Big matchup-driven week. The Lions, Packers, Rams, Vikings, Steelers, Texans, and 49ers all carry significant implied point totals. Chase the scoring environments, then follow the available touches and targets.
QUARTERBACK
Sneaky Upside: Kyler Murray
Minnesota’s elevated implied total puts Murray in position to deliver through the air, while his scrambling gives him another path to a usable fantasy finish. Murray has 93 rushing yards across his four-game 2026 sample, but just 6.6 yards per pass attempt, making him an upside bet on this scoring environment and his Konami abilities.
Very Streamable: Aaron Rodgers
Pittsburgh’s scoring outlook makes Rodgers a strong streaming option against New Orleans, especially if Warren’s receiving work helps turn short throws into chunk gains. Rodgers already has 1,487 passing yards and 12 touchdowns across six games—two passing scores per outing—and his 234 attempts translate to 39 per game. The volume is there, and we just need the Steelers to continue to finish drives through the air.
Desperation Stream: Michael Penix Jr.
With San Francisco carrying a strong implied total, Atlanta needs sustained passing production to keep pace, putting Penix in play for fantasy managers scouring the waiver wire. His 8.4 yards per attempt and 123.0 Passing Explosive Play Rating, ranked No. 3, give Penix legitimate big-play upside. Five rushing yards in 2026 means his fantasy production must come almost entirely through the air.
RUNNING BACK
Lock Button: Kyren Williams
With Davante Adams out and Puka Nacua highly questionable, the Rams offense will be leaning heavily on the running game. His 24 receptions for 190 yards, gives Williams a receiving avenue to absorb some of those missing opportunities.
Run Funnel: Jaylen Warren
The Saints are giving up an astounding 30.1 points per game to opposing running backs. If the game were in Pittsburgh, I would actually recommend Rico Dowdle as well. Warren has added 258 receiving yards on 21 catches across six games giving him multiple ways to hit his ceiling in this matchup.
