FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Rico Dowdle

PodcastWeek 1 Start/Sit: The Toughest Fantasy Football Lineup Decisions (Ep. 2185)September 12, 2026

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Zay Higgins, Parker Washington, Bird and Christian Watson, Kenneth Walker, Rico Dowdle, Jordan Mason and Tajay Spears.

Mentioned at 43:37 – 44:05

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Rico Dowdle mentioned but not prioritized in flex decision.

Mentioned as a flex option in a two-receiver, two-flex lineup but not recommended; A.j. Brown. Like focuses the decision on Christian Watson and Parker Washington instead.

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Rico DowdleNegativeRole

Downgraded to a low-upside handcuff in a poor offense

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Rico DowdleNegativeInjury

Dowdle toe injury, ruled out Week 2; averaging 2.7 YPC in Steelers debut.

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Rico DowdleNegativeInjury

Dowdle toe injury, left on cart; averaging 2.7 YPC in first two Steelers games.

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Rico DowdleNegativeInjury

Dowdle injured toe in first half; returned but limited in 50/50 backfield.

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Rico DowdleNegativeInjury

Dowdle dealing with toe injury heading into Week 3.

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Rico DowdleNegativeBust

Dowdle is a drop candidate for Week 3.

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