Week 14 Fantasy Football QB Guide: Starts, Sleepers, and Busts
Week 14 is critical for fantasy managers, with top quarterback options including Josh Allen against Cincinnati, while sleepers like Baker Mayfield could shine, and Tua Tagovailoa is a bust alert facing a tough Jets defense.
Week 14 looms as a critical juncture for fantasy managers chasing playoff positioning. The quarterback spot will make or break numerous races. Here's what you need to know.
Top Quarterbacks to Start
Josh Allen leads the field this week in a matchup against Cincinnati. The Bills offense is firing on all cylinders, and Allen has been operating at an elite level. Projection: 20.5 points.
Other strong options:
- Dak Prescott vs. Lions: 19.8 points
- Lamar Jackson vs. Steelers: 18.3 points
- Jalen Hurts vs. Chargers: 18.2 points
- Matthew Stafford vs. Cardinals: 18.2 points
- Patrick Mahomes vs. Texans: 17.6 points
Sleeper Picks to Stream
Baker Mayfield continues as a fantasy force against New Orleans. He's averaging 24 fantasy points per game, and the Saints defense has caved—four of the past five opposing quarterbacks have cleared 20 fantasy points against them.
Trevor Lawrence offers upside against Indianapolis. He's posting 16.4 fantasy points per game and now faces a Colts defense that's hemorrhaging yardage. Over the past seven weeks, Indianapolis has surrendered 288.5 passing yards and 16.9 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks.
Jacoby Brissett deserves consideration while filling in for Kyler Murray. He's exceeded 300 passing yards four times and thrown exactly two touchdowns in six starts. Though the Rams have allowed the seventh-fewest yards per attempt at 6.5, Brissett's volume keeps him relevant. Watch for Marvin Harrison Jr.'s injury status—if he's limited, Arizona's passing attack could lean more heavily on secondary options.
Bust Alerts
Tua Tagovailoa faces a brutal matchup in New York. The Jets have consistently shut down opposing quarterbacks, and Tagovailoa has imploded lately with six interceptions across his past three games. New York's pass rush will cap his ceiling.
Daniel Jones warrants attention looking ahead. The Giants are on bye this week, but he draws the Cowboys in Week 15—a defense that has performed strongly and presents a difficult assignment.
Sam Darnold draws a Falcons defense that has held its ground. Tyrod Taylor faces Miami, whose defense has been steadily improving.
Remember: matchups and recent form should drive your start-sit calls. Injury reports matter—monitor Harrison Jr. closely, as his status directly impacts Brissett's appeal.
