Week 9 Fantasy Football Rankings | Start/Sit QB, RB, WR & TE

Welcome to our Week 9 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers and Start/Sit Advice. Below you’ll find rankings for every relevant QB, RB, WR and TE, along with our confidence rating and advanced metrics for every matchup powered by Fantasy Points Data Suite.

If you want to learn more about the advanced stats used with these Week 9 Start/Sit Rankings, check out Advanced Stats to Know for 2026.

Confidence Meter: Dynasty Nerds confidence in the player’s weekly ranking and expected fantasy role. It is not a projected probability of hitting a specific statistical outcome.

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Week 9 Fantasy Football Rankings Start/Sit

Quick Start/Sit Rankings

Use the tables below to find every Week 9 QB, RB, WR and TE ranked by tier. Click/tap any position to jump directly to its rankings.

QB | RB | WR |TE | FLEX |Table of Statistics | Team Stats

Week 9 Quarterback Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite QB1

Joe Burrow gets a terrific matchup against a struggling Falcons secondary that has allowed at least 280 passing yards in 5 of its last 7 games.

Brock Purdy returns from his bye week, hopefully with some of his weapons back, and draws a favorable matchup against a Raiders defense that has struggled, allowing at least 2 passing touchdowns in 6 consecutive games.

Tier 2 | Strong QB1

Jared Goff should offer an elite fantasy floor against the Dolphins, who have allowed at least 2 passing touchdowns in 6 of their 7 games this season.

Drake Maye is on the bust radar this week, as the Packers have allowed the 5th-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks but the 3rd-most fantasy points per dropback in the league.

Tier 3 | Matchup-Driven QB1/High-End QB2 Options

It could simply be situational, but the Colts have not allowed a quarterback to throw for over 240 passing yards since Week 1, which could limit Dak Prescott‘s fantasy upside this week.

Patrick Mahomes faces a weak Jets defense that has allowed opposing quarterbacks to score at least 3 total touchdowns in 3 consecutive games.

The Buccaneers’ defense has been fierce as of late, but they run the 3rd-highest rate of zone coverage in the league, and Caleb Williams ranks 8th in quarterback rating against zone coverage. Last week, Williams faced a defense that played a high rate of zone coverage and was able to produce against it.

Despite going on the road in Week 9, Jordan Love faces a Patriots defense that runs the 3rd-highest rate of man coverage in the league, a coverage scheme he has performed well against this season. Plus, Love has thrown at least 2 passing touchdowns in every road game this year.

Tier 4 | Volatile QB2 Starters

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	FP Last 4	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	QB Rate vs Blitz	QB Rate vs Press	CPOE	Deep Throw %	FP/OPP	EPA/DB	P2S%
MIA	Malik Willis	DET	82%	15.9	21.8	100.9	87.2	89.0	74.5	0.4	15.7	0.12	0.47	13.1
LV	Kirk Cousins	SF	82%	24.5	20.5	89.1	103.7	83.2	97.0	0.4	9.2	0.17	0.54	14.9
ATL	Michael Penix Jr.	CIN	82%	15.8	15.3	127.9	78.3	92.9	123.3	1.0	6.5	0.00	0.45	20.5
HOU	CJ Stroud	LAC	81%	21.2	20.5	100.2	97.4	111.5	104.2	5.3	12.6	0.14	0.48	14.9
MIN	Kyler Murray	BUF	79%	13.6	17.7	80.3	90.0	65.1	111.8	4.6	10.4	-0.05	0.40	23.4

Malik Willis offers some sleeper appeal in Superflex leagues, as the Lions have allowed every opposing quarterback to throw at least 2 passing touchdowns this season.

C.J. Stroud, who was playing great football before the Texans’ bye week, could be in for a trap game against a Chargers defense that has not allowed a QB1 performance in 3 consecutive games.

This should be a favorable matchup for Kyler Murray if he can get things going, as the Bills have allowed quarterbacks to throw for at least 260 passing yards and 2 touchdowns in 5 of their 7 games this season.

Michael Penix Jr. should look to bounce back against a Bengals defense that plays the 2nd-highest rate of man coverage in the league. Penix ranks 3rd in quarterback rating against man coverage, making this an excellent opportunity for him to get back on track.

Tier 5 | Desperation Superflex

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	FP Last 4	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	QB Rate vs Blitz	QB Rate vs Press	CPOE	Deep Throw %	FP/OPP	EPA/DB	P2S%
SEA	Drew Lock	ARi	77%	21.1	0.0	89.6	126.7	138.4	113.6	9.8	10.4	0.48	0.67	13.3
NO	Tyler Shough	CLE	75%	21.7	14.5	118.7	81.8	84.5	112.4	3.4	11.0	0.03	0.45	14.9
DEN	Bo Nix	CAR	74%	15.9	14.7	57.0	87.6	58.8	49.7	-0.9	9.6	-0.02	0.41	11.5
CLE	Deshaun Watson	NO	72%	16.5	13.5	69.7	99.5	87.5	54.0	0.6	10.5	0.00	0.39	26.8
TB	Baker Mayfield	CHI	72%	9.8	4.0	91.3	74.8	98.2	76.3	3.4	12.7	-0.23	0.37	29.2
NYG	JJ McCarthy	PHI	71%	8.9	9.2	109.8	105.0	59.3	118.8	5.9	18.4	0.22	0.48	20.0
CAR	Byrce Young	DEN	70%	21.7	13.2	84.3	87.3	68.5	86.4	2.2	10.4	0.06	0.45	19.5

Tyler Shough was struggling before the bye week and now faces a Browns defense that has not allowed a quarterback to throw for over 200 passing yards in 4 consecutive games.

Deshaun Watson is currently in concussion protocol and is trending toward missing Week 9.

Could we see Bryce Young bounce back this week? The Broncos have allowed at least 270 passing yards in 3 consecutive games, giving Young an opportunity to get back on track.

Drew Lock is expected to start in place of the injured Sam Darnold and faces a Cardinals defense that allows the 2nd-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks and the most fantasy points per dropback in the league. Lock offers significant upside in Superflex leagues this week.

Tier 6 | QBs to Avoid if Possible

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	Fantasy Points P/G	FP Last 4	QB Rate vs Man	QB Rate vs Zone	QB Rate vs Blitz	QB Rate vs Press	CPOE	Deep Throw %	FP/OPP	EPA/DB	P2S%
NYJ	Geno Smith	KC	65%	18.1	16.9	123.3	103.2	123.9	106.1	4.3	13.0	0.13	0.46	23.2
CLE	Shedeur Sanders	NO	69%	0.1	0.1	0.0	79.2	0.0	0.0	8.5	0.0	-1.49	0.03	0.0
IND	Daniel Jones	DAL	69%	10.1	10.0	68.2	63.4	64.9	72.5	-4.6	9.0	-0.19	0.28	19.5
ARI	Gardner Minshew	SEA	67%	25.5	19.5	100.7	145.0	118.8	0.0	15.5	17.4	0.60	0.93	20.0
PHI	Joe Milton	NYG	66%	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.00	0.00	0.0
LAC	Justin Herbert	HOU	60%	11.5	10.6	68.8	64.3	66.6	52.7	6.2	9.0	-0.27	0.32	22.5
BAL	Joe Fagnano	JAX	55%	-0.1	1.9	25.9	56.3	65.6	0.0	-20.0	0.0	-0.42	0.11	21.4

If Shedeur Sanders gets the start, he could be in for a tough matchup, as the Saints have not allowed an opposing quarterback to throw for more than 1 passing touchdown in a game this season.

Gardner Minshew will have to work some magic if he hopes to produce in Week 9, as the Seahawks have allowed the 2nd-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this season.

Could we see a better outing from Daniel Jones this week? He faces a Cowboys defense that allows the 5th-highest CPOE in the league, which could give him more opportunities to connect with his pass catchers and improve his passing production.

