Week 9 Quarterback Rankings for Fantasy Football: Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, Justin Fields, Derek Carr, Andy Dalton, Jared Goff

Six teams are on the bye this week; fantasy football managers will need to make smarter decisions as their teams get through the bye-week gauntlet. The Browns, Giants, Steelers, Broncos, Cowboys, and the 49ers are off this week. Who can fantasy managers use to replace quarterbacks such as Dak Prescott, Daniel Jones, and Jimmy Garoppolo […]

Cade Otton A Deep-League Streaming Option Against Rams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton should have an expanded role in Sunday's contest against the Los Angeles Rams with Cameron Brate (neck) ruled out. He caught two of five targets for 15 yards in the Week 8 loss to the Ravens. The rookie tight end had a touchdown called back due to an […]

Chris Godwin A Must Start Against Rams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin has seen double-digit targets in four of his last five games. He has yet to find the end zone but has 35 catches for 368 yards over six games in 2022. The 26-year-old has a plus matchup against the LA Rams in Week 9. The Rams have been […]

Mike Evans Should Be Heavily Targeted Against Rams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has seen double-digit targets over the last two weeks. He has hauled in 15 catches for 219 yards during that span. The 29-year-old is quarterback Tom Brady's favorite weapon, averaging eight targets per game. He has a terrific matchup against the Rams, who rank 30th in DVOA against […]

Leonard Fournette A Mid-Range RB2 Against Rams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette has been bottled up the last two weeks. He has rushed for 43 yards on 17 attempts and a touchdown while catching five passes for 41 yards in the previous two weeks. The 27-year-old has struggled to find running room due to the offensive line's recent struggles. He […]

Tom Brady A Borderline QB1 Against Rams

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has thrown for 300-plus yards in three of his last five games. He goes up against the Rams, who rank ninth in pass DVOA this season. The 45-year-old has been solid this season, throwing for 2,267 yards and nine touchdowns over eight games in 2022. Tampa Bay ranks first […]

Hunter Henry A Boom Or Bust Option Against Colts

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry has been hit-or-miss this season. He has 15 catches for 190 yards and a touchdown over eight games in 2022. The 27-year-old was limited to one catch in last Sunday's win over the New York Jets. He will look to rebound against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9. […]

Tyquan Thornton Could Have Expanded Role Against Colts

New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton could have an expanded role with DeVante Parker (knee) ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. He logged a season-high 61 snaps in last Sunday's win over the Jets. The 22-year-old continues to see a decent amount of snaps but has only recorded eight catches […]

Jakobi Meyers A Solid Option Against Colts

New England Patriots wide receiver Jakobi Meyers has become the team's top target in 2022. He had 35 catches for 415 yards and three touchdowns over six games. The 25-year-old has a terrific matchup against the Indianapolis Colts this Sunday. The Colts rank 29th in DVOA against the opposing team's WR1s. DeVante Parker (knee) has […]

Rhamondre Stevenson A Must-Start Against Colts

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson continues to be one of the most reliable fantasy running backs this season. He's rushed for 558 yards on 114 attempts and four touchdowns while catching 32 passes for 217 yards over eight games in 2022. The 24-year-old has scored three touchdowns over the last three games and […]

Mac Jones An Option In Superflex Leagues

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones had a modest performance in last Sunday's start against the Jets. He completed 24 of 35 passes for 194 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in the Week 8 win. The 24-year-old will look to improve on last Sunday's performance when the Patriots take on the Indianapolis Colts in […]

Hunter Renfrow A Flex Option Against The Jaguars

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow caught one of two targets for six yards in Sunday's 24-0 loss to the New Orleans Saints. The Raiders' offense struggled mightily last Sunday and will look to bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 9. Renfrow has been quiet this season, catching 18 passes for 166 […]

J.K. Dobbins 3-4 Weeks Away From Returning

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said running back J.K. Dobbins' (knee) recent left knee scope was a "smashing success," but the running back is still about three to four weeks away from a return from Injured Reserve. He underwent arthroscopic knee surgery in mid-October and is a few weeks away from being activated from […]

Adam Trautman Returns To Practice Thursday

New Orleans Saints tight end Adam Trautman (ankle) was a limited practice participant Thursday. He hasn't practiced since Week 6 due to an ankle injury. The 25-year-old has caught seven passes for 86 yards and a touchdown over six games in 2022. If active, Trautman is a dart throw at best and is behind Juwan […]

