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Week 16 is where fantasy football championships are decided. For managers who lost a starter to injury, face a brutal matchup, or simply want to squeeze every possible edge out of the waiver wire, quarterback streaming becomes a high-stakes exercise. At this stage of the season, you’re not chasing season-long upside. You’re chasing 18–25 dependable fantasy points, clean decision-making, and game environments that support passing volume.
Fortunately, Week 16 presents several viable last-minute quarterback streamers who may be available in competitive leagues. Some benefit from favorable matchups and a few from quietly trending upward at just the right time.
Below is a breakdown of the quarterbacks who deserve serious consideration as Week 16 streaming options and why they can help you survive and advance.
Baker Mayfield turned in a respectable if unspectacular performance in Thursday night’s 29–28 loss to the Falcons. He completed 19 of 34 passes for 277 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. The box score tells the story of a quarterback who moved the ball effectively but struggled with efficiency and timing. Still, the underlying signs are encouraging heading into Week 16.
Most importantly for fantasy football managers, Mike Evans’ presence immediately raises Mayfield’s ceiling. Evans’ ability to win contested catches and command defensive attention opens up the intermediate passing game and red-zone opportunities. Carolina’s defense has allowed consistent quarterback production this season, too.
Mayfield remains a volume-driven fantasy option, and Tampa Bay’s offense continues to lean on his arm near the goal line. In a divisional matchup that should stay competitive, Mayfield profiles as a strong QB2 with QB1 upside.
Tyler Shough continues to quietly build a resme as a competent fantasy football streamer. In the Saints’ 20–17 win over Carolina, Shough completed 24 of 32 passes for 272 yards and a touchdown. He also added 32 rushing yards on eight carries. That rushing production gives Shough a built-in fantasy floor even when the passing touchdowns don’t pile up.
Shough has now completed nearly 67 percent of his passes across six starts. He owns a respectable 3–3 record in that span. Yes, turnovers have been an issue at times. Still, New Orleans has shown confidence in keeping him under center. That stability matters for fantasy purposes.
The Jets’ defense can generate pressure. However, they’ve also allowed quarterbacks to produce when games stay close. Shough’s mobility and willingness to run make him a solid low-end QB2 and a viable streaming option for managers prioritizing floor over flash.
Caleb Williams continued his upward trend in Week 15. He completed 17 of 28 passes for 242 yards and two touchdowns. Williams also chipped in 13 rushing yards in Chicago’s dominant 31–3 win over Cleveland. Williams has now thrown multiple touchdowns in three of his last four games. He has shown improved comfort and decisiveness in the Bears’ offense.
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