Hitting The Quarter Pole

Aaron Jones is a must-start, having recorded 20-plus touches in each of the last two games.

A.J. Barner is a flex-worthy tight end who has delivered for fantasy and is seeing goal-line work. He is considered a better start than many wide receiver sixes.

Antonio Williams deserves serious consideration for fantasy lineups, especially if Terry McLaurin is out, though the source notes the target distribution in Washington remains frustratingly split with players like Dyami Brown.

Bo Nix is struggling with accuracy, ranking near the bottom of the league in on-target throw percentage. His poor play makes it difficult to trust any Denver Broncos pass-catchers.

While startable, Braelon Allen may not deliver the anticipated fantasy day unless he scores a touchdown; the source expects a split workload with Isaiah Davis rather than Allen receiving all the touches.

Braylon Allen is a preferred start over Denver Broncos running backs due to better touchdown opportunity, a better team total, and a more favorable matchup.

Breece Hall is expected to be out for a few weeks due to injury.

Bucky Irving remains a must-start despite a benching for pass protection issues, as he maintains a 77% touch share in a thin backfield.

Fantasy managers should temper expectations for Chase Brown, as a true breakout is not expected until 2026.

Chris Bell is a decent stash and a potential flex play for upside chasers with Caleb Douglas out.

Colston Loveland remains a 'buy low' candidate despite the recent focus on Kalif Raymond; he is still a key part of the plan and saw high-value targets, including a near-touchdown.

Darren Waller is a recommended start and a potential flex option who is consistently involved in the Panthers' passing attack.

Deebo Samuel is identified as a 'smash' start for the week, representing a high-upside play alongside the obvious 49ers stars like Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle.

Devonta Smith is expected to be out for multiple weeks, creating a void in the Eagles' passing attack.

Dontayvion Wicks is considered a must-start following the news that Devonta Smith could be out for multiple weeks.

Drake Maye is currently QB32 and must produce against the Bills this week; if he fails, the source suggests he should be benched regardless of other factors.

Emmanuel Wilson is expected to handle baseline and goal-line work for the Seahawks, but he lacks explosiveness and is not projected to see significant targets. He is splitting the backfield with George Holani.

With multiple teammates sidelined, Garrett Wilson is a massive start for fantasy managers; the source emphasizes he must see 15 targets in this matchup.

George Holani is the preferred start over Emmanuel Wilson in PPR formats because he is expected to see more targets. He recorded nearly 50 receiving yards last week and is the primary pass-catching option in the Seahawks' backfield.

George Kittle is a reliable start who continues to produce despite injury concerns. The 49ers' offense is performing at an elite level, and Kittle remains a focal point.

Isaiah Davis is a viable flex option this week as the source expects him to split the backfield workload with Braelon Allen, unlike last week when he saw no work.

Jahmyr Gibbs is a must-start, as he currently has more total yards and touchdowns than the Lions' top three wide receivers combined.

Jakobi Meyers is a recommended start as he leads the team in routes run and saw eight targets last week compared to Washington's five.

Jalen Coker's status is uncertain due to injury, but he remains a high-upside play if he suits up. He is a player to monitor closely for late-game lineup decisions.

Despite criticisms, Jalen Hurts remains a viable start because the Eagles' game script will force him to throw, and he performs well when given time in the pocket.

Jalen Daniels is a viable play in Superflex leagues due to his dual-threat ability and the fact that he is not a significant downgrade from Baker Mayfield's current performance.

Jameson Williams is a buy-low candidate despite a slow start. His lack of yards after the catch is an anomaly that should regress positively, and he faces a depleted Carolina secondary this week.

Jared Goff is consistently underrated in the fantasy sphere. While he may not win a week single-handedly, he is a safe, reliable quarterback who rarely helps a manager lose.

Javonte Williams is a must-start due to his bell-cow role, controlling 79% of the opportunity share with nearly 18 touches per game and double-digit team target range.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the clear primary pass-catcher for the Seahawks and is a must-start in all formats.

Jalen Waddle has had a highly inconsistent start to the season, alternating between big games and near-zero production. His fantasy value is severely capped by the poor play of quarterback Bo Nix.

Jeremiah Love is a full-throttle start for the remainder of the season after receiving 26 touches last week, signaling the team is comfortable with his health.

Jordan Addison is the clear WR1 for the Vikings with Justin Jefferson out and is a must-start due to Kyler Murray's tendency to hyper-target his top receiver.

Justice Hill is recommended as a desperation add for RB2-needy managers, particularly in this matchup against the Titans where game script could favor him; the source believes he should be rostered.

