Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (ankle) returned after missing six straight games due to an ankle injury and delivered his best game of the season in Week 18's win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Higbee caught five of his six targets for a team-leading 91 yards and a touchdown. The 33-year-old's previous highest yardage total was 40 yards back in Week 6, and it marked his most yards in a game since his nine-catch, 94-yard, two-touchdown performance back in Week 16 of the 2022 season. It was great to see Higbee back and healthy, and he looks like the top tight end option for the Rams moving into the playoffs, although Colby Parkinson had a great game as well with two touchdowns.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers completed 31 of 47 passes for a season-high 294 yards and a touchdown to go along with one carry for 20 yards in Week 18's division-clinching win over the Baltimore Ravens. Rodgers and the Steelers scored all three of their touchdowns in the second half, including the future Hall of Famer finding receiver Calvin Austin III for a 26-yard touchdown to take the lead with 55 seconds left in the game. With his top receiver D.K. Metcalf (suspension) out again, Rodgers relied heavily on underneath targets to running back Kenneth Gainwell, connecting with him a season-high eight times. In addition, a season-high 218 of Rodgers' 294 passing yards came after the catch, per Next Gen Stats. The 42-year-old signal-caller made big plays when the Steelers needed them and posted his best QBR (65.8) since Week 7 in Cincinnati. The Steelers will now host the Houston Texans next Monday night in the Wild-Card round of the playoffs.

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Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson recorded his first two touchdowns of his career in Week 18's 35-8 win over the New York Jets, handling 13 carries for 36 yards while adding two catches (two targets) for 20 yards as a receiver. Both of Johnson's touchdowns came from six yards out, with the first one coming on the ground to cap a 13-play, 84-yard drive, and the second coming on a receiving touchdown that marked the Bills' final score of the regular season in the fourth quarter. Johnson played behind Ray Davis, who handled 21 carries for 151 yards, but he earned the high-value touches in the offense with James Cook resting after the first drive. The 28-year-old became the 21st player this season to post at least 200 rushing yards and 250 receiving yards with five total touchdowns, and he is the only one to do so while playing fewer than 40% of the offensive snaps for the season.

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson completed 11 of 18 passes for 238 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, along with four carries for nine yards in a 26-24 Week 18 loss in a win-or-go-home game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jackson returned for the season finale after missing last week's game due to a back injury and delivered his most efficient performance of the season by yards per attempt (13.2) on only 18 throws, but he fell short of winning a third straight AFC North title. The star quarterback has battled through a long list of injuries throughout the entire season and hasn't experienced the same highs as his excellent 2024 campaign. The 28-year-old signal-caller threw three touchdowns for the first time since returning from his early-season hamstring injury in Week 9 against the Dolphins, and the second time he's done so in 10 career games against the Steelers. Jackson will have some time to recover from his injuries in the offseason, and he could return to elite QB1 status with better health in 2026.

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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers delivered one of his best performances of the season in Week 18's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, catching four of six targets for 134 yards and two touchdowns. His touchdowns both came on similar coverage busts by the Pittsburgh secondary, going for 50 and 64 yards. Quarterback Lamar Jackson only attempted 18 passes in the game, but he targeted Flowers on a third of them. It marked the 25-year-old wideout's highest yardage total in a game since Week 1 against the Bills and the third two-touchdown game of his career. It was also Flowers' first touchdown of at least 30 yards since Week 9 of last season. Flowers closed the 2025 season with career highs in targets (118), receptions (86), and receiving yards (1,207), while matching his previous career best with five touchdowns.

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Arizona Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett completed 22 of his 31 passes for 243 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in a 37-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 18. He also rushed three times for 19 yards and a lost a fumble.

Fantasy Spin: Brissett put up solid number after taking over as the starter, and he threw multiple touchdowns in 10 of his 12 starts. Of course, the Cardinals also lost 11 of those games. With the Kyler Murray era likely over, the Cardinals will presumably look to add a young quarterback ahead of next season. Brissett could still open the year as the starter, but it would be a surprise to see him under center for the entire year.

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Denver Broncos TE Evan Engram caught three of his four targets for 45 yards in a 19-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 18.

Fantasy Spin: On an afternoon when Bo Nix struggled to move the ball, Engram's 45 yards were enough to lead the team. The total was also his second highest of the season. Even with tight end options limited during the postseason, Engram is going to be a reach as a potential fantasy starter.

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Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton caught one pass for five yards in a 19-3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 18.

Fantasy Spin: Bo Nix never found a rhythm in this one, and Sutton was one of the players to pay the price. He has had a couple of duds this year, but for the most part, he has been a steady option for the Denver passing game, topping 1,000 yards. Sutton will have WR2 upside for fantasy playoff contests.

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Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl safety Kyle Hamilton (concussion) has been ruled out for the rest of the Sunday night game against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers due to a concussion, according to the team. Hamilton collided with fellow defensive back Alohi Gilman on a play in the third quarter and was carted to the locker room. Gilman was cleared to return to the field, but Hamilton won't be back for the remainder of the game, a big blow to Baltimore's defense as they trail by three points in the second half. If the Ravens come back to win this game, it's unclear if Hamilton will be ready to play next Monday night in the wild-card round of the playoffs against the Houston Texans. With Hamilton out the rest of the night, Ar'Darius Washington, Malaki Starks, and Keondre Jackson could all see more time on the field against Pittsburgh.

