Sit or Start for Week 4

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Sit Jalen Hurts vs Rams The Rams rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Hurts scuffled through the air as much as his final suggests, averaging a modest 6.1 yards per attempt while taking a pair of sacks. The star signal-caller also absorbed a big hit on the sideline at the end of a two-yard scramble shortly before the midway point of the second quarter, and he missed four plays while undergoing a concussion check he subsequently passed. Hurts led the Eagles to their only points upon checking back in for the following possession, one he capped off with a one-yard touchdown run as time expired in the first half. That would prove to be the highlight of an otherwise forgettable night, and Hurts is averaging an unremarkable 206.7 passing yards per game alongside a 5:3 TD:INT into a Week 4 home showdown against the Rams on Sunday.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 17 28 60.71 174 17 0 1

Sit Justin Herbert vs Seahawks The Seahawks rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Herbert finished with some serviceable numbers, but his play-to-play consistency lacked at times in a tough road environment. The 2020 first-round pick connected with a relatively narrow pool of six targets, and his one touchdown throw came via a shovel pass to Keaton Mitchell to cap off the opening drive of the game. Herbert also saw what was originally ruled a lost fumble returned for a touchdown reversed just before the two-minute warning, and through three games, he's completed only 59.1 percent of his passes while mustering a 3:4 TD:INT during an alarmingly winless start to the season for the Chargers. Herbert and his teammates draw a second straight unenviable assignment in Week 4, as they travel to face the defending champion Seahawks next Sunday afternoon.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 17 30 56.66 176 12 1 1

Sit Malik Willis vs Vikings Malik Willis will be under heavy pressure when the Dolphins face the Vikings in Week 4. Willis has just one touchdown pass through three weeks and has surprisingly topped 40 yards with his legs just once. Minnesota is the heaviest blitzing team in the league, so Willis will likely need his mobility often in Week 4. Without De'Von Achane (knee) and no emerging receivers, scrambling appears his only path to production against a defense that's allowing 7.0 yards per attempt while also allowing three touchdowns with four interceptions. Miami doesn't have much experience in its wide receiver room, which got even thinner due to the injury to rookie third-round pick Caleb Douglas (ankle).

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 16 27 59.25 157 37 0 1

Risks...

DAK PRESCOTT vs Texans
-  Despite the big numbers for the Cowboys on the scoreboard, Prescott had a relatively quite day in Rio, with Jake Ferguson hauling in his only TD pass in the third quarter. Prescott didn't commit any turnovers for a second straight game, and through three weeks he's completed 69.5 percent of his passes (73-for-105) for 730 yards and a 7:1 TD:INT. The veteran QB will look to stay efficient in a Week 4 road trip to Houston.

JARED GOFF vs Panthers
-  The Panthers rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The veteran QB found Amon-Ra St. Brown for a four-yard score in the second quarter and Jahmyr Gibbs for an 11-yard TD inside the final two minutes of the fourth for the game-winning points. Goff has tossed multiple touchdowns in three straight games to begin the year, completing 70.6 percent of his passes (77-for-109) for 802 yards and a stellar 8:0 TD:INT. He'll look to keep rolling in a Week 4 road clash against the Panthers.

Joe Burrow vs Jaguars
-  Burrow was impressive throughout the majority of the afternoon, taking just one sack from Pittsburgh's aggressive defense and connecting with Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Mike Gesicki for his trio of scoring tosses. Burrow spread the ball around to nine different targets overall on an afternoon he entered already down Andrei Iosivas (thumb, IR) and during which he then lost promising rookie Colbie Young (knee). However, a would-be game-tying or game-winning drive was short-circuited by the franchise signal-caller, as he lost the handle on the ball on a sack with under a minute remaining, snuffing out any chance of Cincinnati being able to at least force overtime. The highly untimely turnover aside, Burrow has looked comfortable with an offensive approach that has him under center more often than previous seasons, and he'll next take aim at the Jaguars in a Week 4 home matchup next Sunday.

JOSH ALLEN vs Patriots
-  The Patriots rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). With just under 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, a Chargers defender appeared to plow into the side of Allen's left knee at the end of an eight-yard run, leaving the quarterback grimacing in pain afterward. Allen didn't end up missing any snaps and even handled a designed run later on during that same possession, but he was seen favoring the knee in the locker room after the game, per Chris Trapasso of BuffaloRumblings.com. Allen could receive some extra treatment over the next several days while he continues to manage the knee issue, but Brady offered no indication that the star quarterback is at any risk of sitting out next Sunday's game against the Patriots.

KIRK COUSINS vs Chiefs
-  The Chiefs rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. At this point, Fernando Mendoza is going to spend the entire season on the bench. The Raiders are 3-0 and Cousins now has nine touchdowns and just three interceptions on the season. With Las Vegas playing this well Cousins has settled into a nice QB2 option moving forward. While we've seen him get really hot like this and cool down considerably, the Raiders are winning games and getting Mendoza valuable time to get acclimated to the NFL in the process. Cousins belongs on competing dynasty rosters as a solid bye week fill-in or QB2 at the moment.

Lamar Jackson vs Titans
-  Jackson threw a four-yard touchdown pass to Chris Moore in the third quarter and a two-yard touchdown pass to Matthew Hibner with 1:30 remaining in the fourth quarter, but his most memorable pass was a 27-yarder to Zay Flowers on the game's penultimate play, which set up Tyler Loop's game-winning 56-yard field goal after the Ravens got the ball with seven seconds left in a tie game. Following Sunday's win over the Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Jackson and the Ravens will fly home from Brazil to host the 0-3 Titans in Week 4.

Start Bryce Young vs Lions The Lions rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Young's passing yardage total was impressive in defeat, especially considering he lost No. 2 receiver Jalen Coker to a quadriceps injury during the contest. However, the fourth-year signal-caller also struggled at times against an aggressive Browns defense that sacked him three times and recorded a game-sealing interception at Cleveland's 46-yard line. After the game, per Joe Person of The Athletic, head coach Dave Canales told reporters that a lower-body injury appeared to impact Young on some throws, which may help explain some of the struggles he endured. Young still has an impressive 7:2 TD:INT and has thrown for 939 yards over his first three games heading into a Week 4 home clash with the Lions next Sunday night.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 29 40 72.5 311 17 2 0

Start C.J. Stroud vs Cowboys Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Houston's offense struggled for a second consecutive week in the absence of top wide receiver Nico Collins (hamstring). Stroud threw a one-yard touchdown pass to Foster Moreau in the second quarter, but the Texans dropped to 0-3 for the second consecutive season. Houston bounced back to finish 12-5 in the 2025 regular season, but climbing out of an early hole again won't be easy, especially with the offensive line struggling to create running lanes or protect Stroud, who has been sacked 10 times through three games. Stroud will try to get off the schneid in an all-Texas Week 4 home game against the Cowboys.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 23 35 65.71 287 15 3 0

Start Daniel Jones vs Commanders The Commanders rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Jones led the Colts to their first win of the season despite the absence of wide receiver Alec Pierce (heel), who was placed on IR earlier in the week. Tyler Warren (nine), Keenan Allen (six) and Josh Downs (five) accounted for 20 of Jones' 24 completions, including a six-yard touchdown pass to Allen in the second quarter. Ball security has been an issue for Jones, who has three interceptions and two lost fumbles through three games, but the Colts finally have something to feel good about, having notched their first win since Week 10 of last season ahead of a Week 4 trip across the pond to face the Commanders in London.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 26 38 68.42 272 21 3 0

Rewards...

