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Current CBS starters
- QBJosh Allenprojections 11.8–17.5 across sourcesQB · BUF · vs LAR 15.3 proj
Mon Oct 12 08:10 PM EDT10 podcast takes
- Possible knee contusion; was seen limping in the locker room.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 01:04:48 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Despite multiple turnovers and a poor passing performance, his rushing touchdowns ensure he remains a strong fantasy asset.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:02:30 · 2026-09-28 · usage
- He took a hit to the knee and his status is being monitored.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:17:48 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He was seen walking gingerly and leaning to one side after hitting his knee late in the game.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:04:00 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He is considered the quarterback god and the clear top option for rest of season.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:04:42 · 2026-09-30
- He is a top-tier quarterback, but matchups will cause significant weekly variance in his scoring.Michael Lester Clay Jr. · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:14:42 · 2026-09-29
- He is a high-ceiling player with inevitable down games; you don't bench him.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:53:32 · 2026-10-05
- Be patient with him; his production can fluctuate, but he remains a high-end option.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:11:31 · 2026-10-05
- Suggests trading Allen for a high-end RB1 like Kyren Williams, Breece Hall, or Chase Brown.Dave · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:09:22 · 2026-09-30
- His rushing touchdowns saved a mediocre passing performance involving two interceptions.Daniel · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:17:12 · 2026-09-28
- RBChris Rodriguez Jr.RB · JAX · vs PHI 4.0 proj
Sun Oct 11 09:25 AM EDT6 podcast takes
- He has almost no involvement in the passing game and the Jaguars' offense rarely targets running backs.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:24:24 · 2026-09-26
- Lacks explosiveness; the only RB with 20+ carries without a 10+ yard run this season.JJ Zacharyson · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:42:07 · 2026-10-03
- He is stealing carries and goal-line work, which could limit Tootin's ceiling.Field · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:18:37 · 2026-10-02
- He could see increased fill-in work during bye weeks given his usage in the red zone.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:26:56 · 2026-09-28
- Scored a touchdown, but it was likely a result of the starter being rested rather than a role change.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:18:00 · 2026-10-05
- He still competes for red zone and short-yardage touches, which could limit Irving's ceiling.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:09:30 · 2026-09-29
- RBKenneth Walker IIIRB · KC 0.0 proj
unverified20 podcast takes
- His dominance might lead the team to limit his touches to preserve him for the second half of the season.Pat Fitzmaurice · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:48:42 · 2026-09-30 · usage
- He has been incredibly efficient and is performing at an elite level.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:47:31 · 2026-10-05
- He is performing at an elite level, currently pacing as one of the top running backs in fantasy.Jason Moore · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:39:12 · 2026-10-05
- The host would enthusiastically accept a trade involving him.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:25:17 · 2026-10-03
- Part of the elite group in the top-right quadrant with high success and explosive rates.JJ Zacharyson · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:42:07 · 2026-10-03
- He is an S-tier RB3 with high efficiency in tackles avoided and success rates in his new environment.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:06:51 · 2026-09-30
- He has transformed the Chiefs' offense into a run-heavy unit and is one of the best receiving backs in the league.Derek Brown · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:30:37 · 2026-09-29
- His high number of missed tackles forced suggests he is avoiding heavy hits, which may help his longevity.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:32:34 · 2026-09-29
- He is seeing high-value touches in the red zone and is a focal point of the offense.Derek Brown · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:34:30 · 2026-09-29
- He is a touchdown machine and a top-tier fantasy running back.Phil Jakates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:24:05 · 2026-09-28
- Despite injury history concerns, he currently looks like one of the best picks a manager could have made.Jacob · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:53:04 · 2026-10-05
- A strong play on FanDuel due to his touchdown upside in that specific scoring format.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:02:15 · 2026-10-05
- A stud player on Seattle who may need to be replaced by week five.Dave Richard · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:01:22 · 2026-10-02
- The speaker notes he is performing well for the Chiefs.Kingston Flemings · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 01:12:29 · 2026-10-02
- He is a big name to start in this matchup against the Raiders.The Host · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:33:08 · 2026-10-02
- Consider him a buy-low flex due to high projected points and recent yardage production.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:45:57 · 2026-09-30
- He looks more explosive after weight loss and diet changes; expect a big run and high scoring soon.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:03:40 · 2026-09-28
- Scored two touchdowns, including one on a shovel pass.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:26:56 · 2026-09-28
- Expect a slight dip in touches as the passing game volume increases, but he remains a top RB.Derek Brown · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:32:17 · 2026-09-26
- Usage is shifting away from checkdowns and screens toward more direct rushing and goal-line work.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:20:48 · 2026-09-28
- WR-TEMike Evansprojections 5.8–8.9 across sourcesWR · SF · vs SEA 7.6 proj
Sun Oct 11 04:20 PM EDT25 podcast takes
- Reports of fractured ribs suggest he may not be able to play for long.Dave Richard · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:25:51 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- He did not practice and is expected to miss his upcoming game.null · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:21:15 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- Left the game after taking a hard hit from Buda Baker and did not return.Christopher Harris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:23:47 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He suffered a fractured rib seven days ago.Dr. Deepak Chona · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:14:32 · 2026-10-05 · injury
- Currently dealing with fractured ribs.David Kitchen · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:35:55 · 2026-10-03 · injury
- He was not practicing and his status is uncertain.The Host · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:19:25 · 2026-10-02 · injury
- Dealing with a rib injury on top of previous soft tissue issues, which could limit his snap count.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:42:07 · 2026-09-30 · injury
- Dealing with a rib/oblique injury; the hosts believe the 49ers cannot afford to lose him.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:54:41 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He suffered a hip injury that needs monitoring, especially given his age and injury history.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:23:36 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- Dealing with a rib injury.SPEAKER_06 · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:15:03 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Suffered a rib injury during the contest.Liz Loz · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:30:53 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Likely a rib contusion or fracture; expect a significant drop in targets and snaps upon return.Deepak Chona · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:06:30 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He was carted off the field with a rib injury.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:22:36 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Dealing with an oblique/rib cartilage injury that could linger.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:26:37 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He is dealing with a rib injury, but this is a recurring issue that doesn't always impact his availability.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:13:23 · 2026-10-02 · injury
- He did not participate in practice.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:18:25 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- He did not practice on Wednesday, but the GM indicated he will do everything possible to play.Mike Wright · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:04:44 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- He is day-to-day with a rib injury and will be monitored.Mike Wright · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:11:50 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He left the game with a rib injury.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:22:27 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Risky start due to potential injury concerns and a difficult matchup against the Saints.Field · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:58:24 · 2026-10-02
