James Conner was the overall leader of all fantasy players in week 9 of the fantasy football season. He scored 40 points and played extremely well. Lamar Jackson of Baltimore Ravens was the overall leader of the quarterbacks. In an overtime win against the Vikings, Lamar threw 2 touchdowns and ran for over 100 yards. In today’s review, we will take a look at the best performances in week 9. For the purpose of scoring PPR format has been used however standard leagues have more or less similar scoring ratios.
1. QUARTERBACK RANKINGS FOR WEEK 9 FANTASY FOOTBALL
Rank Name Team Points
1. Lamar Jackson BAL 32.64
2. Justin Herbert LAC 31.64
3. Matt Ryan ATL 28.52
4. Josh Johnson NYJ 25.48
5. Carson Wentz IND 24.18
Key Takeaways
Josh Johnson replaced Mike White and ended up with an amazing performance. It must be a lucky month for the Jets’ QBs after Mike White did even better in week 8. Other highlights include Carson Wentz who has been showing a consistent form. He scored 24.18 points. Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons played great as well. Justin Herbert and Lamar Jackson were the only QBs in week 8 who scored more than 30 points.
In week 10, there are no surprises because we are now at the point where past performances of the quarterbacks will be counted a lot. So, even though Mahomes and Allen didn’t make it to the top 10 still they are the most reliable QBs along with other tiers 1 QBs.
Quarterback Rankings For Week 10
1. Josh Allen BUF
2. Patrick Mahomes KC
3. Lamar Jackson BAL
4. Tom Brady TB
5. Justin Herbert DAL
2. RUNNING BACKS RANKINGS IN WEEK 9 FANTASY FOOTBALL (PPR)
Rank Name Team Points
1. James Conner ARI 40.3
2. Jonathan Taylor IND 34.0
3. Nick Chubb CLE 30.3
4. Joe Mixon CIN 28.0
5. Nyheim Hines IND 20.8
Takeaways After Week 9
James Conner has been playing really well. Selected as the Chase Edmonds’ backup, Conner’s performances in recent weeks have been praiseworthy. In the game against the 49ers, Conner exploded and rushed for 96 yards (his most in this season) while scoring 2 TDs. He also caught a TD through the air while receiving 5 catches for 77 yards. In other performances, Jonathan Taylor also did well. He is now considered in the top 3 in all formats of fantasy football. Nick Chubb was activated from IR and played great and it’s a shame that he will not be playing in week 10 due to COVID protocol.
In week 10 expect Jonathan Taylor to play well again. Delvin Cook has been in slight controversy lately, however, it shouldn’t impact his upcoming performance. But most fans are waiting for Christian McCaffrey to perform well. He has been really quiet. These are the ranking for upcoming week 10.
Week 10 Must Start RBs (PPR)
1. Jonathan Taylor IND
2. Delvin Cook MIN
3. Najee Harris PIT
4. Ezekiel Elliot DAL
5. Christian McCaffrey CAR
3. BEST WIDE RECEIVERS IN WEEK 9 (PPR)
Rank Name Team Points
1. Elijah Moore NYJ 27.4
2. DeVonta Smith PHI 22.6
3. Keenan Allen LAC 22.4
4. Olamide Zaccheaus ATL 20.8
5. Darnell Mooney CHI 20.6
5. Marquise Brown BAL 20.6
Takeaways
Week 9 belonged to the newcomers of the week. Most of the performances belonged to the wideouts who weren’t in the leaderboards before. Elijah Moore topped the wide receivers by scoring 27.4 points. DaVonta Smith of the Eagles scored 22.6 points while Olamida Zaccheaus, Darnell Mooney, and Marquis Brown scored just above 20 points.
In week 10 expect Tyreek Hill and Cooper Kupp to play well. Both of them should see lots of targets. Davante Adams will connect with Aaron Rodgers after Rodgers’ absence in week 9. However, weather conditions will be tough in Green Bay so expect a tough matchup.
Week 10 WR Rankings
1. Tyreek Hill KC
2. Cooper Kupp LAR
3. Davante Adams GB
4. A.J. Brown TEN
5. Stefon Diggs BUF
4. TIGHT ENDS IN WEEK 9 (PPR)
Rank Name Team Points
1. Pat Freiermuth PIT 21.3
2. George Kittle SF 20.1
3. Travis Kelce KC 17.8
4. Darren Waller LV 16.2
5. Cole Kmet CHI 14.7
Takeaways After Week 9
New TE from the Steelers was top of the board. Pat Freiermuth scored 21.3 points. George Kittle scored 20.1 points. It was a comeback game for the Kittle who remained out for half of the season and was activated from IR in week 9.
In week 10 the rankings aren’t changed much from the previous weeks as Kelece, Waller, and Andrews remain in the top 5.
WEEK 10 Starting TE Rankings (PPR)
1. Travis Kelce KC
2. Darren Waller LV
3. Mark Andrews BAL
4. T.J. Hockenson DET
5. George Kittle SF
5. PLACE KICKERS
Rank Name Team Points
1. Chris Boswell PIT 16.0
2. Brandon McManus DEN 13.0
3. Matt Gay LAR 12.0
4. Chase McLaughlin CLE 11.0
4. Matthew Wright JAC 11.0
4. Graham Gano NYG 11.0
Key Takeaways After Week 9
Three place-kickers ended up scoring similar points. Chase McLaughlin, Matthew Wright, and Graham Gano all scored 11 points. It was a good game for Matthew Wright who scored all points from his entire offense.
Week 10 Must Start Place Kickers
1. Justin Tucker BAL
2. Tyler Bass BUF
3. Matt Gay LAR
4. Harrison Butker KC
5. Nick Folk NE
6. DSTs
Rank Team Name Points
1. New England Patriots 20.0
2. Cleveland Browns 18.0
3. Jacksonville Jaguars 17.0
3. Miami Dolphins 17.0
5. Tennessee Titans 16.0
Takeaways
New England Patriots have been showing steady performance through the weeks. They have had some tough matchups but they made most of it by showing great at defense by the following week. Cleveland Browns and Tennessee Titans also have been displaying some good defensive plays.
In week 10 Bills will be playing against the Jets and that’s why they are in the top 10. Other DSTs include Steelers, Cardinals, Colts, and Buccaneers.
Best Defense Teams Rankings For Week 10 DSTs
1. Buffalo Bills
2. Pittsburgh Steelers
3. Arizona Cardinals
4. Indianapolis Colts
5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
By Giovanni Maggio
