Additionally, Burrow loved targeting the slot at LSU, which is where Boyd sees most of his snaps. Main photo: Boyd’s first season of full-time fantasy relevance came in 2018. We break down what it means for fantasy football roster decisions. Get the latest fantasy news, stats, and injury updates for Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd from CBS Sports. Last minute fantasy football start/sit advice as inactives come in, Top value plays for Vikings vs. Seahawks NFL Showdown, NFL picks against the spread for every game in Week 5, Fantasy Baseball Picks: Top DraftKings MLB DFS Lineup Strategy for Rays vs. Astros Showdown on October 17, Fantasy football and betting primer for Week 6, How and what to watch for No. Melvin Gordon is on the Broncos final injury report with an illness for Week 6. Michael Fabiano and our team of high-stakes winners are here to help answer your waiver, trade and starting lineup questions in our Premium Football Chat. He finished as the WR17 in PPR with 76 receptions for 1,028 yards and seven touchdowns, but that doesn’t even tell the full story. All Rights Reserved. Start 'Em & Sit 'Em is the ultimate weekly look at the NFL matchups and how they'll affect your fantasy football team. I'd fade Jeudy this week. Parker saw a mere three targets in last week’s win over the 49ers, but he scored a touchdown and produced 13 fantasy points. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Members also get access to myself and our team of high-stakes winners all week long to answer your specific fantasy questions. Even if he repeats what he did last year, he’ll still be a value in fantasy drafts. No matter what happens, he should have a safe, reliable target share in this offense. Week 6 Start 'Em, Sit 'EmQUARTERBACKS | RUNNING BACKS | WIDE RECEIVERS | TIGHT ENDS | KICKERS | TEAM DEFENSES, MORE: Week 6 Rankings, Articles, Reports & Tools Hub, Byes: Chargers, Raiders, Saints, Seahawks. Brown vs. Texans (DraftKings: $5,600), Laviska Shenault vs. Lions (DraftKings: $5,200), Odell Beckham Jr. at Steelers (DraftKings: $6,400). That makes Boyd a solid play, despite the tough opponent. First-overall pick Joe Burrow is a safe bet to be a step up from Dalton and Finley. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. He has solidified his role as the WR1 in this offense and his target share provides him with a decent fantasy floor each Week. I doubt it, as the Ravens now have tape on Fulgham and will undoubtedly look to limit him. And despite the fact that they have an incredibly difficult game this week against the Ravens, there’s one receiver in particular here that’s earned a place in any lineup, regardless of the matchup. Safety is nice, but you want to balance it with some type of upside. After two 1000 yard seasons, people are finally recognizing this man’s talent, especially considering that this production comes from poor quarterback and offensive line play. McLaurin had a real stinker in last week’s loss to the Rams, putting up just three catches for 26 yards. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. As mentioned before, Boyd found a way to be the WR18 last year despite an atrocious quarterback situation. Fantasy superstars such as Patrick Mahomes and Alvin Kamara will not be featured in this column. The entire Bengals offense had a tough outing in Week 5, as they were stifled by the Baltimore defense, leaving little room for fantasy success. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. 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He will produce with or without Green and is one of the safest players at his ADP. However, Cincy is likely to be playing from behind, meaning more throwing. Green left the Week 5 game with a hamstring injury and is unlikely to play in Week 6. Boyd is coming off a fantasy stinker against the Ravens, catching four passes for 42 yards with no touchdowns. Boyd will likely be shadowed by Ravens' corner Marlon Humphrey on Sunday, even with A.J. Over the past two years, Boyd proved that he can be a reliable fantasy option with or without A.J. Shenault looks like a rising star in the Jaguars offense, and he’s a nice option against the Lions. The Bengals get a tough draw this week, so what should you do about their receivers? With Joe Burrow likely to be under pressure, Boyd could be in for a rough afternoon at Lucas Oil Stadium. Fuller should remain in lineups in all leagues this week, as the Texans head to Tennessee to face the Titans. section: | slug: bengals-tyler-boyd-leading-receiver-in-win | sport: football | route: article_single_fantasy | Michael Fabiano is an award-winning fantasy football analyst on Sports Illustrated and a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association (FSWA) Hall of Fame. This new injury not only makes Green unstartable in fantasy leagues for Week 6, but also makes him a possible drop candidate. Slayton was a start ‘em last week, and he rewarded fantasy fans with 129 yards and more than 20 points. at Even before his injury, Green’s production was limited, as his younger teammates have emerged as favored targets of Joe Burrow. By RotoWire Staff Oct 9, 2020 at 8:39 pm ET 1 min read Boyd will likely be