Week 4 Fantasy Football Player Rankings Tiers for start/sit lineup advice arrive with plenty of storylines shaping fantasy lineups. Injuries to CeeDee Lamb and James Conner shake up depth charts, while Tre Tucker’s WR1 explosion shows how quickly new ceilings can emerge. Also, the connection between Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze continues to shine, much to fantasy managers’ delight.
Looking for lineup reinforcements? Check out the Week 4 Waiver Wire and Week 4 IDP Waiver Wire.
Quarterbacks | Start/Sit Tiers for Week 4 Rankings
Week 4 Quarterback Start/Sit Tiers (Quick-Guide)
Use these QB tiers to settle lineup disputes and finalize fantasy football decisions:
| Tier | Team | Player | Opponent | Team Points | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BAL | Lamar Jackson | @ KC | 25.5 | AVG |
| 1 | BUF | Josh Allen | vs NO | 31.0 | LOW |
| 1 | PHI | Jalen Hurts | @ TB | 24.0 | LOW |
| 2 | WAS | Jayden Daniels | @ ATL | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 2 | KC | Patrick Mahomes | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 2 | LAC | Justin Herbert | @ NYG | 25.5 | LOW |
| 2 | CHI | Caleb Williams | @ LV | 23.0 | LOW |
| 2 | NE | Drake Maye | vs CAR | 24.0 | AVG |
| 2 | NYJ | Justin Fields | @ MIA | 21.0 | AVG |
| 2 | IND | Daniel Jones | @ LAR | 22.5 | HIGH |
| 3 | DEN | Bo Nix | vs CIN | 26.0 | LOW |
| 3 | GB | Jordan Love | @ DAL | 27.5 | LOW |
| 3 | SF | Brock Purdy | vs JAX | 25.0 | LOW |
| 3 | DAL | Dak Prescott | vs GB | 21.0 | HIGH |
| 3 | TB | Baker Mayfield | vs PHI | 21.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | DET | Jared Goff | vs CLE | 27.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | LV | Geno Smith | vs CHI | 24.5 | LOW |
| 4 | MIA | Tua Tagovailoa | vs NYJ | 23.5 | AVG |
| 4 | CIN | Jake Browning | @ DEN | 18.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | LAR | Matthew Stafford | vs IND | 26.0 | AVG |
| 4 | JAX | Trevor Lawrence | @ SF | 20.5 | HIGH |
| 5 | PIT | Aaron Rodgers | vs MIN | 20.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | CAR | Bryce Young | @ NE | 19.5 | LOW |
| 5 | NYG | Jaxson Dart | vs LAC | 20.0 | AVG |
| 6 | HOU | C.J. Stroud | vs TEN | 23.0 | LOW |
| 6 | ATL | Michael Penix Jr. | vs WAS | 21.5 | LOW |
| 6 | MIN | Carson Wentz | @ PIT | 21.5 | AVG |
| 6 | NO | Spencer Rattler | @ BUF | 16.5 | HIGH |
| 6 | CLE | Joe Flacco | @ DET | 18.5 | AVG |
| 6 | TEN | Cam Ward | @ HOU | 16.5 | AVG |
Tier 1 | Elite Week 4 Quarterbacks
Lamar Jackson | Baltimore Ravens
No panic if you roster Lamar Jackson, but the Chiefs defense has been stingy, allowing under 200 yards per game. Still, Lamar remains the QB1 overall, leading the league with 9 passing TDs, 1 rushing score, and 118 rushing yards to boot.
Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills
Josh Allen is hanging onto QB2 overall, stacking 869 total yards and 7 touchdowns through three weeks. As usual, he’s beating defenses with both his arm and his legs.
Jalen Hurts | Philadelphia Eagles
Week 3’s QB1 finish vaulted Jalen Hurts to QB5 on the season. He threw for 226 yards and 3 TDs while adding another on the ground, his league-leading 4th rushing score. Tampa Bay’s 6th-ranked run defense should force Hurts to lean more on his arm in Week 4.
Tier 2 | Week 4 QB1 Options with Some Risk
Patrick Mahomes | Kansas City Chiefs
After rushing 13 times for 123 yards and 2 TDs through the first two weeks, Patrick Mahomes fell to just 5 carries for 2 yards in Week 3. The rushing floor is nice, but what really stands out is his league-high deep pass rate (13.3%). If the drops (8.6%) get cleaned up and Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice return soon, the path is clear for elite Mahomes down the stretch.
Justin Herbert | Los Angeles Chargers
Sitting at QB7, Justin Herbert leads the NFL in passing yards (860) with a 6:1 TD-to-INT ratio. The Giants have been one of the league’s worst pass defenses, setting Herbert up to exploit them in Week 4.
Caleb Williams | Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams jumped to QB3 after tossing 4 TDs against Dallas, just shy of 300 yards. Now he gets a Raiders defense in the bottom third against the pass, a perfect setup to keep building his confidence.
Drake Maye | New England Patriots
Up to QB6 overall, Drake Maye is starting to hit stride. Carolina’s defense has been stingy (under 200 passing yards allowed, just 2 TDs), but Maye’s dual-threat ability gives him the tools to crack them.
Justin Fields | New York Jets
Two weeks, the full Justin Fields experience. Week 1: QB2 overall with three total TDs and 70%+ completions. Week 2: zero TDs and a 27% completion rate. Volatile? Absolutely. But the rushing floor and explosive ceiling keep him firmly in the weekly QB1 conversation.
Daniel Jones | Indianapolis Colts
Yes, your QB4 overall is Daniel Jones. He’s piled up 816 passing yards, a 71% completion rate, and 6 total TDs while elevating his weapons like rookie Tyler Warren, and bringing Michael Pittman back into relevance.