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Week 9 Running Back Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite RB Starts/Sits

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Tier 2 | Near-Elite, Matchup-Proof-ish RB1

The Vikings may look like a tough matchup on paper, but their run defense has struggled recently, allowing a running back to rush for at least 95 yards and a touchdown in 3 of their last 4 games. Fire up James Cook this week.

Kyren Williams could have a tougher matchup than many expect, as the Commanders allow the 3rd-fewest yards before contact per attempt (YBCO/Att) in the league. This suggests their run defense has done an excellent job of preventing offensive lines from creating running lanes, which could limit Williams’ rushing efficiency this week.

Chuba Hubbard draws a solid matchup and should have an opportunity to produce on the ground, as the Broncos have allowed the most missed tackles forced and yards after contact in the league. This could create plenty of opportunities for Hubbard to pick up additional yardage after contact.

Tier 3 | Borderline RB1s With Minor Concerns

Keep an eye on Bhayshul Tuten‘s injury status ahead of Thursday Night Football, as he is dealing with an injury. However, the matchup is favorable, with the Ravens allowing a rushing touchdown in 5 of their last 6 games.

Rhamondre Stevenson should have a solid chance to find the end zone at home this week, as the Packers have allowed a touchdown to a running back in 7 of their 8 games this season.

Bucky Irving should continue his strong production against a Bears defense that has allowed the 5th-most yards before contact per attempt (YBCO/Att) in the league. Irving ranks inside the top 12 in YBCO/Att and has also shown the ability to generate additional yards after contact, making this an excellent matchup for him.

Jonathan Taylor is ranked a bit lower than usual this week due to the ongoing trade rumors surrounding him. However, the matchup is extremely favorable, as the Cowboys allow the 5th-highest explosive run rate and the 2nd-most yards before contact per attempt (YBCO/Att) in the league.

Tier 4 | Volume-Driven RB2s

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i10%	TGT %	Route %	RYOE/ATT	EXP Run %	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT	Zone Success %	Man/Gap Success %
CLE	Quinshon Judkins	NO	83%	10.9	12.8	51%	56%	72.7	10.2	28.0	-0.85	6.4	0.13	1.7	1.6	43.5	43.6
BAL	Derrick Henry	JAX	83%	15.3	11.72	68%	56%	86.2	5.7	25.2	0.00	11.2	0.11	2.32	1.68	58.6	44.8
CHI	D’Andre Swift	TB	81%	15.2	21.8	47%	62%	48.8	10.4	38.8	0.19	10.3	0.22	2.2	1.9	49.3	41.5
MIA	Ollie Gordon II	DET	81%	9.0	13.0	47%	57%	52.4	4.9	42.5	0.37	15.0	0.14	2.2	2.3	26.7	49.2
PHI	Saquon Barkley	NYG	81%	7.8	13.8	30%	36%	31.6	5.4	17.4	0.66	11.8	0.21	2.2	2.7	52.8	47.4

Quinshon Judkins could see a heavy workload in a favorable matchup, especially if Shedeur Sanders gets the start at quarterback. The Saints have allowed a rushing touchdown in every game this season, giving Judkins a strong opportunity to find the end zone.

Derrick Henry will put Jacksonville’s run defense to the test, as the Jaguars have allowed just 1 running back to rush for over 50 yards this season.

Ollie Gordon could be a touchdown-or-bust option this week against a Lions defense that has held opposing running backs under 40 rushing yards in 4 of its last 5 games.

Saquon Barkley has rushed for over 150 yards in 2 of his 3 career games against his former team, the Giants, giving him an opportunity for another big performance this week.

Tier 5 | Risk/Reward Running Back Flex Plays

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i10%	TGT %	Route %	RYOE/ATT	EXP Run %	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT	Zone Success %	Man/Gap Success %
LV	Ashton Jeanty	SF	79%	14.2	14.6	52%	66%	45.5	16.1	54.0	-0.95	5.1	0.12	2.1	1.0	46.3	43.4
NYG	Cam Skattebo	PHI	79%	9.3	9.1	49%	55%	38.5	5.4	36.5	-0.19	9.7	0.22	2.3	2.0	51.3	43.1
ARI	Tyler Allgeier	SEA	79%	9.2	13.4	35%	53%	30.4	6.4	39.1	0.53	7.6	0.13	3.4	1.1	40.6	37.5
NYJ	Braelon Allen	KC	77%	11.4	18.4	54%	69%	33.3	8.8	45.8	0.67	17.4	0.20	2.7	2.3	59.3	56.6
HOU	Woody Marks	LAC	75%	7.9	10.6	46%	62%	50.0	6.9	43.8	-0.87	10.1	0.18	1.5	2.0	36.7	41.3
NYJ	Breece Hall	KC	75%	12.5	0.0	25%	57%	66.7	9.8	34.5	-1.04	10.6	0.14	1.5	1.7	53.6	45.5
MIN	Aaron Jones Sr.	BUF	74%	10.3	9.8	65%	62%	33.3	10.4	41.8	-0.18	8.3	0.12	2.0	2.2	50.8	46.9
WAS	Rachaad White	LAR	74%	10.8	10.9	29%	52%	40.0	9.3	42.7	-0.07	7.0	0.17	1.9	2.4	43.3	52.9

Despite seeing less work on the ground, Ashton Jeanty draws a favorable matchup against a 49ers defense that has allowed at least 40 receiving yards to a running back in 3 of its last 4 games.

Woody Marks could offer some upside this week against a Chargers defense that has allowed a running back to rush for at least 65 yards and a touchdown in 5 consecutive games.

Braelon Allen and Breece Hall should both be viewed as high-risk, high-reward options this week, but I would still lean toward Allen as the better fantasy play. The Chiefs allow the fewest yards before contact per attempt (YBCO/Att) in the league, making this a difficult matchup for both running backs. However, Allen has been more effective than Hall at generating yards before contact this season, giving him a slight edge heading into Week 9.

Aaron Jones could be heavily involved in the receiving game this week, and the matchup is favorable, as the Bills have allowed at least 20 receiving yards to a running back in 4 consecutive games.

Cam Skattebo is another running back to monitor on the injury report this week. If he’s healthy enough to play, he could take advantage of an Eagles defense that allows the 4th-most missed tackles forced in the league.

Tier 6 | Fragile Floor RB3 Options

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i10%	TGT %	Route %	RYOE/ATT	EXP Run %	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT	Zone Success %	Man/Gap Success %
SEA	Jadarian Price	ARI	72%	4.2	5.7	17%	40%	15.4	7.3	27.7	-0.02	19.2	0.25	2.7	1.5	52.0	33.3
NO	Kendre Miller	CLE	72%	5.5	7.9	31%	31%	47.4	5.0	14.7	-1.20	2.1	0.12	1.7	1.1	38.5	38.9
LAR	Blake Corum	WAS	71%	9.7	15.2	35%	30%	16.7	4.6	14.6	0.94	15.3	0.19	2.0	3.2	54.5	59.5
LV	Mike Washington Jr.	SF	71%	4.6	4.8	31%	26%	45.5	1.7	12.6	0.28	12.3	0.09	2.4	1.9	48.7	26.9
SEA	Zach Charbonnett	ARI	71%	4.4	5.9	3%	37%	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.00	0.0	0.00	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
NO	Alvin Kamara	CLE	70%	9.1	10.2	23%	35%	10.5	12.0	30.3	-1.46	7.7	0.17	1.9	1.2	32.0	37.5
CLE	Dylan Sampson	NO	70%	6.2	11.8	5%	34%	0.0	11.7	47.7	2.68	14.3	0.14	2.4	5.0	100.0	75.0
LAC	Omarion Hampton	HOU	69%	8.1	5.8	46%	44%	61.5	5.6	22.1	-0.86	8.6	0.13	2.3	1.2	39.5	51.0

Either Jadarian Price or Zach Charbonnet could be worth gambling on this week, as their opponent has allowed a running back to rush for over 50 yards in 7 consecutive games.