- High bust risk this week due to missing practice and a difficult matchup against Pat Surtain II.Daniel Dobb · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:53:27 · 2026-10-01
- He left the game with an injury and his availability for the next game is uncertain.Phil Jakates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:50:30 · 2026-09-28
- Included in a trade where the receiving side is viewed as getting the better end of the deal.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:30:57 · 2026-09-26
- Day-to-day status; hopeful he can play against Philadelphia.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:32:18 · 2026-09-29
- A boom-bust WR3 who can provide top 15 upside but is inconsistent.Heath Cummings · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:06:37 · 2026-09-27
- WR-TEBrock BowersTE · LV · vs NE 10.0 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT37 podcast takes
- He is being deployed primarily as a wide receiver, playing only 12% of his snaps as an inline tight end.Field Minister Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:42:03 · 2026-09-29 · usage
- He is a primary target for Kirk Cousins, seeing heavy involvement in the middle of the field and on the outside.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:11:04 · 2026-09-28 · usage
- He was not seen practicing and his availability for the upcoming week is uncertain.JJ · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:33:51 · 2026-09-26 · injury
- He is an elite option playing almost exclusively from the wide receiver slot.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:51:00 · 2026-10-05
- The trade involving him was a massive undervaluation, essentially giving away a top-tier asset for a fraction of its value.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:37:15 · 2026-10-03
- He looks unguardable and will be a major challenge for the Chiefs.The Host · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:33:08 · 2026-10-02
- Described as a 'cheat code' because he is consistently open and impossible for defenses to cover.SPEAKER_03 · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:54:14 · 2026-10-01
- The top-ranked tight end for the week following a strong performance.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:42:19 · 2026-09-30
- He is being deployed like a wide receiver in the Las Vegas offense and is an elite playmaker.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:43:03 · 2026-09-30
- He is being used like an elite wide receiver in heavy personnel sets and is a massive positional advantage.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:54:22 · 2026-09-30
- He is a generational talent and the Raiders' number one receiver, being used like an X receiver with massive target shares.Evan Silva · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:03:21 · 2026-09-29
- He is being used like a wide receiver, running 78% of his routes in the slot or out wide.Derek Brown · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:39:32 · 2026-09-29
- He has massive league-winning upside compared to other tight ends.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:42:02 · 2026-09-28
- He is a top-tier fantasy tight end due to his high upside and usage in the red zone.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:45:14 · 2026-09-28
- The offense is designed to create matchups for him, and he is being used effectively to clear space for other receivers.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:58:26 · 2026-09-28
- He is a dominant stud who is instrumental to the Raiders' offense and looks like a top-tier fantasy tight end.Dave Richard · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:03:06 · 2026-09-28
- He is performing at an elite level and could be the best TE in the league.SPEAKER_06 · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:12:24 · 2026-09-28
- He is a top-tier tight end option, having recorded 13 targets and 116 yards in his last outing.Phil Jakates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:55:44 · 2026-09-28
- He is performing exactly as expected for a top-tier tight end draft pick.Daniel · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:12:02 · 2026-09-28
- He is considered one of the best options at the position; playing him immediately upon injury return is a high-value tournament strategy.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:01:30 · 2026-09-28
- Extremely high usage with double-digit targets and a touchdown in his recent outing.Scott Bogman · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:31:22 · 2026-09-28
- Dominant performance with 10 catches and 116 yards; acting as the team's WR1.Ray · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:21:18 · 2026-09-28
- A top-tier target for managers looking to upgrade their tight end position.Chris Welsh · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:47:16 · 2026-10-03
- Included in a lineup of high-upside players for the week.Daniel Dopp · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:58:50 · 2026-10-02
- He is a pillar of the Raiders offense and should see significant target volume regardless of the matchup.Derek · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:51:21 · 2026-10-02
- He is a difficult matchup for defenses and is a key part of the Raiders' offensive rhythm.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:36:46 · 2026-10-02
- Likely to be a must-start option.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:23:29 · 2026-10-01
- Has the potential to overtake Ozzie Newsom in the tight end rankings.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:46:40 · 2026-10-01
- High trade value, though not quite at the level of elite WRs like Chase or Lamb.Mike · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:42:45 · 2026-09-30
- He is a high-caliber player who can quickly turn a team into a contender.Jack Miller · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:55:21 · 2026-09-30
- He is performing at a high level, creating a significant gap between him and players like Loveland.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:06:21 · 2026-09-30
- While he is a monster when healthy, his history of injury concerns makes him a high-risk, high-reward asset.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:40:33 · 2026-09-29
- Likely to play and should be started if you own him.Heath Cummings · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:04:25 · 2026-09-27
- He is questionable but expected to play.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:09:59 · 2026-09-26
- He should be started, though there is some caution regarding his snap share post-injury.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:29:52 · 2026-09-26
- Adam is open to trading for Bowers in a Superflex league if the manager has sufficient quarterback depth.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:00:25 · 2026-09-26
- While he has high upside, McBride is currently a more reliable option due to health and usage.JJ · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:42:06 · 2026-10-02
- WR-TEJalen CokerWR · CAR · questionable0.0 proj
unverified27 podcast takes
- He left the game with a quad injury, which is a significant concern for the Panthers' offense.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:11:52 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- His practice reports have been impressive, showing he is participating in drills and gaining visibility.Mike · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:49:11 · 2026-10-02 · usage
- He returned to practice on Thursday, giving hope for his availability against the Lions.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:13:23 · 2026-10-02 · usage
- Dealing with a quad injury that will likely cause him to miss one or two weeks.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:04:09 · 2026-09-30 · injury
- Dealing with a quad strain; status for Week 4 is uncertain.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:23:34 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- Dealing with a quad injury that might make him questionable for Week 4.Christopher Harris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:23:47 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He is currently dealing with a quad injury.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:38:11 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He left his game with an injury, so managers should prepare for his absence.Phil Jakates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 01:01:45 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Suffered a quad injury and is a concern despite being unconcerned himself.Daniel · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:30:53 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Self-reported mild quad issue; could potentially return as early as this week.Deepak Chona · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:11:25 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He left the game with a quad injury.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:23:36 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- May not play, which would increase the fantasy value of opposing tight ends.Jamie Eisenberg · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:39:46 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- He is currently day-to-day.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:18:25 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- His injury significantly impacts the passing game's efficiency and the quarterback's options.null · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:48:09 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He has been performing like a top 20 WR and has high upside.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:26:53 · 2026-09-30