Brock Purdy vs Broncos
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Purdy's completion percentage was below his usual standards, but the fifth-year signal-caller more than made up for it with some effective downfield passing and his quartet of scoring tosses. His yardage total also got a boost from an 80-yard hook-and-lateral play in the first quarter between Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel that the latter took all the way to the house from San Francisco's 20-yard line, which served as the quarterback's first touchdown pass of the day. Purdy would go on to connect with Evans (23 yards) and George Kittle (10 and 20 yards) for his other three scoring tosses, with the final one of those coming two plays after a holding penalty on the talented tight end nullified a winding 45-yard touchdown run by the athletic quarterback. Purdy now boasts a 9:1 TD:INT and 789 passing yards over his first three games heading into a tough Week 4 home showdown against the Broncos next Sunday.

Drake Maye vs Bills
-  The Bills rank #28 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. A year after posting 31 touchdowns and just eight interceptions in what we believed was a massive breakout season, Maye now has just one touchdown pass and six interceptions on the season through three weeks. This looks like a serious problem for New England as the Super Bowl beatdown to the Seahawks may have shaken his confidence. It's not time to completely panic but this has been about as bad as you could imagine as New England looks like a team a little lost at the moment. Maye belongs on dynasty benches until he figures this thing out.

JAMEIS WINSTON vs Cardinals
-  While stepping in for the injured Jaxson Dart (knee) in Week 3, Winston threw for just 118 yards on 22 pass attempts in adverse weather conditions during the Giants' 12-7 win over the Titans. Despite his pedestrian numbers, Winston played turnover-free football, and that performance looks as though it will give him some job security even after the Giants added McCarthy, a 2024 first-round draft pick, to their quarterback room. Even though Dart is likely out for the season, Winston will still likely need to limit mistakes and keep the Giants competitive in his future starts in order to ward off McCarthy from supplanting him on the depth chart. Next up for Winston and the Giants is a home date versus the 1-2 Cardinals this Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Jordan Love vs Buccaneers
- Love's completion percentage on the season is at a dismal 52.4% on the season, which is extremely troubling. However, he was also given an average of just 2.2 seconds to throw the ball on Thursday night, which may be even more concerning. Love has done what he could so far this year but his offensive line has been awful and the Packers were outrushed in the game 242-17. Love is going to be a QB2 until Josh Jacobs returns and that's no given. His value is static at the moment as much of this isn't his fault, but dynasty managers likely still need a different weekly option at the moment until this offense gets fixed.

Trevor Lawrence vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Lawrence's passing yardage continued its downward trend for the second straight game, but the 2021 first overall pick threw multiple touchdown passes for the second time to open the season. He connected with Josh Cameron (12 yards), Jakobi Meyers (10 yards) and Parker Washington (17 yards) for his trio of scoring tosses, and he offered solid supplemental fantasy production with his legs. Lawrence will take 616 passing yards and a 7:2 TD:INT into a Week 4 road showdown against Joe Burrow and the Bengals next Sunday.

Tyler Shough vs Falcons
- He also lost two fumbles. This was one of the classic "better in fantasy than reality" performances from a quarterback but dynasty managers won't care much. Shough has established himself as a solid option and is the QB4 so far on the season and has already almost thrown for 1,000 yards on the season. The Saints look like they have their answer at quarterback and the doubters on Shough are dwindling with each given week as he's playing in one of the most quarterback-centric offenses in the league.

Sit Ashton Jeanty vs Chiefs The second-year back topped 20 touches for a third straight game to begin the season as he settles into a bell-cow role for the Raiders. Jeanty is still looking for his first rushing touchdown of 2026, but he did haul in two TD passes from Kirk Cousins back in Week 1, and through three contests he's amassed 206 rushing yards to go along with his 13-97-2 receiving line on 16 targets. While his yardage has been strong, however, Jeanty's 3.3 YPC leaves a lot to be desired. He may need to be more efficient with his volume in Week 4 at home against Kansas City.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 16 60 2 9 0

Sit Chase Brown vs Jaguars Brown continued his career-long tradition of efficient rushing performances against the Steelers, but the running back's overall opportunities at least were somewhat capped due to game script. The versatile back also struggled to make an impact in the passing game for the second straight game after opening the season with a 5-22-0 receiving line, as he's produced the same number of receptions for just 10 yards over the last two contests. Brown should continue in a workhorse role against the Jaguars at home next Sunday.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 15 55 2 8 0

Sit Javonte Williams vs Texans The veteran back gave the Cowboys a 10-0 lead in the first quarter with a two-yard TD plunge, his third trip to the end zone in three games this season, and Williams topped 100 scrimmage yards for the first time since Week 12 of 2025. Even with Sunday's strong effort, Williams has managed just 3,9 yards per carry to begin the year, a major downturn from his 4.8 mark in 2025. He'll look to keep building momentum in a Week 4 road trip to Houston.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 14 51 1 3 0

Sit Quinshon Judkins vs Steelers Judkins took all but one of the Browns' running backs' carries, and he was able to capitalize on an injury-hampered Panthers defense to produce his best showing of the new season. He still finished under 4.0 yards per carry, but after averaging under 3.0 in each of the first two games, Sunday's effort was certainly an improvement. Judkins and the surprising 2-1 Browns now have a quick turnaround for a Week 4 home divisional clash against the Steelers on Thursday night.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 15 52 2 6 0

Risks...

Breece Hall vs Bears
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Jets head coach Aaron Glenn shed more light on the severity of Hall's injury when he speaks to the media Wednesday, but the running back seemingly avoided any sort of a major damage to his thigh that would result in an extended stint on injured reserve. However, with Hall being classified as week-to-week, he may be facing an uphill battle to make it back for the Jets' next game Sunday at Chicago. After Hall exited in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Lions, Braelon Allen handled six touches over the Jets' final two possessions. Allen and Isaiah Davis would both be in store for expanded roles if Hall ends up missing any time.

J.K. Dobbins vs 49ers
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Dobbins is up to 35 rushing attempts through three weeks, while no other Denver running back has exceeded 10. Jonah Coleman (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, while RJ Harvey has more targets (11) than carries (five). Dobbins has yet to score on the ground after recording four rushing touchdowns last season, and he has been a non-factor in the passing game, as Sunday's targets were Dobbins' first two of the season. On the bright side, Dobbins has recovered from previous hip and hamstring concerns and is poised to keep leading Denver's ground game in Week 4 at San Francisco.

Jonathan Taylor vs Commanders
-  The Commanders rank #4 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Taylor racked up 25 touches as the Colts notched their first win of the season, but he failed to find much running room against Houston's stout front. He finished with a season-low 72 scrimmage yards and failed to score after opening the season with a pair of two-touchdown performances. The workhorse running back is averaging 25 touches per game heading into the Colts' Week 4 trip to London to take on the Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and Taylor's poised for another busy outing in the overseas clash between 1-2 teams.

