Alright, folks, let’s dive into my weekly ritual of setting my fantasy lineup. This week, it’s all about “Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em,” and I’m gonna walk you through my thought process, step by step.
First Look at the Matchups
First thing I did was pulled up the schedule for Week 4. You gotta see who’s playing who. I looked for teams with juicy matchups – you know, weak defenses, maybe some injuries on the opposing side. That’s where you can strike gold.
Checking My Roster
Then, I opened up my own team roster. I took a hard look at each player. Who’s been hot? Who’s been slumping? Who’s got a nagging injury that might limit their snaps? This is where I get real honest with myself, even if it means benching a big name.
Digging into the Stats
This is where it gets a bit nerdy. I spent some time checking out some key stats. Things like:
- Targets: For wide receivers and tight ends, how many times is the quarterback looking their way?
- Rushing Attempts: Are my running backs getting enough carries to be productive?
- Snap Counts: Is a player actually on the field enough to make a difference?
- weather: Are there some rain or storm on Sunday?
Making the Tough Calls
After all that research, it was time to make some decisions. For example, I had this one running back who’s been pretty good, but he’s up against a top-ranked run defense. So, even though it pained me, I decided to sit him. On the flip side, I found a wide receiver on my bench who’s been getting a ton of targets lately and has a great matchup, so I decided to start him.
The Final Lineup
Finally, I locked in my lineup. It’s always a bit of a gamble, but I felt good about my choices. I did my homework, I trusted my gut, and now it’s time to see how it all plays out. It can be adjusted before Sunday, so keep checking my roster and hope that things go well!
