Week 4 Fantasy Recap

Matthew Berry identifies Amon-Ra St. Brown's dominant performance against the Lions as the breakout game the fantasy community has been waiting for, validating his early draft status.

Bryce Young is playing the best football of his career; gets the ball off quickly, enabling quick slants against nickel corners, and benefits from RPO game scheme similar to his Alabama playbook.

Cam Ward is reaching a level of respectability where he can get the ball to elite talent like Carnell Tate. Matthew Berry notes this as a positive development for Ward's fantasy outlook, suggesting he's improving as a passer and decision-maker.

Carnell Tate had a career game against Baltimore with a 43% target share, his third straight game with an above 25% target share. He's one of the best route runners in the class per Matthew Berry, and Cam Ward is reaching a level of respectability where he can get the ball to him. Tate's average depth of target is over 10 yards in three of four games played this season. The Titans are bad and will be down, meaning they'll be throwing a lot, creating volume for Tate.

Carnell Tate received a 43% target share against the Titans, his third straight game with above 25% target share; average depth of target over 10 yards in three of four games played this season. Matthew Berry notes Cam Ward is getting to a level of respectability to get the ball to this insanely talented wide receiver, and with the Titans bad and likely to be down, they will be throwing a lot.

Carnell Tate ranks second in air yards and fifth in target share among entire NFL; only other rookie wide receivers since 2016 to achieve this combination are Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and Puka Nacua. He also ranks sixth in total targets. This elite company and usage profile support his legitimacy as a breakout candidate.

Matthew Berry highlights CeeDee Lamb as having a huge game in Week 4, contributing to the positive fantasy headlines from the weekend.

Huge game in Week 4 as the Cowboys rolled over the Texans defense.

Had a monster game in week 4; benefited from increased opportunity.

CeeDee Lamb was among the Week 4 scoring leaders at wide receiver, finishing second after McMillan.

Bengals running back positioned to benefit from Jamar Chase's injury; next-man-up opportunity with increased offensive touches expected.

Left Week 4 game early.

DeAndre Swift fumbled on the first drive of the third quarter in Week 4 and was benched by Ben Johnson (not injury-related). This is his second fumble of the season. While it's unclear if this is a permanent role change or a lesson, Kyle Menangai took over with 30 carries, signaling Swift's role is in jeopardy. The benching was a clear statement from the coaching staff.

After starting the season hot, Dalton Kincaid has seen a sharp drop in usage: just 9% target share in each of the last two weeks (down from 34.5 points in weeks one and two combined to four points combined in the last two games), and ran only 56% of routes. Matthew Berry expresses concern about the inconsistency but notes that Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady acknowledged in his presser that he needs to get Kincaid more involved, suggesting scheme adjustments may be coming.

Devontae Smith did not play in Week 4 and is expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury that appears more serious than initially thought. Matthew Berry notes this further complicates the Eagles' receiving options and adds to the concern about starting any Eagles player beyond Hurts and Barkley.

Drake London averaged 10.4 targets, 6.9 receptions, and over 100 yards per game over the last 10 games with Michael Penix at quarterback; Matthew Berry recommends anytime touchdown as a best bet for Monday night.

Bounced back in Week 4 after many fantasy managers benched him; went off just as he hit everyone's bench, rewarding those who didn't drop him.

Matthew Berry notes Drake May looked closer to his 2025 form in Week 4, showing three key improvements: better turnover management (54 rushing yards, using his legs more), increased confidence in the red zone (including a third-down fade to Chizarira), and a confidence boost from beating Buffalo's Josh Allen and the Bills in a fourth-quarter comeback. Berry emphasizes the win's significance as a three-game confidence boost given the division rival and Super Bowl contender context, and projects May will look even better as weapons return (A.J. Brown) and the offensive line improves.

Emmanuel Wilson handled 24 of 32 Seahawks running back touches in Week 4, getting 100% of the team's red zone and goal line work. He's led the backfield in each of the past three games with Jadarian Price banged up and expected to miss time. Matthew Berry sees him as a lead running back on a good offense with a really good short-term opportunity against the Chargers this week, though he's uneasy long-term due to the crowded backfield (Charbonnet returning, Price returning eventually). He's more of a flex play based on matchup.

Emmanuel Wilson should have been picked up last week in most competitive leagues but if still available, Matthew Berry lists him as the number one add for week five waiver wire. The Eagles are on a bye this week, but with uncertainty around Saquon Barkley's injury severity, Wilson is a priority add.

