The New England Patriots (6-2) will host the Atlanta Falcons (3-4) 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 DeMario Douglas.
Is DeMario Douglas Playing in Week 9?
Douglas is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Patriots’ 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 Douglas in Week 9?
Drake Maye has been better than anyone thought he’d be this season. That’s not to suggest that he’ll decline, but if he’s functioning at the peak of his current powers and DeMario Douglas has yet to catch more than three passes in a game, shouldn’t that tell us something?
His one grab against the Browns last week was a fun one (44-yard gain), but this is a 5’8″ player whose NFL skill is to work open in quick windows.
That’s not something that Maye is looking for, and with the wins flowing in, I can’t imagine that we see this zebra change his stripes. Douglas’s profile doesn’t come with the type of floor or ceiling that makes much sense rostering, so I’d be inclined to cut ties and either look for a receiver seeing a handful of looks per game or secure a handcuff running back that is an injury away from being viable.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Douglas’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Douglas is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 9 Weather Impact: Falcons at Patriots
The forecast for kickoff is 51 degrees Fahrenheit with 14 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.