Top Quarterback Plays<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/USATSI_27252605_168419650_lowres-1024x683.jpg\")
Photo Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPatrick Mahomes, Chiefs<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 This is obviously the premier game of the week and one that Kansas City is going to want to see where it’s at prior to their BYE week. Because Kansas City started out so slowly this year, every game is critically important if they want to win the division. The big problem is that Buffalo’s weakness is its run defense. That said, the Chiefs running game is not fantastic. So look for Andy Reed to go outside the box and use both Rice and Worthy creatively, and watch for Mahomes to have about 30 to 40 yards rushing on top of the 250 yards passing and two to three touchdowns that he’s going to have.<\/p>\nJosh Allen, Bills<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 It always feels like Josh Allen is capable of being the best fantasy quarterback of the week, but that usually happens when the other team pushes him. In Week 8 against Carolina, Allen wasn’t pushed because James Cook was able to run for 200+ yards. It’s extremely hard to run against Kansas City, and Allen is going to have to make some plays not only with his arm but with his legs. Once or twice a year, Allen has that game where he’s the top player on the slate, and this just might be the week. Let’s lock him in for 240 passing yards and 2 TDs to go along with 70 rushing yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\nJaxson Dart, Giants<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Last week, the Texans provided the blueprint of how to beat the 49ers\u2013control the clock with short passes. Hopefully Brian Daboll watched plenty of video this week before setting the game plan. With the injuries that the Giants have had on offense recently, look for Dart to not only use his arm but his legs to make a huge impact in this game. His mobility is a game-changer, especially in the red zone. Dart should have about 220 passing yards and one touchdown to go along with 60 yards rushing and a rushing touchdown.<\/p>\nCaleb Williams, Bears<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 One of the things I always like to do in Fantasy is look to the guy who disappointed us last week and see if he will be better this week. Williams was a monumental disappointment against Baltimore in Week 8. In Week 9, he gets the Bengals defense, which really can’t stop anybody, so the Bears should have their way. Look for Williams to throw for about 250 passing yards and two touchdowns.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Top Running Back Plays<\/h3>\n![\"Dynasty](\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/12\/USATSI_22029945_168400545_lowres-1024x683.jpg\")
Photo Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nChristian McCaffrey, 49ers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 McCaffrey barely touched the ball against the Texans, but that should not happen this week against the Giants. He has really looked terrific all season long, and with Ricky Pearsall likely out once again, look for the 49ers to lean on McCaffrey for about 20 to 25 touches. Lock him in for about 120 all-purpose yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\nJahmyr Gibbs, Lions<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Minnesota has a swarming defense, which should leave itself open for some quick dump-off passes from Jared Goff to Gibbs. Once Gibbs gets past the linebackers, he should be able to make some big plays. Look for him to have close to 140 all-purpose yards and at least one touchdown.<\/p>\nKimani Vidal, Chargers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 There’s not much to say about Vidal outside of the fact that he has been extremely consistent since he’s taken over the RB1 job. Tennessee has been one of the most generous defenses to opposing running backs this entire season, and Jeffrey Simmons is still questionable as to whether or not he’s playing. Look for Vidal to continue his strong play and get about 90 yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\nKyren Williams, Rams<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 New Orleans decided to make a change at quarterback for this upcoming game, which will definitely be to their detriment as the Rams come to town with one of the best pass rushes in the NFC as well as a terrific ground game. Expect a lot of three-and-outs for the Saints on offense, which should give the Rams the ball a ton. Williams should have about 80 rushing yards and one touchdown with a good chance at two.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Top Wide Receiver Plays<\/h3>\n![\"week](\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/week-5-wide-receiver-rankings-1024x683.jpg\")
Photo Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPuka Nacua, Rams<\/strong> \u2013 Nacua is expected back this week against New Orleans, which plays a ton of zone coverage. Moreover, New Orleans is awful against slot receivers, which is where Puka lines up a ton as well. Look for him to get back on track with at least 8 to 10 catches for 80 plus yards and a touchdown<\/p>\nRashee Rice, Chiefs<\/strong> \u2013 Rice’s return has taken the Chiefs offense from good to great. Patrick Mahomes looks for him in almost every passing situation, and he has an uncanny ability to find the open spots in zone defenses. Look for him to have somewhere between 8 and 10 catches for about a hundred yards and a touchdown in what could be the game of the week.<\/p>\nMarvin Harrison Jr., Cardinals<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 It feels like a cheat code to take the other team’s top wide receiver against the Dallas Cowboys’ secondary. This week, that player is Harrison, who has looked exceptional at times. Sadly, Harrison is tied to Kyler Murray, who can often be a disappointment. However, Dallas is so bad on defense that there seems to be very little way that Kyler fails. Look for Harrison to have 80 yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\nDK Metcalf, Steelers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 When I did the First Look podcast with my man Trevor Hillstrom earlier this week, his lock of the week was DK Metcalf with 100 yards and a touchdown against the Colts. Well, I trust in Trevor, and I think you should too. If he says that Metcalf is getting a hundred yards and a touchdown, then I’m giving it my Visionary lock as well!<\/p>\n
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Top Tight End Plays<\/h3>\n![\"george](\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/USATSI_27372139_168400545_lowres-1024x678.jpg\")
