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BALLER MOVE: Start in 16+ Team Leagues
POSITIONAL VALUE: WR75
ANALYSIS: Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton was a popular dynasty rookie pick. Tee Higgins will play on the franchise tag this season but likely won’t return in 2025, making Burton the favorite to take over as the starter opposite Ja'Marr Chase. However, the rookie might have immediate fantasy value despite being the No. 4 wide receiver during training camp.
The Bengals could be without Higgins and Chase for tomorrow’s matchup against the New England Patriots. Higgins popped up on the injury report late in the week. At the same time, Chase will be limited if he plays after sitting out most of training camp because of contract negotiations.
The #Bengals list WR Tee Higgins (hamstring) as doubtful for Sunday's game. Meanwhile, WR Ja'Marr Chase (rest) is listed as questionable and OT Amarius Mims (pec) is out.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 6, 2024
Burton should get the start if Higgins and Chase miss tomorrow’s game. Unfortunately, the matchup isn’t ideal for fantasy players. The Patriots have a solid pass defense. More importantly, Cincinnati might only need to score 10 points to win the game, limiting how much Joe Burrow needs to push the ball downfield to Burton.
While the rookie will see more snaps and targets with Higgins and Chase out of the lineup, fantasy players should only start Burton as a desperation flex option in deeper leagues.
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