5 best fantasy football pickups to make for Week 15

Let’s break down the five best fantasy football pickups to make for Week 15.

Week 15 of the NFL season included some surprising performances, which had a profound impact in fantasy football leagues.

As of Monday morning, this week’s top-five scorers are Evan Engram, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Jefferson, Jerry Jeudy, and Jerick McKinnon. Jefferson was the lone player, who was started in at least 50 percent of ESPN leagues. Furthermore, Jared Goff and Russell Wilson were top-five fantasy quarterbacks this week, while wide receivers Chris Moore, Zay Jones, D.J. Chark, and Marquise Goodwin all eclipsed 20 fantasy points.

With many intriguing options on the waiver wire, let’s break down the five best fantasy football pickups to make for Week 15. Every played listed in widely available in ESPN leagues.

5. Best fantasy football pickups for Week 15: WR Chris Moore, Houston Texans

Rostered: 2.3%

With Nico Collins and Brandin Cooks out, Moore had a breakout game with 10 receptions for 124 yards against the Dallas Cowboys. To make matters more impressive, the Cowboys’ defense is allowing the third-fewest points per game this season. Moore’s numbers were not simply a product of the increased volume. He was phenomenal on Sunday, as he hauled in contested catches against the tough Cowboys’ defense, including this one-hand grab.

https://twitter.com/HoustonTexans/status/1602010158594334722

Moving forward, Moore’s fantasy value is largely dependent on the availability of Collins and Cooks. If both players are out next week, Moore has proven himself to be a trustworthy fantasy option. He is an excellent target in deeper leagues.