MarShawn Lloyd vs Buccaneers
-  The Buccaneers rank #2 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. The inefficiency reflected in Lloyd's final line underscores the type of season it's been so far for the second-year back, who's tried in vain to serve as a serviceable replacement for Josh Jacobs (personal) while he remains on the Commissioner's Exempt List. Lloyd's rushing opportunities were limited Thursday largely due to game script, but the 2024 third-round pick is averaging just 3.0 yards per carry through three games and has complemented it with an unremarkable 4-13-0 line through the air. Lloyd, Chris Brooks and Kaleb Johnson will continue to share the Packers' backfield workload in a Week 4 road matchup against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Omarion Hampton vs Seahawks
-  The Seahawks rank #3 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Los Angeles kept the game close but Hampton just couldn't get on track. He's helped himself with a couple of touchdowns early in the season but has otherwise struggled, especially considering he has just two catches on the year. He'll be a RB2 moving forward but this start won't help his ADP or dynasty ranking much at all.

Tony Pollard vs Ravens
-  The veteran back saw his biggest workload of the season as Tyjae Spears continues to deal with ankle trouble, and Pollard almost turned the volume into his first game with 100-plus scrimmage yards since Week 16 of 2025. Despite the struggles of the Titans' passing game, Pollard is averaging a strong 4.6 yards per carry, taking 38 totes for 173 yards, but he's still looking for his first TD of the year. If Spears is out or limited again in Week 4 against the Ravens, Pollard could see bell-cow usage, as Tennessee doesn't yet seem to trust rookie RB Nicholas Singleton.

Travis Etienne Jr. vs Falcons
-  The Falcons rank #1 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Moore noted that a specific timeline for Etienne's return hasn't been established, making it uncertain whether or not the running back will be able to avoid a stint on injured reserve. At the very least, Etienne will be sidelined for the Saints' Week 4 game against the Falcons next Monday, which likely paves the way for Alvin Kamara to take on an expanded profile in the backfield after working in a complementary role the previous two weeks. Reserve backs Kendre Miller and CJ Donaldson should also be in store for more opportunities for however long Etienne is out.

Tyler Allgeier vs Giants
-  Allgeier wasn't asked to rush much. The No. 2 running back left most of the carries to rookie Jeremiyah Love. The 26-year-old racked up his points on screen passes and checkdowns, catching everything thrown his way for minimal gains.

Start AARON JONES SR. vs Dolphins After dealing with a knee injury during Week 3 prep, Jones continued to lead the Vikings backfield Sunday with Jordan Mason (thumb) on injured reserve. With the help of his first catches of the season, Jones surpassed 20 touches for a second game in a row, a span in which he's turned 45 touches into 197 yards from scrimmage. Meanwhile, reserve RBs DeeJay Dallas and Demond Claiborne combined for four touches this weekend. Jones may operate with some practice restrictions during Week 4 prep but should remain Minnesota's No. 1 back next Sunday against the Dolphins, assuming he again is available.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 18 84 4 25 1

Start Bucky Irving vs Packers The Packers rank #29 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Bowles didn't specify why Irving was off the field late in Sunday's contest, but any physical issue the running back might have been dealing with doesn't look like it will prevent him from playing Week 4. Despite logging a season-low 51 percent snap share, Irving still earned 17 touches (15 carries, two receptions) and accounted for 58 yards from scrimmage. He remains locked in as the clear No. 1 option out of the backfield over free-agent pickup Kenny Gainwell, who is averaging just 2.1 yards per carry and 3.7 yards per reception through three games.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 17 83 2 13 1

Start David Montgomery vs Cowboys The Cowboys rank #31 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Montgomery was stuffed for no gain on a fourth-and-1 in Colts territory in the first quarter, and he watched Woody Marks convert a one-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. Marks has 29 touches to Montgomery's 44 through three games, and it's concerning that Montgomery isn't monopolizing short-yardage opportunities after scoring three short TDs in the season opener. Neither running back has found much running room behind Houston's underwhelming offensive line, and Montgomery is averaging just 2.8 yards per carry heading into a Week 4 home game against the Cowboys.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 16 88 2 12 1.06

Start Jaylen Warren vs Browns With Rico Dowdle out today, Warren took control of the backfield and dominated touches on the day. As expected, he was productive whenever he touched the ball but unfortunately failed to get himself into the end zone. Still, this was a solid development as Warren will need to stay in fantasy lineups as long as Dowdle is on the shelf.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 18 84 4 20 1

Rewards...

Bhayshul Tuten vs Bengals
-  Serving as the clear lead back once again, Tuten proved himself worthy of the role with a crisp performance that saw him consistently generate useful gains versus a talented Patriots front seven. He capped off his fantasy-friendly effort with his second rushing touchdown of the campaign, a one-yard run with just over eight minutes remaining to close out the scoring on the afternoon. Tuten is averaging an impressive 4.7 yards per carry and a solid 16.0 touches through three games, rendering him an appealing option in all formats heading into a Week 4 road showdown against the Bengals next Sunday.

Bijan Robinson vs Saints
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Robinson was a one-man wrecking crew the Packers simply had no answers for. With Michael Penix back at the helm, the entire Falcons offense opened up and it was Robinson and Drake London who quickly re-emerged. While there was some minor concern after Atlanta got off to a slow start offensively the first two weeks, that was mostly put to rest last night, at least with a healthy Penix. Robinson will remain an elite option moving forward.

CHRISTIAN MCCAFFREY vs Broncos
-  The Broncos rank #28 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. McCaffrey's carry total was modest by his standards, but he still outpaced backup Kaelon Black by 11 rushes and four targets while also recording a one-yard touchdown run early in the third quarter. McCaffrey was highly efficient with his rushing opportunities, and he finished second in receptions and third in targets for the 49ers on the afternoon. San Francisco's pass-catching corps suffered further attrition this weekend -- Mike Evans exited the game with a rib/oblique injury, while Demarcus Robinson (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Saturday -- so McCaffrey could continue to see his receiving work creep up in a Week 4 home showdown against the Broncos next Sunday.

Chuba Hubbard vs Lions
-  As expected, Hubbard dominated the touches out of the Panthers backfield, outpacing AJ Dillon by 15 carries. Hubbard also played his customary pass-game role with efficacy, recording a new season high in receptions along the way. He's upped his rushing yardage total over that of the previous contest in each game so far, and considering Jonathon Brooks (abdomen, IR) will remain unavailable for the foreseeable future, the former lines up for another workhorse role in a Week 4 home showdown against the Lions next Sunday night.