- He is a very strong play with flex-worthy value against the Detroit defense.Tara Roberts · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:46:07 · 2026-10-05
- He is very close in talent to McMillan; if McMillan is unavailable, Coker is poised to feast.Matt Harmon · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:03:28 · 2026-10-05
- He is currently dealing with an injury, making him a less attractive piece in a trade.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:09:38 · 2026-10-03
- He returned to practice and is trending in the right direction after being a non-participant earlier in the week.Field · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:44:22 · 2026-10-02
- Included in a group of receivers that are talented but may lack consistent weekly production.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:02:44 · 2026-10-02
- He is a preferred start over Waddle this week.Daniel Dobb · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:55:59 · 2026-10-01
- Status is iffy for Sunday night; monitor practice information.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:31:43 · 2026-09-30
- Dealing with a quad injury; may be limited or unavailable this week.Dave · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:33:24 · 2026-09-29
- He is day-to-day with a quad injury and is expected to return soon.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:23:39 · 2026-09-28
- Expected to play in today's game.Heath Cummings · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:06:20 · 2026-09-27
- He is good to go and preferred over Josh Downs.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:06:25 · 2026-09-26
- If you drafted him late, he is a viable option over other pass catchers in that offense.JJ · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:15:39 · 2026-09-26
- FLEXDrake Mayeprojections 10.3–14.7 across sourcesQB · NE · vs LV 13.1 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT59 podcast takes
- He is a top scorer at the position and a high-upside option on the waiver wire.Jason Moore · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:29:19 · 2026-10-05 · waiver-target
- He is considered a landmine and a risky play for fantasy managers right now.SPEAKER_02 · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:50:50 · 2026-09-29 · drop
- Poor decision-making, high interception rate, and a lack of open receivers make him a candidate to drop in shallow benches.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:36:15 · 2026-09-28 · drop
- He is a candidate to drop due to the lack of offensive threat in New England.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:28:45 · 2026-09-28 · drop
- His performance was so poor that he could be a drop candidate in some fantasy leagues.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:26:56 · 2026-09-28 · drop
- He practiced in full despite a shoulder issue.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:16:15 · 2026-10-01 · usage
- Too many other available options to justify a bench spot in most leagues.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:00:09 · 2026-09-29 · drop
- The offensive line is allowing immediate pressure that disrupts his timing and rhythm.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:38:09 · 2026-09-28 · usage
- A major winner due to his recent performance and a schedule that is about to get much easier.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:04:56 · 2026-10-05
- After a terrible week one and injuries to his primary targets, he is currently sitting on benches or the waiver wire in many leagues.Dave Richard · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:15:10 · 2026-10-02
- He has been struggling significantly and the Patriots will likely rely on the run game.Dave Richard · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:33:26 · 2026-10-01
- He is playing poorly and is not a recommended start even in 2QB formats due to current form.Heath · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:11:33 · 2026-10-01
- He is currently untrustworthy despite a good matchup against a division rival, having failed to reach 10 fantasy points in three straight games.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:15:59 · 2026-10-01
- Making boneheaded mistakes and has high turnover numbers since the postseason began.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 02:10:22 · 2026-09-30
- Playing poorly with a scheme that results in negative EPA on first reads.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 02:11:05 · 2026-09-30
- He has struggled significantly with turnovers and sacks over a large sample size.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 01:26:15 · 2026-09-29
- He is struggling significantly with turnovers and poor decision-making, especially in the red zone, and lacks confidence in his reads.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:42:40 · 2026-09-29
- In super flex leagues, he is currently a QB31 and should not be started.Ryan Wormley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:46:06 · 2026-09-29
- He has failed to reach 10 fantasy points in three straight games and is being phased out of top-10 rankings.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:40:54 · 2026-09-28
- He looks completely shaken and has been playing terribly, ranking near the bottom of fantasy QBs with high turnover/fumble risks.Field · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:41:52 · 2026-09-28
- Has failed to reach double-digit fantasy points for three consecutive weeks.Daniel · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:22:58 · 2026-09-28
- Struggling significantly with low efficiency and high interceptions; currently a streaming-level option at best.Tara Roberts · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:21:04 · 2026-09-28
- He is a dynasty sell and a redraft sell right now.Scott Bogman · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:35:26 · 2026-09-28
- He has extremely high interception rates and lacks confidence, making him a potential landmine to hold.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:45:45 · 2026-09-28
- He is currently not equipped to repeat his previous success and was a major liability in the Patriots' loss.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:26:56 · 2026-09-28
- He is performing poorly and making mental errors; almost any other quarterback is a better fantasy option right now.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:54:20 · 2026-09-28
- He is a startable QB1 in the making due to his rushing floor and improving rapport with receivers.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:39:19 · 2026-10-05
- Nervous about his matchup against the Raiders due to their ability to pressure without blitzing and the Patriots' questionable offensive line.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:46:23 · 2026-10-05
- He should re-enter the top 10 QB conversation due to a lighter upcoming schedule.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:06:19 · 2026-10-05
- He showed signs of life with a big performance, though he faces a difficult matchup against Vegas next week.Tara Roberts · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:16:13 · 2026-10-05
- Showed significant improvement in decisiveness and composure under pressure compared to previous weeks.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:11:08 · 2026-10-05
- He showed significant improvement using his legs and throwing accurately, though the offensive line remains a concern.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:32:29 · 2026-10-05
- Likely to find a rushing touchdown in short-yardage situations against the Bills, similar to his previous performance.Chris Welsh · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:33:40 · 2026-10-03
- A screaming buy in keeper/dynasty formats despite recent struggles.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:56:34 · 2026-10-03
- The host is leaning toward him for a matchup against Buffalo, though it's described as 'wish casting.'Field · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:36:53 · 2026-10-02
- Despite poor recent performance and a lack of AJ Brown, his rushing upside and favorable matchup against a Bills secondary missing Christian Benford make him a preferred start over Kirk Cousins.Fitz · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:15:05 · 2026-10-02
- He is a smart buy at a low cost due to his immense ceiling, even if his current form looks broken.Ryan · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:16:31 · 2026-10-02
- His struggles are likely due to a poor supporting cast and offensive line rather than his shoulder injury.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:08:49 · 2026-10-02
- Expects a bounce-back performance and believes his talent will eventually be recognized by fantasy managers.Pat Fitz Morris · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:28:28 · 2026-10-02
