Fantasy Football Player Notes

Allen is THE WR1 in fantasy. He is in the top ten in the NFL in Target share, TPRR, receptions, receiving yards, and YAC. Allen is also 13th in red zone targets and fifth in YPRR. The common misconception around Allen is that he can't beat man coverage, and that's simply wrong. Allen ranks eighth in YPRR, fourth in Target share (36.7%), and fourth in TPRR against man coverage. Allen will run about 63% of his routes against Nate Hobbs (75% catch rate and 104.4 passer rating). Week 4 Positional Value: WR1

This season against man coverage, Palmer has played well in a small sample. Against man, he has a 21.1% Target share, a 19.0% first-read share, and 2.19 YPRR. His overall numbers are more saddening, with a 10.7% Target share, 1.04 YPRR, and a 12.6% first read share. This week's matchup against the man coverage-hungry Raiders could allow him to post back-to-back solid games. Week 4 Positional Value: WR3/4

Johnston looks to take over as a full-time starter for the Chargers this week with the loss of Mike Williams to a season-ending injury. In his final season in college, Johnston ranked 20th in YPRR and 28th in yards per reception against man coverage (among 274 qualifying wide receivers). In most cases, Johnston is a stash and must-sit this week until we see what his role looks like, but he has flashed the ability in college to defeat man coverage. If you are pressed in a deep league or dynasty format, there are worse players that you could shove into your starting lineup. Week 4 Positional Value: Must-sit