Top 10 Fantasy Football Predictions & Prop Bets for Week 16 (Ep. 1903)

Dec 16, 2025

Get ready for a thrilling rundown of Week 16 predictions! The hosts dive into the potential for Tony Pollard to shine and the Chiefs' surprising resilience without Mahomes. They highlight Tetra McMillan's expected bounce-back and predict a big day for both Kyle Pitts and Trey McBride. Keep an eye on Omarion Hampton and Justin Jefferson as they look to reclaim their spots. Plus, an engaging chat about Christmas movie favorites adds a festive touch. Perfect insights for your fantasy football lineup!

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ADVICE

Back Tony Pollard’s Rushing Prop

Bet on Tony Pollard to exceed his 51.5 rushing yards prop versus the Chiefs due to recent volume and contract incentives.
Expect sustained touches as Pollard chases season incentives and has averaged ~20 touches over two games.

INSIGHT

Chiefs Can Still Pass Without Mahomes

The Chiefs' passing attack can remain effective without Patrick Mahomes under Gardner Minshew in short term due to scheme and pass-heavy identity.
Travis Kelce remains a safe start and strong anytime-TD prop candidate even with Mahomes out.

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Lean On T-Mac In A Shootout Spot

Start Tetra McMillan as a WR2 this week against the Buccaneers because Carolina should increase pass rate versus Tampa Bay.
Target his 59.5 receiving yards prop if the game script turns pass-heavy.

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Join Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson as they make predictions and highlight their favorite prop bets ahead of Week 16 of the NFL season!

Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00

Predictions Recap - 0:01:57

MNF Recap - 0:03:05

Erickson Prediction 5: Chiefs lose to the Titans, Tony Pollard is a top-24 RB for the third straight week. Prop: Pollard over 51.5 rushing yards - 0:06:12

Worm Prediction 5: The Chiefs offense is actually okay without Patrick Mahomes…at least for this week. Prop: Travis Kelce Anytime TD - 0:10:27

Betting Pros Free Month Premium Offer Promo - 0:14:49

Erickson Prediction 4: T-Mac finishes top-20 in Week 16 vs TB. Prop: Tetairoa McMillan over 59.5 rec yards - 0:15:08

Worm Prediction 4: Cardinals-Falcons gives us two top-5 TEs. Prop: Kyle Pitts Over Receptions total - 0:20:29

Erickson Prediction 3: Omarion Hampton RB1 szn. Prop: Hampton over 47.5 rushing yards - 0:28:41

Worm Prediction 3: We finally get a Justin Jefferson Game again, finishes top-15 for the first time since Week 5. Prop: Jefferson Anytime TD - 0:32:46

Signed Bijan Robinson and Drake London Mini Helmet Giveaway Promo - 0:37:05Worm Prediction 2: Quinshon Judkins breaks out of his slump, finishes top-12 against Buffalo. Prop: Judkins Anytime TD - 0:37:35

Erickson Prediction 2: Ravens TEs bounce back vs the Patriots. Isaiah Likely finishes top-12 in Week 16. Prop: Lamar Jackson over 1.5 passing TDs - 0:41:06

Hard Rock Best Bets of the Week - 0:47:52

Hard Rock Bet FYP Promo - 0:54:12

What's your favorite Christmas Movie? - 0:55:30

Outro - 0:58:52

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