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Week 9 Fantasy Update: Rankings Shift on Injuries, Breakouts and Streamers

Injury ripple effects drive roster pivots across Week 9 fantasy guidance.

Overview

  • Josh Allen holds the No. 1 QB spot for Week 9, with reports indicating Lamar Jackson is close to returning for Thursday night against Miami.
  • Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor anchor the RB rankings, while James Cook vaults after a 216-yard, two-touchdown breakout in Week 8.
  • Giants rookie Cam Skattebo suffered a likely season-ending dislocated ankle, positioning Tyrone Tracy Jr. as the expected lead back and a priority waiver target.
  • The Chargers profile as a top D/ST streamer versus Tennessee, with expectations they can pressure rookie quarterback Cam Ward and a bottom-ranked Titans offense.
  • Puka Nacua is expected to return for the Rams against the Saints, Christian Watson is a recommended pickup after an 85-yard return for Green Bay, and Joe Flacco remains a viable QB streamer following a 342-yard, three-touchdown outing for Cincinnati.