Quick Summary: These Week 13 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers highlight the safest fantasy plays and strongest matchup advantages as you finalize lineups before the playoff push.
Updated: Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 8:45 AM EST
Welcome back to the Week 13 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers Start/Sit guide. With only two weeks left before the fantasy playoffs, every lineup decision carries playoff-level consequences. This week features a full NFL slate, fresh usage trends from Thanksgiving, and several major injury shakeups that push new names into starting territory while sending others firmly to the bench.
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Week 13 Fantasy Football QB Rankings and Tiers
Tier 1 | Elite Starters for Week 13
Drake Maye | New England Patriots
I’m doubling down on Drake Maye and his ability to put up huge fantasy numbers. He draws a juicy home matchup against a defense allowing the third-most points to opposing QBs. A duel with Jaxson Dart should force volume, giving Maye one of Week 13’s highest ceilings.
Jalen Hurts | Philadelphia Eagles
One of fantasy’s safest plays, Jalen Hurts is the QB2 since Week 3 and now gets a defense ranked eighth in points allowed to QBs. His rushing floor and red-zone dominance keep him locked into elite status.
Tier 2 | High-End Week 13 Quarterback Plays
Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills
Houston’s defense made Josh Allen look human, but the Pittsburgh Steelers are far more forgiving. Allen is capable of a multi-touchdown eruption any week, making him a top-tier start despite recent struggles.
Jaxson Dart | New York Giants
Before exiting in week 10, Jaxson Dart was the QB2 overall since becoming the starter. Even with a difficult matchup against the New England Patriots, his dual-threat skill set gives him a reliable floor and real ceiling.
Tier 3 | Week 13 Strong QB1 With Manageable Risk
Caleb Williams | Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams has been the QB3 over the last four weeks, and now gets a Friday night spotlight matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, a defense that just gave up a big outing to Dak Prescott. Williams remains a high-upside start.
Jacoby Brissett | Arizona Cardinals
Since Week 6, Jacoby Brissett has quietly been the QB4 in fantasy. Tampa Bay Buccaneers have allowed the fifth-most points to QBs, making Brissett a strong Week 13 option.
Complete Week 13 QB Tiers 4-7 Here
Tier 4 | Matchup-Driven QB1/High-End QB2 Options
Bo Nix | Denver Broncos
Fresh off the bye, Bo Nix faces the Washington Commanders, the sixth-easiest defense for opposing QBs. The matchup sets up nicely for a potential QB1 finish.
Tier 5 | Volatile QB2 Starters for Week 13
Daniel Jones | Indianapolis Colts
The Houston Texans have humiliated QBs all year, allowing the fewest points to the position. Daniel Jones still maintains a solid floor, but this matchup caps his ceiling.
Bryce Young | Carolina Panthers
Despite a favorable matchup last week, Bryce Young couldn’t capitalize, and now he draws a tougher Los Angeles Rams defense. Expectations should be modest.
Tier 6 | Week 13 Desperation Superflex Plays
Aaron Rodgers | Pittsburgh Steelers
Averaging just 10 ppg over his last three games, Aaron Rodgers now faces the Buffalo Bills and their sixth-toughest defense versus QBs. A low-end outcome is likely again.
C.J. Stroud | Houston Texans
If C.J. Stroud returns this week, he walks into a matchup with an Indianapolis Colts defense that limits downfield production. His upside is slightly muted, but he remains viable.
Tier 7 | Avoid If Possible in Week 13
Teddy Bridgewater / Max Brosmer | Tampa Bay Buccaneers / Minnesota Vikings
Both players are emergency superflex fills only. Teddy Bridgewater likely starts for an injured Baker Mayfield, and Max Brosmer is expected to step in for J.J. McCarthy.
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Week 13 Fantasy Football RB Rankings & Tiers
Tier 1 | The Difference Makers for Week 13
CMC / Bijan / Achane
1127 rushing yards, 115 receptions, 1,112 receiving yards, and 17 TDs — that’s the season-long pace for Christian McCaffrey, and it’s simply absurd. De’Von Achane, the RB4, has never dropped below an RB2 performance this season and remains one of the safest fantasy assets in the game. Bijan Robinson has just one true dud all year and now gets a Jets defense that has quietly struggled to contain RBs. Fire these three up for a massive advantage.