Kendre Miller, in particular, and Alvin Kamara both draw favorable matchups against a Cardinals defense that has allowed a running back to produce at least 100 total yards and a touchdown in 3 of its last 4 games.

While Mike Washington Jr. saw over 20 carries last week, even a similar workload could lead to another disappointing performance against the 49ers. San Francisco ranks 1st in limiting explosive runs and 2nd in limiting yards after contact, making this a difficult matchup for Washington to find success on the ground.

Tier 7 | Running Back Deep League Dice Roll

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i10%	TGT %	Route %	RYOE/ATT	EXP Run %	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT	Zone Success %	Man/Gap Success %
NYG	Devin Singletary	PHI	68%	7.4	9.4	9%	33%	0.0	6.6	36.2	-0.09	5.6	0.17	2.1	2.3	36.4	42.9
MIN	Jordan Mason	BUF	68%	6.9	4.4	22%	46%	75.0	2.6	23.9	-0.45	13.9	0.08	1.9	2.0	42.9	35.3
CHI	Kyle Monangai	TB	68%	13.6	0.0	21%	41%	37.9	3.8	25.8	1.55	14.0	0.22	3.3	2.2	42.9	72.2
TB	Kenny Gainwell	CHI	66%	5.9	8.0	27%	39%	0.0	8.2	29.6	0.78	15.5	0.29	3.1	1.9	60.0	54.5
SF	Kaelon Black	LV	66%	4.2	6.1	30%	29%	20.0	2.4	52.6	0.12	7.5	0.07	2.2	1.9	56.4	61.1
KC	Emmett Johnson	NYJ	66%	6.3	11.1	11%	26%	0.0	6.9	23.6	-0.35	5.0	0.40	3.1	0.8	63.6	22.2
JAX	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	BAL	64%	6.0	6.8	23%	25%	53.8	1.5	15.7	0.60	7.7	0.20	2.3	2.3	57.1	54.2
LAC	Kimani Vidal	HOU	64%	3.3	0.1	29%	8.2	0.0	5.6	25.2	0.0	6.9	0.1	2.8	1.8	45.0	22.2
CIN	Samaje Perine	ATL	64%	5.2	8.8	23%	35%	28.6	4.1	26.0	-0.03	9.4	0.06	2.2	1.7	44.0	70.0
PHI	Elijah Mitchell	NYG	62%	5.3	7.1	7%	39%	0.0	14.5	37.0	-1.45	0.0	0.00	2.1	1.1	40.0	100.0
IND	Seth McGowan	DAL	62%	2.4	3.6	17%	21%	8.3	1.9	10.5	0.09	14.3	0.14	2.8	1.6	44.4	63.2
LAC	Keaton Mitchell	HOU	62%	5.0	3.9	20%	32%	7.7	8.0	30.6	-0.80	10.5	0.23	1.7	2.0	36.7	12.5

Jordan Mason is another low-end, touchdown-or-bust running back this week. While the Bills have allowed opposing running backs to rush for over 40 yards, they have also surrendered a rushing touchdown in 4 consecutive games, giving Mason some touchdown upside.

Depending on Christian McCaffrey‘s injury status, Kaelon Black could emerge as a deep sleeper this week against a Raiders defense that has allowed a running back to rush for at least 95 yards in 4 games this season.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. would move into that Tier 5 range if Bhayshul Tuten were to miss Week 9.

If Cam Skattebo misses Week 9, Devin Singletary could see an expanded role and become an intriguing FLEX option. However, if Skattebo plays, it will be difficult to trust Singletary, especially with his receiving role potentially limited against an Eagles defense that allows the 4th-fewest targets to running backs.

Tier 8 | Super Deep Running Back Start/Sit

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	ATT %	Off. Snaps %	i10%	TGT %	Route %	RYOE/ATT	EXP Run %	MTF/ATT	YACO/ATT	YBCO/ATT	Zone Success %	Man/Gap Success %
DEN	JK Dobbins	CAR	60%	6.9	9.7	48%	38%	43.5	3.2	13.8	-0.96	6.0	0.13	2.0	1.3	37.0	41.7
WAS	Austin Ekeler	LAR	60%	2.7	3.6	6%	20%	20.0	3.8	15.2	-0.06	13.3	0.13	2.1	2.1	33.3	100.0
ARI	Bam Knight	SEA	60%	4.0	13%	23%	5.9	27.8	3.7	18.1	2.0	20.8	0.3	2.9	3.1	42.9	57.1
CHI	Roschon Johnson	TB	60%	4.2	10%	21%	7.4	7.7	5.6	18.0	-0.2	9.1	0.1	1.7	1.9	40.0	50.0
ATL	Brian Robinson Jr.	CIN	60%	8.4	2.3	23%	30%	23.1	3.6	15.3	-0.45	6.0	0.17	2.7	1.3	55.3	42.9
BUF	Ty Johnson	MIN	60%	5.2	7.1	3%	24%	4.5	10.3	34.1	-2.14	0.0	0.00	0.8	0.8	0.0	0.0
NE	TreVeyon Henderson	GB	58%	5.2	4.4	22%	33%	7.7	3.2	23.7	-0.72	9.8	0.12	1.8	2.1	21.4	41.2
NE	Corey Kiner	GB	58%	2.4	4.2	18%	13%	13.3	0.8	3.2	0.27	12.5	0.21	2.3	2.2	47.8	47.4
BAL	Justice Hill	JAX	58%	4.3	6.9	10%	43%	0.0	9.6	2.2	2.01	12.5	0.08	1.8	4.7	64.7	33.3
DET	Sione Vaki	MIA	55%	2.6	3.2	12%	24%	0.0	2.4	19.3	0.08	11.1	0.22	2.7	1.8	60.0	42.9
SEA	George Holani	ARI	55%	3.8	16%	37%	4.6	22.7	6.2	37.6	-1.3	3.2	0.1	1.8	1.2	27.3	57.1
GB	MarShawn Llyod	NE	55%	5.8	6.5	33%	36%	31.8	5.4	24.8	-1.73	3.9	0.16	1.4	1.3	41.9	34.6

Ty Johnson is always a dart-throw option in PPR leagues, as he has produced over 50 total yards in 2 of his 5 games this season.

If TreVeyon Henderson misses Week 9, Corey Kiner could emerge as a deep-league option. However, the matchup presents some challenges. The Patriots run the 2nd-highest rate of man/gap rushing schemes in the league, and Kiner has posted just an average success rate on those runs. The Packers also allow the fewest yards per carry against man/gap rushing schemes, making this a difficult matchup for Kiner to find success on the ground.

J.K. Dobbins could potentially be ranked higher on this list, but the emergence of Jonah Coleman has created some uncertainty in Denver’s backfield. Dobbins remains an intriguing option, as the Panthers allow the 2nd-most fantasy points to opposing running backs. However, if Coleman continues to take over the backfield, Dobbins could struggle to see enough opportunities to capitalize on this favorable matchup.

Joe Fagnano targeted Justice Hill on 33% of his pass attempts last week, suggesting Hill could have a significant role in the passing game. If that usage continues in Week 9, Hill could offer some sneaky PPR value, especially in deeper leagues.

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Week 9 Wide Receiver Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite WR1s

CeeDee Lamb should have a solid game this week, but the Colts have allowed just 2 receivers to surpass 65 receiving yards since Week 2, which could limit his overall upside.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba has recorded at least 70 receiving yards in 5 consecutive games and will look to continue that streak against the Cardinals in Week 9.

