Welcome to the 2025 Fantasy Football WR vs. CB Matchup Report for Week 13—your go-to guide for breaking down the wide receiver and cornerback battles that could decide your playoff push. Eight teams have already taken the field during the Thanksgiving slate, but there are plenty more matchups left to analyze as we head into the weekend. With fantasy-relevant WRs still in play and the stakes rising, every lineup decision matters. This report highlights receivers positioned for success, corners ready to lock things down, and recent trends to help you make informed calls. Plus, I’ll share where these players stack up in my Week 13 WR rankings so you can see how these matchups translate into fantasy value. Let’s dive in and finish the week strong.  

   
Left WR vs Right CB
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Xavier WeaverARI0.9 / 1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Jamel DeanTBModerate
Marvin Harrison was a limited participant in practice all week and is listed as questionable going into the weekend. You’ll have to monitor his status going into Sunday, but you should be staying away from Xavier Weaver regardless of Harrison’s status after finishing with just one reception for nine yards on three targets last week.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Dylan DrummondATL1.6 / 3.3
CornerbackOppMatchup
Brandon StephensNYJModerate
With Drake London expected to miss a second straight game, Dylan Drummond has a chance to improve on the season-high 27% snap percentage that he saw last week. However, fantasy managers should avoid Drummond in all formats this week after finishing with three receptions for just 18 yards on three targets.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Gabe DavisBUF5.1 / 4.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
James PierrePITRisky
Gabe Davis played a season high 55% of snaps in Week 12 but finished with just one reception for 22 yards on two targets. Davis has now been active for the Bills' last two games while Keon Coleman continues to miss time but should not be in consideration for fantasy managers. Khalil Shakir and TE Dalton Kincaid are the only two Bills pass catchers I’m considering playing in Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Tetairoa McMillanCAR14.2 / 11.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Emmanuel ForbesLARModerate
The Panthers' passing offense came crashing back down to Earth in Week 12 after a big game the previous week and Tetairoa McMillan finished with just two receptions for 35 yards, but saved his day with a touchdown. T-Mac was still targeted seven times and has been targeted seven or more times in four out of the last five games. McMillan remains a must-start despite the tough matchup and is a top-15 WR for me in Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jerry JeudyCLE7 / 5.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Renardo GreenSFSafe
The QB change to rookie Shedeur Sanders didn’t do much for Jerry Jeudy’s fantasy value, who finished with just one reception for 39 yards on three targets. Jeudy now has under 40 receiving yards in four of his last five games and should continue to be avoided by fantasy managers. I’ve got Jeudy outside of my top-50 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Courtland SuttonDEN12.6 / 10.6
CornerbackOppMatchup
Mike SainristilWASSafe
Courtland Sutton was struggling heading into the Broncos Week 12 bye, with four receptions or less and less than 70 yards in each of the last four games. He’s currently second on the Broncos with an 18.3% target share but is coming out of the bye in a great spot to get back on track against a very vulnerable Washington Commanders secondary. I’ve got Sutton just inside my top-24 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Nico CollinsHOU15.4 / 12.7
CornerbackOppMatchup
Sauce GardnerINDRisky
Nico Collins struggled in Week 12 finishing with just three receptions for 55 yards on three targets. This was the lowest number of targets that Nico has seen all year, and the first time he’s had less than seven receptions since Week 7. Starting QB C.J. Stroud is expected to make his return this week, which will hopefully help Nico get back on track. He’s likely going to see plenty of Sauce Gardner this week, but I’ve still got Collins as a top-12 WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Alec PierceIND11 / 9.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Kamari LassiterHOURisky
Alec Pierce struggled in Week 12 with just one reception for 26 yards on two targets after having 69+ receiving yards in four straight games. The struggles were somewhat expected given the tough matchup against the Chiefs, and things won’t get any easier this week against the Houston Texans who have been just as tough on WRs. I’ve got Pierce just inside my top-40 WRs for Week 13, but I’m not expecting a big game if I’m starting Pierce this week.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Brian ThomasJAC10.7 / 8.8
