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Darius Cooper in Line For Expanded Role vs. Rams
Philadelphia Eagles wideout Darius Cooper is in line for an expanded role in Philly's Week 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The team will be without their WR1, DeVonta Smith (hamstring), which leaves the door open for Cooper to get more work. Cooper was a training camp standout and earned a spot on the official roster this summer. The 24-year-old enters Week 4 as RotoBaller's PPR WR77 in a tough matchup against the Rams. The Rams defense has allowed the second-fewest receiving yards and the third-fewest receptions of 20 yards or more through three games. Even in an expanded role, Cooper should remain out of fantasy lineups in Week 4.
Source: Philadelphiaeagles.com
Source: Philadelphiaeagles.com
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Hunter Henry Should Remain a Non-Factor in Week 4
New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry belongs on the bench or waiver wire in most fantasy leagues ahead of Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills. The 31-year-old has seven catches through three games, including just one catch on a season-low 71% snap share last Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Patriots' passing attack has really struggled under Drake Maye this year, and Henry is no exception. We anticipate that trend to continue in Week 4, especially against a Bills defense that has allowed the ninth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends in 2026. Henry has historically produced well against the Bills in particular, but we'd advise managers to place more stock in his recent struggles than previous years' performances against specific teams. Henry has fallen to TE19 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings in Week 4, and you could make a case that he should drop even more below players like Jake Ferguson, Kyle Pitts Sr., Mike Gesicki, and A.J. Barner.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyler Higbee Headed for a Substantial Role in Week 4
Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee is expected to find himself atop the depth chart for Week 4 against the Philadelphia Eagles, giving him immediate streaming appeal in fantasy football leagues. The Rams' usual No. 1 tight end, Terrance Ferguson (ankle), has already been ruled out for this week, while teammate Colby Parkinson (shoulder, knee) is listed as questionable. Therein lies an enormous opportunity for Higbee, the 33-year-old tight end who broke out with eight catches, 62 yards, and one touchdown in the aftermath of Ferguson's departure last week. With that being said, managers should acknowledge that Higbee's higher ceiling also comes with a lower floor. First of all, this is a tough matchup for the veteran, as the Eagles have allowed just 89 yards (second-least in the NFL) to tight ends this season. Additionally, there are a lot of mouths to feed in Los Angeles. Higbee is behind Davante Adams and Puka Nacua in the pecking order, and he could also lose some targets if Colby Parkinson is active. Higbee's snap share should be substantial this week, but his target share is a little less predictable. This outlook is baked into his current position as the TE17 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Ashton Dulin a Risky Start if Active in Week 4
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin (ankle) is currently listed as questionable to play in his team's Week 4 matchup against the Washington Commanders. The 29-year-old suffered an ankle injury in Indy's Week 1 loss to the Baltimore Ravens that kept him out of the Colts' last two games. If Dulin is active on Sunday, he could have a chance to play a role in his team's passing game. Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (heel) is on Injured Reserve, and veteran wideout Keenan Allen (groin) has been ruled out with a groin injury. Still, Dulin is a long shot to provide fantasy-relevant production even if he can return against Washington. Across 12 games in 2025, Dulin recorded just five catches on 10 targets. Colts wide receiver Darius Slayton, who plays a similar downfield role to Dulin, is also set to make his 2026 debut on Sunday. Dulin should be on the radar of deeper-league fantasy managers, but he's a very risky start in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Mack Hollins an Intriguing Fantasy Starter Against His Former Team in Week 4
New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins has emerged as a potentially viable fantasy football starter for Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills. Hollins is the overall WR42 in PPR leagues this year, and he has scored at least nine points in two of his three games so far. The veteran pass-catcher has stepped up as one of Drake Maye's most physical and reliable targets after the Patriots placed AJ Brown (ankle) on injured reserve following the season opener. Brown still has another two-plus weeks on IR, leaving Hollins' fantasy managers with a multi-week opportunity to start him. Hollins' physicality and reliability, which resulted in him earning nine targets last week, should lead to some touchdowns sooner rather than later. He's a strong WR3/flex option this week against the Bills, who have allowed the fourth-most yards and sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers this year.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Romeo Doubs Offers the Highest Floor Among Patriots Receivers
