Week 4 Wide Receiver Preview: Does Jameson Williams Finally Score?
Top Fantasy WRs for Week 4
Let's break down the key usage notes and matchups that are driving our Week 4 WR Rankings.
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1. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, SEA
The watch is on to see when JSN might fall short of 120 yards in a game ... if it happens at all.
2. Ja'Marr Chase, CIN
Chase ranks eighth among WRs in PPR scoring, despite tough early matchups at Houston and at Pittsburgh. Sunday turns up a talented Jacksonville secondary, one that’s allowed only one WR score all season. Of course, Chase’s talent and role make him a must-start.
3. Amon-Ra St. Brown, DET
St. Brown is posting 25.3 PPR points per game that only trails Jaxson Smith-Njigba. He's achieving it on the back of a 32.4% target share that's the fourth highest among WRs. He's also one of just four WRs to post at least a 25% target share in each week this season. St Brown projects as a high-end WR1 in Week 4 against a Panthers defense that just lost their top two cornerbacks.
4. Chris Olave, NO
Olave comes into a matchup with the Falcons defense who have allowed the sixth most points to WRs, ranked as the WR4. He's producing 23.5 PPR points per game and is one of just four WRs to command at least a 25% target share in each week this season. Olave projects as a high-end WR1 ahead of a Week 4 Monday Night Football matchup.
5. CeeDee Lamb, DAL
Lamb kept rolling last week with a 7-112-0 receiving line. He ranks top 6 among WRs in catches, yards, expected PPR points, and actual PPR points. Week 4 brings a tough on-paper matchup vs. the Texans, but this defense has struggled so far. Houston has allowed a WR to top 18 PPR points in each of the first 3 weeks.
6. Garrett Wilson, NYJ
Wilson smoked the Lions for a 10-107-1 line on 13 targets last week. He’s up to WR9 in PPR points per game and WR10 in expected points per game. Wilson should be busy again vs. the Bears this weekend with WR Adonai Mitchell and TE Mason Taylor still out.
7. Drake London, ATL
London is coming off a week where he finished as the WR2 on a season-high 28.4 PPR points despite not producing a TD. His 43.5% target share from Week 3 only trails Jaxson Smith-Njigba's 45.8% target share from Week 1 for the highest commanded by a WR this season. London projects as a high-volume WR1 in Week 4 facing a Saints defense that's allowed the 12th fewest points to WRs.
8. Nico Collins, HOU
Collins is set to return from his hamstring injury just in time for a juicy matchup vs. the Cowboys, who sit dead last in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. We’ll see if CB Joey Porter Jr. makes his debut in this one, but it’s an excellent spot for Collins regardless. His Texans are sporting a 25-point implied total, tied for the eighth-highest on the week.
9. Parker Washington, JAC
Washington is winning in all areas, and it’s turning up in fantasy performance with a WR11 start. He’s assembled excellent marks in catch rate (68.2%), target share (27.2%), air yards share (46.1%), and yards per route run (3.25). Washington’s combination of high volume and excellent efficiency supports his WR1 outlook vs. the Bengals.
10. Tetairoa McMillan, CAR
While he's been overshadowed by fellow WR Jalen Coker to this point, McMillan is set up for a high-ranking week. He's commanding a 21.3% target share that ranks 35th among WRs on his way to a WR39 ranking with 9.8 PPR points per game. But with Coker possibly out, he's expected to be closer to his 14th ranked 25.4% target share from last year. Facing a Lions defense allowing the third most points to WRs, McMillan projects as a WR1 in Week 4.
11. Zay Flowers, BAL
Flowers has played just 29-33% of the snaps in his two games so far this season but finished each of those outings with 5 catches and 84+ yards. He's clearly central to the Baltimore offensive plan and belongs in your lineup when active. A full Thursday practice indicates we should get a healthier version in Week 4.
