Six weeks into the fantasy football season, teams struggling to climb the standings face tough decisions on players who have underperformed or failed to meet expectations. Among those under the microscope are running back Ashton Jeanty of the Las Vegas Raiders and wide receiver Cam Skattebo, whose situation was discussed alongside other notable, inconsistent performers by fantasy experts Christian and Mike "Yaj" Boyajian.
Jeanty’s recent ankle issues have cast doubt on his value. Christian advises trading Jeanty, noting that while his rushing stats are disappointing—averaging just 3.2 yards per carry and registering -78 rushing yards over expected across 23 games—his name recognition and draft pedigree could attract buyers. Jeanty’s receiving ability still offers some utility, but Christian warns that if he plays hurt, Mike Washington Jr. might seize the opportunity to take over, further reducing Jeanty’s fantasy appeal. Yaj counters that holding Jeanty is a reasonable choice given his Week 13 bye and continued touchdown production, though he acknowledges a trade for a wide receiver might be possible but unlikely to yield equal value.
Cam Skattebo’s status was less explicitly discussed in the source material, but the broader context of waiver wire darlings and inconsistent players would suggest a similar scrutiny applies to him. The article focuses more on other receivers like DK Metcalf and Jaylen Waddle, whose fantasy viability is debated.
DK Metcalf, now with the Pittsburgh Steelers, presents a sell-high opportunity according to Christian. Despite a strong performance in Week 6, Metcalf’s underlying metrics—catch rate over expected, yards after catch over expected, and expected points added per target—have plummeted. Even with nearly nine targets per game, he has surpassed 40 receiving yards only twice this season. Christian sees no upside from here, predicting further decline. Yaj, however, suggests holding Metcalf, citing his occasional spike weeks tied to Aaron Rodgers’ targeting and a receiver-friendly schedule ahead that could stabilize production.
Jaylen Waddle, now with the Denver Broncos, has struggled to make an impact. Christian advises holding Waddle despite his poor start with Denver, pointing out that he is achieving 3.5 yards of separation per target and suggesting that new coach Sean Payton may eventually adjust his approach to better utilise the receiver. Yaj takes a more urgent stance, recommending trading Waddle to capitalise on his name and consistent target volume, though he notes the Broncos’ offense is broken beyond simple fixes, limiting Waddle’s upside.
Other players drew clear recommendations to drop from fantasy rosters. Wide receivers Brian Thomas Jr. of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Wan’Dale Robinson of the Tennessee Titans have failed to contribute meaningfully. Christian and Yaj agree on Thomas, with Christian warning that the Jaguars’ coaching staff prioritises other players—like Travis Hunter in red zone situations—and that Thomas’s fantasy value will only rise if he is traded, which remains unconfirmed. Until then, he is a roster burden. Robinson’s role has shrunk to short routes with limited opportunity on a struggling Titans offense, leading both experts to suggest dropping him in favour of more dynamic options like Germie Bernard or Omar Cooper Jr.
This mix of trade, hold, and drop advice reflects the delicate balance fantasy managers must strike in the midseason stretch. Decisions around players like Jeanty and Metcalf hinge on health, opportunity, and shifting team dynamics, while others like Thomas and Robinson offer little reason to maintain faith.
The latest confirmed development is the anticipated game absence for Jeanty to recover from his ankle injury, which could accelerate the ascent of Mike Washington Jr. and further complicate Jeanty’s fantasy outlook. Meanwhile, Waddle’s struggles continue amid the Broncos’ offensive disarray, underscoring the urgency for fantasy owners to evaluate their options carefully.
According to Yahoo Sports.
