Fantasy Football: Week 6 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em
When setting your fantasy football lineup, you want to make smart choices. Let’s dive into some players who could shine or struggle this week.
Quarterbacks to Start
Justin Herbert vs. Dolphins (1 p.m. ET, CBS)
Herbert hasn’t been lighting up the scoreboard lately. However, the Dolphins’ defense has been generous, allowing over 23 points to four quarterbacks already this season. This could be a good chance for him to bounce back.
Drake Maye at Saints (1 p.m. ET, CBS)
Maye had a disappointing game last week but looks poised to recover against a Saints defense that has let three quarterbacks score over 18 points. Plus, if he can add some rushing yards, his fantasy value goes up.
Jordan Love vs. Bengals (4:25 p.m. ET, CBS)
After a bye week, Love is set to face a Bengals team giving up plenty of points to quarterbacks. With a solid performance in his last games, he might put up a strong score.
Bo Nix at Jets (9:30 a.m. ET, NFL Network)
Nix impressed last week and faces a Jets defense that struggled against Dak Prescott. Expect him to deliver a similar score this week.
Matthew Stafford at Ravens (1 p.m. ET, Fox)
Stafford is on a roll with six touchdowns in two games. The Ravens are having a tough time defending against quarterbacks, making this a favorable matchup for Stafford.
Quarterbacks to Sit
Justin Fields vs. Broncos (9:30 a.m. ET, NFL Network)
Fields had a big game recently, but much of that came late when his team was behind. Be cautious against a Broncos defense that’s holding quarterbacks to just 13 points per game.
Jared Goff at Chiefs (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC)
Goff had a decent game last week, but the Chiefs’ defense is tough. They’ve limited quarterbacks to low scores, making Goff a risky start.
Tua Tagovailoa vs. Chargers (1 p.m. ET, CBS)
Tagovailoa had a good game recently but has struggled this season against tough defenses. The Chargers have also held quarterbacks in check on the road.
Aaron Rodgers vs. Browns (1 p.m. ET, CBS)
Rodgers faces a Browns defense that has stifled quarterbacks, allowing only one to score above 15 points. Best to keep him on the bench.
Sam Darnold at Jaguars (1 p.m. ET, Fox)
Despite a standout game last week, Darnold faces a Jaguars defense that limits quarterbacks. He’s a safer choice for Superflex leagues but one to avoid in traditional formats.
Closing Thoughts
In fantasy football, matchups matter. As we enter Week 6, keeping an eye on defenses and player consistency is key. Choose wisely to maximize your fantasy team’s success.
For more details and rankings, check out the Fantasy Football Weekly Player Rankings.
Staying informed helps you make the best choices. Good luck!