Rashod Bateman highlighted as fantasy start against Browns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

As Week 6 approaches, fantasy football analysts recommend Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman due to favorable matchups against the Cleveland Browns. Cleveland has allowed seven receiving touchdowns to wideouts this season, making Bateman's role more significant, particularly if Lamar Jackson returns from injury. Conversely, Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Chris Godwin is advised to be benched, given his lower ranking among wideouts. Houston Texans' Jaylin Noel is also a recommended start against Jacksonville, while Philadelphia Eagles' Dontayvion Wicks may benefit from an under-strength Panthers defense.
- •Bateman ranks as WR39; could see more targets if Jackson plays.
- •Godwin is positioned as WR49; analysts suggest sitting him.
- •Noel is listed as WR40 and carries risk due to competition.
- •Wicks leads Eagles with 260 receiving yards, facing a weakened Panthers defense.
- •Cleveland's defense has allowed significant production to opposing receivers.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Week 6 fantasy football WR start-sit: Chris Godwin, Rashod Bateman, Dontayvion Wicks
"Cleveland has surrendered seven receiving touchdowns to wideouts in five games, which boosts Bateman into starting lineups.
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