Tim Tebow, Denver Broncos QB, Emerges In Fantasy NFL Week 17 Risers

For most fantasy owners, Week 16 was the conclusion of their fantasy season.

Those who won will feel good about themselves for the next year while the rest will be scratching their heads, second-guessing every pick and roster decision they made throughout the season.

For others, though, there is still another week to be played.

With the conclusion of the NFL season staring fantasy owners in the face, which players have emerged in the past week?

Jared Cook, Tennessee Titans TE

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SEATTLE - JANUARY 03: Jared Cook #89 of the Tennessee Titans looks on before the game against the Seattle Seahawks on January 3, 2010 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

With Kenny Britt back, Kerry Collins is looking to his tight ends for relief as defenses shift to the improved wide receiver corps.

Cook caught five passes for 96 yards and a touchdown against a good Chiefs defense. Cook should find room to work with against the Colts—it’s just whether or not Collins will continue to feed him.

Last Week’s Rising TE in Week 16

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BALTIMORE, MD - DECEMBER 19: Ed Dickson #83 of the Baltimore Ravens runs in for a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints at M&T Bank Stadium on December 19, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens lead the Saints at the half 21-14. (Photo by Larry Fre

Ed Dickson, BAL: Held without a reception.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 26: Tight end Kellen Winslow #81 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers runs after a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the game at Raymond James Stadium on December 26, 2010 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by J. Meric/Getty Images)

Kellen Winslow, TB: 7 receptions, 98 yards, 2 TD.

Rob Gronkowski, NE: 4 receptions, 54 yards, 2 TD.

Owen Daniels, HOU: 8 receptions, 73 yards, TD.

Jacob Tamme, IND: 7 receptions, 78 yards, TD.

Zach Miller, OAK: 9 receptions, 66 yards, TD.

Jerome Simpson, Cincinnati Bengals WR

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CINCINNATI - DECEMBER 26: Jerome Simpson #89 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers at Paul Brown Stadium on December 26, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Bengals 34-20. (Phot

With Terrell Owens out and Chad Ochocinco all but done already for this season, Carson Palmer had to connect with somebody.

That somebody was Jerome Simpson against the San Diego Chargers.

Simpson caught six passes for 124 yards and two touchdowns.

Last Week’s Rising WRs in Week 16

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ORCHARD PARK, NY - OCTOBER 03: David Nelson #86 of the Buffalo Bills readies to enter the field against the New York Jets at Ralph Wilson Stadium on October 3, 2010 in Orchard Park, New York. The Jets won 38-14. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

David Nelson, BUF: Held without a reception.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 25: Wide receiver Andre Roberts #12 of the Arizona Cardinals runs with the football on a 74 yard touchdown reception against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of the NFL game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on Decem

Andre Roberts, ARI: 5 receptions, 110 yards, TD.

Miles Austin, DAL: 6 receptions, 115 yards, TD.

Johnny Knox, CHI: 4 receptions, 92 yards, 2 TD.

Mario Manningham, NYG: 4 receptions, 132 yards, TD.

Michael Crabtree, SF: 6 receptions, 122 yards, TD.

Correll Buckhalter, Denver Broncos RB

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DENVER - DECEMBER 26: Running back Correll Buckhalter #28 of the Denver Broncos picks up yardage after eluding cornerback Glover Quin #29 of the Houston Texans at INVESCO Field at Mile High on December 26, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated t

With Knowshon Moreno banged-up, somebody had to step in for the Broncos.

Buckhalter was next in line and actually performed admirably. He’s usually good for one or two of those types of games per year. Buckhalter carried the rock 11 times for 42 yards and a touchdown.

He also caught three passes for 50 yards and a touchdown.

Last Week’s Rising RB in Week 16

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 19: Donald Brown #31 of the Indianapolis Colts runs as he is pursued by Tyron Brackenridge #37 of the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 19, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Colts defeated the Jaguars 34-

Donald Brown, IND: 6 carries, 28 yards.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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OAKLAND, CA - DECEMBER 26: Joseph Addai #29 of the Indianapolis Colts runs against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on December 26, 2010 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Joseph Addai, IND: 12 carries, 45 yards, TD, 1 reception, 6 yards.

John Kuhn, GB: 6 carries, 22 yards, 2 TD, 2 receptions, 7 yards, TD.

LeGarrette Blount, TB: 18 carries, 164 yards.

Danny Woodhead, NE: 13 carries, 93 yards, TD, 3 receptions, 32 yards.

Ryan Mathews, SD: 12 carries, 55 yards, TD, 3 receptions, 28 yards.

Tim Tebow, Denver Broncos QB

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DENVER - DECEMBER 26: Quarterback Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos reacts after throwing a first quarter touchdown against the Houston Texans at INVESCO Field at Mile High on December 26, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Texans 24-23

Tebow had another quality game in his second consecutive start.

Tebow was able to tee-off against the dreadful Houston Texans defense. Tebow rushed 10 times for 27 yards and a touchdown.

He also completed 16 of 27 attempted passes (55.2 completion percentage) for 308 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Last Week’s Rising QB in Week 16

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 26: Quarterback Rex Grossman #8 of the Washington Redskins scrambles for yardage during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on December 26, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty

Rex Grossman, WAS: 19-for-39 (48.7 completion percentage), 182 yards, TD, INT.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 26: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears looks for a receiver as David Harris #52 of the New York Jets rushes at Soldier Field on December 26, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Jets 38-34. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Get

Jay Cutler, CHI: 13-for-25 (52.0 completion percentage), 215 yards, 3 TD, INT.

Matt Cassel, KC: 24-for-34 (70.6 completion percentage), 314 yards, 3 TD.

Josh Freeman, TB: 21-for-26 (80.8 completion percentage), 237 yards, 5 TD.

Carson Palmer, CIN: 16-for-21 (76.2 completion percentage), 269 yards, 4 TD.

Stephen McGee, DAL: 11-for-17 (64.7 completion percentage), 111 yards, TD.