Tier 2 | Near-Elite, Matchup-Proof-ish Week 13 RB1
Jonathan Taylor | Indianapolis Colts
Having him in Tier 2 is more about Houston’s elite run defense than Jonathan Taylor himself. Week 12 was a frustrating dud, and expectations should be tempered again versus Tennessee.
Saquon Barkley | Philadelphia Eagles
The RB22 since Week 8, Saquon Barkley has looked more like a middling RB2 than the elite workhorse of old. A Friday night matchup against a vulnerable Chicago defense should provide a strong bounce-back opportunity.
Tier 3 | Week 13 Reliable RB1s With Minor Concerns
RJ Harvey | Denver Broncos
Washington gives up the 4th-most points to RBs, providing a legitimate ceiling opportunity for RJ Harvey. Expect the explosive rookie to deliver one of his better games of the season.
Rico Dowdle | Carolina Panthers
Only 10 touches severely limited Rico Dowdle’s production as Carolina fell behind early. The Rams now present a brutal matchup as the toughest defense against fantasy RBs.
Complete Week 13 RB Tiers 4-8 Here
Tier 4 | Volume-Driven RB2s in Week 13
Ashton Jeanty / Quinshon Judkins / Omarion Hampton | Top Rookie Running Backs
The top three RBs from the 2025 class continue flashing big-time talent. Ashton Jeanty and Quinshon Judkins both have secure workloads but face difficult defenses. If Omarion Hampton returns, he regains lead duties behind an injured offensive line; if not, Kimani Vidal remains the workhorse in a plus matchup vs Las Vegas.
Bucky Irving | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
It finally appears Bucky Irving is returning in Week 13, and Arizona is an exploitable run defense (12th-weakest). He may not see a full workload, but he should immediately reclaim lead-back duties, with Sean Tucker sliding into a distant secondary role.
Tier 5 | Week 13 Risk/Reward Running Back Flex Plays
TreVeyon Henderson / Rhamondre Stevenson | New England Patriots
TreVeyon Henderson dominated snaps in Week 12 (43 to 21) and produced a solid line even without scoring. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged under one yard per carry. Both get a favorable matchup against the Giants, who are the second-worst defense vs RBs in fantasy.
Woody Marks | Houston Texans
Since Week 8, Woody Marks has handled 60% of snaps while producing just under 10 ppg. He remains locked into volume, though a strong Colts defense limits his ceiling.
Trey Benson / Alvin Kamara | Arizona Cardinals / New Orleans Saints
Neither practiced Thursday, putting Week 13 in doubt. If Alvin Kamara sits, Devin Neal becomes a Tier 4–5 RB2 option against Miami’s vulnerable run defense. If Trey Benson misses, Bam Knight holds RB3/Flex value.
Kenneth Gainwell | Pittsburgh Steelers
In this RBBC, Kenneth Gainwell remains the preferred passing-down option and continues to deliver RB1 weeks even alongside Jaylen Warren. Both backs have paths to production vs Buffalo’s defense.
Tier 6 | Fragile Floors, Limited Ceiling RB3 Options
Kenneth Walker / Zach Charbonnet | Seattle Seahawks
This split hasn’t yielded strong fantasy results, but Kenneth Walker still offers big-play upside. Zach Charbonnet lacks ceiling. The Vikings are a decent but beatable matchup for RBs.
Tier 7 | TD-Dependent Dart Throw RBs
Dylan Sampson | Cleveland Browns
Rookie Dylan Sampson showed his burst with an RB1 week and now faces a San Francisco defense that has been average against RB production.
Bhayshul Tuten | Jacksonville Jaguars
Bhayshul Tuten has flashed on limited touches, but Travis Etienne still owns the backfield. Without an expanded role, Tuten remains a deep-league dart throw.
Tier 8 | Week 13 Running Back Deep League Dice Roll
JCM / Rodriguez / McNichols | Washington Commanders
It’s still a full-blown three-way committee. Chris Rodriguez Jr. leads the group with 7.5 ppg since Week 8, but none have reliable usage. Avoid if at all possible.
Rachaad White | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Even if Bucky Irving weren’t returning, Rachaad White appears to have lost his grip on the backfield. He hasn’t looked capable of handling a full workload in recent weeks.