Tier 3 | Week 4 Streaming-Level Quarterbacks
Start of the Week | Bo Nix | Denver Broncos
It’s been a rough start for Bo Nix, averaging just 178 passing yards per game with 71 rushing yards total, leaving him as QB20 through three weeks. Enter Cincinnati, a defense that just allowed Carson Wentz to walk in cold and post QB13 numbers in less than four quarters. With the Bengals ranking 25th against the pass, this is the get-right game Nix needs to return to QB1 territory.
Sit of the Week | Dak Prescott | Dallas Cowboys
Dak Prescott has one good game and two bad ones so far, and now he’ll be without one of the NFL’s top wideouts for the foreseeable future. In Week 4, he faces a fired-up Green Bay defense coming off a loss to Cleveland. His 800 passing yards look less impressive when paired with minimal rushing upside, shaky TD totals, and turnovers.
Jordan Love | Green Bay Packers
On the flip side, Jordan Love draws the league’s worst passing defense. Despite ranking QB14 overall, he’s done it on just 88 dropbacks, one of the lowest among starters. With 8.5 yards per attempt and 5 TDs on limited volume, efficiency has carried him, and the matchup sets him up for more.
Brock Purdy | San Francisco 49ers
After missing two weeks with turf toe, Brock Purdy is on track for returning. He threw for 277 yards, 2 TDs, and 2 INTs in his lone outing, but the injury could limit the rushing.
Baker Mayfield | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Baker Mayfield is averaging just over 200 yards and 2 TDs per game, sitting at QB9 overall. But losing Mike Evans is a big blow, not only for highlight catches but for the way he opens up the defense for others. Facing Philadelphia’s 11th-ranked pass defense, Mayfield’s early-season magic could be slowed.
Looking for advanced data on defenses and matchups? Check out our Week 4 Full Slate Advanced Stats Start/Sit Preview.
Tier 4 | Week 4 Quarterbacks with Average Risk
Jared Goff | Detroit Lions
Jared Goff sits at QB10 on the season, but that’s come with two QB20+ finishes around his QB1 blowup in Week 2 when he threw 5 TDs at home. Now he faces Cleveland’s No. 1 defense, and while Goff thrives in the dome, expectations should be tempered.
Geno Smith | Las Vegas Raiders
Geno Smith is a strong streaming option against Chicago’s ailing defense. He’s QB11 on the year after a 3-TD Week 3 performance, and the Bears set up another high-scoring opportunity.
Tua Tagovailoa | Miami Dolphins
Coming in at QB21, Tua Tagovailoa is averaging under 200 passing yards per game with no rushing upside. The Jets’ defense has been middle of the pack, but Miami’s offense ranks just 23rd overall, it’s been ugly.
Jake Browning | Cincinnati Bengals
After a brutal showing against Minnesota, it’s hard to project much better for Jake Browning in Denver. He’s willing to sling it, which gives him spike-week potential, but his turnover issues are killing both his fantasy floor and his long-term hold on the job.
Matthew Stafford | Los Angeles Rams
Matthew Stafford hosts the surprising 3-0 Colts, who are winning behind the league’s 7th-ranked defense. Vegas projects this as one of the week’s highest-scoring games (along with BAL/KC), but I’m less bullish on a big Stafford game.
Trevor Lawrence | Jacksonville Jaguars
Once labeled a generational talent, Trevor Lawrence has been barely average. He’s QB22 entering Week 4, not running, suffering from WR drops, and only Joe Flacco, Jake Browning, and J.J. McCarthy have a lower QBR. San Francisco losing Nick Bosa helps, but their 4th-ranked defense will still be a problem.
Tier 5 | Quarterbacks with Low Ceilings for Week 4
Jaxson Dart | New York Giants
The Jaxson Dart era hits New York, and the buzz is real. After an eye-popping preseason that showcased his playmaking, the rookie gets Malik Nabers as an elite WR1 and Cam Skattebo to take some heat off. Expect rookie volatility, but the tools and supporting cast give him real fantasy juice, now we find out if he’s got the chops for glory
Bryce Young | Carolina Panthers
In three weeks, Bryce Young has one strong outing and two clunkers under 10 ppg. New England looks like a soft matchup against the pass, but that’s mostly because their No. 2-ranked run defense forces teams to throw. Expect volume, but little efficiency.
Aaron Rodgers | Pittsburgh Steelers
After Week 1, Aaron Rodgers sat as QB7 with 4 TDs in a comeback against the Jets, sparking talk that he was “back.” Since then, he’s QB27, averaging just 12.5 ppg. Minnesota’s 3rd-ranked pass defense won’t make this week any easier.
Tier 6 | Desperate Week 4 Starting Quarterbacks
C.J. Stroud isn’t startable at just 12.4 ppg. Only three starting QBs have been worse, and they’re all sitting in this same tier: Michael Penix Jr., Joe Flacco, and Cam Ward.
