Arizona Cardinals

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland should be left on waivers in all fantasy leagues ahead of Sunday's game against the New York Jets. The rookie has looked miserable this season, converting just 15 of 24 field goals (62.5 percent). His accuracy has been poor and will likely only get worse with snow, rain, and wind making its way into New England. With a bad track record and unfavorable elements working against him, Ryland remains off the fantasy radar for Week 18.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones (knee/hamstring) faces the Tennessee Titans and their leaky secondary in Week 18. The veteran wideout hasn't played the last two weeks as he continues to nurse multiple injuries, but he was able to log limited practices this week. The Titans are a great matchup for opposing wide receivers, but with the nagging injuries and possibility of C.J. Beathard starting another game, Jones makes for a riskier flex option in Week 18. It's worth noting that Lawrence loves throwing to Jones when he's on the field, so if the QB1 is able to go, Jones becomes a much more intriguing flex play in the last week of the regular season

As the regular season concludes with Week 18, fantasy managers can confidently rely on Arizona Cardinals kicker Matt Prater. In the recent victory against the Eagles, Prater showcased his consistency by converting 2-of-2 field goals and 3-of-3 extra points. Impressively, he has not missed a kick in his last four games and has only four total misses on the year, solidifying his status as one of the most reliable kickers in the league. Prater's performance against the Eagles, including successful attempts from 28 and 34 yards, underlines his ability to contribute fantasy points regularly despite Arizona's offensive inconsistencies. As the Cardinals gear up for the final game of the year, fantasy managers should feel comfortable starting Prater, knowing they have a dependable kicker to round out their lineups.

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride is set for a crucial Week 18 showdown against the Seattle Seahawks, and fantasy managers should consider starting him. Despite a slight dip in production in recent weeks, McBride remains a top option at a thin fantasy position. In the last game against the Eagles, he caught six of seven targets for 48 yards, showcasing his consistent involvement in the passing game. Notably since Week 10, McBride has been a volume monster, ranking first in target share (25.2%) among tight ends. Additionally, with quarterback Kyler Murray under center, McBride has displayed elite volume and usage stats, making him a reliable fantasy asset. As the Cardinals face Seattle to close out the year, McBride's strong finish to the season seems imminent, and he can be started with confidence in Week 18.

Arizona Cardinals receiver Michael Wilson's Week 17 performance, amassing four receptions for 35 yards and a touchdown, provided a glimmer of hope after a recent dry spell. However, with his failing to record a catch on his last seven targets over the last two games, Wilson's 5.8 yards per target efficiency is a concern. Even though The 23-year-old's ability to find the end zone adds a silver lining, a matchup against the Seahawks poses a few challenges. With Wilson still getting reacclimated in the offense from a neck injury that sidelined him in Weeks 11-13, the lack of synergy with quarterback Kyler Murray in the past two games also raises questions about his consistency. Fantasy managers should exercise caution and sit Wilson in Week 18, prioritizing more reliable options as the Cardinals close out the season against Seattle.