Week 14 of the 2025 fantasy football season has arrived, and with fantasy playoffs next week in most leagues, lineup decisions are more crucial than ever. This week’s matchups are loaded with volatility, injuries, and shifting depth charts, making it essential for managers to rely on clear, structured rankings across all four positions: quarterback, tight end, wide receiver, and running back.
Below, you’ll find full positional rankings broken into tiers to help you identify elite starters, strong plays, and deeper options. In addition, four must start players stand out due to matchup advantages, recent usage, and rising production. Whether you're fighting for playoff seeding or trying to keep your postseason hopes alive, these Week 14 rankings give you every edge you need.
Week 14 Quarterback Rankings
Tier 1
1. Josh Allen vs CIN
2. Jalen Hurts @ LAC
3. Dak Prescott @ DET
4. Joe Burrow @ BUF
Tier 2
5. Matthew Stafford @ ARI
6. Jared Goff vs DAL
7. Baker Mayfield vs NO
8. Patrick Mahomes II vs HOU
9. Lamar Jackson vs PIT
Tier 3
10. Daniel Jones @ JAC
11. Jacoby Brissett vs LAR
12. Sam Darnold @ ATL
13. Bo Nix @ LV
14. Jordan Love vs CHI
15. Trevor Lawrence vs IND
Tier 4
16. Caleb Williams @ GB
17. Marcus Mariota @ MIN
18. Tyrod Taylor vs MIA
19. Tyler Shough @ TB
20. C.J. Stroud @ KC
Tier 5
21. Tua Tagovailoa @ NYJ
22. Aaron Rodgers @ BAL
23. Cam Ward @ CLE
24. Shedeur Sanders vs TEN
Must Start: Quarterback
Jordan Love vs CHI
Jordan Love faces a Chicago defense that ranks near the bottom of the league against quarterbacks. Lovehas been increasingly efficient over the past few weeks, showing improved accuracy and confidence in his reads. With a favorable matchup and potential for both passing and rushing touchdowns, Love is poised to deliver a high floor, high ceiling performance, making him a must start in Week 14.
Week 14 Tight End Rankings
Tier 1
1. Trey McBride vs LAR
Tier 2
2. Brock Bowers vs DEN
3. Tyler Warren @ JAC
Tier 3
4. Travis Kelce vs HOU
5. Dalton Kincaid vs CIN
6. Brenton Strange vs IND
7. Oronde Gadsden II vs PHI
8. Kyle Pitts Sr. vs SEA
9. Mark Andrews vs PIT
10. Jake Ferguson @ DET
Tier 4
11. Juwan Johnson @ TB
12. Darren Waller @ NYJ
13. Isaiah Likely vs PIT
14. Zach Ertz @ MIN
15. Dallas Goedert @ LAC
16. Colston Loveland @ GB
17. Harold Fannin Jr. vs TEN
18. Dalton Schultz @ KC
Tier 5
19. Cade Otton vs NO
20. Evan Engram @ LV
21. Mason Taylor vs MIA
22. T.J. Hockenson vs WAS
23. AJ Barner @ ATL
24. Mike Gesicki @ BUF
Must Start: Tight End
Isaiah Likely vs PIT
Isaiah Likely draws a prime matchup against a Pittsburgh defense that has struggled to contain tight ends this season. Likely has seen consistent target volume and red zone opportunities, giving him strong touchdown upside. Expect him to be heavily involved in the passing game, making him a key play at tight end this week.