- Expected to have a breakout game with high passing volume and multiple touchdowns against a weak Bills secondary.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:51:38 · 2026-10-02
- A strong dynasty buy-low candidate, though redraft managers should wait for AJ Brown's health and better offensive line play.Dave Richard · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:51:20 · 2026-10-02
- While talented, he is currently in a rut and the entire Patriots offense is fantasy useless until he improves.Field Jates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:17:48 · 2026-10-01
- Dealing with a shoulder injury and has struggled with turnovers and poor mechanics.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:01:30 · 2026-10-01
- He is a slight favorite over Geno Smith for the week in a close matchup.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:16:47 · 2026-09-30
- He is too talented to drop and should be added if others try to claim him off waivers.Michael Lester Clay Jr. · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:51:52 · 2026-09-29
- Hoping for an eventual improvement in his performance as the season progresses.Ryan Warmley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:19:01 · 2026-09-29
- Hold the player; an easier schedule is approaching and the offense should improve.J.J. Zacharisa · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:06:15 · 2026-09-29
- Hold on to him until the schedule improves and AJ Brown returns, but production is currently lacking.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:08:12 · 2026-09-28
- While currently struggling, his value may rise in a month when AJ Brown returns and the schedule improves.Mike Wright · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:46:05 · 2026-09-28
- Should bounce back; his low production in week two was due to a game script where the team didn't need to pass.Pat Fitzmorris · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:28:56 · 2026-09-26
- His schedule looks very intriguing over the next two months with several favorable matchups.Ryan Warmley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:30:12 · 2026-09-26
- He has high upside due to rushing production, but his inconsistency makes him a risky start.Daniel Dopp · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:12:30 · 2026-10-05
- He is a secondary option behind Stroud in a super flex scenario.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:31:48 · 2026-10-03
- The host was hoping for a bounce-back performance from him.Chris Welsh · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:20:20 · 2026-10-03
- Matchup against the Bills is favorable as they lack top-tier cornerbacks, potentially forcing a shootout.Pat Fitz Morris · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:01:36 · 2026-10-01
- He may be forced to carry a shaky offensive team on his shoulders in upcoming games.null · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:25:36 · 2026-10-01
- While he has high talent and a good rushing floor, he is currently a week-to-week decision and should be benched for a streaming option.Field Minister Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:50:30 · 2026-09-29
- He struggles against good teams due to a lack of receiving weapons, though he needs to improve ball security.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 01:27:41 · 2026-09-29
- The Patriots' offense should improve once A.J. Brown returns, though that is likely a long-term fix.SPEAKER_05 · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:51:14 · 2026-09-29
- KEddy PineiroK · SF · vs SEA Sun Oct 11 04:20 PM EDT
- DSTPackersDST · GB · vs CHI Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT
1 podcast take
- Described as being both 'buns and cheeks' due to poor performance.Ryan Wormley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:26:26 · 2026-09-29
Proposed lineup
Bench
- DSTJaguarsDST · JAX · vs PHI8.65 proxy
Sun Oct 11 09:25 AM EDT1 podcast take
- Favorable matchup against an Eagles offense facing multiple injuries.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:08:27 · 2026-10-05
- RBQuinshon Judkinsprojections 6.0–9.7 across sourcesRB · CLE · vs NYJ7.7 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT21 podcast takes
- He is heavily involved in the Browns' slip screen game and remains a primary option even when Jaleel McLaughlin enters.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:00:06 · 2026-10-02 · usage
- He is currently among the worst starting running backs in terms of efficiency metrics like yards before contact and success rate.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:47:00 · 2026-09-30
- One of the worst fifth-round picks; lacks explosiveness and is limited by a poor offensive line.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:29:13 · 2026-09-30
- He has struggled with efficiency and low yards per carry since early in the season.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 01:12:15 · 2026-09-29
- Expected to see high rushing volume (15-17 attempts) against a Carolina defense that allows significant yards on the ground.Chris Welsh · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:05:00 · 2026-09-26
- Despite poor rushing efficiency, his high receiving usage provides a decent fantasy floor, making him a low-end RB2.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:02:12 · 2026-10-02
- He is a good value at a discount because he is getting work, though his current production is around 10 PPR points.Dave Richard · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:59:12 · 2026-10-02
- Has struggled to produce touchdowns and has failed to reach 10 PPR points in three games.Jamie Eisenberg · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:10:00 · 2026-10-01
- Poor efficiency and a struggling offensive line make him a flex-only play at best.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:06:44 · 2026-10-01
- Getting significant touches; expects a breakout once he hits the 15 PPR point range.Dave · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:08:35 · 2026-09-30
- He is a high-end flex play and the best flex option in this game, even ahead of Metcalf in full PPR.Heath · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:36:37 · 2026-09-30
- Low efficiency and poor success rates make him unlikely to be fantasy relevant in close games.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:53:49 · 2026-09-30
- High usage floor makes him a viable flex play in half PPR despite efficiency issues.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:53:49 · 2026-09-30
- He has struggled with low yardage per carry and lacks touchdown opportunities despite high volume.Michael Lester Clay Jr. · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 01:02:42 · 2026-09-29
- If Judkins has a big game due to a favorable matchup, sell him immediately for an upgrade at WR.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:48:26 · 2026-09-26
- Adam suggests taking a chance on Judkins as a potential game-changer compared to receivers like Thomas.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:03:12 · 2026-09-26
- Saw an absurdly high target rate recently, but it is likely unsustainable due to low success rates.JJ Zacharyson · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:16:00 · 2026-10-03
- He is expected to be a reliable source of touches but remains an inefficient runner.Dave · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:03:01 · 2026-10-02
- Considered a low-end RB2; touchdowns should eventually arrive, but he isn't a high-ceiling play.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:49:57 · 2026-09-28
- He is getting plenty of carries and touches, though he didn't look particularly special in this matchup.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 01:09:43 · 2026-09-28
- The host hasn't seen the explosive playmaking ability from last year and is skeptical of his current usage.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:49:34 · 2026-09-26
- RBBreece Hallprojections 3.3–11.1 across sourcesRB · NYJ · vs CLE · doubtful7.7 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT25 podcast takes
- He is dealing with a quad injury.Tara Roberts · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:01:37 · 2026-09-30 · injury
- He is dealing with a groin injury and has been inefficient with carries.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:11:03 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Left the game with a thigh injury; his production is heavily dependent on his health.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:11:04 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Missed Week 4 due to a quad injury.JJ Zacharysen · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:03:00 · 2026-10-06 · injury
- He has been ruled out for the upcoming week.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:29:48 · 2026-10-03 · injury
- Dealing with a quadriceps injury and is considered week-to-week.Lucas Swenzel · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:05:30 · 2026-10-03 · injury
- He is looking doubtful for the upcoming week, which may lead to a committee approach.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:28:41 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- Dealing with a thigh bruise, limiting his availability.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:04:30 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- Currently listed as week-to-week; expected to miss the upcoming game.John Daigle · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 00:18:33 · 2026-09-30 · injury