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Week 13 Fantasy Football WR Rankings & Tiers
Tier 1 | Elite Week 13 WR1 Score Separators
Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Seattle Seahawks & Puka Nacua | Los Angeles Rams
Both Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Puka Nacua face tough defenses in Minnesota and Carolina, but they continue to offer elite production. They are two of only three WRs averaging 20+ ppg, with strong floors and massive ceilings.
Tier 2 | High-End WR1 Anchors for Week 13
Nico Collins | Houston Texans
After a season-low three targets, Nico Collins should bounce back with C.J. Stroud returning. The Colts’ 8th-worst defense against WRs creates a prime rebound spot.
Emeka Egbuka | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Quarterback volatility limits the ceiling of Emeka Egbuka, but the target share keeps his weekly floor intact.
Ladd McConkey | Los Angeles Chargers
Despite his lowest target count of the year, Ladd McConkey is set up well for a rebound against the Raiders, who rank 7th-worst against WRs.
Tier 3 | Strong Week 13 WR1/2 Options
Chris Olave | New Orleans Saints
Miami’s defense has been the 7th toughest against WRs, but Chris Olave continues to earn reliable volume and opportunities every week.
A.J. Brown & DeVonta Smith | Philadelphia Eagles
Both A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith carry WR1 upside. A projected shootout and a vulnerable defense could allow both to erupt in the same game.
Justin Jefferson | Minnesota Vikings
With erratic quarterback play dragging him down, Justin Jefferson has averaged under 10 ppg across the last three weeks. The talent is undeniable, but the QB play is limiting him.
Complete Week 13 WR Tiers 4-8 Here
Tier 4 | Reliable Volume WR2s for Week 13
D.K. Metcalf | Pittsburgh Steelers
A volatile but high-upside WR2, D.K. Metcalf enters a pass-heavy game environment that boosts his chances for a ceiling week.
Marvin Harrison Jr. | Arizona Cardinals
Even after Michael Wilson‘s strong performance, Marvin Harrison Jr. should reclaim top target status with Jacoby Brissett stabilizing the offense. If MHJ sits, Wilson and Greg Dortch both benefit.
Courtland Sutton & Troy Franklin | Denver Broncos
Troy Franklin has been the WR17 since Week 7, while Courtland Sutton opened the year strong. Washington’s defense offers a path for either, or both, to produce, along with Marvin Mims.
Tier 5 | Boom-Bust Week 13 Upside WR3s
Jakobi Meyers / Brian Thomas Jr. / Parker Washington | Jacksonville Jaguars
This group remains unpredictable weekly, but Jakobi Meyers carries the safest floor, while Brian Thomas Jr. offers the big-play upside. Tennessee allows enough WR points for at least one to deliver.
Ricky Pearsall & Jauan Jennings | San Francisco 49ers
With the offense finally healthy, Ricky Pearsall and Jauan Jennings profile as WR3/Flex plays: low floor, strong upside depending on volume behind Kittle and CMC.
Deebo Samuel & Terry McLaurin | Washington Commanders
The offense continues to sputter under Marcus Mariota, making Deebo Samuel and Terry McLaurin talented but risky starts with lower-than-normal floors.
Tier 6 | Week 13 Volatile Flex Plays
Darnell Mooney | Atlanta Falcons
As the temporary WR1 with Drake London trending out, Darnell Mooney showed big-play potential with 16 points on just 3 catches. The Jets are tough, but the ceiling remains.
Chimere Dike & Elic Ayomanor | Tennessee Titans
Chimere Dike has separated himself and continues to make plays. Jacksonville’s 13th-weakest WR defense offers a path to another strong outing.
Chris Godwin | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Usage is trending up for Chris Godwin, but the potential absence of Baker Mayfield would significantly cap his ceiling.
Quentin Johnston & Keenan Allen | Los Angeles Chargers
With McConkey earning the alpha role, Keenan Allen has become TD dependent while Quentin Johnston remains a volatile boom-bust option.
Tier 7 | Touchdown-Dependent Dart Throws for Week 13
Rashid Shaheed | Seattle Seahawks
Still adjusting to the offense, Rashid Shaheed has yet to earn consistent volume and remains a high-risk start.
Jerry Jeudy | Cleveland Browns
Uncertain QB consistency keeps Jerry Jeudy‘s floor low. He needs at least 7 reliable targets to regain relevance.
