The Chicago Bears (4-3) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals (3-5) 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 Luther Burden III.
Is Burden Playing in Week 9?
Burden (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game at Cincinnati.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bears’ 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 Burden in Week 9?
Luther Burden exited last week’s loss to the Ravens with a head injury and isn’t the type of player we need to be patient with.
The rookie entered the season with some hope, but considering that he has more games without multiple receptions than with, there’s no reason to stay married to this preseason take.
Caleb Williams needs to play better, and this is as good a get-right spot as there is, but his turning things around will benefit at least three other pass catchers more than Burden, and that’s what I have no interest in holding him at the end of benches.
“What do you win if you win?”
The absolute best-case scenario for Burden at this point is that he’s a gadgety player that you never know what you’re signing up for.
I have higher standards.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Burden’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Burden is projected to score 12.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Burden to have 2 receptions for 16 yards and 0.0 touchdowns. Burden could also add 53 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: Bears at Bengals
The forecast for kickoff is 55 degrees Fahrenheit with 8 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.