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Veteran TE Hunter Henry went down with a foot injury this past weekend; his status needs to be monitored moving forward, creating additional opportunity for rookie TE Eli Raridon.

Romeo Doubs, a top-projected weapon for the Patriots offense heading into the season, is currently on Injured Reserve, contributing to opportunity for rookie TE Eli Raridon.

A.J. Brown, a top-projected weapon for the Patriots offense heading into the season, has spent time on Injured Reserve, contributing to opportunity for rookie TE Eli Raridon.

A rookie TE for the Patriots, Raridon is highlighted as a worthy stash in deeper dynasty formats. He has had 4+ targets in three of his last four games. With A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs on Injured Reserve and veteran TE Hunter Henry sidelined with a foot injury, Raridon is positioned to grow into his role as Drake Maye and the Patriots offense improve. Not recommended for immediate starting unless chasing TD-upside in desperate situations.

Ranked RB11 in Rest of Season Rankings, Brown retains RB1 status despite disappointing results. In seven games, he has just 1 TD (Week 1) and averages less than 3.7 yards per carry. His involvement in the passing game is keeping his fantasy value afloat, but he needs to find the end zone to return on his RB11 ranking for the rest of the season.

Ranked WR51 in Rest of Season Rankings, Mitchell is ranked just 7 spots behind Omar Cooper. The source leans toward Cooper as the preferred option between the two talented rookies.

Ranked WR44 in Rest of Season Rankings, Cooper is the preferred option over Adonai Mitchell. The 30th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft boasts 4.42-second speed and a 6-foot, 199-pound frame allowing him to excel in all areas of the field. After returning from an ankle injury, he posted consecutive 100+ receiving yard/1-TD performances, though he fell flat last weekend; early returns remain positive.

The source believes Jonathan Taylor will be traded before the NFL Trade Deadline. The Colts have signaled they're looking to the future and have already received an offer for Taylor, though it remains unclear what assets they're seeking in return. Taylor is under contract for two more seasons, giving the Colts the option to stand pat.

Despite disappointing 2026 production, the source still believes in Waddle's talent and views him as a potential buy-low candidate in dynasty formats, suggesting his production may improve from current levels.

Waddle has just 2 TDs on the season and doesn't have more than 4 receptions in any of his last four games, with only one game exceeding 50 receiving yards. The source does not feel comfortable slotting him into lineups outside of bye-week or injury fill-ins, noting he has been disappointing relative to preseason expectations as Bo Nix's intended No. 1 wideout in Denver.

While Washington had a strong recent performance, his ceiling is capped by Ashton Jeanty's presence in the offense, particularly Jeanty's involvement in the passing game, which limits Washington's upside compared to what Allgeier offers in Arizona.

With Jeremiah Love placed on Injured Reserve, Allgeier is set for lead-back duties for at least the next month. He recently turned 16 touches into 191 scrimmage yards and 2 TDs, and has been quite productive when given opportunity throughout his career, positioning him well for fantasy production.

Following Lamar Jackson's loss, the Ravens offense will continue to feature Flowers as a top playmaker; the source advises adjusting/lowering expectations for Flowers but recommends continuing to start her wherever available given limited better options.

Following Lamar Jackson's loss, the Ravens offense will continue to feature Henry as a top playmaker; the source advises adjusting/lowering expectations for Henry but recommends continuing to start him wherever available given limited better options.

Matthew Golden is highlighted in Week 9 WR/CB matchup analysis alongside Luther Burden, suggesting a favorable matchup for the week.

D'Andre Swift is featured in Matthew Berry's Week 9 10 Facts analysis, suggesting he is a key player for Week 9 fantasy considerations.

Harold Fannin is recommended as a start for Week 9 in the Saints vs. Browns matchup, which features outliers and ceiling plays.

Chris Olave is recommended as a start for Week 9 in the Saints vs. Browns matchup, which is positioned as featuring outliers, high hopes, and ceiling plays.

Quinshon Judkins is recommended as a start for Week 9 in the Saints vs. Browns matchup, which features outliers and ceiling plays.

Tyler Sough is recommended as a start for Week 9 in the Saints vs. Browns matchup, which is characterized as being about 'outliers, high hopes and ceiling plays.'