Quarterback | Running Back | Wide Receiver | Tight End
Running Backs | Start/Sit Tiers for Week 4 Rankings
Week 4 Running Back Start/Sit Tiers (Quick-Guide)
The Running Back Tiers for Week 4 Fantasy Football:
| Tier | Team | Player | Opponent | Team Points | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SF | Christian McCaffrey | vs JAX | 25.0 | AVG |
| 1 | DET | Jahmyr Gibbs | vs CLE | 27.0 | AVG |
| 1 | IND | Jonathan Taylor | @ LAR | 22.5 | AVG |
| 1 | ATL | Bijan Robinson | vs WAS | 21.5 | AVG |
| 2 | BUF | James Cook | vs NO | 31.0 | AVG |
| 2 | PHI | Saquon Barkley | @ TB | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 2 | MIA | De’Von Achane | vs NYJ | 23.5 | LOW |
| 2 | GB | Josh Jacobs | @ DAL | 27.5 | LOW |
| 2 | BAL | Derrick Henry | @ KC | 25.5 | HIGH |
| 2 | TB | Bucky Irving | vs PHI | 21.5 | AVG |
| 3 | LAR | Kyren Williams | vs IND | 26.0 | HIGH |
| 3 | MIN | Jordan Mason | @ PIT | 21.5 | LOW |
| 3 | JAX | Travis Etienne | @ SF | 20.5 | AVG |
| 3 | LAC | Omarion Hampton | @ NYG | 25.5 | LOW |
| 3 | CAR | Chuba Hubbard | @ NE | 19.5 | HIGH |
| 3 | NO | Alvin Kamara | @ BUF | 16.5 | LOW |
| 3 | NYJ | Breece Hall | @ MIA | 21.0 | LOW |
| 3 | DEN | J.K. Dobbins | vs CIN | 26.0 | LOW |
| 4 | CLE | Quinshon Judkins | @ DET | 18.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | LV | Ashton Jeanty | vs CHI | 24.5 | LOW |
| 4 | NE | TreVeyon Henderson | vs CAR | 24.0 | LOW |
| 4 | DAL | Javonte Williams | vs GB | 21.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | TEN | Tony Pollard | @ HOU | 16.5 | AVG |
| 4 | PIT | Jaylen Warren | vs MIN | 20.0 | LOW |
| 4 | CIN | Chase Brown | @ DEN | 18.5 | AVG |
| 4 | CHI | D’Andre Swift | @ LV | 23.0 | AVG |
| 4 | DET | David Montgomery | vs CLE | 27.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | NYG | Cam Skattebo | vs LAC | 20.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | HOU | Nick Chubb | vs TEN | 23.0 | LOW |
| 5 | JAX | Bhayshul Tuten | @ SF | 20.5 | AVG |
| 5 | ATL | Tyler Allgeier | vs WAS | 21.5 | AVG |
| 5 | WAS | Jacory Croskey-Merritt | @ ATL | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | KC | Isiah Pacheco | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 5 | MIA | Ollie Gordon | vs NYJ | 23.5 | LOW |
| 5 | SF | Brian Robinson | vs JAX | 25.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | PIT | Kenneth Gainwell | vs MIN | 20.0 | LOW |
| 5 | KC | Kareem Hunt | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 5 | NE | Rhamondre Stevenson | vs CAR | 24.0 | LOW |
| 6 | WAS | Chris Rodriguez | @ ATL | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 6 | DEN | RJ Harvey | vs CIN | 26.0 | LOW |
| 6 | NYJ | Braelon Allen | @ MIA | 21.0 | LOW |
| 6 | LAR | Blake Corum | vs IND | 26.0 | HIGH |
| 6 | HOU | Woody Marks | vs TEN | 23.0 | LOW |
| 6 | CLE | Dylan Sampson | @ DET | 18.5 | HIGH |
| 6 | TB | Rachaad White | vs PHI | 21.5 | AVG |
| 6 | DAL | Miles Sanders | vs GB | 21.0 | HIGH |
| 6 | CHI | Kyle Monangai | @ LV | 23.0 | AVG |
| 6 | CLE | Jerome Ford | @ DET | 18.5 | HIGH |
| 6 | CIN | Tahj Brooks | @ DEN | 18.5 | AVG |
| 6 | KC | Brashard Smith | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
Tier 1 | Week 4 Elite Running Backs
All four of these running backs are averaging 20+ fantasy points per game. Christian McCaffrey sits at RB2 despite only 176 rushing yards and one receiving TD—his 31 targets and 213 receiving yards are carrying the load. Jonathan Taylor is dominating on the ground with 338 rushing yards, over 50 more than the next closest back. Jahmyr Gibbs has been average between the tackles, but 18 catches and 3 scores give him elite ceiling potential. And then there’s Bijan Robinson, top five in rushing yards and trailing only McCaffrey in receiving yards
Tier 2 | Easy Week 4 Running Back Start Decisions
James Cook | Buffalo Bills
James Cook is RB3 overall, powered by the league’s second-most rushing yards and 4 TDs. His 65% snap share in Week 3 and 76% of team RB carries this season show Buffalo is treating him like a true workhorse, and he’s delivering.
Saquon Barkley | Philadelphia Eagles
The tush push is capping Saquon Barkley’s ceiling. He has just 2 rushing TDs compared to Hurts’ 4, and only 233 scrimmage yards, well off last year’s pace. Sitting at RB13, he now draws Tampa Bay’s 7th-ranked rush defense, not the matchup you want when searching for a bounce-back.
De’Von Achane | Miami Dolphins
A raw line of 147 scoreless rushing yards wouldn’t scream RB6 overall, unless you’re De’Von Achane, who’s added 18 catches for 141 yards and 2 TDs. In an unimaginative offense and with a QB willing to check down endlessly, his heavy receiving role keeps him locked in as a difference-maker.
Josh Jacobs | Green Bay Packers
Josh Jacobs has yet to deliver an RB1 week, producing 180 yards and 2 TDs on the ground while leaning on 9 Week 3 targets to salvage his totals. The volume is there, but the efficiency has been lacking.
Derrick Henry | Baltimore Ravens
Does Derrick Henry have a fumbling problem? Three fumbles in three games, in critical moments, are concerning. The rushing production is still there (242 bruising yards and 3 TDs), but with only two targets on the year, his floor craters when the carries aren’t piling up.
Bucky Irving | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Bucky Irving is locked in as the RB10 on the season, catching all 14 targets for 91 yards and a TD while handling over three-quarters of the snaps and carries. Forget RBBC, this is his backfield now.
