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Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy (18) passes the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Unexpected fantasy football targets for big games as deep-sleepers in Week 9.

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Unexpected fantasy football targets for big games as deep-sleepers in Week 9.

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Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor against the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis in Week 6.

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The top NFL running backs rumored to be on the trade block before the NFL Trade Deadline and the fantasy football implications.

New York Giants running back Devin Singletary (26) reacts after he scores the game winning touchdown in overtime against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

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If you are scrambling to fill out your fantasy football roster for Week 9, these are the top last-minute must-start options.

Sep 27, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) looks on before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome.

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Who to play in fantasy football this week between Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty and Arizona Cardinals RB Tyler Allgeier.

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum (24) rushes the ball past the Los Angeles Chargers in the second half at SoFi Stadium.

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Breece Hall and Blake Corum are two popular running back choices for Week 9 Fantasy Football.

-Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (3) celebrates during the game between the Cardinals and the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Injuries

The final fantasy football injury report for Week 9, with all the latest updates on all the top stars.

Aug 22, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) during the first half at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Which wide receiver has a better outlook in Week 9 fantasy football: Denzel Boston or Ladd McConkey?

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) reacts after getting a first down, during the second half of the NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.

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Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, alongside strong value plays fill this week's lineup.

Nov 1, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) looks to pass against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Who is the better quarterback in Week 9 fantasy football: Jayden Daniels or Matthew Stafford?

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) warms up before the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Injuries

The most important replacements for all the top injured stars in fantasy football for Week 9.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) catches a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field.

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The latest injury updates for DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks shed light on Makai Lemon's fantasy football outlook in Week 9.

Oct 20, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) walks on the field before the start of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The 49ers are meeting with Brandon Aiyuk on Friday, November 6, as Drew Rosenhaus works to get the wide receiver back to the NFL.

Oct 25, 2026; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman (20) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Jonah Coleman and Brock Bowers headline a group of intriguing fantasy football options who could deliver massive returns and help separate the winners from the pack.

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Caleb Douglas (7) stays in bounds and avoids New York Jets safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) for a touchdown reception during the second half at MetLife Stadium.

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The Miami Dolphins wide receivers face a favorable Fantasy matchup this week, but which receivers should Fantasy managers start?

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gets out of the grasp of Quinnen Williams of the Jets in the second half. The New York Jets host the Kansas City Chiefs at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ on October 1, 2023.

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The Chiefs headline survivor picks this week at home vs. the Jets, who haven't won in Kansas City in 28 years.

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Injuries

The latest injury update on New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo and the fantasy football impact.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The latest injury updates on the San Francisco 49ers wide receivers and the fantasy football impact.

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry carries the ball in the first quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars

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The Baltimore Ravens are reeling from injuries and could trade star running back Derrick Henry ahead of the deadline. These landing spots bolster his outlook.

Oct 19, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) looks on after the game against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

DFS

NFL Week 9 DFS cash games are all about chasing reliable volume, exploiting favorable matchups, and avoiding players who can disappear on any given Sunday.

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) runs after a catch as the New York Jets play Las Vegas Raiders in a week 8 NFL football game at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ.

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With Garrett Wilson ruled out, discover why Adonai Mitchell and Omar Cooper Jr. make explosive fantasy football waiver wire, DFS, and lineup plays against the Chiefs.

New York Jets wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (11) runs after a catch against Miami Dolphins cornerback Chris Johnson (3) during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium.

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Omar Cooper Jr. and these four players round out our five underrated Week 9 NFL DFS GPP plays on FanDuel and DraftKings.

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) looks on during warmups before a game against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Rankings

Our final fantasy football rankings for every position for Week 9.

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers

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The Cleveland Browns will take on the New Orleans Saints in Week 9, and running back Quinshon Judkins could dominate fantasy football.

Miami Dolphins running back Ollie Gordon II runs the ball during the first quarter against the New England Patriots

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Two running backs with similar Week 9 projections, Ashton Jeanty and Ollie Gordon, raising a difficult start-sit debate for lineups.

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Should you start Jonathan Taylor or Jonah Coleman in Week 9? Breaking down recent stats, trade deadline risks, and fantasy defensive matchups.