🤔 Crucial Start/Sit Decisions

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Today in 5 minutes or less, you’ll learn:

• The MUST-START skill players of Week 6 🔥 

• Players to consider leaving on your bench 🪑 

• The latest news from around the NFL 🏈

SIT: Jakobi Meyers (LV)

As predicted, Meyers’ stock has risen sharply in the absence of Davante Adams. He’s received at least 9 targets in each of the last 3 games, leading so a solid fantasy floor as a WR2/3. However, this week brings the Steelers, who tend to limit the opposition’s WR1 and keep most of them out of the end zone. So, Meyers carries a lot more risk this week.

START: D.J. Moore (CHI)

The Jaguars allow the most PPR points per game to wide receivers, and that includes the most fantasy points to perimeter players too. Moore is coming off a hot game, with 27.5 points. Caleb Williams is getting comfortable, too, after completing 20-of-29 passes for 304 yards and 2 TDs. So, it all looks positive for Moore this week.

SIT: Garrett Wilson (NYJ)

Wilson finally had a dominant fantasy performance against the Vikings in London, but it took a ridiculous 22 targets for him to get there. The efficiency has dropped considerably. He currently ranks 69th in yards per route run, 83rd in yards per catch, and 68th in ADOT. In fact, he’s had no other games this season better than the PPR WR29. The divisional matchup against the Bills has a tendency to get slow and sloppy, so if Wilson needs that absurd volume to be a viable fantasy starter, keep him on the bench in negative matchups.

START: Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI)

A rookie in the NFL is going to have some down weeks no matter what. With just 2 receptions for 36 yards in Week 5, it’s fair to wonder if this is the start of a troubling trend. I don’t think so. Harrison still got 7 targets, which was 2nd on the team behind Trey McBride. Plus, the 49ers aren’t exactly a forgiving matchup. The Packers should make things easier on the youngster.

SIT: Michael Pittman (IND)

With the Colts’ unpredictable WR situation week-to-week, and a matchup with the Titans’ terrific pass coverage coming up, now isn’t the time to use Pittman. There are also too many variables here for comfort, considering we aren’t 100% sure who is going to start under center for Indy this weekend. Find a better option.

SIT: Rico Dowdle (DAL)

Dowdle is coming off his best fantasy game of the season and his second straight as an RB2 or better. But, things don’t look so rosy this weekend as Dallas faces the biggest pass funnel of the last few years, the Detroit Lions. They’ve allowed the fewest fantasy points per game to RBs, and with an unfavorable game script predicted, it’s probably best to leave Dowdle on benches this Sunday.

START: Javonte Williams (DEN)

I’m encouraged by Javonte’s fantasy output from Week 5, but even more so about his reclaiming of the opportunity share out of the backfield. Williams only ceded 6 rushes to Jaleel McLaughlin, and he was the Broncos’ leader in targets, with 6. The Chargers don’t represent the best matchup in terms of fantasy points allowed to the position. But, they are tied for the league lead in allowing targets per route to RBs. So, the combination of Bo Nix’s attention and the susceptible defense will allow Williams to rack up some solid PPR points.

SIT: Rhamondre Stevenson (NE)

Don’t be taken in by Stevenson’s good game against the Dolphins. That was a painful matchup against two struggling teams. With the imposing Houston defense on deck, and the Patriots getting ready to debut rookie Drake Maye, there is too much risk and too many variables to continue leaving Rhamondre in lineups. Be careful.

START: Tony Pollard (TEN)

Pollard has been a pleasant surprise over the first third of this season. He’s PPR RB18 in points per game, and has had just one disappointing week where he wasn’t worth starting. Coming off the bye with fresh legs, Pollard gets a favorable matchup with the Colts. His role looks secure, so roll with him again this week.

SIT: Jerome Ford (CLE)

As susceptible as the Eagles have been to passing attacks, their defense is strong against the run. Complicating matters is the fact that the Cleveland offense is stuck in neutral under Deshaun Watson, and it doesn’t look like the organization is going to do anything about that. I’m fading Ford against any decent run defense until this team can turn their fortunes around.

🩼 Reynolds’ Injury Opens Door for Other Broncos

🐍 Rattler to Start at QB for Saints

🧲 Pittman to Have Extended Absence for Indy

🚨 David Njoku Misses Practice, Week 6 in Doubt

🤕 Giants’ Malik Nabers (Concussion) Still Not Practicing

✈️ Rodgers Clarifies Role in Saleh Firing

💥 Chubb Limited in Practice, Browns RB Room Injured

🏈 Cardinals OL (Hamstring) Misses Practice

🔥 Raiders Announce Moves at QB

🧀 TE Musgrave Limited Again, Kraft Takes Over Role

🏴‍☠️ RB White Limited, Bucs' RBs Could See Snap Splits

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