Tier 3 | Week 4 Upside Running Back Starts
Start of the Week | Omarion Hampton | Los Angeles Chargers
With Najee Harris lost for the year, Omarion Hampton steps into a featured role. He finished Week 3 as RB4, fueled by 70 rushing yards, 6 catches, and a TD. Against the Giants, the rookie gets another chance to showcase his pedigree.
Kyren Williams | Los Angeles Rams
With 261 scrimmage yards and 2 TDs, Kyren Williams sits at RB16. Blake Corum is mixing in more, but Williams is still commanding nearly 75% of snaps and carries. Until that number dips, he remains a backend RB1.
Jordan Mason | Minnesota Vikings
After tearing apart Cincinnati, Jordan Mason now faces a defense that looks good on paper but has been porous against the run. Expect him to volume his way to another RB1 week.
Travis Etienne | Jacksonville Jaguars
Travis Etienne ranks 3rd in the NFL in rushing yards and has added 31 receiving yards with a score. Sitting at RB9, his workload stays strong against a 49ers defense now missing Nick Bosa.
Chuba Hubbard | Carolina Panthers
Another RB1 propped up by receiving work, Chuba Hubbard has just 10 catches for 74 yards and 2 TDs. New England’s stout run defense will make those targets critical for another strong fantasy day.
Alvin Kamara | New Orleans Saints
Alvin Kamara has totaled 233 scrimmage yards and a score, but only 10 targets on one of the league’s lowest-scoring offenses. For him to climb back into RB1 territory, that passing volume has to increase.
Breece Hall | New York Jets
In Week 1, Breece Hall looked like his old self with 21 touches for 145 yards. Across the last two weeks, though, he’s managed just 90 yards on 25 touches with no TDs. Miami’s 28th-ranked run defense gives him a chance to rebound.
J.K. Dobbins | Denver Broncos
Commanding over 70% of snaps and dominating touches in Week 3, J.K. Dobbins is firmly established as Denver’s feature back. A soft Cincinnati defense should open the door for another strong outing.
Tier 4 | Strong Floor Running Backs with Risk in Week 4
Sit of the Week | Chase Brown | Cincinnati Bengals
The collapse of Cincinnati’s offense has dragged Chase Brown down with it. He wasn’t producing before Joe Burrow’sinjury, and things only look worse. A trip to Denver won’t make it easier to get on track.
Quinshon Judkins | Cleveland Browns
Quinshon Judkins has been electric since taking the field, breaking tackles with ease and flashing explosive playmaking. He’ll continue to build on his RB11 debut, though Detroit’s defense presents a real Week 4 challenge.
Ashton Jeanty | Las Vegas Raiders
No one expected Ashton Jeanty to open as RB33, and 144 yards on 3.0 YPC with no TDs isn’t cutting it. The bright spot—12 forced missed tackles—suggests production could spike if his offensive line starts creating lanes.
TreVeyon Henderson | New England Patriots
Expectations haven’t been met for TreVeyon Henderson, who has just 65 rushing yards on 19 carries, though he’s been efficient catching all 11 of his targets for 73 yards. With Rhamondre Stevenson fumbling twice, the door is open for Henderson to seize a bigger role.
Javonte Williams | Dallas Cowboys
One of the biggest surprises of 2025, Javonte Williams looks all the way back, sitting as RB7 with 227 rushing yards, 3 TDs, and 14 targets already. Green Bay is a tough matchup, but those dump-offs and easy receptions keep his floor rock solid.
Tony Pollard | Tennessee Titans
Tony Pollard posted an RB15 finish in Week 3, fueled by a TD and 4 targets. But Houston’s defense will be locked in on him as both teams look to avoid an 0-4 start.
Jaylen Warren | Pittsburgh Steelers
With 11 catches for 142 yards and a score, Jaylen Warren is just outside RB1 range at RB14. If his rushing efficiency ever catches up to his receiving production, he’ll be climbing even higher.
David Montgomery | Detroit Lions
David Montgomery reminded us of his upside with 151 yards and 2 TDs on just 12 carries for an RB2 finish. Week 4 brings Cleveland’s stout defense, meaning a regression closer to RB2/3 territory is more realistic.
Cam Skattebo | New York Giants
Before Tyrone Tracy’s injury, Cam Skattebo looked like the spark, racking up 60 rushing yards, a TD, and 6 receptions for 59 yards. That dual-threat usage is RB1 material if Jaxson Dart can keep the offense moving consistently.
Tier 5 | Volatile Week 4 Running Backs
Nick Chubb | Houston Texans
Nick Chubb is handling 66% of Houston’s carries, and that kind of volume against a soft Tennessee defense gives him solid fantasy value this week.
The Backup RBs
Bhayshul Tuten, Tyler Allgeier, and Ollie Gordon are each hovering around 40% of team rush attempts and creeping up in usage. If the starter ahead of them goes down, all three would instantly step into every-week starter territory.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt | Washington Commanders
The hype around Jacory Croskey-Merritt may have peaked after Chris Rodriguez out-touched him and Jeremy McNichols out-gained him in Week 3. He sits at RB32, just one spot ahead of Ashton Jeanty.
Kansas City RBBC
In three games, Kareem Hunt has 23 carries and Isiah Pacheco has 25, with each grabbing 4 receptions. Until one claims a larger share, both are TD-dependent dart throws in this backfield committee.
