The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 1074: 15 Transactions for Week 17
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Dec 23, 2025 As the fantasy football season wraps up, key moves are outlined for championship preparation. Emmanuel Wilson emerges as a crucial handcuff for Josh Jacobs, while the Browns backfield offers promising options. Sleeper picks like Trey Tucker shine against the Giants, and streaming options like Geno Smith and the Giants defense are recommended. JJ identifies players to drop and hold, emphasizing strategic moves for a competitive edge. The season concludes with gratitude and a look ahead to offseason content.
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Start Emmanuel Wilson If Jacobs Is Out
- Add Emmanuel Wilson if Josh Jacobs is questionable or out this week.
- Wilson led Week 16 snaps and becomes a legit fantasy starter with Jacobs sidelined against Baltimore.
Target Browns Backs After Judkins Injury
- Add Dylan Sampson and Rocket (Raheem) Sanders for Browns backfield depth after Judkins' season-ending injury.
- Sanders handled early-down work while Williams caught more passes, and Sampson could be usable if healthy.
Hold Michael Carter Through One Down Game
- Hold Michael Carter despite a mediocre Week 16 outing; don't drop a starting back after one game.
- Carter ran 17 routes and faces a favorable matchup vs. Cincinnati by adjusted points allowed.