A.J. Brown, the Philadelphia Eagles' standout wide receiver, has been a pivotal player in the NFL despite facing challenges this season, including a hamstring injury that sidelined him for three games. Currently ranked as the WR14, he has maintained an impressive average of 14.1 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. In his recent appearance, even without quarterback Jalen Hurts, Brown managed to secure three receptions for 36 yards and a touchdown, contributing 11.1 fantasy points to his team.

As the Eagles have clinched the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs following a decisive victory over the Dallas Cowboys, the decision to rest Brown in the upcoming Week 18 matchup against the New York Giants has been confirmed. With the game holding little significance for Philadelphia, Brown expressed his intention to take this opportunity to heal and prepare for the playoffs. This development poses a dilemma for fantasy football players who will need to seek out alternatives for Brown in their lineups.

For those scrambling for replacements, Parker Washington emerges as a viable option. Currently rostered in only 3% of Yahoo leagues, Washington has shown promise, averaging 9.9 half-point PPR points since the Jaguars' Week 12 bye. His recent performance against the Tennessee Titans, where he caught three passes for 31 yards and a touchdown, solidifies his potential for the upcoming week. Facing an Indianapolis Colts defense that has struggled recently, Washington could provide a much-needed boost for fantasy teams looking to fill the void left by Brown.