The San Francisco 49ers (5-3) will visit the New York Giants (2-6) in Week 9. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Kendrick Bourne.
Is Bourne Playing in Week 9?
Bourne is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the 49ers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Bourne in Week 9?
With reinforcements seemingly on the way for the 49ers, Kendrick Bourne is trending off of fantasy rosters with a total of six targets and 58 yards over the past two weeks.
He’s not a bad player, and this is a great system, but it’s hard to pencil him in for much in the way of opportunities when Ricky Pearsall or Brandon Aiyuk return, not to mention when both are there.
Due to the lengthy injuries to those ahead of him on the depth chart, I’d keep Bourne rostered. If he’s penciled into the WR2 role in a Kyle Shanahan system, you could do far worse when it comes to streamers.
Be ready to pivot with time, but for right now, he’s a low-end flex that you should only consider deploying if absolutely pressed (under 45 receiving yards in five of his seven games).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Bourne’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Bourne is projected to score 11.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Bourne to have 4 receptions for 51 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Bourne could also add 4 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 9 Weather Impact: 49ers at Giants
The forecast for kickoff is 58 degrees Fahrenheit with 14 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
