The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, currently boasting a league-leading 4-1 record, face a significant challenge as they dive into the crux of their schedule.
This Sunday, they’ll host the San Francisco 49ers, who are also riding high with an identical 4-1 record. Notably, the Buccaneers will be without key wide receivers Chris Godwin (out with a fibula injury) and Mike Evans (sidelined by a hamstring injury), though rookie Emeka Egbuka has impressively stepped up with 25 receptions for 445 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Start ‘Em
– Baker Mayfield: Top QB1 play, averaging 21.1 fantasy points per game, facing a 49ers defense allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks. Expect strong passing production.
– Rachaad White: Solid RB1 option, involved in both rushing and passing game, with 23 carries for 108 yards and 1 touchdown, plus 8 receptions for 34 yards this season. Bucky Irving’s absence (foot injury) boosts his role.
– Emeka Egbuka: Must-start WR1 with 25 receptions, 445 yards, and 5 TDs, now the clear top receiver with Mike Evans (hamstring, out multiple weeks) and Chris Godwin (recovering, but expected back soon) sidelined or limited. Heavy target volume ahead.
Sit ‘Em
– Buccaneers Defense: Consider sitting the Buccaneers’ defense in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers. SF’s offense might pose a challenge for Tampa Bay’s defense. Additionally, with some injury concerns in the Buccaneers’ secondary (e.g., Zyon McCollum, Benjamin Morrison out), the 49ers could exploit these weaknesses, making the Bucs’ D a riskier fantasy play.
Sleepers
– Sterling Shepard: Could offer flex value with increased targets due to Evans’ and Godwin’s absence.
– Cade Otton: Might see more targets and red-zone opportunities, providing sneaky TE fantasy value.
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