New England Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs has stepped up as the team's highest-floor receiver heading into Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills. The Patriots have been using Doubs as their No. 1 receiver ever since placing AJ Brown (ankle) on injured reserve, and he has looked solid over the last two weeks with six catches for 145 yards. With that said, he's still looking for his first touchdown as a Patriot, and he has also yet to catch more than three passes in a single game this season. Doubs' upside has been capped due to the frustrating state of New England's underperforming offense, but he still has a very steady floor based on his snap share and volume. Doubs is a WR3/flex for Week 4. He should benefit from a negative game script matchup against a Bills defense that has allowed the fourth-most yards and sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers this year.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Remains Tough to Trust in Week 4
Across three games in 2026, Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. has recorded 20 carries for 73 yards and a touchdown. The 26-year-old has split backfield work with fellow Jaguars back Bhayshul Tuten. However, Tuten has out-touched Rodriguez Jr. in all three games and appears to be separating himself as the clear RB1 in Jacksonville. Rodriguez Jr. may be in line for another quiet game in Week 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Cincinnati has been stingy against the run so far this season, ranking ninth in the NFL in total rushing yards allowed (287). Rodriguez Jr. has yet to record a single target out of the backfield in 2026, so he needs to see rushing volume to produce for fantasy managers. Between his role and the tough matchup, Rodriguez Jr. should be left on the bench by fantasy managers in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Brenton Strange an Intriguing TE2 Option in Favorable Week 4 Matchup
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange has gotten off to a quiet start to the 2026 season, recording seven catches for 72 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets across three games. The Jaguars' talented wide receiver corps makes it difficult for Strange to see consistent target volume. However, the 25-year-old is coming off a season-high five targets in his team's Week 3 win over the New England Patriots. Strange could be poised for his best game of the season in Week 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals' defense has struggled to defend the pass so far this season, ranking 29th in the NFL in passing yards allowed (863) through three weeks. Cincinnati's potent offense could also turn this game into a track meet and force the Jaguars into a pass-heavy game script. Strange's lack of target volume so far makes him hard to rely on, but he profiles as an intriguing TE2 option for fantasy managers in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Zach Ertz Could Have Deep-League Streaming Appeal in Week 4
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz made his 2026 debut in Week 3, recording one catch for nine yards on two targets in his team's loss to the Chicago Bears. The 35-year-old played 38% of Philadelphia's offensive snaps, second among Eagles tight ends behind Johnny Mundt. Ertz may end up playing a larger role in his team's game plan in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Rams. Philadelphia will be without top pass-catching tight end Dallas Goedert (knee) for the second straight week. The Eagles will also be missing star wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring), leaving the team without its top two pass-catching options. Ertz is coming off a major knee injury that ended his 2025 season, so he may not be able to handle a full snap share yet. Still, he could be a red zone target for Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and profiles as a potential tight end streamer for deep-league fantasy managers in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rhamondre Stevenson's Receiving Skill Set Warrants RB3 Consideration
New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson's pass-catching skill set should put him back on the fantasy radar for Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills. Stevenson hasn't been a productive fantasy option in the two games since TreVeyon Henderson returned to action, but that could change this week against Buffalo. Most notably, Stevenson's ability to excel in passing scenarios should match up nicely against the Bills' struggles against pass-catching running backs. In fact, the Bills have allowed the fourth-most catches, third-most receiving yards, and second-most receiving touchdowns to opposing running backs in 2026. Stevenson, meanwhile, already has nine catches on 11 targets this year. The Patriots are projected for a negative game script against the Bills, so while there might not be a ton of rushing volume for Stevenson, he can get onto the RB3/flex radar in PPR leagues because of the anticipated high passing volume.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Xavier Legette Placed on Injured Reserve
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (knee) has been placed on Injured Reserve, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. Legette has been sidelined since Week 2 by a knee injury and is now set to miss at least the next four weeks. Before getting injured, the 25-year-old recorded two catches for 64 yards on six targets. Legette's role in the Panthers' offense had been diminished by the emergence of Carolina wideout Jalen Coker (quad), who has established himself as the team's clear WR2 alongside star wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. Still, the knee injury is an unwelcome setback for Legette, who has struggled to get his career off the ground since being selected by Carolina in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. With Legette sidelined, Panthers wideouts Brycen Tremayne, David Moore, and John Metchie III could all see a few more chances to contribute.
