Fantasy football can be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when it comes to start or sit decisions that can make or break your week. Having the right tools at your disposal can significantly help with these tough choices. Utilizing resources such as the “Who Should I Start?” tool can provide insights from fantasy experts, while syncing your league with the “My Playbook” tool offers customized advice tailored to your specific lineup.
In this week’s analysis, we examine a few standout players and their projected performances, guided by fantasy analysts Pat Fitzmaurice and Derek Brown.
Starting with Kenneth Walker III from the Seattle Seahawks, his performance since Week 4 has been noteworthy. Averaging a 43% snap rate with 39 of 72 rushed carries, he has also managed an average of 14 touches and 77.7 total yards. Despite his struggles to find the end zone—ranking as RB27, RB26, and RB43 in his last three outings—he boasts impressive stats, including being second in explosive run rate. This week against Houston, who has limited rushing yards per game, Walker may shine if he can translate efficiency into touchdowns, potentially achieving RB2 status.
Next, we look at Jordan Mason of the Minnesota Vikings. Since Week 3, he has emerged as a reliable option, ranking as RB16 in points per game and averaging 81.3 total yards. Mason is anticipated to be utilized heavily, especially given Philadelphia’s defensive struggles, allowing significant rushing yards per game and a decent success rate against zone runs. His strong performance metrics suggest he is a solid play this week.
On the other hand, Wan’Dale Robinson from the New York Giants presents a more complicated case. Although he has had two WR1 finishes this season, he has struggled in other matchups, often finishing outside the top 30 at wide receiver. With only a modest 21.8% target share since Week 4 and facing a tough Denver defense that restricts slot receiver productivity, it might be wise to sit Robinson this week.
For those looking to improve their fantasy experience, an array of tools are available, including a Start/Sit Assistant that helps optimize lineups based on consensus projections and a Waiver Wire Assistant to identify available players who can enhance your team’s performance.
As the fantasy football season continues, staying informed and making strategic choices will be crucial to achieving success and potentially securing that coveted championship spot.