Tier 2 | High-End WR1 Anchor

The Dolphins have allowed a receiver to produce at least 70 receiving yards in 3 consecutive games, which could provide Amon-Ra St. Brown with an excellent opportunity to bounce back this week.

Coming off a bye week, Malik Nabers draws a favorable matchup against an Eagles defense that has allowed a receiver to produce at least 80 receiving yards in 4 of its last 5 games.

Keep an eye on Mike Evans‘ injury status heading into Week 9. If he’s healthy enough to play, he could take advantage of a Raiders defense that has allowed a wide receiver to score a touchdown in 5 consecutive games.

Chris Olave will look to bounce back after a few quiet weeks, but the matchup could be challenging, as the Browns have not allowed a wide receiver to score a touchdown in 3 consecutive games.

Tier 3 | Strong WR1/2 Options

Christian Watson could draw coverage from Christian Gonzalez in this matchup, but the Patriots still allow the 3rd-most fantasy points to outside receivers, giving Watson an opportunity to produce despite the potential tough individual matchup.

The Buccaneers run the 3rd-highest rate of zone coverage in the league, which should benefit Luther Burden, who has seen better opportunities and production against zone defenses this season. Tampa Bay also allows the 2nd-most yards after the catch, giving Burden additional upside in this favorable matchup.

Justin Jefferson will look to bounce back this week against a Bills defense that allows the 5th-most fantasy points to outside receivers, giving him an excellent opportunity to return to form.

DeVonta Smith would be ranked in this tier if he were healthy enough to play, but his injury status appears to be trending in the wrong direction heading into Week 9.

Rashee Rice could have a lower fantasy ceiling this week against a Jets defense that runs the 5th-highest rate of man coverage in the league. Rice has seen fewer opportunities and produced less efficiently against man coverage this season, which could limit his overall fantasy production.

Tier 4 | Reliable Volume WR2.

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	YAC/REC	1READ %	1D/RR	WIDE RTE %	SLOT RTE %	Air Yards Share %
NYJ	Garrett Wilson	KC	85%	11.5	12.7	90.1	26.8	0.30	3.18	0.25	1.90	3.0	0.11	32.5	76.8	23.2	38.4
DAL	George Pickens	IND	85%	10.6	16.0	80.6	19.5	0.23	1.37	0.23	2.24	3.5	0.11	22.7	90.6	9.4	30.7
ARI	Michael Wilson	SEA	85%	10.7	13.0	86.6	23.4	0.27	1.33	0.25	1.73	2.2	0.10	30.0	81.3	18.7	40.6
WAS	Stefon Diggs	LAR	84%	11.5	14.6	67.4	20.9	0.34	1.82	0.26	1.62	2.9	0.11	25.7	34.6	64.2	21.7
BAL	Zay Flowers	JAX	84%	14.6	13.8	80.6	27.9	0.25	3.07	0.32	3.42	8.3	0.13	35.7	38.0	58.8	32.6
CAR	Tetairoa McMillan	DEN	84%	12.6	11.5	87.2	22.6	0.17	1.31	0.26	2.48	4.0	0.10	32.7	71.8	28.2	33.6
CAR	Jalen Coker	DEN	83%	11.4	9.4	70.8	17.2	0.21	1.90	0.22	2.11	4.7	0.08	25.8	51.6	46.2	29.1
LAC	Ladd McConkey	HOU	83%	7.2	7.7	54.4	12.2	0.22	5.33	0.18	1.88	3.7	0.11	14.8	51.2	48.0	21.1

Ladd McConkey should continue his strong play in Week 9, as the Texans have allowed an opposing WR1 to produce over 60 receiving yards in 4 of their last 5 games.

Zay Flowers should remain a decent fantasy start despite playing with a rookie quarterback, as the Jaguars allow the 4th-most first downs per route run (1D/RR) in the league. Baltimore could look to get the ball out quickly to Flowers, who has posted a strong 1D/RR this season, giving him an opportunity to remain productive despite the quarterback uncertainty.

The Panthers’ receivers could face a difficult matchup this week. Tetairoa McMillan will likely draw coverage from Patrick Surtain II, while Jalen Coker could struggle to generate additional yardage after the catch against a Broncos defense that allows the 3rd-fewest yards after the catch in the league.

Tier 5 | Boom-Bust Upside WR3s

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	YAC/REC	1READ %	1D/RR	WIDE RTE %	SLOT RTE %	Air Yards Share %
LV	Tre Tucker	SF	82%	10.7	13.9	75.7	16.4	0.22	1.55	0.20	2.29	3.9	0.08	21.7	78.6	20.9	28.0
BUF	DJ Moore	MIN	82%	9.0	17.6	56.6	17.0	0.33	2.57	0.24	2.71	4.0	0.12	17.6	74.5	24.5	28.8
MIA	Caleb Douglas	DET	81%	10.3	14.7	76.2	16.5	0.14	0.86	0.18	2.62	8.8	0.09	23.4	79.8	20.2	27.0
IND	Keenan Allen	DAL	81%	8.1	11.4	67.5	21.2	0.33	1.55	0.25	1.94	2.9	0.10	26.2	72.9	26.0	22.2
CLE	Denzel Boston	NO	81%	9.0	7.9	84.7	20.3	0.18	0.29	0.19	2.01	4.8	0.07	24.4	92.7	7.3	45.7
DEN	Jaylen Waddle	CAR	80%	7.5	8.7	72.4	18.8	0.28	1.26	0.23	1.79	3.4	0.07	28.6	58.8	41.2	35.3
NE	A.J Brown	GB	80%	4.9	6.8	69.0	19.8	0.19	0.19	0.25	1.49	2.3	0.08	30.5	83.3	16.7	36.6
NO	Devaughn Vele	CLE	79%	9.9	10.1	88.2	16.5	0.20	1.65	0.15	1.14	3.2	0.07	21.2	44.3	55.7	24.7
CLE	KC Concepcion	NO	79%	6.6	9.8	72.7	18.3	0.30	2.42	0.18	1.36	5.7	0.07	25.0	34.8	65.2	18.4
SF	Deebo Samuel Sr.	LV	79%	10.5	3.5	61.8	12.7	0.00	0.00	0.20	1.46	5.6	0.05	14.4	50.5	42.3	3.7

Keenan Allen should offer solid FLEX value against a Cowboys defense that has allowed a receiver to produce at least 60 receiving yards and a touchdown in 3 consecutive games.

A.J. Brown and Deebo Samuel are both questionable for Week 9, and it wouldn’t be surprising if either player misses another game.

Denzel Boston should be the Browns receiver you want to start this week, as Cleveland faces a defense that runs the highest rate of man coverage in the league. Boston tends to see more target opportunities against man coverage than any other Browns receiver, giving him an edge in this matchup.

Don’t expect many big gains from Jaylen Waddle beyond his receptions this week, as the Panthers allow the 4th-fewest yards after the catch in the league, potentially limiting his overall receiving upside.

Despite a tough matchup against the Vikings, DJ Moore could see plenty of opportunities this week. Moore tends to command more targets against zone coverage, and Minnesota runs the 2nd-highest rate of zone coverage in the league, making this a favorable matchup for his target volume.

