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In Week 17, fantasy football managers face tough lineup decisions as they evaluate player matchups against opposing defenses. This article provides insights into favorable and unfavorable matchups for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends, highlighting key players like Bucky Irving and Jayden Reed. The analysis emphasizes the importance of matchup data, adjusted fantasy points allowed, and individual player performance trends to guide fantasy decisions for the championship week.
- Bucky Irving is in a favorable matchup against the Panthers, having previously scored 27.5 PPR points against them.
- Jayden Reed has emerged as a key target for the Packers and faces a weak Vikings secondary.
Bucky Irving | RB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 17
00
25 carries
150 rush yards
0- Irving scored a season-best 27.5 PPR fantasy points against the Panthers four weeks ago.
- He has averaged 6.0 yards per carry over the past two weeks.
Jayden Reed | WR
Breakout
Pickup
Week 17
5 receptions
8 targets
80 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Reed has been a key player with 36.4 PPR fantasy points and five red-zone targets over the past five weeks.
- The Vikings have allowed the most points per game to wide receivers recently.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Avoid
Week 17
- Mahomes faces a tough matchup against the Steelers, who have been strong against quarterbacks.
Tua Tagovailoa | QB
Avoid
Week 17
- Tagovailoa is not expected to be a focal point against the Browns due to their strong defense.
Chuba Hubbard | RB
Avoid
Week 17
- Hubbard struggled in his last matchup against the Buccaneers, scoring only 2.3 PPR fantasy points.
Chig Okonkwo | TE
Pickup
Week 17
- Okonkwo has been a sleeper tight end with increasing targets and points.
Hunter Henry | TE
Avoid
Week 17
- Henry has been inconsistent and faces a tough matchup against the Chargers.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers' defense has been strong against the run, making it tough for opposing running backs.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers have struggled against running backs, making Bucky Irving a strong play.
Green Bay Packers
- The Packers' receiving corps is unpredictable, but Reed's recent performance makes him a potential start.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings' defense has been weak against wide receivers, presenting an opportunity for Reed.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Mahomes faces a tough matchup against a strong Steelers defense.
Miami Dolphins
- Tagovailoa may not be heavily involved against the Browns due to their strong defense.
Tennessee Titans
- Okonkwo's rising target share makes him a viable option against the Jaguars.
New England Patriots
- Henry's lack of touchdowns makes him a risky start against the Chargers.
Bucky Irving | RB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 17
00
25 carries
150 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Irving scored a season-best 27.5 PPR fantasy points against the Panthers four weeks ago.
- He has averaged 6.0 yards per carry in the past two weeks.
Jayden Reed | WR
Pickup
Week 17
5 receptions
8 targets
90 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Reed has team-leading 36.4 PPR fantasy points over the past five weeks.
- He had 27.1 points in a previous matchup against the Vikings.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Avoid
Week 17
250 pass yards
1 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Mahomes faces a tough matchup against the Steelers, who have been strong against quarterbacks.
Tua Tagovailoa | QB
Avoid
Week 17
200 pass yards
1 pass TDs
0- Tagovailoa is in a low-scoring matchup against the Browns and should not be expected to be a focal point.
Chuba Hubbard | RB
Avoid
Week 17
00
10 carries
30 rush yards
- Hubbard struggled in the previous matchup against the Buccaneers, scoring only 2.3 PPR points.
Jameson Williams | WR
Avoid
Week 17
3 receptions
6 targets
40 rec yards
0- Williams has been too reliant on big plays and faces a tough matchup against the 49ers.
Chig Okonkwo | TE
Pickup
Week 17
7 receptions
11 targets
80 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Okonkwo has seen a rise in targets and could be a valuable add for tight end-needy teams.
Hunter Henry | TE
Avoid
Week 17
4 receptions
6 targets
30 rec yards
0- Henry has been a solid option but faces a tough Chargers defense against tight ends.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers have a strong defense against the run, making it tough for opposing running backs.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers have struggled against running backs, making Bucky Irving a strong play.
Green Bay Packers
- The Packers' receiving corps is unpredictable, but Jayden Reed is emerging as a key player.
Kansas City Chiefs
- The Chiefs face a tough matchup against the Steelers, impacting Mahomes' fantasy outlook.
Miami Dolphins
- The Dolphins' passing game may be limited against the Browns in a low-scoring matchup.
Tennessee Titans
- The Titans' tight end situation is improving with Okonkwo's increasing target share.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots' tight ends face a challenging matchup against the Chargers' defense.