CornerbackOppMatchup
Darrell BakerTENSafe
Brian Thomas is set to make his return to action in Week 13 after missing the last three games with an ankle injury. BTJ was already struggling prior to his injury and the competition for targets has gotten even more crowded with his team going out and trading for Jakobi Meyers and with TE Brenton Strange also getting healthy. He’s the riskiest of the three Jaguars' WRs this week, but I’ve got Thomas ranked the highest just inside my top-35 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Tre TuckerLV11.9 / 10
CornerbackOppMatchup
Donte JacksonLACRisky
Tre Tucker once again led Raiders WRs with 10 targets but finished with just three receptions for 28 yards and now has just seven receptions over the last two weeks despite being targeted 18 times. Tucker is in flex consideration due to the target volume, but he carries a low floor especially in a difficult matchup like the one he has this week against the Chargers secondary. I’ve got Tucker just outside of my top-40 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Quentin JohnstonLAC12.3 / 11.5
CornerbackOppMatchup
Darien PorterLVModerate
Quentin Johnston was held without a catch on three targets in the Chargers' Week 11 matchup against the Jaguars prior to his Week 12 bye. That makes two of his last four games without a reception and he’s turned into much more of a boom-or-bust option compared to what we saw to start the season. He still offers a skill set that the other full-time Chargers' WRs do not possess, but the floor is also extremely low. I’ve got QJ just outside of my top-40 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Davante AdamsLAR16.9 / 14.7
CornerbackOppMatchup
Akayleb EvansCARSafe
The Los Angeles Rams' WRs remain about as straight-forward as they come. You play Davante Adams and Puka Nacua every week regardless of matchup, and don’t worry about playing anyone else. Just to add fuel to the fire, starting Panthers CB Jaycee Horn is expected to miss the game due to a concussion, so it’s just more ammo for the Rams WR that has nine touchdowns over his last five games. I’ve got Adams as a top-10 WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jaylen WaddleMIA14.1 / 11.8
CornerbackOppMatchup
Quincy RileyNOSafe
Jaylen Waddle has shined as the Dolphins WR1 with six or more targets and 50+ receiving yards in each of the last four games prior to the Dolphins' Week 12 bye. Waddle remains a must-start on a weekly basis and is a top-10 WR for me in Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Justin JeffersonMIN14.4 / 11.6
CornerbackOppMatchup
Riq WoolenSEARisky
The struggles continued for Justin Jefferson in Week 12, with four receptions for 48 yards on six targets and has had less than 65 receiving yards in four straight games. It’ll be backup QB Max Brosmer delivering the passes this week with J.J. McCarthy expected to miss due to a concussion, but I’m not sure it can get much worse given how poorly McCarthy was playing prior to the injury. I’ve still got Jefferson inside my top-20 WRs this week, but it’s obviously risky playing with a backup QB in a brutal matchup.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Kayshon BoutteNE10.3 / 9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Cordale FlottNYGModerate
It was an ugly day for Patriots' WRs across the board which was evident given the fact three different WRs were tied for the lead with just two receptions in Week 12. Kayshon Boutte caught each of his targets for just 15 yards in his first game back after missing the previous two games due to injury. Boutte was back to a full-time role playing 80% of snaps, but remains a boom-or-bust option. I’ve got Boutte just outside of my top-50 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Mason TiptonNO0.6 / 1.2
CornerbackOppMatchup
JuJu BrentsMIAModerate
Mason Tipton played a season-high 70% of snaps after the Saints chose to move on from Brandin Cooks, but finished with just three receptions for 22 yards on four targets. Tipton should be avoided in all formats.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Darius SlaytonNYG6.6 / 5.2
CornerbackOppMatchup
Christian GonzalezNERisky
Darius Slayton finished Week 12 with just one reception for 23 yards on two targets and has been limited by a hamstring injury in practice this week. Slayton’s status will need to be monitored heading into the weekend, but he should be avoided by fantasy managers if he ends up being active. I’ve got Slayton outside of my top-60 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Adonai MitchellNYJ3.1 / 2.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Mike HughesATLModerate