Brandin Cooks Will Return To The Texans Friday

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (personal) will be back in the team's building Friday. "Brandin will be back in the building tomorrow, on the team," said Texans head coach Lovie Smith. The 29-year-old missed Thursday's game against the Eagles for personal reasons and two days of practice after expressing his displeasure on social media […]

Daniel Carlson Remains An Elite Option Against Jacksonville

Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson did not register any point-after tries or field-goal attempts during last Sunday's 24-0 loss to the New Orleans Saints. The Raiders' offense will look to bounce against the Jaguars in Week 9 after being shut out last Sunday against New Orleans. Carlson is a perfect 16-for-16 in field goal […]

Noah Fant Remains Limited Thursday

Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. He has now practiced in a limited capacity in back-to-back days. The 24-year-old will have one more chance to log a full practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. He has 22 catches for 176 yards and one touchdown […]

Marquise Goodwin Doesn't Practice Thursday

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (groin) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice. With back-to-back missed practices, the 31-year-old is trending in the wrong direction toward suiting up for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. DK Metcalf (knee) and Tyler Lockett (hamstring, ribs) were both full participants in Thursday's practice. Goodwin will have one more […]

Chuba Hubbard Limited Thursday

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday. He was ruled out for last Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons due to a sprained ankle. He has been limited in practice this week and will have one more chance to log a full practice to increase his chances of suiting […]

Matt Prater Remains Limited Thursday

Arizona Cardinals kicker Matt Prater (hip) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. He has been limited in practice this week and will have one more chance to log a full practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. The veteran made both his field goals and extra points in last Sunday's loss to […]

Tyler Lockett Logs Full Practice Thursday

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (hamstring, ribs) was a full participant in Thursday's practice. He is dealing with a pair of injuries but did suit up last Sunday against the Giants. The 30-year-old has been cleared and will play against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9. He has racked up 46 catches for 531 […]

DK Metcalf Fully Practices On Thursday

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice. He was active in Week 8 against the Giants despite dealing with a patellar tendon injury. The 24-year-old is expected to play against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9. He has recorded 37 catches for 473 yards and three touchdowns over […]

James Conner Remains Limited Thursday

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (ribs) was limited in Thursday's practice. He has been limited in back-to-back practices due to a rib injury. The 25-year-old has been sidelined since Week 5 and will have to log a full practice on Friday to increase his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. If […]

Cam Akers Could Return Against Tampa Bay

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (personal) could return and play in Sunday's contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Sean McVay said Wednesday "he had a good talk with Cam Akers," who has been inactive the past two games and wasn't traded by Tuesday's deadline. The 23-year-old will return to practice on Thursday. He […]

Josh Jacobs Remains An Elite Option Against The Jaguars

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs was quiet in last Sunday's loss to the New Orleans Saints. He rushed 10 times for 43 yards and caught two of four targets for 11 yards in the Week 8 loss. The 24-year-old has been a reliable fantasy option this season, rushing for 676 yards and six […]

Derek Carr Will Look To Bounce Back Against Jacksonville

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr completed 15-of-26 passes for 101 yards and an interception in Sunday's 24-0 loss to the Saints. The Raiders were shut out as the offense struggled to move the ball in last Sunday's loss against New Orleans. Carr will look to bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 9. […]

Brandin Cooks' Status Up In The Air For Thursday Night

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks didn't practice this week due to personal reasons, and it's unclear if he will be active for Thursday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles. The 29-year-old is officially listed as questionable, and his status for Thursday's contest is up in the air. After the Texans didn't move the veteran […]

Cam Akers Will Return To Practice Thursday

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (personal) will return to practice Thursday. He has been inactive the last two games for what the team called personal reasons. The Rams could not find a trade partner for Akers by the NFL trade deadline, and he will return to the team for Thursday's practice. The 23-year-old […]

Bradley Chubb Inks Five-Year Extension With Miami

The Miami Dolphins signed linebacker Bradley Chubb to a five-year, $119 million contract extension on Thursday. Miami recently acquired Chubb from the Broncos just before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday. Chubb and a 2025 fifth-round pick will be moved to the Broncos for a 2023 first-round pick, a 2024 fourth-round selection, and running back […]

Adam Thielen Logs Full Practice Wednesday

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. In last Sunday's win over the Arizona Cardinals, he suffered a knee contusion. The 32-year-old caught six of his seven targets for 67 yards in the Week 8 win. Overall, he has 35 catches for 351 yards and two touchdowns over […]