Kalif Raymond is a flex-worthy start, boasting a 26% target per route rate and over 10 yards per target; he is benefiting from defensive attention on teammates Burden and Loveland.

Kenny Gainwell should be rostered after seeing snaps following Bucky Irving's pass protection error, though he is not necessarily a recommended start.

Ladd McConkey is an excellent separator who would look very good for fantasy if the Chargers' quarterback had reasonable time to throw. Despite missing practice and game time with a foot injury, he remains a key part of the offense and a potential beneficiary of Seattle's zone-heavy defensive scheme.

Despite high route participation (29 routes per game), Makai Lemon has been unproductive, matching Johnny Munt's poor fantasy points per route of 0.12.

Despite the Giants' offensive struggles, Malik Nabers remains a start based on name value alone.

Malik Washington offers a safe floor for the Dolphins with Caleb Douglas out.

Marcus Mariota performed well in relief of Jayden Daniels against the Eagles, and the source notes he has a history of throwing to Terry McLaurin, which may benefit McLaurin's fantasy outlook.

The source is moving away from Mark Andrews, noting that he looks slow and uninvolved in the Ravens' offense, which has become consolidated around Lamar Jackson, Derek Henry, and Zay Flowers.

Marshawn Lloyd is becoming a very difficult player to start in fantasy due to the Packers' historically poor run game.

Michael Mayer is an every-down player in the Raiders' consolidated offense and should be considered a weekly fantasy flex play.

Michael Wilson has emerged as a key target in Arizona, posting a 26% target per route rate; he is a recommended start alongside Trey McBride.

Mike Evans is dealing with a recurring injury that has kept him out of practice (DNP) back-to-back days. He is a game-time decision, which is a risky situation for fantasy managers.

Mike Gesicki has emerged as the Bengals' third pass-catching option, posting over 1.9 yards per route and a 17% target per route rate, making him a viable tight end option.

Najee Harris has secured the RB2 role and should not be left on the waiver wire; he showed efficiency with 9 carries for 52 yards against a tough defense.

Nico Collins is considered highly valuable to the Texans' offense, with his presence significantly improving the team's functionality and intermediate passing game.

Parker Washington is the primary target in the Jaguars' pecking order, and his outlook is further bolstered by the injury to Bengals slot corner Jalen Davis.

Puka Nacua is not expected to be an elite option this week, potentially falling into the mid-range WR2 tier due to concerns about his health and decoy potential.

Quinton Johnston is not considered a viable fantasy asset, despite the Chargers' persistent efforts to force him into a significant role. He is expected to be overtaken by Trey Harris on the depth chart.

Rashee Rice is a clear sell. Despite high target volume, he is not a true WR1 and lacks end-zone looks, making him a low-end WR2 at best.

Rhamondre Stevenson's usage has declined significantly, with his snaps and routes dropping since the first two weeks; the source is confused by the current Patriots backfield split with Tyjae Spears.

Saquon Barkley's target volume (two per game) is insufficient. If he does not see an increase in targets with Devonta Smith out, the source recommends trading him based on name value.

Skyy Moore is a good floor flex play after seeing seven targets from the slot last week; he could benefit from defenses focusing on other Packers pass catchers.

Stefan Diggs is expected to have a big day against the Colts' defense, regardless of whether Terry McLaurin plays, as the Colts' defense is not considered a unit to fear.

T.J. Hockenson is a startable option if necessary, as he is heavily involved in the route tree, but there are other players the source prefers starting over him.

Terry McLaurin is nursing a late-week hamstring injury that has him questionable for the upcoming game, and he is expected to face tough coverage from Sauce Gardner.

Tony Pollard has looked good, shifty, and evasive, but the Titans' poor game script and offensive usage limit his fantasy ceiling.

Travis Kelce looks good and is performing well, validating the source's preseason optimism regarding his role.

Trey Harris is a must-add player who should have leapfrogged Quinton Johnston in the depth chart long ago. He is seeing increased involvement and is expected to become the Chargers' number one wideout if McConkey continues to miss time.

Trevor Lawrence is a recommended start; despite a drop-off in fourth-quarter production, he has been a high-end performer through three quarters of play.

Tucker Kraft has reassumed a full-time role and is a viable start, especially if the Packers' offensive line improvements allow him to run more routes instead of blocking.

With Parkinson and Ferguson likely out, Tyler Higbee is a recommended start for the Rams.

Tyler Higbee is a recommended start for the Rams as teammates Parkinson and Ferguson are expected to be sidelined.

Zay Flowers is currently 'breaking fantasy football' with an elite 48% target per route rate and over 9.25 yards per route; every target he has seen this year has resulted in a first down or touchdown.