- He is dealing with a thigh/groin injury and is likely to miss the upcoming week.Michael Lester Clay Jr. · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:26:39 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- Suffered a quad injury; currently considered week-to-week, which may lead to a temporary backup role.Adam Levitan · Establish The Run Fantasy Football · 01:28:44 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- Suffered a thigh injury and was ruled out for the remainder of his game.Liz Loz · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:30:53 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He left the game with a thigh injury after feeling two different things while running.Andy Holloway · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:19:41 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Left the game with a potential thigh or quad injury that could linger.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:15:50 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- He is not out for an extended period but will miss this week's game.David Kitchen · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:29:05 · 2026-10-03 · injury
- Officially ruled out for the upcoming game; managers should use an IR spot for him.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:51:47 · 2026-10-02 · injury
- He has not practiced due to a quad injury; his status for upcoming games remains uncertain.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:13:23 · 2026-10-02 · injury
- He mispracticed during the week.Host · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:18:25 · 2026-10-01 · injury
- Considered week-to-week with a quad injury.Mike Wright · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:12:54 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- He is dealing with a thigh injury and is considered week-to-week.Josh · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:09:12 · 2026-09-29 · injury
- A quad strain typically results in a two-week absence; an MRI is needed to confirm severity.Deepak Chona · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:04:53 · 2026-09-28 · injury
- Considered a top-tier buy at current cost; he is ranked in the top 12 at his position this week.Ryan Warmley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:17:27 · 2026-09-26
- He is in a similar situation to Aaron Jones regarding role uncertainty, but he will be more expensive to acquire.Dave Richard · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:59:12 · 2026-10-02
- A valuable target in a trade, provided you can weather his potential absence.Dave Richard · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:44:54 · 2026-10-01
- The trade of Breece Hall for Parker Washington is graded as a C-minus.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:05:37 · 2026-09-26
- WRCarnell TateWR · TEN · vs HOU7.0 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT16 podcast takes
- His six catches for 58 yards were not spectacular, but he is establishing himself as their primary target.SPEAKER_06 · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:03:07 · 2026-09-28 · usage
- Elite first-read target rate and high air yard share; acting as a true WR1.Jacob · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:29:09 · 2026-10-05
- His target volume has increased significantly from week two to week four, making him fantasy relevant.Liz Loza · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:16:59 · 2026-10-05
- He showed great ability with downfield catches rather than just short yardage gains.Jason Moore · The Fantasy Footballers · 00:07:00 · 2026-10-05
- He is winning routes easily and is becoming a primary first-read target for Cam Ward.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:30:38 · 2026-10-05
- Encouraged by his high target volume and production in recent games.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:59:21 · 2026-10-05
- He is a very talented player who is seeing high target volume and could rise throughout the season.Field Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:19:39 · 2026-10-05
- He has a great matchup in week five against Houston, a defense that allows high fantasy points to wide receivers.Daniel Dopp · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:17:45 · 2026-10-05
- He is currently a flex play, but could move into the WR2 range if he continues his current trajectory.Liz Loza · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:18:11 · 2026-10-05
- A good buy right now despite some boneheaded plays.JJ Zacharyson · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:45:29 · 2026-10-03
- He had a good game last week and is seeing good targets, making him a viable flex option.Mike Clay · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:59:05 · 2026-10-01
- Lacks consistent target quality and missed a touchdown opportunity; not a preferred option compared to other flex plays.Jake Seeley · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:45:57 · 2026-10-01
- He has a high target share and is getting open frequently, making him a priority over Ameka Igbuka.Jason Moore · The Fantasy Footballers · 01:08:50 · 2026-10-01
- He is a top-five rookie receiver by target share and is worth a low-cost buy based on talent alone.Ryan Warmly · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:41:42 · 2026-09-30
- The Titans offense is not good, making him a potential sell candidate despite his rookie status.Ryan Warmly · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:43:22 · 2026-09-30
- High target share among rookies; he is a good stash/trade target if you can acquire him for a bench player.JJ Zacharisa · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:08:15 · 2026-09-30
- KAndres BorregalesK · NE · vs LV6.85 proxy
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT - WRLuther Burden IIIclose call vs Mike Evans, Carnell Tate (0.91 pts)WR · CHI · vs GB6.7 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT21 podcast takes
- His snap share increased to 73% in week three and he leads the team with a 25.3% target share.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:33:07 · 2026-10-01 · usage
- He was heavily involved in the passing game, catching many check-downs.Christopher Harris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:00:45 · 2026-09-29 · usage
- He is a high-quality player who is excellent after the catch and is a primary part of the offense.Dave Richard · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:20:19 · 2026-10-02
- His usage is exploding with a season-high target share and high expected points.Host · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:30:00 · 2026-10-02
- He saw 11 targets last week and is clearly a focal point in the offense, providing high-volume opportunities.Daniel · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:56:50 · 2026-09-30
- He is a high-upside WR2/3 with elite usage, including a high target share and route share.Hayden · Yahoo Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden · 00:10:30 · 2026-09-30
- Prefers him over Neighbors despite a difficult matchup against the Jets.Dan · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:06:17 · 2026-10-03
- Considered a player that could be packaged in a trade for more consistent assets.Chris · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:02:44 · 2026-10-02
- Suggests packaging him with Jeremiah Love to target Chase Brown.Josh · Harris Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:04:08 · 2026-10-02
- Jamie is starting him as the number two receiver.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 01:05:08 · 2026-10-01
- Leading the team in targets over the last three weeks.Andrew Erickson · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:06:30 · 2026-10-01
- Drafted him late in the offseason after his ADP stabilized; high offseason hype.Mike · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:29:27 · 2026-09-30
- His efficiency is low and he faces a difficult matchup against the Jets.Mike · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:55:34 · 2026-09-30
- High target per route run rate on quick throws; numbers should follow if the QB plays on time.Dave · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:53:33 · 2026-09-29
- He is the most reliable skill player for the Bears and should be in most lineups.Field Minister Yates · ESPN Fantasy Focus Football · 00:10:46 · 2026-09-29
- He is a preferred choice for a flex spot alongside Emmett Johnson.Adam · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:26:56 · 2026-09-26
- Usage is confusing and he has played fewer snaps than some other options recently.Pat Fitzmorris · FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast · 01:11:49 · 2026-09-26
- Data shows he is frequently a first read in the offense and possesses good separation metrics.JJ · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:15:39 · 2026-09-26
- It might be the right time to sell due to uncertainty regarding quarterback health.Jamie · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:18:29 · 2026-10-03
- Considered a flex option at best.Heath Cummings · CBS Fantasy Football Today · 00:03:56 · 2026-09-27
- Comps suggest he will likely perform exactly at his current ADP expectation.JJ · The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast · 00:43:44 · 2026-09-26
- QBFernando MendozaQB · LV · vs NE0.0 proj
Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT - RBKenneth GainwellRB · TB · vs DAL
Thu Oct 08 08:10 PM EDT
Claimable adds / FAAB
Phase 2; timing unverified. not built.
Dated manual FAAB balance missing. Dollar recommendations withheld.
K/DST: manual guidance only; restore legality first. Numerical league valuation is unavailable.
