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Week 4 NFL: Unexpected Stars Emerge Amidst Running Back and Receiver Woes
4 Oct
Summary
- Injuries to Breece Hall and Travis Etienne open doors for Braelon Allen and Kendre Miller.
- Justin Jefferson's ankle issue elevates Jordan Addison as the Vikings' top receiver.
- Braelon Allen is a flex option with upside due to a favorable matchup against the Bears.
Fantasy football managers face tough lineup decisions in NFL Week 4 due to a wave of injuries affecting key running backs and wide receivers. New York Jets running back Braelon Allen is poised for a significant role following Breece Hall's quadriceps injury, making him a flex option with potential against the Chicago Bears.
In Minnesota, Jordan Addison has emerged as the primary pass-catching threat for the Vikings. With star receiver Justin Jefferson sidelined by an ankle injury, Addison is expected to carry the load after a standout Week 3 performance that included a 41-yard touchdown.
The New Orleans Saints' backfield situation is less clear for fantasy owners. While running back Kendre Miller will see increased opportunities due to Travis Etienne landing on injured reserve, Alvin Kamara is anticipated to be the lead back, limiting Miller's immediate fantasy impact, though he remains a player to monitor.
These shifts highlight how injuries in the NFL can create unexpected opportunities for players further down depth charts, impacting fantasy football outcomes for Week 4.
