Week 15 of the 2025 fantasy football season has arrived, and with fantasy playoffs this 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 your favored to win this week’s playoff matchup or not these week 15 rankings will give you the edge against your opponent.
Week 15 Quarterback Rankings
Tier 1
1. Josh Allen @ NE
2. Matthew Stafford vs DET
3. Joe Burrow vs BAL
4. Drake Maye vs BUF
Tier 2
5. Patrick Mahomes II vs LAC
6. Jalen Hurts vs LV
7. Lamar Jackson @ CIN
8. Brock Purdy vs TEN
9. Dak Prescott vs MIN
10. Jaxson Dart. Vs WAS
Tier 3
11. Jared Goff @ LAR
12. Baker Mayfield vs ATL
13. Bo Nix vs GB
14. Marcus Mariota @ NYG
15. Jordan Love @ DEN
Tier 4
16. Caleb Williams vs CLE
17. Jacoby Brissett @ HOU
18. Bryce Young @ NO
19. J.J. McCarthy @ DAL
20. Sam Darnold vs IND
Tier 5
21. Trevor Lawrence vs NYJ
22. C.J. Stroud vs ARI
23. Justin Herbert @ KC
24. Shedeur Sanders @ CHI
Must Start: Quarterback
Marcus Mariota @ NYG
Marcus Mariota walks into Week 15 with one of the best matchups of the fantasy playoffs. The Giants have struggled to defend mobile quarterbacks all season, giving up chunk yardage on scrambles and failing to contain designed QB runs. Mariota’s rushing ability gives him a built in floor, but what really elevates him this week is his growing comfort in the passing game and the likelihood of positive game script. With New Yorkallowing sustained drives and red zone opportunities, Mariota is positioned to deliver a strong dual-threat fantasy performance in a must win playoff week.
Week 15 Tight End Rankings
Tier 1
1. Trey McBride @ HOU
Tier 2
2. Brock Bowers @ PHI
3. George Kittle vs TEN
Tier 3
4. Tyler Warren @ SEA
5. Travis Kelce vs LAC
6. Brenton Strange vs NYJ
7. Kyle Pitts Sr. @ TB
8. Mark Andrews @ CIN
9. Jake Ferguson vs MIN
Tier 4
10. Dalton Kincaid @ NE
11. Juwan Johnson vs CAR
12. Harold Fannin Jr. @ CHI
13. Hunter Henry vs BUF
14. Isaiah Likely @ CIN
15. Theo Johnson vs WAS
16. Colston Loveland vs CLE
Tier 5
17. Oronde Gadsden II @ KC
18. Darren Waller @ PIT
19. Dallas Goedert vs LV
20. Dalton Schultz vs ARI
21. AJ Barner vs IND
22. Evan Engram vs GB
23. Cade Otton vs ATL
24. T.J. Hockenson @ DAL
Must Start: Tight End
Harold Fannin Jr. @ CHI
Harold Fannin Jr. has quietly become one of the most consistent tight end producers in the league, and this week he draws a Chicago defense that ranks near the bottom against the position. Fannin’s athleticism and target reliability make him a frequent chain mover, and he’s seeing increased usage on third downs and in thered zone. With Chicago’s linebackers routinely giving up yards after the catch and struggling to cover athletic tight ends, Fannin has one of the safest floors and strongest ceilings at the position for Week 15.
