Week 4 of fantasy football is here, and the summer fun is officially over. But don't worry, the excitement is just beginning! We're diving deep into the latest rankings, providing insights to help you navigate your tough lineup decisions and uncover hidden gems. This week, we're focusing on identifying potential sleepers who could significantly boost your team's score. We'll also highlight some players you might want to consider benching, even if it feels counterintuitive.
Our rankings consider a 4-point scoring system for quarterback touchdowns and 6 points for all other touchdowns, using a Half-PPR scoring format. Keep in mind that these rankings represent a general starting point; your specific lineup decisions should account for individual matchup dynamics and your team's unique needs. For instance, you may prioritize a high-upside player even if they carry a higher risk.
While some might consider ice cream sandwiches overrated (boring, soggy, and melting!), our fantasy football rankings are anything but! This week's analysis offers much more than just simple positional rankings; it’s a strategic guide to help you dominate your league. The rankings are available for download (link added Thursday). This detailed analysis will help you choose the right players and guide your strategic decisions.
This analysis is brought to you by Jake Ciely, a senior fantasy writer for The Athletic, award-winning analyst, and self-proclaimed ranking prodigy (with a penchant for candy, movies, video games, cereal, and even DuckTales!). Be sure to check out Jake's other work and follow him on Twitter at @allinkid. Remember to #CheckTheLink and #BanKickers. Good luck this week!
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Originally published at: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6655958/2025/09/24/fantasy-football-rankings-week-4-sleepers-projections-starts/
