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With Week 16 of the fantasy football season nearly done, Taysom Hill and Parker Washington stand out as top waiver-wire targets.

By Nathan Jahnke Dec 21, 2025 11:18 pm EST

The Steelers won their third straight game in dramatic fashion, knocking off the Lions 29-24 to put a major dent in Detroit's slim playoff hopes. Jaylen Warren totaled 143 yards and two touchdowns as Pittsburgh amassed a whopping seven explosive runs, while Kenneth Gainwell added an unbelievable touchdown catch. The Lions were limited until the fourth quarter, where their 201 total yards were offset by an offensive pass interference call on the goal line as time expired.

By Bradley Locker Dec 21, 2025 8:32 pm EST Detroit Lions Pittsburgh Steelers

The Jaguars put a decisive end to the Broncos' 11-game winning streak, winning 34-20 and inching closer to the top seed in the AFC. Trevor Lawrence remained on fire with 279 yards and three touchdowns, and Parker Washington enjoyed a career day with 145 yards and a score. Two Broncos turnovers also fueled a win for arguably the league's hottest team.

By Bradley Locker Dec 21, 2025 8:24 pm EST Jacksonville Jaguars Denver Broncos

The Texans held off the resilient Raiders to win their seventh straight game. Derek Stingley Jr. returned a Geno Smith interception 31 yards to open the scoring, and Houston capitalized on nine Las Vegas penalties to win despite two long touchdowns from Ashton Jeanty.

By Bradley Locker Dec 21, 2025 8:24 pm EST Las Vegas Raiders Houston Texans

The Falcons' offense continued to roll against the Cardinals in their 26-19 victory. Atlanta totaled 197 rushing yards with an average of 9.4 yards per carry, and Bijan Robinson accrued 168 yards from scrimmage.

By Bradley Locker Dec 21, 2025 8:23 pm EST Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons

Joe Burrow bounced back from his first career shutout by throwing for 309 yards and four touchdowns as the Bengals turned a tight first half into a 45-21 rout of the Dolphins, scoring 28 points off four straight turnovers. Chase Brown scored three touchdowns in the third quarter alone, while Miami unraveled in the second half behind rookie starter Quinn Ewers despite a strong early showing.

By Mark Chichester Dec 21, 2025 5:19 pm EST Cincinnati Bengals Miami Dolphins

J.J. McCarthy ran for a touchdown but left late in the first half with a right-hand injury after a strip sack turned into a Giants defensive touchdown, before backup Max Brosmer guided the Vikings to a go-ahead fourth-quarter field goal in a 16-13 win. Minnesota won its third straight while New York lost its ninth in a row, managing only two field goals and a scoop-and-score as the offense sputtered behind rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.

By Mark Chichester Dec 21, 2025 5:09 pm EST New York Giants Minnesota Vikings

Already eliminated from playoff contention, the Cowboys competed early but couldn’t keep pace as the Chargers pulled away for a 34-17 win behind Justin Herbert’s efficient 300-yard, two-touchdown performance. Dak Prescott threw two scores and George Pickens topped 130 receiving yards, but Los Angeles controlled the game statistically and physically, outgaining Dallas, dominating time of possession, and finishing drives more effectively.

By Mark Chichester Dec 21, 2025 4:52 pm EST Los Angeles Chargers Dallas Cowboys

Rookie Tyler Shough continues to improve, helping the Saints win their third straight game after a 2-10 start to the season.

By Ben Cooper Dec 21, 2025 4:43 pm EST New York Jets New Orleans Saints

Bryce Young threw two touchdown passes and Lathan Ransom sealed the game with a late interception as the Panthers beat the Buccaneers 23-20 to move into first place in the NFC South. Carolina took the lead on a fourth-quarter field goal and turned away Tampa Bay’s final drive, putting itself in position to clinch the division with help next week.

The Titans earned their third win in a difficult season through a strong defensive effort and a clean showing from rookie quarterback Cam Ward.

By Ben Cooper Dec 21, 2025 4:32 pm EST Tennessee Titans Kansas City Chiefs

PFF's fantasy football recap focuses on player usage and stats, breaking down all the vital information you need to achieve fantasy success in 2025.

By Nathan Jahnke Dec 21, 2025 4:28 pm EST

The Bills stayed on a roll by squeaking by the Browns. James Cook tallied 117 yards and two touchdowns against one of the league's premier run defenses, and Buffalo's defense intercepted Shedeur Sanders twice.

By Ben Cooper Dec 21, 2025 4:20 pm EST Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns

Over the years, PFF data scientists have conducted extensive studies to better understand and predict player performance. While many of these foundational works continue to shape discussions and influence analysis, the focus here is on identifying how those insights apply to specific weekly matchups and uncovering opportunities the betting market may have overlooked.

By Judah Fortgang Dec 21, 2025 10:28 am EST

Jacksonville’s ability to generate pressure with four-man rushes puts the Broncos offense in a tough spot, as Bo Nix has struggled badly when defenses don’t blitz — a direct clash with the Jaguars’ biggest defensive strength. On the other side, Trevor Lawrence’s recent shift toward aggressive downfield passing lines up perfectly against a Denver defense that allows one of the league’s highest deep-attempt rates.

By Judah Fortgang Dec 21, 2025 10:19 am EST

Our top SGP picks for Week 16, each tied to a clear story the data suggests could play out.

By Judah Fortgang Dec 21, 2025 10:06 am EST

Anytime touchdown bets are always a fan favorite — but instead of guessing, you can lean on the new PFF Player Prop Tool to separate signal from noise.

By Judah Fortgang Dec 21, 2025 9:43 am EST

Count on the Patriots' Stefon Diggs to return to form against a Ravens defense that has been allowing significant production to wide receivers lately.

By Mason Cameron Dec 21, 2025 9:40 am EST

Whether you're a seasoned bettor or just getting into the swing of things, the PFF Player Prop Tool gives you actionable takes to beat the sportsbooks.

By Mason Cameron Dec 21, 2025 9:25 am EST

The Bears survived a game they trailed for most of the night by capitalizing late, rallying for a 22-16 overtime win over the Packers to move to 11-4. A recovered onside kick, clutch execution from Caleb Williams and DJ Moore, and steady kicking from Cairo Santos flipped the game in the final minutes and sealed a critical division victory.

By Mark Chichester Dec 20, 2025 11:50 pm EST Chicago Bears Green Bay Packers
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