Tier 6 | Week 4 Running Backs with High Risk
Quarterback | Running Back | Wide Receiver | Tight End
Wide Receivers | Start/Sit Tiers for Week 4 Rankings
Week 4 Wide Receiver Start/Sit Tiers (Quick-Guide)
These Wide Receiver Tiers will help with Week 4 Start/Sit decisions:
| Tier | Team | Player | Opponent | Team Points | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LAR | Puka Nacua | vs IND | 26.0 | AVG |
| 1 | CIN | Ja’Marr Chase | @ DEN | 18.5 | AVG |
| 1 | MIN | Justin Jefferson | @ PIT | 21.5 | AVG |
| 2 | DET | Amon-Ra St. Brown | vs CLE | 27.0 | AVG |
| 2 | NYG | Malik Nabers | vs LAC | 20.0 | HIGH |
| 2 | CHI | Rome Odunze | @ LV | 23.0 | LOW |
| 3 | HOU | Nico Collins | vs TEN | 23.0 | LOW |
| 3 | NYJ | Garrett Wilson | @ MIA | 21.0 | LOW |
| 3 | PHI | A.J. Brown | @ TB | 24.0 | AVG |
| 3 | BAL | Zay Flowers | @ KC | 25.5 | HIGH |
| 3 | ATL | Drake London | vs WAS | 21.5 | LOW |
| 3 | CAR | Tetairoa McMillan | @ NE | 19.5 | LOW |
| 3 | LV | Jakobi Meyers | vs CHI | 21.5 | LOW |
| 3 | DAL | George Pickens | vs GB | 21.0 | HIGH |
| 3 | SF | Ricky Pearsall | vs JAX | 25.0 | AVG |
| 4 | TB | Emeka Egbuka | vs PHI | 25.5 | AVG |
| 4 | LAR | Davante Adams | vs IND | 26.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | LAC | Ladd McConkey | @ NYG | 24.5 | LOW |
| 4 | IND | Michael Pittman Jr. | @ LAR | 22.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | CHI | D.J. Moore | @ LV | 23.0 | LOW |
| 4 | JAX | Brian Thomas Jr. | @ SF | 20.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | WAS | Deebo Samuel | @ ATL | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | PIT | D.K. Metcalf | vs MIN | 20.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | MIA | Tyreek Hill | vs NYJ | 23.5 | AVG |
| 5 | MIA | Jaylen Waddle | vs NYJ | 23.5 | AVG |
| 5 | DEN | Courtland Sutton | vs CIN | 26.0 | LOW |
| 5 | DET | Jameson Williams | vs CLE | 27.0 | HIGH |
| 5 | NO | Chris Olave | @ BUF | 16.5 | AVG |
| 5 | LAC | Keenan Allen | @ NYG | 25.5 | LOW |
| 5 | KC | Xavier Worthy | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 5 | PHI | DeVonta Smith | @ TB | 24.0 | AVG |
| 5 | CLE | Jerry Jeudy | @ DET | 18.5 | AVG |
| 5 | MIN | Jordan Addison | @ PIT | 21.5 | LOW |
| 5 | CIN | Tee Higgins | @ DEN | 18.5 | AVG |
| 6 | SF | Jauan Jennings | vs JAX | 25.0 | AVG |
| 6 | TEN | Calvin Ridley | @ HOU | 16.5 | AVG |
| 6 | ATL | Darnell Mooney | vs WAS | 21.5 | LOW |
| 6 | KC | Marquise Brown | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 6 | LAC | Quentin Johnston | @ NYG | 25.5 | LOW |
| 6 | DEN | Troy Franklin | vs CIN | 26.0 | LOW |
| 6 | LV | Tre Tucker | vs CHI | 24.5 | LOW |
| 6 | CLE | Cedric Tillman | @ DET | 18.5 | AVG |
| 6 | GB | Romeo Doubs | @ DAL | 27.5 | LOW |
| 6 | JAX | Travis Hunter | @ SF | 20.5 | HIGH |
| 7 | KC | Tyquan Thornton | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 7 | BUF | Keon Coleman | vs NO | 31.0 | AVG |
| 7 | BUF | Khalil Shakir | vs NO | 31.0 | AVG |
| 7 | BUF | Joshua Palmer | vs NO | 31.0 | AVG |
| 7 | TEN | Elic Ayomanor | @ HOU | 16.5 | AVG |
| 7 | IND | Josh Downs | @ LAR | 22.5 | HIGH |
| 7 | NE | Kayshon Boutte | vs CAR | 24.0 | AVG |
| 7 | NE | Stefon Diggs | vs CAR | 24.0 | AVG |
| 7 | GB | Matthew Golden | @ DAL | 27.5 | LOW |
Tier 1 | Elite Wide Receivers for Week 4
Puka Nacua | Los Angeles Rams
The WR1 overall through three weeks, Puka Nacua has done it all without scoring a receiving TD. He leads the league in catches and yards, averaging double-digit targets per game while hauling in over 80% of them.
Ja’Marr Chase | Cincinnati Bengals
One monster week sandwiched between two duds has Ja’Marr Chase opening at WR11. Denver’s defense won’t make things easier unless Jake Browning finds some rhythm.
Justin Jefferson | Minnesota Vikings
Justin Jefferson is averaging just 12.8 ppg, sitting at WR31 through two weeks. Poor QB play is a major factor, with only 75% of his targets deemed catchable. A matchup against Pittsburgh offers a chance to get back on track.
Tier 2 | Must-Start Week 4 Wide Receivers
Amon-Ra St. Brown | Detroit Lions
Amon-Ra St. Brown sits at WR2 overall with 16 catches on 19 targets for 192 yards and 4 TDs. Even against a tough Cleveland defense, his volume and red-zone role make him a locked-in stud.
Malik Nabers | New York Giants
With Jaxson Dart expected to make his first start, Malik Nabers should be force-fed targets. The Chargers bring a top-10 pass defense, but Nabers’ talent ensures a safe floor and a weekly WR1 ceiling.
