Fantasy Football: Week 16 WR rankings (Half-PPR)

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo confirms that Rams TE Tyler Higbee will be limited in his return from a torn ACL and MCL, expected to play 20-25 plays against the Jets, mostly in passing situations. However, Garafolo advises against starting Higbee in Week 16 fantasy lineups due to his restricted playing time and potential impact on performance. Full Article

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Chase McLaughlin has been a standout performer for fantasy football managers this season, ranking as the fifth-highest scoring kicker. In Week 15, several under-the-radar kickers delivered strong performances, with McLaughlin being a top option owned in less than half of Yahoo Fantasy leagues. As fantasy playoffs continue, McLaughlin remains a reliable choice over more popular kickers like Justin Tucker and Jake Moody. Full Article

Bills QB Josh Allen played through a fractured left hand since the season opener against the Cardinals, leading to a low rate of snaps taken from under center. Despite this injury, Allen's performance has remained strong, with NFL Network confirming he is now "fully healthy." These factors provide context to Allen's MVP-caliber season. Full Article

In Week 15, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a standout performance, scoring a season-high 30 fantasy points with three touchdowns against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The offense as a whole also had a season-high 32 points, with Rodgers surprising with 45 rushing yards, his most in a game since 2019. In Week 16, Rodgers and the Jets will face a tougher defensive matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, but with a pass-heavy game script...

Injuries are a common occurrence in football, and the NFL is known as a "next man up" league where players must be ready to step up when needed. Cleveland Browns RB Nick Chubb suffered a broken foot in Week 15, prompting backup Jerome Ford to step in and score a 62-yard touchdown. While Ford may not have the highest upside, he is expected to take on a starting role in the offense, making him a...