Garrett Wilson had 27 yards on three catches against the Bears, but Matthew Berry attributes this to the Jets' defense allowing the run and poor time of possession; the Bears had 45+ minutes while the Jets had 17 minutes on offense. Gino Smith completed only eight passes total, limiting volume. Despite low numbers, Wilson still posted a 27% target share. Berry sees him as a buy-low candidate and remains optimistic long-term, noting this was just a bad day at the office.

Suffered concussion in Week 4 and entered concussion protocol; recovery timeline is nonlinear and unpredictable—could return this week or miss a month depending on severity.

In concussion protocol; nonlinear injury with uncertain timeline. Could return this week or miss up to a month; severity unknown. Bengals have week six bye, so if he misses one game, potentially back by week seven.

Jadarian Price is banged up and expected to miss some time, opening the door for Emmanuel Wilson to lead the Seahawks backfield in the short term. Price's injury timeline is unclear, but his absence has elevated Wilson's role significantly.

Was inactive for the game, which opened opportunity for Ted O'Meara McMillan to have a career night.

Jalen Coker was absent in Week 4, which contributed to McMillan's elevated target share and production against Detroit.

Matthew Berry expresses concern about Jalen Hurts and the Eagles offense after a historically poor Week 4 performance: 93 passing yards (worst start to an Eagles season this century), 0-for-17 on third down dating back to the second half of last week, and Hurts averaging just 14 fantasy points per game over the last three weeks (QB 21). The Eagles face Jacksonville (technically in London) next week, a tough matchup. Berry notes that while Hurts and Saquon Barkley are likely still must-starts, there's concern about other Eagles players given the offensive struggles and potential injuries to Devontae Smith (hamstring, likely multiple weeks out).

Huge game in Week 4 as the Cowboys rolled over the Texans defense.

Had a monster game in week 4; benefited from increased opportunity.

Jeremiah Love, drafted third overall, played under 50% of snaps despite a close game where the Packers had a chance to win; he played five fewer snaps than Tyler Algier and only 11 snaps in the second half. LaFleur said the team used Algier more in two-minute offense for pass protection reasons. After the game, Love said it would be "the longest year of my career," a concerning comment for fantasy owners. Matthew Berry expects this to be reversed next week given the criticism, noting Love is a complete running back from college and should not be benched.

Matthew Berry downgraded Jeremiah Love from RB1 back to RB2 due to playing time concerns with Tyler Algier, though he still expects better days ahead. Love's post-game comment that "this is going to be the longest year of my career" signals frustration with his role despite being a complete running back from college.

Josh Downs had 16 yards against the Commanders despite a great matchup and great air rating; he got so much separation and had a 95% route participation rate. Matthew Berry notes the Commanders defense actually played well and it all fell apart, and Daniel Jones did not play well. Ashton Doolin and Laquan Treadwell both got more targets. Berry still trusts Downs and expects better days, noting this was just a bad day at the office.

Juwan Johnson carries a 40% end zone target share for the Saints; the Falcons have allowed three touchdowns to opposing tight ends through three games; Matthew Berry recommends anytime touchdown as his best bet for Monday night, citing the matchup advantage.

Keaton Mitchell saw a season-high 15 touches in week four and continues to see his role grow. Matthew Berry notes that even though Omarion Hampton scored the touchdown late, Mitchell needs to be rostered in way more leagues as his role continues to expand.

Kenneth Walker is the second-best running back in fantasy football after four weeks, with at least 21 fantasy points in all four games. He's averaging almost 25 touches per game with a 16% target share (most important element per Berry), showing consistent week-to-week production. He has the highest percentage of carries in the NFL with 20+ yards. Matthew Berry notes he was significantly ahead of consensus on Walker in the preseason and calls him a potential Offensive Player of the Year candidate.

Keon Coleman is one of two wide receivers (along with Trey Harris) who should see a big uptick in usage if DJ Moore and Ladd McConkie miss any time. Matthew Berry lists him as a waiver priority add for week five.

Kyle Menangai earned a bigger role after DeAndre Swift fumbled on the first drive of the third quarter and was benched (not injury-related per Ben Johnson). Menangai received 30 carries in Week 4, showing his physical running style. While he may not get 30 carries again, he's likely to secure red zone carries due to his physicality. He's had at least 12 touches in three of four games this year and has 681 college and NFL carries with zero fumbles. He left Week 4 with a thumb injury that bears monitoring.

