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Fantasy football starts/sits for SNF, expert advice for all Steelers vs. Chargers Week 10 matchups on Sunday Night Football. Our start em, sit em picks for Kimani Vidal, Quentin Johnston, Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, others
Welcome to our Sunday Night Football start/sit chart for Week 10 of the 2025 NFL season. Below you will find our start/sit matchups chart for all players in the SNF game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Los Angeles Chargers.
In addition to our start/sit recommendation and matchup ratings for each player, you can also read the fantasy football outlooks for key players like Kimani Vidal, Quentin Johnston, Keenan Allen, Ladd McConkey, Oronde Gadsden II, Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell, Calvin Austin III, Justin Herbert, Aaron Rodgers. Which Steelers and Chargers players should you start or sit in Week 10?
Make sure to set your winning lineups for Week 10, whether you're setting season-long or DFS lineups. We will have our fantasy football start/sit matchup charts available all season long -- focusing on who to start, who is on the fence, and who should find the bench -- so be sure to check back. Good luck in Week 10, RotoBallers!
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Pittsburgh Steelers Start/Sit Matchups
See the full stats in our Fantasy Football Matchup Ratings Projections
| Player | Start/Sit | Matchup Rating ▾ |
Game Matchup |
| Jaylen Warren, RB | Start | 110.3 | @ LAC |
| Aaron Rodgers, QB | Start | 108.2 | @ LAC |
| DK Metcalf, WR | Start | 106.7 | @ LAC |
| Chris Boswell, K | Start | 105.2 | @ LAC |
| Calvin Austin III, WR | Risky Start | 103.3 | @ LAC |
| Pat Freiermuth, TE | Risky Start | 102.2 | @ LAC |
| Jonnu Smith, TE | Sit | 100.9 | @ LAC |
| Kenneth Gainwell, RB | Sit | 100.3 | @ LAC |
| Pittsburgh Steelers, DEF | Sit | 98.7 | @ LAC |
| Darnell Washington, TE | Sit | 97.2 | @ LAC |
| Roman Wilson, WR | Sit | 95.3 | @ LAC |
| Kaleb Johnson, RB | Sit | 94.2 | @ LAC |
| Connor Heyward, TE | Sit | 91.8 | @ LAC |
| Scotty Miller, WR | Sit | 91.7 | @ LAC |
DK Metcalf, WR - PIT
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is coming off his worst showing of the season and will hope to bounce back against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 10. Unfortunately for Metcalf, Los Angeles has been stingy against the pass, allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to opposing wideouts and the third-fewest passing yards per game.
On the positive side, Metcalf has been heavily involved in scoring situations, earning over 60% of Pittsburgh's red-zone targets this year. Assuming this contest remains competitive throughout, quarterback Aaron Rodgers should look his way early and often, especially near the goal line. While Metcalf's weekly reliability has dipped, his upside keeps him in play as a low-end WR2 or strong flex option.
Jaylen Warren, RB - PIT
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is fresh off a two-touchdown performance and will look to stay hot against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 10. While the Chargers rank middle-of-the-pack against fantasy running backs, they have allowed the sixth-most yards per carry and fifth-most rushing touchdowns to the position.
Los Angeles has been much tougher through the air than on the ground, so Pittsburgh may lean on Warren and the running game to keep pace on the road. Kenneth Gainwell and Kaleb Johnson will mix in for a few touches, but Warren's role as the Steelers' RB1 remains secure. Fantasy managers can confidently start him as a top-15 play on Sunday night.
Los Angeles Chargers Start/Sit Matchups
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| Player | Start/Sit | Matchup Rating ▾ |
Game Matchup |
| Ladd McConkey, WR | Start | 117.7 | vs. PIT |
| Justin Herbert, QB | Start | 115.7 | vs. PIT |
| Oronde Gadsden, TE | Start | 111.1 | vs. PIT |
| Kimani Vidal, RB | Start | 109.1 | vs. PIT |
| Quentin Johnston, WR | Start | 108.9 | vs. PIT |
| Cameron Dicker, K | Start | 107.3 | vs. PIT |
| Keenan Allen, WR | Risky Start | 103.9 | vs. PIT |
| Los Angeles Chargers, DEF | Risky Start | 102.7 | vs. PIT |
| Jaret Patterson, RB | Sit | 100.9 | vs. PIT |
| Tyler Conklin, TE | Sit | 100.4 | vs. PIT |
| Will Dissly, TE | Sit | 100.2 | vs. PIT |
| Tre' Harris, WR | Sit | 97.9 | vs. PIT |
| Trey Lance, QB | Sit | 94.1 | vs. PIT |
Kimani Vidal, RB- LAC
Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal struggled against the Tennessee Titans' weak run defense, gaining only 30 yards on 12 carries, averaging just 2.5 yards per carry. This Week 10 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers presents a much tougher challenge, as the Steelers just held the league's top running back, Jonathan Taylor, to a season-low 45 yards.
The Steelers have significantly improved their run defense since the first half of the season, making Vidal's chances of fantasy success highly dependent on a positive game script. With Hassan Haskins (hamstring) and Omarion Hampton (ankle) still on IR, Vidal will see the volume, but if the game stays close, a pass-heavy approach could limit his rushing opportunities.
Vidal is considered a mid-range RB2 and a high-floor PPR FLEX option, projected as RB17. However, his ceiling depends on the Chargers securing an early lead.
Quentin Johnston, WR - LAC
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston bounced back from a zero-target performance by catching four passes for 53 yards and a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans. This week, he faces a vulnerable Pittsburgh Steelers defense that ranks 27th in allowing deep passes (20+ yards), which fits Johnston's downfield role.
However, he is likely to have a tough matchup against Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who is giving up one of the fewest fantasy points per route run in the league (0.15). Johnston's role in the offense remains unpredictable due to the rotating group of pass-catchers, including emerging rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden. His value heavily depends on game script, since it relies on the offense creating opportunities down the field or near the goal line.
Johnston should be considered a boom/bust FLEX option, projected as WR26 this week.
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Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some common Week 10 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like Kimani Vidal, Quentin Johnston, Keenan Allen, Ladd McConkey, Oronde Gadsden II, Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, Kenneth Gainwell, Calvin Austin III, Justin Herbert, Aaron Rodgers. But not to worry, we are here to help make these decisions and build winning lineups in Week 10.
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