Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 4: Advice for Unfavorable Fantasy Football Matchups

The fourth week of the 2016 fantasy football season is already upon us. Things kicked off on Thursday night when the Cincinnati Bengals thumped the Miami Dolphins 22-7.

If you managed to rack up some fantasy points on Thursday thanks to guys like Bengals receiver A.J. Green (10 receptions, 173 yards, one touchdown) or kicker Mike Nugent (five field goals, one extra point), then you’re probably off to a strong start.

Even if you did well on Thursday, though, you probably still have plenty of tough fantasy decisions upcoming.

We’re here to help by examining some of the potential fantasy plays that appear tougher than usual. We’ll be comparing similar scenarios at the same positions and deciding which daunting matchup is more worth the risk.

We’ll be basing our choices on factors like past performances, team makeup, player/team scenario and injuries where applicable.

QB: Russell Wilson (at Jets) or Ben Roethlisberger (vs. Chiefs)

 There are a couple of reasons why you might be hesitant to play either Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson or Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

In Wilson’s case, both injury and situation play a role. Not only must Wilson and the Seahawks travel across the country to face the New York Jets, but he is also dealing with an MCL sprain. According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, though, Wilson will be ready to play.

#Seahawks QB Russell Wilson tells reporters that there is “no doubt” he’ll play Sunday. He’ll wear a brace, but is ready to go.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 29, 2016

The problem with the MCL injury is that it almost certainly will limit Wilson’s mobility, which is often one of his greatest assets. This might not be a massive issue against a Jets pass rush that is rated just 19th in the league by Pro Football Focus, but it could be an issue nonetheless.

New York, after all, features a pretty stout defensive front. It won’t help that Seattle is dealing with a banged-up backfield—which now includes New Orleans Saints castoff C.J. Spiller.

The primary issue with starting Roethlisberger is his opponent. The Kansas City Chiefs are playing extremely well against the pass right now. In fact, Pro Football Focus rates the Chiefs first in the league in coverage through Thursday of Week 4.

Kansas City is allowing an average of just 225.0 yards per game through the air right now.

Roethlisberger is also coming off a poor performance against the Philadelphia Eagles. He finished that game with a mere 257 yards passing, no touchdowns, an interception and two fumbles (one lost).

Unlike Wilson, though, Roethlisberger will be playing at home. He should also have his usual mobility behind the line and will benefit from the return of running back Le’Veon Bell from suspension. Bell is a …

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