Who Should I Start? Calvin Austin III or Rashid Shaheed


Week 9 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
7.7 0.0 0.0 3.2 35.7 0.2

Calvin Austin III News

Calvin Austin III Returning to Action on SNF

Saturday, October 25, 1:15 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder) was a full participant in practice all week and does not carry an injury designation into a Sunday night showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Operating as the team's WR2, Austin showed flashes of chemistry with quarterback Aaron Rodgers over the first four weeks of the season. While he's unlikely to outproduce DK Metcalf most weeks, Austin's explosiveness gives him big-play potential in the right matchups. The Packers have been middle-of-the-road against opposing receivers this season, and with this contest carrying a healthy projected point total, Austin could see a bump in usage. He's not quite on the fantasy radar in most formats, but the 26-year-old offers boom-or-bust flex appeal in deeper leagues.


Week 9 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
18.1 0.0 0.0 8.8 77.5 0.3

Rashid Shaheed News

Rashid Shaheed Available for Trade

Sunday, October 26, 8:17 AM

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed is reportedly available for trade ahead of the deadline. The Saints don't appear willing to move Chris Olave, but Shaheed can be moved for the right price. Coming into Week 8, Shaheed has 30 receptions for 356 receiving yards with two touchdowns. The 27-year-old is set to be a free agent after this season. He's not a No.1 wideout, but could still help a contending organization in need of a wideout. His fantasy value would likely rise on a better offense.


Calvin Austin III vs. Rashid Shaheed

Still trying to decide between Austin III and Shaheed? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Calvin Austin III is projected to score 7.7 points this week while Rashid Shaheed is projected to score 18.1 points.