Brian Thomas Jr.orRashod Bateman?
Week 3 start/sit decision, wide receiver versus wide receiver.
Our call
Start Brian Thomas Jr.
This one is close: Brian Thomas Jr. projects 0.1 half-PPR points ahead of Rashod Bateman, well inside a normal week's swing. Lean Brian Thomas Jr., and let news and your league's scoring break the tie. The New England Patriots have allowed 6% fewer fantasy points to WRs than average. The Dallas Cowboys have allowed 24% more fantasy points to WRs than average.
| Stat | Brian Thomas Jr.WR, JAX, Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 p.m. ET | Rashod BatemanWR, BAL, Sun, Sep 27, 4:25 p.m. ET |
|---|---|---|
| Half-PPR projection | 6.9 | 6.8 |
| PPR projection | 8.5 | 8.2 |
| Standard projection | 5.3 | 5.5 |
| Rank this week | WR51 | WR52 |
| Matchup | vs NE | at DAL |
| Injury | None | None |
| 2026 points per game | 5.5 | 9.2 |
| Last season per game | 8.2 | 3.5 |
| Snap share, last game | 54% | 93% |
| Trade value | — | — |