Projected Ownership: 16.3%
Johnson was already a player who routinely commanded double-digit targets per game (5 of 7 games this season).JuJu Smith-Schuster and Chase Claypool’s absences make him a lock for a high target share. The Lions have allowed big performances to opposing #1 WRs all season, including 100-yard games from Cooper Kupp, Deebo Samuel, Davante Adams and Justin Jefferson.
Projected Ownership: 10.4% & 25.4%
Antonio Brown & Rob Gronkowski have already been ruled out for this matchup vs. Washington, who is the single easiest matchup in the NFL for WRs. We also have Chris Godwin listed as a game-time decision with a foot injury. Johnson provides much-needed salary relief this week and Evans presents a massive ceiling.
Projected Ownership: 16.3%
Pittman has performed in great matchups in the past, most recently his 10-86-2 performance against the Titans 2 weeks ago. A 25% target share against the Jaguars' 32nd ranked pass defense in DVOA is a worthy investment. The Colts are also expected to put up points in this game, currently with the 4th highest implied total of 28.75 points.
Projected Ownership: 5.3%
Williams has seen his role change over the last few weeks. After posting an average depth of target between 8-10 yards working as a true X receiver in Weeks 1-3, his ADOT has spiked to 14-16. Nonetheless, Williams faces a Vikings defense that is allowing the 4th highest deep pass rate in the NFL at 14.3% and is missing a bunch of key players.