Week 6 of fantasy football brings plenty of tough start/sit choices. Let’s dive into some key players to consider for your lineup.
Quarterbacks
Start Jordan Love (Packers):
The Packers plan to score big this week, and Love is likely to be a part of it. Green Bay’s implied total is 29.25, and they face a Bengals team struggling against the pass. Cincinnati ranks low in yards allowed, making Love a smart choice, especially if the Packers build a lead.
Start Matthew Stafford (Rams):
Stafford is having a strong season, ranking high in both volume and efficiency. The Rams’ offense has picked up pace, and with a matchup against a weak Baltimore defense, he stands to gain valuable fantasy points.
Sit Tua Tagovailoa (Dolphins):
Facing the Chargers, Tua might struggle. Their defense is effective against quick plays, where Tua usually excels. The Dolphins are also underdogs this week, which could limit their scoring chances.
Sit Caleb Williams (Bears):
The Bears’ young quarterback faces a Commanders defense that’s good at applying pressure. Williams has struggled under duress, and it might be another tough day for him on the field.
Running Backs
Start Jacory Croskey-Merritt (Commanders):
Croskey-Merritt has emerged as a key player, leading the backfield and excelling with his high yards per carry. With a favorable matchup against the Bears, he could be set for a breakout performance.
Start J.K. Dobbins (Broncos):
Dobbins is dominating his team’s carries, especially in red zone situations. With the Broncos favored against the Jets, he should have plenty of opportunities to score.
Sit Tony Pollard (Titans):
Pollard’s usage has dropped since teammate Tyjae Spears returned. As underdogs in their matchup, the Titans might not rely heavily on the ground game, impacting Pollard’s fantasy potential.
Sit Chase Brown (Bengals):
Brown’s workload is declining as the Bengals deal with injuries at quarterback. With little ground work expected against the Packers, his upside is limited this week.
Wide Receivers
Start Matthew Golden (Packers):
Golden had a breakout game before the bye and may take on a significant role against a Bengals defense that struggles against slot receivers. He’s worth starting in fantasy lineups.
Start George Pickens (Cowboys):
With CeeDee Lamb out, Pickens has shown he can thrive in this role. He has a favorable matchup against a Panthers defense that often uses zone coverage, where he excels.
Sit DK Metcalf (Seahawks):
Metcalf has had a tough time against man coverage and is facing a Browns defense strong in that area. This matchup could make him a risky start.
Sit Travis Hunter (Jaguars):
While he showed promise, Hunter isn’t getting enough targets or playing time to be reliable in fantasy. He’s better off the radar for now.
Tight Ends
Start Darren Waller (Dolphins):
Waller has increased his role recently and is essentially playing like a wide receiver from the tight end position. He’s a strong choice this week.
Start Jake Ferguson (Cowboys):
Ferguson has stepped up significantly with Lamb out, boasting a high target share. If Lamb is still sidelined, Ferguson is a strong candidate for fantasy points.
Sit Mark Andrews (Ravens):
Andrews’ production has dropped with another tight end back in play. With limited targets, he’s not the go-to option he once was.
Sit Evan Engram (Jaguars):
Engram may have scored recently, but his role remains limited. With low usage in the red zone, he’s not reliable for big fantasy points this week.
By making smart choices and keeping an eye on player matchups, you can navigate the challenges of Week 6 effectively. Happy fantasy gaming!
