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Week 4 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Preview

Here's a rundown of the top-60 fantasy Wide Receivers for Week 4.

Los Angeles Rams at Chicago Bears

DJ Moore, Bears

It's been a bumpy ride so far for Moore, who's managed 8.8 YPC and 0 TDs. On the bright side: He’s won on the volume front with 28 total targets. The likely return of Keenan Allen might cut into that number, but Moore still projects as a premier WR2.

Rome Odunze, Bears 

Odunze erupted for 6-112-1 last week vs. Indy. He toped D.J. Moore in targets by one. The rookie will take on a larger range of outcomes if Keenan Allen returns. Still, last week’s showing proved Odunze’s connection with Caleb Williams is improving.

Keenan Allen, Bears

Allen missed the past two games with a heel injury. His practice participation this week suggests a return vs. Los Angeles, but it’s possible he’s eased back into play. Allen tallied 11 targets in his Chicago debut.

New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons

Chris Olave, Saints

Olave had a great game last week, catching six passes for 86 yards and a TD. He ate up the Eagles man coverage, but will face a zone heavy team this week in the Falcons. The talent is undeniable, but this may not be an ideal match-up. Olave stays as a high-end WR2. 

Rashid Shaheed, Saints

Shaheed had a surprising goose egg with no catches on five targets last week. He nearly had a TD to save his day, but dropped the pass. The Saints will continue using him as a deep threat, so there will be some downside with his big upside. He settled as a solid WR3.

Drake London, Falcons

London has found the end zone in each of the last two games, and his targets have increased every week. London is top-10 among WRs in separation against man coverage per NFL Next Gen Stats. The Saints run more man than zone coverage, so it could be a good spot for him despite the Saints being a top-10 defense against fantasy WRs. London settles as a solid WR2.  

Darnell Mooney, Falcons

Mooney is averaging 7.5 targets per game over the last two. He has a clear connection with QB Kirk Cousins and isn't just a deep threat anymore in this offense. With the Saints being a top-10 defense against fantasy WRs, it could be a rougher week for him. He is a deep flex play only.

Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers

Justin Jefferson, Vikings

Jefferson ranks fourth among receivers in yards (273); tied for first in TDs (3). 

Jordan Addison, Vikings

Addison’s on track to return from a multi-week ankle injury. We’ll look for clues on his usage leading up to kickoff. But for now, he settles in as a low-end WR3 against a capable Green Bay secondary.

Jayden Reed, Packers

Reed would get a huge boost if Jordan Love returns from his MCL sprain. Back in Week 1 with Love, Reed posted 4-138-1 – plus a 33-yard rushing TD. 

Christian Watson, Packers

Watson showed his downfield chops last week vs. Tennessee. Now likely to get back Jordan Love, Watson’s boom/bust upside improves. Just note the brutal matchup vs. Minnesota, a unit that’s yet to allow a WR TD.

Denver Broncos at New York Jets

Courtland Sutton, Broncos

Sutton had 11 targets last week catching seven for 68 yards. He is the clear favorite target for Bo Nix and will continue getting passing volume, but Sauce Gardner may lock him down this week. That keeps him as a low-end WR3.

Garrett Wilson, Jets

Wilson found the end zone for the first time this season last week, but he hasn't put up a WR1 game yet this year. He faces a Broncos team that is shutting down opposing WR1s with CB Patrick Surtain Jr. But, Wilson's talent makes him a low end WR2 with potential to break through.

Allen Lazard, Jets

Lazard continues being a favorite target for Aaron Rodgers. he only had three targets last week, but caught all three and got a TD. He will likely be passed by Mike Williams at some point, so he is more of a WR5 to only use if really needed.

Philadelphia Eagles at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

A.J. Brown, Eagles

Expect Brown to miss a second straight game with his hamstring injury. He should be ready, though, after the team’s Week 5 bye.

Chris Godwin, Buccaneers

Godwin ranks fifth among all WRs in target share through three weeks. The gap between him and Mike Evans (50th) will certainly shrink going forward, especially with last week’s 9-3 distribution in Godwin’s favor skewing the totals. Philly’s defense doesn’t bring a Pat Surtain to town. It does bring the league’s No. 24 pass defense by DVOA through three weeks.

