Yahoo Fantasy Forecast: Draft Edition Week 16 Data Dump: QBs, RBs, WRs and TEs you can COUNT ON in fantasy playoffs (and ones you cant!)
Dec 17, 2025
Ray Garvin, a savvy fantasy football analyst, joins to break down critical player data as playoffs heat up. He dives into Trevor Lawrence's rising prowess and discusses his potential matchup against Denver. The duo highlights trust-worthy TEs, including fantasy star Trey McBride. Kenneth Gainwell’s emerging role in the passing game raises eyebrows, while they weigh the risks of Rashee Rice and DJ Moore amid inconsistent performances. Lastly, they explore the healthy Bucs receiver rotation's fantasy impact and delves into key playoff dilemmas for managers.
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Which TEs To Trust Down The Stretch
- Start Trey McBride, George Kittle and Kyle Pitts as tight end locks down the stretch.
- Also consider Colby Parkinson, Dalton Schultz, and Harold Fannin as reliable streaming or startable options.
Kenneth Gainwell's Passing-Down Surge
- Kenneth Gainwell has emerged as Aaron Rodgers' trusted checkdown and chain-mover with heavy target share.
- His receiving role makes him a PPR start even if rushing upside is limited in tough game scripts.
Play Rice Even With Mahomes Out
- Start Rasheed Rice despite Patrick Mahomes' ACL; Gardner Minshew should still target Rice often in RPO/quick-read structure.
- Downgrade other Chiefs pass-catchers more than Rice due to Rice's underneath, target-heavy role.