Roster · fresh
| Slot | Player | Opp | Status | News | Proj | Sleeper | ESPN | CBS | Lock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/QB | Josh Allenprojections 11.8–17.5 across sourcesQB · BUF · bye 7 | LAR | No injury textInjury date unavailable | Bills' Josh Allen: Two total TDs in loss10 podcast takes · 5 shows · 4 news
| 15.3± 5.7 · 3 sources | 17.5 | 16.6 | 11.8 | Mon Oct 12 08:10 PM EDT |
| A/RB | Chris Rodriguez Jr.RB · JAX · bye 7 | PHI | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Jaguars' Chris Rodriguez: Scores again in Week 4 win6 podcast takes · 4 shows
| 4.0± 0.4 · 3 sources | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.0 | Sun Oct 11 09:25 AM EDT |
| A/RB | Kenneth Walker IIIRB · KC · bye 5 | – | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Chiefs' Kenneth Walker: Runs for 177 and two TDs in win20 podcast takes · 8 shows · 1 news
| 0.0± 0.0 · 2 sources | 0.0 | 0.0 | – | unverified |
| A/WR-TE | Mike Evansprojections 5.8–8.9 across sourcesWR · SF · bye 8 | SEA | No injury textInjury date unavailable | 49ers' Mike Evans: Productive despite injury Sunday25 podcast takes · 8 shows · 19 news
| 7.6± 3.1 · 3 sources | 8.9 | 8.0 | 5.8 | Sun Oct 11 04:20 PM EDT |
| A/WR-TE | Brock BowersTE · LV · bye 13 | NE | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Raiders' Brock Bowers: Scores again in Week 4 loss37 podcast takes · 8 shows · 3 news
| 10.0± 0.7 · 3 sources | 9.9 | 10.3 | 9.6 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| A/WR-TE | Jalen CokerWR · CAR · bye 5 | – | Quadriceps: Questionable for Week 6 at PhiladelphiaFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT · questionable · Projection may be stale | Panthers' Jalen Coker: Inactive in Week 427 podcast takes · 8 shows · 14 news
| 0.0± 0.0 · 2 sources | 0.0 | 0.0 | – | unverified |
| A/FLEX | Drake Mayeprojections 10.3–14.7 across sourcesQB · NE · bye 11 | LV | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Patriots' Drake Maye: Three-TD day in Week 4 win59 podcast takes · 8 shows · 8 news
| 13.1± 4.4 · 3 sources | 14.4 | 14.7 | 10.3 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| A/K | Eddy PineiroK · SF · bye 8 | SEA | No injury textInjury date unavailable | 49ers' Eddy Pineiro: Imperfect in victory | 7.45pts_std proxy | – | – | – | Sun Oct 11 04:20 PM EDT |
| A/DST | PackersDST · GB · bye 11 | CHI | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Packers' Evan Williams: Busy day in Tampa Bay1 podcast take · 1 show
| 6.37pts_std proxy | – | – | – | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/QB | Fernando MendozaQB · LV · bye 13 | NE | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Raiders' Fernando Mendoza: Plays spectator in Week 4 loss | 0.0± 0.0 · 2 sources | 0.0 | 0.0 | – | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/RB | Quinshon Judkinsprojections 6.0–9.7 across sourcesRB · CLE · bye 11 | NYJ | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Browns' Quinshon Judkins: Grinds way to productive night21 podcast takes · 8 shows · 1 news
| 7.7± 3.7 · 3 sources | 7.5 | 9.7 | 6.0 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/RB | Breece Hallprojections 3.3–11.1 across sourcesRB · NYJ · bye 13 | CLE | Quadriceps: Doubtful for Week 5 vsFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT · doubtful | Jets' Breece Hall: Ruled out for Sunday's game25 podcast takes · 8 shows · 21 news
| 7.7± 7.8 · 3 sources | 8.8 | 11.1 | 3.3 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/RB | Kenneth GainwellRB · TB · bye 10 | DAL | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Buccaneers' Kenny Gainwell: Finds end zone in Week 4 loss | – | – | –ESPN: unmatched | – | Thu Oct 08 08:10 PM EDT |
| RS/WR-TE | Carnell TateWR · TEN · bye 9 | HOU | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Titans' Carnell Tate: Career-best day in loss to Ravens16 podcast takes · 5 shows · 1 news
| 7.0± 1.8 · 3 sources | 6.7 | 8.0 | 6.2 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/WR-TE | Luther Burden IIIWR · CHI · bye 10 | GB | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Bears' Luther Burden: Ties season high with 63 rec yards21 podcast takes · 6 shows · 2 news
| 6.7± 1.7 · 3 sources | 6.6 | 7.5 | 5.8 | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/K | Andres BorregalesK · NE · bye 11 | LV | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Patriots' Andy Borregales: No FGAs in win | 6.85pts_std proxy | – | – | – | Sun Oct 11 12:55 PM EDT |
| RS/DST | JaguarsDST · JAX · bye 7 | PHI | No injury textFri Oct 02 01:42 PM EDT | Jaguars' Jourdan Lewis: Logs second interception of 20261 podcast take · 1 show
| 8.65pts_std proxy | – | – | – | Sun Oct 11 09:25 AM EDT |
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9:25 AM lock · Week 5Chris Rodriguez Jr., Jaguars
12:55 PM lock · Week 5Brock Bowers, Drake Maye, Packers, Fernando Mendoza, Quinshon Judkins, Breece Hall, Carnell Tate, Luther Burden III, Andres Borregales
4:20 PM lock · Week 5Mike Evans, Eddy Pineiro
12:55 PM Add/drop transactions lock
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8:10 PM lock · Week 5Josh Allen
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Projection accuracy
Cumulative
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 2261 | 1.73N=2261Median absolute error: 0.03N=2261 | 3.66N=2261 | 0.21N=2261 | 79.8%N=2261 |
| ESPN | 3 | 1478 | 2.65N=1478Median absolute error: 1.29N=1478 | 4.54N=1478 | 0.42N=1478 | 68.0%N=1478 |
| CBS | 3 | 466 | 5.30N=466Median absolute error: 3.90N=466 | 7.27N=466 | -0.89N=466 | 39.9%N=466 |
| Consensus | 3 | 2261 | 1.70N=2261Median absolute error: 0.07N=2261 | 3.61N=2261 | 0.13N=2261 | 79.7%N=2261 |
Per week
Week 1 · pending
Accuracy pending a complete archive (N=0).
