Who Should I Start? Baker Mayfield or A.J. Brown

Monday, December 23, 12:19 AM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield completed 31 of 43 pass attempts for 303 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception during Sunday's Week 16 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. He also took four sacks and rushed for 42 yards. Finally, Mayfield fumbled once, but he was able to pick up the loose ball. All in all, Mayfield had a solid showing, but it wasn't enough to propel Tampa Bay over Dallas. The 29-year-old ranks as a top-six fantasy quarterback this season with his 3,920 yards, 37 total touchdowns, and 15 interceptions. Fantasy managers should view him as a top option among quarterbacks when he takes on a subpar Carolina Panthers defense in Week 17, coinciding with most fantasy leagues' championships.

Sunday, December 22, 6:48 PM

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown had a game-high eight grabs for 97 yards in Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders. He also had a touchdown, pulling in a four-yard throw from Kenny Pickett in the first quarter. Jalen Hurts (concussion) was ruled out early in this one. However, Brown still managed to put together one of his best performances of the 2024-25 campaign. With the 27-year-old finding the end zone in each of his last two games, he remains a must-start against the Cowboys in Week 17, even if Hurts isn't cleared to suit up.