Drew Stanton

Week 16 vs. New York Giants

The Cardinals will try Drew Stanton at quarterback again this week after three sub-par performances by Blaine Gabbert. Stanton has never been a productive fantasy option when given the opportunity to play, and he’s looked ineffective this season as well. In three appearances, he’s completing only 48.4% of his passes and has thrown 3 touchdowns and 2 interceptions.

Stanton has a little upside this week going up against a Giants team that just allowed 4 touchdowns to Nick Foles, but with his track record and how badly the Arizona offense has struggled lately, Stanton should probably remain on waivers.

Week 9 at San Francisco 49ers

Drew Stanton struggled after Carson Palmer went down in Week 7 against the Rams. With a bye week to get acclimated as the starter, one would hope Stanton would be more prepared and do better than his 66 yards and a pick that we saw against the Rams. It’s hard to expect too much from a guy with a career 65.1 passer rating, though.

This week should spell success for most quarterbacks, as the 49ers have given up 14 passing touchdowns so far this year, and only the Colts are allowing more total points per game. However, there’s no reason to think Stanton will suddenly become a reliable fantasy starter at age 33. Owners are likely better off leaving him on waivers.

Week 6 vs. New York Jets
Drew Stanton had a pair of touchdowns last week against the 49ers, but the Cardinals went with a conservative game plan and he only had 124 yards. Carson Palmer should be back this week, but if he isn’t, then Stanton is an above-average streaming option for this week only against a Jets defense that has allowed 12 passing touchdowns so far this year. If you’re a Palmer owner, you might want to eye the waiver wire and make sure Stanton is available in case of any last minute setbacks.