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As the 2024 fantasy football season approaches its conclusion, Week 18 presents an opportunity for savvy managers to pick up players who may have increased value due to team dynamics and player performances. This week highlights several players from teams with playoff aspirations and those who may see expanded roles due to resting starters. The article emphasizes the importance of strategic pickups that can either bolster your own roster or hinder your opponents.
- Players like Russell Wilson and Drake Maye are positioned to perform well due to favorable matchups.
- Backup players from teams with playoff contention are prime targets for fantasy pickups.
- Monitoring player health and team strategies is crucial for making informed decisions in Week 18.
Russell Wilson | QB
Pickup
Week 18
300 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Wilson scored a season-high 26.8 fantasy points against the Bengals in Week 13.
- The Steelers are motivated to win to secure playoff positioning.
Drake Maye | QB
Pickup
Week 18
250 pass yards
1 pass TDs
0- Maye has averaged 15.8 fantasy points per game over his last 11 outings.
- He has a chance to shine against a Bills defense likely resting starters.
Ameer Abdullah | RB
Pickup
Week 18
20 carries
120 rush yards
1 rush TDs
- Abdullah had his first career 100-yard rushing game in Week 17.
- He has scored 17-plus fantasy points in each of the last three games.
Keon Coleman | WR
Pickup
Week 18
6 receptions
80 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Coleman could become Buffalo's No. 1 receiver against the Patriots.
- He has scored double-digit fantasy points in four of five games with five-plus targets.
Marvin Mims | WR
Pickup
Week 18
5 receptions
90 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Mims had a season-high eight targets and 30.2 fantasy points in Week 17.
- He has been consistent with at least four targets in five straight games.
Chig Okonkwo | TE
Pickup
Week 18
7 receptions
70 rec yards
0- Okonkwo has scored 11-plus fantasy points in all three of the last games.
- He has developed a strong connection with QB Mason Rudolph.
Mike Gesicki | TE
Pickup
Week 18
10 receptions
90 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Gesicki posted a career-best 10 receptions against the Broncos in Week 17.
- He remains a solid option as the Bengals fight for a playoff spot.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- The Steelers are in contention for the AFC North title and need to win to secure playoff positioning.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots have a rookie QB in Drake Maye who may take advantage of a weakened Bills defense.
Las Vegas Raiders
- The Raiders are relying on Ameer Abdullah to lead their backfield with an impressive recent performance.
Buffalo Bills
- The Bills are locked into the No. 2 seed and will likely rest starters, opening opportunities for backups.
Denver Broncos
- The Broncos need a win to secure their playoff spot, making Marvin Mims a key player to watch.
Tennessee Titans
- The Titans are looking to utilize Chig Okonkwo in a favorable matchup against the Texans.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals are still fighting for a playoff spot, relying on Joe Burrow and Mike Gesicki.