QB:
Josh Allen, Bills–Buffalo needs a win badly after blowing the game last week to Miami. Tampa’s run defense will make it tough for James Cook, so look for Allen to take the game into his own hands to the tune of 245 passing yards and 2 TDs, as well as 45 rushing yards and a TD.
Matthew Stafford, Rams–Seattle’s defense has become one of the best in the NFC, and this game has the makings of a potential NFC Championship game. Seattle has been really tough to run on, so look for Stafford to air it out to his receivers. Lock Stafford in for 250 passing yards and at least 2 TDs, with a good chance at 3.
Joe Flacco, Bengals–Flacco knows that his time as a starter is expiring with Joe Burrow back at practice. Cincinnati’s faint playoff hopes hang in the balance of whether they can win over the next 2-3 games until Burrow returns. Last time these two teams played, there were fireworks, and I fully expect to see 4th of July and Bastille Day all rolled into one. Put Flacco down for 285 yards and 2 TDs.
Aaron Rodgers, Steelers–Rodgers knows how poorly he played last week, and he needs to make up for it. Nothing says “Make it up to fantasy managers” more than playing the toothless Bengals at home! Rodgers has been throwing by the goal line almost exclusively and should have one of his best days of the season. Rodgers will flirt with 300 yards and could have 3-4 passing TDs.
Honorable Mention: Patrick Mahomes, J.J. McCarthy
RB:
De’Von Achane, Dolphins–Miami played inspired football against Buffalo and is looking for back-to-back wins. Washington will be without their best interior defensive lineman (Daron Payne), so Achane should be able to find room on the inside and the outside, which he prefers. Achane is running like the best RB in the league, and I think he proves it in Spain. Look for him to get 110 rushing yards and a TD.
Jaylen Warren, Steelers–It’s gotten to the point that Aaron Rodgers is dictating to the coaching staff who he wants on the field with him, and he wants Warren. Not only is Warren an underrated, elusive runner, but he is also an adept receiver and fantastic blocker. Cincinnati has Swiss cheese for a run defense, and this game should hit 50 points somewhere in the third quarter. If that happens, Warren likely will finish with 125 total yards from scrimmage and a TD.
Chase Brown, Bengals–Samaje Perine is dealing with a high ankle sprain, and with rookie Tahj Brooks as the main backup, Brown should not be splitting carries. Joe Flacco has involved Brown more in the passing attack than Joe Burrow did, so look for Brown to have about 120 yards from scrimmage and a TD in this high-scoring game.
Josh Jacobs, Packers–New York just lost its QB, head coach, and now has Famous Jameis Winston starting at QB. As much as I think Jameis should have his own reality TV show, he is a bit of a roller coaster at the position. He could throw for 300 yards but have 2 fumbles and 3 INTs too. The bottom line is that Green Bay will have great field position for most of the game, and Jacobs should be able to roll right through the Giants DL for at least one TD and maybe two.
Honorable Mention: Ashton Jeanty, R.J. Harvey
WR:
Puka Nacua, Rams–Seattle’s defense has been tough against the run this season, but they have been susceptible to good passing attacks. Davante Adams is dealing with a hip injury, but is expected to play. I see him more as a decoy than a producer. Look for Nacua to have double-digit receptions and well over 125 yards as he and JSN battle it out for NFC West wide receiver supremacy.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seahawks–Los Angeles puts a lot of pressure on opposing QBs, but they struggle mightily in pass coverage, especially against opposing slot receivers. It feels unfair to call JSN a slot receiver, as he is a “do-it-all” receiver now. He will do it all as he goes toe-to-toe with Nacua to see who the heavyweight champion is. Lock JSN in for 120+ receiving yards and a TD.
Drake London, Falcons–As the season progresses, the coverage scheme becomes a huge part of the WR/CB decision-making process. Carolina plays mostly zone coverage, and London is one of the top receivers against zone coverage in football. Add to that the fact that Penix hasn’t thrown a ball to Darnell Mooney in weeks, and I will lock London in for 90+ yards and a TD.
Tee Higgins, Bengals–My theory is that Mike Tomlin is going to make sure that Ja’Marr Chase does not beat the Steelers this week. Enter Tee Higgins, who decimates Cover 1, which is what Pittsburgh likes to run. Higgins seems to have 2-3 explosive games each season. I think it happens in Week 11 to the tune of 100+ receiving yards and a TD.
Honorable Mention: Zay Flowers, A.J. Brown
TE:
Trey McBride, Cardinals–No Marvin Harrison, Jr, no problem! McBride has been outstanding since Jacoby Brissett has taken over, adding a few TDs to his resume. He’s the best tight end on the slate, and he should catch eight passes for 75 yards with a great shot at a TD.
Oronde Gadsden, Chargers–Gadsden left last week’s game with what was said to be a knee injury, but he was back practicing this past Wednesday. He’s a mismatch against any defense, but especially against the Jaguars, which has struggled to stop tight ends all season. Watch Gadsden pick up where he left off, catching 60 yards and a TD.
Kyle Pitts, Falcons–Carolina’s defense has improved this season, but their weakness has been covering opposing tight ends. Not only have they allowed the fourth most passing yards to opposing tight ends, but they are also letting up the most explosive plays to them as well. Penix missed Pitts on big plays twice against the Colts; I think they will connect on one of those plays, and Pitts will find the end zone.
Evan Engram, Broncos–Engram has been a disappointment thus far in 2025, but Sean Payton brought him in for a reason–to help Denver get to the playoffs. The Chiefs have allowed the 2nd most yards per target to opposing tight ends, as well as the third-highest catch percentage. When others are looking at Troy Franklin, true visionaries are looking at Evan Engram to have a big game. Watch him get 12-14 fantasy points.
Honorable Mention: Jonnu Smith, Dalton Schultz
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