Top Quarterback Rankings
Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars leads Week 17 QB rankings with 22.31 projected points against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday at 1:00 PM ET. Drake Maye (New England Patriots) follows closely at 21.74 points versus the New York Jets, showcasing his rising value in favorable matchups.
Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals) ranks third at 21.69 points hosting Arizona, while Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) is fourth at 21.37 points on Thursday against Washington. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills) rounds out the top five at 21.00 points versus Philadelphia, per Footballguys projections.These rankings highlight mobility and pass-heavy offenses thriving late in the season.
Lower tiers include Brock Purdy (San Francisco 49ers) at 19.51 points against Chicago and Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) at 19.38 points at Buffalo, offering streaming options for desperate managers.
Key Matchups and Start/Sit Advice
Draft Sharks updates emphasize tough lineup calls, with QBs like those from the New York Giants (QB15 at 16.2 points at Las Vegas) and Seattle Seahawks (QB16 at 15.8 points at Carolina) as mid-tier streaming targets. Positional tiers from Dynasty Nerds and CBS Sports stress PPR cheat sheets for receivers and backs in championship scenarios.
Start studs like Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams at 20.43 points on Monday at Atlanta) and bench risks in tougher spots, such as Caleb Williams (Chicago Bears at 18.53 points at San Francisco). YouTube breakdowns from Pat Mayo and others flag sleepers, breakouts, and busts to refine decisions.
Focus on Thursday night (Bo Nix at Kansas City) and primetime games for last-minute adjustments, as weather and injuries impact projections.
Championship Strategy Tips
Matthew Berry's rankings spotlight stars like Christian McCaffrey, Puka Nacua, and Trey McBride across positions, urging managers to prioritize volume receivers in PPR. Fantasy Football Calculator and FF Trading Room aggregate data for top-100 flex rankings, blending all positions.
With Week 17 often deciding titles, target high-floor players in easy matchups while mixing in upside boom candidates. Monitor updates as Sunday afternoon games progress on December 28, 2025.
Consensus from multiple sources reduces variance—cross-reference Footballguys tiers with ESPN and CBS for confidence in your lineup.