Who Should I Start? Jonnu Smith or Colston Loveland

Friday, September 26, 2:52 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith (hip) is questionable for Sunday's Week 4 matchup with the Vikings, to be played in Dublin, Ireland. Smith played a full allotment of snaps in the team's Week 3 win over the Patriots, but popped up on the injury report this week. After missing Wednesday's practice, he was a limited participant on Thursday and Friday, signaling that things are trending in the right direction. If Smith is unable to play on Sunday, Pat Freiermuth becomes an interesting fantasy option against a Vikings defense that has been the third most favorable matchup for tight ends through three weeks. Outside of the heavy usage of running back Jaylen Warren, the Steelers' passing attack has looked uninspired since Aaron Rodgers' surprise four-touchdown opener. Should Smith play, he deserves a look by fantasy managers based on the matchup alone, but there are likely better options available.

Saturday, September 27, 2:46 PM

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland (hip) is not expected to play in Week 4 against the Las Vegas Raiders due to a hip injury, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Loveland is off to a slow start to his NFL career, recording just three catches for 43 yards on six targets through three games. In his absence, veteran Bears tight end Cole Kmet could see more playing time in Week 4. Kmet has four catches for 70 yards and a touchdown on seven targets so far in 2025. He still profiles outside the fantasy top-12 at tight end, but Kmet could be a decent streaming option in Week 4.