Fantasy Football Week 17: Priority waiver wire pickups for Championship Week

The Dallas Cowboys secured a 26-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with DaRon Bland's forced fumble sealing the win. The Cowboys, led by backup quarterback Cooper Rush, have shown improvement in recent weeks after a slow start to the season. Despite being eliminated from playoff contention, the Cowboys have won four of their last five games. Head coach Mike McCarthy, who was once on the hot seat, has potentially saved his job with the...

Ange Postecoglou confirms Tottenham's plans to bolster their squad in the January transfer window due to injuries and suspensions affecting their performance. Despite recent defeats, Postecoglou praises the effort of his players and looks forward to the return of Rodrigo Bentancur. The manager will spend Christmas alone while his family is in Australia, focusing on preparing for the upcoming matches. Full Article

Manchester United is considering a January move for Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray, with a potential transfer fee of €75 million from Napoli. Bayern Munich is eyeing Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens for a summer transfer, while Atalanta fears interest from Liverpool and Real Madrid in Charles De Ketelaere. Paris Saint-Germain targets Aston Villa's Jhon Durán, AC Milan's Theo Hernández's future is uncertain, and Newcastle United may allow Sandro Tonali to leave for Juventus next summer. Full...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, with a commitment to unbiased reporting and accessibility. Donations enable journalists to report from the ground, ensuring coverage from both perspectives. Despite Tyson Fury's rematch defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, weighing in at a career-heaviest 281lb, former champion Carl Frampton criticized Fury's lack of aggression and suggested his weight may have affected his performance, supported by judges'...

The Green Bay Packers dominated a depleted New Orleans Saints team, securing a 34-0 shutout victory, the first in the NFL this season. Despite being in third place in their division, the Packers are considered top contenders in the NFC and have clinched a playoff berth. Quarterback Jordan Love and running back Josh Jacobs led the offense to a decisive win, showcasing their potential as a serious threat in the playoffs. The Saints struggled without...

Your support helps The Independent cover important stories from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, providing in-depth investigative reporting and documentaries like 'The A Word'. They rely on donations to fund journalists on the ground, ensuring quality journalism remains accessible to all. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has no deadline for contract negotiations, while Mohamed Salah's impressive goal-scoring record and contributions to the team are key to their success this season. Full Article