DERRICK HENRY vs Titans
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Henry scored a four-yard rushing touchdown in the first quarter and a three-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter, but he was denied the hat trick in the fourth quarter, when a would-be third rushing score was ruled down at the 1-yard line on replay, and Henry's subsequent effort to get in on fourth down was stuffed. The 32-year-old Henry is showing no signs of slowing down, as he has six touchdowns through three games and is averaging just over 100 rushing yards per game heading into a Week 4 home game against the winless Titans.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Colts
-  The Colts rank #30 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. The second-year back couldn't get much going against the defending Super Bowl champs, with his longest run going for just nine yards, but the 20 touches did represent a season high in volume. Croskey-Merritt remains the top early-down option in the Commanders' backfield, and through three games he's gained 142 rushing yards and a TD on 47 carries. He could find more running room in a Week 4 home tilt against the Colts.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Panthers
-  The Panthers rank #32 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. That's now six trips to the end zone in three games to begin the season for Gibbs, who ran it in from 17 yards and one yard before hauling in a game-winning 11-yard toss from Jared Goff inside the final two minutes of the fourth quarter. Gibbs has added 463 yards from scrimmage to his ledger as well, more than earning his spot at the top of preseason draft boards. He'll look to keep rolling in a Week 4 road clash against the Panthers.

Jeremiyah Love vs Giants
-  Davis did not see a single offensive snap in the contest. The special-teamer has a chance to carry the ball in Week 4 against the Bears due to the injury to Breece Hall (thigh).

Kenneth Walker vs Raiders
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Walker has been a one-man wrecking crew through three weeks this season and today was no different. The Chiefs are saying they want to scale back his workload a touch but he had 18 carries today, while Emmett Johnson had just six. This pace is going to be very tough for Walker to keep up but he's established himself as a weekly RB1 and has a chance to be the overall RB1 on the season, quite honestly. His ADP and ranking continue to rise each week.

Saquon Barkley vs Rams
-  Barkley was a rare bright spot for an otherwise moribund Eagles offense, showing no ill effects from the stinger that cost him substantial time in a Week 2 win over the Titans. The star running back got his night started on the right foot with a 12-yard run on Philadelphia's opening possession and a nine-yarder on the second drive that was wiped out by a holding penalty. Barkley would go on to add another four rushes of seven or more yards, including a game-long 17-yard scamper. Barkley has yet to top 15 carries in any of the first three games of the season, but he's been highly efficient while averaging 5.1 yards per carry and posting four runs of 10-plus yards overall. Barkley and the Eagles have a tall order on their Week 4 ledger, however, as the Rams come to town Sunday.

TreVeyon Henderson vs Bills
-  Playing in his second game of the season, Henderson led the Patriots in carries and rushing yards, but each of those figures were only one more than those generated by backfield mate Rhamondre Stevenson. Henderson had a much more efficient showing in his Week 2 season debut with a 16-carry, 76-yard, one-touchdown showing against the Steelers, but game script had a significant impact on the volume for both of the Patriots' backs Sunday. Henderson will look to get back on track in a key Week 4 road divisional matchup against the Bills next Sunday.

Sit DJ Moore vs Patriots The Patriots rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Making his return from an early Week 2 exit due to a shoulder injury, Moore jumped right back into the swing of things by leading the Bills in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The veteran wideout has made an impact in both of his non-injury-shortened games with Josh Allen, producing an 11-167-1 line on 18 targets. Moore figures to continue commanding the majority of Allen's attention in a Week 4 home matchup against the Patriots next Sunday. However, that could also mean a matchup with Christian Gonzalez, one of the league's best cover guys.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 47 0.04

Sit Jameson Williams vs Panthers The Panthers rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The fifth-year wideout has watched Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown dominate the Lions' offense to begin the season, as that duo has combined for 11 total touchdowns -- including four in Sunday's win -- while Williams is still looking to make his first trip to the end zone in 2026. Williams will take a 10-137-0 line on 17 targets into a Week 4 tilt on the road against the Panthers. Keep in mind that the Panthers rank #3 against fantasy WRs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 54 0

Sit Ladd McConkey vs Seahawks The Seahawks rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Justin Herbert's top target turned in a solid stat line in the Chargers' third straight loss to open the season, but it still wasn't enough to net Los Angeles its first win. McConkey finished second in receptions and receiving yards while slotting in third in targets on the afternoon for the Bolts, but through three contests, he sports a modest 12-183-1 line on 15 targets. It doesn't get any easier for the Chargers in Week 4, as they pay a visit to the defending champion Seahawks next Sunday afternoon. Being that the Seahawks rank 4th against fantasy WRs, this matchup isn't ideal for McConkey and a struggling Chargers offense.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 52 0

Sit Rashee Rice vs Raiders Rice was the only Kansas City pass catcher with more than three targets, and he paced the team in receiving yards as well, but Patrick Mahomes' two touchdown passes went to Kenneth Walker and Travis Kelce. Rice's target total has climbed from two in Week 1 to six in Week 2 and now nine in Week 3, so his usage has been trending in the right direction ahead of a Week 4 road game against the Raiders. He averaged 9.8 targets per game in eight appearances last season. However, he faces a Raiders defense that ranks 2nd against fantasy WRs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 58 0

Sit Tre Tucker vs Chiefs The Chiefs rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Tucker finished second the team in targets, but he was far behind tight end Brock Bowers (13). The wide receiver was on the field for 40 of the team's 70 offensive snaps, and he was able to make it three straight games with at least two receptions to open the season. Tucker has now caught 11 of 15 targets for 189 yards and a touchdown to this point in 2026. This week he faces a Chiefs' defense that ranks #1 against fantasy WRs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 3 42 0

Risks...

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Panthers
-  The Panthers rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The star wideout tied Jahmyr Gibbs to lead the Lions in targets, but St. Brown did little with his volume aside from a four-yard TD strike from Jared Goff in the second quarter. It was still St. Brown's fifth score of the season in three games, to go along with 23 catches for 228 yards on 35 targets. He'll likely get plenty of looks from Goff again in Week 4 on the road against the Panthers. However, the Panthers rank 3rd against fantasy WRs this season.

Brian Thomas Jr. vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Thomas' minimal role in the Jaguars' air attack was glaring on a day when Trevor Lawrence threw three touchdown passes. All of Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington, Brenton Strange, Josh Cameron and LeQuint Allen outpaced Thomas with at least one aspect of their receiving lines, and the latter has a modest 7-88-0 line on 12 targets over the first three games of the campaign. Given the complementary role he seems to have fallen into, Thomas' prospects are generally dim heading into a Week 4 road matchup against the Bengals next Sunday. BTJ is getting dropped in many leagues and we don't blame owners for giving up on him. His 2024 campaign looks like it is far in the rearview mirror and we haven't seen signs of him rebounding.

Dontayvion Wicks vs Rams
-  The Rams rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. While he wasn't able to get into the end zone, Wicks still had a strong showing as the Eagles' clear WR2 behind DeVonta Smith and ahead of rookie first-round pick Makai Lemon. The former Packer is looking good in his new offense, producing a 7-147-1 line on 10 targets through two contests, and Wicks will look to keep developing chemistry with Jalen Hurts in a Week 3 road trip to Chicago.

Jalen Coker vs Lions
- This matchup looks great for him against the woeful Lions secondary. However, he is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Coker made an early exit from Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Browns due to the quad issue, but follow-up tests Monday appear to have revealed nothing overly significant. That being said, Coker's status for Week 4 is still up in the air, with his practice activity Wednesday through Friday likely to be the determining factor in whether he plays. Despite leaving early in Week 3 in addition to being a regular on injury reports ahead of the Panthers' last two games due to an ankle issue, Coker has gotten off to a stellar start to the season with an 18-222-2 receiving line on 22 targets.

