Key Highlights
- Fantasy football playoff leagues are forming for the upcoming NFL postseason.
- Pick your team wisely as these rankings focus on this weekend’s wild card round.
- Ratings exclude players from top-seeded teams with first-round byes.
- Quarterbacks like Jordan Love, Josh Allen, and Justin Herbert will be coming off an extra week of rest.
Wild Card Quarterbacks: A Week Off and Ready to Go
The fantasy football regular season may have come to a close, but the playoff excitement is just beginning. For those looking to redeem their team or simply enjoy the games, here are some key rankings for this weekend’s wild card round.
Quarterbacks
Starting with the quarterbacks, we see a mix of seasoned players and those returning from injury. Notably, Jordan Love has missed the past two games after suffering a concussion in Week 16 but is expected to play against the Chicago Bears on Saturday.
Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, and Jalen Hurts will all be coming off an extra week of rest after not playing in Week 18. This additional preparation could give them an edge over their competitors.
Running Backs: A Full Night for Josh Jacobs
The running backs are another crucial position to consider. Josh Jacobs, who did not receive an injury designation in Week 18 and is expected to play against the Philadelphia Eagles, could have a full night ahead of him. Meanwhile, Omarion Hampton, questionable for Sunday’s game due to ankle issues, will need to be monitored closely.
Other notable running backs include Christian McCaffrey, Saquon Barkley, D’Andre Swift, and TreVeyon Henderson, who all bring strong value to their respective teams.
Wide Receivers: Davante Adams Returns
In the wide receivers category, Davante Adams is set to return from a hamstring injury after missing Week 18. This could significantly boost his team’s scoring potential in fantasy leagues. Other key players include DK Metcalf and Stefon Diggs, who are also returning from suspensions or injuries.
Tight Ends: Dallas Goedert Questionable
The tight ends face their own set of challenges with Dallas Goedert questionable for Sunday’s game due to a knee injury. However, players like George Kittle and Dalton Schultz remain strong options despite potential setbacks.
Other notable tight ends include Jonnu Smith, Austin Hooper, and Pat Freiermuth, who all bring stability and scoring potential to their teams.
Kickers: Matt Prater’s Status in Question
For those relying on kickers, the situation is a bit uncertain with Matt Prater re-aggravating his quadriceps injury. The Bills may need to sign someone to handle the kicking duties for Sunday’s game. Other notable kickers include Ka’imi Fairbairn and Cam Little.
Final Thoughts
The wild card round is always a thrilling time in fantasy football, with players returning from injuries or coming off a week of rest providing added value. Whether you’re looking to make some last-minute adjustments or simply enjoy the games, these rankings should help guide your decision-making.
Remember, this cheat sheet focuses on the wild card round and does not include any players from the top-seeded teams with first-round byes.
Good luck, and may the best team win!