Who Should I Start? Saquon Barkley or Puka Nacua

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Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
14.5 80.2 0.5 1.9 13.8 0.1

Saquon Barkley News

Saquon Barkley's Lack of Valuable Touches Affecting his Fantasy Value

Thursday, October 1, 2:48 PM

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has gotten off to a slow start to his 2026 season. In three games, Barkley has 34 carries for 174 yards and no touchdowns, along with three receptions for six yards. His current average of 6.5 half-PPR fantasy points per game ranks him RB37 on a per-game basis. While he's been efficient, averaging 5.1 yards per carry, his limited receiving and goal-line work with the Eagles' patented "tush push" have hurt his fantasy value early in the season. With tough matchups against the Los Angeles Rams and the Jacksonville Jaguars in the next two weeks, Barkley may be unable to rebound. Fantasy managers should remain wary of Barkley's ceiling given his lack of valuable touches, though he remains a strong RB2 moving forward.

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Week 4 Projections

Fant.
Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
18.3 3.0 0.0 6.2 86.4 0.5

Puka Nacua News

Puka Nacua Listed As Limited on Thursday, Says He Practiced In Full

Thursday, October 1, 3:03 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (groin) was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice as the team prepares to face the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite the limited designation, Nacua told the media after practice that he practiced in full, and head coach Sean McVay said Nacua is expected to play in Week 4. The superstar receiver has missed the past two weeks with a hip/groin injury stemming from a psoas issue he dealt with in training camp. When healthy, Nacua has been a monster, averaging 16.3 half-PPR fantasy points in his career. As they prepare to face an elite Philadelphia secondary, fantasy managers should temper expectations for the star receiver if he suits up on Sunday.

Saquon Barkley vs. Puka Nacua

Still trying to decide between Barkley and Nacua? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Saquon Barkley is projected to score 14.5 points this week while Puka Nacua is projected to score 18.3 points.