Nyheim Hines, running back with the Indianapolis Colts
Nyheim Hines executes an offensive play against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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60.2% of ESPN fantasy rostered players
0 rushing yards, 2 receptions, 3 receiving yards; 2.3 fantasy points in Week 4.
Nyheim Hines’ numbers against the Titans on Sunday were unimpressive, but after Jonathan Taylor departed the game with an ankle injury, Hines might play a significant role in the Colts’ offense the next week.
Raheem Mostert, RB, Miami Dolphins
Against the Cincinnati Bengals, Raheem Mostert looks to run.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 53.3%
69 running yards, 2 receptions, 12 receiving yards; 10.1 fantasy points in Week 4.
Chase Edmonds is rostered in 83.8% of ESPN fantasy leagues, while Raheem Mostert is rostered in slightly over half of ESPN fantasy leagues. This disparity exists despite the fact that Mostert has received more carries than Edmonds during the past three games for the Dolphins. Edmonds and Mostert are both rosterable, and this is likely one of the final weeks in which Mostert will be available at a discount.
Mike Boone, RB, Denver Broncos
Against the Minnesota Vikings, Mike Boone makes a run.
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0.1 percent of ESPN fantasy rostered players
20 running yards, 1 reception, 9 receiving yards; 3.9 fantasy points in Week 4.
Sunday saw the injury of starting running back Javonte Williams. Melvin Gordon, the second running back, lost the ball for the fourth time in four games. Eventually, Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett determined that Mike Boone should see the field. Gordon (74.1% rostered) is likely still the superior backfield option for the Denver Broncos, but it is also feasible that Hackett will tire of Gordon fumbling and give Boone a crack at the starting man.
Kenneth Gainwell, RB, Philadelphia Eagles
Kenneth Gainwell is jubilant after scoring against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 18.9%
19 running yards and 1 touchdown for 8.7 fantasy points in Week 4.
Kenneth Gainwell is hardly a fantasy starter just yet, but he appears to be the Eagles’ second-string running back at the man. Given that Miles Sanders has missed several games in each of the past two seasons, Gainwell appears to be an excellent roster stash if you have place for him. Regardless of who is rushing behind the Eagles’ offensive line, production is likely.
Josh Reynolds, wide receiver, Lions
Josh Reynolds catches a touchdown pass versus the Seattle Seahawks.
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8% of ESPN fantasy players are on rosters.
Week 4 stats: 7 catches, 81 yards receiving, 1 touchdown = 21.1 fantasy points
The Detroit Lions are averaging more points per game than any other team in the NFL, and given the performance of their defense, they are likely to maintain this pace. In the past two weeks, Josh Reynolds has emerged as a crucial weapon for the Lions, catching 13 passes for 177 yards and a touchdown.
Jamal Agnew, WR, Jaguars of Jacksonville
Jamal Agnew battles against the Philadelphia Eagles for a touchdown.
0.1 percent of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Four receptions for 50 yards and two touchdowns for 21 fantasy points in week four.
Sunday was Jamal Agnew’s most productive game by far, and it’s obviously difficult to expect a player to score two touchdowns every week, but if you’re looking to add a bit of boom-or-bust potential to your roster, Agnew is a solid option, especially with a matchup against the Texans scheduled for next week.
Corey Davis, New York Jets receiver
Corey Davis is jubilant after scoring a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns.
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6.9 percent of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Week 4 stats: 5 catches, 74 receiving yards, and 1 touchdown = 18.4 fantasy points
The Jets’ offense has been more productive in fantasy than one might have anticipated prior to the season. Corey Davis has scored at least 13 fantasy points in three of his first four games, and with quarterback Zach Wilson back under center for New York, the Jets should be airing it out a bit more in the coming weeks.
George Pickens, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers
George Pickens prepares for a game against the New York Jets by warming up.
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37.7% of ESPN fantasy rosters contain players.
Six receptions and 102 receiving yards for a total of 16.2 fantasy points in Week 4.
Four of the six receptions that George Pickens had on Sunday occurred after the Steelers replaced Mitch Trubisky with Kenny Pickett at halftime. If Pittsburgh decides to stick with Pickett moving forward, Pickens’ fantasy worth might increase.
Mo Alie-Cox, Indianapolis Colts Tight End
Mo Alie-Cox rejoices following a reception against the Tennessee Titans.
