TIGHT ENDS
Start: Brock Bowers (LV v. JAC)
Multiple reports have Bowers trending toward a post-bye return for Week 9, and the total is playable. Jacksonville has been middle-of-the-pack vs. TEs, and the Raiders badly need a chain-mover. It’ll be the first game back slinging, and I expect heavy-schemed looks (leak, TE screens, play-action crossers) to reset offensive rhythm. TE1 upside if he’s active.
Start: Colston Loveland (CHI @ CIN)
Because why not? Loveland’s snaps and routes have climbed, and with Cole Kmet banged up/out or limited recently, he’s carving out hospitable usage. In a high total with an outstanding TE factor, Chicago’s play-action and boot concepts naturally feature the Y/wing on crossers and over routes, which Colston can exploit. Even if Kmet plays, recent target funk keeps Loveland viable as a top-12 streamer.
Sit: Hunter Henry (NE v. ATL)
Recent volatility in target volume makes the week-to-week projection shaky. Atlanta typically compresses tight end efficiency, forcing offenses to work outside or to backs. Without steady red-zone chances, the touchdown bet is thin. There are cleaner streaming options in similar totals.
Sit: Dalton Kincaid (BUF v. KC)
Despite a strong game total, Buffalo has shown stretches of WR-led distribution (hello Khalil Shakir) when chasing points. Kansas City’s linebacker/safety speed can limit tight end yards after catch and reduce easy stick throws. If the game speeds up, wideouts are more likely to absorb the spike targets. Fringe TE2 with more downside than usual.
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