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J.J. McCarthy Still Learning Giants' Offense, Could Be the QB3 in Week 4
New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh said that quarterback J.J. McCarthy spent "most of his time" this week learning New York's offense, and that the team is "still trying to figure out" whether he will be the Giants' QB2 or QB3, per ESPN's Jordan Raanan. With Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (knee) out for the season, New York acquired McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings on Monday. McCarthy could eventually take over as the starter for the Giants, but veteran Jameis Winston remains the QB1 in the short term. A former first-round pick, McCarthy threw for 1,632 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions across 10 starts with Minnesota in 2025. While the 23-year-old has struggled to this point in his NFL career, his mobility may make him a more natural replacement than Winston for Dart in the Giants' system. If McCarthy eventually takes over as the starter in New York, he could be worth starting in the right matchups in two-quarterback fantasy formats.
Source: ESPN - Jordan Raanan
Source: ESPN - Jordan Raanan
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Keenan Allen Questionable to Play in Week 4 with Groin Injury
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen (groin) is officially questionable to play in his team's Week 4 matchup against the Washington Commanders with a groin injury, per Nathan Brown of The Indianapolis Star. Allen is coming off his best game of the young season, recording six catches for 63 yards and a touchdown on nine targets in Week 3 against the Houston Texans. With Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (heel) currently on Injured Reserve, a healthy Allen profiles as the team's WR2 alongside Josh Downs. However, Allen was listed as a non-participant in the Colts' walkthrough on Friday and could be in real danger of being inactive on Sunday. If Allen is sidelined, Downs and Colts tight end Tyler Warren could absolutely dominate the team's target share in Week 4 against Washington.
Source: The Indianapolis Star - Nathan Brown
Source: The Indianapolis Star - Nathan Brown
Justin Jefferson Not Spotted at Friday's Practice
Minnesota Vikings All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson (ankle) left the team's Week 3 win over the Buccaneers with an ankle injury, and while the initial messaging after the game suggested he was close to returning to action, he has not practiced since and was absent again on Friday. With his Week 4 availability in serious question, fourth-year wide receiver Jordan Addison becomes a usable flex play after leading the team with 90 receiving yards and a touchdown in Jefferson's absence. While the Vikings are 10.5-point favorites over the Dolphins, the potentially lopsided matchup could significantly lower Addison's ceiling, even if serving in the primary pass-catching role. Miami has been the third-worst matchup for fantasy receivers, as they've offered little resistance on the ground.
Source: Kevin Seifert
Source: Kevin Seifert
Rachaad White Ruled Out for Week 4
After suffering a shoulder injury in the team's Week 3 win over the Seahawks, Washington Commanders running back Rachaad White (shoulder) failed to make a practice appearance this week and has now been ruled out for a Week 4 matchup with the Colts, to be played in London, England. White has handled the second-most carries on the team, behind Jacory Croskey-Merritt, and his absence could open the door to increased opportunity for sixth-round rookie Kaytron Allen. Quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) has already been ruled out for his second straight game, while wide receiver Terry McLaurin injured his hamstring during Friday's practice and is now listed as questionable. Against a suddenly undermanned Commanders offense, the Colts DST becomes an interesting streaming option in Week 4.
Source: John Keim
Source: John Keim
Bears Optimistic About D'Andre Swift's Week 4 Status
Following a physical Monday night win over the Eagles, Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (knee) popped up on the Week 4 injury report, missing Thursday's practice with a knee issue. On Friday, head coach Ben Johnson told reporters that his lead running back is "still feeling the effects of a Monday night football game." Still, he offered optimism about Swift's Week 4 availability, sharing that he is expected to practice today. Swift has arguably been the Bears' best offensive player through three games, and he comes into the week as the fantasy RB6. Ahead of a matchup with the Jets, who rank in the bottom half of the league against fantasy backs, he is RotoBaller's RB15, but his status will need to be monitored when the Bears release their final injury report of the week.
Source: Brad Biggs
Source: Brad Biggs
DJ Moore Practicing in Non-Contact Jersey
As has been the case since injuring his shoulder in a Week 2 matchup with the Lions, Buffalo Bills wide receiver DJ Moore (shoulder) was still sporting a red non-contact jersey at Friday's practice, as spotted by team reporter Sal Capaccio. A week after sandwiching two limited practices around a DNP, Moore has been present at every practice ahead of a divisional clash with the Patriots and is trending toward another full workload after leading the Bills with 10 targets in a Week 3 win over the Chargers. With Patriots All-Pro cornerback Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) dealing with his own shoulder injury and absent from the first two practices of the week, Moore could be in line for a big day and is RotoBaller's WR21 for the week.
Source: Sal Capaccio
Source: Sal Capaccio
Terry McLaurin Questionable After Injuring Hamstring at Practice
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during Friday's practice and is now questionable for the team's Week 4 matchup with the Colts in London, England, according to beat reporter Tashan Reed. McLaurin missed significant time in 2025 while dealing with a recurring quadriceps injury, but he has led the Commanders receiver room with a 77.6% snap participation through three weeks. If McLaurin is unable to play in what projects as a favorable matchup, veteran Stefon Diggs would see an obvious boost, but with quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) already ruled out for his second consecutive contest, it may be best to simply fade the Commanders offense as a whole.
