Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast Week 16 Start/Sit + Panic, Anxiety, & Playoff Decisions - Fantasy Football Podcast for 12/17
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Dec 17, 2025 Get ready for tough playoff decisions with big-name players like Darren Waller and George Pickens under the microscope. Backup waiver wire options are highlighted, especially in tight end streaming. The hosts dive into injury updates and how Tua's benching impacts the Dolphins' fantasy landscape. They also preview the Thursday night showdown between the Rams and Seahawks. To lighten the mood, there's some festive banter about Christmas dinner choices and hobbies for eliminated managers.
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Grab Chris Rodriguez For Playoff Depth
- Grab Chris Rodriguez as a Week 16 backup option if available since he returned to full practice and shows elite yards-after-contact and rush success metrics.
- Prioritize him for playoffs because his upcoming RB schedule ranks among the easiest and he's trending back to health.
Avoid Waller If Rookie QB Starts
- Avoid starting Darren Waller if the Dolphins stick with rookie Quinn Ewers since tight end production becomes riskier with an inexperienced QB.
- Consider streaming tight ends like Colby Parkinson or others with clear roles instead of trusting Waller's snap share.
High-Stakes Thursday Night Variables
- Thursday's Rams-Seahawks is rare: first TNF between two 11+ win teams and features heavy fantasy risk from Seattle's uncertain offense and Devonta Adams' game-day status.
- If Adams is limited or out, Colby Parkinson and JSN gain clear fantasy appeal while Seattle's WRs remain risky due to matchups.