The Tennessee Titans (1-7) will host the Los Angeles Chargers (5-3) 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 RB Tony Pollard.
Is Tony Pollard Playing in Week 9?
Pollard is not on the injury report and, barring a surprise, is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Titans’ 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 Pollard in Week 9?
Pollard is fine, and fine isn’t going to cut it when you have a younger back breathing down your neck.
Pollard wasn’t great when Tyjae Spears was on the shelf to open this season, but he didn’t need to be; he was the only man for the job. He averaged 16.4 carries per game through the first five weeks, a role that was given, not earned (one 15+ yard rush on 82 attempts).
With Spears back, Pollard hasn’t reached a dozen carries in three straight and is trending in the wrong direction for a player with an out in his contract after this season. This isn’t even a Spears thing as much as it is a roster construction thing.
Cam Ward is viewed as the future of this franchise, and his meshing with a 24-year-old back is worth more than his getting comfortable with a 28-year-old.
Pollard should remain rostered in all formats due to his proximity to a 15-17 touch role, but he’s my RB2 in Tennessee moving forward, and that puts him outside of my top 30 when evaluating his value league-wide.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Pollard’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Pollard 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: Chargers at Titans
The forecast for kickoff is 57 degrees Fahrenheit with 3 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.