The NFL Sunday slate provided some interesting developments for fantasy football managers, with some unexpected player usage and changes in roles.
First, we saw a shift in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ backfield, with Jaylen Warren taking over the lead role from Najee Harris. Warren played twice as many offensive snaps as Harris, showing that he has become a key player in the Steelers’ game plan. With upcoming games against the Cincinnati Bengals and Seattle Seahawks, Warren could become a viable fantasy starter.
On the other hand, Saquon Barkley had a disappointing game, losing his passing-down role with the New York Giants. Despite being healthy, Barkley only played 50% of the offensive snaps, which raises concerns for his fantasy value going forward.
Looking ahead to the 2024 season, some teams have already started making changes to position groups, hinting at potential shifts in player usage and roles for fantasy football purposes.
For fantasy football managers looking for a competitive edge, these player usage insights and trends will be crucial in shaping their lineup decisions and strategy for future matchups.