Michael Fabiano provides essential insights for Fantasy Football Week 11, focusing on wide receiver matchups that could significantly impact fantasy lineups. This column emphasizes players who may either exceed or fall short of expectations, rather than the elite stars like Josh Allen or Ja”Marr Chase.
As we dive into the Week 11 rankings, Fab”s Top 10 Fantasy Wide Receivers highlight:
- Ja”Marr Chase at Steelers
- Puka Nacua vs. Seahawks
- CeeDee Lamb at Raiders (Monday)
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba at Rams
- Amon-Ra St. Brown at Eagles
- Rashee Rice at Broncos
- Drake London vs. Panthers
- Emeka Egbuka at Bills
- Jaylen Waddle vs. Commanders (Madrid)
- Justin Jefferson vs. Bears
Byes this week include the Colts and Saints.
Week 11 Start “Em: Wide Receivers
Jaylen Waddle will face the Commanders in Madrid at 9:30 AM ET on NFL Network. Waddle has been in excellent form over the last three weeks, accumulating a total of 54.5 fantasy points. The Commanders” defense has allowed 12 wide receivers to score over 12 points this season, making this matchup promising for Waddle.
George Pickens is another strong start against the Raiders on Monday at 8:15 PM ET on ESPN. He has consistently scored over 12 points in recent games, even with a decrease in targets since the return of CeeDee Lamb. The Raiders have allowed nine receivers to cross the 14-point mark this season.
DK Metcalf, previously advised as a sit, should remain active against the Bengals at 1 PM ET on CBS. Despite scoring low in recent weeks, the game”s high total of 49.5 on DraftKings indicates a potential for higher scoring, and the Bengals have permitted nine wideouts to score over 13 points.
Other recommended starts include Romeo Doubs at the Giants, who face a weak secondary, and Quentin Johnston against the Jaguars, who have been generous to perimeter receivers.
Week 11 Sit “Em: Wide Receivers
On the flip side, Courtland Sutton should be benched against the Chiefs at 4:25 PM ET on CBS. Sutton has struggled to reach double digits in fantasy points over his last three games and faces a Chiefs defense that has stifled perimeter receivers.
Xavier Worthy has also seen a decline in his fantasy production, failing to surpass 10.3 points since Rashee Rice”s return. This week, he faces a tough matchup against the Broncos, who lead the league in limiting points to opposing wide receivers.
Tetairoa McMillan faces a challenging matchup against A.J. Terrell and the Falcons. Earlier this season, McMillan struggled against them, managing only three receptions and 7.8 fantasy points.
Deebo Samuel Sr. is another player to consider sitting, as he encounters a tough Dolphins defense that has allowed the fewest points to wide receivers. Lastly, Jordan Addison and Jakobi Meyers are also on the sit list due to their recent performances and matchups.
As the fantasy landscape continues to evolve, make sure to keep an eye on these wide receiver matchups for optimal lineup decisions this week.
