As we do after each week of NFL action, let’s take a look at the Week 9 performers who had productive games but weren’t owned by many fantasy football players.
Every week, one quarterback, two running backs, two wide receivers, and one tight end will be highlighted. In order to be eligible for inclusion, the player must have been owned in less than 25 percent of ESPN fantasy football leagues.
Quarterback - Ryan Fitzpatrick, Dolphins (288 passing yards, 3 passing touchdowns, 2 rushing yards)
Starting the last three games for Miami, Fitzpatrick has accounted for multiple touchdowns in each of the last three games. His three touchdown throws were his most since he threw for four in Week 9 of last season.
Dolphins QB Ryan Fitzpatrick sets NFL record in 26-18 win over Jets https://t.co/efJqZNvjO8
— The Dolphins Wire (@thedolphinswire) November 5, 2019
Running back - J.D. McKissic, Lions (32 rushing yards, 3 receptions, 40 receiving yards, 1 receiving touchdown)
With Kerryon Johnson (and Tra Carson) both recently placed on IR, there has been a much greater opportunity for McKissic to make an impact. His 26-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter on Sunday was his first time reaching the end zone this season.
CLUTCH‼️ @JdMckissic Finds the Endzone for the @Lions to tie it up‼️#NFLRedWolves X #WolvesUp
— Arkansas State Football (@AStateFB) November 4, 2019
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Running back - Ryquell Armstead, Jaguars (5 receptions, 65 receiving yards)
Despite not receiving a carry, Armstead finds the way on the list due to his work as a pass-catcher. A fifth-round pick in 2019, he entered Week 9 with just two catches in eight games.
The Pride of NJ Ryquell Armstead with a nice play, helping Minshew as a last-minute outlet.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) November 3, 2019
Wide receiver - Preston Williams, Dolphins (5 receptions, 72 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns)
Williams entered Sunday with just one touchdown catch on the year, but Week 9 also marked the seventh time in eight games that he finished with at least three receptions. Unfortunately, he won’t have the opportunity to be on this list again, as per NBC Sports, he will now miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury.
A win and a tough loss: Positives from win over Jets tempered some by the loss of Preston Williams. My column. https://t.co/lDwzH0bPPf
— Andy Cohen (@ACohenFins) November 5, 2019
Wide receiver - Zach Pascal, Colts (5 receptions, 76 receiving yards, 1 receiving touchdown)
For the second time in three weeks, Pascal is included on this list. On Sunday, he capitalized with T.Y. Hilton out and is likely to be one of the most-added players prior to Week 10.
My Week 10 Waiver Wire column - Ronald Jones, DeVante Parker, Zach Pascal, Derrius Guice, Kalen Ballage, Dallas Goedert, Noah Fant, Bilal Powell, and Josh Reynolds are among 50-plus players mentioned as possible targets this week. (Will update after MNF) https://t.co/0bDAXOKeFG pic.twitter.com/dtQxs2z6wJ
— Justin Boone (@justinboone) November 5, 2019
Tight end - Noah Fant, Broncos (3 receptions, 115 receiving yards, 1 receiving touchdown)
Fant, a first-round pick in 2019, easily surpassed his previous season-high of 37 receiving yards with one catch. In the second quarter on Sunday, he broke a few tackles after a reception and took it the distance for a 75-yard score.
🎥 TAKEAWAYS FROM WEEK 9 GAME FILM 🎥@bobbyfantasypro has scoured the game tape from Week 9 and has come away with a handful of fantasy-relevant takeaways – including Noah Fant as the No. 2 receiver in Denver:https://t.co/s7JqJbmPhs
— FantasyPros (@FantasyPros) November 5, 2019