Mike Evans, Buccaneers

Throw out Evans’ rough Week 3. Denver CB Pat Surtain II locked him up in coverage, sending nearly all of Baker Mayfield’s targets elsewhere. And the Bucs’ offense suffered for it in a 26-7 home loss. The Eagles bring no similar coverage worry this week. Evans faced Philly lead CB Darius Slay in last year’s playoff win and caught three of his five targets in Slay’s coverage, according to Pro Football Focus. Mayfield sits tied for the week’s eight-highest passing-yardage line. So expect solid offensive production against a defense ranked just 24th in pass DVOA.

Cincinnati Bengals at Carolina Panthers

Tee Higgins, Bengals

Higgins played his first game of the season last week and had six targets, but could only muster three catches for 39 yards. He had a few shots at scoring a TD though and was a big part of the gameplan. With a good match-up this week, he is a solid WR2.

Ja’Marr Chase, Bengals

Chase took advantage of a weak Commanders' secondary last week catching six of his seven targets for 118 yards and two TDs. He has been used in the slot and outside, putting Chase in a position to succeed. He has WR1 overall potential this week against another weak secondary.

Andrei Iosivas, Bengals

Iosivas had more targets than Tee Higgins last week, so he is clearly still a part of the gameplan. With deep speed for a big play, Iosivas is an upside WR5.

Diontae Johnson, Panthers

Johnson had an instant connection with Andy Dalton catching eight of 14 targets for 122 yards and a TD last week. After doing next to nothing with Bryce Young, it proved the potential Johnson has. He did pop up with a groin injury on the injury report, but as long as Dalton is at the helm, Johnson is a WR2 with WR1 upside. 

Jacksonville Jaguars at Houston Texans

Christian Kirk, Jaguars

Although much of it came in garbage time, it was nice to see Kirk get going with an 8-79-0 line on a team-high 10 targets last week. Kirk has the best matchup among Jaguars WRs this week against Texans slot CB Jalen Pitre, who ranks 72nd among 93 qualifying CBs in Pro Football Focus' coverage grades.

Brian Thomas, Jaguars

Despite an ugly start to the season for Jacksonville's offense, Thomas is off to a promising start. He's tied for the team lead with 17 targets and leads Jaguars WRs with 2.10 yards per route. The concern this week -- beyond QB Trevor Lawrence's struggles -- is a matchup against a tough Houston secondary. Outside CBs Derek Stingley and Kamari Lassiter have both been stout so far this season.

Gabe Davis, Jaguars

Davis has yet to top three catches in a game this season and has seen his yardage decline each week, from 62 to 43 to 18. Until QB Trevor Lawrence starts playing better, Davis shouldn't be in fantasy lineups.

Nico Collins, Texans

Collins popped up on Thursday's injury report with a hamstring, which has his availability for this weekend's game in question. If that hammy checks out, Collins is in a smash spot at home for a struggling Jaguars secondary. Jacksonville ranks 30th in pass defense DVOA and dead last in adjusted fantasy points allowed to WRs.

Stefon Diggs, Texans

Diggs' 24 targets through three weeks rank 15th among WRs. He should be busy again on Sunday with WR Tank Dell expected to be out and WR Nico Collins dealing with a hamstring injury. The Texans are rocking a big 26-point implied total against a Jaguars squad that ranks 30th in pass defense DVOA and 32nd in adjusted fantasy points allowed to WRs.

Pittsburgh Steelers at Indianapolis Colts

George Pickens, Steelers

Pickens faces a hurting Colts secondary. Indy already lost starting outside CB JuJu Brents to injury. Slot CB Kenny Moore looks unlikely to play this week as well. Pittsburgh showed in Week 2 that it’s willing to boost Pickens’ time in the slot for certain matchups. He ran 43% of pass snaps there vs. Denver, which sports one of the league’s top corners, Pat Surtain II, in shadow coverage on the outside. Whether they follow such a path against the Colts or not, Pickens should find opportunities. Indy ranks just 21st in pass-defense DVOA.