Justin Jefferson vs Dolphins
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Jefferson is an all-world talent, but fantasy managers should expect him to miss a week unless he heals incredibly fast. First and foremost, the Vikings host the Dolphins in Week 4 - a game they should be able to win without Jefferson. If this is nothing more than a garden-variety low-ankle sprain, then Jefferson is a good bet to return to form in Week 5. Assuming Jefferson sits out Week 4, expect Jordan Addison to be a strong start in fantasy.

MIKE EVANS vs Broncos
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Evans' fantasy managers would be thrilled if he were healthy enough to play in Week 4 against the Broncos, but it should be noted that he was carted off the field after suffering the injury in the second quarter of Week 3. In short, consider Evans more on the doubtful side of questionable until further notice. If Evans has to miss Week 4, Deebo Samuel and George Kittle would be the most likely to benefit from a fantasy perspective - albeit against a very stingy pass defense.

Puka Nacua vs Eagles
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Nacua has missed the past two gams due to a hip injury (on official practice reports) or what McVay alternatively has called "soreness in his groin" that's unrelated to the psoas discomfort the wide receiver dealt with in training camp. McVay relayed to Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com on Friday that if Nacua doesn't play Sunday at Denver, which came to pass, he likely will be available Week 4. McVay was more subdued Monday, also telling Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times that Nacua's upcoming status is "to be determined." As a result, the will he or won't he suit up with Nacua likely will continue until close to next weekend's kickoff or even beyond that point.

Quentin Johnston vs Seahawks
-  The Seahawks rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Johnston finished second on the team in targets, and his 40 receiving yards were nearly double his previous season total of 24 yards. He and the rest of the Chargers' offense have yet to find their stride in 2026, making him hard to trust as a fantasy asset. The wide receiver will look to get back on track in a tough matchup in Week 4 against the Seahawks.

Rashod Bateman vs Titans
-  Bateman finished second on the team in receiving yards behind Zay Flowers, who compiled 84 receiving yards in the latter's return from a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. Bateman stepped up with seven catches for 88 yards and a touchdown while Flowers was sidelined in Week 2, but Flowers is the clear No. 1 option in Baltimore's wide receiver room, as Bateman was held without a catch when Flowers was active for the season opener. Up next for Bateman and the Ravens will be a Week 4 home game against the Titans.

Tre' Harris vs Seahawks
-  The Seahawks rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Harris led the team in targets, receptions and receiving yards in the loss, all of which represented new career highs for the second-year pro. The wide receiver has now reeled in 10 of 16 targets for 149 yards over three games to open the regular season, and he appears to be on track to be a pivotal member of the team's passing attack in 2026.

Start George Pickens vs Texans The fifth-year wideout led the Cowboys in targets while setting new season highs in targets, catches and receiving yards, as he begins to shake off a slow start to the campaign. Pickens is still searching for his first TD of 2026, or even his first gain of 20-plus yards, but he'll look to continue building momentum in a Week 4 road trip to Houston who has allowed the 2nd most fantasy points to WRs. Look for Pickens to pick up his first TD this week.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 6 88 1

Start KEENAN ALLEN vs Commanders The Commanders rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Allen was able to take advantage of the absence of Alec Pierce (heel) in Week 3, matching his season-high six receptions while notching his first touchdown of the year in the second quarter on a six-yard pass from Daniel Jones. With Pierce set to miss extended time, Allen will have a chance to carve out a significant role for himself as a reliable option for Indianapolis. THis week the savvy old vet faces a Commanders defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing WRs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 6 84 1

Start Michael Wilson vs Giants The Cardinals offense certainly hasn't been a problem through the first three weeks but this was the first time we've seen Wilson look like his 2025 version. It's a good sign for his value moving forward but dynasty managers will need to see more before feeling comfortable with him in their lineups moving forward.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 7 87 1

Start Parker Washington vs Bengals The Bengals rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. The dynamic slot receiver tied for second in receptions and targets on the afternoon for Jacksonville while also finishing as the runner-up in receiving yards. Washington was on the receiving end of one of Trevor Lawrence's three touchdown passes of the day, recording a 17-yard scoring grab late in the third quarter. Washington's totals Sunday were season lows across the board, but he's off to a hot start with a 15-221-2 receiving line over the first three games heading into a Week 4 road showdown against the Bengals next Sunday.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 6 90 1

Start Tetairoa McMillan vs Lions The Lions rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The Panthers' No. 1 receiver fell victim to a Browns defense that played aggressively for the second straight game. Cleveland brought pressure on Bryce Young throughout while recording a trio of sacks and picking him off once, and McMillan's production suffered as a result. McMillan's catch and receiving yardage totals tied for and qualified as the second-lowest figures of his career, respectively, making it an all-around forgettable afternoon for the second-year wideout. McMillan and the rest of the Panthers offense will look to regroup and atone for the stumble in a Week 4 primetime home showdown against the Lions next Sunday night, and McMillan will be in line for an even heavier workload than usual if Jalen Coker (quadriceps) is unable to suit up against the Lions who have allowed the 3rd most fantasy points to WRs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 7 102 1

Rewards...

Chris Olave vs Falcons
-  The fifth-year wideout led the Saints in catches, targets and receiving yards, but all four of Tyler Shough's TD passes went to tight ends instead of Olave. Olave has hauled in more than 100 yards in two of three games to begin the season, amassing a 27-375-1 line on 36 targets, and he'll look to keep rolling in Week 4 at home against the Falcons.

Christian Watson vs Buccaneers
- When Watson is healthy, he's really good. He now has 17 catches for 284 yards and four scores through just three games this season, looking dynamic in the process. While the Packers offensive line and rushing attack are destroying the offense, Watson has at least been able to make some plays in the passing game. He's looking like a must start moving forward and a player who is certainly on the rise.

Drake London vs Saints
-  London came into the game with just six catches for 80 yards in the first two weeks, so this was a welcome sight. While dynasty managers are certainly wanting more in the touchdown department, those are inevitably coming. London was much more productive with a capable quarterback and his early season woes are likely in the rearview mirror. This week London gets a matchup against a Falcons defense that has allowed the 6th most fantasy points to WRs.

Ja'Marr Chase vs Jaguars
- Chase paced the Bengals in receptions, receiving yards and targets, taking his customary position at the top of the team's pass-catching corps. The All-Pro wideout recorded his touchdown on a three-yard grab with just under six minutes remaining in the first quarter to answer a Steelers opening-drive score, marking his third trip to the end zone already this season. Chase will aim to stay just as productive when the Jaguars pay a visit for a Week 4 showdown next Sunday.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba vs Chargers
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. JSN now has six touchdowns through just three games on the young season. Combine that total with 27 catches and over 400 receiving yards through three games and this simply looks like a continuation of what was a breakout elite season last year. JSN is a must start in dynasty leagues and is clearly making a run at being the WR1 in 2026.

Jordan Addison vs Dolphins
-  Addison stepped up after Justin Jefferson was forced from the game. There has never been any real doubting of Addison's talent but the presence of Jefferson and the typical poor play from Minnesota's quarterbacks has typically held him down. Perhaps this is the start of something good but we'll need to see more before moving Addison up in the rankings.

