A.J. Brown

Week 16 at Washington Commanders

A week ago, the Eagles' strong passing day against the Steelers was a welcome sight for A.J. Brown and his fantasy managers, after a run of low scores had him bordering on un-startable in fantasy. Assuming Brown can play through the knock he received late in the game in Week 15, he should once again be in the WR1 conversation in Week 16. He remains the leader on the target totem pole in a match-up against a Commanders side that, while ranking sixth in aFPA, has not proved A.J. Brown-proof in the past.

Week 14 vs Carolina Panthers

A.J. Brown is the WR8 in Half-PPR points per game this season, but he has been running particularly cold lately. Over the last five games, Brown has averaged just 11.2 fantasy points per game, a mark exceeded by 26 other wide receivers between weeks 9-13. On paper the Panthers are not a great matchup for Brown and wide receivers in general, ranking fifth in aFPA to the position. This is likely down to the fact that they can, and have been, had on the ground. But Brown’s command over all passing done by Jalen Hurts, plus the fact that he’s A.J. Brown, keeps him in the elite WR1 conversation. You should start him with confidence this week.

Week 12 at Los Angeles Rams

It’s been a quiet few weeks for A.J. Brown in fantasy terms. Brown is averaging a mere 9.5 Half-PPR points per game in the last four weeks. He is the WR9 in points per game this season, but his recent form is something of a worry for fantasy managers. He should be able to return to form against the Rams in Week 12, especially as they rank 27th in aFPA to wide receivers. A more pass-heavy game plan from the Eagles would be a boost to all their pass catchers, especially Brown.