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Dec 21, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) warms up prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

NFL Week 17 Survival Pool Strategy: Patriots, Lions and 3 More Winning Picks

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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson is a solid prop target in Week 17.

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Jahmyr Gibbs has five multi-touchdown games this season.

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Bet on Jahmyr Gibbs to go over his rushing yards total against the Vikings on Christmas.

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The Minnesota Vikings and head coach Kevin O'Connell are home dogs in Week 17.

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Andy Reid and the Chiefs will miss the postseason for the first time since 2014.

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Dec 24, 2025

Spurs fans take part in a new postgame “tradition” after a win over the Thunder.

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Dec 24, 2025

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has thrown for 40 touchdowns against only five interceptions this season.

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A general view of Testudo the Terrapin. the Maryland Terrapins mascot in the Mark L. Butler tunnel before the game against the Towson Tigers at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (27) rushes the ball against the New York Giants during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Vikings' Jordan Mason a 'longshot' to play on Christmas Day against Lions

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Dec 23, 2025

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer (12) practices before the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Brosmer focused on playing ‘slow’ ahead of second career start Thursday

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Dec 23, 2025

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones Sr. (33) runs the ball during a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, Dec 21, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

Jordan Mason to Miss Week 17, Aaron Jones Elevates Fantasy Football Ranking

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Dec 23, 2025

J.J. McCarthy will not be playing on Christmas this year.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy to Miss Christmas Day Matchup vs. Lions With Hand Fracture

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Dec 23, 2025

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) reacts during a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, Dec 21, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

J.J. McCarthy will not play Thursday against Detroit, has hairline fracture in hand

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Dec 23, 2025

Oct 19, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddie Pineiro (18) after the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Eddy Pineiro and 2 Other Must-Start Kickers in Week 17 Fantasy Football

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Dec 23, 2025

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches the ball while warming up before a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, Dec 21, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

The Vikings revisit a Pro Bowl rarity last seen in 2014 and 1983

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Dec 23, 2025

Cincinnati Bengals place kicker Evan McPherson (2) celebrates a field goal in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 11 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. The Bengals lost 34-12.

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