Who Should I Start? Davante Adams or Chase Claypool

Saturday, November 8, 3:00 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams has five touchdowns over his last two games, and he'll look to build on his scoring tendencies during Sunday's Week 10 clash with the division-rival San Francisco 49ers. Adams already has eight trips to the end zone this year, tying his season totals from 2023 and 2024. He's averaging one score per game; extrapolated over a 17-game season, that would represent the second-best total of his career. We'll see if he can continue to score at this absurd rate, but even if he tails off slightly, he'll still be a solid fantasy WR1 every week. He has shown that he is matchup-proof and can co-exist alongside Puka Nacua, which is great news for Adams and his fantasy managers. He should be started in all leagues as he takes on a 49ers defense that has surrendered the sixth-most receptions and eighth-most receiving yards to opposing wide receivers in 2025.

Saturday, July 5, 10:37 PM

Free-agent wide receiver Chase Claypool (toe) is hoping to sign with an NFL team. The 2020 No. 49 overall pick was spectacular as a rookie, amassing 62 catches for 873 yards and 11 touchdowns. Since then, he hasn't been as productive. finding the end zone only six times. After stops in Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Miami, Claypool was in line to suit up for the Buffalo Bills heading into the 2024 campaign. Unfortunately, he tore a ligament and tendon in his toe before eventually being released by the team. With the injury behind Claypool, he is eager to get back on the field while claiming to be stronger and faster than ever. "I am back to being the strongest and fastest I've ever been and couldn't be more excited to step back out on the field and let my actions speak for themselves," said the 26-year-old. "I deeply and truly believe that the pieces will align, and I will work my way into the position to show off what's been suppressed these last two years." It appears he is more motivated than ever. Although Claypool should see attention from fantasy managers if he signs with a club, he could have a tough time getting close to the level of production he had in his inaugural year. Still, the wideout is worth monitoring in case he ends up inking a deal with a team where he'll have the opportunity to get involved.