Should I Drop Diontae Johnson? Fantasy Football Outlook For Week 11

Is it time to move on from Diontae Johnson in fantasy football? Johnson's fantasy value has plunged after an underwhelming start with the Baltimore Ravens.

Numerous managers are questioning whether he is worth holding onto. Should you give him another week or drop him for a more dependable option?

Let's break down his current situation and offer potential waiver replacements if you decide to let him go.

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Should I Drop Diontae Johnson in Fantasy Football?

Johnson had a promising start to the season with the Carolina Panthers, posting 30 catches for 357 yards and three touchdowns. The 28-year-old has struggled since joining the Baltimore Ravens.

The Toledo product has just one catch for six yards in his two games with Baltimore. He has yet to make an impact, playing only five snaps in Week 10 versus the Cincinnati Bengals.

Trade: Carolina is sending wide receiver Diontae Johnson to the Baltimore Ravens, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/OwYA6YurRb

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 29, 2024

The wideout was targeted twice during that short stint on the field, which is encouraging. The Ravens' spread-the-wealth approach to passing could limit his fantasy value as they have multiple talented pass-catchers on the roster. Head coach Jim Harbaugh has stated that Johnson should see increased snaps moving forward.

While a revenge game against Johnson's former team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, could offer some spark, you should not feel comfortable starting the receiver this week.

If you can afford to hold onto him for one more week, that would be ideal, especially in larger leagues with deeper benches. However, dropping him may be the best decision if you are in a shallow league and need immediate production.

Who Should I Pickup in Week 11 Fantasy Football?

If you are ready to move on from Johnson, there are a few intriguing options on the waiver wire.

One pickup is Ricky Pearsall of the San Francisco 49ers. Taken in the first round of the NFL Draft, Pearsall has stepped up with Brandon Aiyuk, who is sidelined for the season. His involvement in the offense has increased, making him a potential high-upside option if you need to replace Johnson.

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— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) November 10, 2024

Other waiver options include Adonai Mitchell of the Colts, Marquez Valdes-Scantling of the Saints, Quentin Johnston of the Chargers, and Khalil Shakir of the Bills. While these players have seen varying levels of involvement, they could offer some solid performances depending on matchups.

It might be worth holding onto Johnson for one more week if you can. Although he has struggled with Baltimore, his past success with the Panthers still gives hope that he could find a role again. Monitor his progress and check back next week to reassess whether you should cut him from your roster.

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