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Summary
- Justin Herbert and Nick Chubb are promising starters.
- George Pickens could shine against weak Ravens secondary.
- Kirk Cousins and Tony Pollard are risky options.
- Backup RBs and Mike Williams are interesting waiver wire pickups.
Die Fantasy Football The season is approaching the crucial weeks and managers must make the right decisions now to preserve their playoff chances. Here’s a detailed look at the most promising starters, recommended sits and worthwhile waiver wire pickups for Week 11.
Justin Herbert: Chargers QB before breakout game against Bengals.
Justin Herbert faces potential fantasy fireworks against the Cincinnati Bengals. Since the bye week, the Chargers have opened up their passing game significantly, reflected in three consecutive top-12 finishes for Herbert. The Bengals defense presents itself as the fifth easiest opponent for fantasy quarterbacks and has allowed two top-3 results in the last three weeks. With Joe Burrow on the other side, the Chargers will probably be forced to play more passing. Herbert is a clear QB1 for Week 11.
Nick Chubb: Browns RB with top matchup against Saints.
Although Nick Chubb is not yet back to 100 percent after his serious knee injury, Week 11 presents an excellent opportunity for a fantasy breakout. The Saints defense is extremely vulnerable to runs and has recently allowed a number of strong RB performances. Since his return, Chubb has received consistently high workloads of at least 16 touches per game. Against the fourth-worst run defense in the league, Chubb is a solid RB2 with upside.
George Pickens: Steelers WR on collision course with weak Ravens secondary.
George Pickens is in impressive form and now faces a Ravens defense that allows the most fantasy points to wide receivers. In two of three games with Russell Wilson as the starter, Pickens finished in the top five fantasy receivers. The Ravens were recently dismantled by Ja’Marr Chase, but less prominent names like Courtland Sutton (122 yards) and Cedric Tillman (99 yards, 2 TDs) also had success. Pickens is a clear WR1 in Week 11.
Week 11: Be careful with Kirk Cousins and Tony Pollard.
While some stars are facing breakout games, there are also prominent names that could disappoint in Week 11. Kirk Cousins faces a strong Broncos defense away from home that has so far only allowed Lamar Jackson over 20 fantasy points. Cousins can only be classified as a risky QB2.
Tony Pollard is not only struggling with a foot injury, but also with reduced playing time. Against the Vikings, who allow few fantasy points to running backs, Pollard can only be viewed as a boom-or-bust RB3.
Waiver Wire Gold Mines: Backup RBs and Mike Williams in Focus.
For forward-looking fantasy managers, the waiver wire offers interesting options. Backup running backs like Blake Corum (Rams), Trey Benson (Cardinals) or Cam Akers (Vikings) are just one injury away from RB2 status and should be secured now.
A particularly exciting name is Mike Williams from the Steelers. The newcomer caught the game-winning touchdown in his debut and could be interesting as a flex option in Week 11 against the Ravens. Williams has the potential to become a top waiver-wire pickup in the coming weeks.
At the same time, managers can part ways with rookies like Caleb Williams or Xavier Worthy. Both are unlikely to be consistent fantasy options this season.
The crucial weeks of the fantasy season are upon us. With the right starts, smart sits and far-sighted waiver wire moves, managers can now lay the foundation for a deep playoff run.
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