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Week 16 Fantasy Football: Start Rice, Bench Jefferson

12/17/2025

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Summary

Rice's Week 16 Advantage

Rashee Rice remains a must-start in Week 16, facing a Titans defense that allows the fifth-most points to wide receivers.
Justin Jefferson should be benched due to disappointing recent performances.
Harold Fannin Jr. is favored over Dalton Kincaid for his consistent target volume.
Dallas Goedert is noted for his red-zone effectiveness, especially against the Commanders, who struggle against tight ends.

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Rice's Week 16 Advantage

Rashee Rice remains a must-start in Week 16, facing a Titans defense that allows the fifth-most points to wide receivers.
Justin Jefferson should be benched due to disappointing recent performances.
Harold Fannin Jr. is favored over Dalton Kincaid for his consistent target volume.
Dallas Goedert is noted for his red-zone effectiveness, especially against the Commanders, who struggle against tight ends.