Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden

Week 15 Waiver Wire - The Fantasy Playoffs Are Here!

Dec 9, 2025
This week, fantasy football writer Jakob Sanderson shares his insights on crucial waiver wire targets for the playoffs. He highlights Harold Fannin Jr.'s breakout role with the Browns and discusses Mike Gesicki's potential rise if Tee Higgins is sidelined. Jakob also evaluates the emergence of players like Blake Corum and Luther Burden, while providing analysis on Tyler Shough's streaming appeal. The chat wraps up with speculation on Philip Rivers returning to the Colts, adding drama to playoff preparations!
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INSIGHT

Harold Fannin Is The Browns' Passing Engine

  • Harold Fannin has become Cleveland's primary and most consistent pass-catcher this season.
  • He projects as a top-12 tight end down the stretch with top-6 upside in best-case weeks.
ADVICE

Grab Gesicki If Higgins Is Out

  • If Tee Higgins misses time, add Mike Gesicki as a high-upside streaming tight end.
  • Expect a volatile floor but meaningful TD and red-zone upside when Higgins is out.
INSIGHT

Burden Has Explosiveness Without Full Volume

  • Luther Burden shows clear fantasy upside but lacks a full-time route share on the Bears.
  • He remains a viable WR3/flex with explosive play ability despite inconsistent route volume.
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