Get Ready for Fantasy Football Playoff Pressure

As the regular season winds down, the pressure mounts for fantasy football managers. Week 14 is often the decisive moment, where a win means playoff glory and a loss ends the season. Whether you're already locked in or fighting for a chance, getting the right players in your lineup is essential. Bleacher Report is here to help ease those playoff jitters with crucial recommendations for players to start, sit, and some hidden gems to consider.

Start 'Em

Jacoby Brissett, Arizona Cardinals (vs. LAR) [DraftKings DFS Value: $5,700] The Rams have been tough against wide receivers, but Brissett has been on a scoring tear, ranking third among QBs in fantasy points since Week 9.

Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers (vs. CHI) [DraftKings DFS Value: $5,900] Following a stellar game against the Lions, Love faces a Bears defense that allows the 10th-most fantasy points to quarterbacks.

Aaron Jones, Minnesota Vikings (vs. WAS) [DraftKings DFS Value: $5,800] The Commanders have struggled against the run, and with Jones likely to play despite a shoulder injury, he could leverage that weakness.

Sit 'Em

Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals (at BUF) [DraftKings DFS Value: $6,500] Facing the heavily defensive Buffalo team, it may be wise to avoid Burrow this week as he shakes off the rust.

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (vs. HOU) [DraftKings DFS Value: $6,800] Despite his ranking, the matchup against the Texans, who yield fewer points than Mahomes' average, presents a risk for this week.

Fantasy Sleepers

Tyler Shough, New Orleans Saints (at TB) [DraftKings DFS Value: $4,600] Shough has been effective in recent games and faces a Buccaneers defense that has allowed the sixth-most points to quarterbacks.

Devin Neal, New Orleans Saints (at TB) [DraftKings DFS Value: $5,100] With Alvin Kamara sidelined, Neal may see significant action against a team vulnerable to running backs.

Defense Recommendations

Cleveland Browns Defense (vs. TEN) [DraftKings DFS Value: $3,700] With Myles Garrett on fire, the Browns could exploit a Titans team allowing the most fantasy points to defenses.

Philadelphia Eagles Defense (at LAC) [DraftKings DFS Value: $3,300] The Eagles may find opportunities against a Chargers line struggling to protect Justin Herbert.

As you prepare for Week 14, ensure you leverage these insights to maximize your fantasy football success!