Los Angeles Rams
Jordan Whittington 92%
When Puka Nacua got hurt, the Rams’ WR usage flipped out along with his fantasy managers. But with Matthew Stafford behind center, that creates immediate fantasy value to other pass catchers. Whittington became peanut butter to Davante Adams’ jelly, logging an encouraging 92% snap share without Nacua or Tutu Atwell (announced out before kickoff).
While his final stat line of three catches for 23 yards isn’t anything to write home about, we don’t care about the result; we care about the opportunity with a QB who has a pass-only mentality. The Rams coaching staff clearly trusted Whittington to handle an every-down role, and he was out there for nearly every single play. Matthew Betz notes the left ankle sprain is likely to keep Nacua out for Week 7.
With a phenomenal Week 7 matchup against a generous Jacksonville defense that ranks 26th against the position, Whittington has a clear runway to a productive week. Treat Whittington as a high-upside waiver claim who steps immediately into the FLEX discussion if Nacua is out.
Conclusion: Scoop up Jordan Whittington for FLEX appeal if Nacua can’t go.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Cade Otton 100% | Tez Johnson 72% | Sterling Shepard 49% | Kameron Johnson 49%
The Buccaneers’ receiving corps is in dire straits, creating a vacuum of opportunity for Cade Otton and backup WRs Tez Johnson and Kameron Johnson. With Mike Evans and Chris Godwin out, plus Emeka Egbuka leaving for a significant portion of the game due to injury, the trio all chipped in. Otton played an elite 100% of the snaps, while rookie Tez led the wideouts with 72% and Kameron matched Sterling Shepard with 49%.
The beneficiaries all delivered, proving they are fully capable of handling starter-level volume. Otton led the team with 5/51, while Kameron produced 4/64/1, and Tez provided a big 45-yard bomb. Evans may be back for Week 7, but someone else will have to play beside him. Shepard should fill the slot role, but Tez looks to have more all-around-the-formation opportunities.
They play the Lions this week, who are giving up the 29th-ranked 31.9 points per game to opposing WRs.
Conclusion: Otton is a fine TE pickup, while Tez Johnson/Sterling can fill in at WR3/FLEX if you’re desperate. Kameron Johnson could serve as an emergency play in deeper leagues.
Los Angeles Chargers
Kimani Vidal 67% | Hassan Haskins 31%
Vidal Sassoon looked as smooth as conditioner. The Chargers’ backfield has been decimated by injuries, forcing him into an immediate and massive role. With Najee Harris done for the season and rookie lead back Omarion Hampton placed on Injured Reserve (ankle), Vidal stepped up to command a clear majority of the workload. In his breakout performance in Week 6, Vidal logged 67% snap share, more than doubling the playing time of Hassan Haskins, who saw just 31%.
Rumors are swirling that the Bolts want to add an RB and may be looking to do so in a trade. Until that happens, ride Vidal Sassoon. Haskins remains a rotational piece (and excellent teammate/blocker downfield), but the deployment signals a clear hierarchy.
Conclusion: Start Kimani Vidal as an RB2/FLEX
Kimani Vidal this season
(per @FantasyPtsData)59.1% of his rushing att with zone runs
IND vs. zone runs
6th-highest yards per carry allowed (4.65)
5th-highest success rate allowed (54.5%) pic.twitter.com/HXbDe7Ujdl— Derek Brown (@DBro_FFB) October 14, 2025
Chicago Bears
Olamide Zaccheaus 84% | Luther Burden III 23% | Colston Loveland 42%
The significant development for the Chicago pass-catchers centers on the health of DJ Moore, who was transported by ambulance to a local hospital after the Week 6 game and stayed overnight for precautionary evaluation. While coach Ben Johnson has reported Moore is “day-to-day,” the sudden scare highlights the immediate domino effect on the Bears’ receiving corps. Moore, who was able to log a 94% snap share before the incident, would leave a massive void. Zaccheaus saw a season-high 84% snap count alongside Rome Odunze, who played 97%.
At the TE position, the deployment shift is less about injury and more about the return of a key player. Rookie Colston Loveland (who was questionable) returned and immediately logged 42% of the snaps. This usage came at the expense of veteran Cole Kmet, whose own snap share plummeted to 52%, which is the first time he was under 90% all season. Loveland’s snap count increase suggests the coaching staff is committed to integrating him into the offense as a legitimate rotational or split-role pass-catcher after taking him 10th overall in this year’s draft.
If Moore is out, Zaccheaus becomes a floor waiver claim as he has already proved capable of heavy snaps. However, Burden has more upside. There’s a reason Zaccheaus has bounced around the league the last few years, and Burden’s talent (and draft capital) could help him secure the WR2 spot. Loveland is a strong candidate for an immediate deep-league streamer or priority bench stash who could emerge as a valuable second option at TE for the remainder of the season.
Conclusion: Pick up Burden and Loveland for the ROS upside. Grab Zacchaeus in deeper leagues.
Tennessee Titans
Tony Pollard 43% | Tyjae Spears 59%
The Titans’ backfield usage took a notable turn in Week 6, as Tyjae Spears out-snapped Tony Pollard for the first time this season, thanks to Spears’ return from injury. Pollard’s 43% snap share marked a sharp decline from his early-season average of 85%, and it coincides with a visible drop in rushing efficiency. Spears, meanwhile, logged a season-high 59%.
With the Titans firing head coach Brian Callahan, it will be interesting to see how the RB room (and the team as a whole) performs moving forward. Grab Spears to see what happens.
Conclusion: Hold Spears.
Arizona Cardinals
Marvin Harrison Jr. 23% | Michael Wilson 75% | Zay Jones 79% | Greg Dortch 44%
The Cardinal’s WR room will be something to watch as Marv goes through concussion protocol this week. Zay Jones reclaimed a near-every-down role (79%) while Michael Wilson maintained his steady workload (75%). THE DORTCH (Greg, as his mother calls him) also got some work. Should Harrison miss additional time, Wilson or Jones could step in as outside WRs.
Conclusion: Grab Wilson or Jones as a wait-and-see emergency WRs this week.
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