Fantasy football managers face key decisions at quarterback for Week 9 as Caleb Williams' production has dipped since returning from a hamstring injury, while several streaming options emerge on the waiver wire.
Numbers to Know
Tyler Shough is averaging 39 pass attempts per game, keeping him in the top-12 conversation. The Broncos are allowing 14.8 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks not named Patrick Mahomes. Baker Mayfield has thrown just 14 passes in his last two games combined. Malik Willis has a 14.8% off-target rate, the worst among qualified starters. Jordan Love has had 23 passes dropped this season, the most in the league. Bo Nix is averaging 5.4 air yards per attempt, the lowest in the NFL. Jacoby Brissett leads all quarterbacks with 59 red-zone pass attempts.
Waiver Wire Targets
J.J. McCarthy (Giants) is rostered in 24% of leagues and averaged 10.1 yards per attempt on his first 49 passes. Despite a tough matchup against the Eagles, he is the preferred streamer if a waiver-wire quarterback must be started. Bo Nix (Broncos) is rostered in 61% of leagues and has thrown two touchdowns in each of his last two games, but has only one game with over 222 passing yards this season. Geno Smith (Jets) scored 22 fantasy points in Week 8 and could be a stash candidate for Week 10 against the Bills, though his Week 9 matchup against the Chiefs is difficult.
DFS Plays
Jared Goff (Lions) projects as a top DFS play against the Dolphins, who have allowed three straight quarterbacks to score at least 25 fantasy points. Detroit is a 7-point favorite with a 50.5 over/under. Tyler Shough (Saints) offers contrarian appeal with high volume against a Browns defense that struggles against the run but has been strong against the pass.
Projections
Full Week 9 fantasy projections for every position are available and will be updated throughout the week.
