The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to face off against the New York Jets today. Here’s a breakdown of the key players to start, sit, or keep an eye on:
Start ‘Em
- Baker Mayfield: Mayfield has been impressive so far this season, throwing multiple passing scores in 14 of his last 19 games. He’s a safe bet to deliver strong numbers against the Jets.
- Emeka Egbuka: The rookie receiver has been solid in his first two games and should continue to see targets against the Jets, who will likely focus on Mike Evans. Egbuka’s 44% route participation in the slot could lead to significant production.
- Bucky Irving: He’s a must-start according to fantasy projections. Given the Bucs issues on the offensive line, look for Irving to have an increased workload.
Sit ‘Em
- Rachaad White: White’s role in the Buccaneers’ backfield might be limited, making him a sit.
- Cade Otton: Otton’s production has been inconsistent, and he might not be a priority target for Mayfield.
Sleepers
- Mike Evans: A tough matchup with Sauce Gardner, but Evans’ volume (19 targets in the last two games) might make him worth a look.
- Tez Johnson: Hell, I don’t even know if Tez Johnson will be active against the Jets. But we’re big Tez Johnson fans here. So… Johnson, a seventh-round pick from Oregon, could make an impact in the Buccaneers’ receiver room. Despite being small in stature, he’s consistently produced in his college career and might fly under the Jets’ radar.
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