shadowed by Ravens' corner Marlon Humphrey on … Tyler Boyd (football) Pour les articles homonymes, voir Tyler Boyd. The Patriots still have one of the toughest pass defenses in the league, and Denver's quarterback situation between Drew Lock, Jeff Driskel, and Brett Rypien is muddled at best. Consider Parker an attractive No. A.J. View expert consensus rankings for Tyler Boyd (Cincinnati Bengals), read the latest news and get detailed fantasy football statistics. After four weeks of play, a clear order is starting to emerge on the Cincinnati Bengals’ wide receiver depth chart. Learn how your comment data is processed. How and what to watch for No. Their defense has allowed nearly 43 fantasy points per game to wide receivers overall, including over 22 points to receivers lined out wide. If you have receiver depth, fading Slayton looks like a good move. He’s in a good spot to continue this trend against the Jets, who have surrendered an average of 130.4 yards, three touchdowns, and the eighth-most points to receivers lined out wide. Higgins is starting to emerge in this offensive game plan too, getting more looks in the red zone and catching 12 passes on 22 targets in his last three games. 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nfl/reg/free/stories. Start Tyler Boyd as a low-end WR2. © 2020 ABG-SI LLC. It's time to join the club! © 2004-2020 CBS Interactive. Tyler Boyd at Colts (DraftKings: $5,800) Michael Fabiano is an award-winning fantasy football analyst on Sports Illustrated and a member of the Fantasy … Week 6 start 'em and sit 'em recommendations for the wide receiver position from senior fantasy football expert Michael Fabiano. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Green from the lineup should only increase Higgins opportunity. Boyd has the stats to go with it too, with 320 yards and a touchdown so far this season. TE Hayden Hurst, Atlanta Falcons: A preseason sleeper, Hurst has seen plenty of targets, but has had difficulty converting them into receptions. Covering the impact of coronavirus on the sports world. He's also scored double-digit points in three straight games, and he’s now the top wideout in the Broncos passing attack. Washington has used McLaurin as a slot receiver 40 times over the last three games. The departure of A.J. Tyler Boyd has emerged as a star in the NFL. Start the Colorado alum. The former second-round pick finished his season with 90 receptions for 1,046 yards and five touchdowns on 148 targets, good for a WR18 finish in PPR leagues. He's now scored 15-plus points in all but one game. He has another tough matchup next on the slate, as the Bengals face a Colts defense that’s allowed just 179.6 net passing yards and 17.6 points per game. All Rights Reserved. After a mediocre first two seasons in the NFL where he averaged only 30 receptions and 400 yards, Tyler has had two straight 1000 yard seasons. Tyler Boyd has received five or more targets in each game this season and is averaging 14.9 points per game. Green should be avoided. There is a reason Jamison Crowder isn’t in the discussion here, after all. 14 Auburn vs. South Carolina. I’d continue to roll with the rookie, though, as a matchup against the Falcons is a good one. Boyd caught seven of eight targets for 90 yards and added a four-yard rush in Sunday's 33-25 win over the Jaguars. 6:06 pm ET, Bengals' Tyler Boyd: Tough corner matchup, Bengals' Tyler Boyd: Double-digit catches against Eagles, Bengals' Tyler Boyd: Paces pass catchers in Week 2 loss, Bengals' Tyler Boyd: Quiet performance in Week 1, Bengals' Tyler Boyd: Chemistry with Burrow solid. Humphrey covered Boyd well last season, holding him to a combined nine catches for 72 yards over two games. I’d keep the faith in the Ohio State product, though, as a far more attractive matchup against the Giants is next on the slate. Get instant advice on whether you should trade Mike Davis for Tyler Boyd in standard leagues. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | One year earlier, he was the WR12 with A.J. Indianapolis has also had 46 QB pressures, and the Bengals offensive line has allowed a league-high 22 sacks. 2 wideout in this AFC East tilt. The veteran has now scored in double digits in four straight games, including two with 16-plus points. The Colts are a tough match-up as mentioned above, but Boyd’s track record and solidified role in this offense qualify him to start as a low-end WR2 this week. At his best, Green is one of the most talented and dangerous receivers in the league and is capable of a top-three finish at the position. Green, More. Stick with McLaurin this weekend. Fantasy sports and betting advice, analysis, & picks | DraftKings Nation, Fantasy Baseball Picks: Top DraftKings MLB DFS Lineup Strategy for Rays vs. Astros Showdown on October 17, How to handle Melvin Gordon’s illness in Week 6 fantasy football, How to handle Noah Fant’s injury in Week 6 fantasy football, Fantasy football and betting primer for Week 6, How and what to watch for No. Boyd, meanwhile, makes his living in the slot and currently sits at WR31. Even before his injury, Green’s production was limited, as his younger teammates have emerged as favored targets of Joe Burrow.