12. Christian Watson, GB
Watson’s 29 targets have been topped by only six other WRs. He’s benefited from an awful run game and a leaky defense, and it’s certainly possible both facets of the game disappoint at Tampa Bay. Regardless, the Bucs aren’t a matchup to fear through the air. They’ve generated just a 30.8% pressure rate so far, 27th league-wide. Watson’s big-play ability remains an appealing part of his fantasy value.
13. Puka Nacua, LAR
Nacua has remained limited in practice this week, but the Rams expect him to return. It's a somewhat surprising turn after HC Sean McVay said last week that the WR was "not making great progress" with his hip/groin injury. We'll watch reports right up to game time, but an active Nacua is likely to be heavily involved.
14. George Pickens, DAL
Pickens scored a season-best 15.2 PPR points last week. He’s still searching for his first TD of the year, but his 23.8% target share is actually up from last year’s 21.0%. Big games are coming for this talented receiver in a strong passing game. Houston’s defense has not lived up to its reputation so far, ranking 29th in adjusted fantasy points allowed to WRs.
15. Tee Higgins, CIN
Higgins has tallied back-to-back games with 90+ yards, and his involvement is right where you want it with a 25% target share. Keep him active as a WR2 in what profiles as one of the highest-scoring games of the week.
16. Rashee Rice, KC
Rice caught 7 of 9 targets for 88 yards in Week 3, finishing as WR20. Most of his production comes after the catch, where his 9.2 yards after catch per reception ranks 30th among WRs. He is averaging 12.67 PPR points per game (WR24) on an 18.7% target share. Las Vegas has been the third-toughest WR matchup, allowing just 23.13 adjusted PPR points per game. Rice is a WR2, but the matchup lowers his ceiling this week.
17. Matthew Golden, GB
Golden’s second season has started with games of 12, 6, and 12 targets. His role is secure, especially with Jayden Reed set to miss significant time. Continue using Golden as a WR2/3.
18. Terry McLaurin, WAS
McLaurin had his best game of the season in Week 3, catching 6 of 9 targets for 77 yards and a TD to finish as WR14. He has a 23.7% target share and 95.3 air yards per game (WR21), but he is scoring nearly 4 points per game below expectation. That gap should close against a Colts defense that has been the third-most favorable WR matchup (39.84 adjusted PPR allowed per game). McLaurin is a low-end WR2 with upside this week.
19. D.J. Moore, BUF
Moore drew 10 targets in Week 3, catching 6 for 67 yards (WR30). He has a 22% target share and 95 air yards per game, with a 15.8-yard aDOT that gives him a downfield role. He did that coming off a shoulder injury from Week 2 and should be healthier this week. New England is a neutral matchup, ranking 18th in WR fantasy points allowed. Moore is a low-end WR2 this week
20. Josh Downs, IND
Downs drew 11 targets in Week 3 but caught just 5 of them for 77 yards, finishing as WR30. The volume has been strong all season, with a 25.5% target share (WR15) and 8 targets per game. He is scoring more than 3 points per game below his expected output as well, so better results should be coming. The Commanders have been the most favorable WR matchup in the league, allowing 45.33 adjusted PPR points per game to WRs. Downs is a high-end WR3 with WR2 upside this week
21. Malik Nabers, NYG
Nabers has looked the part since his return from ACL injury, commanding at least a 25% target share in all but the game he momentarily left with a shoulder injury. But as part of an offense that hasn't scored a TD since QB Jaxson Dart went down, Nabers has produced just 4.3 PPR points per game, ranking as the WR95 over that span. Facing a Cardinals defense in Week 4 that is allowing the fourth most points to WRs, Nabers projects as a WR2.
22. Jaylen Waddle, DEN
Waddle is producing as the WR42 with 9.8 PPR points per game despite commanding a 23% target share that's higher than last season when he finished as the WR30. Part of the issue is QB Bo Nix ranks 23rd in passing yards on an offense with the 12th fewest points. Facing a 49ers defense that's allowing the 10th fewest points to WRs, Waddle projects as a fringe WR2 in Week 4.
