The Baltimore Ravens (1-2) will visit the Kansas City Chiefs (1-2) 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 WR Rashod Bateman.
Is Rashod Bateman Playing in Week 4?
Bateman is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Ravens’ 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 Rashod Bateman in Week 4?
Rashod Bateman had easily his best game of the season on Monday night against the Lions, hauling in five of seven targets for 63 yards and a three-yard score.
There is theoretical upside in Bateman. He has a defined skill set as a part of one of the five best offenses in the league. Teams can’t allocate safety help over the top because all hands need to be on deck to stop Derrick Henry from ruining the game, and Lamar Jackson has turned himself into one of the best pure passers in the league.
But if I can’t trust Zay Flowers and the tight ends in this offense, all of whom I think are more talented and vital to the success of this offense, how can I get there on the secondary receiver?
Trick question, I can’t.
Bateman is a perfect plug-and-play option that is essentially matchup-proof when you need him. If you’re battling injuries or byes throughout the season, he’s on the field for an offense that is going to score 25+ points more often than not.
But choosing to play him over players who mean more to their respective teams (There are obvious names, but I’m looking at the upside of a player like Matthew Golladay or Keon Coleman as similar players that I consistently rank higher) just isn’t going to happen for me.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Bateman’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 4
Bateman is projected to score 8.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Bateman to have 3 receptions for 39 yards and 0.2 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: Ravens at Chiefs
The forecast for kickoff is 91 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. Hot conditions may lead to fatigue in the second half.