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Emanuel Wilson's Long-Term Value Surging Amid Backfield Injuries in Seattle
Three games into the 2026 season, Seattle Seahawks running back Emanuel Wilson has recorded 32 carries for 109 yards. The 27-year-old has had his usage scaled up of late, leading Seattle in carries each of the team's last two games. With the news on Saturday that the Seahawks have placed rookie running back Jadarian Price (chest) on Injured Reserve with a chest injury, Wilson now looks like the clear lead back in Seattle. Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (knee) is eligible to come off the Physically Unable to Perform list in Week 5, so Wilson's time as his team's RB1 could be short-lived. Still, with Price now sidelined through at least Week 7, Wilson should maintain a role in the Seahawks backfield even after Charbonnet returns. Wilson should be rostered in all fantasy formats and profiles as a solid flex option in Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Seahawks Place Jadarian Price on Injured Reserve
Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price (chest) has been placed on injured reserve, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Price reportedly aggravated an existing chest injury during practice this week. As a result of being placed on IR, Price will now miss a minimum of four games, sidelining him through Week 7 at the earliest. The rookie had posted modest results through the first three games of the season, and he never had a snap share higher than 48%. He had also lost a fumble in each of his last two contests. In addition to Price, the Seahawks will play Week 4 without Zach Charbonnet (knee), who is eligible to be activated from the PUP list next week. That leaves them with Emanuel Wilson and George Holani atop the depth chart for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Darius Slayton Presented with Opportunity to Make a Big Impact in Week 4
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Darius Slayton will make his team debut on Sunday, and he could immediately step into an elevated role. Slayton was originally signed to take the roster spot of Alec Pierce (heel) on injured reserve, but he hasn't earned an offensive snap yet. That should change in Week 4, as the Colts will be without both Pierce and Keenan Allen (groin). There's a reasonable path for Slayton to occupy the No. 2 role on the depth chart behind Josh Downs. The jury is still out on whether the Colts' offense can support two fantasy-relevant receivers at once, but we'd feel decent about his outlook against the Washington Commanders if he does indeed operate as the No. 2 receiver behind Downs. This is certainly a very enticing matchup for Slayton; entering Week 4, the Commanders had allowed the most fantasy points to wide receivers in 2026. Managers who are in deeper leagues and need a WR3/flex replacement should consider streaming Slayton this week.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Brian Thomas Jr. Remains a Very Risky Option in Fantasy Football
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. is enduring a very frustrating start to the season, and he belongs on the bench in most fantasy leagues ahead of his Week 4 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Thomas has played less than 38% of the snaps in two of three games so far. He also has three or fewer catches in every game, and three or fewer targets in two of three games. Not only have Parker Washington and Jakobi Meyers played significantly more than Thomas, but rookie Josh Cameron is also threatening his spot on the depth chart after catching two touchdown passes through the first three weeks. At this point, fantasy managers are probably begging for the Jaguars to trade Thomas so that he can get a change of scenery and play somewhere with a more reliable path to immediate production. For now, as long as Thomas remains a Jaguar, he can be benched in most fantasy leagues. This week's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have allowed the 17th-most fantasy points to wide receivers, doesn't represent a glaring opportunity for Thomas to break out of his struggles, either.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jakobi Meyers Looking to Build Off Last Week's Big Game
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers is trending up in fantasy football. After catching just three passes through the first two weeks, Meyers exploded with seven catches, 64 yards, and one touchdown last Sunday against his old team, the New England Patriots. Parker Washington is still the top Jaguars receiver in fantasy football, but Meyers' big performance in Week 3 has cemented him as a strong WR3/flex option going forward. Meyers ranks first in the NFL in target separation against man coverage this year, and he also ranks first in quarterback rating when targeted. The underlying metrics suggest that Meyers should have a much bigger role than he has occupied this season, so we don't think that his big Week 3 was any sort of fluke. This week, he'll also benefit from a matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, whose pass defense has been nothing special. Cincinnati ranks near the middle of the league with the 15th-fewest fantasy points allowed to wide receivers in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Parker Washington Finds Himself in Must-Start Territory for Week 4
