Fantasy Football Week 16 Sleepers: Christian Watson returns in time to be a semifinal difference-maker

Dec 19, 2025 at 8:34 pm ET • 1 min read

It appears like Christian Watson (chest) will play Saturday at Chicago, and that’s great news for the Packers and Fantasy managers. He’s worth using as a No. 2 Fantasy receiver in the majority of leagues.

Watson was injured in Week 15 at Denver, but he was able to practice on a limited basis this week. Hopefully, he’ll pick up where he left off prior to facing the Broncos.

Watson scored at least 18.3 PPR points in three of his previous four games prior to Week 15, including Week 14 against the Bears. In that game, Watson had four catches for 89 yards and two touchdowns on four targets.

Chicago is No. 6 in most Fantasy points allowed to opposing receivers, and 13 receivers have scored at least 13.6 PPR points against the Bears this season. And Watson has scored at least 19 PPR points in each of his past three healthy games against Chicago.

Watson playing is a boost for Jordan Lovewho is worth using as a low-end starter in the majority of leagues. But Watson limits the upside for Jayden ReedRomeo Doubsand Matthew Golden. Of those receivers, the only one worth consideration is Reed as a low-end starter in three-receiver leagues.

This should be a fun game between the Bears and Packers with huge playoff implications in the NFC North. And Watson being active is a big help for Green Bay — and Fantasy managers in the semifinals of their playoffs.