Who Should I Start? Michael Mayer or Ben Sinnott

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Week 2 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
7.7 0.0 0.0 3.7 33.2 0.1

Michael Mayer News

Michael Mayer a Strong Streaming Option on Sunday vs. Chargers

Friday, September 18, 3:15 PM

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer has big shoes to fill yet again in Week 2 against the host Los Angeles Chargers. With Brock Bowers (knee) doubtful to play on Sunday, Mayer inherits the TE1 role against a Bolts pass rush that allowed just 179.9 passing yards per game in 2025. Mayer was efficient in Week 1, catching six of seven targets and converting three first downs against the Miami Dolphins, though he logged just 32 yards and no touchdowns. Injuries have peppered the Notre Dame product's NFL career, and he has yet to play a full season since entering the league in 2023. However, his chemistry with new starting quarterback Kirk Cousins could lead to even more targets in Week 2. This is Mayer's opportunity to boost his production in Bower's absence, making him a viable streaming option.

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Week 2 Projections

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Pts.		 Rush.
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TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
3.6 0.0 0.0 1.6 15.0 0.1

Ben Sinnott News

Ben Sinnott A Deep Sleeper in Week 2 at Dallas

Saturday, September 19, 7:40 AM

Washington Commanders tight end Ben Sinnott is expected to see a larger role in Week 2 against the Dallas Cowboys with Chig Okonkwo (hamstring) ruled out. Sinnott played only 26.9% of the snaps and didn't see a target on 10 routes in Week 1's loss to the Eagles. Sinnott still played behind blocking tight end John Bates, but Sinnott profiles better to take on Okonkwo's receiving role. The 2024 second-round pick hasn't had much opportunity to produce in games so far, with only two career games above a 60% snap rate and 16 career receptions. Sinnott projects as a dart throw in a projected high-scoring Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys, ranking as RotoBaller's TE37 in PPR leagues.

Michael Mayer vs. Ben Sinnott

Still trying to decide between Mayer and Sinnott? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Michael Mayer is projected to score 7.7 points this week while Ben Sinnott is projected to score 3.6 points.