If you’re managing a fantasy football team struggling with a winless start, it’s time to act swiftly. While it’s theoretically possible to open the season without a win in the first few weeks and still secure a playoff spot, the odds are not in your favor. Less than 10% of teams manage to turn such a season around, and it’s important to prevent going 0-for-September.
One of the first steps to revive your team is to become an active trader. Now is the trade season, and even if it means taking a slight loss in a trade, improving your lineup for the upcoming week could be crucial. Evaluate non-starters like Rashee Rice, Mike Evans, Terry McLaurin, and CeeDee Lamb as potential trade chips to fill gaps in your roster.
Another strategy is to deplete your Free Agency Budget (FAB). Winning bids on impactful players from waivers could be key. At this stage, long-term planning should take a backseat to immediate gains, and it might be worth making aggressive bids to bolster your team.
However, if your team is scoring well despite an unlucky start, you may choose to stay the course and make no drastic changes. Just ensure that your point total justifies such a tactic. If not, urgency is of the essence to avoid a detrimental 0-4 start.
Switching to player performances, Marvin Harrison Jr. showed a game of two halves, struggling initially but bouncing back with impressive plays alongside Kyler Murray. Harrison’s inconsistent form raises intriguing debates about his ranking among NFL receivers. Meanwhile, Trey Benson’s performance for the Cardinals was promising, despite modest yardage. His increased usage hints at strong potential for the rest of the season.
In critical injury news, quarterbacks like Brock Purdy, Justin Fields, and Jayden Daniels are showing recovery, with Fields particularly expected to start in an advantageous matchup against Miami. For fantasy managers, Terry McLaurin’s situation seems less severe than feared, although his Week 4 participation remains doubtful.
Lastly, Cam Skattebo is poised for a significant role due to teammate Tyrone Tracy’s injury. Expect an electrifying performance as he takes on a greater share of backfield duties. With dynamic moves reminiscent of the Kool-Aid Man, Skattebo could turn into a key player to watch.
As the Giants unexpectedly become an entertaining team, keeping an eye on these developments can provide an edge in navigating your winless fantasy team toward success.