The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-1) will host the San Francisco 49ers (4-1) 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 RB Rachaad White.
Is Rachaad White Playing in Week 6?
White is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Buccaneers’ 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 Rachaad White in Week 6?
We kind of know what Rachaad White is at this point, don’t we?
Through 55 career games, the 26-year-old is averaging 3.8 yards per carry while hauling in 89.4% of his targets.
He’s not a current-day Theo Riddick because he’s had moments where he’s been trusted with high levels of volume on the ground, but in terms of a strengths and weaknesses profile, it’s a similar look.
White was the lead back on Sunday in Bucky Irving’s absence (shoulder) and will be again this week. That role paired with his savvy in the passing game makes him a starter in most formats, but understand that the 14 carries for 41 yards from last week isn’t exactly an outlier.
If he can cash in the short carries, there is low-end RB1 potential to chase. The floor is enough to operate with confidence, especially after a week in this situation where Sean Tucker wasn’t a major factor.
I don’t think White has much of a chance to take work off of Irving’s plate long-term, but as long as the shoulder is bothering the starter, you’ve got a weekly asset on your hands, especially in PPR formats.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
White’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 6
White is projected to score 14.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project White to rush for 48 yards and 0.2 rushing touchdowns, while adding 4 receptions for 29 receiving yards and 0.3 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 6 Weather Impact: 49ers at Buccaneers
The forecast for kickoff is 88 degrees Fahrenheit with 17 mph winds. Moderate winds may affect deep passes and field goal attempts.