Josh Downs vs Commanders
-  The Commanders rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Downs garnered the most targets on the team, narrowly edging out tight end Tyler Warren (10), while his 77 receiving yards led the way for Indianapolis. With Alec Pierce (heel) sidelined for the foreseeable future, Downs appears to have taken command as the team's No. 1 option at wide receiver. Over three games to open the regular season, the wideout has reeled in 14 of 24 targets for 186 yards, and he'll have a strong chance to secure his first touchdown of the season in Week 4 against the Commanders.

Konata Mumpfield vs Eagles
-  Mumpfield operated in a more prominent role at wide receiver behind Davante Adams once again in Week 3 while Puka Nacua (hip) remained sidelined for a second game in a row. The rookie finished third on the team in targets behind Adams (13) and tight end Tyler Higbee (11). Mumpfield's biggest moment of the game came in the fourth quarter when he connected with quarterback Matthew Stafford for a 48-yard score with 3:46 remaining in regulation. The wide receiver has now opened his NFL career by catching five of 11 targets for 105 yards and a touchdown over three regular-season contests. If Nacua is out again Mumpfield may be a sneaky good play.

Malik Nabers vs Cardinals
-  The Giants' passing game struggled with Jameis Winston under center instead of Jaxson Dart (knee), and while Nabers led the team in catches and targets, he didn't make much of an impact -- his longest gain went for just 12 yards. That doesn't bode well for the rest of the third-year wideout's campaign with Dart not expected back until 2027, but Nabers and Winston will have plenty of time to develop more chemistry. Nabers will take a 12-96-0 line on 19 targets into a Week 4 home tilt against the Cardinals who have allowed the 4th most fantasy points to WRs.

Romeo Doubs vs Bills
-  The Bills rank #28 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Doubs finished second on the Patriots in both catches and receiving yards to Mack Hollins, the latter of whom finished with a 6-87-0 receiving line on nine targets. Doubs and Hollins will continue to operate as Drake Maye's top targets in the absence of A.J. Brown (ankle), who will miss at least the next two weeks while on injured reserve. Doubs will take a 6-145-0 receiving line on 11 targets into a Week 4 road matchup against Buffalo.

STEFON DIGGS vs Colts
-  The Colts rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Diggs finished second on the team in targets behind fellow wideout Terry McLaurin, but he was unable to make it three straight games with a touchdown. Diggs has now recorded at least four receptions in each of his first three contests as a member of the Commanders, reeling in 13 of 22 targets for 135 yards and three scores. Backup quarterback Marcus Mariota proved to be a viable starter in Week 3 with Jayden Daniels (elbow) unavailable, so fantasy managers don't have to worry about Diggs moving forward.

TERRY MCLAURIN vs Colts
-  The Colts rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. After two frustrating games to begin the season that saw multiple near misses in the end zone, McLaurin finally broke out with Marcus Mariota under center instead of Jayden Daniels (elbow), hauling in a 30-yard strike in the third quarter of Sunday's upset. McLaurin led the Commanders in catches, targets and receiving yards in the win, and he'll take a 10-141-1 line on 22 targets into a Week 4 home tilt against the Colts.

Sit Colston Loveland vs Jets Head coach Ben Johnson appeared to make a concerted effort to get the ball into Loveland's hands Monday after the tight end's slow first two games, and that approach met with some success. While all three components of Loveland's receiving line qualified as season-high figures, the second-year pro's longest reception went for just 12 yards and he was well behind the wideout trio of Kalif Raymond, Luther Burden and Rome Odunze in receiving yards. Loveland's chemistry with fill-in signal-caller Case Keenum was encouraging, however, and the duo should have a chance to continue working together in Sunday's Week 4 home matchup against the Jets. However, the Jets rank 6th against fantasy TEs. We expect Loveland to break out at some point, we're just not betting on this week with the matchup against the Jets solid LBs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 3 35 0

Sit Dalton Kincaid vs Patriots The Patriots rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings and have allowed the fewest fantasy points to TEs this season. Kincaid finished third in receptions and receiving yards on the afternoon for the Bills and tied for the same slotting in targets, but the tight end's downturn in production compared to the first two weeks stood out. He had opened the season with a combined 12-125-1 line on 14 targets, but the Chargers appeared to key on slowing him down Sunday and also forced the ball from him at the end of a 24-yard catch late in the third quarter for his first lost fumble since his 2023 rookie campaign.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 44 0

Sit Tucker Kraft vs Buccaneers Kraft finished third in targets and catches on the night for the Packers, but in uncharacteristic fashion, the field-stretching tight end was limited to a short-area role. He made an impressively rapid recovery from last year's torn ACL, which he suffered Week 9 of the 2025 campaign, to open the season in his customary No. 1 tight end role. However, he's mustered a modest a 9-106-0 line on 17 targets through three games heading into a Week 4 road matchup against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Oct. 4. With Jayden Reed out and an offensive line dinged up, we figured he would see more target share the last two weeks. However, he's also being called on to help with protection a lot too.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4 42 0

Risks...

Jake Ferguson vs Texans
-  Ferguson was able to reach the end zone for the second straight week, connecting with quarterback Dak Prescott for a 19-yard score in the third quarter. The tight end did have a mishap early in the fourth quarter, losing a fumble after reeling in a short pass from Prescott. Ferguson has now caught nine of 11 targets for 72 yards and three touchdowns over three contests this season, and he'll face a tough test against the Texans dominant defense in Week 4.

Kyle Pitts Sr. vs Saints
-  Even with the return of Michael Penix, Pitts was a complete non-factor in the game. In fact, he now has just two catches for 20 yards through three games on the season. To put that into perspective, Brevyn Spann-Ford, Blake Whiteheart, Nate Adkins, and Josh Oliver all have more fantasy points than Pitts this season and they've all played in two games instead of three. When you let that soak in, it's DEFCON 1 in regards to Pitts and his dynasty value.

MARK ANDREWS vs Titans
-  Andrews was limited by a hand injury that he suffered in the second quarter, and he was only on the field for 33 of the team's 64 offensive snaps. The tight end has recorded at least three catches in each of the team's first three games, reeling in 13 of 18 targets for 122 yards so far this season. Andrews has yet to reach the end zone this year, and his next chance will come against the Titans in Week 4. That said, the Titans rank 3rd against TEs.

Sam LaPorta vs Panthers
-  The Panthers rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The fourth-year tight end had his quietest game of the season, as five different Lions saw at least three targets from Jared Goff on the afternoon. LaPorta has been a complementary piece of an offense dominated by Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown in the early going, producing a 14-144-1 line on 19 targets through three contests. LaPorta will look to step up his numbers in Week 4 on the road against the Panthers.

TYLER HIGBEE vs Eagles
-  Higbee went from having no targets in Week 2 to leading the team with eight catches while finishing second only to wide receiver Davante Adams (13) in targets one week later. The tight end reeled in his first touchdown of the year to cap off the team's second possession of the game, connecting with quarterback Matthew Stafford for a five-yard score. Higbee may have seen the added opportunities as a result of fellow tight end Terrance Ferguson sustaining an ankle injury in the first quarter, but Ferguson was able to return to action. Higbee will have a chance to prove that his performance wasn't an anomaly when the team hosts Philadelphia in Week 4, however, we are not buying his ability to post good back-to-back performances, especially being that the Eagles have allowed the second fewest fantasy points to TEs.

