Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 14
Subsequently, our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 14 will help you navigate that turbulence to pick a winning lineup this week. Additionally, FullTime Fantasy has some of the top tools of the trade and accurate rankings.
QuarterbacksÂ
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Sam Darnold, Minnesota Vikings vs. Falcons
Sam Darnold has quietly evolved into one of the most reliable fantasy QBs this season. Since Week 2, he’s topped 18 fantasy points in all but three contests.. Over his past six games, he’s thrown multiple touchdowns in five, adding a modest rushing boost with an average of 20 yards per game—equivalent to a valuable 50 passing yards. This week, Darnold faces an Atlanta Falcons defense that ranks among the top eight in passing touchdowns allowed. He’s a steady, high-floor option in a week lacking many dependable quarterback plays.
Will Levis, Tennessee Titans vs. Jaguars
Will Levis struggled early in the season, facing some of the NFL’s toughest pass defenses. After missing time due to injury, he’s looked steady since returning in Week 10, averaging 17.3 fantasy points per game over the past month. While that may seem average, it’s worth noting that Levis hasn’t yet had the luxury of facing a bottom-tier defense—until now. The Jaguars have allowed the most fantasy points to QBs this year, with a league-low coverage grade. Nearly every quarterback to face Jacksonville has thrown for at least 220 yards, and most have added multiple scores. Levis carries some risk due to a lack of ceiling games, but this matchup sets the stage for a potential breakout.
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Tua Tagovailoa, Miami Dolphins vs. Jets
Tua Tagovailoa has been on fire in recent weeks, but the New York Jets defense is an entirely different beast. They’ve allowed the second-fewest passing yards and just nine passing touchdowns this season, the lowest in the league. Tua’s struggles against New York are well-documented, with just one touchdown pass and fewer than 250 passing yards in each of his two matchups last year. This is not the week to trust him in your starting lineup.
Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals vs. Seahawks
Kyler Murray hasn’t looked like himself in recent weeks, and Week 14 presents another tough challenge. The Seahawks have held opposing quarterbacks to just eight passing touchdowns over their past six games while forcing seven interceptions. Murray struggled against Seattle in Week 12, scoring just 10.3 fantasy points. Given the matchup, he’s a low-end option at best this week.
Running Backs
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Isaac Guerendo, San Francisco 49ers vs. Bears
With Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason sidelined for the foreseeable future, Isaac Guerendo is the next man up in San Francisco. While the team bolstered their depth by claiming Israel Abanikanda and signing Ke’Shawn Vaughn to the practice squad, Guerendo is set to handle the majority of work in Week 14. The Bears boast a strong run defense on paper but have allowed enough explosive plays to rank in the bottom eight for rushing yards allowed. With the 49ers as home favorites, expect Guerendo to see a ton of carries and have a chance to break off a few big runs.
Tony Pollard, Tennessee Titans vs. Jaguars
Tony Pollard’s recent performances have been underwhelming, scoring fewer than 10.3 PPR points in three of his last four outings. However, he’s primed for a bounce-back in Week 14 against Jacksonville. The Jaguars rank second in most fantasy points allowed to opposing running backs, surrendering over 740 yards and six total touchdowns to backfields in their last four games. Pollard has struggled against tough defenses this year, but this matchup is a golden opportunity for him to get back on track. Consider him a must-start.
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Chuba Hubbard, Carolina Panthers vs. Eagles
Chuba Hubbard has been a steady presence in Carolina’s backfield, but Week 14 brings a tough test. The Eagles’ run defense ranks among the league’s best, allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to running backs. They’ve been especially stingy in recent weeks, giving up only four touchdowns to the position all season. Hubbard’s workload has also taken a hit, with just 12 carries for 43 yards and no targets in Week 13. With Jonathon Brooks emerging as a factor in the backfield and a likely negative game script against the Eagles, Hubbard is best left on your bench.
