The Houston Texans (3-4) will host the Denver Broncos (6-2) 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 Jaylin Noel.
Is Noel Playing in Week 9?
Noel is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ 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 Noel in Week 9?
Week 8 was funny for the secondary Texan receivers.
On one hand, if you played any of them, you were okay with the production.
On the other hand, did any of them really change how you view them moving forward? The injuries to Christian Kirk and Nico Collins opened up a ton of opportunity last week, so it was good to see some signs of hope down the depth chart a bit.
That said, with the targets essentially being spread evenly, I worry that when Collins and/or Kirk return, the risk outweighs the reward for both rookie receivers in Houston.
I loved seeing the creativity with running Jaylen Noel downfield on a 44-yard catch in the second quarter, and that’s why he’s my favorite moving forward among the non-established WRs on this roster.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Noel’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Noel is projected to score 10.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Noel to have 3 receptions for 51 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Noel could also add 2 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: Broncos at Texans
Since the Texans play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 9 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.