The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 1071: 10 Trends for Week 16
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Dec 17, 2025 This week dives into Kyle Pitts' impressive performance with increased targets while Drake London is sidelined. The Rams are struggling with a historically low running back target share, raising eyebrows about Kyren Williams' role. Exciting metrics shine on rookie Luther Burden, showcasing his elite per-route statistics. Meanwhile, the impact of Phillip Rivers on the Colts' backs suggests a bright future for Jonathan Taylor in PPR leagues. Tune in for valuable insights on player trends and roster decisions!
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Kyle Pitts Trending Up Without London
- Kyle Pitts has trended up significantly without Drake London and posted a historic Thursday night performance.
- His target share rose into the mid-20s and he is must-start while London remains out.
Rams Keep Low Running Back Targets
- The Rams consistently run one of the lowest running back target-share offenses year after year.
- Their 10.2% RB target share through 15 weeks keeps them at or near last in the league again.
Rivers Boosted Colts RB Target Share
- Phillip Rivers' arrival led Colts running backs to a huge spike in targets versus Seattle.
- Colts RBs had nearly a 35% target share, their season high and PPR lifeline for Jonathan Taylor.