Start Harold Fannin Jr. vs Steelers The second-year tight end led the Browns in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, and he capped off Cleveland's upset victory with a 14-yard touchdown grab at the 1:48 mark of the fourth quarter. The score proved to be the difference in the game, and it was preceded by a two-yard scoring grab just before halftime. After a quiet Week 1, Fannin has come alive with a combined 12-125-2 line on 15 targets over the last pair of contests, affording him plenty of momentum heading into a Week 4 divisional home showdown against the Steelers on Thursday night.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 6 69 1

Start TRAVIS KELCE vs Raiders Kelce has a great matchup against a Raiders defense that has allowed the second most fantasy points to TEs. Kelce notched a 48-yard gain on the game's opening play and added an 11-yard touchdown catch with 2:55 remaining in the fourth quarter. Despite Kelce's lack of involvement as a pass catcher in between those two plays, he finished second on the team in receiving yards behind Rashee Rice, who turned nine targets into 88 yards. Heading into a Week 4 road game against the Raiders, Kelce has compiled 14 catches for 231 yards and two touchdowns on 18 targets.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 5 71 1

Start Tyler Warren vs Commanders The Commanders rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Warren failed to score a touchdown for the first time this season but set a new career high in catches while seeing plenty of involvement as a pass catcher in the absence of wide receiver Alec Pierce (heel), who was placed on IR after exiting early in the Week 2 loss to Kansas City. The second-year tight end is poised to maintain a prominent role when the Colts travel to London to face the Commanders in Week 4. Perhaps this is the week he turns some of those catches into a longer gain. The matchup against Washington (in London) should yield good results as Warren faces a Commanders defense that has allowed the 3rd most fantasy points to TEs.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 7 78 1

Rewards...

AJ Barner vs Chargers
-  Barner saw an intense target share in Sunday's contest, picking up the slack for the Seahawks' offense. The Commanders' defense relentlessly prioritized Jaxon Smith-Njigba as the game developed, leaving Barner to see plenty of attention in a losing effort. Barner could play a bigger role as teams try to double JSN more and more.

Brenton Strange vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Most of Strange's production came on a 23-yard catch midway through the second quarter, which put the Jaguars just outside the red zone and helped lead to a 10-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence to Jakobi Meyers five plays later. Strange finished Sunday's game tied for the second-most targets and catches and third in receiving yards behind Meyers (64) and Parker Washington (40). Strange is off to a somewhat slow start to the 2026 season, though he's competing against Meyers, Washington and Brian Thomas for targets in the passing game. Strange will take a 7-72-1 receiving line (on 10 targets) into a Week 4 road clash against the Bengals. We expect those numbers to improve as the Bengals have allowed the 5th most fantasy points to TEs.

Brock Bowers vs Chiefs
-  The Chiefs rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. However, analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Yeah, that checks out. Bowers was his dominant self on Sunday as he helped lead the Raiders to a surprising 3-0 start by leading the Raiders in targets, yards and catches. Bowers will be in the mix for the overall TE1 spot moving forward each and every week. Dynasty managers can put his early season injury in the rearview mirror.

DALTON SCHULTZ vs Cowboys
-  Schultz crashed back down to earth after recording 12 catches for 140 yards in the previous game. The Texans remained without top WR Nico Collins (hamstring), and only Xavier Hutchinson (51) had more receiving yards than Schultz as C.J. Stroud threw for just 167 yards in Sunday's loss. Schultz figures to remain among Stroud's top targets in Week 4 against the Cowboys, even if Collins comes back.

GEORGE KITTLE vs Broncos
- Kittle is a beast and looked fully back to normal after his injury in last year's playoffs. He led the 49ers in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, marking what may have been his return to both full health and a full workload following last January's Achilles tear. The veteran tight end struck from 10 and 20 yards out for his pair of fourth-quarter scoring grabs, his first multi-TD tally since Week 11 of last season. Kittle now has hit or exceeded the 80-yard mark in consecutive games, and he should remain heavily involved in a Week 4 home matchup against a Broncos defense that tends to funnel passing toward the middle of the field due to its outstanding cornerback play.

Greg Dulcich vs Vikings
-  Dulcich had his far-and-away best performance of the season, seeing seven targets in the loss. The tight end's next-closest number of targets was three in Week 2. The 26-year-old received over double the attention in Week 3 after De'Von Achane (knee) suffered a serious injury.

HUNTER HENRY vs Bills
-  The Bills rank #28 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The Patriots offense struggled as a whole Sunday, with Drake Maye completing 14 of 25 passes (8.0 YPC) for 199 yards and two interceptions. Even with A.J. Brown (ankle, IR) sidelined for the last two weeks, Henry has logged just four catches for 45 yards on seven targets, and he's well behind pace to match his 60-768-7 receiving line (on 87 targets) across 17 regular-season games in 2025. Up next is a Week 4 road tilt against the Bills, whose defense held Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden catchless on three targets in a Week 3 win for Buffalo.

JUWAN JOHNSON vs Falcons
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The veteran tight end continues to have an impressive start to the season, hauling in TD strikes of one and two yards from Tyler Shough. but Johnson had a tough end to his day as he fumbled to end the Saints' final possession while they were trying to mount a comeback late in the fourth quarter. Johnson has put together a 15-173-3 line on 19 targets through three games, and he'll look to atone for his miscue in a Week 4 home tilt against the Falcons.

Kenyon Sadiq vs Bears
- Sadiq showed terrific hands and athleticism last week against the Lions. Take that performance with a grain of salt though as the Lions have allowed 2 TDs to TEs in each of their first 3 games. Still, his performance shows that the Jets should unleash him more and with AD Mitchell dinged up, he looks like the second best target for the passing attack behind Garrett Wilson.

Tommy Tremble vs Lions
- We expect Darren Waller to be the best bet for the Panthers TEs to score as the Lions have allowed 2 TDs to TEs in 3 consecutive weeks. Detroit ranks #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Tremble played 34 offensive snaps, which ended up being just under 56 percent of the Panthers' total offensive plays. The tight end also contributed 11 special teams snaps in the losing effort, showing some versatility in what was overall a productive offensive day for the Panthers.

Trey McBride vs Giants
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. The talented tight end filled his usual workhorse role, finishing second in all of receptions, receiving yards and targets for the Cardinals behind Michael Wilson. The chemistry between McBride and Jacoby Brissett is extremely well-established after nearly a season working together, and the former already has a 26-211-2 line on 34 targets through only three games, recording at least eight receptions and logging no fewer than 10 targets in each contest. McBride will continue to offer perhaps the best floor of any player at his position in a Week 4 road matchup against the Giants next Sunday.