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1.9% of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Week 4 stats: six receptions, eighty-five receiving yards, and two touchdowns — 26.5 fantasy points
Mo Alie-Cox had been relatively quiet during the first three weeks of the season, but he scored two touchdowns on Sunday. Next week, the Colts will travel to Denver to face a Broncos squad that has been very accommodating to fantasy tight ends so far this season.
Will Dissly, Seattle Seahawks Tight End
Will Dissly scores against the Detroit Lions on a touchdown reception.
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1.6% of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Four receptions, 39 receiving yards, and one touchdown for 13.9 fantasy points in Week 4.
Will Dissly has scored a touchdown in three of his four games played so far this season. As Geno Smith and the Seahawks offense continue to improve, he might find himself in the end zone a great deal more frequently.
Michael Gallup, Dallas Cowboys receiver
Michael Gallup is jubilant after scoring against the Washington Commanders.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 46.4%
Week 4 stats: 2 catches, 24 receiving yards, and 1 score for 10.4 fantasy points
Michael Gallup returned to the field for the first time this season on Sunday and quickly scored a touchdown for the Dallas Cowboys. Gallup is more talented than the majority of receivers you’ll find on the waiver wire at this time in the season, and with Dak Prescott due to return from injury in the coming weeks, Gallup has tremendous promise for the remainder of the season.
WR for the Indianapolis Colts, Alec Pierce
Alec Pierce lines up against the Houston Texans prior to the snap.
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7.6% of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Week 4 statistics: four receptions and eighty receiving yards for 12 fantasy points
Alec Pierce, a rookie wide receiver with the Colts, has seen his share of targets increase with each game he has played. While he has yet to score a touchdown this season, this could be an opportunity to get an emerging star before a breakout game makes him a fantasy hot commodity.
Philadelphia Eagles’s rushing defense
Fletcher Cox celebrates a fumble recovery against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 57.2%
Week 4 statistics: 1 interception, 4 fumble recoveries, 4 sacks, and 15 points allowed for 17 fantasy points.
The Philadelphia Eagles have been the best scoring defense in fantasy football for two consecutive weeks, yet they are only rostered in slightly more than half of ESPN leagues. This will likely change this week.
The Carolina Panthers stream defense
Against the Arizona Cardinals, Brian Burns forces a fumble.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 9.3%
1 touchdown, 1 interception, 1 sack, and 26 points against for 9 fantasy points in Week 4.
The Carolina Panthers offense has performed poorly on the field, but its defense has scored a touchdown in two consecutive games. Next week, they will face a San Francisco club that will be traveling on a short week from the West to the East. Regardless matter who has been playing quarterback, the 49ers offense hasn’t exactly looked terrific to begin with.
Streaming defense: Minnesota Vikings
Andy Dalton is sacked by the Minnesota Vikings during a game.
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20.8% of ESPN fantasy rostered players
Week 4 statistics: two fumble recoveries, two sacks, and 25 scores allowed against for six fantasy points.
The Minnesota Vikings’ fantasy defense has fluctuated during the 2018 season. Next week, however, they will face the Chicago Bears. Marking that one as a “up” week feels like a pretty safe bet.
Zach Wilson, quarterback for the New York Jets
Against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Zach Wilson looks to throw.
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ESPN fantasy roster percentage: 9.2%
Week 4 statistics: 252 passing yards, one touchdown, two interceptions, and 15 rushing yards for 18.8 fantasy points.
I do not believe Zach Wilson will win many NFL games in the near future, but he might be a valuable fantasy player. With Joe Flacco throwing to him, rookie receiver Garrett Wilson appeared to be a potential fantasy star, and the Jets offense should continue to improve.
Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh Steelers
Kenny Pickett is jubilant after scoring against the New York Jets.
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ESPN fantasy percentage rostered: 4%
120 throwing yards, three interceptions, 15 rushing yards, and two rushing touchdowns for 12.3 fantasy points in Week 4.
Mitch Trubisky was benched at halftime during the Steelers’ game against the Jets on Sunday and replaced by rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett. Even though Pickett probably isn’t superior than your current starter, the Steelers’ receiving corps is strong enough that he could end up putting up big numbers if he is allowed to throw the ball around a bit. If you have room on your team and participate in keeper or dynasty leagues, this is a wonderful moment to snag a potential future stud.