The Minnesota Vikings (3-4) will visit the Detroit Lions (5-2) 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 Jordan Addison.
Is Addison Playing in Week 9?
Addison is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Vikings’ 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 Addison in Week 9?
Jordan Addison scored on Thursday night in Los Angeles because that’s what he does. The former Trojan has now caught 21 touchdowns in 36 career games, a rate that feels unsustainable, but in labeling it as such, I’ve missed out on much of his fantasy production over the past year.
Don’t get me wrong, his 13.3% target share from last week isn’t encouraging. That said, the QB play in Minnesota has been subpar for much of the season, and while I don’t think J.J. McCarthy channels his inner 2024 Sam Darnold, it does stand to reason that he improves with health and reps.
Addison may not do it in the same way every week, but he’s played four games this season, and he’s cleared 11.5 PPR points every time. There’s risk, but it’s largely mitigated by the upside: the Addison equation, for me, results in him being a strong flex play weekly, even if this matchup isn’t great.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Addison’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Addison is projected to score 13.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Addison to have 4 receptions for 57 yards and 0.6 touchdowns. Addison could also add 1 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: Vikings at Lions
Since the Lions 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.