Gus Edwards, Los Angeles Chargers vs. Chiefs
The “Gus Bus” hit a speed bump in Week 13, playing just 52% of snaps and managing a meager seven touches for 33 yards. Without J.K. Dobbins, Edwards hasn’t capitalized on increased opportunities, and he faces a brutal matchup this week against the Chiefs. Kansas City has allowed the fewest fantasy points to running backs this season, including a league-low rate of explosive runs. With limited volume and little chance of finding the end zone, Edwards isn’t a viable option in Week 14.
Wide Receivers
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Deebo Samuel, San Francisco 49ers vs. Bears
It’s been a rough stretch for Deebo Samuel, who has dealt with injuries and poor production, logging fewer than 25 receiving yards in three straight games. With Christian McCaffrey sidelined, however, Samuel should see a significant uptick in targets and rushing opportunities. His short-yardage role makes him a great fit against the Bears’ zone-heavy defense, which ranks seventh in zone coverage frequency. Look for Deebo to regain his fantasy relevance in a week where he’ll be heavily involved in both the passing and running games.
Jakobi Meyers, Las Vegas Raiders vs. Buccaneers
Jakobi Meyers continues to fly under the radar despite being one of the most consistent fantasy producers. Since Week 3, he’s averaged 15.8 fantasy points per game with a rock-solid floor of 8.8 points and occasional outbursts north of 18. Meyers now faces a Buccaneers defense that has given up the sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers this year. With the Raiders’ passing attack showing signs of life, Meyers is a high-floor, high-upside option in Week 14.
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Jaylen Waddle, Miami Dolphins vs. Jets
Jaylen Waddle’s fantasy value has been a rollercoaster this season, with just one standout performance in Week 12 before coming back to earth with 11.3 points on Thanksgiving. This week’s matchup against the Jets is daunting, as they’ve allowed the fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. Their secondary has given up just seven touchdowns to wideouts all season, and they excel at limiting big plays. Until Waddle shows consistent production, it’s hard to trust him against one of the NFL’s toughest pass defenses.
DK Metcalf, Seattle Seahawks vs. Cardinals
DK Metcalf is battling injuries and inconsistency, combining for just eight catches and 125 yards over his last two games. One of those games was against the Cardinals, where he managed only 59 yards on five targets. Arizona’s defense has tightened up against wide receivers, surrendering just one touchdown to the position in their last six games. Metcalf’s recent struggles, coupled with his poor history against the Cardinals, make him a risky play in Week 14.
Tight Ends
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Cade Otton, Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Raiders
While Cade Otton has cooled off after a strong midseason stretch, he remains a solid streaming option this week. With 17 targets over his past three games, Otton continues to see consistent involvement in the Buccaneers’ offense. This week, he faces the Raiders, who rank fourth in fantasy points allowed to tight ends and have struggled to defend the position all season. If Mike Evans (hamstring) is limited or out, Otton’s role could expand even further, making him a top-12 option for Week 14.
Jake Ferguson, Dallas Cowboys vs. Bengals
Jake Ferguson is in an excellent spot this week against a Bengals defense that has allowed the second-most fantasy points to tight ends. Cincinnati has been especially vulnerable recently, giving up big performances to lesser tight ends. With CeeDee Lamb nursing injuries, Ferguson could see an uptick in targets, making him a strong streaming candidate in a pivotal week.
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Kyle Pitts, Atlanta Falcons vs. Vikings
Fantasy managers have been waiting for Kyle Pitts to deliver on his immense promise, but it’s time to accept the reality. After a strong stretch earlier in the season, Pitts has fallen off the radar, scoring just 13.5 fantasy points across his last four games combined. His target volume has plummeted, and the Falcons’ offense hasn’t done him any favors. Facing a Vikings defense that’s been solid against tight ends, Pitts is far too risky to trust in Week 14.
Cole Kmet, Chicago Bears vs. 49ers
Cole Kmet is a boom-or-bust option, and this week has all the makings of a bust. The 49ers have allowed the fourth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends, including the third-fewest yards and just three touchdowns all season. Kmet’s inconsistency is well-documented, as he follows up big games with duds. Coming off a 5.6-point performance in Week 13, he’s not worth the gamble against a tough San Francisco defense.
