The RB injury chaos
Real talk: Week 4 is looking like a total minefield. We are dealing with major losses at running back, with De'Von Achane, Breece Hall, and Travis Etienne all looking like they’ll be sidelined. While Achane is unfortunately out for the season, the others are expected to miss at least this week. It’s giving high-stress vibes for your fantasy squad, but we’ve got the pivots.
Waiver wire wins and lineup locks
If you need a fill-in, Braelon Allen is the top waiver add right now. He’s projected for 19 touches against the Bears, making him a solid play. If you need a flex, keep an eye on Gordon, though his upside is limited by a struggling offense. Meanwhile, the Cardinals are finally letting Love cook; he dropped 21.9 points last week and is a must-start against a beat-up Giants defense. Aaron Jones is also looking like a league-winner, projecting as a top 10 back this week—if he’s on someone’s bench, try to trade for him immediately.
QBs and pass-catchers to watch
Tyler Shough is somehow projected as QB2 this week—yes, it sounds wild, but the volume is there. If you’re looking at tight ends, Higbee is the biggest riser with several Rams targets expected to miss time. On the flip side, keep expectations low for McConkey, who seems to be struggling with health, and stay away from Nabers until the Giants’ offense shows some actual life. It's a rough week for Maye, who is leading the league in interceptions, so look for literally anyone else at QB.
Why it matters
Fantasy season is all about adapting to the unexpected. With three star RBs down, how you handle these replacement spots this week could be the difference between a W and an L in your matchup.
