Week 14 in fantasy football is a critical time, but fantasy managers are faced with a challenge: Bye-apocalypse 2.0. This week, six teams are on bye, meaning no players from the Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, Washington Commanders, Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans, or Denver Broncos will be available for fantasy rosters. That’s a substantial number of fantasy points suddenly unavailable, and it can significantly impact lineup decisions during one of the most pivotal weeks of the season.
Despite the absence of these teams, there are still some intriguing matchups to look forward to. A highlight of Week 14 is the Sunday Night Football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Kansas City Chiefs. This high-profile matchup features two quarterbacks who have bounced back after slow starts to the season. Justin Herbert of the Chargers and Patrick Mahomes of the Chiefs have both been on fire lately, with each quarterback posting three top-12 finishes in their last three games. Early on in the season, both quarterbacks experienced a dip in production, but their recent performances have been much stronger, making them key players to start for fantasy managers.
Alongside these quarterbacks, both teams have some exciting receiving assets that are expected to perform well. For the Chargers, rookie Ladd McConkey has emerged as a promising option, while the Chiefs have bolstered their receiving corps by adding DeAndre Hopkins, a move that has further increased their offensive firepower. As these two quarterbacks continue to heat up, their top targets are likely to see more involvement and are prime candidates to be inserted into fantasy lineups this week.
With these key matchups on the horizon, fantasy managers will need to carefully consider their lineups, especially with the limited availability of players from the six teams on bye. Make sure to check out the team’s Week 14 rankings to help make informed decisions about where Mahomes, Herbert, and their respective weapons stand. Best of luck with your Week 14 fantasy matchups!