Adonai Mitchell was tied for the team-lead with seven targets in Week 12 but finished with just two receptions for 42 yards. Mitchell has now had 13 targets over the last two weeks, but has not been able to capitalize on the increase in volume since changing teams at the trade deadline. I’ve got Mitchell just outside of my top-50 WRs and would prefer to keep him out of my fantasy lineup until we see more consistent production to go along with the volume increase.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
DK MetcalfPIT12.7 / 10.8
CornerbackOppMatchup
Christian BenfordBUFModerate
DK Metcalf finished Week 12 with five receptions for 22 yards on eight targets as the Steelers passing offense struggled to get anything going with backup QB Mason Rudolph filling in for the injured Aaron Rodgers. On the bright side, Metcalf has seven or more targets in four of the last five games and hopefully better days are ahead with Rodgers expected to play this week. I’ve got Metcalf as a borderline top-24 WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jaxon Smith-NjigbaSEA25.5 / 21.7
CornerbackOppMatchup
Byron MurphyMINModerate
Just another day at the office for Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who finished with eight receptions for 167 yards and two touchdowns on 10 targets in Week 12 and has had 90+ receiving yards in every game since Week 5. JSN remains a must start, with not much more that needs to be said here. I’ve got JSN as a top-three WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jauan JenningsSF10.4 / 8.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Tyson CampbellCLESafe
Jauan Jennings led 49ers WRs with five receptions for 41 yards and a TD on seven targets in Week 12 and looks like the second option in this passing offense behind TE George Kittle. Jennings has had six or more targets in three straight weeks and has also scored a touchdown in three out of the last four games. I’ve got Jennings inside my top-40 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Emeka EgbukaTB15.5 / 13.3
CornerbackOppMatchup
Max MeltonARIModerate
It was an ugly day for the Buccaneers' passing offense in Week 12 with QB Baker Mayfield leaving with an injury after playing about half of the game and the offense only having a total of 103 passing yards on the day. Emeka Egbuka felt the pain from this, finishing with just 3 receptions for 32 yards despite seeing a team-high 8 targets. With Baker Mayfield on track to play this week despite the injury, I’ve got Egbuka right back inside my top-12 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Elic AyomanorTEN7.3 / 5.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Greg NewsomeJACSafe
Elic Ayomanor missed the Titans' Week 12 matchup due to a hamstring injury and is currently listed as questionable heading into Week 13 after being a limited participant in practice all week. It’s been a struggle for Ayomanor who has not cracked 55 receiving yards since Week 2. Ayomanor will likely be outside of my top-50 WRs for the week if he ends up playing, despite the plus matchup against the Jaguars.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Terry McLaurinWAS9.8 / 8.2
CornerbackOppMatchup
Pat SurtainDENRisky
Terry McLaurin is set to make his return after missing the last three games due to an injury and gets to be welcomed back by Pat Surtain and the suffocating Denver Broncos secondary. It would be tough to trust McLaurin in his first game back even if it was a plus matchup, so fantasy managers should stay away in this difficult matchup. I’ve got McLaurin just outside of my top-45 WRs for Week 13.
   
Right WR vs Left CB
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Michael WilsonARI10.2 / 8.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Zyon McCollumTBSafe
Michael Wilson shined yet again in his second week as the Cardinals WR1, finishing with 10 receptions for 118 yards on 15 targets. That makes back-to-back weeks of 10+ receptions and 115+ receiving yards on 15+ targets, but Wilson’s role could be altered by the potential return of Marvin Harrison. Cardinals OC Drew Petzing has already said that Wilson will continue to be more involved after Harrison returns, but we can’t expect this level of involvement. I’ll have Wilson as a borderline top-15 WR this week if Harrison is out, but he’ll likely be closer to a borderline top 24 WR if Harrison is active.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
David SillsATL1.5 / 2.3
CornerbackOppMatchup
Azareye'h ThomasNYJModerate
David Sills played an expanded role in Week 12 due to the Drake London injury but finished with just two receptions for 16 yards on three targets. He did save his fantasy day with a touchdown for any fantasy manager that might have started him, but he should be avoided this week despite London being inactive for a second straight game. The only Falcons' pass catchers I have any interest in starting for fantasy in Week 13 would be Darnell Mooney and TE Kyle Pitts.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Joshua PalmerBUF5.7 / 4.5
CornerbackOppMatchup
Joey PorterNYJRisky