Brock Purdy is featured in Matthew Berry's Week 9 analysis with the question 'Will Brock Purdy carry you across the finish line this week?', suggesting he is a key player for Week 9 fantasy lineups.

Greg Dulcich is identified as a 'sneaky start' at tight end for Week 9 in Matthew Berry's analysis, suggesting undervalued upside at the position.

Ladd McConkey is highlighted in Matthew Berry's Week 9 analysis with the question 'Can you finally trust Ladd McConkey?', suggesting a turning point or increased confidence in his Week 9 performance.

Ashton Jeanty is questioned as potentially 'burnt toast' for Week 9, with the source expressing concern about his viability. The source references Dwain's analysis for more context on what to do with Jeanty.

Jared Goff is positioned to 'go off' in Week 9 against the Dolphins, with the source referencing the spread as supporting evidence for a strong performance.

Kyle Pitts is highlighted as a potential start consideration for Week 9, with the source questioning whether the matchup is favorable enough to warrant starting him at tight end.

Malik Nabers is positioned for a favorable Week 9 matchup against the Eagles' secondary, with the source suggesting he will 'fly over' the secondary in a positive matchup.

Caleb Williams is flagged as a potential bench candidate for Week 9, with the source questioning whether to start him or risk getting 'chopped' (a negative outcome).

Puka Nacua is positioned as ready to 'smash' in Week 9, with analysis focused on how often Matthew Stafford targets him. The source suggests strong target volume and opportunity.

Luther Burden is highlighted for Week 9 with a favorable matchup against the Eagles' secondary. The source notes his recent performance against Seattle and projects strong upside in the upcoming week.

Gardner Minshew threw 3 TDs in the week prior to Week 9 and is set to face Seattle in an elite backup matchup against Drew Lock. The SEA vs ARI game is positioned as an unpredictable battle between two backup quarterbacks.

Matthew Berry included Drew Lock on his Love list for Week 9 as a QB16 projection against Arizona. Lock previously threw for 235 yards and 3 TDs against Arizona in Week 2, and with Sam Darnold absent again in Week 9, Lock faces Arizona a second time. The matchup features two elite backups (Lock vs. Gardner Minshew, who threw 3 TDs the prior week), creating ceiling upside in an unpredictable game between backups.

Wilson's targets hovered around 20% for three weeks after the Marvin Harrison trade but returned to normal (36.8% target share) against Dallas, even splitting time between Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. However, expectations should be lowered for Week 9 against Seattle due to QB concerns: Minshew has a 23.0% pressure-to-sack ratio and -1.27 CPOE compared to Brissett's 18.3% and +0.26, and Seattle generates the second-highest pressure rate on enemy QB dropbacks. Minshew's limited practice time as starter compounds the risk.

In Week 8, Metcalf ran three short-area concepts (screen, slant, hitch) and three go routes, establishing him as a matchup-based starter. Coming off his bye, he warrants starting consideration against Cincinnati.

Boston led the team in targets and air yards again but was initially excluded from recommendations due to a QB switch and a calf injury listed by the team. However, if healthy, he remains viable as a WR3 for Week 9, with WR1s averaging 18.4 PPR PPG against the Saints.

Despite being out-targeted by Keenan Allen in three of the last four games, Downs faces a favorable Week 9 matchup against Dallas, which ranks 30th in YPG allowed to slot WRs, 20th in passing success rate allowed, and 27th in defensive EPA per play allowed. Only the Chiefs and Lions allow more first downs per game to slot WRs; only the Eagles and Lions give up more catches to interior receivers. The setup supports Downs sneaking into the Top 24 in Week 9.

Against the Buccaneers, Odunze has generated more yards and first downs than Colston Loveland despite earning fewer looks; with Tampa Bay expected to deploy Williams in a similar defensive environment, Odunze qualifies as an under-the-radar WR3 with upside for Week 9.

Allen has out-targeted Josh Downs in three of their last four games since arriving in mid-August, establishing himself as the primary receiving option for the Colts.

Swift is the Bears' primary running back and is considered the first option in the offense ahead of pass catchers like Burden and Loveland.

Loveland has earned more looks than Rome Odunze but generates fewer yards and first downs. Odunze's 2.18 yards per route run and 43.9% air yard share exceed Loveland's production when Caleb Williams is pressured.