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Every fantasy football season brings its own energy and challenges, and by Week 4, the identity of top wide receivers often starts to take shape. Managers are sifting through data and trends, searching for the hot hand, that emerging breakout, or the matchup too good to pass up. Knowing when to ride with a young star or pivot away from a slumping veteran can be the difference between a big win and a week full of regret. Deciding whom to trust at wide receiver gets complicated, but this is the time when keen observation and bold decisions can fuel a climb in the standings.
Start ‘Em
Matthew Golden, Green Bay Packers – Draws the Dallas Cowboys this week, and that defense has proven to be generous to opposing receivers. Dallas has been gashed for massive yardage and fantasy points in each of the past two games, including a 450-yard outing by Russell Wilson’s receivers, and now faces a wideout in Golden who thrives on the deep ball. Golden’s speed and big-play ability put him squarely on the radar as a strong start, especially in any league that rewards bonus points for long touchdowns.
Puka Nacua, Los Angeles Rams – Continues to be a target magnet for the Rams, racking up catches at a ridiculous rate. He has emerged as the security blanket for his quarterback, with a consistent double-digit target workload that ensures a high fantasy floor, regardless of opponent. His dependable involvement makes him a can’t-miss starter every week, but especially so in favorable matchups.
Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears – Is rapidly making himself a household name in Chicago. The second-year Bears receiver has hauled in four touchdowns through three games and has topped 60 yards in back-to-back weeks, finding the end zone against Dallas with a 35-yard score on the opening drive last week. Caleb Williams keeps looking his way, and in a pass-heavy offense, Odunze is on track to lead the team in targets. Even if his touchdown pace slows, the volume and explosiveness are enough to lock Odunze in as a WR1 for Week 4.
Tre Tucker, Las Vegas Raiders – Has quietly emerged as a significant piece of the Raiders’ attack. Over the last two weeks, he’s proven he can win deep as well as underneath, forcing defenses to pick their poison. This coming matchup spotlights his open-field ability versus a softer secondary, and the uptick in designed plays has turned him from a waiver-wire flier into a confident start for Week 4.
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions – Remains the heartbeat of Detroit’s offense. His chemistry with Jared Goff is obvious, and he consistently racks up yards after the catch. Opposing defenses haven’t found an answer, and the matchup this week should continue the trend. Fantasy managers can plug St. Brown in with absolute confidence, knowing the target count and red zone usage will be elite.
Sit ‘Em
Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals- Has struggled to find his rhythm this season. With the Bengals’ quarterback situation in flux, Higgins has seen his fantasy output drop and his opportunities dry up in key scoring chances. Until the offense stabilizes, there is too much uncertainty to trust him as more than a risky flex play.
Ja’Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals – Finds himself in a similar situation. With consistent pressure on the Bengals’ backup quarterbacks and defensive backs shifting extra attention his way, Chase has been unable to break loose for big plays. Fantasy managers hoping for a spike week may be left disappointed given the current state of the offense.
Calvin Ridley, Tennessee Titans – Looked promising in the preseason, but on-field chemistry with his new quarterback simply hasn’t materialized. Drops and a lack of red zone involvement have held Ridley back, and a stiff matchup this week only makes things tougher. Sitting Ridley may be the safe play until his usage and quarterback consistency improve.
In a season where momentum shifts quickly and depth charts can look different every Sunday, making assertive start or sit decisions will give fantasy teams a fighting chance. Each week is its own puzzle, but getting these wide receiver calls right is a step toward dominance by the time playoff dreams are made or broken. Trust the matchups, stay tuned for late-breaking news, and enjoy the ride. Fantasy glory goes to those who act with purpose and confidence.
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