Michael Wilson is doing something absolutely wild, grabbing 17 targets last week and now sitting fourth in the entire league in targets behind an elite trio that includes *our own* Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Chris Olave. Seriously, this guy’s making some noise, and if you’re not paying attention for your fantasy flex, you’re making a huge mistake.
Wilson’s Flex Factor: Don’t Get Caught Sleeping Twice!
Remember last season when Wilson exploded for 18 targets, 15 receptions, and 185 yards against the 49ers? Everyone thought it was a total fluke. Then, the very next week, he backed it up with 15 targets, 10 receptions, and 118 yards. Way too many people added him but then benched him, kicking themselves later. After a massive 17-target day this past week, coincidentally, again versus the 49ers, we can’t afford that mistake again. He’s not just a flash in the pan; Wilson has been the WR5 since that Week 11 breakout last year. Honestly, not enough has changed since then to justify sitting him. He’s out there making moves, and with JSN setting the bar for top fantasy receivers, Wilson’s showing he’s ready to play in the big leagues.
The Backfield Buzz: Tuten and Allen Ready to Rumble
Speaking of players making their mark, the trust in Bhayshul Tuten is absolutely growing, and the numbers are screaming. This dude thrives in the outside run game, ranking first among all running backs in outside (D Gap) runs, even though he’s only 16th in total carries. That’s a huge advantage against a Cincinnati defense that’s surprisingly stout after trading their 10th overall pick for Dexter Lawrence. Plus, the goal-line trends are all benefiting the Jaguars’ running back, and a potential uptick in receiving work could launch him to another level. After what we’ve seen in the last three games, Tuten has a real shot to be a great fantasy RB2 the rest of the way. The stats back it up too: through three games, Tuten is second in success rate, third in missed tackles forced per attempt, and third in the… Well, you get the picture, the man’s producing!
Then there’s Braelon Allen, the first backup running back to grab serious waiver attention this season. He’s coming to save your roster if you’ve been hit by injuries or underperformance. While Isaiah Davis might get some work eventually, Allen’s handled 27% of the RB touches this season compared to Davis’s 0%. The Jets’ offense this year is looking different than 2025; they’re sitting 16th in scoring offense and 16th in fantasy points for running backs so far. Allen’s in a spot to carve out some serious volume.
Downs on the Loose: Washington’s WR Woes Are Real
Don’t sleep on Josh Downs for a flex play, either. When Alec Pierce is off the field, Downs has seen a target on a huge 32% of his 66 routes. And get this: Washington has been absolutely terrible against wideouts. To put it in perspective, the Cardinals have allowed 34 fantasy PPG to receivers, which is 31st worst among defenses. The Commanders? They’re giving up 39 per game! Surprisingly, their run defense has tightened up, forcing opponents into heavy passing volume. So even though the Colts typically like to run, when they *do* throw, it’s going straight to Downs. That’s a sweet setup for Week 4.
So there you have it, fellow fantasy fanatics. Week 4 is here, and these are the guys who can make or break your lineup. Get ready to watch these guys eat, especially with our guy JSN setting the pace for what a top-tier fantasy WR looks like. Let’s get these W’s!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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