Fantasy Football Week 10 Lineup Advice - Start/Sit

The weeks keep flying and the fantasy season is in full crunch time. If your squad has been teetering on the brink of missing the playoffs but is still alive, the is a massive week to get things done.

With six teams on the bye, we found more than adequate replacements off the wire and have put together a group of players that should fare well this week. Follow us and we’ll get you those wins to keep the season alive.    

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START - GET THEM IN YOUR LINEUP

Quarterbacks:

Kyler Murray (ARZ)

In a week full up with players on the bye, the Cardinals Kyler Murray us the perfect fill in quarterback. If you’ve been holding him on your roster for this week in particular, get ready for it to pay off. The Cards have been moving in the right direction and Arizona has a tasty matchup verse the Buccaneers. Granted the Bucs have a sound run defense, Murray should be forced to throw early and often. We like the potential this week.   

Jameis Winston (TB)

Coincidently, the quarterback playing across from Kyler Murray should too have another sound showing. Jameis Winston has again lifted his level of play and will again find his way to be a must start in week 10. Showcasing the arm talent while not making many mistakes last week, the potential for high end statistics is real once again.  

Running Backs:

David Montgomery (CHI)

Much like last week, we are all in on the Bears rookie to have another sound fantasy performance. We have been saying to secure the services of David Montgomery (via trade) for weeks now, and it’s all coming to light. The schedule in terms of matchup is extremely favorable and will carry your club to green pastures. Facing the Lions who struggle on the best days verse the run, Monty will again be a welcome sight.

Marlon Mack (IND)

This is perhaps the no-brainer of the week start, but still being inclined to show who the best starts are in week 10, Marlon Mack has a glorious opportunity. Facing the Dolphins who haven’t looked horrible these past couple weeks, Mack will be leaned upon with Jacoby Brissett being ruled out. Even if Brian Hoyer plays solid, Mack will have a very large role.

Damien Williams (KC)

Back from the fantasy dog house, the Chiefs Damien Williams could again be used a great deal this week. LeSean McCoy and his ball security issues has again lifted the talents of Williams to have another solid day. Facing the Titans who continue to lose players on the defensive side, we should see the lion’s share of work coming to this running back. There is a risk here, but should pay off.  

Wide Receivers:

Zach Pascal (IND)

Simply because of circumstance, Zach Pascal is a player to start in week 10 with target share preparing to be plentiful. With TY Hilton ruled out for this matchup, and the Fins not having any viable defensive backs to lock down receivers for a full 60 minutes, Pascal will be called upon a lot and will again deliver. Outside of the fear double teams could be the staple, we still love the matchup.

Robert Woods (LAR)

Coming off the bye week in hopes to regain that killer instinct, the Rams will be without Brandin Cooks and will lean upon Robert Woods once again. While we see a transition in this offense to feature Cooper Kupp more often, this will be the day Woods gets back to good graces. Most surprising is that Woods is yet to find the endzone in 2019, this will be the day he finds pay dirt.

Golden Tate (NYG)

When Golden Tate signed on with the Giants in free agency, we absolutely loved the potential and will preach it hard this week. Facing the Jets in a battle of New York, Tate will again be the feature piece in the pass game without Sterling Shepard and potentially Evan Engram to injury. PPR points will again be the constant, but perhaps we see Tate find the endzone. 

Tight-Ends:

Jason Witten (DAL)

While the tight end position continues to be a giant nightmare for most, Jason Witten has again found the fortitude to be relevant in this Cowboys offense. When the Boys require a third down conversion or to pull the defense from one side, Witten has been very reliable. Facing the Vikings on Sunday Night should bring with it another good PPR day. 

SIT - LEAVE THEM ON THE BENCH

   

Quarterbacks:

Baker Mayfield (CLE)

As the Browns continue to drop contests, Backer Mayfield appears to have lost all confidence in the process. His inaccuracy has been a huge surprise this season as he clearly has taken a step back. Facing the Bills stout pass defense, we can see another difficult outing here. Stay away from Mayfield until things get better.

Mason Rudolph (PIT)

While bye weeks do pose a problem on who to play in many positions, the play of the Steelers Mason Rudolph isn’t recommended in week 10. Facing the Rams coming off the bye week, there is no question a solid game plan is on the docket from the Rams defense. Pittsburgh will be without James Conner again, which isn’t a great sign for this pass attack.

Running Backs:

Devonta Freeman (ATL)

While we understand this is more of a cautionary sit rather than a must bench. The Saints defense is an extremely solid group that will make it devastatingly difficult for Freeman to get loose. With Matt Ryan back and ready to suit up after missing the previous contest, check downs and dump offs should at least save his overall day. It will be tough sledding for Freeman in week 10. 

Frank Gore (BUF)

With the emergence of the Bills rookie Devin Singletary, Frank Gore has already taken a backseat and will continue. Playing the role of providing a breather for his teammate, Gore’s fantasy value is plummeting each week. Buffalo has seen enough to provide their rookie more touches. Move on from Gore this week even on a heavy bye. 

