Fantasy Football Today Beyond the Box Score Lock In - Fantasy Football Playoffs Are Here | Beyond the Box Score
Dec 10, 2025
As Fantasy Football playoffs loom, insights pour in on tight end rankings and usage strategies. Shedeur Sanders' promising red-zone touch captivates the discussion, emphasizing his potential path as a timing quarterback like Burrow. A deep dive into the Saints, Giants, Patriots, Texans, and Bears unveils intriguing passing-game dynamics and emerging player roles. The podcast also explores backfield usage, highlighting key running backs and trade considerations for the playoff push.
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Tight Ends Power Rookie QB Offenses
- Rookie tight ends are becoming central to rookie QB offenses through 12-personnel schemes.
- Jacob Gibbs highlights Harold Fannin Jr. as a breakout tight end whose usage is being prioritized schematically.
Bench Warren If You Need Reliable Targets
- Avoid betting on Tyler Warren in fantasy lineups right now because his target volume has trended down since the Colts' bye.
- Consider safer alternatives like Hunter Henry, Dalton Kincaid, or other established tight ends for playoff lineups.
Kyle Pitts Is Trending Up Fast
- Kyle Pitts has surged into heavy usage with Kirk Cousins, producing elite three-target rates.
- Pitts shows tangible upside as a top-tier tight end while Drake London remains out.