The New York Jets (0-5) will host the Denver Broncos (3-2) in Week 6. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding QB Justin Fields.
Is Justin Fields Playing in Week 6?
Fields is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Jets’ 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 Justin Fields in Week 6?
Similar to Daniel Jones, Justin Fields was more of a passer than a rusher on Sunday and I liked what I saw.
No, 46 pass attempts isn’t going to be the new norm, and you shouldn’t want it to be, but he took advantage of a favorable matchup. Fields completed eight of 10 third-down passes, showing that he at least needs to be planned for as a passer in those drive-extending spots.
There was some garbage-time boosting of numbers, but that’s part of the deal when you roster a QB on a below-average team.
I find it unlikely that we see an efficient day through the air in this much more difficult matchup, and we just saw these Broncos bottle up the most run-oriented offense in the league. There are a handful of quarterbacks this week in tough spots (Jared Goff and Patrick Mahomes facing one another, Bo Nix against the Jets, and Jaxson Dart squaring off with the Eagles), and they all occupy a tier just outside of my top 10.
For the record, I have Fields atop that tier, but I do think there’s a real chance this is his worst full game of the season to date (Week 2 in Buffalo doesn’t count).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Fields’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 6
Fields is projected to score 16.0 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Fields to throw for 153 yards and 0.9 passing touchdowns with 0.6 interceptions. Fields could also add 48 rushing yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 6 Weather Impact: Broncos at Jets
The forecast for kickoff is 56 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
