"First, analytics writer Seth Walder breaks down three stat trends that could be pivotal this weekend. Then, fantasy writer Eric Moody highlights five players who are rostered in less than 50% of ESPN leagues as of Saturday and could be started in a jam. That's followed by NFL analyst Ben Solak's three potential surprises, NFL analyst Matt Bowen's key matchup to watch and sports betting analyst Pamela Maldonado's favorite bet for Week 15."
"Could crossing routes be the key for the Chargers to find success against the Chiefs? Kansas City's pass defense has been solid in 2025, ranking 14th in success rate allowed (44%) and EPA allowed per play (0.15) on dropbacks. But crossing routes against them cause those numbers to skyrocket to 63% (fourth worst) and 0.51 (second worst), respectively. Chiefs opponents are averaging 2.9 receiving yards per play on crossing routes, second most."
Three statistical trends could determine Week 15 outcomes, including the Chiefs' vulnerability to crossing routes and the Chargers' Ladd McConkey as a potential beneficiary. Five fantasy players rostered in fewer than 50% of leagues could be viable starts in emergency situations. Three potential surprises, a key matchup and a favored Week 15 bet stand out for late-week planning. Questions focus on Ravens tight ends against the Bengals, two Commanders players with fantasy upside, upset potential in Bears-Browns, how Drake Maye can attack the Bills, a Colts-Seahawks betting angle, and the nature of Jalen Hurts' current slump.
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