The trade deadline has passed. Bye weeks return. The push to the fantasy playoffs starts now, and you need to make sure your lineup is ready for victory. This list will exclude the every-week lineup starters, like Josh Allen, Derrick Henry, Travis Kelce, etc. Let’s get into it.
Bye Week Teams: Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: QB
Jared Goff vs Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jags are giving up the 5th most points to QBs this fantasy season. Making a Goff a top stream option this week. Especially because we know the Lions' defense will give up points, and need their offense to keep up.
Trevor Lawerence vs Detroit Lions
I hinted at it above...This game should be a shootout. Lawerence gets the luxury of playing the worst defense in the NFL & Fantasy. It's almost a no-brainer.
Jimmy Garoppolo vs Miami Dolphins
Miami's offense is all the buzz, but did you know their defense ranks 30th in fantasy for QBs? With the number of playmakers the 49ers have on offense you can play Jimmy G if you need to.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: QB
Tom Brady vs New Orleans Saints
3 words. Regular Season Saints.
Aaron Rodgers vs Chicago Bears
The Owner of the Chicago Bears is expected to be on the field Sunday despite dealing with a Thumb and Rib injury. But because of the injuries, I suggested looking elsewhere for a QB this week.
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Kirk Cousins vs New York Jets
The Jets are Top 8 against QBs in. fantasy this season. This allows for better streaming options this week. The good news is, if you have to play Kirk it is a 1:00 pm est game.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: RB
David Montgomery vs Green Bay Packers
Green Bay just allowed 353 rushing yards... Facing a bad run defense makes it an easy choice to start David Montgomery.
Dameon Pierce vs Cleveland Browns
Damon Pierce has cooled down as of late. However, I think he gets back to his way against the Browns, which give up the most points to fantasy running backs.
Najee Harris vs Atlanta Falcons
It's crazy we've reached a point where Harris is on the list, and not considered an every-week starter. With that said, he should have a strong performance Sunday against the falcons and their 26th-ranked defense for fantasy RBs.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: RB
Latavius Murray vs Baltimore
Murray is an interesting player. The Broncos are struggling mightily on offense. Yet Muarray is the workhorse and can have fantasy value. However, this week he faces a Top 10 team against fantasy running backs, so you may want to look elsewhere.
Raheem Mostert/Jeff Wilson vs San Francisco
Mostert is expected to play this week after missing times, and that is going to complicate things in the backfield. With uncertainty who will be the "Lead" back and 49ers be the 2nd best team against RBs in fantasy. I think you keep both of them out of your lineup.
Devin Singletary vs New England
You haven't been thrilled to start Singletary all season, so why would do it against the top team verse fantasy RBs?
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: WR
Tyler Lockett vs Los Angeles Rams
Tyler Lockett is WR13 on the season and yet still doubts on weekly basis. Good thing this week the depleted Rams. The Rams give up an average of 35+ points a week to the WR. Lockett is a Lock for your lineup this week.
Garrett Wilson vs Minnesota Vikings
It’s not too surprising Zach Wilson was removed from starting and we’re back to Garret Wilson being a flex to WR2 in fantasy. Another week of Mike White means Wilson can be in your lineup.
George Pickens vs Atlanta Falcons
The Pickett-to-Pickens connection is growing and should continue as he faces the Falcons and their 29th-ranked defense.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: WR
Curtis Samuel vs New York Giants
Curtis Samuel saw 5+ targets every game weeks 1-7. He hasn't seen 5 targets in a game since and had 0 last week against the falcons. Now, this week he faces a Giants who rank 4th against fantasy WRs. Samuel is out of your lineups until further notice.
Adam Thielen vs New York Jets
Thielen looked like the Thielen on old on Thanksgiving night. 9 catches on 10 targets for 90 yards and a touchdown. This led to his highest points total of the season. Not sure he can repeat against the Jets and their passing defense.
Treylon Burks vs Philadelphia Eagles
After back-to-back nice games, Burks has started to show why the Titans were willing to trade AJ Brown and draft Burks. He became a top waiver priority. However, this week against the Eagles and their pass defense is not the week to trust him in your lineup.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: TE
Gerald Everett vs Las Vegas Raiders
Everett is one of the few TEs who still get meaningful targets. Look no further than the game-winning play last week was designed for him. It’s all about opportunities at the TE Position.
Taysom Hill vs Tampa Bay
No analysis. It just feels like a week Hill gets a rushing TD, so why not give him a shot?
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: TE
Dawson Knox vs New England Patriots
Don't fall for the positive matchup. Dawson Knox has been close to non-existent in Bill's offense this year.
Cole Kmet vs Green Bay Packers
The Packers' defense hasn't done much good this year. 1 of the few things they have done is slow down fantasy TEs. They are currently ranked 7th. It's not the week to bet on Kmet.
"STARTS" OF THE WEEK: DST
Seattle Seahawks DST vs Los Angeles Rams
As banged up as the Rams are you have to start the opposing teams' defense against them.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers DST vs New Orleans Saints
New Orleans is coming off a week of getting shut out. Don’t think it happens 2 times in a row, but they did only score 10 when these teams squared off earlier this season.
"SITS" OF THE WEEK: DST
San Francisco 49ers DST vs Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins' offense has playmakers all over the field making San Fran a sketchy play despite their top 5 status.
Tennessee Titans DST vs Philadelphia Eagles
The Titans match up well with the Eagles, but there is still a chance this game gets out of hand. Should be some better streaming options. Also, A.J. Brown revenge game?
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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