Joshua Palmer finished with just two receptions for 21 yards on four targets in Week 12 and now has two receptions in back-to-back games after missing the previous three weeks with an injury. Fantasy managers should continue to avoid Palmer until his usage improves.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Xavier LegetteCAR7.4 / 6
CornerbackOppMatchup
Cobie DurantLARRisky
Xavier Legette was targeted five times in Week 12 and finished with three receptions for 22 yards. Legette had a big game in Week 11 but has under 25 receiving yards in four of his last five games. Fantasy managers should avoid playing Legette in the tough matchup in Week 13 against the Rams' secondary.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Cedric TillmanCLE6.6 / 5.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Deommodore LenoirSFModerate
Cedric Tillman finished Week 12 with just one reception for five yards on three targets and has been under 15 receiving yards in two of the last three games after returning from an injury. Tillman should not be trusted by fantasy managers until we see improvements with the offense or his usage.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Troy FranklinDEN12.1 / 9.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Jonathan JonesWASSafe
Heading into the Week 12 bye, Troy Franklin had overtaken Courtland Sutton as the top option in the Broncos' passing offense with eight or more targets in five straight games. Franklin has a 20.4% target share and 23.5% first read percentage on the season, both of which are first among Broncos' pass catchers. He could have a big game out of the bye if the volume continues with a plus matchup against the Commanders on deck. I’ve got Franklin as a borderline top-20 WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jayden HigginsHOU7.3 / 6.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Charvarius WardINDModerate
Rookie Jayden Higgins saw a career-high nine targets in Week 12 which he turned into four receptions for 38 yards and a touchdown. Higgins has now seen seven or more targets in three straight games and has worked himself into a flex worthy player moving forward. The Colts secondary isn’t an easy matchup now that they’re getting healthy, but I’ve got Higgins just inside my top 45 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Michael PittmanIND15.2 / 12.5
CornerbackOppMatchup
Derek StingleyHOURisky
-Michael Pittman led all Colts pass catchers with eight targets last week against Kansas City but finished with five receptions for just 27 yards. Thankfully, Pittman found the end-zone for the first time since Week 8 which saved his fantasy day, but we knew this game would be a struggle given the matchup. Pittman has another difficult matchup on tap this week, but the volume he sees on a weekly basis keeps him in must-start territory. I’ve got Pittman as a borderline top-24 WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jakobi MeyersJAC10.2 / 7.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Jalyn Armour-DavisTENSafe
Jakobi Meyers finished Week 12 with four receptions for 50 yards and a TD on six targets. This was Meyers’ first touchdown of the season, and he now has six targets in back-to-back games as he gets acclimated to his new team. It’s to be determined how Brian Thomas Jr.’s return affects the WR rotation, but you have to think Meyers would continue to be involved given the fact Jacksonville went out and got him at the deadline. I’ve got Meyers just inside my top-40 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Dont'e ThorntonLV1.8 / 1.8
CornerbackOppMatchup
Cam HartLACModerate
Dont’e Thornton Jr. finished with just 1 reception for 14 yards on 2 targets in Week 12 and has just two receptions over the last 3 games. Thornton should continue to be avoided in all formats.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Keenan AllenLAC12.9 / 10.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Eric StokesLVModerate
Keenan Allen’s snap share was trending in the right direction heading into the Chargers Week 12 bye, playing 75% of snaps for the first time since Week 4 in Week 11. Allen finished that game with four receptions for 53 yards on six targets, which was his first time over 50 receiving yards since Week 7. We know that pass catchers other than Ladd McConkey will be productive in this offense, it’s just tough to know who it will be on a weekly basis. I’ve got Allen just outside of my top-35 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Puka NacuaLAR22 / 17.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Mike JacksonCARModerate
Puka Nacua continues to do Puka Nacua things, with seven receptions for 97 yards on 11 targets in Week 12 and eight or more targets in three of his last four games. You’re starting Nacua every week regardless of matchup, and it’s no different things week against Carolina. I’ve got Nacua as a top-three WR for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Nick Westbrook-Ikhine-Ikhine-IkhineMIA1.8 / 1.8
