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As the fantasy football season barrels into Week 10, wide receivers continue to make or break lineups. Between injury shakeups, inconsistent quarterback play, and brutal bye weeks, fantasy managers have been forced to take bold swings on upside plays. With elite wideouts like CeeDee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase, and Rashee Rice sitting out on their byes, Week 10 will test roster depth and matchup savvy more than ever.
The good news is that a few offenses are poised for bounce-backs. In the same breath, a handful of ascending receivers are entering favorable matchups. Of course, others face brutal defensive assignments that could lead to major letdowns.
Ahead of Week 10 of the 2025 NFL Season, it’s time to see which RBs to start and which ones to sit in your fantasy football team.
Quentin Johnston reminded fantasy football managers why he’s worth holding onto. In the Chargers’ 27–20 win over the Titans, he caught four of five targets for 53 yards and a touchdown. He regained his role as a key outside weapon in Justin Herbert’s passing attack. His 23- and 19-yard receptions showcased his growing confidence and Herbert’s renewed trust in him.
Now, he draws one of the juiciest matchups of the week against a Steelers defense that’s been a funnel for opposing passing games. Expect Johnston to continue building momentum as Herbert’s deep and red-zone target. He’s a strong WR2 play with WR1 upside in what could be a high-volume passing day for the Chargers.
Speed remains the name of the game for Jameson Williams. He caught four of six targets for 66 yards and a touchdown in the Lions’ narrow Week 9 loss to Minnesota. Yes, Williams has battled inconsistency all season. That said, his big-play potential continues to flash.
Washington provides the perfect opportunity for a follow-up. The Commanders’ secondary has been torched for the third-most passing touchdowns this year. With Amon-Ra St. Brown commanding extra attention, Williams should see favorable one-on-one coverage. He could deliver another long score in this matchup.
Yes, we’re doubling down on Los Angeles. After a quiet two-game stretch (just six catches for 85 yards total), Keenan Allen is poised for a rebound. The Steelers have surrendered a league-high 129 receptions to wide receivers this season. With their pass rush struggling to generate pressure, Herbert should have ample time to find his favorite target.
Allen’s route precision and reliability in PPR formats make him nearly matchup-proof when healthy. Expect a return to double-digit targets and a strong chance at a touchdown.
Don’t let last week’s modest numbers fool you. Troy Franklin is trending in the right direction. He caught four passes for 24 yards, but more importantly, he earned 10 targets and played 80 percent of Denver’s offensive snaps. Over the last three weeks, he ranks seventh among all wideouts in targets.
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