Kyron Williams is separating himself in the Rams backfield, playing 76% of snaps over the last two weeks and out-touching Blake Corum 47-14. He ranks second in utilization score among running backs and maintains a double-digit target share in three of four games played this season. Matthew Berry notes the preseason Blake Corum argument (Rams blowing out teams, saving Williams for second half) has not materialized because the Rams are 2-2 and struggling, making Williams an RB1 again.

Suffered ankle injury in Week 4 but considered day-to-day, suggesting minimal immediate fantasy impact.

Top two quarterback who left early in week 4. Matthew Berry had him in a league and faced impact from his early exit.

Nico Collins was among the Week 4 scoring leaders at wide receiver.

Ollie Gordon carried the ball nine times for 100 yards but the stats are skewed by a 53-yard run; he is getting 56% of the carries with Jalen Wright also receiving significant volume. Matthew Berry cautions against overreacting, noting this is a low-volume offense. However, Gordon did play 88% of snaps in the second half after the big run, saw both red zone touches, and got a 12% target share, suggesting the Dolphins found something in him.

After Devon Achane went down, the question was whether Ollie Gordon or Jalen Wright would be usable; Matthew Berry says both questions are now answered: it will be Gordon and yes, he can be usable. Early on Wright had more snaps, but Gordon ripped off a 52-yard run and then played 88% of snaps in the second half, getting significantly more work than Wright. Berry places him on the low-end flex radar, noting Miami may not always have game script for 15 touches but they found something in Gordon.

Parker Washington had his first game this season with a target share under 18%, but Matthew Berry is not worried. The middle of the field was wide open and it was a big Brenton Strange game; Cincinnati is so bad against tight ends that Strange went off. Trevor Lawrence only completed 23 passes total, limiting volume. Washington maintains the fifth-highest target share going into the game, and Berry expects this to come back.

Puka Nakua returned to action in Week 4 with 9 receptions for 125 yards and a touchdown, placing him among the week's top-scoring wide receivers.

Left Week 4 game early with hamstring injury.

Injured in game against Raiders; severity unknown. Chiefs are now thin at wide receiver with Rice and Tyquan Thornton both sidelined. Rice was ranked among top 15 wide receivers.

Left Week 4 game early with hamstring injury; Ian Rappaport reported it doesn't seem to be overly serious, though unclear if he'll miss time.

Top ten running back who left early in week 4, contributing to a brutal injury week for fantasy managers.

Matthew Berry notes that Saquon Barkley is likely still a must-start if he returns from injury, regardless of matchup, but cautions that the Eagles' offensive struggles (0-for-17 on third down, 93 passing yards, 31% offensive play success rate, three yards per play) and the tough road matchup against Jacksonville in London make it worth pausing to consider alternatives on the bench. The Eagles' identity crisis (Saquon out, offensive line struggling, Shanahan-style scheme not working) creates uncertainty.

Tank Bigsby left the game in week four and needs to be added until clarity is obtained on his injury status. Matthew Berry lists him as a priority waiver add along with Will Shipley.

Left Week 4 game early with abductor injury; has a Week 6 bye which could provide recovery time if he misses one game.

Left game with abductor injury. Bengals have week six bye, so if he misses one game, potentially back by week seven.

Travis Kelce had 15 yards in week four and has only a 12% target share with one game having more than five targets so far this season. Matthew Berry notes he is a low-end, touchdown-dependent tight end one, which is what he was drafted as; he probably ranks inside the top 12 tight ends for the rest of the season but barely. With Rasheed Rice out and Tyquan Thornton looking to be at significant time, Kelce will likely get back to more opportunities.

With Rasheed Rice out due to hamstring injury, Travis Kelce will get back to more opportunities. The two pass catchers with the most chemistry with Mahomes are Rasheed Rice (now out) and Kelce. Matthew Berry notes the chemistry is still there despite Kelce not being in his prime, and with Rice out, the Chiefs will have to rely on Kelce. The Chiefs are on a bye this week, which may give them more time to get in sync.

Trey Harris is one of two wide receivers (along with Keon Coleman) who should see a big uptick in usage if DJ Moore and Ladd McConkie miss any time. Matthew Berry lists him as a waiver priority add for week five.

Was having a huge game against Raiders when injured. Chiefs now thin at wide receiver with both Thornton and Rasheed Rice sidelined.

Will Shipley needs to be added as a waiver priority until clarity is obtained on the Jaguars backfield situation. Matthew Berry lists him alongside Tank Bigsby as a priority add.