NEWSLETTER
Fantasy football start ’em sit ’em strategy is a pivotal part of the game. It revolves around the weekly challenge of deciding which players from your fantasy team should be in action and who should take a backseat. These decisions are influenced by a range of factors, including match-ups, player injuries, and recent performance.
“Start ’em” signifies players who deserve a spot in your starting lineup because they either have favorable match-ups or have been in great form recently. Conversely, “sit ’em” refers to players who should be benched because they are facing tough opponents or have shown inconsistent performance.
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To make informed choices, it’s crucial to delve into statistics, consider expert opinions, and gain insights into player conditions. However, fantasy football always has an element of unpredictability. Even the most promising players can have off-days, while underappreciated ones can unexpectedly shine.
Therefore, maintaining flexibility and being open to adjusting your start ’em sit ’em decisions during the season is essential.
Continuously keeping tabs on player news and updates and evaluating your team’s overall performance can help you optimize your fantasy football experience. Ultimately, your fantasy team’s success hinges on your ability to determine which players to start and sit each week accurately.
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 2: Quarterbacks
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Starts
| # | Player | Team |
| 1 | Jalen Hurts | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 2 | Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills |
| 3 | Patrick Mahomes | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 4 | Trevor Lawrence | Jacksonville Jaguars |
| 5 | Anthony Richardson | Indianapolis Colts |
| 6 | Joe Burrow | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 7 | Justin Herbert | Los Angeles Chargers |
| 8 | Justin Fields | Chicago Bears |
| 9 | Lamar Jackson | Baltimore Ravens |
| 10 | Geno Smith | Seattle Seahawks |
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Avoid
Kenny Pickett (Steelers) vs. Bears
Kenny Pickett had an uninspiring performance in Week 1, but the San Francisco 49ers defense handled their business better than any team not named the Cowboys in the league’s kickoff weekend. The Steelers are now staring directly at a Browns defense that held the Bengals to three points, likely pointing towards back-to-back rough weeks for the sophomore quarterback.
Kirk Cousins (Vikings) @ Eagles
Coming out of a Week 1 performance that saw him pressure by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense, Kirk Cousins will now take on a far superior Eagles team that projects to be in his face for 60 minutes. Cousins can be considered a QB2 for Superflex leagues, but he doesn’t provide enough upside this week for teams looking for a QB1.
For more advice on who to start check out 4for4’s who should I start tool to compare the following quarterback pairings;
- Joe Burrow or Justin Fields
- Jordan Love or Mac Jones
- Geno Smith or Jordan Love
- Geno Smith or Jared Goff
- Mac Jones or Zach Wilson
- Jordan Love or Justin Fields
- Jordan Love or Kirk Cousins
- Derek Carr or Mac Jones
- Dak Prescott or Mac Jones
- Daniel Jones or Jordan Love
- Tua Tagovailoa or Justin Fields
- Geno Smith or Anthony Richardson
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 2: Running Backs
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Starts
| # | Player | FF Pts |
| 1 | Christian McCaffrey | 21.2 |
| 2 | Derrick Henry | 18 |
| 3 | Tony Pollard | 17.5 |
| 4 | Nick Chubb | 17 |
| 5 | Saquon Barkley | 16.6 |
| 6 | Austin Ekeler | 15.9 |
| 7 | Josh Jacobs | 15.7 |
| 8 | Bijan Robinson | 15.6 |
| 9 | Joe Mixon | 14.9 |
| 10 | David Montgomery | 14.4 |
| 11 | Kenneth Walker | 14.1 |
| 12 | Travis Etienne | 13.8 |
| 13 | Jahmyr Gibbs | 13.8 |
| 14 | Rhamondre Stevenson | 13.7 |
| 15 | Rachaad White | 13.5 |
| 16 | James Conner | 13.5 |
| 17 | Miles Sanders | 13.4 |
| 18 | James Cook | 13.2 |
| 19 | Alexander Mattison | 13.1 |
| 20 | Aaron Jones | 13.1 |
| 21 | Dameon Pierce | 12.7 |
| 22 | Raheem Mostert | 12.6 |
| 23 | Isiah Pacheco | 12.5 |
| 24 | Javonte Williams | 12.4 |
| 25 | Jamaal Williams | 11.6 |
| 26 | Najee Harris | 11.1 |
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-36 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings include: Ezekiel Elliot (Patriots), Deon Jackson (Colts), Dalvin Cook (Jets), D’Andre Swift (Eagles), and Jerick McKinnon (Chiefs).
