It's week 10 and it is time to make a final push for the fantasy playoffs. It starts by setting the best lineup this week. This list will exclude the every-week lineup starters, like Josh Allen, Derrick Henry, Travis Kelce, etc. Let’s get into it.
Teams on Bye: Cinncinati Bengals, Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets, New England Patriots
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: QB
Trevor Lawerence vs Kansas City Chiefs
Trevor Lawerence has scored 16.7 points or more in 3 of his last 4 games. This week he gets the opportunity to play the Chiefs, who are currently ranked 25th against fantasy QBs.
Jimmy Garoppolo vs Los Angeles Chargers
Jimmy G is a solid stream option, as he has shown consistent fantasy scoring the last few weeks. Now he comes off a bye, should have his full complement weapons against a banged-up chargers defense.
Justin Fields vs Detroit Lions
Justin Fields is still developing as a passer, but in fantasy, a running QB is a cheat code. Coming off a game with 178 rushing yards. Now he gets to play the worst defense in the league. Fields should be in line for another big game.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: QB
Tom Brady vs Seattle Seahawks
The Bucs are a struggling offense. They didn't score a touchdown until their final drive of the game last week. Seattle is playing well. They do give up points, but this game is the first in Germany and the international games are typically low scoring.
Aaron Rodgers vs Dallas Cowboys
Another struggling offense. Rodgers doesn't look like the back-to-back MVP. Coming off his worst game of the season. He has yet to throw for 300 yards on the season. No way he should be in your fantasy lineup.
Russell Wilson vs Tennessee Titans
The Titans have been playing better lately than their ranking, 26th against fantasy QB. Wilson and the Broncos are continuing to struggle to move the ball as well, so you should not get fooled by the "green matchup" and look elsewhere.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: RB
Kenneth Walker vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Walker has been exactly what the seahawks hope for when they drafted him, if not more . Scoring double digits in every game since week 5; which includes a 26 & 28-point week. Even know it's not a prime matchup Walker is still a must-start this week.
Ezekiel Elliot vs Green Bay Packers
Zeke's status isn't clear for Sunday. If he goes he should be in your lineup. The packers are allowing 24 points to fantasy running backs. This makes both cowboys running backs viable options.
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Jeff Wilson vs Cleveland Browns
Wilson was traded to Miami and made an instant impact. He is in a committee as he and Mostert both had 9 carries, but Wilson had more opportunities in the passing game. The Browns are ranked 28th verse fantasy RBs and is a great streaming option this week.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: RB
Najee Harris vs New Orleans Saints
From first-round pick to a guy you a bench even when healthy. The Steelers and Harris are struggling mightily on offense. Harris doesn't have a run over 20 yards on the season. You are going to have to look elsewhere.
Melvin Gordon/Latavius Muarry vs Tennessee Titans
The Titans are ranked 6th against running backs, and we don't know who will be the lead back. The offense is struggling, Not a great formula for success.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: WR
Amari Cooper vs Miami Dolphins
Amari Cooper is currently WR11 on the season. You should expect the strong season to continue against the 23rd-ranked Miami Dolphins.
Mack Hollins vs Indianapolis Colts
Call me crazy, but the Raiders lost Waller and Renfrow to IR this week. The last time Renfrow was on missed time, we saw a huge uptick in Mack Hollins productions. With all the focus on Adams, Hollins could be a solid flex option or at least a cheap DFS option.
Josh Palmer vs San Francisco 49ers
The second year Wide Receiver has stepped into the lead role with the Chargers' top 2 pass options out with injuries. He should continue his strong showing this week.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: WR
Gabe Davis vs Minnesota Vikings
With the uncertainty around Josh Allen and his elbow, and the potential of Case Keenum starting. You should consider pivoting from the Bills' secondary options.
Brandin Cooks vs New York Giants
Brandin Cooks is back a practice after his frustrations with the Texans organization, but will he play this Sunday? If does, how effective will he be against the Giants, a top 5 defense for fantasy WRs? Not sure how you could trust Cooks this week.
Diontae Johnson vs New Orleans Saints
Diontae Johnson has not had the season he had hoped for. He only has 2 games over 10 fantasy points in half-point PPR. Those stats arent' exciting enough stats to put him in your lineup against a mid-tier defense.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: TE
Taysom Hill vs Pittsburgh Steelers
Tight ends are performing so poorly Taysom Hill is currently TE6 with 3 catches on the season. Because he does most of his work on the ground in the wildcat. Throw him in your lineup and hope for a rushing touchdown.
Cole Kmet vs Detroit Lions
Typically don't suggest chasing touchdowns, but Kemet has scored in the last 2 weeks as the Bears' offense has started to come alive. Against this defense, I think it's worth the risk of chasing the TD.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: TE
Pat Freiermuth vs New Orleans Saints
You can see a theme. There is really not any Steeler you should be starting this week. Especially Friermuth as the Saints are #2 against fantasy TEs.
Dalton Schultz vs Green Bay Packers
The only team better against the Tight Ends than the Saints is the Packers. Dalton hasn't been the guy, everyone, hoped for at the beginning of the season, If there was a Cowboy you were going to sit it would be Shultz.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: DST
Tennessee Titans vs Denver Broncos
We just saw the Titans limit the #1 scoring offense a week ago. Imagine what they could do against the Broncos.
Dallas Cowboys vs Green Bay Packers
The Cowboys are turnover machines and the Packers have loved giving the ball away. Micah Parson should have a big game. The Packers' offense can't score. The Cowboys are a MUST start.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: DST
Kansas City Chiefs vs Jacksonville Jaguars
Don't sleep on Jaguars. They aren't the easy stream-against option they have been in the years. They are currently ranked 9th against fantasy DSTs.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Seattle Seahawks
Seattle has to be the biggest surprise of the season, and they play their brand of football. Run the ball, Chew the clock, and protect that ball. You might get some points by it being a low-score game, but not many opportunities for the extra points that are important for DSTs.
Good luck this week!! Be sure to follow the Couch GMs on Twitter for the latest news on who is in and who is out this week. Listen to this week's podcast for even more insight on who you should start and who you should sit. Our DMs are always open for any fantasy advice you may need to win your matchup.
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