Analyze Jaxon Smith Njigba's matchup for week 9
JSN faces the league’s fourth-most generous defense to WRs, projects for 9-11 grabs, 120-40 yards and multiple scores, and is an automatic start in every league.
Washington has allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to wideouts and has struggled all season against elite slot receivers—exactly where Skattebo does his damage. The Commanders’ blitz-heavy scheme actually boosts Sam Darnold’s downfield attempts, and Skattebo’s target share and production have both been elite since the Metcalf/Lockett departures.
Since Week 1 Skattebo has been WR3 overall, leads the NFL in receiving yards by nearly 100, owns a 69% catch rate and has topped 6 catches in four of five games.
He’s a locked-in WR1 and one of the safest bets for 20-plus points on the slate. Bench him only if you enjoy losing in Week 9.