Who Should I Start? KhaDarel Hodge or Jack Bech

Sunday, January 5, 7:53 AM

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge should not be considered a playable option despite a possible opportunity Sunday against Carolina. With the Falcons unlikely to have wide receiver Darnell Mooney (shoulder), the Falcons have an opening, but the journeyman receiver hasn't been reliable enough to count on in Week 18. Earlier this year, he one catch against Dallas despite playing 81% of offensive snaps. Hodge has just one catch in the past five weeks total, a rookie quarterback in Michael Penix Jr., and a solid Atlanta running game that figures to be the central part of the gameplan on Sunday. Managers in formats that play Week 18 have better options elsewhere.

Friday, September 5, 8:01 PM

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Jack Bech opens his career in a reserve role, buried on the depth chart behind Jakobi Meyers, Dont'e Thornton Jr., and Tre Tucker. While the No. 58 overall pick carries long-term appeal, particularly as a potential down-the-road replacement for Meyers, his Week 1 outlook is limited. The Raiders' run-heavy approach and crowded receiver room leave little room for Bech to carve out immediate value. Dynasty managers should continue to stash him, as his skill set suggests eventual fantasy relevance. In redraft leagues, however, Bech is safe to drop in favor of players with clearer early-season opportunities.