Tier 6 | Volatile Flex Plays

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	YAC/REC	1READ %	1D/RR	WIDE RTE %	SLOT RTE %	Air Yards Share %
TB	Emeka Egbuka	CHI	77%	9.6	17.5	83.4	25.3	0.27	1.52	0.24	1.11	3.1	0.06	31.7	69.2	30.3	34.8
NYJ	Omar Cooper Jr.	KC	77%	10.7	14.9	59.8	11.2	0.35	8.18	0.11	1.93	9.7	0.09	15.1	35.5	63.2	12.9
PHI	Makai Lemon	NYG	77%	5.7	11.4	85.4	15.6	0.15	0.54	0.17	1.10	3.0	0.05	20.0	37.1	62.1	14.2
MIA	Malik Washington	DET	77%	8.0	11.2	80.5	24.6	0.30	3.07	0.24	1.61	5.2	0.08	27.1	40.1	52.7	28.4
CHI	Rome Odunze	TB	76%	7.5	9.1	80.6	15.4	0.12	0.17	0.18	2.16	3.6	0.07	17.6	78.6	20.5	34.6
DAL	Ryan Flournoy	IND	76%	7.7	13.3	73.0	13.9	0.27	1.50	0.16	1.49	5.0	0.07	13.3	48.5	51.5	14.0
MIN	Jordan Addison	BUF	76%	6.5	8.0	91.2	19.6	0.28	0.85	0.16	1.60	5.0	0.05	26.2	67.6	32.4	39.6
IND	Josh Downs	DAL	76%	6.8	8.1	86.9	17.8	0.31	2.48	0.15	0.91	3.7	0.07	21.9	28.7	70.6	26.3
JAX	Jakobi Meyers	BAL	75%	7.7	7.8	74.9	15.4	0.20	2.10	0.17	1.90	3.1	0.11	17.5	66.5	32.9	22.3
NE	DeMario Douglas	GB	75%	8.5	16.3	66.8	14.6	0.29	2.12	0.17	1.76	4.7	0.09	16.6	18.0	81.5	18.1
NYJ	Adonai Mitchell	KC	74%	10.1	13.6	68.5	21.3	0.15	1.31	0.30	3.06	1.9	0.13	24.4	81.6	17.3	44.5
WAS	Antonio Williams	LAR	74%	6.2	8.2	59.0	13.4	0.16	2.11	0.21	1.48	2.8	0.08	15.2	52.2	47.2	18.0
TB	Chris Godwin Jr.	CHI	74%	4.8	5.4	82.1	16.8	0.13	0.86	0.19	1.21	6.9	0.06	19.7	46.0	54.0	8.7
BUF	Khalil Shakir	MIN	74%	7.6	11.9	68.8	18.0	0.22	2.00	0.22	2.08	9.6	0.09	20.6	36.8	52.1	9.6

Keep an eye on Emeka Egbuka‘s injury status this week, as he tends to see an increase in target opportunities against man coverage. The Bears run the 6th-highest rate of man coverage in the league, making this a favorable matchup for Egbuka if he’s healthy enough to play.

Malik Washington is an intriguing sleeper option this week against a Lions defense that allows the 2nd-most fantasy points to slot receivers.

Ryan Flournoy has seen an uptick in production recently and draws a favorable matchup against a Colts defense that allows the 4th-most fantasy points to slot receivers.

Jakobi Meyers could be an interesting Thursday Night Football play, as the Ravens have allowed an outside receiver to produce at least 60 receiving yards in every game this season.

Adonai Mitchell was excellent last week, but he faces a difficult matchup against a Chiefs defense that allows the fewest fantasy points to outside receivers.

Don’t expect Khalil Shakir to provide his usual safe fantasy floor this week, as the Vikings allow the 2nd-fewest fantasy points to slot receivers, potentially limiting his production.

Josh Downs could have another opportunity to put together a strong performance against a Cowboys defense that allows the 5th-most fantasy points to slot receivers.

Tier 7 | Deep-League/ Break-Glass Options

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	YAC/REC	1READ %	1D/RR	WIDE RTE %	SLOT RTE %	Air Yards Share %
NYG	Malachi Fields	PHI	70%	5.5	6.73	67.2	12	0.09	0.49	0.18	1.67	7	0.06	13.9	81.9	18.1	16.7
LAC	Tre’ Harris	HOU	70%	5.8	4.9	61.2	15.9	0.18	1.65	0.22	2.02	5.5	0.08	19.8	64.1	35.9	21.7
KC	Xavier Worthy	NYJ	69%	6.1	7.6	81.9	17.7	0.32	2.32	0.17	0.77	4.7	0.05	23.9	69.7	29.3	25.6
BUF	Keon Coleman	MIN	69%	8.1	8.3	65.0	13.2	0.22	2.85	0.17	1.56	3.7	0.10	16.7	75.3	22.1	24.0
LAC	Quentin Johnston	HOU	69%	4.4	7.2	72.1	12.7	0.10	0.24	0.16	1.32	4.2	0.04	13.9	83.4	16.6	24.7
DEN	Courtland Sutton	CAR	69%	4.8	7.6	76.9	14.0	0.27	1.31	0.15	1.07	3.4	0.06	20.7	71.4	28.6	30.5
HOU	Marvin Harrison Jr.	LAC	66%	6.0	7.0	67.1	8.9	0.15	1.93	0.12	0.55	1.1	0.06	11.5	79.7	20.3	23.6
PHI	Darius Cooper	NYG	66%	5.9	5.9	57.3	8.9	0.20	2.00	0.11	0.59	7.6	0.04	10.3	70.1	28.8	16.0
SEA	Cooper Kupp	ARI	66%	5.3	6.3	71.6	11.1	0.22	1.78	0.11	0.89	3.6	0.07	14.4	50.3	49.2	14.1
SEA	Rashid Shaheed	ARI	66%	4.6	6.4	57.2	12.8	0.11	0.26	0.24	1.55	4.9	0.04	16.3	74.1	25.2	19.2
DEN	Pat Bryant	CAR	65%	6.4		58.7	8.9	0.24	1.04	0.11	1.91	6.7	0.08	12.5	59.5	40.5	11.8

Look to take some shots on Tre Harris and Quentin Johnston this week, as the Texans have allowed the 4th-most fantasy points to outside receivers, giving both players an opportunity to produce in a favorable matchup.

Xavier Worthy tends to see more target opportunities against man coverage, which could work in his favor against a Jets defense that runs the 5th-highest rate of man coverage in the league. However, Worthy remains difficult to trust due to his inconsistent production.

Cooper Kupp could be worth a dart throw this week against a Cardinals defense that allows the 4th-most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers.

Tier 8 | Only if You’re Desperate WRs

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	YAC/REC	1READ %	1D/RR	WIDE RTE %	SLOT RTE %	Air Yards Share %
ATL	Jahan Dotson	CIN	62%	6.6	0.0	35.4	5.1	0.13	1.25	0.17	1.22	2.6	0.04	5.1	42.2	57.8	5.1
BAL	Ja’Kobi Lane	JAX	62%	3.4	9.6	71.2	13.3	0.18	2.31	0.16	1.83	7.6	0.07	16.0	78.1	21.9	34.3
WAS	Treylon Burks	LAR	62%	6.9	8.8	55.7	10.2	0.13	1.38	0.15	1.91	3.9	0.07	12.6	71.0	29.0	20.5
PHI	Dontayvion Wicks	NYG	60%	7.3	7.9	75.9	15.5	0.30	1.98	0.14	1.58	4.1	0.09	20.9	72.3	27.7	28.8
NO	Jordyn Tyson	CLE	60%	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.00	0.00	0.00	0.00	0.0	0.00	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0
NE	Efton Chism III	GB	60%	4.1	5.3	38.6	9.2	0.44	3.89	0.16	1.16	3.3	0.09	11.3	63.4	34.4	8.5
NE	Mack Hollins	GB	60%	7.1		56.8	15.4	0.20	1.13	0.22	2.63	2.8	0.08	20.5	75.0	25.0	26.0
GB	Savion Williams	NE	58%	5.2	6.5	55.0	7.1	0.19	2.33	0.10	0.73	6.1	0.04	6.8	30.6	65.3	4.7
SF	Jordan Watkins	LV	58%	3.4	3.9	46.5	5.8	0.25	3.15	0.07	1.29	6.0	0.08	7.3	76.3	23.8	12.4
SF	Christian Kirk	LV	58%	0.0	0.0	31.0	0.0	0.00	0.00	0.00	0.00		0.00	0.0	53.8	46.2	0.0
CHI	Kalif Raymond	TB	55%	6.2	3.6	59.4	12.4	0.19	2.81	0.18	1.17	4.9	0.07	14.9	54.5	45.5	11.8
NO	Bryce Lance	CLE	55%	2.6	4.0	74.7	8.1	0.11	0.16	0.10	0.44	1.6	0.02	7.3	76.6	23.4	14.4
JAX	Brian Thomas Jr.	BAL	55%	4.1	2.7	48.9	10.0	0.22	0.78	0.15	1.19	0.6	0.07	11.9	68.8	31.2	17.6
LV	Jalen Nailor	SF	55%	3.3	1.9	55.4	9.4	0.26	1.05	0.11	0.68	1.6	0.06	11.3	74.5	25.5	14.8
LAR	Konata Mumpfield	WAS	55%	3.1	1.5	43.3	6.5	0.19	2.16	0.13	0.54	4.8	0.04	6.8	57.1	42.9	12.2