Week 15 Wide Receiver Rankings
Tier 1
1. Ja’Marr Chase vs BAL
2. Jaxon Smith-Njigba vs IND
3. Puka Nucua vs DET
4. Rashee Rice vs LAC
Tier 2
5. George Pickens vs MIN
6. Davante Adams vs DET
7. Nico Collins vs ARI
8. A.J. Brown vs LV
9. Amon-Ra St. Brown @ LAR
Tier 3
10. Jaylen Waddle @ PIT
11. Jaylen Waddle @ PIT
12. Tetairoa McMillan @ NO
13. Terry McLaurin @ NYG
14. Michael Wilson @ HOU
15. Justin Jefferson @ DAL
16. Tee Higgins vs BAL
Tier 4
17. Chris Olave vs CAR
18. DeVonta Smith vs LV
19. Zay Flowers @ CIN
20. Ladd McConkey @ KC
21. Jakobi Meyers vs NYJ
22. Chris Godwin Jr. vs ATL
23. Emeka Egbuka vs ATL
Tier 5
24. Stefon Diggs vs BUF
25. Wan’Dale Robinson vs WAS
26. Michael Pittman Jr. @ SEA
27. Juan Jennings vs TEN
28. Courtland Sutton vs GB
29. Brian Thomas Jr. vs NYJ
30. Deebo Samuel Sr. @ NYG
Tier 6
31. Christian Watson @ DEN
32. DK Metcalf vs MIA
33. Alec Pierce @ SEA
34. Khalil Shakir @ NE
35. DJ Moore vs CLE
36. Troy Franklin vs GB
Must Start: Wide Receiver
Jakobi Meyers vs NYJ
Jakobi Meyers is set up for one of the best matchups of any wide receiver this week. The Jets defensefunnels most of its yards to slot and intermediate pass catchers, and Meyers has thrived in those exact areas this season. His connection with his quarterback continues to grow, and his dependable target share gives him low volatility, something fantasy managers crave during playoff matchups. Against a Jets secondary that has struggled with route technicians and possession receivers, Meyers is a high floor, high volume playwho could easily lead his team in receptions this week.
Week 15 Running Back Rankings
Tier 1
1. Christian McCaffery vs TEN
2. Jahmyr Gibbs @ LAR
3. De’Von Achane @ PIT
4. Bijan Robinson @ TB
5. Jonathan Taylor @ SEA
Tier 2
6. Derrick Henry @ CIN
7. James Cook III @ NE
8. Josh Jacobs @ DEN
9. Bucky Irving vs ATL
10. Chase Brown vs BAL
11. Saquon Barkley vs LV
12. TreVeyon Henderson vs BUF
Tier 3
13. Quinshon Judkins @ CHI
14. Breece Hall @ JAC
15. Ashton Jeanty @ PHI
16. RJ Harvey vs GB
17. Kyren Williams vs DET
18. Travis Etienne Jr. vs NYJ
19. Javonte Williams vs MIN
20. Chris Rodriguez Jr. @ NYG
Tier 4
21. Omarion Hampton @ KC
22. Jaylen Warren vs MIA
23. Rico Dowdle @ NO
24. Kenneth Walker III vs IND
25. Devin Neal vs CAR
26. Aaron Jones Sr. @ DAL
Tier 5
27. Woody Marks vs ARI
28. D’Andre Swift vs CLE
29. Tony Pollard @ SF
30. Kyle Monangai vs CLE
31. Blake Corum vs DET
Tier 6
32. Devin Singletary vs WAS
33. David Montgomery @ LAR
34. Chuba Hubbard @ NO
35. Kareem Hunt vs LAC
36. Zach Charbonnnet vs IND
Must Start: Running Back
Chris Rodriguez Jr. @ NYG
Chris Rodriguez Jr. has emerged as a powerful and reliable option in his backfield, and a matchup with the Giants only boosts his value. New York has been one of the worst teams in the league at stopping downhill runners, surrendering consistent chunk plays between the tackles. Rodriguez’s physical running style and growing red zone role make him a strong bet for both volume and scoring opportunities. With his touches trending upward at the perfect time, Rodriguez is a must start RB2/Flex option who brings both stability and touchdown upside to fantasy playoff lineups.
Conclusion
Week 15 represents a critical point in fantasy football, as playoff positioning starting this week for many managers. By focusing on players with favorable matchups, strong usage, and recent momentum, managers can maximize their chances for success.
Marcus Mariota, Harold Fannin Jr., Jakobi Meyers, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. 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 start heading into the fantasy playoffs.