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Baltimore Ravens defensive backs Kyle Hamilton (head) and Alohi Gilman (head) are both being evaluated for concussions on Sunday Night Football against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers after they collided on a play in the third quarter. Gilman was quickly cleared and allowed to go back into the game, but Hamilton was seen being carted to the locker room with his head down. Before getting injured, the 24-year-old three-time Pro Bowler recorded nine tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup. Hamilton appeared to take the brunt of the collision with Gilman, and it looks like he might be doubtful to return in a game that will decide the NFC North. Losing Hamilton for the rest of this game and potentially going into the playoffs would be a big blow to Baltimore's defense.

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Washington Commanders LB Von Miller finished with two stops, including one of the solo variety, with a sack, a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Los Angeles Chargers WR Keenan Allen caught of his 13 targets for 36 yards in a 19-3 loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 18.

Fantasy Spin: Allen was one of the few regular starters on the offensive side of the ball to play in the finale, and while he saw plenty of action, he was limited to all shorter catches. He will have Justin Herbert back under when the playoffs begin, and Allen can be a WR3 for playoff contests.

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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs laid an egg the last two weeks for fantasy managers, but he was able to finish out the season strong in Sunday's 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in the Week 18 regular-season finale. Gibbs led the Lions with 19 carries for 80 yards and also caught three of his five targets for 33 yards and his fifth touchdown reception of the year. Overall, the 23-year-old was once again one of the most productive RBs in the NFL in his third year in the league. Gibbs finished with 1,223 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground, adding a career-best 77 catches for 616 yards and another five scores as a receiver. He was the Lions' clear leading ball-carrier this year over David Montgomery, and Gibbs should profile yet again as a top-five fantasy RB going into 2026 drafts.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown ended his 2025 season the right way, recording 11 receptions for 139 yards on 15 targets in Detroit's 19-16 Week 18 win over the Chicago Bears. St. Brown entered Sunday questionable to play due to lingering knee and ankle injuries, but he was ultimately able to suit up. Across 17 games played in 2025, the 26-year-old recorded 117 receptions for 1,401 yards and 11 touchdowns on 172 targets. St. Brown has recorded at least 106 catches in four consecutive seasons and double-digit touchdowns in three straight campaigns. He's been named to four straight Pro Bowls and could have a chance at his third consecutive All-Pro selection for his work in 2025. As long as St. Brown makes it through the offseason healthy, he will likely be one of the first wide receivers off the board in fantasy drafts heading into the 2026 season.

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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase had a big game in his team's 20-18 Week 18 loss to the Cleveland Browns, recording eight catches for 96 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets. The 25-year-old had another excellent season in 2025, hauling in 125 receptions for 1,412 yards and eight touchdowns on 185 targets across 16 games played. Across seven games started by Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, Chase averaged 106 receiving yards per contest and recorded four touchdown grabs. Chase has been named to the Pro Bowl in all five of his NFL seasons and could be on his way to a second consecutive All-Pro selection. As long as he makes it through the offseason healthy, Chase figures to be one of the first wide receivers off the board in fantasy drafts heading into the 2026 season.

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Washington Commanders RB Jeremy McNichols, a free-agent-to-be, had just one carry for three yards in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while adding a single 8-yard reception on his only target.

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Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports that the Atlanta Falcons are "strongly" considering former quarterback Matt Ryan for a "high-profile" front-office role with the team. Atlanta fired general manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris on Sunday after the franchise completed its eighth straight losing season. Ryan quarterbacked the Falcons for 14 seasons from 2008 to 2021, winning an MVP award and leading his team to the Super Bowl in 2016. He has a borderline Hall of Fame resume as a player, throwing for over 60,000 yards and 381 touchdowns across 222 career NFL games. However, Ryan has zero front office experience, working as an analyst for CBS since leaving the NFL at the end of the 2022 season. It's unclear at this time whether Ryan would be the lead decision-maker with the Falcons if he and the team can reach an agreement.

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Chicago Bears SS Kevin Byard finished with eight tackles, including two solo stops, and recorded his league-best seventh interception in a 19-16 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 18.

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Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cameron Ward (shoulder) is believed to have suffered a Grade 3 AC joint sprain in his right shoulder during the team's Week 18 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, per Jeff Howe of The Athletic. Ward exited the game in the first quarter after being landed on by a Jacksonville defender. While Tennessee's 2025 season has come to a close, Ward may now face a lengthy rehab process throughout the offseason. Across 17 games as a rookie, the 23-year-old completed 59.8% of his pass attempts for 3,169 yards, 15 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. Ward also rushed for 159 yards and two scores. The Titans will pair Ward with a new head coach in 2026 after firing former head coach Brian Callahan in mid-October. Ward still carries significant upside for the future, but it appears he will have to overcome a substantial shoulder injury as he heads into his second season.

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Chicago Bears WR DJ Moore caught one of his three targets for 11 yards in a 19-16 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 18.

Fantasy Spin: Even with Rome Odunze sidelined recently, Moore has been a boom-or-bust receiver throughout the season. In the last six games, he has four games with fewer than 20 receiving yards and two with 60-plus yards and at least one touchdown. Moore will be a high-risk, high-reward pick in postseason contests.

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