Rankings / Week 9 analysis

Week 9 Start/Sit Rankings: The Lineup Tiebreakers

A short full-PPR decision board for close lineup calls.

Game week

2026 NFL Week 9 · Nov. 8–9, 2026. Advice applies to this week’s decision window.

1. Mike Washington Jr. — volume flex

The recent carry count gives him a path to usable points, though the San Francisco matchup keeps him below dependable starters.

2. Dylan Sampson — PPR flex if you need catches

I’d use Sampson over Washington if your matchup needs a receiving floor, but I prefer Washington in formats that don’t reward receptions.

3. Ashton Jeanty — sit if you have a steadier option

The Raiders’ recent division of work puts more of Jeanty’s value in receptions. I’d lean Washington for carries this week. A lineup sit isn’t a recommendation to drop Jeanty.

Sources

NFL waiver analysis: https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-fantasy-football-waiver-wire-week-9-jonah-coleman-mike-washington-jr-top-targets · NFL official injury report: https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-week-9-injury-report-2026-season