Rome Odunze | Chicago Bears
The WR3 on the season, Rome Odunze is outshining last year’s hyped class. He owns elite usage with a 42% air-yard share and 27% target share. With Caleb Williams, he’ll look to keep rolling in Week 4 against Las Vegas.
Tier 3 | Week 4 Wide Receivers with Upside
Start of the Week | Jakobi Meyers | Las Vegas Raiders
Running a route on nearly every dropback, Meyers has piled up 17 catches for 228 scoreless yards. A projected shootout in Chicago is a prime spot for fantasy deliciousness. After Tre Tucker stole the spotlight last week, expect a course correction with Meyers reclaiming target dominance for Geno Smith. Start as a high-end WR2 with WR1 spike upside.
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
To start the year, Nico Collins and A.J. Brown were ghosting fantasy lineups, leaving managers panicking. Then Week 3 flipped the script with WR6 and WR7 finishes. Both still carry week-to-week volatility, but favorable matchups could keep their ceilings intact.
Garrett Wilson | New York Jets
No drop-off moving from Justin Fields to Tyrod Taylor, and now with Fields expected back from a concussion, Garrett Wilson should see even more hyper-targeting. He’s WR7 with nearly a 50% air-yard share and 34% target share.
Zay Flowers | Baltimore Ravens
Zay Flowers finally cooled off after an absurd early-season target share, seeing just 3 looks in Week 3. Still, he’s running routes on over 90% of drop backs, so the volume and big games will return.
Chris Olave | New Orleans Saints
Barely averaging 10 ppg, Chris Olave managers are still waiting for the breakout. He owns a 24% target share but has yet to score, averaging just over 50 yards per game for WR56. Better days are coming, especially against Washington’s 23rd-ranked pass defense.
Tetairoa McMillan | Carolina Panthers
Tetairoa McMillan is stuck in the same boat, 22% target share, a deep 11.1 aDOT, and 216 yards, but no TDs yet. He hasn’t cracked WR2 range, but it’s only a matter of time before touchdowns push him higher.
George Pickens | Dallas Cowboys
With CeeDee Lamb sidelined, George Pickens steps into the WR1 role. He’s been steady, if unspectacular, but 2 TDs have kept him at WR22. Expect Dak Prescott to force targets to Pickens and Jake Ferguson in Week 4.
Ricky Pearsall | San Francisco 49ers
Ricky Pearsall sits 3rd in the NFL in air yards, turning 24 targets into 16 catches for 281 yards and a WR17 start. If the touchdowns come, WR1 finishes will follow.
Tier 4 | Wide Receivers with High Ceilings Week 4
Sit of the Week | D.K. Metcalf | Pittsburgh Steelers
The usage hasn’t matched the offseason hype—D.K. Metcalf is under a 20% target share with 10 catches for 135 yards and 2 TDs. Unless the connection sharpens, he’s more flex than locked-in WR2. Minnesota has shut down the last 2 star WRs in Drake London (6.9 fantasy points in week 2) and Ja’Marr Chase (9.9 fantasy points in week 3).
Emeka Egbuka | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The rookie sits at WR10 through three weeks, already outpacing Mike Evans. With Chris Godwin returning, though not fully healthy, Emeka Egbuka’s role remains strong. He’s at just 14 catches for 181 yards, but opportunity isn’t going away yet, even if targets tighten once this WR room is whole.
Davante Adams | Los Angeles Rams
Even with Puka Nacua opposite him, Davante Adams owns a 29.2% target share. A 46% catch rate has held him back from WR1 territory, but 2 TDs are keeping his fantasy line afloat.
Ladd McConkey | Los Angeles Chargers
In a crowded WR room, Ladd McConkey is third in both targets and yards, averaging just over 10 ppg. With Keenan Allen and Quentin Johnston dominating the scoring, Week 4 against the Giants could provide another chance, but consistency remains in question.
D.J. Moore | Chicago Bears
D.J. Moore is WR52 and hovering just above 10 ppg. Rome Odunze is firmly the WR1, while Olamide Zaccheaus and now Luther Burden eat into Moore’s share, leaving him stuck as a flex option.
Michael Pittman Jr. | Indianapolis Colts
Michael Pittman Jr. is rejuvenated under “Indiana Jones,” sitting at WR12 with 193 yards, 2 scores, and a 15.3 ppg average on 19 targets.
Brian Thomas Jr. | Jacksonville Jaguars
Just 7 catches on 24 targets is alarming for Brian Thomas Jr. Some of it falls on Trevor Lawrence’s 67% catchable rate, but 3 drops are his alone. San Francisco is the wrong defense to fix things against.
Deebo Samuel | Washington Commanders
Deebo Samuel opened strong but cratered in Week 3 with just 2 catches for 11 yards. Still, his 23% target share and schemed carries keep him locked as the Commanders’ top option.
Tier 5 | Week 4 Second Wide Receiver Options and Strong Flex
Miami Dolphins WRs | Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle
Both Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle sit just inside WR2 range, averaging over 13 ppg. Their routes are nearly identical, but Hill leads in targets while Waddle has the TD edge (2 to 1). Both remain weekly plays, though each carries a shallow floor in this inconsistent offense.
Courtland Sutton | Denver Broncos
Courtland Sutton is off to a hot start, ranking WR17 with 13 catches, 185 yards, and 2 TDs. He owns a 30% first-read rate, and as the Denver offense settles in, Sutton should only benefit further.
Jameson Williams | Detroit Lions
A true boom-or-bust option, Jameson Williams has one big game sandwiched between two duds. Regardless of matchup, he always has the potential to post a WR1 week, or completely sink you with a WR4 finish.
Chris Olave | New Orleans Saints
No wideout has more targets than Chris Olave (36), but just 23 catches for 165 scoreless yards have him at WR24 (13.2 ppg). With only 77% of his targets catchable, efficiency has been the issue. If that improves, the breakout is waiting.
