Fantasy Football Start/Sit: Christian Kirk, Jahmyr Gibbs, Jaylen Warren

If fantasy football were easy, we’d all be 3-0 and pretending we’re masterminds who saw everything coming. Instead, most of us are staring at our benches, wondering why we started the guy with three targets instead of the one who went off for 120 yards. That’s where the Featured Pros step in. They’ve done the homework (and spared you the regret) with their Week 4 Sleepers and Duds list, so you can feel smart without actually having to be psychic.

Fantasy Football Week 4 Start/Sit Advice: Sleepers & Duds

Sleepers

Which player outside of the top 100 in the FantasyPros flex rankings is a good sleeper start, and why do you think he has upside this week?

Christian Kirk (WR – HOU)

“Christian Kirk, wide receiver for the Houston Texans, is a compelling fantasy football sleeper option for Week 4. After missing the first two games due to a hamstring injury, he returned in Week 3 and played 67% of the offensive snaps. During that game, he was targeted eight times, second only to Nico Collins, and caught three passes for 25 yards. Kirk faces the Tennessee Titans in Week 4. The Titans’ defense has struggled against the pass, allowing significant yardage to opposing wide receivers. This presents a favorable matchup for Kirk to further establish himself as a key contributor in the Texans’ passing game. Given his involvement in the offense and the favorable matchup, Christian Kirk is a solid sleeper pick for fantasy managers looking to capitalize on emerging opportunities.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)

Duds

Which player inside the top 40 in the FantasyPros flex rankings is likely to disappoint fantasy managers this week?

Jahmyr Gibbs (RB – DET)

“Jahmyr Gibbs plays a Cleveland defense that has held Chase Brown to 2.0 yards per carry, Derrick Henry to 2.1 and Josh Jacobs to 1.9. Cleveland leads the NFL, allowing only 57.3 rushing yards per game. Gibbs should still see his usual work through the air, but if he doesn’t score a touchdown, which is always a risk due to David Montgomery, he could underperform at his RB6 ranking. For DFS purposes, it’s probably a good week to fade Gibbs, especially after his two-touchdown performance on primetime Monday night. ”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)

Jaylen Warren (RB – PIT)

“There is a strong case that Jaylen Warren could underperform in Week 4. He faces a difficult Vikings defense, which is elite at shutting down opposing running backs. His efficiency metrics are underwhelming, with limited big-play upside. He doesn’t hold a clear workhorse role and is ranked low among Week 4 backs. The Vikings’ defense is ranked the fifth-toughest versus running backs this week per matchup-adjusted fantasy points allowed metrics. Warren faces one of the most difficult running back matchups in Week 4. If you have alternate backs with better efficiency or friendlier matchups, benching Warren this week appears prudent. If starting him, temper expectations, as he’s more of a Flex option than reliable RB2 material for this week.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)