Kyler Murray Gets Excellent Matchup in Potential Week 9 Return

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (foot) missed his team's last two games before their Week 8 bye due to a mid-foot sprain. However, Murray is reportedly on track to return to the field for Arizona's Week 9 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Murray was having a down season before getting hurt. Across five games in […]

Bam Knight Set Up for Success Heading into Favorable Week 9 Matchup

Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight appears to have a clear runway to be his team's lead back in a favorable Week 9 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) will be on Injured Reserve for at least one more game, and the team released veteran back Michael Carter earlier this […]

Aidan Hutchinson Agrees to Four-Year Extension with Lions

The Detroit Lions and star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson have agreed to terms on a four-year, "mega-extension," per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The number two overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft, Hutchinson is currently playing out the fourth year of his five-year rookie contract. While the exact terms of the extension are unclear, […]

Kareem Hunt Could See a Heavy Workload in Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt has been productive while working in a backfield committee this season, recording 302 yards from scrimmage and five touchdowns on 70 touches across eight games. With fellow Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (knee) considered week-to-week after suffering an MCL sprain in Week 8, Hunt could play a true […]

Jerome Ford a Potential Trade Candidate in Cleveland?

Cleveland Browns beat writer Brad Stainbrook speculates that veteran running back Jerome Ford should be one of the players that Cleveland explores moving at the upcoming trade deadline. The 2-6 Browns appear to be in sell mode as they hit their Week 9 bye. Ford is in the final year of his rookie contract with […]

Jalen Tolbert's Playing Time in Dallas Trending Downwards?

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert has been a modest producer so far this season, recording 14 catches for 172 yards and a touchdown on 24 targets across eight games played. Tolbert's playing time and target share have been trending downwards in recent weeks. After earning 18 targets over his first four games of 2025, […]

Allen Lazard Remains Tough to Trust Despite Clear Opportunity for Playing Time

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard has seen minimal usage so far this season, recording seven catches for 45 yards and a touchdown on 11 targets across six games played. However, Lazard got a chance to play 78% of New York's offensive snaps in Week 8 due to injuries to top Jets wideouts Garrett […]

Adonai Mitchell Fighting an Uphill Battle for Playing Time in Indianapolis

Ever since he dropped the football just before crossing the goal line for a costly fumble in Week 4, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Adonai Mitchell has struggled to see the field. Across his last three games played, the 23-year-old has recorded one catch for eight yards on three targets. Mitchell played 89% of the Colts' […]

Savion Williams Limited to Special Teams and Gadget Role in Green Bay

Green Bay Packers rookie wide receiver Savion Williams has primarily been limited to a special teams and gadget role through the early portion of his first NFL season. Across seven games, Williams has more rush attempts (seven) than receptions (five). The 23-year-old has not been particularly efficient as either a rusher or receiver, recording 59 […]

Jalin Hyatt Struggling to See the Field in New York

With star wide receiver Malik Nabers (knee) suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 4, there have been plenty of opportunities for wide receivers to step up for the New York Giants. Unfortunately for both himself and the team, third-year wideout Jalin Hyatt has failed to cash in on that opportunity. Across five games played […]

Kaleb Johnson Remains an Afterthought in Pittsburgh Backfield

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie running back Kaleb Johnson recorded his second straight game without a carry in Week 8. The 22-year-old appears to be completely buried on the Steelers' depth chart at running back behind veterans Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell. Johnson has logged just 36 rushing yards on 14 attempts so far in his rookie […]

C.J. Stroud's Pass Volume is Trending Upwards in Recent Weeks

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has played some of his best football in recent weeks. Across his team's last three games, Stroud has thrown for 791 yards, seven touchdowns, and two interceptions. Perhaps most importantly for his fantasy outlook, Stroud has attempted 88 passes over his last two games alone. That marks a notable shift […]

Isaiah Likely Has Upside Potential with Ravens' Offense Getting Healthier

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has seen minimal usage so far in 2025, recording five catches for 26 yards on five targets across four games played. However, three out of Likely's four games played this season have come with Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) sidelined. With Jackson expected to return in Week 9 against […]

Cooper Kupp Remains a Viable Flex Option in the Right Matchups

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp has struggled to consistently earn targets so far in 2025. Across seven games, the 32-year-old has recorded 24 catches for 293 yards and a touchdown on 33 targets. With Jaxon Smith-Njigba emerging as the clear WR1 in Seattle, Kupp has been forced into a secondary role. However, Kupp still […]

Josh Downs Emerging as a Key Piece in Dominant Colts Offense

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs returned from a one-week absence due to a concussion in Week 8, recording three catches for 39 yards and a touchdown in his team's win over the Tennessee Titans. Downs has now hauled in 29 receptions for 256 yards and two scores on 37 targets across seven games in […]