23. Michael Wilson, ARI
Wilson is coming off his best week of the young season, finishing as the WR4 with 25.9 PPR points. The Cardinals WR has seen his target share increase every season since being drafted, and he's on pace to continue that trend with a 27.4% target share that ranks eighth among all WRs. Wilson projects as a fringe WR2 in a matchup with a Giants defense that's allowing the 11th most points to WRs.
24. Davante Adams, LAR
Puka Nacua's expected return probably means we don't get another monster week like Adams posted his past two times out. But last season showed us there's plenty of room for both to deliver in the same Rams' offense. And Monday night of Week 3 showed us this Eagles defense is potentially quite vulnerable.
25. Luther Burden III, CHI
Burden got rolling with QB Case Keenum last week, turning 11 targets into 7 catches, 61 yards, and a score. He quietly ranks top-17 among WRs in targets, target share, and first-read target share through 3 weeks. QB Caleb Williams is out again vs. the Jets this week, but Burden’s role and talent are strong enough to keep him in fantasy lineups as a WR3.
26. Deebo Samuel, SF
After accounting for target shares of 20.6% and 19.0% in the first two weeks, Samuel went without a target in Week 3. But that didn't stop the versatile WR from scoring an 80-yard TD on a trick-player lateral. With WR Mike Evans possibly out this week, his target volume is expected to bounce back. Samuel is projected as a fringe WR2 in Week 4 facing a Broncos defense that's allowed the 8th fewest points to WRs.
27. Jordan Addison, MIN
Our current projections assume Justin Jefferson (ankle) will sit after missing practice on Thursday and Friday. If that holds, Jordan Addison will be in the WR3 mix in a plus matchup vs. Miami. Addison also posted a 5-90-1 line last week at Tampa Bay.
28. Ladd McConkey, LAC
The Chargers' offense has performed better -- by expected points added -- with McConkey on the field than without him this year. But that has yet to manifest in big production for the wideout or real success for the Chargers. They'll likely need him against the Chargers, which puts McConkey in low starter territory. But the offensive struggles make it tough to count on him any higher.
29. Jameson Williams, DET
Last year's WR19 has yet to post 10 PPR points in a game this season. Williams is posting a 15.7% target share that's 2.8% lower than his mark last year, and ranks fourth on his own offense. Fortunately, he's set up to finally get back to the production he showed last year facing a Panthers defense that just lost their top cornerbacks. Williams projects as a fringe WR2 in Week 5.
30. Stefon Diggs, WAS
Diggs had a quiet Week 3, catching 4 of 7 targets for 33 yards (WR61). His season has been much better, as he is averaging 14.83 PPR points per game (WR17) with a 23.7% target share. He also earned a target on 36% of his routes, 12th among WRs, though he ran a route on just 68.3% of dropbacks this year. The Colts have been the third-most favorable WR matchup (39.84 adjusted PPR allowed per game). Diggs is a WR3 with a strong chance to bounce back.
31. Jakobi Meyers, JAC
Meyers’ target share spiked to a season-high 29.6% in Week 3. That type of involvement can’t be expected with regularity, but a well-performing Trevor Lawrence and a fine Week 4 matchup keep the veteran in WR3 range. The Bengals defense sits dead last in yards after catch over expected allowed.
32. D.K. Metcalf, PIT
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33. Carnell Tate, TEN
The season-high 9 targets or Tate last week were nice. His limited QB helped keep the production to just 58 yards on 6 catches, though. Tate's averaging just 9.5 yards per catch so far, despite a 10.9-yard aDOT. His role puts him in play against Baltimore, but the offensive limitations keep him from being a must.""
34. Malik Washington, MIA
Washington has led Miami in target share in three straight games, finishing at 29.6%, 21.7%, and 28.6%. His short-range skill set should play a key role once again, especially against a blitz-happy defense like the Vikings. The Dolphin shakes out as a PPR flex option.