Week 2 · complete
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 747 | 1.71N=747Median absolute error: 0.08N=747 | 3.71N=747 | 0.40N=747 | 80.3%N=747 |
| ESPN | 1 | 480 | 2.63N=480Median absolute error: 1.32N=480 | 4.54N=480 | 0.73N=480 | 68.1%N=480 |
| CBS | 1 | 159 | 5.25N=159Median absolute error: 4.00N=159 | 7.28N=159 | -0.35N=159 | 39.0%N=159 |
| Consensus | 1 | 747 | 1.66N=747Median absolute error: 0.10N=747 | 3.62N=747 | 0.32N=747 | 79.9%N=747 |
Week 2: positions and our roster
QB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 109 | 2.07N=109Median absolute error: 0.00N=109 | 4.23N=109 | 0.54N=109 | 73.4%N=109 |
| ESPN | 1 | 76 | 2.83N=76Median absolute error: 0.00N=76 | 4.90N=76 | 0.90N=76 | 64.5%N=76 |
| CBS | 1 | 36 | 5.12N=36Median absolute error: 3.55N=36 | 6.70N=36 | -1.44N=36 | 47.2%N=36 |
| Consensus | 1 | 109 | 1.88N=109Median absolute error: 0.00N=109 | 3.91N=109 | 0.24N=109 | 75.2%N=109 |
RB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 168 | 1.70N=168Median absolute error: 0.29N=168 | 3.21N=168 | 1.00N=168 | 78.6%N=168 |
| ESPN | 1 | 108 | 2.59N=108Median absolute error: 1.68N=108 | 4.00N=108 | 1.71N=108 | 63.0%N=108 |
| CBS | 1 | 47 | 4.33N=47Median absolute error: 3.60N=47 | 5.58N=47 | 1.04N=47 | 42.6%N=47 |
| Consensus | 1 | 168 | 1.62N=168Median absolute error: 0.29N=168 | 3.06N=168 | 0.89N=168 | 79.2%N=168 |
WR
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 298 | 1.82N=298Median absolute error: 0.14N=298 | 4.29N=298 | 0.12N=298 | 80.5%N=298 |
| ESPN | 1 | 193 | 2.76N=193Median absolute error: 1.33N=193 | 5.13N=193 | 0.31N=193 | 69.4%N=193 |
| CBS | 1 | 59 | 6.06N=59Median absolute error: 4.30N=59 | 8.89N=59 | -0.74N=59 | 33.9%N=59 |
| Consensus | 1 | 298 | 1.81N=298Median absolute error: 0.17N=298 | 4.24N=298 | 0.08N=298 | 79.2%N=298 |
TE
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 172 | 1.27N=172Median absolute error: 0.18N=172 | 2.57N=172 | 0.22N=172 | 86.0%N=172 |
| ESPN | 1 | 103 | 2.26N=103Median absolute error: 1.58N=103 | 3.49N=103 | 0.39N=103 | 73.8%N=103 |
| CBS | 1 | 17 | 5.23N=17Median absolute error: 5.00N=17 | 6.33N=17 | -0.52N=17 | 29.4%N=17 |
| Consensus | 1 | 172 | 1.31N=172Median absolute error: 0.21N=172 | 2.63N=172 | 0.22N=172 | 84.9%N=172 |
Our roster
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 12 | 5.00N=12Median absolute error: 4.41N=12 | 6.50N=12 | 1.17N=12 | 41.7%N=12 |
| ESPN | 1 | 12 | 4.37N=12Median absolute error: 3.90N=12 | 5.69N=12 | 1.76N=12 | 33.3%N=12 |
| CBS | 1 | 10 | 5.05N=10Median absolute error: 5.05N=10 | 6.75N=10 | 0.49N=10 | 40.0%N=10 |
| Consensus | 1 | 12 | 4.36N=12Median absolute error: 3.56N=12 | 5.69N=12 | 1.15N=12 | 41.7%N=12 |
Week 3 · complete
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 756 | 1.69N=756Median absolute error: 0.04N=756 | 3.37N=756 | 0.11N=756 | 79.1%N=756 |
| ESPN | 1 | 492 | 2.67N=492Median absolute error: 1.35N=492 | 4.36N=492 | 0.28N=492 | 65.9%N=492 |
| CBS | 1 | 151 | 5.03N=151Median absolute error: 3.80N=151 | 6.69N=151 | -1.10N=151 | 43.7%N=151 |
| Consensus | 1 | 756 | 1.69N=756Median absolute error: 0.07N=756 | 3.39N=756 | 0.03N=756 | 78.7%N=756 |
Week 3: positions and our roster
QB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 109 | 1.63N=109Median absolute error: 0.00N=109 | 3.49N=109 | 0.22N=109 | 78.0%N=109 |
| ESPN | 1 | 76 | 2.28N=76Median absolute error: 0.00N=76 | 4.23N=76 | 0.33N=76 | 69.7%N=76 |
| CBS | 1 | 36 | 5.19N=36Median absolute error: 2.95N=36 | 7.28N=36 | -2.10N=36 | 50.0%N=36 |
| Consensus | 1 | 109 | 1.57N=109Median absolute error: 0.00N=109 | 3.53N=109 | -0.11N=109 | 75.2%N=109 |
RB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 169 | 2.07N=169Median absolute error: 0.21N=169 | 4.02N=169 | 0.54N=169 | 75.1%N=169 |
| ESPN | 1 | 111 | 3.26N=111Median absolute error: 1.51N=111 | 5.32N=111 | 1.00N=111 | 60.4%N=111 |
| CBS | 1 | 47 | 5.22N=47Median absolute error: 4.00N=47 | 7.13N=47 | -0.31N=47 | 34.0%N=47 |
| Consensus | 1 | 169 | 2.04N=169Median absolute error: 0.27N=169 | 4.02N=169 | 0.42N=169 | 75.7%N=169 |
WR
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 302 | 1.60N=302Median absolute error: 0.24N=302 | 3.02N=302 | -0.05N=302 | 80.1%N=302 |
| ESPN | 1 | 198 | 2.60N=198Median absolute error: 1.72N=198 | 3.92N=198 | 0.11N=198 | 64.6%N=198 |
| CBS | 1 | 52 | 4.61N=52Median absolute error: 3.75N=52 | 5.75N=52 | -1.17N=52 | 48.1%N=52 |
| Consensus | 1 | 302 | 1.64N=302Median absolute error: 0.17N=302 | 3.06N=302 | -0.05N=302 | 78.8%N=302 |
TE
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 176 | 1.51N=176Median absolute error: 0.17N=176 | 3.19N=176 | -0.10N=176 | 81.8%N=176 |
| ESPN | 1 | 107 | 2.46N=107Median absolute error: 1.12N=107 | 4.10N=107 | -0.21N=107 | 71.0%N=107 |
| CBS | 1 | 16 | 5.51N=16Median absolute error: 3.50N=16 | 6.81N=16 | -0.89N=16 | 43.8%N=16 |
| Consensus | 1 | 176 | 1.49N=176Median absolute error: 0.17N=176 | 3.17N=176 | -0.12N=176 | 83.5%N=176 |
Our roster
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 12 | 4.98N=12Median absolute error: 4.12N=12 | 6.32N=12 | 1.03N=12 | 41.7%N=12 |
| ESPN | 1 | 12 | 5.28N=12Median absolute error: 4.51N=12 | 6.43N=12 | 1.40N=12 | 25.0%N=12 |
| CBS | 1 | 11 | 4.02N=11Median absolute error: 2.60N=11 | 5.49N=11 | -0.38N=11 | 54.5%N=11 |