Michael Pittman Jr., Colts

Pittman has drawn a strong 27.4% target share through three games. But Indy’s low passing volume has him tied for just 26th among WRs in targets. QB Anthony Richardson’s struggles have “helped” Pittman tie for just 36th at the position in receptions while ranking 69th (not nice) in yards. Throw in a matchup with Pittsburgh’s tough defense, and it makes sense to sit Pittman this week if you can.

Cleveland Browns at Las Vegas Raiders

Amari Cooper, Browns

Cooper had a huge game last week with eight catches for 86 yards and two TDs. He could feast again this week with the Raiders defense giving up at least a WR2 fantasy game to each of their opponent's top WRs. But, Deshaun Watson's inconsistently also provides downside. Treat Cooper like a high end WR3 this week.

Jerry Jeudy, Browns

Jeudy is averaging seven targets a game, but has gone under 30 yards receiving in two of his three games so far. The Browns offense lack of explosiveness holds him back, so Jeudy is a WR4 who will need a TD to be relevant this week.

Davante Adams, Raiders

Adams only caught four passes for 40 yards this past week and tied with both Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker in targets. This week may be better for Adams going up against the man coverage heavy Browns, but he also popped up on the injury report with a hamstring issue. Adam's talent makes him a high end WR2 this week.

Jakobi Meyers, Raiders

Meyers had a solid Week 3 catching seven of nine targets for 62 yards and a TD. He has a solid floor, but don't expect that many targets and a score this week. The Browns pass defense is a bit too stout for Meyers to eat them up. He is a WR5 this week.

Washington Commanders at Arizona Cardinals

Terry McLaurin, Commanders

McLaurin broke out last week with 4-100-1. The rapid development of Jayden Daniels certainly bodes well for the weeks ahead. There’s no reason to worry about the Arizona matchup, either. The Cardinals sit 30th in PFF's coverage grades; 27th in pressure rate.

Marvin Harrison Jr., Cardinals

Since a down opener, Harrison's racked up 19 targets, 9 catches, 194 yards, and 3 TDs. The Commanders have allowed a WR to reach 80 yards in all three games this season. Sunday’s game also sets up as a potential shootout; the over/under is a week-high 50.5 points.

New England Patriots at San Francisco 49ers

Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers

11 catches. 119 yards. 0 TDs. Without question, it's been a rough start for Aiyuk. But considering his lack of a training camp, it's not too surprising. Plus, if we look at his underlying metrics, they show he remains an excellent seperator. Aiyuk’s fantasy outlook remains intriguing vs. CB Christian Gonzalez and the Pats.

Jauan Jennings, 49ers

Jennings posted the surprise line of the season against Los Angeles (11-175-3). That boosts his WR3 profile against a New England squad that figures to shadow Brandon Aiyuk with top CB Christian Gonzalez.

Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers

Rashee Rice, Chiefs

Rice is the clear focal point of Kansas City's passing game. His 29 targets through three games are 17 more than any other Chief -- and third most among all WRs league-wide. The Chargers' secondary has played well so far this season, but they'll be without S Derwin James on Sunday.

Xavier Worthy, Chiefs

Worthy has yet to top four targets in a game this season (although he does have at least one carry in every game and five total). In a game vs. the banged-up Chargers this weekend that the Chiefs should control, don't expect big volume for Worthy. He'll need to bust a big play to pay off in fantasy lineups.

Quentin Johnston, Chargers

Johnston caught his only two targets last week for 44 yards and a score, with that TD coming on a busted coverage by the Steelers. Passing volume remains a concern for Johnston. Also concerning this week: The Chargers will be missing starting OTs Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater, while QB Justin Herbert battles a high-ankle sprain. It's a bad recipe against a quality Chiefs pass defense.