Source: Tashan Reed
Source: Tashan Reed
Caleb Williams Has Been Ruled Out for Week 4
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 4's matchup against the New York Jets. Williams suffered a hamstring strain in Week 2's loss to the Minnesota Vikings and will now miss his second straight game. In two games this season, Williams has completed 36 of 55 passes for 407 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception, and has added 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 15 carries. With Williams out, the team has not yet announced who will start in Week 4, though both Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum are healthy. While there is no timeline for Williams' return, their Week 5 game against their division rival, the Green Bay Packers, could be a possible return date.
Source: Brad Biggs
Source: Brad Biggs
Mason Graham to Miss Time with Sprained MCL, Ankle
Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham (knee/ankle) is expected to miss time due to a sprained MCL and ankle. Graham was tangled up on a run play in the second quarter and couldn't return in the 27-24 win over division rival Pittsburgh Steelers. In the first three games of the 2026 season, Graham had four sacks, 15 tackles, and six tackles for loss, all ranking near the top among defensive tackles. With Graham expected to miss a few weeks, Adin Huntington and Mike Hall Jr. will see increased snaps in his absence. Given Graham's strengths in the run game, fantasy managers should be more inclined to target the Browns' run defense in the coming weeks.
Source: Ian Rapoport - ESPN/NFL Network
Source: Ian Rapoport - ESPN/NFL Network
Xavier Legette Ruled Out for Week 4
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (knee) has been ruled out for Week 4's matchup against the Detroit Lions. After missing all of practice this week, Legette will miss his second straight week due to the knee injury. In two games this season, he has caught two of six targets for 64 yards, playing 53% of snaps and running 61% of routes. With Legette out and Jalen Coker (quad) questionable, the Panthers could be thin at wide receiver behind second-year Tetairoa McMillan. With their bye week coming up in Week 5, Legette's next chance to return would be Week 6, when they travel to take on the Philadelphia Eagles.
Source: Joe Person - The Athletic
Source: Joe Person - The Athletic
Sam Darnold a Potential Streamer in Week 4
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is a potential streamer in Week 4 against a Los Angeles Chargers defense that has fallen short of expectations this season. The Chargers are allowing 244.7 passing yards per game to opposing quarterbacks. Darnold is fresh off a 379-yard outing in Washington and will return home with a need for a win. Darnold's chemistry with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is undeniable. He should find JSN early and often. Given the Chargers' defensive woes, Darnold has a chance to toss a couple of touchdown passes as well. While he may not carry a massive ceiling, Darnold certainly enters this week with a nice floor. If you are reeling with quarterback injuries or poor play, you can turn to Darnold this week. Darnold is readily available on waivers and generally not considered a starting option, so you should be able to grab him and plug him in immediately.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jaxon Smith-Njigba a Clear WR1 in Week 4
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is in another smash position in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Chargers are middle of the pack, allowing 27.43 fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers. However, JSN has not scored fewer than 26.2 fantasy points in a game this season. While he almost certainly cannot maintain his pace to reach 34 touchdowns this season, Smith-Njigba is seeing enough volume each week to push for 20-plus fantasy points. The Seahawks are also fresh off a bad loss to the Washington Commanders. The Chargers, on the other hand, are entering this matchup on a three-game losing streak. As such, Seattle should be able to take care of business in this game, but they will need to use the passing game to do so given that the running game has not gotten going quite yet. Fire up JSN with the utmost confidence this week.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rashid Shaheed not a Viable Fantasy Option Right Now
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (hip) can likely be left on waivers in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Seattle's offense has yet to get Shaheed going, as he has now recorded just three targets in two of three games this season. Following a Week 2 win over the Arizona Cardinals, Shaheed seemed like he was trending towards a bigger role. However, Shaheed has recorded just six receptions on the season. For the first couple of weeks, Shaheed was a good wait-and-see prospect in fantasy. At this point, he is likely best left on waivers until Seattle's offense demonstrates that it will heavily use any wide receivers outside of Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Although the Chargers do not present a tough challenge as the No. 20 defense against opposing wide receivers in fantasy, Shaheed's lack of volume makes him difficult to trust until further notice.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cooper Kupp Could See Limited Involvement in Week 4
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp is not a viable fantasy option in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Kupp enters this matchup as the WR50. He has only received 11 targets through three games. Kupp put up solid fantasy numbers in Week 3 due to a late touchdown reception. However, Week 4 does not project to be as competitive a matchup. Seattle is -7 on Sunday, and Kupp does not tend to receive much volume in games in which Seattle dominates. This passing offense runs through wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Given JSN's 39% target share, there is very little to go around for the rest of the wide receivers in this offense. You can leave Kupp on your bench or on waivers in Week 4. He is untrustworthy for fantasy despite his important role in the Seahawks' success.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
AJ Barner Working His Way Into Streaming Conversation
Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner could be a potential streamer in a pinch in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers. With quarterback Sam Darnold back in the lineup in Week 3, Barner recorded five receptions on a whopping nine targets for 69 yards. While nine targets will not be prescriptive moving forward, Barner's involvement at the hands of Darnold was encouraging. Seattle does not project to be in many shootouts like the one they found themselves in in Week 3, but Barner has been an ascending player since the second half of the 2025 season. His ability after the catch makes him an intriguing player for fantasy. Additionally, he is a fantastic red zone threat. The Chargers are No. 15 against opposing tight ends in fantasy this season. Barner is not a must-start, but if you are struggling at tight end in a deep league, he is a potential option in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jalen Coker Listed as Questionable for Week 4
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (quad) has been listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Detroit Lions. Coker suffered a minor quad strain during the Panthers' Week 3 loss to the Cleveland Browns, a development that is concerning given his history of quad strains. After missing Wednesday's practice, Coker practiced with limited participation on Thursday and Friday and appears likely to be a game-time decision. In three games, Coker has caught 18 of 22 targets for 222 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 14.4 half-PPR fantasy points per game. If he's unable to play against the Lions, wideouts Tetairoa McMillan and Brycen Tremayne, along with tight end Darren Waller, would likely see an increased role. Fantasy managers will need a backup plan if Coker can't play on Sunday night.
