Who Should I Start? Parker Washington or Braelon Allen

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Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
16.1 0.6 0.0 5.2 77.9 0.5

Parker Washington News

Parker Washington Finds Himself in Must-Start Territory for Week 4

Saturday, October 3, 11:19 AM

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington should be started in all fantasy football leagues ahead of Week 4 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Washington is enjoying a terrific start to the season, ranking as the overall WR11 with 15 catches, 221 yards, and two touchdowns through three weeks. We knew Washington was headed for a breakout season this year, but he's still exceeding expectations as the clear-cut top fantasy receiver in Jacksonville. Not only has he been a top target for Trevor Lawrence, but he's also a must-start receiver in fantasy football, regardless of matchup. We have no concerns whatsoever about his matchup this week against the Bengals, who rank near the middle of the league with the 17th-most fantasy points allowed to wide receivers in 2026. Washington is an undisputed fantasy WR2 with WR1 upside.

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Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
12.4 59.3 0.5 1.9 13.7 0.1

Braelon Allen News

Braelon Allen Steps Into a Bigger Week 4 Role

Saturday, October 3, 7:27 AM

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen gets his first real chance to lead the backfield Sunday with Breece Hall (quad) ruled out. Allen has only 61 rushing yards and a touchdown on 19 carries through three games, but those numbers came while working behind Hall. The opportunity changes this week. Allen took the majority of the practice reps, while Isaiah Davis is also expected to see more work, so this shouldn't automatically be treated as a one-back setup. Still, Chicago has allowed 351 rushing yards and 5.1 yards per carry, which is a much friendlier spot than Allen could have asked for. RotoBaller has him at RB22 in its Saturday rankings. The committee risk is real, but Allen has enough projected work to be used as an RB2 or flex.

Parker Washington vs. Braelon Allen

Still trying to decide between Washington and Allen? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Parker Washington is projected to score 16.1 points this week while Braelon Allen is projected to score 12.4 points.