Ollie Gordon II Earning More Touches in Miami

Miami Dolphins rookie running back Ollie Gordon II had the most productive game of his career in his team's Week 8 win over the Atlanta Falcons, recording 66 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 11 touches. His 10 carries against Atlanta marked the first time he has earned double-digit rush attempts in a game […]

Max Brosmer Could Take Over in Minnesota if Vikings QB Injury Woes Continue

Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (ankle) is expected to return in Week 9 against the Detroit Lions from an ankle injury that has sidelined him since Week 2. However, with veteran quarterback Carson Wentz (shoulder) dealing with a significant shoulder injury, undrafted rookie QB Max Brosmer is now the next man up in Minnesota if […]

Terry McLaurin Questionable to Return in Week 8 After Aggravating Quad Injury

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) exited late in his team's Week 8 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs and is officially listed as questionable to return due to a quad injury. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that it is the same injury that sidelined McLaurin from Weeks 4-7. If McLaurin is unable to […]

Will Shipley Worth Rostering Due to Injury Uncertainty in Eagles Backfield?

Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley has seen very limited usage so far in the 2025 season. Across six games played, the 23-year-old has recorded 39 yards from scrimmage on nine total touches. However, there may be an opportunity for playing time in Philadelphia's backfield after star running back Saquon Barkley (groin) was forced to […]

Bam Knight to Continue Leading Cardinals' Backfield in Week 9?

Prior to his team's Week 8 bye, Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight had emerged as the team's lead back. Across two games in Weeks 6 and 7, Knight recorded 118 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 29 total touches. The Cardinals will be without running back Trey Benson (knee) for at least one more […]

Theo Johnson Struggles in Week 8, Remains a Touchdown-Dependent Tight End

New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson had a quiet game in his team's Week 8 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, recording three catches for 20 yards on four targets. Johnson has been a relatively consistent producer so far this season, recording 23 catches for 212 yards and four touchdowns on 37 targets across eight […]

Mason Taylor Worth Stashing Through Jets' Week 9 Bye?

New York Jets rookie tight end Mason Taylor recorded five catches for 34 yards and a touchdown in his team's Week 8 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The 21-year-old has now hauled in 29 catches for 242 yards and a score on 42 targets across the first eight games of his NFL career. Taylor has […]

Malik Washington Emerging as a Consistent Target-Earner in Miami?

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington had arguably his best game of the season in Week 8, recording four catches for 36 yards and a touchdown on five targets in his team's win over the Atlanta Falcons. The 24-year-old has now hauled in 25 catches for 135 yards and a score on 38 targets across […]

Tank Bigsby Worth Stashing Through Eagles' Week 9 Bye?

Since being acquired by the Philadelphia Eagles in early September, running back Tank Bigsby has seen minimal usage. Heading into Week 8, Bigsby had seen just two total touches. However, that changed in Week 8 after Eagles RB1 Saquon Barkley (groin) was forced to exit the game early due to a groin injury. Bigsby recorded […]

Kayshon Boutte Emerging as a Reliable Big-Play Threat in New England?

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte scored his fourth touchdown in his last three games in Week 8, recording three catches for 75 yards and a score on five targets against the Cleveland Browns. The 23-year-old has now hauled in 23 catches for 431 yards and five touchdowns on 30 targets across eight games […]

Jaylin Noel is Taking Advantage of Wide Receiver Injuries in Houston

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel has been a breakout player in recent weeks, recording 11 catches for 153 yards and a touchdown on 16 targets over his last three games played. Noel has benefited from the absence of veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk (hamstring), who has missed Houston's last two contests. If there's […]

Jayden Higgins Benefiting from Texans' Spike in Pass Volume?

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins had the best game of his young NFL career in his team's Week 8 win over the San Francisco 49ers, recording four catches for 34 yards and a touchdown on eight targets. The 22-year-old has now hauled in 13 catches for 155 yards and two scores on 21 […]

Oronde Gadsden Emerging as a Must-Start Tight End?

Los Angeles Chargers rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden has been one of the breakout stars at his position in recent weeks. Over his last three games, Gadsden has recorded 19 catches for 309 yards and two touchdowns on 22 targets. The 22-year-old appears to be a trusted weapon in Los Angeles, as he's played at […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. Set Up to Dominate Backfield Touches in New York?

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. has had a disappointing second season in some respects, recording just 227 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown across six games played. However, Tracy Jr. could now find himself back in a lead role in the Giants' backfield after star rookie running back Cam Skattebo (ankle) suffered […]

Josh Allen Totals Three Touchdowns in Blowout Week 8 Win

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen had a modest day from a yardage perspective in his team's 40-9 Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers, completing 12 of 19 pass attempts for 163 yards and rushing three times for seven yards. However, Allen saved his fantasy production by throwing a touchdown pass and rushing for two […]