35. Devaughn Vele, NO
Vele has benefited from the Saints throwing the ball more than any other team. Which is why he ranks 23rd among WRs with 7.3 targets per game despite a 17.7% target share that ranks 52nd. Facing a Falcons defense that's allowed the most pass attempts this season, Vele holds a fringe WR3 projection in Week 4.
36. Keenan Allen, IND
Allen bounced back in Week 3, catching 6 of 9 targets for 63 yards and a TD to finish as WR19. He has averaged 6.67 targets per game, but his 6.2-yard aDOT ranks 132nd among WRs, so most of his work comes underneath. The Commanders have been the most favorable WR matchup in the league, allowing 45.33 adjusted PPR points per game. Allen's target volume makes him a WR4 flex option in PPR leagues, though he will likely need a TD to hit his ceiling.
37. Dontayvion Wicks, PHI
Wicks might be the lead receiver against the Rams on Sunday, thanks to DeVonta Smith's injury. That doesn't necessarily make Wicks a real No. 1, though. His offense's uneven play through three games keeps the wideout in fringe starting territory rather than letting him rise higher.
38. Xavier Worthy, KC
Worthy caught both of his targets for 20 yards in Week 3, finishing as WR84. He has run a route on 91.2% of dropbacks in the charted game, but that has translated to just 7.43 PPR points per game (WR68). His 6.3-yard aDOT (WR131) also shows that the Chiefs haven't used his speed downfield. Las Vegas has been the third-toughest WR matchup (23.13 adjusted PPR allowed per game). Worthy is a WR4 who is hard to trust this week.
39. KC Concepcion, CLE
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40. Denzel Boston, CLE
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41. Wan'Dale Robinson, TEN
Robinson still trails rookie Carnell Tate in targets for the season despite drawing 11 of them last week. He's working on his best catch rate since 023 but a career low in yards per game (34.7), thanks to rocky QB play.
42. Courtland Sutton, DEN
Sutton is coming off his highest scoring week of the season with 7.6 PPR points per game, finishing as the WR56. His 18.4% target share ranks 47th among all WRs and only trails Waddle among Broncos WRs. In a matchup against a 49ers defense that is allowing the 10th fewest points to WRs, Sutton projects as a WR4.
43. Khalil Shakir, BUF
Shakir caught just 1 of 3 targets for 6 yards in Week 3, finishing as WR111. He is averaging only 5.80 PPR points per game (WR81) this season. His 58.2% route participation this year shows he isn't a full-time player in this offense. New England is a neutral matchup (18th in WR fantasy points allowed), and the Bills rank 24th in pass rate (51.1%). Shakir is a WR4 who belongs on benches this week.
44. Emeka Egbuka, TB
Egbuka’s outlook takes a hit with Baker Mayfield sidelined. Entering Sunday, his usage was already down from a 23.8% target share in 2025 to 20% this season. Now, the Bucs figure to lean on the run with mobile rookie QB Jalon Daniels set to make his first career start. That leaves Egbuka as a shaky flex.
45. Rome Odunze, CHI
Odunze has drawn just 14.4% of Bears targets through 3 weeks, well behind Luther Burden and Kalif Raymond. And his targets have come 17.6 yards downfield on average. That’s a tough recipe for reliable fantasy production. Consider Odunze a risk/reward WR4 in fantasy lineups, at least until he gets QB Caleb Williams back.
46. Tre Tucker, LVR
Tucker caught all 4 of his targets for 43 yards in Week 3, finishing as WR50. He is averaging 11.97 PPR points per game (WR29) and is outscoring his expected output by 3.47 points per game. His 15.2-yard aDOT and 76 air yards per game show he still holds the deep-threat role. The problem is that Kansas City has been the second-toughest WR matchup, allowing just 22.67 adjusted PPR points per game. Tucker is a boom-or-bust WR5 this week.
