Who Should I Start? Malachi Fields or Ted Hurst III


Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
6.8 0.1 0.0 2.6 31.7 0.2

Malachi Fields News

Malachi Fields' Target Volume Lacking Against Cardinals

Saturday, October 3, 6:42 AM

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields has hauled in six of 12 targets for 74 yards in three games to start the 2026 season. Despite a crowded training camp, Fields has stepped up as the WR2 in this offense, playing 74% of snaps and running 68% of routes. However, the Giants' offense under offensive coordinator Matt Nagy ranks 28th in pass attempts and 30th in pass rate over expected. With star receiver Malik Nabers and tight end Isaiah Likely dominating the volume in this passing attack, little is left for the rookie receiver. Fields faces an Arizona Cardinals secondary that has allowed the second-most fantasy points to wide receivers this season. The snaps and matchup are there, but Fields' Week 4 fantasy value will hinge on the Giants' willingness to throw to him against a struggling Cardinals secondary.


Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
6.2 0.4 0.0 2.2 29.4 0.2

Ted Hurst III News

Ted Hurst III is Too Risky To Start in Week 4

Friday, October 2, 1:28 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Ted Hurst III caught his first career touchdown during last week's loss to the Minnesota Vikings. That was his only catch of the game, but it looks like Hurst is gaining more trust in the offensive scheme. He should have a starting role going forward with Jalen McMillan (knee) landing on the Injured Reserve earlier this week. The rookie should see more playing time, but that doesn't mean he'll be a startable fantasy option right now. Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels will be taking over under center for at least the next three weeks. Hurst only saw three targets during last week's game. He's probably not worth starting in most formats, and at best, he'll be a touchdown-dependent option.


Malachi Fields vs. Ted Hurst III

Still trying to decide between Fields and Hurst III? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Malachi Fields is projected to score 6.8 points this week while Ted Hurst III is projected to score 6.2 points.