All In Speed Run Fantasy football takeaways, waivers, and more from Week 17
Dec 29, 2025
Week 17 brought fantasy surprises and disappointments. Derrick Henry's injury shakes up lineups, while the Raiders appear to be tanking. Tyler Shough shines, but Bryce Young struggles to find his rhythm. Josh Jacobs faces benching amid a chaotic RB committee. Look out for Week 18 sleepers like Malik Davis and potential breakout performances from Luther Burden and Ricky Pearsall. Plus, intriguing insights on the Panthers and Jaguars receiving corps set the stage for final lineup decisions.
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Christmas Fantasy Heartbreak
- Jake Ciely recounts drafting Derrick Henry and how that ruined his and many listeners' fantasy weeks during Christmas.
- He uses the Derrick Henry vs. Josh Jacobs matchup to illustrate common fantasy heartbreaks late in the season.
Plan For Pickett-Led Volume Plays
- If Kenny Pickett starts Week 18, prioritize Trey Tucker and Mike Mayer for volume-based upside at WR/TE.
- Don't expect a ceiling performance from Pittsburgh's RBs; treat them as RB2s due to offensive-line and matchup uncertainty.
Riley Leonard Means Rushing Value
- Riley Leonard offers rushing upside unlike a pure pocket QB and could elevate running backs and dynamic receivers.
- That rushing profile can create fantasy value similar to smaller mobile QBs rather than traditional passers.