Sit Cameron Dicker vs Seahawks Dicker's made field goals came from 33, 21 and 33 yards, with his miss early in the second quarter coming from 45 yards. Dicker has missed two of his five field-goal attempts through the first three games of the regular season, well below the 90 percent success rate he enjoyed in each of the first four years of his NFL career. This week's matchup isn't super tempting as the Chargers play a Seahawks defense that ranks 4th against fantasy kickers.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 1 2 1

Sit Ryan Fitzgerald vs Lions The kicker hit from 35, 41, 53 and 37 yards out, helping the Panthers stay in the game even as they struggled to find the end zone. Fitzgerald has made all seven of his field-goal attempts on the young season, though he has missed one extra point. This week's matchup might be tempting for you until you realize that the Lions have allowed the 3rd most fantasy points to kickers because they allow teams to score TDs without stopping them in FG range.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 0 0 4

Risks...

Dominic Zvada vs Cardinals
- Zvada and the G--men face the Cardinals who have allowed the 5th fewest fantasy points to kickers.

EDDY PIÑEIRO vs Broncos
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Pineiro had not missed an extra point in 2026 coming into Sunday. He has nonetheless made 11 through three contests, so he's getting regular scoring opportunities in the 49ers' high-powered offense.

HARRISON BUTKER vs Raiders
-  The kicker missed from 50 yards out late in the fourth quarter when the game was well in hand. Butker is six of eight on field-goal tries and 10 of 10 on extra-point attempts in 2026. He is getting enough opportunities in the Chiefs' new-look offense to average double digits in fantasy. However, this week he faces a Raiders defense that ranks 2nd against fantasy kickers.

Start BRANDON AUBREY vs Texans The kicker had a 59-yard attempt blocked in the third quarter. Aubrey has now missed one field goal and one extra point this season, though he is getting plenty of opportunities in Dallas' high-scoring offense, with nine extra-point attempts and seven field-goal tries through three games. While he only ranks 7th or 8th in fantasy kicker scoring depending on your league format, a matchup against the Texans who have given up the 3rd most fantasy points to kickers is a great bet.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 3 3 3

Start Trey Smack vs Buccaneers Smack has a nice matchup against a Bucs defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to kickers so far. Meanwhile, the lack of a running game for Green Bay spells that drives will likely stall in the red zone.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 3 3 2

Rewards...

CHASE MCLAUGHLIN vs Packers
- The kicker has yet to miss this season, and he has now made nine field goals through three games. Unfortunately, the 0-3 Bucs have only afforded him five extra-point attempts across three contests and there is a bit of a pause for concern with a rookie backup QB under center.

CHRIS BOSWELL vs Browns
-  Boswell missed one kick in each of the first two games of the regular season, but he was perfect during Sunday's win. He connected on field goals from 44, 36 and 33 yards, the last of which occurred just before the two-minute warning of the fourth quarter and gave Pittsburgh the lead for good. It appears the Steelers' offense may have figured something out in Week 3, and that continued success would raise Boswell's scoring floor over the coming weeks. This week's matchup looks good as the Browns have allowed the 2nd most fantasy points to kickers.

Evan McPherson vs Jaguars
-  McPherson's first made field goal came from 50 yards out, which was his fifth made field goal from 50-plus yards this season. He has yet to miss a kick through three regular-season games, and he'll continue to operate with a higher scoring floor than most kickers for as long as the Bengals' offense under Joe Burrow continues to move the ball. Up next is a Week 4 home tilt against the Jaguars on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Spencer Shrader vs Commanders
- It looked like Shrader was going to observe Sunday's contest from the sidelines after he sustained a groin injury during pregame warmups. However, Shrader was cleared to attempt a field goal in the first quarter, and two of his four made field goals came from 50-plus yards, including a 53-yarder with 19 seconds left in the fourth quarter to give the Colts their first win of the season. Shrader has made all eight of his field-goal attempts (including three from 50-plus yards) and six of seven extra-point tries through the first three games of the regular season.

Tyler Loop vs Titans
-  Loop's kick flew just inside the left upright to lift the Ravens to victory. The kicker has missed just once in 2026 so far. As long as the Ravens keep scoring, the 2025 sixth-round pick will remain a strong fantasy play. This week, he faces a Titans defense that has allowed the 4th most fantasy points to kickers.

Will Reichard vs Dolphins
-  The kicker made field goals from 56, 54 and 43 yards, respectively. Reichard has yet to miss in 2026, and he has now connected on four field-goal tries from 50 yards or longer.

Sit Detroit Lions vs Panthers The Panthers have allowed the 8th fewest points to fantasy D/STs and the Lions defense has struggled in the points allowed category even though they've had their fair share of sacks.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 2 0 0

Sit New England Patriots vs Bills The Bills struggled on offense last week, but we're not buying the Pats 7th-ranked fantasy D/ST as a great bet against them this week.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 2 0 0

Risks...

Carolina Panthers vs Lions
- The Lions have allowed the 2nd fewest fantasy points to D/STs (a negative amount) so far, as they have scored 31 points in three consecutive weeks. The Panthers' defense shouldn't be a great value this week, missing their top cover corner.

Denver Broncos vs 49ers
- The 49ers have allowed the fewest fantasy points to D/STs (a negative amount), so the Broncos D/ST is not a great bet this week.

Houston Texans vs Cowboys
- The Texans entered the season with one of the most feared fantasy D/STs, but they rank in the middle of the pack. Meanwhile, the Cowboys have allowed the 3rd fewest fantasy points to D/STs.

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Bengals
- The Jags defense is off to a hot start but Burrow and Chase (*2) should slow them down this week.

Las Vegas Raiders vs Chiefs
- The Raiders boast the #2 fantasy D/ST, but their matchup against the Chiefs doesn't look as enticing when you consider they face a Chiefs offense that has allowed the 4th fewest fantasy points to D/STs.

Philadelphia Eagles vs Rams
- The Rams have allowed the 7th most fantasy points to D/STs, but we expect Nacua back this week. Meanwhile, the Eagles defense is definitely not as feared as they were the previous few seasons.

Start Green Bay Packers vs Buccaneers The Packers should fare well with a matchup against a Bucs offense that is starting a backup rookie QB and has allowed the most fantasy points to D/STs.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 3 1 2

Start Minnesota Vikings vs Dolphins The Vikings have the #1 fantasy D/ST going right now and a juicy matchup against a Dolphins offense that has allowed the 4th most fantasy points to D/STs AND just lost their top offensive player. Start the Vikes with confidence!

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 5 2 1

Rewards...

Baltimore Ravens vs Titans
-  The challenge for Hill is the fact he's currently not on an NFL roster. If he can pass a physical and prove he's remotely healthy, his talent should change that detail. Hill is coming off a gruesome leg injury suffered in week four last season and is likely a ways away from his normal self. Still, it's hard to see him not being roster worthy in dynasty leagues should he make this anticipated comeback. Stay tuned.

Buffalo Bills vs Patriots
- The Bills fantasy D/ST hasn't been anything to write home about, but a matchup against Drake Maye and the struggling Pats offense should yield nice results this week.

Seattle Seahawks vs Chargers
- The Chargers' offense doesn't look good, which is a major shocker to us with their RBs, QB, and WRs. Their OL is struggling, and the play-calling and scheme doesn't seem to be exactly a great fit for their personnel. Since they have allowed the 5th most fantasy points to D/STs, the Seahawks should rebound from their poor performance in DC.

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