We get our final Monday night double-header this week, with both games having something of an impact on the playoff race. I’ll preview the games below, but first it’s time to consider what we learned from the rest of Week 15.

The Chiefs should be concerned

Prior to Week 15, Patrick Mahomes expressed concern about a brutal 11-day stretch that sees the Chiefs play three games. During the first—and arguably easiest—of those matchups, the franchise quarterback suffered an ankle injury. The Chiefs won 21-7, which is the good news. But Mahomes is dealing with an injury, leaving his status unknown. That’s the bad news. The Chiefs face the Texans Saturday then turn around and face the Steelers on Christmas Day. That’s a crucial pair of games that the Chiefs might be facing without their star quarterback.

The AFC North Race is on

The Steelers entered Sunday with a two-game lead. Now, they are up a game with two games in the next 10 days, including a re-match with the Ravens. That puts the pressure on them as this crucial stretch begins. The Ravens hung 35 points on the Giants in a win while the Steelers—in the teeth of their schedule—fell to the red-hot Eagles in Philadelphia. The Steelers face the Ravens on Saturday then tangle with the Chiefs on Christmas Day. A loss in one or both games could leave them chasing the division title instead of the No. 2 seed. The Ravens, meanwhile, have their eyes on redemption, facing the Steelers Saturday before seeing the Texans on Christmas Day and hoping to regain the lead in the AFC North. It’s going to be an exciting 10 days.

The Buccaneers made a statement

The Buccaneers seemed on the outside looking in a few weeks ago. Now, on the heels of a four-game winning streak, they’re on the verge of taking the NFC South again and earning a return to the post-season. Baker Mayfield was in control as the Buccaneers posted an impressive road win against the Chargers, moving to 8-6 on the season. If the Falcons fall tonight, it could open up a two-game lead in the division with just three games left to play.

And now, on to the Monday night games.

Chicago Bears (4-9) at Minnesota Vikings (11-2)

This is a big divisional matchup and the better of the two Monday night games. The Bears are reeling, coming off a blowout loss in their first week after firing Coach Matt Eberflus. The Vikings, meanwhile, have been quietly one of the hottest teams in the league and have a huge chance to tie the Lions, who lost Sunday to Buffalo.

For the Bears, D’Andre Swift is questionable with a groin injury. He’s a dangerous play but is probably a flex option. Caleb Williams has been inconsistent and is a low-end QB2 for me. In the passing game, I like the Bears’ receivers but it’s hard to trust. D.J. Moore remains a WR2 option for me, while both Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze are WR4/Flex options. One could have a big game, but it’s hard to predict. I’m staying away from tight end Cole Kmet.

For the Vikings, Sam Darnold is a borderline QB1 option. He’s been hot of late. Aaron Jones is a solid RB2 with some upside, while Justin Jefferson is a WR1 option. Jordan Addison has also been hot. He’s a WR3 with upside for me, while T.J. Hockenson is a low-end TE1 option. I don’t think all three will be great for fantasy, but it’s hard to justify sitting any of them.

I’m taking the Vikings here.

Atlanta Falcons (6-7) at Las Vegas Raiders (2-11)

The Falcons once sat at 6-3 with a commanding lead in the NFC South. They’ve lost four straight and now find themselves chasing the Buccaneers and trying to breathe life back into the passing offense. The Raiders, meanwhile, are in the midst of a brutal and lost season. But can they play the role of spoiler?

For the Falcons, Kirk Cousins is a low-end QB2. He’s been awful of late, but there is potential here. Bijan Robinson, meanwhile, has carried the offense. He’s an RB1. In the passing game, I like Drake London and Darnell Mooney as WR2s, while Ray-Ray McCloud has been a WR3/Flex option. The biggest question is Kyle Pitts. He has TE1 talent, but he’s been MIA of late. He’s a TE2 that is hard to trust.

For the Raiders, Aidan O’Connell is injured, meaning Desmond Ridder will start against his former team. I wouldn’t play him Monday. In the backfield, Sincere McCormick has earned the lead role and is a flex option. In the passing game, Brock Bowers is a TE1 and the best start from the Raiders. Jakobi Myers is a flex play for me.

I’m taking the Falcons to get back on track.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.