The Detroit Lions will host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 16. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Amon-Ra St. Brown.
Is Brown Playing in Week 16?
Brown is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Lions’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Brown in Week 16?
Amon-Ra St. Brown has earned at least 28% of Jared Goff’s targets in 11 of his 13 healthy games this season with Sunday in Los Angeles easily being the highest of the season (48.6%).
He had nine catches on 20 first half routes and was unguardable for all 60 minutes against a very strong Rams defense. For the game, he had three catches deep down field and four less than five yards. In the slot, out wide, short of the chains or well past it: St. Brown’s case to be considered a Tier 1 receiver for 2026 got a significant boost over the weekend.
At 26 years old, he already has a resume that includes four 1,100-yard seasons and three straight years with double digit TD receptions. The Lions need a lot of help to qualify for the postseason, but you won’t find me betting against St. Brown in any capacity when playing at home with Jared Goff under center.
He’s a Tier 1 receiver this week, the rest of this season, and is a strong first round pick next year. He’s evolving faster as a receiver as coverages are around him: more of the same should be expected in 2026.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Brown’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 16
Brown is projected to score 19.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Brown to have 8 receptions for 84 yards and 0.6 touchdowns. Brown could also add 3 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 16 Weather Impact: Steelers at Lions
Since the Lions play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 16 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