CornerbackOppMatchup
Kool-Aid McKinstryNOSafe
Nick Westbrook-Ikhine-Ikhine-Ikhine was held without a target or reception in the Dolphins' Week 11 game against the Commanders prior to their bye week. Westbrook-Ikhine has still yet to have a game with more than 25 receiving yards on the season and should be avoided in all formats.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Jordan AddisonMIN11.9 / 10.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Josh JobeSEARisky
Jordan Addison was held without a catch on one target in Week 12 and has not had more than three receptions since Week 7. While Addison has probably been in your starting lineup the majority of the season you should take a hard look to see if you have better options this week given the difficult matchup against the Seahawks and the fact that backup QB Max Brosmer will be under center. I’ve got Addison outside of my top-45 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Mack HollinsNE7.4 / 6.6
CornerbackOppMatchup
Korie BlackNYGSafe
Mack Hollins led all Patriots WRs with six targets in Week 12 but finished with just two receptions for 30 yards. Hollins could end up with more spike games throughout the year, but I would advise fantasy managers to keep Hollins out of their lineup moving forward. I’ve got Hollins outside of my top-60 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Devaughn VeleNO2.4 / 3.3
CornerbackOppMatchup
Jack JonesMIAModerate
Devaughn Vele saw a season-high seven targets in Week 12 but finished with just three receptions for 37 yards. The 37 receiving yards was a season-high for Vele as well, but fantasy managers should continue to stay away until he’s more productive with the targets he’s seeing.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Isaiah HodginsNYG11.5 / 9.7
CornerbackOppMatchup
Carlton DavisNEModerate
Isaiah Hodgins was targeted six times in Week 12 and finished with two receptions for 42 yards and a touchdown. Hodgins has now been targeted six times in back-to-back games, but Wan’Dale Robinson is the only Giants receiver I’m comfortable trusting at this time. I’ve got Hodgins outside of my top-60 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
John MetchieNYJ3.8 / 4.5
CornerbackOppMatchup
A.J. TerrellATLRisky
John Metchie was the most productive Jets pass catcher once again in Week 12, finishing with six receptions for 65 yards on seven targets. Metchie has also now caught a touchdown in back-to-back weeks and has been more productive than teammate Adonai Mitchell despite seeing similar target numbers over the last couple of weeks. I’ve got Metchie just inside my top-55 WRs as the only Jets' receiver you should be considering starting this week.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Roman WilsonPIT3.6 / 4.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Tre'Davious WhiteBUFRisky
Roman Wilson was held without a catch in Week 12 despite being targeted three times and has not had more than two receptions in a game since Week 8. Fantasy managers should continue to avoid Wilson in all formats.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Rashid ShaheedSEA9.8 / 7.7
CornerbackOppMatchup
Isaiah RodgersMINModerate
Rashid Shaheed was held without a catch in Week 12 on two targets and remains a boom-bust player on a weekly basis. I’ve got Shaheed outside of my top-60 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Ricky PearsallSF10.4 / 8.4
CornerbackOppMatchup
Denzel WardCLEModerate
Ricky Pearsall finished Week 12 with two receptions for just six yards on four targets. Pearsall has played 75%+ of snaps in each of his two games since returning from injury but has just three receptions for six yards in those two games. You have to think he eventually becomes more involved than this, but Jauan Jennings and TE George Kittle looks like the clear top two pass catchers for San Francisco. I’ve got Pearsall outside of my top-50 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Tez JohnsonTB8.3 / 7.1
CornerbackOppMatchup
Denzel BurkeARIModerate
Tez Johnson finished Week 12 with three receptions for 21 yards on four targets but saved his day with a touchdown. This is something Johnson has been good at doing, with five touchdowns over the last six weeks. Johnson has been a solid start on the weeks he scores a touchdown and a bust on the weeks he doesn’t, which keeps him as a boom-or-bust flex play. I’ve got Johnson just inside my top-50 WRs for Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Van JeffersonTEN4 / 3.9
CornerbackOppMatchup
Montaric BrownJACSafe
Van Jefferson finished with just one reception for 11 yards on one target last week and should be avoided by fantasy managers in Week 13.
Wide ReceiverTeamDK / FD PPG
Robbie ChosenWAS3.4 / 2.6
CornerbackOppMatchup
Riley MossDENRisky
Robbie Chosen hasn’t had more than one reception since Week 8 and should be avoided in all formats.
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