The Dynasty Aftermath: Things I Want to See Saquon Barkley Hurdle

Fantasy MVP of the Week

There was a time when Jaxon Smith-Njigba was regarded as the single best wide receiver prospect in all of college football. After all, he simply looked like the best player on the Ohio State roster that also included players like Chris Olave and Marvin Harrison, Jr. However, the start to his career just hasn’t gone to plan as he’s been decent, but far from a star. This week was markedly different as JSN posted a 7/180/2 gem with DK Metcalf on the shelf. This will likely be his best game all year, but it gives us another glimpse at the talent he has

Fantasy LVP of the Week

I usually don’t add players who get hurt in this column, but this is the best spot to mention Chris Olave, who had just one catch for 13 yards before leaving with another concussion. Olave has now had five documented concussions and two really close to each other. Olave is starting to reach Tua Tagovailoa worry-like levels as this pattern has to change or his career is going to be shortened.

The Unbeatable Lineup of the Week

QB Joe Burrow CIN = 251 passing yards, five total touchdowns
RB De’Von Achane MIA = 63 rushing yards, eight catches, 58 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Saquon Barkley PHI = 159 rushing yards, three catches, 40 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Alvin Kamara NO = 155 rushing yards, six catches, 60 receiving yards
WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba SEA = Seven catches, 180 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Garrett Wilson NYJ = Nine catches, 90 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Zay Flowers BAL = Five catches, 127 receiving yards, two touchdowns
TE Cade Otton TB = Eight catches, 77 receiving yards, one touchdown

The Underdog Lineup of the Week

QB Geno Smith SEA  = 363 passing yards, three touchdowns, three interceptions
RB Chase Brown CIN = 120 rushing yards, five catches, 37 receiving yards, one touchdown
RB Rhamondre Stevenson NE = 16 rushing yards, five catches, 38 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Rico Dowdle DAL = 75 rushing yards, five catches, 32 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR DeAndre Hopkins KC = Eight catches, 86 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Demarcus Robinson LAR = Six catches, 94 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Courtland Sutton DEN = Seven catches, 122 receiving yards
TE Mike Gesicki CIN = Five catches, 100 receiving yards, two touchdowns

The Disappointing Lineup of the Week

QB Joe Flacco IND = 179 passing yards, one interception
RB Braelon Allen NYJ = Nine rushing yards
RB Audric Estime DEN = 35 rushing yards
RB Tank Bigsby JAX = 22 rushing yards
WR Diontae Johnson BAL = No catches
WR Chris Olave NO = One catch, 13 receiving yards
WR Michael Pittman IND = One catch, 14 receiving yards
TE Cole Kmet CHI = No catches

Gut Checks

I’d be worried if I thought Davante Adams was out of the woods.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t looking to cash out on Cade Otton.

I’d be worried if I had given up on Jalen Hurts.

I’d be worried if I needed last year’s numbers from Tyreek Hill.

I’d be worried if I thought Chuba Hubbard was going to just go away.

I’d be worried if I needed vintage Keenan Allen.

I’d be worried if I was ignoring Cedric Tillman.

I’d be worried if I needed consistency from Caleb Williams.

I’d be worried if I thought Kyle Pitts was out of the woods.

I’d be worried if I had Breece Hall as my RB1.

I’d be worried if I was counting on Cole Kmet.

I’d be worried if I was underestimating De’Von Achane.

I’d be worried if I needed those numbers from Patrick Mahomes each week.

I’d be worried if I needed CeeDee Lamb to dominate this month.

I’d be worried if I was ignoring the great play of Darnell Mooney.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t really impressed with Baker Mayfield.

I’d be worried if I sold cheap on Jordan Addison.

I’d be worried if I thought Brock Bowers was going to fade with anyone at quarterback. He’s too good.

I’d be worried if I needed Dak Prescott soon.

I’d be worried if I thought Cooper Kupp wouldn’t have something to say about who wins your league.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t kind of excited about Quentin Johnston.

I’d be worried if I was playing against Derrick Henry.

I’d be worried if I was concerned about Puka Nacua long-term.

I’d be worried if I overvalued Jaylen Warren at the beginning of the year.

I’d be worried if I missed out on Chase Brown.

I’d be worried if I thought I knew what to expect from Mark Andrews.

I’d be worried if I was concerned about Kyler Murray. It was one bad game.

I’d be worried if I was counting on DJ Moore.

I’d be worried if I was ignoring the past couple of games from Courtland Sutton.

I’d be worried if I needed any Tampa Bay running back.

Dynasty Rookie Rankings

Always check our latest rankings to see the updates throughout the week. These rankings are simply my own.

1.) Marvin Harrison Jr WR ARI
He’s had some clunkers, but I still like him here.

2.) Malik Nabers, WR NYG
Limited with Jones.

3.) Brock Bowers, TE LV
Like Nabers, what could he be with a better quarterback?

4.) Brian Thomas, WR JAX
He just continues to have one of the highest floors in regards to rookies in recent memory.

5.) Rome Odunze, WR CHI
Finally.

6.) Jonathon Brooks, RB CAR
Game time!

7.) Jayden Daniels, QB WAS
He’s pretty good.

8.) Keon Coleman, WR BUF
Liking what I see.

9.) Xavier Worthy, WR KC
I’m getting a little concerned here.

10.) Ladd McConkey, WR LAC
Monster week from him has him back in the top ten.

AI Question of the Week

I’d watch that. See you next week for the Dynasty Aftermath.