The New Orleans Saints (1-7) will visit the Los Angeles Rams (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 Rashid Shaheed.
Is Shaheed Playing in Week 9?
Shaheed (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game at the Rams, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Saints’ 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 Shaheed in Week 9?
We obviously aren’t talking about much of a sample size from Tyler Shough, but what we have seen up to this point works in the favor of Rashid Shaheed.
Usage With Tyler Shough Under Center
- Shaheed: 8 targets on 23 routes
- Juwan Johnson: 6 targets on 30 routes
- Chris Olave: 6 targets on 31 routes
Shough missed Shaheed on what probably should have been a 34-yard touchdown last week. Missed opportunities, sadly, are going to be a part of the experience in New Orleans until they solve the quarterback position, and that’s why I don’t think you can feel great about Shaheed as a flex option.
Not yet.
Give me another week of plus-volume, and I may change my tune. But Olave does profile as the stronger target earner, and I very much am skeptical about betting on two members of this offense succeeding in a way that matters to us.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Shaheed’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Shaheed is projected to score 11.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Shaheed to have 3 receptions for 56 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Shaheed could also add 5 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: Saints at Rams
Since the Rams 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.