SSSQ is a weekly look at the under-the-radar fantasy players you should consider starting, and the potential busts you should leave on your bench. We also identify breakout candidates to stash on your roster and players you can safely cut. For the rest of your lineup decisions, consult our Week 16 rankings.
Start
Nick Foles, QB, Eagles
vs. Raiders
Foles' season debut in place of the injured Carson Wentz went as well as could've been imagined, as he tossed four touchdowns on 38 attempts. With just four interceptions on the season, the Raiders pose little risk.
Fearless prediction: 293 yards passing, 2 TDs
Other QBs to start
- Joe Flacco vs. Colts
- Dak Prescott vs. Seahawks
C.J. Anderson, RB, Broncos
at Redskins
Anderson rushed for a season-high 158 yards in Week 15, though he was kept out of the end zone for a fourth consecutive week. He should be able to score against a Redskins team with 11 rushing touchdowns allowed this season, so long as he's able to see the name usage.
Fearless prediction: 134 yards rushing, TD
Other RBs to start
- Jay Ajayi vs. Raiders
- Dion Lewis vs. Bills
- Latavius Murray at Packers
Martavis Bryant, WR, Steelers
at Texans
Bryant's a clear choice this week with Antonio Brown sidelined due to injury. Bryant has scored in two of his past four games, and he takes on a Texans defense that just allowed 326 passing yards to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Fearless prediction: 107 yards receiving, 2 TDs
Other WRs to start
- Devin Funchess vs. Buccaneers
- Robert Woods at Titans
- Dede Westbrook at 49ers
Charles Clay, TE, Bills
at Patriots
Clay broke out of a slump with a five-catch, 68-yard performance against the Dolphins in Week 15. His nine targets were his most since Week 1, though he was kept out of the end zone for an eighth consecutive week. He'll continue to benefit in terms of usage should Kelvin Benjamin continue at less than 100 percent.
Fearless prediction: 62 yards receiving, TD
Other TEs to start
- Adam Shaheen vs. Browns
- Antonio Gates at Jets
Sit
Jimmy Garoppolo, QB, 49ers
vs. Jaguars
Garoppolo has had quite a start to his tenure as the 49ers' franchise quarterback, as he has dismantled the defenses of the Chicago Bears, Houston Texans, and Tennessee Titans. He'll face his first true test in the Jaguars' No. 1 pass defense unit, and he's likely to quickly regress.
Other QBs to sit
- Jameis Winston at Panthers
Jamaal Williams, RB, Packers
vs. Vikings
Williams will surely see more than his 10 rushing attempts from Week 15, and he should get re-involved in the passing game with Brett Hundley back under center. It's all for naught with the Packers stuck with a tough matchup and nothing for which to play.
Other RBs to sit
- Marshawn Lynch at Eagles
- Carlos Hyde vs. Jaguars
Robby Anderson, WR, Jets
vs. Chargers
Anderson will be stuck with another tough matchup after being held to five receptions and 40 yards on 12 targets against the New Orleans Saints in Week 15. Chargers cornerback Casey Hayward is likely to keep him under wraps all day long.
Other WRs to sit
- Randall Cobb vs. Vikings
- DeVante Parker at Chiefs
Kyle Rudolph, TE, Vikings
at Packers
Rudolph has five touchdowns over his past four games, but the Packers have allowed just five tight end touchdowns on the season. There's no telling how the Vikings could adjust their lineup once they have a solid lead.
Other TEs to sit
- Austin Seferian-Jenkins vs. Chargers
- Jimmy Graham at Cowboys
Stash
Add your favorite player, pick a free agent purely by name, or help out an injured player by letting them be part of your fantasy championship. Keeper league owners can continue their preparation for next season by scooping up a young player destined for a larger role in 2018.
Quit
Cast aside whoever has caused you the most frustration this season, whether it's an injured player you've been holding onto in hopes of a return, or someone buried within their team's depth chart.
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