Ladd McConkey, Chargers

McConkey's 17 targets lead the Chargers but rank just 35th among WRs league-wide. The rookie is averaging 3.3 catches and 36 yards per game. Los Angeles' passing game is in a tough spot this weekend with OTs Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater out, while QB Justin Herbert fights through a high-ankle sprain. McConkey also has a difficult individual matchup against Chiefs slot CB Trent McDuffie.

Buffalo Bills at Baltimore Ravens

Khalil Shakir, Bills

Shakir was the primary target for Josh Allen in the passing game last week, catching all six of his targets for 72 yards and a TD. He should be a prime checkdown option for Allen due to Shakir’s reliability (he has caught every target this season). He is a WR3 this week.

Zay Flowers, Ravens

Flowers disappointed with only three catches for 20 yards last week due to the Ravens running the ball more. The Bills are a tough pass defense, but with slot corner Taron Johnson out, Flowers could get a ton of easy catches. He is a WR2 this week.

Tennessee Titans at Miami Dolphins

Calvin Ridley, Titans

After a few tough matchups to open the year, Ridley’s outlook improves a bit vs. Miami. The main issue: Sunday doesn’t set up as a shootout against a Miami squad down to their third QB. Plus, there’s been absolutely zero consistency in Will Levis’ game.

Tyreek Hill, Dolphins

You’re playing Tyreek Hill because of his rare ability. But there’s no doubt the floor is lower given Miami’s QB play. We expect them to announce Tyler Huntley – who signed on the 17th – as the starter.

Jaylen Waddle, Dolphins

Waddle will be tough to trust in fantasy leagues until we see improvement from Miami’s QB. Over the past two weeks, the former Round 1 pick has tallied 8 catches for only 67 yards. On the flip side, the Titans recently placed CB Chidobe Awuzie on IR.

Seattle Seahawks at Detroit Lions

D.K. Metcalf, Seahawks

Metcalf has yet to lead his team in targets in a game this season. But Seattle’s pass-leaning offense still has him tied for 17th at the position in targets through three weeks. Monday’s matchup brings a Detroit defense that sports a -2.0% DVOA vs. the pass (10th in the league) compared with -22.9% vs. the run (fourth). Expect plenty of Seattle passing against a secondary with no worrisome matchups for the Seahawks’ biggest deep threat.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seahawks

JSN’s target totals have gone 2-16-3 across the first three games. That makes Week 2 look like an outlier. But he has ranked among the team’s top two in routes each week. That includes leading the team in that category last week. We’ll have to put up with the volatility, especially because of the strength of Seattle’s top 3 at the position. This week should foster plenty of passing volume, though. The Seahawks head to Detroit as 3.5-point underdogs against a defense that plays the run tougher than the pass.

Tyler Lockett, Seahawks

Lockett gets a positive matchup and potentially positive game script Monday night in Detroit. The Lions have been a pass-funnel defense, and both outside CBs appear to be struggling to stop opponent WRs. Seattle already ranks 10th in pass attempts on the year and could push more volume for this matchup, especially if playing from behind. Lockett doesn’t higher because he’s running third among Seahawks WRs in routes to date. A career-low aDOT also indicates a lowered ceiling for the soon-to-be 32-year-old.

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions

Remember that three-catch game for St. Brown in this year’s opener? That’s the only time among his past 10 games (including the playoffs) that he has seen fewer than 8 targets, tallied fewer than 6 receptions, or fallen short of 75 yards.

Jameson Williams, Lions

Williams is bound to have down games like Week 3. Even his mere 3 targets against Arizona, though, tied for third on the team behind only Amon-Ra St. Brown and TE Brock Wright. Jared Goff attempts just 23 passes in that contest. Williams also got a rushing attempt for the third straight game. He has already matched his total carries for last season, and exceeded last year’s first-down conversions via rush (2-1). Passing volume could be limited again, vs. a Seattle D that arrives ranked first in pass DVOA. But Williams remains an upside WR3.

Shane Hallam, Writer

Shane has over 20 years of experience creating content and playing every fantasy football format including redraft, dynasty, devy, IDP, and more. He is a multi-year winner of $500 dynasty leagues on the FFPC and utilizes deep film and scheme study to enhance his fantasy performance.