C.J. Stroud is already having a good season for fantasy football, and things just exploded for him heading into Week 6: Houston traded for Marvin Harrison Jr. from Arizona! Get ready, because Stroud, who was already a low-end starter in all leagues, now gets his old Ohio State teammate back in the huddle. This is a game-changer, no doubt.
Stroud’s History With Harrison and the Jags Defense
This isn’t just some random addition. Stroud and Harrison carved up defenses together at Ohio State in 2022. Harrison went off for 77 catches, 1,263 yards, and 14 touchdowns, while Stroud threw for a ridiculous 3,688 yards, 41 touchdowns, and only six interceptions. That’s a connection that already has proven results, and now they’re bringing that fire to the NFL. Stroud has been lighting it up with Nico Collins this season, scoring at least 20.5 fantasy points in all three games they’ve played, including back-to-back big ones against Dallas and Tennessee. Now, imagine what he’s gonna do with both Collins *and* Harrison on the field. Yeah, it’s gonna be a show.
Now, let’s talk about the Jaguars matchup in Week 6. It’s not easy, those Jags are ranked No. 7 in fewest fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks. Only Joe Burrow has cracked 20 fantasy points against them this season, and they’ve faced some solid QBs like Deshaun Watson, Bo Nix, Drake Maye, and Jalen Hurts. But here’s the kicker: Stroud has put up at least 24.6 fantasy points in three of his five career meetings with Jacksonville! So, despite a tough defense, he’s shown he can get it done against them. And now he’s got an upgraded receiving corps with Harrison joining the Texans. This should absolutely be another productive game for Stroud in Week 6.
Mahomes Keeps Rolling, Shough Hits a Wall
Speaking of quarterbacks you can count on, Patrick Mahomes is doing what Mahomes does. He went into his Week 5 bye scoring at least 19.9 fantasy points in all four of his first games, including two monster outings with at least 25.7 points. The guy is a machine. He’s facing the Chargers in Week 6, a team that’s only allowed Kirk Cousins (back in Week 2) to score more than 20 fantasy points this season. But Mahomes loves playing the Chargers, averaging 26.5 fantasy points per game in his last 10 meetings with them. And when he comes off a regular season bye? He’s scored at least 20.9 fantasy points in five of eight career games. He’s projected for 22.9 points this week, ranked 7th among QBs. Keep an eye on Rashee Rice’s hamstring, though, hopefully, he’s healthy for this one.
On the flip side, New Orleans’ Tyler Shough had a rough Week 5 against Minnesota, putting up a dismal minus-1 fantasy point. He only managed 96 passing yards, no touchdowns, and two interceptions. Woof. That’s now consecutive games where he’s struggled, and he’s got the Giants coming up in Week 6. He’s projected for 19.8 points and ranked 8th, but that Week 5 performance is a huge red flag.
What’s Next for Stroud?
This Week 6 game for C.J. Stroud against the Jaguars in London isn’t just another game, it’s a statement. With Marvin Harrison Jr. now in the mix, and Stroud’s track record against Jacksonville, everyone is watching to see if this offense can truly unlock another level. Can they dominate a tough Jags defense with their new weapon? You bet your bottom dollar Stroud is going to try and prove it.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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