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 QB Tyler Shough.
Is Tyler Shough Playing in Week 9?
Shough is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
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 Shough in Week 9?
Shough threw 30 passes in what was essentially extended mop-up duty last week against the Buccaneers, and he predictably struggled (17-of-30 for 128 yards and an interception).
I’m not the least bit confident that he turns into even a top 20 QB the rest of the way, but there are talented players by his side, and that, at the very least, makes him interesting in Superflex situations.
The Saints still have both Carolina games ahead of them in addition to matchups with the Dolphins (Week 13) and Titans (Week 17). In those deeper formats, if Shough can show signs of life, he might prove to be a worthwhile add.
I’m not counting on it, but in those formats, starting quarterbacks don’t live on the wire, and once Shough has this job, I suspect it’s his for the rest of the season.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Shough’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 9
Shough is projected to score 6.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Shough to throw for 97 yards and 0.6 passing touchdowns with 0.3 interceptions. Shough could also add 5 rushing yards and 0.1 rushing touchdowns on the ground.
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, the weather won’t affect this Week 9 matchup. Temperatures will be comfortable at 72 degrees Fahrenheit, with no wind.
