The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 1044: 10 Trends for Week 9
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Oct 29, 2025 Kayshon Boutte is on fire, raising questions about whether to sell high. Baker Mayfield's struggles continue with no rushing attempts and injury woes. The Bears are shifting to a run-heavy offense, impacting their passing game. Aaron Rodgers is pushing the ball downfield more than ever. In-depth analysis reveals Quentin Johnston's new role as a go-route specialist. The Falcons have the league's lowest passing touchdown rate, but their defense is vulnerable to TDs. It's a treasure trove of fantasy insights!
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Boutte's Hot Streak Exceeds Expectations
- Kayshon Boutte has dramatically outperformed his expected fantasy points over the last three weeks.
- His surge is tied to high route participation and explosive plays alongside Drake Maye, making him hard to sell high.
Mayfield's Rushing Drop Hurts Value
- Baker Mayfield's fantasy decline is linked to a sudden drop in rushing attempts over recent games.
- Mayfield has zero rush attempts since his earlier rushing pace and has noted knee and oblique injuries to monitor.
Ferguson Loses Target Share After Lamb Return
- Jake Ferguson's target share has fallen recently, likely due to CeeDee Lamb's return shifting targets.
- Dallas still offers a great offensive environment, but Ferguson is no longer a lock for top-three tight end status.