The Washington Commanders (3-4) will host the Seattle Seahawks (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 Terry McLaurin.
Is McLaurin Playing in Week 9?
McLaurin (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against Seattle, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Commanders’ 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 McLaurin in Week 9?
In his return from the quad injury, Terry McLaurin was a part of a rotation. The game wasn’t competitive late, but even in the first half, Deebo Samuel was on the field for 81.3% of Washington’s offensive snaps while McLaurin, Luke McCaffrey, Jaylin Lane, and Chris Moore all checked in from 25-60%.
I expect that to change this week, barring any hiccups at practice, and that means you can feel fine about flexing McLaurin against the Seahawks.
Seattle has an above-average defense, but they have allowed an opposing WR to clear 18.5 PPR points in three of its past four games. We can argue as to who the top receiver is for the Commanders, but McLaurin is a part of that conversation, and that gives him top 15 upside for the week.
I rank him a little lower than that to adjust for the risk, but I’m starting him wherever I have him. I saw enough on Monday night to have me convinced that he is reasonably healthy.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McLaurin’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
McLaurin is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 9 Weather Impact: Seahawks at Commanders
The forecast for kickoff is 54 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