Los Angeles Chargers WRs | Keenan Allen & Quentin Johnston
Keenan Allen (WR6) and Quentin Johnston (WR8) are thriving as the biggest beneficiaries of the Chargers’ increased passing volume, while Ladd McConkey has taken the hit. Expect more fireworks against the Giants in Week 4.
Xavier Worthy | Kansas City Chiefs
Fresh off the injury report, Xavier Worthy returns to the Chiefs lineup looking to assert himself as their WR1. He draws a tough matchup against Baltimore, but the opportunity is wide open.
Second Looks | DeVonta Smith, Jordan Addison & Tee Higgins
This trio of WR2s each comes with questions. DeVonta Smith could see elevated volume against Tampa Bay’s defense. Jordan Addison returns from suspension as Minnesota continues to search for offensive balance. Tee Higgins has the toughest road, tied to a backup QB and facing Denver’s defense.
Tier 6 | Week 4 Wide Receivers with Risk
Calvin Ridley | Tennessee Titans
We’re still waiting on Calvin Ridley to show up, averaging just 6.4 ppg through three weeks. Meanwhile, Elic Ayomanor is carving out a steadier role, threatening to eat further into Ridley’s opportunity.
Darnell Mooney | Atlanta Falcons
Darnell Mooney saw 11 targets in Week 3 but turned them into just 4 catches for 44 yards. With only 66% of his targets deemed catchable, he’ll need to maximize efficiency if he wants to stay fantasy relevant.
Marquise Brown | Kansas City Chiefs
In what should be a high-scoring game against Baltimore, Marquise Brown enters trending down, 16 targets in Week 1, just 11 combined since. With Xavier Worthy set to return, don’t expect his volume to rebound.
Tre Tucker | Las Vegas Raiders
Tre Tucker exploded with 8 catches, 145 yards, and 3 TDs to finish as the WR1 overall in Week 3. That level of production isn’t sustainable, but the ceiling is real, even as the team’s third option.
Romeo Doubs | Green Bay Packers
Romeo Doubs technically leads Green Bay’s WRs in fantasy production, but it’s a weak 8.4 ppg (WR56). A potential shootout with Dallas gives him a chance to finally deliver a strong outing.
Travis Hunter | Jacksonville Jaguars
Until Travis Hunter dedicates himself fully to offense, he’s tough to start in fantasy. He’s an average WR option at best while splitting time, and recent defensive-heavy usage is discouraging.
Tier 7 | Desperate Week 4 Wide Receiver Options
Buffalo Bills WRs
This room is tough to trust. Keon Coleman has the highest ceiling, but his targets have dipped over the last two weeks. Khalil Shakir offers the safer floor, while Joshua Palmer quietly holds breakout potential with nearly a 25% air-yard share. Altogether, this is a group I’m happy to avoid.
New England Patriots WRs
Hunter Henry is clearly Drake Maye’s top option, but the WR2 spot is up for grabs weekly. Stefon Diggs has 15 targets for 112 empty yards, while Kayshon Boutte has turned his 12 targets into 147 yards and a TD. For now, Boutte looks like the more impactful playmaker.
Quarterback | Running Back | Wide Receiver | Tight End
Tight Ends | Week 4 Start/Sit Rankings
Week 4 Tight End Start/Sit Tiers (Quick-Guide)
Below are the Tight End Start/Sit Tiers for Week 4:
| Tier | Team | Player | Opponent | Projected Team Points | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LV | Brock Bowers | vs CHI | 24.5 | LOW |
| 2 | IND | Tyler Warren | @ LAR | 22.5 | AVG |
| 2 | GB | Tucker Kraft | @ DAL | 27.5 | AVG |
| 2 | NO | Juwan Johnson | @ BUF | 16.5 | HIGH |
| 2 | DAL | Jake Ferguson | vs GB | 21.0 | LOW |
| 2 | NE | Hunter Henry | vs CAR | 24.0 | LOW |
| 2 | DET | Sam LaPorta | vs CLE | 27.0 | AVG |
| 2 | ATL | Kyle Pitts | vs WAS | 21.5 | LOW |
| 3 | BUF | Dalton Kincaid | vs NO | 31.0 | AVG |
| 3 | WAS | Zach Ertz | @ ATL | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 3 | BAL | Mark Andrews | @ KC | 25.5 | HIGH |
| 3 | MIN | T.J. Hockenson | @ PIT | 21.5 | LOW |
| 3 | KC | Travis Kelce | vs BAL | 23.0 | LOW |
| 3 | CLE | Harold Fannin Jr. | @ DET | 18.5 | LOW |
| 3 | CLE | David Njoku | @ DET | 18.5 | LOW |
| 3 | PHI | Dallas Goedert | @ TB | 24.0 | HIGH |
| 3 | CHI | Cole Kmet | @ LV | 23.0 | HIGH |
| 4 | JAX | Brenton Strange | @ SF | 20.5 | AVG |
| 4 | PIT | Jonnu Smith | vs MIN | 20.0 | AVG |
| 4 | LAC | Oronde Gadsden II | @ NYG | 25.5 | LOW |
| 4 | CIN | Noah Fant | @ DEN | 18.5 | AVG |
| 4 | HOU | Dalton Schultz | vs TEN | 23.0 | AVG |
| 4 | NYJ | Mason Taylor | @ MIA | 21.0 | LOW |
| 4 | TB | Cade Otton | vs PHI | 21.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | TEN | Chigoziem Okonkwo | @ HOU | 16.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | CAR | Ja’Tavion Sanders | @ NE | 19.5 | HIGH |
| 4 | NYG | Theo Johnson | vs LAC | 20.0 | HIGH |
Tier 1 | Brock Bowers Alone In Week 4
Brock Bowers | Las Vegas Raiders
Brock Bowers stands alone in this top tier this week. There’s a slight concern that his injury may have been downplayed, with just 9 catches for 76 yards across the last two weeks. Still, a matchup with Chicago gives the sophomore tight end a strong chance to bounce back.