Adonai Mitchell & John Metchie | New York Jets
Young WRs getting real volume in a trailing offense. John Metchie flashed with a WR1 finish last week; both remain volatile high-upside options.
Tier 8 | Week 13 Deep-League/ Break-Glass Options
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Week 13 Fantasy Football TE Rankings & Tiers
Tier 1 | The McBride Advantage
Trey McBride | Arizona Cardinals
Already over 100 targets, Trey McBride is a bona fide difference-maker and the clear TE1 in fantasy. His role and floor are unmatched.
Tier 2 | Elite Weekly Differentiators
George Kittle | San Francisco 49ers
Over the last three weeks, George Kittle has looked fully revived with 25 targets, 229 yards, and 3 TDs. With Brock Purdy returning and the offense getting healthy, Kittle once again profiles as an elite weekly play.
Tyler Warren | Indianapolis Colts
The Texans have limited tight ends all year, making Tyler Warren a bit more volatile this week. Still, he’s locked into targets and offers a safer floor than most mid-tier options.
Juwan Johnson | New Orleans Saints
With Miami allowing the 4th-most TE points, Juwan Johnson stays heavily involved and even carries flex viability in deeper formats.
Tier 3 | Strong, Volatile Starting Tight Ends for Week 13
Hunter Henry | New England Patriots
Coming off a TE1 overall week and his first 100-yard game of the year, Hunter Henry brings a dependable mix of red-zone usage and target volume in a matchup that should produce points.
Dalton Schultz | Houston Texans
The Texans rarely scheme volume for Dalton Schultz, but the offense tends to click when he’s included. Indianapolis ranks bottom-six vs TEs, giving Schultz a solid floor.
Dalton Kincaid | Buffalo Bills
The Bills’ offense functions much better with Dalton Kincaid active. If he plays, he’s a Tier 3 TE with upside; if he sits, Dawson Knox becomes a TD-dependent TE2.
Complete Week 13 TE Tiers 4-6 Here
Tier 4 | Usable TE1/TE2 Options
Cade Otton | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
With only six catches for under 50 scoreless yards over the past two games, Cade Otton shows you his floor. As Chris Godwin ramps up, Otton’s involvement is likely to dip further.
T.J. Hockenson | Minnesota Vikings
Seattle has struggled vs TEs, but T.J. Hockenson still carries risk with inconsistent QB play. He may rack up short PPR-friendly catches, but the ceiling remains limited.
Tier 5 | Deep League Streamers
Harold Fannin Jr. & David Njoku | Cleveland Browns
With Shedeur Sanders still developing, Harold Fannin Jr. and David Njoku should remain part of his early reads and checkdowns. However, offensive inconsistency limits scoring chances and caps both ceilings.
Tier 6 | Emergency Options
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🧠 FAQ | Week 13 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers Start/Sit
Q: Should I start Drake Maye or Jalen Hurts in Week 13?
A: Jalen Hurts offers the safer floor, but Drake Maye has the better matchup. If you need ceiling, lean Maye. If you want stability, start Hurts.
Q: Is Caleb Williams a must start on Friday night against the Eagles?
A: Caleb Williams is playing too well to bench. He has top five upside again even in a tougher matchup.
Q: Can I trust Rico Dowdle as an RB2 in Week 13?
A: Rico Dowdle remains volume dependent. The Rams matchup is difficult, which lowers his ceiling but keeps him flex viable.
Q: Who is the best start between D.K. Metcalf, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Troy Franklin this week?
A: D.K. Metcalf carries the strongest combination of matchup and projected passing volume. Marvin Harrison Jr. is next with Troy Franklin close behind.
Q: Is Trey McBride still an automatic start at tight end in Week 13?
A: Trey McBride is a weekly lock. His volume and floor make him one of the most dependable TEs in fantasy.
Q: Can I flex TreVeyon Henderson or Rhamondre Stevenson on a bad Patriots offense?
A: TreVeyon Henderson is the preferred play due to his snap share and usage. Stevenson is more touchdown dependent and carries more risk.
Q: Who are the safest fantasy football starts for Week 13?
A: The safest Week 13 fantasy starts are the players in the upper tiers of the rankings—Tier 1 and Tier 2 options at QB, RB, WR and TE. These players combine consistent usage with strong matchups and should remain locked into your lineups.
