Top NFL Week 12 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Picks
As the 2025 NFL season progresses, savvy fantasy football managers are eyeing potential waiver wire picks for Week 12. This article outlines key players to target across various league sizes and discusses those to avoid.
Quarterback Picks for Week 12
Jacoby Brissett – Arizona Cardinals
Jacoby Brissett, currently rostered in 23.5% of leagues, had a historic performance in Week 11. He threw for 452 yards, completing 47 passes out of 57 attempts, with two touchdowns and two interceptions. Notably, he broke the NFL record for completed passes in a regular-season game.
With his top receiver, Marvin Harrison Jr., sidelined and other receivers injured, Brissett’s appeal in fantasy has grown. He ranks fourth among quarterbacks in fantasy points per game since Week 6, averaging 21.9 points. The Cardinals will face the Jacksonville Jaguars next, a team that has allowed the fifth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season.
Despite a challenging schedule following the Jaguars, Brissett’s matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16 could be profitable, as the Bengals have given up the second-most fantasy points to quarterbacks.
Joe Flacco – Cincinnati Bengals
Joe Flacco, available in 40.8% of leagues, is another potential waiver wire target. Flacco’s recent performance has been marred by a shoulder injury, culminating in a tough game against the Pittsburgh Steelers where he completed 23 of 40 passes for 199 yards, along with one touchdown and an interception.
Flacco has averaged 22.5 fantasy points per game since Week 6, ranking him third among quarterbacks. Despite his challenges, he faces favorable matchups against the New England Patriots and Baltimore Ravens in the coming weeks. However, if the Bengals’ situation with Joe Burrow changes, Flacco could be a crucial player for those in need of quarterback help in fantasy playoffs.
Fantasy Football Strategy: Leagues of Different Sizes
- Jacoby Brissett: Best for 10-12 team leagues.
- Joe Flacco: Suitable for deeper leagues.
As injuries and performance affect quarterback availability, monitoring these waiver wire options can be vital for fantasy success during Week 12 and beyond. Adjusting your roster to capitalize on favorable matchups could lead to a stronger showing in the playoff weeks.
