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Start/Sit: Wide Receivers (Week 15)

December 12, 2025

START

Michael Wilson vs Texans

To put it bluntly, Wilson hasn’t been worth a roster spot in most fantasy leagues during his young career. Something clicked with the combination of Jacoby Brissett taking over QB duties and Marvin Harrison Jr. missing time, however. Some may be hesitant with a tough matchup in Houston on deck but that shouldn’t be enough to move him to the bench in standard formats. On targets alone, Wilson would be worth a starting spot in what is the first week of the playoffs for many. But he’s had a great connection with Brissett in the three games Harrison has missed, combining for a 36-445-2 line, making him a must start.

Jordan Addison vs Cowboys

Addison has been the opposite of Wilson thus far. He’d been a steady presence for fantasy managers through his first two years but has struggled along with the Vikings QB’s this season. He looked to be on his way to another productive season after his first three games back from a three game suspension but things fell apart quickly after that. Though Dallas’ defense has improved as it’s gotten healthy, they’re susceptible to big plays, and that’s where Addison thrives; turning his 7.3 yards per target into 13.8 yards per catch this season. He’s garnered 17 targets over the last two weeks and is poised for his biggest game since Week 7.

Terry McLaurin or Deebo Samuel vs Giants

If you have one, start him. Especially in PPR. It may not be ideal they’ll be catching passes from Marcus Mariotta instead of Jayden Daniels but there’s been plenty of passing in Washington lately. Mariotta attempted 50 passes in Week 13 and 30 each in two of his three other starts since Week 8. It doesn’t have to be pretty, but with the opponent, opportunity and injury to Zach Ertz, these two should hog all the targets this weekend. The Giants have been bad on defense but Jaxson Dart has elevated the offense and a shootout could be in store.

SIT

Jauan Jennings vs Titans

A quick glance at his last handful of games would indicate Jennings should be in lineups this week. However, it doesn’t seem so rosy under the hood. Four touchdowns in five games have barely kept Jennings in FLEX consideration. It’s hard to trust someone so touchdown dependent in a (likely) playoff matchup. Over those last five games, his highest marks were nine targets, six catches and 71 yards. All of those came in one game. There’s just not enough there to depend on him.

Alec Pierce vs Seahawks

When looking at yearly ownership trends, Pierce didn’t get all the love he deserved. He was a real deep threat for Daniel Jones and a solid FLEX option during bye weeks. Now, however, Jones is out for the year and Philip Rivers could be starting under center. Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Warren will most likely reap the benefits of that situation. Even though Pierce should still see the field for the majority of snaps, it could be a reach for him to garner more than five or so targets. That was fine with Jones at the helm, but whether it’s Rivers or Riley Leonard at QB, the deep threat could be nonexistent. Especially against a tough Seattle defense.

Rome Odunze vs Browns

As of this writing, Odunze was listed as questionable to play Sunday. Even if he’s on the field for the Bears, he would be best left on fantasy benches. The second year pro was hot to start the season but has cooled off as of late. On top of that, he missed Week 14 with a stress fracture in his foot. The Bears have other playmakers to turn to as they battle for a division title and won’t be forced to make Odunze a priority target. Rookies Luther Burden and Colston Loveland have come along nicely lately and could siphon targets from Odunze as he battles this injury.

Bonus: Sit Keenan Allen vs Chiefs

Since Odunze could be on the wrong side of questionable, a bonus player to keep on benches is Allen. Despite his diminished skills and going back to LA as an afterthought, Allen had a good start to the season. But things have been mostly poor since Week 3 and the offense has been too inconsistent for the ownership numbers Allen has at this point. The high risk/reward play of Quentin Johnston would serve fantasy teams better.

Justin, Author

A Cowboy fan through all the tough times, Justin is a fantasy football enthusiast with a journalism background. His commitment to his sports teams and the patience he gains after each continually failed “this is our year” season are now brought to The Goal Line Grind and its readers! More realist than hot take creator, you can expect insightful professionalism but also fact-based opinions along the way.