Jordan Watkins and Christian Kirk could both move up into Tier or 2 if Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel miss Week 9.

Mack Hollins looks set to return in Week 9 and could be a solid sleeper option against a Packers defense that allows the 2nd-most fantasy points to outside receivers. His value would increase if A.J. Brown misses the game, but if both Brown and Hollins are out, Efton Chism could become an intriguing deep-league option.

Jordyn Tyson could return in Week 9, but I wouldn’t have much confidence in starting him, even if he’s cleared to play.

Treylon Burks and Dontayvion Wicks are both questionable for Week 9, making their injury statuses worth monitoring heading into the weekend.

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Week 9 Tight End Rankings & Start/Sit

Tier 1 | Elite TE Weekly Differentiators

Trey McBride faces a Seahawks defense that runs the highest rate of zone coverage in the league. McBride has consistently seen more targets and produced strong numbers on a per-route basis against zone coverage, making this a favorable matchup for his fantasy production.

George Kittle should see plenty of targets this week against a Raiders defense that has allowed the 4th-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season.

Tier 2 | Must Start Tight Ends

Sam LaPorta should be in line for a strong performance against a Dolphins defense that allows the 2nd-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season.

Tier 3 | Strong, Volatile Starting Tight Ends

T.J. Hockenson has thrived in the Vikings’ offense this season and draws a favorable matchup against a Bills defense that has allowed tight ends to produce at least 60 receiving yards in 3 of its last 4 games.

Travis Kelce draws a favorable matchup against a Jets defense that has allowed opposing tight ends to score at least 10 fantasy points in each of its last 3 games.

Tucker Kraft could struggle against a Patriots defense that runs the 3rd-highest rate of man coverage in the league. Kraft has been significantly less productive against man coverage this season, averaging just 0.10 targets per route run (TPRR) and 0.7 yards per route run (YPRR), compared to 0.26 TPRR and 1.9 YPRR against zone coverage.

Tier 4 | Usable Fantasy Football TEs

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	YAC/Rec
ATL	Kyle Pitts	CIN	80%	6.8	13.5	61.6	13.8	0.24	2.5	0.19	0.9	16	34.4	6.1
CIN	Mike Gesicki	ATL	80%	9.8	10.9	54.7	9.0	0.10	1.8	0.14	1.5	11.1	86.7	3.8
PHI	Dallas Goedert	NYG	78%	8.5	9.7	58.1	15.7	0.07	0.3	0.28	2.2	20.0	38.5	3.7
BUF	Dalton Kincaid	MIN	75%	9.1	11.03	61.6	17.1	0.21	2.5	0.24	2.9	21.4	40.4	6.1
JAX	Brenton Strange	BAL	75%	7.6	10.2	66.4	17.4	0.19	2.1	0.28	2.6	18.9	38.5	4.8
MIA	Greg Dulcich	DET	73%	5.2	10.5	58.8	14.8	0.13	0.9	0.23	2.3	17.8	18.8	5.8
LAR	Tyler Higbee	WAS	73%	5.4	6.1	57.3	10.8	0.10	1.0	0.20	1.7	12.8	35.1	3.2
NO	Juwan Johnson	CLE	73%	7.79	2.4	66.3	12.1	0.24	1.4	0.14	1.3	15.6	52.8	5.0
WAS	Chig Okonkwo	LAR	73%	4.9	9.37	67.3	12.7	0.14	1.4	0.17	1.4	16.8	50.8	4.4
LV	Michael Mayer	SF	73%	7.4	8.6	68.0	14.4	0.16	1.2	0.23	2.0	11.6	20.5	5.2
SEA	AJ Barner	ARI	73%	4.7	5.6	73.2	11.9	0.16	0.5	0.14	1.2	13.1	19.7	8.3
NE	Hunter Henry	GB	70%	7.4	12.1	59.7	13.8	0.17	2.2	0.20	1.9	15.2	40.2	6.6
NE	Eli Raridon	GB	70%	5.1	7.2	36.6	8.6	0.20	3.0	0.18	1.8	11.2	31.1	4.7
NYJ	Mason Taylor	KC	68%	5.7	10.7	53.1	12.3	0.22	0.4	0.20	1.4	13.5	41.1	2.8
CAR	Darren Waller	DEN	68%	6.6	4.7	52.5	7.3	0.15	1.2	0.11	1.3	8.2	55.6	5.0
BAL	Mark Andrews	JAX	67%	5.0	4.22	65.6	18	0.25	1.0	0.23	1.4	19.9	45.8	2.4

Kyle Pitts will need to rely on his yardage production this week, as his touchdown upside could be limited against a Bengals defense that has not allowed a tight end to score this season.

Mike Gesicki has been on fire recently and draws a favorable matchup against a Falcons defense that has allowed opposing tight ends to produce at least 60 receiving yards in 3 of its last 4 games.

Greg Dulcich has seen an increase in opportunities since the Dolphins’ bye week and now faces a Lions defense that has allowed a tight end to score a touchdown in 6 of its 7 games this season.

Darren Waller remains an unpredictable fantasy option, but he could be worth a shot this week against a Broncos defense that has allowed a tight end to produce at least 60 receiving yards in 5 of its 8 games.

Tyler Higbee draws an extremely favorable matchup against a Commanders defense that has allowed a tight end to produce at least 50 receiving yards and a touchdown in 5 of its 7 games this season.

Hunter Henry is dealing with an injury that could force him to miss Week 9, potentially opening the door for Eli Raridon to take over as the Patriots’ primary tight end. However, the matchup is far from ideal, as the Packers allow the 2nd-fewest fantasy points to opposing tight ends.

Could we see a bounce-back performance from Juwan Johnson this week? The Browns play a high rate of man coverage, which could work in Johnson’s favor, as he tends to see more target opportunities against man coverage.

Having Joe Milton at quarterback could actually benefit Dallas Goedert this week. The Giants also run a high rate of man coverage, a scheme against which Goedert has consistently seen more opportunities and produced strong numbers in both targets per route run (TPRR) and yards per route run (YPRR).

