The Eagles get a prime opportunity to get right this week against a Raiders team that’s limping toward the finish line. Philadelphia is firmly in must-win mode, while Vegas has struggled to slow down elite offenses. For fantasy managers, this one has all the makings of a stat-padding afternoon in midnight green.
Let’s break it down.
Eagles Starts
QB Jalen Hurts – Eagles
Hurts looked completely out of rhythm last week, missing throws and failing to lift the offense when they needed it most. Expect a sharp rebound here. The Raiders haven’t shown they can consistently pressure the quarterback or contain mobile passers, which sets up perfectly for a classic Hurts bounce-back. Rushing upside plus multiple passing scores are firmly on the table.
Fantasy outlook: Top-5 QB this week.
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RB Saquon Barkley – Eagles
This is the kind of matchup fantasy managers dream of in playoff season. The Raiders’ defense has worn down as the year has gone on, and Barkley’s volume and explosiveness make him a nightmare in space. Whether it’s chunk runs or damage in the passing game, Barkley should eat.
Fantasy outlook: Locked-in RB1 with touchdown upside.
WR A.J. Brown – Eagles
Brown’s production has trended back up, and the eye test says he’s once again the focal point of the passing attack. Vegas lacks the personnel to consistently match up with him on the outside. If Hurts is right, Brown is in line for another big afternoon.
Fantasy outlook: WR1, no hesitation.
WR DeVonta Smith – Eagles
While Brown commands attention, Smith benefits from it. He’s the perfect secondary option in this matchup and should find space against single coverage. A line in the range of 75 yards and a score feels very realistic.
Fantasy outlook: Strong WR2 with upside.
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TE Brock Bowers – Raiders
Even in a struggling Raiders offense, Bowers continues to deliver. He’s been remarkably consistent for a rookie and found the end zone last week. Philadelphia can be vulnerable over the middle, and Bowers remains the safest bet in Vegas’ passing game.
Fantasy outlook: Must-start tight end.
Raiders Sits
TE Dallas Goedert – Eagles
This is more about usage than talent. The Eagles’ offense is flowing through Hurts, Barkley, Brown, and Smith right now, leaving Goedert as the odd man out. Unless game script goes sideways, his target volume is too risky for playoff lineups.
Fantasy outlook: TE2 at best this week.
RB Ashton Jeanty
Talent isn’t the issue, it’s risk. With playoff matchups on the line, trusting an uncertain role or volatile situation is dangerous. This week isn’t the spot to roll the dice.
Fantasy outlook: Bench him this week.
Raiders Defense
Going on the road against a desperate Eagles team is a recipe for fantasy disaster. Hurts and company should control the tempo and put points up early.
Fantasy outlook: Avoid at all costs.
Final Take
This matchup screams Eagles dominance, and fantasy managers should lean heavily into Philadelphia’s stars. Hurts, Barkley, Brown, and Smith are all positioned to deliver when it matters most, while the Raiders offer only one trustworthy fantasy option in Brock Bowers.
Play your studs and let the points pile up.
