Fantasy Football WR Rankings Week 17 for PPR Leagues (2024)
We’ve arrived at championship week and our Week 17 fantasy football WR rankings and tiers are here to help you take home a title. Whether you’re managing a redraft team or navigating the complexities of a dynasty league, finding the right wide receivers to start is key to building a winning lineup.
In this article, we break down the top wide receivers into tiers, helping you make informed decisions for your Week 17 matchups. From elite WR1s to under-the-radar sleepers, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in!
Fantasy Football WR PPR Rankings Week 17
Looking back to Week 16’s semifinal performances, we saw an NFC North takeover with Justin Jefferson, Keenan Allen, and Jameson Williams finish top five at the position. Week 15 also provided another monster performance from rookie Brian Thomas Jr., who has a chance to finish as a top 5 WR on the season.
This week my top 24 fantasy football rankings and tiers for WRs in Week 17 are updated with all of the current news and performances accounted for. Every week, I’ll separate them into tiers along with one “Start of the Week.”
Wide receiver performances can make or break your fantasy football lineup. Our fantasy football WR rankings break down the top options by highlighting elite starters, solid plays, and potential sleepers. Additionally, the tiers can help you make the crucial start or sit decisions. Whether you’re facing a tough matchup or looking to capitalize on a favorable one, these rankings will guide you in making the best decision for your lineup. Let’s get right into it.
Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Tier 1
1. Ja’Marr Chase vs. DEN
2. Justin Jefferson vs. GB
3. Amon-Ra St. Brown at SF
4. Puka Nacua vs. ARI
Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Tier 2
5. Mike Evans vs. CAR
6. Nico Collins vs. BAL
7. A.J. Brown vs. DAL
8. CeeDee Lamb at PHI
9. Davante Adams at BUF
Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Tier 3
10. Jaxon Smith-Njigba at CHI
11. Brian Thomas Jr. vs. TEN
12. Terry McLaurin vs. ATL
13. Tee Higgins vs. DEN
14. Courtland Sutton at CIN
15. Tyreek Hill at CLE
Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Tier 4
16. Drake London at WAS
17. Malik Nabers vs. IND
18. Ladd McConkey at NE
19. Cooper Kupp vs. ARI
Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Tier 5
20. Jauan Jennings vs. DET
21. Zay Flowers at HOU
22. Garrett Wilson at BUF
23. Jordan Addison vs. GB
24. D.J. Moore vs. SEA
Week 17 Fantasy Football WR Rankings: Start of the Week
Jameson Williams at San Francisco 49ers
Coming off a massive performance that saw him finish as a top 5 WR, Jameson Williams looks to keep his momentum going in Week 17. The former first-rounder has five or more targets in each of his past seven games since returning from a suspension earlier in the season. Williams has emerged as the secondary receiving threat in this explosive Detroit Lions offense, ranking second on the team in targets, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns.
The Lions face off against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night. Notably, this matchup has the highest over/under on the week according to DraftKings. Furthermore, the 49ers have been stout against wide receivers this season, ranking top 10 against the position. Despite that, this explosive offense and injured Lions defense should keep the game high-scoring and give Williams plenty of opportunities for big plays.
The Alabama product ranks as just outside of the top 24 WRs in my Week 17 rankings and tiers. However, he should be a consideration for any lineups given his upside. Williams is my start of the week with the shootout potential of this matchup. His explosive upside and steady targets in the league’s top-scoring offense are what you want in your fantasy football championship.
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