Seattle Seahawks at Cleveland Browns: Who you should start this week
Last week simply just wasn’t in the cards for the Cleveland Browns and it carried over to fantasy. It's difficult to expect the players to score much when the team puts up a total of three points.
The 31-3 loss to the San Francisco 49ers is behind Cleveland and a new challenge is at hand. The Browns will host the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, back in the friendly confines of the 1pm [EST] time slot.
Another tough game for Cleveland, at least it’s a home game and some players could return from injury. We take a look at who you may want to take a look at in fantasy here!
For the Browns:
Nick Chubb - The Cleveland Browns do-it-all running back is a player you want in your lineup week after week. Chubb has produced all year long and hasn’t been under the double digit points threshold in fantasy this season.
Last week the Browns offense struggled again. Able to muster just three points from rookie kicker Austin Seibert, Nick Chubb still played well despite not finding the end zone.
Carrying the ball 16 times for 87 yards on the ground was a decent day for Chubb. Those numbers netted him 10.6 fantasy points, far from his best, but still a solid number.
Chubb is projected to have a big outing of 20.1 fantasy points. Running backs have found luck in the passing game against the Seahawks, a skill that Chubb has proven capable. The Browns offense has to bounce back after last week, so they should try to establish the run game early and let the offense flow from there.
Jarvis Landry - Landry may never be your favorite player on your fantasy roster, but over the last couple weeks he has produced.
A combined 12 catches and 242 yards the past two games has been a terrific sight for fantasy owners and Browns fans. Landry has been a sure hand for quarterback Baker Mayfield, able to find space to operate.
This week Jarvis will bring you fantasy points according to projections and we agree. Tabbed at 13.9 for the week, don’t be surprised to see him go over that mark if this offense can find their mojo. Week one the Cincinnati Bengals wideout John Ross absolutely torched the Seahawks secondary despite his struggles to this point in his career. Landry will be integrated into the playbook heavily once again and get his fair share of touches.
For the Seahawks:
Russell Wilson - Through five weeks Russell Wilson is a MVP candidate, deservedly so. The Seahawks leader has been better protected by his offensive line and it’s paying dividends.
Wilson has been one of the better scoring quarterbacks in terms of fantasy football this season. Three games of 24 or more fantasy points is nothing to sneeze at, including a 41 point performance against the Los Angeles Rams. The former Badger is yet to throw an interception this season while throwing 12 touchdown passes. Add in his two rushing touchdowns and the star quarterback is carrying your fantasy team.
Utilizing targets and spreading the ball around has been a big help for Wilson this season. Playing smart, better protection and playing freely have led the Seahawks to a 4-1 record. Projected to account for 20.4 fantasy points this week, Wilson is always a good decision.
The Browns starting corners are practicing, but it hasn't been confirmed they are playing. Either way, expect Russell Wilson to make things happen in First Energy Stadium.
Tyler Lockett - Tyler Lockett is one of the smartest players in the National Football League. That intelligence translate to the football field where he is Russell Wilson’s go-to guy.
Lockett will be a good start at either receiver position or the flex. Coming off a 14.3 fantasy point performance against the Los Angeles Rams, Lockett could keep that going. Slated to go for 15 points against the Cleveland Browns, he’s a prime target to start, maybe even in your daily fantasy.
So far this season the versatile playmaker has 379 yards to go along with three touchdowns and could be on the verge of a monster performance. Lockett is also a threat in the return game, he could break one loose, which would be bad for the Browns, but great news for fantasy owners. This season 30 catches on 36 targets, the stud wideout is one of the most efficient in the league.
Chris Carson - Carson is an underrated back who is doing good things in Seattle, putting up numbers. The former seventh round pick has had back to back 100+ yard performances and seems to be a spark for the Seahawk offense.
Grabbing 19.1 fantasy points last week against the Rams, Carson was tough. Over 120 total yards and a touchdown reception were big for Seattle in their one point victory over Los Angeles. The young running back is a check down option for Wilson that can work after the catch if given the opportunity.
Expect around 15 fantasy points for Chris Carson this week against the Browns. The strong back could have his way with the Browns if they perform as badly against the run as they did last week. With the toughness that Carson runs with, he can wear on defenses and break tackles.
