Fantasy Football: Week 18 Streamers to Consider
If you’re reading these lines, it means you’re playing for a title this week. I’m not here to tell you what I think about playing in Week 18 (I’m sure you’ve heard enough of that already). I don’t blame you for trying to enjoy as many weeks of fantasy football as possible. But this is a tricky week. Some teams have their minds in the postseason, and others are already thinking about the 2025 season. This can lead to some players getting resting time or being utilized in an unusual way.
That’s why streaming can be helpful this week. Like every week, in this article you’ll find some streamable quarterbacks, kickers, defense/special teams, and at least a tight end to help you get as many points as possible from your onesie positions and improve your chances of winning a title. If you need further assistance, you can always check Andy, Mike, and Jason’s weekly rankings and the Start/Sit tool.
Quarterbacks
Russell Wilson – Pittsburgh Steelers (51% rostered)
Last week was not great for Mr. Unlimited. The Steelers’ offensive line didn’t help him much against the Kansas City Chiefs. But he still rushed for 55 yards and a touchdown, which salvaged his fantasy performance. This week, he has a much easier matchup against the Bengals’ terrible secondary. Cincinnati has allowed the fourth-most fantasy points per game to QBs this season, and Russell Wilson has George Pickens back as his best weapon. We have already seen the kind of damage this duo can inflict on the Bengals’ defense. Wilson should be a great streamer this week.
Joe Flacco – Indianapolis Colts (12% rostered)
It’s still too soon to know if Anthony Richardson will play this week. But now that the Colts are eliminated, I wouldn’t be surprised if they decide to keep rolling with Joe Flacco for this final week. Last week, he completed 26 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns. He’ll now face the Jaguars, who have allowed the most fantasy points on average to quarterbacks this season. If your starter is injured or you fear he might get some rest this week, Joe Flacco could be a good streaming option.
Michael Penix Jr. – Atlanta Falcons (24% rostered)
I don’t know who would dare to start Michael Penix in a fantasy championship matchup, but the rookie is starting to look promising as he learns the ropes of the offense. This week, he has an obligation to lead his team to a win against the Carolina Panthers, who have allowed over 19 fantasy points on average to QBs. Last week, Baker Mayfield torched the Panthers, passing for 359 yards and five touchdowns. I’m not saying Penix will score five TDs, but after throwing for 223 yards last week against the Commanders, he is in a good spot to be considered a viable streamer this week.
Kickers
Will Reichard – Minnesota Vikings (13% rostered)
The Vikings’ rookie was one of the best fantasy kickers during the first half of the season. Then he got injured, and since he came back, fantasy managers have been ignoring him. He’s had some misses, but most of them have been long, complicated field goal attempts missed by inches. This week, he should be among the position’s top scorers when the Vikings face the Lions in what Vegas projects to be the week’s highest-scoring matchup.
Jake Moody – San Francisco 49ers (57% rostered)
Jake Moody’s sophomore season has not been as good as his rookie campaign. But he has been a serviceable streamer in favorable matchups. This week, he’ll play against the Arizona Cardinals in a matchup between two eliminated teams that will only play for divisional honor. The over/under for this game is 46.5, so there should be enough chances for Moody to score fantasy points for your team.
Matt Gay – Indianapolis Colts (6% rostered)
Kicker fantasy points are usually correlated to pass attempts, and the Colts’ passing volume increases considerably when Joe Flacco is under center. His playing style moves the offense more frequently into scoring position. This week, the Colts are five-point home favorites against the Jacksonville Jaguars. If Flacco gets the starting job again this week, Matt Gay should have enough opportunities to be considered a viable streamer.
Defense & Special Teams
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (59% rostered)
Despite being very permissive to the passing game, the Buccaneers’ D/ST has been streamable in favorable matchups. This week, they’ll play at home against the New Orleans Saints, who are completely depleted of offensive playmakers. Last week, they even helped the Raiders look good. The Bucs need to win to secure the division, so I would stream their defense with confidence.
Atlanta Falcons (31% rostered)
Since coming back from their Week 12 bye, the Falcons’ defense has been really good, racking up 21 sacks, five interceptions, three fumble recoveries, and two defensive touchdowns. This week, they have an excellent matchup against the Carolina Panthers, who have been improving but should still make some mistakes against the Falcons in their final try to win the NFC South.
Houston Texans (30% rostered)
After scoring 17 fantasy points against the Miami Dolphins, the Texans have endured two tough matchups against the Chiefs and Ravens. But this week, they have what should be a piece-of-cake divisional game against the Tennessee Titans, who have allowed the second-most fantasy points to opposing D/ST. When they played against the Titans’ offensive line in Week 12, they got eight sacks and a pick-six. The Texans are among the best streaming options this week.
BONUS: Tight End
Chigoziem Okonkwo – Tennessee Titans (27% rostered)
Let’s go to the Okonkwo well one last time this season. Over the past three weeks, he has been heavily involved in the Titans’ offense, drawing 28 targets during that span. He has also shown his ability to make big plays, earning him a consistent volume during these final weeks. He’ll now play against the Houston Texans, who are not a particularly favorable matchup for tight ends, but Okonkwo’s volume makes him a safe-floor play in Week 18.