Outlook Chig Okonkwo
Chig Okonkwo at San Francisco — Role Expanding in High-Scoring Matchup
Okonkwo has settled back in as Washington's starting tight end following a multi-week hamstring absence, earning 10 targets over his past two contests. With both Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs dealing with recent hamstring injuries, Okonkwo could see a noticeable uptick in targets over the middle as the Commanders try to keep pace in San Francisco.
Our models project Okonkwo for approximately 3.2 catches and 31 receiving yards (7.4 fantasy points) in a matchup featuring serious shootout potential. Rostered in only 6% of fantasy leagues, he isn't on standard-league radars yet, but he serves as an intriguing deep-league streaming dart throw given the potentially pass-heavy script.
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Outlook Kenny Gainwell
Secondary Committee Role Caps Fantasy Value Against Pittsburgh
Operating behind Bucky Irving in Tampa Bay's backfield, Kenny Gainwell continues to handle a complementary change-of-pace role. While the coaching staff noted an interest in getting him and Sean Tucker more involved, Gainwell has logged just seven carries over his last two games. With quarterback Baker Mayfield ruled out, this offense faces an uphill battle sustaining drives against Pittsburgh.
Our weekly projection estimates Gainwell for around 5.2 fantasy points on five carries and two to three catches. In a projected low-scoring environment with an over/under of 39.5, high-value scoring chances will be hard to come by. Currently started in just 16% of leagues, Gainwell does not see enough reliable volume to trust outside of extremely deep formats.