For more advice on who to start check out 4for4’s who should I start tool to compare the following running back pairings;
- Damien Harris or Roschon Johnson
- Jahmyr Gibbs or Tyler Allgeier
- Ezekiel Elliott or Roschon Johnson
- Joe Mixon or Saquon Barkley
- David Montgomery or Joshua Kelley
- Rhamondre Stevenson or Rachaad White
- Gus Edwards or Justice Hill
- Saquon Barkley or Nick Chubb
- Gus Edwards or Kyren Williams
- Zack Moss or De’Von Achane
- Jamaal Williams or Miles Sanders
- Kyren Williams or Roschon Johnson
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 2: Wide Receivers
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Starts
| # | Player | FF Pts |
| 1 | Tyreek Hill | 16.8 |
| 2 | Justin Jefferson | 15.9 |
| 3 | Stefon Diggs | 15.3 |
| 4 | A.J. Brown | 14.4 |
| 5 | Ja’Marr Chase | 14.3 |
| 6 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | 14.2 |
| 7 | Calvin Ridley | 12.8 |
| 8 | Jaylen Waddle | 12.7 |
| 9 | CeeDee Lamb | 12.4 |
| 10 | Davante Adams | 12.1 |
| 11 | Keenan Allen | 12 |
| 12 | Chris Olave | 11.9 |
| 13 | DeVonta Smith | 11.8 |
| 14 | Brandon Aiyuk | 10.8 |
| 15 | Garrett Wilson | 10.7 |
| 16 | DeAndre Hopkins | 10.7 |
| 17 | DK Metcalf | 10.7 |
| 18 | Mike Evans | 10.7 |
| 19 | Deebo Samuel | 10.6 |
| 20 | Mike Williams | 10 |
| 21 | Tee Higgins | 10 |
| 22 | Amari Cooper | 9.8 |
| 23 | Tyler Lockett | 9.7 |
| 24 | Chris Godwin | 9.5 |
| 25 | Zay Flowers | 9.5 |
| 26 | Zay Jones | 9.3 |
| 27 | D.J. Moore | 9.1 |
| 28 | George Pickens | 8.9 |
| 29 | Jakobi Meyers | 8.8 |
| 30 | Michael Pittman Jr. | 8.7 |
| 31 | Terry McLaurin | 8.7 |
| 32 | Romeo Doubs | 8.7 |
| 33 | Courtland Sutton | 8.7 |
| 34 | Jahan Dotson | 8.6 |
| 35 | Jordan Addison | 8.6 |
| 36 | Kendrick Bourne | 8.5 |
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-36 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings include: Nico Collins (Texans), Christian Kirk (Jaguars), Drake London (Falcons), Elijah Moore (Browns), and Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Seahawks).
For more advice on who to start check out 4for4’s who should I start tool to compare the following wide receiver pairings;
- Chris Godwin or DK Metcalf
- Tyler Lockett or Chris Godwin
- George Pickens or Jahan Dotson
- Brandon Aiyuk or Chris Olave
- Nico Collins or Jaxon Smith-Njigba
- Christian Kirk or Michael Pittman Jr.
- Marquise Brown or Puka Nacua
- Courtland Sutton or Michael Pittman Jr.
- Brandon Aiyuk or Tee Higgins
- Christian Watson or Romeo Doubs
- Allen Robinson II or Romeo Doubs
- Chris Godwin or Mike Evans
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 2: Tight Ends
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Starts
| # | Player | FF Pts |
| 1 | Travis Kelce | 12.8 |
| 2 | George Kittle | 9.1 |
| 3 | Mark Andrews | 9 |
| 4 | T.J. Hockenson | 9 |
| 5 | Darren Waller | 8.6 |
| 6 | Dallas Goedert | 8.6 |
| 7 | Evan Engram | 8.3 |
| 8 | Hunter Henry | 7.4 |
| 9 | Sam LaPorta | 7.2 |
| 10 | Luke Musgrave | 7.2 |
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-30 Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings include: Durham Smythe (Dolphins), Donald Parham (Chargers), and Noah Fant (Seahawks).
For more advice on who to start check out 4for4’s who should I start tool to compare the following tight end pairings;
- Chigoziem Okonkwo or Luke Musgrave
- Hunter Henry or Tyler Higbee
- Dalton Schultz or Pat Freiermuth
- Juwan Johnson or Juwan Johnson
- Luke Musgrave or Dalton Schultz
- Jake Ferguson or Hunter Henry
- Mike Gesicki or Hayden Hurst
- Juwan Johnson or Hayden Hurst
- Cole Kmet or Dallas Goedert
- Dalton Kincaid or David Njoku
- Jake Ferguson or Mark Andrews
- Dalton Schultz or Mark Andrews
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 2: Kickers
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Starts
| # | Player | FF Pts |
| 1 | Tyler Bass | 8.3 |
| 2 | Justin Tucker | 8 |
| 3 | Harrison Butker | 8 |
| 4 | Jake Moody | 7.9 |
| 5 | Evan McPherson | 7.8 |
| 6 | Jake Elliott | 7.7 |
| 7 | Jason Sanders | 7.7 |
| 8 | Riley Patterson | 7.7 |
| 9 | Jason Myers | 7.6 |
| 10 | Cameron Dicker | 7.6 |
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Must Avoid
Some options who have fallen out of the top-20 Fantasy Football Rankings include: Matt Gay, Ka’imi Fairbairn, and Greg Joseph.
For more advice on who to start check out 4for4’s who should I start tool to compare the following kicker pairings
- Jason Sanders or Cameron Dicker
- Jake Elliott or Younghoe Koo
- Graham Gano or Riley Patterson
- Jason Sanders or Riley Patterson
- Cairo Santos or Cameron Dicker
- Younghoe Koo or Brandon Aubrey
- Brandon McManus or Riley Patterson
- Brandon McManus or Cameron Dicker
- Jason Sanders or Jake Moody
- Dustin Hopkins or Jason Myers
- Tyler Bass or Jake Moody
- Riley Patterson or Cameron Dicker
4for4 is home to the most accurate rankings since 2010! Sync your fantasy football league and stay ahead with custom cheat sheets, advanced tools, and data-driven content.
- Most Accurate Rankings & Projections
- Custom Rankings, Cheat Sheets & Top 200
- Unlimited Access to Season-Long Tools & Reports