Tier 5 | Deep League TE Streamers

Team	Player	Opponent	Confidence Meter	FPPG	FPPG (Last 4 Weeks)	RTE%	TGT %	TPRR (Man)	YPRR (Man)	TPRR (Zone)	YPRR (Zone)	1READ %	SLOT RTE %	YAC/Rec
NYJ	Kenyon Sadiq	KC	65%	4.7	2.1	41.8	10.9	0.36	0.9	0.20	1.9	12.3	36.8	6.2
DAL	Brevyn Spann-Ford	IND	65%	2.2	4.42	23.6	6	0.20	0.0	0.25	1.7	6.4	37.2	5.3
HOU	Dalton Schultz	LAC	65%	7.0	7.6	62.1	17.7	0.19	1.3	0.28	2.2	18.0	43.2	5.1
LAC	Oronde Gadsden	HOU	63%	4.3	5.0	46.5	10.8	0.21	1.5	0.20	1.3	11.7	36.7	4.3
LAR	Terrace Ferguson	WAS	63%	5.3		34.4	10.5	0.63	0.0	0.21	2.0	11.1	42.9	5.7
NO	Noah Fant	CLE	63%	5.32	1.6	30.5	6.7	0.33	1.4	0.17	1.1	6.7	14.7	4.4
TB	Cade Otton	CHI	60%	3.6	1.7	78.2	13.5	0.17	0.9	0.13	1.0	15.6	40.3	7.0
CAR	Tommy Tremble	DEN	60%	5.1	8.43	39	7.7	0.25	3.1	0.15	0.7	8.8	37	5.0
LAR	Colby Parkinson	WAS	55%	3.9	8.4	35.0	8.3	0.09	0.0	0.24	1.3	7.2	10.6	7.0
DEN	Evan Engram	CAR	55%	3.3	3.5	54.1	8.4	0.11	0.5	0.16	1.1	10.0	27.6	3.7

Terrance Ferguson could make his return in Week 9 and draws a favorable matchup against a defense that has allowed plenty of production to opposing tight ends this season.

Oronde Gadsden could struggle to see consistent targets against a Texans defense that has allowed the 2nd-fewest targets to tight ends this year.

The Chargers have allowed the 4th-most yards after the catch to tight ends this season, making this a favorable matchup for Dalton Schultz, who is averaging a solid 6.1 yards after the catch.

Week 9 FLEX Rankings & Start/Sit

Week 9 Flex Rankings (click here)

Rank	Name	Team	Opp
1	Jahmyr Gibbs	DET	@ MIA
2	Kenneth Walker III	KC	vs NYJ
3	Jaxon Smith-Njigba	SEA	vs ARI
4	Christian McCaffrey	SF	vs LV
5	Puka Nacua	LAR	@ WAS
6	Bijan Robinson	ATL	vs CIN
7	Chuba Hubbard	CAR	vs DEN
8	CeeDee Lamb	DAL	@ IND
9	Ja’Marr Chase	CIN	@ ATL
10	Amon-Ra St. Brown	DET	@ MIA
11	James Cook III	BUF	@ MIN
12	Javonte Williams	DAL	@ IND
13	Kyren Williams	LAR	@ WAS
14	Chase Brown	CIN	@ ATL
15	Bhayshul Tuten	JAC	@ BAL
16	Malik Nabers	NYG	@ PHI
17	Josh Jacobs	GB	@ NE
18	Tee Higgins	CIN	@ ATL
19	Jonathan Taylor	IND	vs DAL
20	George Kittle	SF	vs LV
21	Chris Olave	NO	vs CLE
22	Matthew Golden	GB	@ NE
23	Rhamondre Stevenson	NE	vs GB
24	Mike Evans	SF	vs LV
25	Jonah Coleman	DEN	@ CAR
26	Bucky Irving	TB	@ CHI
27	Quinshon Judkins	CLE	@ NO
28	Nico Collins	HOU	@ LAC
29	Christian Watson	GB	@ NE
30	Luther Burden III	CHI	vs TB
31	Brock Bowers	LV	@ SF
32	Derrick Henry	BAL	vs JAC
33	Justin Jefferson	MIN	vs BUF
34	D’Andre Swift	CHI	vs TB
35	Drake London	ATL	vs CIN
36	Parker Washington	JAC	@ BAL
37	DeVonta Smith	PHI	vs NYG
38	Trey McBride	ARI	@ SEA
39	Ollie Gordon II	MIA	vs DET
40	Saquon Barkley	PHI	vs NYG
41	Jameson Williams	DET	@ MIA
42	Rashee Rice	KC	vs NYJ
43	Garrett Wilson	NYJ	@ KC
44	George Pickens	DAL	@ IND
45	Ashton Jeanty	LV	@ SF
46	Michael Wilson	ARI	@ SEA
47	Cam Skattebo	NYG	@ PHI
48	Sam LaPorta	DET	@ MIA
49	Tyler Allgeier	ARI	@ SEA
50	Harold Fannin Jr.	CLE	@ NO
51	Colston Loveland	CHI	vs TB
52	Stefon Diggs	WAS	vs LAR
53	Braelon Allen	NYJ	@ KC
54	Tucker Kraft	GB	@ NE
55	T.J. Hockenson	MIN	vs BUF
56	Zay Flowers	BAL	vs JAC
57	Tetairoa McMillan	CAR	vs DEN
58	Jalen Coker	CAR	vs DEN
59	Woody Marks	HOU	@ LAC
60	Breece Hall	NYJ	@ KC
61	Aaron Jones Sr.	MIN	vs BUF
62	Ladd McConkey	LAC	vs HOU
63	Isaiah Likely	NYG	@ PHI
64	Tre Tucker	LV	@ SF
65	Travis Kelce	KC	vs NYJ
66	DJ Moore	BUF	@ MIN
67	Rachaad White	WAS	vs LAR
68	Caleb Douglas	MIA	vs DET
69	Keenan Allen	IND	vs DAL
70	Denzel Boston	CLE	@ NO
71	Jaylen Waddle	DEN	@ CAR
72	Jadarian Price	SEA	vs ARI
73	A.J. Brown	NE	vs GB
74	Kendre Miller	NO	vs CLE
75	Blake Corum	LAR	@ WAS
76	Devaughn Vele	NO	vs CLE
77	KC Concepcion Jr.	CLE	@ NO
78	Deebo Samuel Sr.	SF	vs LV
79	Emeka Egbuka	TB	@ CHI
80	Mike Washington Jr.	LV	@ SF
81	Tyler Warren	IND	vs DAL
82	Omar Cooper Jr.	NYJ	@ KC
83	Zach Charbonnet	SEA	vs ARI
84	Alvin Kamara	NO	vs CLE
85	Makai Lemon	PHI	vs NYG
86	Kyle Pitts Sr.	ATL	vs CIN
87	Mike Gesicki	CIN	@ ATL
88	Malik Washington	MIA	vs DET
89	Dallas Goedert	PHI	vs NYG
90	Dalton Kincaid	BUF	@ MIN
91	Dylan Sampson	CLE	@ NO
92	Rome Odunze	CHI	vs TB
93	Ryan Flournoy	DAL	@ IND
94	Omarion Hampton	LAC	vs HOU
95	Brenton Strange	JAC	@ BAL
96	Jordan Addison	MIN	vs BUF
97	Josh Downs	IND	vs DAL
98	Jakobi Meyers	JAC	@ BAL
99	Greg Dulcich	MIA	vs DET
100	DeMario Douglas	NE	vs GB
101	Adonai Mitchell	NYJ	@ KC
102	Antonio Williams	WAS	vs LAR
103	Devin Singletary	NYG	@ PHI
104	Tyler Higbee	LAR	@ WAS
105	Chris Godwin Jr.	TB	@ CHI
106	Khalil Shakir	BUF	@ MIN
107	Juwan Johnson	NO	vs CLE
108	Malachi Fields	NYG	@ PHI
109	Chig Okonkwo	WAS	vs LAR
110	Jordan Mason	MIN	vs BUF
111	Kyle Monangai	CHI	vs TB
112	Tre’ Harris	LAC	vs HOU
113	Kenny Gainwell	TB	@ CHI
114	Kaelon Black	SF	vs LV
115	Michael Mayer	LV	@ SF
116	Xavier Worthy	KC	vs NYJ
117	Emmett Johnson	KC	vs NYJ
118	AJ Barner	SEA	vs ARI
119	Keon Coleman	BUF	@ MIN
120	Quentin Johnston	LAC	vs HOU
121	Hunter Henry	NE	vs GB
122	Eli Raridon	NE	vs GB
123	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	JAC	@ BAL
124	Kimani Vidal	LAC	vs HOU
125	Samaje Perine	CIN	@ ATL
126	Courtland Sutton	DEN	@ CAR
127	Elijah Mitchell	PHI	vs NYG
128	Seth McGowan	IND	vs DAL
129	Marvin Harrison Jr.	HOU	@ LAC
130	Keaton Mitchell	LAC	vs HOU
131	Darius Cooper	PHI	vs NYG
132	J.K. Dobbins	DEN	@ CAR
133	Rashid Shaheed	SEA	vs ARI
134	Cooper Kupp	SEA	vs ARI
135	Pat Bryant	DEN	@ CAR
136	Mason Taylor	NYJ	@ KC
137	Jahan Dotson	ATL	vs CIN
138	Ja’Kobi Lane	BAL	vs JAC
139	Darren Waller	CAR	vs DEN
140	Mark Andrews	BAL	vs JAC
141	Austin Ekeler	WAS	vs LAR
142	Kenyon Sadiq	NYJ	@ KC
143	Brevyn Spann-Ford	DAL	@ IND
144	Treylon Burks	WAS	vs LAR
145	Brian Robinson Jr.	ATL	vs CIN
146	Dontayvion Wicks	PHI	vs NYG
147	Jordyn Tyson	NO	vs CLE
148	Ty Johnson	BUF	@ MIN
149	Dalton Schultz	HOU	@ LAC
150	Oronde Gadsden II	LAC	vs HOU
151	Efton Chism III	NE	vs GB
152	Mack Hollins	NE	vs GB
153	TreVeyon Henderson	NE	vs GB
154	Terrance Ferguson	LAR	@ WAS
155	Corey Kiner	NE	vs GB
156	Savion Williams	GB	@ NE
157	Justice Hill	BAL	vs JAC
158	Sione Vaki	DET	@ MIA
159	Jordan Watkins	SF	vs LV
160	Christian Kirk	SF	vs LV
161	Kalif Raymond	CHI	vs TB
162	Bryce Lance	NO	vs CLE
163	Brian Thomas Jr.	JAC	@ BAL
164	Noah Fant	NO	vs CLE
165	Jalen Nailor	LV	@ SF
166	Konata Mumpfield	LAR	@ WAS
167	Rashod Bateman	BAL	vs JAC
168	MarShawn Lloyd	GB	@ NE
169	Tez Johnson	TB	@ CHI
170	Jerry Jeudy	CLE	@ NO
171	Xavier Hutchinson	HOU	@ LAC
172	Cade Otton	TB	@ CHI
173	Roschon Johnson	CHI	vs TB
174	Ted Hurst III	TB	@ CHI
175	Chris Bell	MIA	vs DET
176	George Holani	SEA	vs ARI
177	Kayshon Boutte	HOU	@ LAC
178	Travis Hunter	JAC	@ BAL
179	Tommy Tremble	CAR	vs DEN
180	Colby Parkinson	LAR	@ WAS
181	Bam Knight	ARI	@ SEA
182	Evan Engram	DEN	@ CAR