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington should be started in all fantasy football leagues ahead of Week 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Washington is enjoying a terrific start to the season, ranking as the overall WR11 with 15 catches, 221 yards, and two touchdowns through three weeks. We knew Washington was headed for a breakout season this year, but he's still exceeding expectations as the clear-cut top fantasy receiver in Jacksonville. Not only has he been a top target for Trevor Lawrence, but he's also a must-start receiver in fantasy football, regardless of matchup. We have no concerns whatsoever about his matchup this week against the Bengals, who rank near the middle of the league with the 17th-most fantasy points allowed to wide receivers in 2026. Washington is an undisputed fantasy WR2 with WR1 upside.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Noah Fant Questionable to Face Falcons in Week 4
New Orleans Saints tight end Noah Fant (abdomen) is officially listed as questionable to play in Monday's Week 4 contest against the Atlanta Falcons, according to Jeff Nowak of Audacy Sports. Fant was limited in practice all week long, so it appears that he could be a true game-time decision for Monday Night Football. We don't expect his status to impact too many fantasy managers, as Fant is currently rostered in just 2% of leagues. With that being said, his availability could be crucial for the Saints, given that he has scored three touchdowns through three games. Last week, he caught four passes for 33 yards with two trips to the end zone. He currently ranks #14 among tight ends in fantasy scoring this season, but Juwan Johnson (TE4 overall) remains the only Saints tight end worth starting, regardless of whether Fant suits up.
Source: Jeff Nowak
Source: Jeff Nowak
Bhayshul Tuten Brings Strong RB2 Appeal Into Week 4
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten has been one of the steadiest parts of the offense through three weeks. He has rushed for at least 65 yards in every game, including 73 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries against New England last Sunday. Tuten also caught both of his targets for 17 yards, giving him 17 touches in the win. He leads Jacksonville with 204 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 43 attempts, and Liam Coen said Friday that the Jaguars need to keep finding ways to get him more opportunities. Cincinnati has been much better against the run this season, although Jaylen Warren did break through for 127 rushing yards against the Bengals last week. Tuten is healthy entering Sunday and sits at RB16 in RotoBaller's latest Week 4 rankings. The matchup is not a freebie, but his starting role and steady workload make him a strong RB2 option.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jonathan Taylor Remains an Elite Week 4 Option
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor gets a difficult matchup Sunday, but there is no real lineup decision to make here. Taylor has 258 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 66 carries through three games, and he has added nine catches for 67 yards. Houston held him to 68 yards on 23 carries last week, easily his quietest rushing day so far. Washington has been much tougher on the ground than most teams, allowing just 246 rushing yards through three games at 3.8 yards per carry. The Commanders also lead the league with a 25% run-stuff rate. That could make the efficiency ugly at times, but Taylor's volume keeps him insulated from a tougher matchup. He was a full participant Thursday and Friday and carries no game designation. RotoBaller has him at RB4 for Week 4. Taylor should stay locked into lineups for Sunday's London game.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Trevor Lawrence Carries QB1 Upside Into Week 4
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has not piled up huge passing-yardage totals lately, but the touchdowns have kept coming. Lawrence threw for 182 yards against New England last week, his second straight game below 200, yet he still found the end zone three times and added 25 yards on the ground. He has seven touchdown passes against two interceptions through three games, with Jacksonville scoring 27 points per game along the way. Cincinnati does present a challenge up front. The Bengals have generated pressure on 39.7% of opposing dropbacks, the fifth-highest rate in the league, so Lawrence may not have a clean pocket all afternoon. RotoBaller is still very high on him for Sunday, ranking Lawrence as QB4 for Week 4. The passing yardage has been uneven, but his touchdown production and Jacksonville's strong start offensively keep him firmly in QB1 territory against Cincinnati.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
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