| Consensus | 1 | 12 | 4.69N=12Median absolute error: 3.94N=12 | 5.95N=12 | 0.58N=12 | 41.7%N=12 |
Week 4 · complete
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 758 | 1.78N=758Median absolute error: 0.00N=758 | 3.87N=758 | 0.12N=758 | 80.1%N=758 |
| ESPN | 1 | 506 | 2.65N=506Median absolute error: 1.09N=506 | 4.70N=506 | 0.27N=506 | 70.0%N=506 |
| CBS | 1 | 156 | 5.60N=156Median absolute error: 4.00N=156 | 7.79N=156 | -1.25N=156 | 37.2%N=156 |
| Consensus | 1 | 758 | 1.74N=758Median absolute error: 0.03N=758 | 3.82N=758 | 0.04N=758 | 80.6%N=758 |
Week 4: positions and our roster
QB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 108 | 1.61N=108Median absolute error: 0.00N=108 | 3.28N=108 | 0.62N=108 | 75.9%N=108 |
| ESPN | 1 | 76 | 2.20N=76Median absolute error: 0.00N=76 | 4.01N=76 | 1.04N=76 | 68.4%N=76 |
| CBS | 1 | 38 | 3.99N=38Median absolute error: 2.45N=38 | 5.61N=38 | -0.93N=38 | 52.6%N=38 |
| Consensus | 1 | 108 | 1.51N=108Median absolute error: 0.00N=108 | 3.21N=108 | 0.33N=108 | 80.6%N=108 |
RB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 169 | 2.41N=169Median absolute error: 0.21N=169 | 4.79N=169 | 0.02N=169 | 74.6%N=169 |
| ESPN | 1 | 115 | 3.61N=115Median absolute error: 1.97N=115 | 5.87N=115 | 0.18N=115 | 61.7%N=115 |
| CBS | 1 | 47 | 6.74N=47Median absolute error: 4.60N=47 | 9.22N=47 | -2.63N=47 | 34.0%N=47 |
| Consensus | 1 | 169 | 2.35N=169Median absolute error: 0.20N=169 | 4.72N=169 | -0.09N=169 | 75.1%N=169 |
WR
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 303 | 1.86N=303Median absolute error: 0.00N=303 | 4.20N=303 | -0.09N=303 | 81.2%N=303 |
| ESPN | 1 | 206 | 2.73N=206Median absolute error: 1.34N=206 | 4.98N=206 | 0.01N=206 | 69.9%N=206 |
| CBS | 1 | 55 | 6.10N=55Median absolute error: 4.80N=55 | 8.40N=55 | -0.83N=55 | 32.7%N=55 |
| Consensus | 1 | 303 | 1.85N=303Median absolute error: 0.07N=303 | 4.17N=303 | -0.10N=303 | 79.9%N=303 |
TE
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 178 | 1.17N=178Median absolute error: 0.13N=178 | 2.33N=178 | 0.27N=178 | 86.0%N=178 |
| ESPN | 1 | 109 | 1.80N=109Median absolute error: 0.89N=109 | 2.84N=109 | 0.31N=109 | 79.8%N=109 |
| CBS | 1 | 16 | 4.38N=16Median absolute error: 4.45N=16 | 4.95N=16 | 0.59N=16 | 25.0%N=16 |
| Consensus | 1 | 178 | 1.13N=178Median absolute error: 0.11N=178 | 2.27N=178 | 0.22N=178 | 87.1%N=178 |
Our roster
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 1 | 12 | 4.45N=12Median absolute error: 3.94N=12 | 5.93N=12 | -2.73N=12 | 33.3%N=12 |
| ESPN | 1 | 12 | 4.00N=12Median absolute error: 3.78N=12 | 5.36N=12 | -2.60N=12 | 41.7%N=12 |
| CBS | 1 | 10 | 6.18N=10Median absolute error: 3.80N=10 | 8.83N=10 | -5.18N=10 | 40.0%N=10 |
| Consensus | 1 | 12 | 4.28N=12Median absolute error: 3.80N=12 | 5.70N=12 | -2.72N=12 | 33.3%N=12 |
Week 5 · pending
Accuracy pending a complete archive (N=0).
Per position
QB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 326 | 1.77N=326Median absolute error: 0.00N=326 | 3.69N=326 | 0.46N=326 | 75.8%N=326 |
| ESPN | 3 | 228 | 2.44N=228Median absolute error: 0.00N=228 | 4.40N=228 | 0.76N=228 | 67.5%N=228 |
| CBS | 3 | 110 | 4.75N=110Median absolute error: 3.05N=110 | 6.55N=110 | -1.48N=110 | 50.0%N=110 |
| Consensus | 3 | 326 | 1.65N=326Median absolute error: 0.00N=326 | 3.56N=326 | 0.15N=326 | 77.0%N=326 |
RB
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 506 | 2.06N=506Median absolute error: 0.26N=506 | 4.06N=506 | 0.52N=506 | 76.1%N=506 |
| ESPN | 3 | 334 | 3.16N=334Median absolute error: 1.71N=334 | 5.14N=334 | 0.95N=334 | 61.7%N=334 |
| CBS | 3 | 141 | 5.43N=141Median absolute error: 4.00N=141 | 7.46N=141 | -0.63N=141 | 36.9%N=141 |
| Consensus | 3 | 506 | 2.00N=506Median absolute error: 0.27N=506 | 3.99N=506 | 0.41N=506 | 76.7%N=506 |
WR
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 903 | 1.76N=903Median absolute error: 0.14N=903 | 3.88N=903 | -0.01N=903 | 80.6%N=903 |
| ESPN | 3 | 597 | 2.70N=597Median absolute error: 1.43N=597 | 4.71N=597 | 0.14N=597 | 68.0%N=597 |
| CBS | 3 | 166 | 5.62N=166Median absolute error: 4.25N=166 | 7.86N=166 | -0.91N=166 | 38.0%N=166 |
| Consensus | 3 | 903 | 1.77N=903Median absolute error: 0.14N=903 | 3.86N=903 | -0.02N=903 | 79.3%N=903 |
TE
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 526 | 1.32N=526Median absolute error: 0.16N=526 | 2.72N=526 | 0.13N=526 | 84.6%N=526 |
| ESPN | 3 | 319 | 2.17N=319Median absolute error: 1.12N=319 | 3.51N=319 | 0.16N=319 | 74.9%N=319 |
| CBS | 3 | 49 | 5.04N=49Median absolute error: 4.80N=49 | 6.09N=49 | -0.28N=49 | 32.7%N=49 |
| Consensus | 3 | 526 | 1.31N=526Median absolute error: 0.17N=526 | 2.72N=526 | 0.11N=526 | 85.2%N=526 |
Our roster
| Source | Weeks | N | MAE | RMSE | Bias | Within 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeper | 3 | 36 | 4.81N=36Median absolute error: 4.04N=36 | 6.25N=36 | -0.18N=36 | 38.9%N=36 |
| ESPN | 3 | 36 | 4.55N=36Median absolute error: 3.91N=36 | 5.85N=36 | 0.19N=36 | 33.3%N=36 |
| CBS | 3 | 31 | 5.05N=31Median absolute error: 3.80N=31 | 7.11N=31 | -1.65N=31 | 45.2%N=31 |
| Consensus | 3 | 36 | 4.44N=36Median absolute error: 3.83N=36 | 5.78N=36 | -0.33N=36 | 38.9%N=36 |
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