Who Should I Start? Michael Thomas or Diontae Johnson

Sunday, October 1, 10:27 PM

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas led the team in receiving in the 26-9 loss to Tampa Bay on Sunday. Thomas was targeted six times, hauling in four receptions for 53 yards. The New Orleans offense struggled, failing to score a single touchdown. Thomas' six targets were his season low, but he still managed to lead the team in receiving yards. He continued to prove that he has a reliable floor but a limited ceiling. Thomas and the Saints take on the New England Patriots in Week 5.

Monday, September 18, 6:50 PM

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed wide receiver Diontae Johnson (hamstring) and running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (knee) on Injured Reserve on Monday and promoted running back Qadree Ollison from the practice squad to the 53-man active roster in a corresponding move. Johnson will now have to miss four games after injuring his hamstring in the Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Pittsburgh also has a bye in Week 6, so the 27-year-old could return in Week 7 in a matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Fantasy managers should attempt to stash Johnson for now, as the 27-year-old should be heavily involved in the passing game once he's healthy again. In the meantime, George Pickens, Allen Robinson II and Calvin Austin III will be the team's three starting wideouts. Tight end Pat Freiermuth should also see an uptick in targets.