Week 17 Care/Don't Care: Unlike Vikings, Packers' lack of a true WR1 hurts them when it matters most

Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. had a strong performance in Week 18, catching seven of 11 targets for 103 yards in a loss to the Colts. Thomas concludes his rookie season with impressive stats, totaling 87 receptions for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns. Despite the impending coaching changes in Jacksonville, Thomas is projected to be a top-ten fantasy WR in 2025, establishing himself as the future WR1 for the team. Full Article

Chargers RB J.K. Dobbins is questionable for Saturday's Wild Card game against the Texans due to an ankle injury, but is expected to play after participating in limited practices this week. RB Gus Edwards, who was dealing with a knee issue, is cleared to play after a full practice on Thursday and appears to be the healthier option. Despite Dobbins being the preferred fantasy choice, this game is likely to feature a shared workload in...

The Houston Texans started strong but struggled in the second half of the season, finishing 4-5. Despite this, they advanced to the next round of the playoffs with a 32-12 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks to a strong defensive performance and key plays by C.J. Stroud. The Texans capitalized on Chargers' mistakes, including four interceptions thrown by Justin Herbert, ultimately securing the victory with a solid defensive showing. Full Article

Vikings RB Cam Akers is questionable for Monday night's game against the Rams due to missing practice with an illness. His status is significant as players rarely miss games for illnesses, potentially leading to Ty Chandler taking over as the lead back and increased opportunities for RB Aaron Jones. Full Article

In the AFC wild-card playoff game, Ravens running back Derrick Henry dominated, rushing for 186 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries, leading Baltimore to a 28-14 victory over the Steelers. Pittsburgh struggled throughout the game, failing to stop the Ravens' run-heavy offense and falling behind early. The Steelers' playoff drought continues, raising questions about the team's future and the need for significant changes to improve their competitiveness in the postseason. Full Article