Fantasy football Week 4 start/sit recommendations include Mariota and McMillan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 10:51 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

As Week 3 of the NFL season wraps up, preparations for fantasy football Week 4 are underway. Washington’s Marcus Mariota emerges as a strong start against a struggling Colts defense after throwing three touchdowns last week. Carolina's Tetairoa McMillan is also advised as a starter, given his expected increase in targets. Players like Deebo Samuel of the San Francisco 49ers and Miami’s Ollie Gordon are noted as advisable sits for this upcoming week due to difficult matchups and uncertain projections. Full Week 4 analysis is provided for fantasy players seeking to optimize their lineups.
- •Mariota is a recommended start against the Colts in Week 4.
- •McMillan expected to see 10+ targets versus the Lions.
- •Samuel and Gordon are advised sits due to unfavorable matchups.
- •Chicago's Kyle Monangai may get more touches due to QB injuries.
- •Players should prepare lineup strategies ahead of Week 4 matchups.
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Early Week 4 fantasy football start/sit
"It's never too early to get prepared for the next week in fantasy football. Here's who to start and sit in Week 4.
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