Source: Joe Person - The Athletic
Source: Joe Person - The Athletic
Jason Myers a Top 10 Kicking Option in Week 4
Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers is a top 10 option at the position in Week 4 when Seattle hosts the Los Angeles Chargers. Myers has yet to miss a kick in 2026, nor has he finished a game with fewer than seven fantasy points. Unfortunately, Myers' ceiling has been capped by a lack of field goal attempts. Seattle's offense has primarily scored touchdowns on its way to a 2-1 start. Given the excellence of this offense, Seattle should continue to score a lot of touchdowns, but Myers' field goal attempts will bounce back eventually. In 2025, Myers attempted 48 field goals and 48 extra points. Either way, Myers has a fantastic floor in Week 4. The Chargers are allowing 25 points per game to opposing teams this season. Seattle's offense should be in scoring position often, giving Myers plenty of chances to score fantasy points.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Seahawks D/ST a Great Option in Week 4
The Seattle Seahawks D/ST could be in for a field day against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 4. This defense is fresh off a game in which it allowed 27 points from the Washington Commanders' offense. This unit takes a lot of pride in itself and should bounce back this week against a struggling Chargers offense. The Chargers have yet to score more than 16 points in a game this season. They have also turned the ball over six times and allowed eight sacks in three games. Seattle should have no problem forcing more turnovers and getting to quarterback Justin Herbert. Seattle is also getting healthier in its defensive secondary, something that hurt them in Week 3. As such, fantasy managers can expect good things from this unit in Week 4. RotoBaller has the Seahawks D/ST ranked at No. 4 on the week, which is about on par with where they should finish.
Source: Seattle Seahawks
Source: Seattle Seahawks
CBS Sports Parts Ways with Tony Romo
CBS Sports and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo have agreed to part ways following DUI charges this offseason. CBS Sports said in a statement, "We thank Tony for his contributions over the past nine years and wish him the best moving forward." Romo was arrested for operating while intoxicated on July 23 and pleaded no contest to the charges in early September. CBS placed him on leave and has officially announced that it has parted ways with the color commentator. Moving forward, former Houston Texans and Arizona Cardinals pass rusher J.J. Watt will continue to partner with Jim Nantz as the lead announcing team for the rest of the 2026 season.
Source: Richard Deitsch
Source: Richard Deitsch
DeVonta Smith Not Practicing on Friday
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) is not seen practicing on Friday as the team prepares to take on the Los Angeles Rams. Smith played through a hamstring injury last week, but has not practiced at all this week and is unlikely to play, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. In three games, Smith has hauled in 19 of 27 targets for 235 yards and a touchdown, producing strong numbers as the team's WR1 with AJ Brown in New England. With Smith trending towards sitting in Week 4, wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks and rookie Makai Lemon appear ready to step up and replace the former Heisman Trophy winner. While neither are strong starting options against a solid Rams secondary, both carry FLEX appeal in Week 4 if Smith is inactive.
Source: Zach Berman
Source: Zach Berman
Jaylin Noel Could See Minimal Role with Nico Collins Set to Return
Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel has been quiet to start his second season and could see a reduced role moving forward. In three games, Noel has caught five of nine targets for 101 yards and added 21 rushing yards on two carries. The second-year receiver has played just 38% of snaps and 42% of routes, and ranks fifth among Texans pass catchers in targets. With star wideout Nico Collins (hamstring) set to return, Noel could see a minimal role in Week 4. Also worth noting, Tank Dell (knee) is nearing a return from injured reserve after a significant injury sustained during the 2024 season. Given the crowded Texans receiving corps and Noel's limited role, he should be safely dropped in most fantasy leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
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