Who Should I Start? Tyler Johnson or Ben Skowronek

Saturday, November 8, 10:47 AM

New York Jets wide receiver Tyler Johnson can't be relied upon in Week 10 when his team squares off with the Cleveland Browns at home. The former Los Angeles Ram was New York's most productive wideout in their win over the Bengals in Week 8, corralling 3-of-5 targets for a team-leading 64 yards and a touchdown. Johnson's score was his first of the season, and he's now recorded at least three receptions and 60 receiving yards in back-to-back games. While the 27-year-old has ascended the wide receiver pecking order, his playing time seems doomed to take a hit with the addition of ex-Indianapolis Colt Adonai Mitchell. It's unknown if Mitchell will be active for Sunday's contest, although he's already making waves in practice and is listed second on the team's depth chart behind Garrett Wilson (knee). Even if Mitchell sits, Johnson will be tough to trust against a suffocating Browns defense. He's RotoBaller's PPR WR70 for this weekend's clash.

Friday, October 10, 11:49 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Ben Skowronek (illness) was limited in practice earlier this week but carries no injury designation into a Week 6 showdown with the Cleveland Browns. Although the fifth-year pro has just one reception this season, he could be in line for additional opportunities on Sunday with Calvin Austin III (knee) sidelined. Scotty Miller and Roman Wilson may also step into expanded roles, but Skowronek logged the most snaps of the three in Week 4 before the team's bye. He's also the only one with any meaningful fantasy output this year, taking his lone catch into the end zone for a 22-yard score back in Week 1. With the Browns stifling the run through the first five weeks, quarterback Aaron Rodgers could be forced to throw the ball early and often. Skowronek can't be considered a viable option in most redraft formats, but he does have some sneaky appeal as a deep-league dart throw.