Defensive Team Stats

Below, in each drop down, are the full Week 9 Team Stats powered by Fantasy Points Data Suite. Use these metrics to make informed Start/Sit decisions, place prop bets, or make DFS lineup calls.

Defensive Stats Table (click here)

Team	Def. Rank Vs. QBs	Def. Rank Vs. RBs	Def. Rank Vs. WRs	Def. Rank Vs. TEs
Arizona Cardinals	32	20	27	25
Atlanta Falcons	15	29	12	16
Baltimore Ravens	25	9	23	20
Buffalo Bills	18	27	29	14
Carolina Panthers	11	31	8	19
Chicago Bears	28	3	19	12
Cincinnati Bengals	14	12	21	23
Cleveland Browns	10	17	14	22
Dallas Cowboys	30	30	28	17
Denver Broncos	19	22	7	26
Detroit Lions	31	4	25	32
Green Bay Packers	8	24	18	2
Houston Texans	16	18	31	5
Indianapolis Colts	24	26	10	24
Jacksonville Jaguars	7	1	24	11
Kansas City Chiefs	3	11	2	28
Las Vegas Raiders	29	28	26	29
Los Angeles Chargers	5	23	16	7
Los Angeles Rams	17	5	9	6
Miami Dolphins	21	25	4	30
Minnesota Vikings	1	10	3	1
New England Patriots	13	8	22	10
New Orleans Saints	12	32	15	27
New York Giants	20	14	17	9
New York Jets	23	19	13	18
Philadelphia Eagles	27	21	32	4
Pittsburgh Steelers	6	6	6	13
San Francisco 49ers	9	13	11	8
Seattle Seahawks	2	15	1	3
Tampa Bay Buccaneers	4	2	5	21
Tennessee Titans	26	16	30	15
Washington Commanders	22	7	20	31

QB | RB | WR |TE | Table of Statistics | Team Stats

Table of Statistics

Click below to see the full table of statistics used in the Weekly Start/Sit Rankings:

Table of Statistics (Tap to expand)

Title	Description
Confidence	How confident we are that the player can perform
FPPG	Player’s fantasy points per game
FP Last 4	Player’s fantasy points per game (Based on last 4 weeks)
QB Rate vs. Man	QB passer rating against man coverage
QB Rate vs. Zone	QB passer rating against zone coverage
QB Rate vs. Blitz	QB passer rating against the Blitz
QB Rate vs. Press	QB passer rating against Pressure
CPOE	Completion percentage over expectation based on depth of throw
Deep Throw %	Percentage of throws traveling 20+ yards
FP/Opp	Fantasy points per opportunity, where opportunities are dropbacks plus designed quarterback rushing attempts (kneel-downs and spikes excluded).
EPA/DB	Expected Points Added per dropback. Total EPA divided by total dropbacks in the selected sample.
P2S%	Pressure-to-sack rate. Sacks divided by pressures.
Att %	Percentage of the team’s rushing attempts
Off Snaps %	Percentage of the team’ offensive snaps
i10%	Percentage of the team’s offensive snaps played inside the 10
TGT %	Team target share
Route %	Routes run per team dropback
RYOE/ATT	Rush Yards Over Expectation: actual rushing yards minus the in-house XFP model’s expected rushing yards, summed over the carries the model scored. Actual and expected are paired on the same carries, so partial model coverage can’t skew the difference.
EXP Run %	Percentage of rushing attempts that result in explosive runs
MTF/ATT	Missed tackles forced per rushing attempt
YACO/ATT	Yards after contact per rushing attempt
YBCO/ATT	Yards before contact per rushing attempt
Zone Success %	NFL success rate on zone concept rushing attempts
Man/Gap Success %	NFL success rate on man/gap concept rushing attempts
TPRR (Man)	Targets divided by routes on routes run against man coverage (Cover 0 / 1 / 1D / 2 Man / Bracket)
YPRR(Man)	Receiving yards divided by routes on routes run against man coverage (Cover 0 / 1 / 1D / 2 Man / Bracket).
TPRR (Zone)	Targets divided by routes on routes run against zone coverage (Cover 2 / 2I / 3 family / 4 / 6 L+R).
YPRR (Zone)	Receiving yards divided by routes on routes run against zone coverage (Cover 2 / 2I / 3 family / 4 / 6 L+R).
YAC/Rec	Yards after the catch per reception
1st Read %	Percentage of the team’s first-read and designed targets
Wide RTE %	Percentage of routes run from outwide
Slot RTE %	Percentage of routes run from the slot
Air Yard Share %	Player air yards divided by team air yards in games the player played (>=1 snap).

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