Photo Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nGeorge Kittle, 49ers<\/strong> \u2013 The only thing that could hold Kittle back from having a multiple-touchdown game is that the Giants defensive line is so good that it might require him to block more than usual. That said, with all the injuries that San Francisco has on offense, Kittle will be a very big part of their passing attack and should have about 60 yards and at least one touchdown.<\/p>\n
Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 This is obviously the premier game of the week and one that Kansas City is going to want to see where it’s at prior to their BYE week. Because Kansas City started out so slowly this year, every game is critically important if they want to win the division. The big problem is that Buffalo’s weakness is its run defense. That said, the Chiefs running game is not fantastic. So look for Andy Reed to go outside the box and use both Rice and Worthy creatively, and watch for Mahomes to have about 30 to 40 yards rushing on top of the 250 yards passing and two to three touchdowns that he’s going to have.<\/p>\n Josh Allen, Bills<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 It always feels like Josh Allen is capable of being the best fantasy quarterback of the week, but that usually happens when the other team pushes him. In Week 8 against Carolina, Allen wasn’t pushed because James Cook was able to run for 200+ yards. It’s extremely hard to run against Kansas City, and Allen is going to have to make some plays not only with his arm but with his legs. Once or twice a year, Allen has that game where he’s the top player on the slate, and this just might be the week. Let’s lock him in for 240 passing yards and 2 TDs to go along with 70 rushing yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\n Jaxson Dart, Giants<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Last week, the Texans provided the blueprint of how to beat the 49ers\u2013control the clock with short passes. Hopefully Brian Daboll watched plenty of video this week before setting the game plan. With the injuries that the Giants have had on offense recently, look for Dart to not only use his arm but his legs to make a huge impact in this game. His mobility is a game-changer, especially in the red zone. Dart should have about 220 passing yards and one touchdown to go along with 60 yards rushing and a rushing touchdown.<\/p>\n Caleb Williams, Bears<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 One of the things I always like to do in Fantasy is look to the guy who disappointed us last week and see if he will be better this week. Williams was a monumental disappointment against Baltimore in Week 8. In Week 9, he gets the Bengals defense, which really can’t stop anybody, so the Bears should have their way. Look for Williams to throw for about 250 passing yards and two touchdowns.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Christian McCaffrey, 49ers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 McCaffrey barely touched the ball against the Texans, but that should not happen this week against the Giants. He has really looked terrific all season long, and with Ricky Pearsall likely out once again, look for the 49ers to lean on McCaffrey for about 20 to 25 touches. Lock him in for about 120 all-purpose yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\n Jahmyr Gibbs, Lions<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Minnesota has a swarming defense, which should leave itself open for some quick dump-off passes from Jared Goff to Gibbs. Once Gibbs gets past the linebackers, he should be able to make some big plays. Look for him to have close to 140 all-purpose yards and at least one touchdown.<\/p>\n Kimani Vidal, Chargers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 There’s not much to say about Vidal outside of the fact that he has been extremely consistent since he’s taken over the RB1 job. Tennessee has been one of the most generous defenses to opposing running backs this entire season, and Jeffrey Simmons is still questionable as to whether or not he’s playing. Look for Vidal to continue his strong play and get about 90 yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\n Kyren Williams, Rams<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 New Orleans decided to make a change at quarterback for this upcoming game, which will definitely be to their detriment as the Rams come to town with one of the best pass rushes in the NFC as well as a terrific ground game. Expect a lot of three-and-outs for the Saints on offense, which should give the Rams the ball a ton. Williams should have about 80 rushing yards and one touchdown with a good chance at two.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Puka Nacua, Rams<\/strong> \u2013 Nacua is expected back this week against New Orleans, which plays a ton of zone coverage. Moreover, New Orleans is awful against slot receivers, which is where Puka lines up a ton as well. Look for him to get back on track with at least 8 to 10 catches for 80 plus yards and a touchdown<\/p>\n Rashee Rice, Chiefs<\/strong> \u2013 Rice’s return has taken the Chiefs offense from good to great. Patrick Mahomes looks for him in almost every passing situation, and he has an uncanny ability to find the open spots in zone defenses. Look for him to have somewhere between 8 and 10 catches for about a hundred yards and a touchdown in what could be the game of the week.<\/p>\n Marvin Harrison Jr., Cardinals<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 It feels like a cheat code to take the other team’s top wide receiver against the Dallas Cowboys’ secondary. This week, that player is Harrison, who has looked exceptional at times. Sadly, Harrison is tied to Kyler Murray, who can often be a disappointment. However, Dallas is so bad on defense that there seems to be very little way that Kyler fails. Look for Harrison to have 80 yards and a touchdown.<\/p>\n DK Metcalf, Steelers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 When I did the First Look podcast with my man Trevor Hillstrom earlier this week, his lock of the week was DK Metcalf with 100 yards and a touchdown against the Colts. Well, I trust in Trevor, and I think you should too. If he says that Metcalf is getting a hundred yards and a touchdown, then I’m giving it my Visionary lock as well!<\/p>\n For more help with your fantasy football lineups, check out our Week 9 Buy\/Sell\/Hold<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n George Kittle, 49ers<\/strong> \u2013 The only thing that could hold Kittle back from having a multiple-touchdown game is that the Giants defensive line is so good that it might require him to block more than usual. That said, with all the injuries that San Francisco has on offense, Kittle will be a very big part of their passing attack and should have about 60 yards and at least one touchdown.<\/p>\nTop Running Back Plays<\/h3>\n
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