C.J. StroudorTrevor Lawrence?
Week 3 start/sit decision, quarterback versus quarterback.
Our call
Start C.J. Stroud
This one is close: C.J. Stroud projects 0.7 half-PPR points ahead of Trevor Lawrence, well inside a normal week's swing. Lean C.J. Stroud, and let news and your league's scoring break the tie. The Indianapolis Colts have allowed 14% more fantasy points to QBs than average. The New England Patriots have allowed 17% fewer fantasy points to QBs than average.
| Stat | C.J. StroudQB, HOU, Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 p.m. ET | Trevor LawrenceQB, JAX, Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 p.m. ET |
|---|---|---|
| Half-PPR projection | 17.0 | 16.3 |
| PPR projection | 17.0 | 16.3 |
| Standard projection | 17.0 | 16.3 |
| Rank this week | QB11 | QB14 |
| Matchup | at IND | vs NE |
| Injury | None | None |
| 2026 points per game | 16.8 | 16.1 |
| Last season per game | 14.9 | 19.9 |
| Snap share, last game | 100% | 100% |
| Trade value | — | 8 |