The Los Angeles Chargers (3-0) will visit the New York Giants (0-3) in Week 4. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Omarion Hampton.
Is Omarion Hampton Playing in Week 4?
Hampton is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Chargers’ 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 Omarion Hampton in Week 4?
I think the 25 touches last week for Omarion Hampton is probably a bit of a red herring the same way 16 targets for Hollywood Brown was in Week 1: a significant offensive piece goes down in game and a single player absorbs that entire role.
But maybe not?
Hampton turned those touches into 129 yards and a touchdown against the Broncos, a defense I certainly fear more than that of the Giants.
Najee Harris is done for the season, and while I think we get a decent idea this week of how much work Jim Harbaugh wants to put on his rookie’s shoulders, it’s important to remember that this is going to be a work in progress.
This offensive line isn’t very good, and it was just two weeks ago that Hampton touched the ball just nine times in a win over the Raiders.
Hampton and TreVeyon Henderson are the two running backs expected to see their value soar this week, and I think that’s right. I have both ranked as top 20 options at the position, though I do lean slightly in favor of Hampton for the rest of the season, if for no other reason than the Chargers don’t really have anyone left to push him.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Hampton’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 4
Hampton is projected to score 15.3 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Hampton to rush for 75 yards and 0.7 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 17 receiving yards and 0.1 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 4 Weather Impact: Chargers at Giants
The forecast for kickoff is 86 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. Hot conditions may lead to fatigue in the second half.