Week 14 Wide Receiver Rankings
Tier 1
1. Ja’Marr Chase @ BUF
2. Jaxon Smith-Njigba @ ATL
3. Rashee Rice vs HOU
4. Puka Nucua @ ARI
5. CeeDee Lamb @ DET
Tier 2
6. George Pickens @ DET
7. Davante Adams @ ARI
8. Nico Collins @ KC
9. Jameson Williams vs DAL
10. A.J. Brown @ LAC
11. Chris Olave @ TB
Tier 3
12. Jaylen Waddle @ NYJ
13. Emeka Egbuka vs NO
14. Ladd McConkey vs PHI
15. Justin Jefferson vs WAS
16. Christian Watson vs CHI
17. DeVonta Smith @ LAC
18. Michael Pittman Jr. @ JAC
19. Troy Franklin @ LV
Tier 4
20. Zay Flowers vs PIT
21. Courtland Sutton @ LV
22. Terry McLaurin @ MIN
23. Marvin Harrison Jr. vs LAR
24. DK Metcalf @ BAL
Tier 5
25. Deebo Samuel Sr. @ MIN
26. Chris Godwin Jr. vs NO
27. Michael Wilson vs LAR
28. Alec Pierce @ JAC
29. Rome Odunze @ GB
30. Jakobi Meyers vs IND
Tier 6
31. Brian Thomas Jr. vs IND
32. Jordan Addison vs WAS
33. Xavier Worthy vs HOU
34. Romeo Doubs vs CHI
35. Keenan Allen vs PHI
36. Jayden Higgins @ KC
Must Start: Wide Receiver
Michael Pittman Jr. @ JAC
Michael Pittman Jr. has emerged as the focal point of the Colts’ passing attack, and this week he faces a Jacksonville secondary that allows plenty of yardage to top receivers. Pittman has been producing steadily in recent weeks, and with likely high target volume, he has the potential for a big stat line and a touchdown, making him a must start wide receiver.
Week 14 Running Back Rankings
Tier 1
1. Jahmyr Gibbs vs DAL
2. De’Von Achane @ NYJ
3. Bijan Robinson vs SEA
4. Jonathan Taylor @ JAC
5. James Cook III vs CIN
Tier 2
6. Josh Jacobs vs CHI
7. Chase Brown @ BUF
8. Breece Hall vs MIA
9. Bucky Irving vs NO
10. Kyren Williams @ ARI
11. Derrick Henry vs PIT
Tier 3
12. Quinshon Judkins vs TEN
13. RJ Harvey @ LV
14. Saquon Barkley @ LAC
15. Ashton Jeanty vs DEN
16. Kenneth Walker III @ ATL
Tier 4
17. Travis Etienne Jr. vs IND
18. Javonte Williams @ DET
19. Aaron Jones Sr. vs WAS
20. Jaylen Warren @ BAL
21. Kimani Vidal vs PHI
22. D’Andre Swift @ GB
Tier 5
23. Kyle Monangai @ GB
24. Kenneth Gainwell @ BAL
25. Kareem Hunt vs HOU
26. Woody Marks @ KC
27. David Montgomery vs DAL
28. Blake Corum @ ARI
29. Chris Rodriguez Jr. @ MIN
Tier 6
30. Devin Neal @ TB
31. Bam Knight vs LAR
32. Bhayshul Tuten vs IND
33. Zach Charbonnet @ ATL
34. Tony Pollard @ CLE
35. Tyjae Spears @ CLE
36. Tyler Allgeier vs SEA
Must Start: Running Back
Kenneth Walker III @ ATL
Kenneth Walker III continues to see a large share of his team’s rushing attempts and goal line opportunities. Facing an Atlanta run defense that has been vulnerable to explosive backs, Walker is in an excellent spot to produce both rushing yards and touchdowns. His workload and matchup make him a high upside, must startrunning back this week.
Conclusion
Week 14 represents a critical juncture in fantasy football, as playoff positioning is on the line for many managers. By focusing on players with favorable matchups, strong usage, and recent momentum, managers can maximize their chances for success.
Jordan Love, Isaiah Likely, Michael Pittman Jr., and Kenneth Walker III each offer high-upside opportunities that could swing matchups in your favor. As you set your lineups this week, prioritize these must start players while monitoring injury news and game scripts to ensure your roster is optimized for a strong finish heading into the fantasy playoffs.