Kalen Ballage (MIA)

The Dolphins have lost Mark Walton to suspension leaving the backfield in shambles, well, even more. Kalen Ballage had hopes to be a producer in the past, but hasn’t been able to muster anything of value. Granted the volume in touches may be on his side this week, we feel the coaching staff will have a short leash on him. Not worth the risk unless you have no choice. 

Wide Receivers:

Allen Robinson (CHI)

At this point, how can anyone trust the pass game from the Chicago Bears? Allen Robinson has done a splendid job this season with subpar passing from Mitchell Trubisky, but this week we don’t like the odds. Even though the Lions give up sound numbers through the air, the risk radar is far too large. Robinson could get lucky and find the endzone, but we aren’t willing to chance this either.  

Tyler Boyd (CIN)

As the Bengals move ahead without Andy Dalton as their starting quarterback, they have placed the ball in the hands of Ryan Finley to see what he can do. At the expense of all the players on this team, this pass attack should be in for a very difficult contest. The Ravens are proving to be a top contender in the AFC, and leaving a young quarterback to produce surly won’t transpire. Boyd will be a massive letdown.  

Corey Davis (TEN)

Jumping back on the Corey Davis band wagon a couple weeks ago, we are once again jumping right off. Even with Ryan Tannehill placed as the team’s starting quarterback and lifting the perspectives, Davis continues to underwhelm. We can’t say anything positive and will stay away for the long haul. His teammate AJ Brown is the player to own. Keep Davis riding the pine.    

Tight-Ends:

Jimmy Graham (GB)

While we admit, we have still placed optimism on the Packers Jimmy Graham to be a player in this offense, we can no longer place trust his way. Anything in the form of targets and production is truly a dart throw each week, and starting him on your roster should only be done in complete desperation. His good days are clearly behind him.  

POTENTIAL BIG DAY – ALL ABOUT THE RISK/REWARD

Quarterbacks:

Ryan Fitzpatrick (MIA)

Nothing like Ryan Fitz-magic to again find his way onto the field. The Miami Dolphins have tried their best to compete as of late, and Fitzpatrick has been the key. Having displaced the Jets while putting up nearly 30-fantasy points a week prior, the potential for Fitzpatrick to gain 20-plus is very real on the Colts. If you are desperate for a passer this week, welcome back Fitz-magic.   

Jimmy Garoppolo (SF)

The 49ers are the leagues last unbeaten club and will be put to the test when they face the Seahawks on Monday Night. Jimmy Garoppolo had something of a coming out party last week throwing four touchdowns and looking polished in the process. Facing Russell Wilson should bring great entertainment and we could see another special night. Potential is very high once again.  

Running Backs:

Mark Ingram (BAL)

Our goal rests to find players that will produce the most each and every week. While Mark Ingram has become a staple in the fantasy community, this week has our mouth watering. Facing the Bengals and their dysfunction should be an easy task, and leading the charge will be Ingram. With news that Lamar Jackson is dealing with a cold or flu type symptoms, we should witness more emphasis on Ingram carrying the load.  

Devin Singletary (BUF)

Finally, the time has come to see the Bills impressive rookie running back Devin Singletary take the lead. Having dominated the touches last week, he proved to be ready for more. The Bills have an interesting matchup against the struggling Browns which could bring with it sound achievements. Buffalo should ride the run game and Singletary could be a big play on Sunday. 

Tevin Coleman (SF)

Following up his fabulous four touchdown performance with something of a dud last week, the 49ers will again look to Tevin Coleman to be that feature back. Playing the Seahawks in a very important divisional contest, Coleman and Matt Breida should have a very strong role. We like the odds of another sound day here.

Wide Receivers:

Jarvis Landry (CLE)

With the Bills defense showing great ability on the backend, one may wonder why we feel Jarvis Landry could be in for a big day. Simply put, the Bills will key in on stopping Odell Beckham Jr from wreaking havoc with extra attention, leaving Landry to be the go-to target. There is good potential that the Browns take advantage of sluggish Bills run defense first, and use the play action to Landry to gain traction. There is a level of risk here, but the reward could be sound.

Christian Kirk (ARZ)

We thought coming into the season that Larry Fitzgerald would again dominate the target share, and while it has been up and down, Christian Kirk is starting to gain traction. This week is a glorious opportunity for Kirk to showcase his abilities and we feel he could have a very strong day. If there was any better time for Coach Kingsbury to involve Kirk, now is the time. 

Marquise Brown (BAL)

Truly, we have been up and down on the Ravens Marquise Brown this season, but this should be the matchup where he brings points in bunches. While we completely expect a full blown run attack for most of the contest, Brown will get at least a few deep shot attempts with the potential of finding the endzone. His play has been something of a risk, but the start could pay off this week. 

Tight Ends:

Gerald Everett (LAR) 

Much like our evaluation for Robert Woods, finding new ways to move the ball effectively will be paramount in this contest for the Rams. While Gerald Everett will always be a hit-or-miss start in fantasy, this could be the week he is more involved with Brandin Cooks sidelined. If you’re stuck at tight end like most of us are, Everett has a good shot at production.