47. Makai Lemon, PHI
Lemon should see role elevation his week with Philly's pass-catcher injuries. His mere 6.6-yard average target depth so far, though, limits the available scoring efficiency and has produced just 5.4 yards per catch. Lemon remains a risky fantasy option until we see improvement in the Philly offense.
48. Michael Pittman Jr., PIT
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49. Romeo Doubs, NE
Doubs caught 3 of 4 targets for 49 yards in Week 3, finishing as WR54. He is averaging just 3.67 targets per game, but his 18.4-yard aDOT (WR17) gives him big-play potential on any of those looks. Buffalo has been the fifth-most favorable WR matchup (38.77 adjusted PPR allowed per game), and the Patriots are 6.5-point underdogs. Doubs is a boom-or-bust WR5 who should only be used in deep leagues.
50. Kalif Raymond, CHI
Another week, another strong outing from Raymond, who posted a 6-90-1 line in the win over the Eagles. He’s now, unbelievably, 17th among WRs in expected PPR points per game and 14th in actual points per game. Raymond won’t stay on that pace, but you could do worse as a WR4 or flex play while he’s hot.
51. Tre Harris, LAC
Harris has beaten Quentin Johnston in catches twice so far this season and tied him the other week. But the second-year WR has just one game with more than 3 receptions and now faces a Seattle D that's likely the toughest the Chargers have seen to date.
52. Brian Thomas Jr., JAC
Thomas simply isn’t seeing enough volume to be worth starting right now. He’s sitting on a 55.2% route rate and a 13.6% target share, despite limited offensive involvement from Travis Hunter.
53. Quentin Johnston, LAC
Johnston has gone for 2, 1, and 3 catches while playing with a struggling QB in a struggling offense. Stay away from him against Seattle.
54. Jauan Jennings, MIN
Jennings figures to get a boost if Justin Jefferson sits out with his ankle injury. Still, that doesn’t make the former 49er a comfy fantasy play. He’s tallied only 3 targets for the season.
55. Chris Bell, MIA
After games with a sub-8% target share, Bell’s involvement shot up to 20% in last Sunday’s loss to the Chiefs. That’ll be a repeatable number in the short term, as Caleb Douglas (ankle) remains unlikely to play. There’s just not much scoring upside here against a tough Vikings defense. Miami is implied for a slate-low 14 points.
56. Mack Hollins, NE
Hollins had a solid Week 3, catching 6 of 9 targets for 87 yards to finish as WR25. He has a 19.5% target share and has averaged 1 end-zone target per game, 21st among WRs. His 59.1% route participation in the charted game still limits his opportunities. Buffalo has been the fifth-most favorable WR matchup (38.77 adjusted PPR allowed per game), and the Patriots should be throwing as 6.5-point underdogs. Hollins is a WR5 with deep-league flex appeal.
57. Marvin Harrison Jr., ARI
It's been a struggle for the third-year WR, producing as the WR106 with just 3.8 PPR points per game. Playing alongside two players commanding at least a 25% target share has left Harrison to command an 8.0% target share. As the fourth option, when including RB Jeremiyah Love, on a passing offense that ranks 17th in yards, Harrison projects as a fringe WR5 in a Week 4 matchup with the Giants.
58. Ryan Flournoy, DAL
Flournoy has drawn 18 targets on a 17% share through 3 games. But he’s turned that volume into just 9 catches for 67 scoreless yards. Expect the efficiency to improve going forward, but Flournoy remains more of a handcuff to CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens than reliable fantasy start.
59. Rashod Bateman, BAL
Zay Flowers returned in Week 3, and Bateman's opportunities disappeared. He has seen 1 and 3 targets in Flowers games this year; 9 in the game Flowers missed.
60. Pat Bryant, DEN
After leading the Broncos with a 22.2% target share in Week 1, Bryant has yet to eclipse a 10% target share in the two weeks since. He caught one of his two targets last week for a TD, which helped hide his consecutive low-volume performance. As the third WR option on an offense facing a 49ers defense, Bryant projects as a fringe WR5 in Week 4.