Tier 2 | Week 3 Elite Tight End Start Decisions
Start of the Week | Jake Ferguson | Dallas Cowboys
The NFL’s leader in TE targets and receptions, Jake Ferguson is firmly entrenched as the TE1 in Dallas. With CeeDee Lamb sidelined for weeks, Ferguson should remain a featured option and strong fantasy play.
Tyler Warren | Indianapolis Colts
Tyler Warren has 21 targets, 14 catches, and 193 yards, while running routes on 80% of dropbacks and even getting carries. With Daniel Jones soaring, Warren is a locked-in every-week starter.
Tucker Kraft | Green Bay Packers
Sitting at TE5, Tucker Kraft draws another high-scoring matchup. He’s already posted 11 catches for 169 yards and 2 TDs, and the usage continues to back up his top-tier ranking.
Tier 3 | Tight End Easy Week 4 Start Decisions
Juwan Johnson | New Orleans Saints
Second on the team with a 23% target share, Juwan Johnson has 19 catches for 176 yards and a TD. His alignment all over the formation makes him one of the more valuable tight ends in fantasy.
Hunter Henry | New England Patriots
Drake Maye loves Hunter Henry, targeting him on over 20% of attempts and looking for him in the red zone. That trust gives Henry a safe floor every week.
Sam LaPorta | Detroit Lions
Still a key piece of Detroit’s passing attack, Sam LaPorta trails Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs in target share. The usage caps his ceiling, but his weekly involvement keeps him in TE1 territory.
Kyle Pitts | Atlanta Falcons
This is the most involved Kyle Pitts has looked since his rookie year, over 100 routes, 15 catches, and 135 yards, with plenty of slot and wide alignments. The role and activity level suggest his breakout may finally be here.
Tier 4 | Week 4 Tight Ends with Risk
Dalton Kincaid | Buffalo Bills
Grabbing a 16% target share, Dalton Kincaid is second on the Bills with 13 catches for 151 yards and 2 TDs. For the first time in 2025, the TE6 also out-snapped Dawson Knox, a trend worth watching.
Zach Ertz | Washington Commanders
Zach Ertz keeps proving reliable, hauling in 12 passes for 128 yards and 2 TDs, good for TE7 on the season.
Mark Andrews | Baltimore Ravens
After two weeks of irrelevance, Mark Andrews reminded us why he’s dangerous, finishing as TE1 in Week 3. Even against a solid Kansas City defense, he remains a wildcard who can take over any game.
T.J. Hockenson | Minnesota Vikings
The biggest disappointment of the TE group so far, T.J. Hockenson showed signs of life with Carson Wentz under center in Week 3. Whether that momentum sticks remains to be seen.
Travis Kelce | Kansas City Chiefs
Under 10 ppg isn’t disastrous, but it’s not the production fantasy managers expect from Travis Kelce. He’s third on the team in targets, and with Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice returning, his share won’t likely increase.
Cleveland Tight Ends | David Njoku & Harold Fannin Jr.
For the first time in 2025, David Njoku surpassed Harold Fannin Jr., leading the team with 7 targets, 5 catches, and 40 yards. While not a fantasy-relevant line, it highlights the inconsistency in Cleveland’s passing game.
Tier 5 | Week 4 Tight End Options for 2 TE Leagues
Cole Kmet | Chicago Bears
With Colston Loveland sidelined in practice, Cole Kmet could see a window of relevance in Week 4.
Oronde Gadsden II | Los Angeles Chargers
Oronde Gadsden II is shaping up as an intriguing stash. Even Jim Harbaugh singled him out with praise, and after seeing 7 targets in Week 3, he’s clearly climbing the trust ladder in this offense.
Mason Taylor | New York Jets
Another rookie on the rise, Mason Taylor drew 6 targets in Week 3, second on the team behind only Garrett Wilson. His involvement is growing, making him a name to watch in deeper leagues.
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Q: How should I use the Week 4 fantasy football player rankings tiers for my flex spot decisions?
A: Tiers let you compare players across positions. A Tier 2 RB is generally safer than a Tier 3 WR, but advanced stats and matchups should guide your final call.
Q: What’s the best way to combine rankings tiers with advanced stats for lineup edges?
A: Use the Week 4 Full Slate Advanced Stats Preview alongside tiers to spot efficiency trends and defensive matchups.
Q: Why are tiers better than straight rankings for start/sit decisions?
A: Tiers highlight groups of players with similar value, giving you flexibility. That’s especially useful for flex plays when weighing upside vs. floor.
Q: Is Bo Nix a safe streaming quarterback for Week 4?
A: Yes, Bo Nix draws Cincinnati’s 25th-ranked pass defense, making him a strong “start of the week” QB option.
Q: Which mid-tier RBs are best to start in Week 4 fantasy football?
A: Omarion Hampton, Kyren Williams, and Jordan Mason all carry strong workloads and upside this week.
Q: Can George Pickens be trusted as the Cowboys WR1 with CeeDee Lamb out?
A: Yes, George Pickens should see elevated volume, but his ceiling depends on Dak Prescott’s consistency.
Q: Is Jake Ferguson a must-start tight end in Week 4?
A: With CeeDee Lamb sidelined, Jake Ferguson’s target share spikes, making him one of the safest TE plays.
Q: Which WR2/Flex plays stand out for Week 4?
A: Rome Odunze, Jakobi Meyers, and Ricky Pearsall all have strong usage profiles and favorable matchups.
