Week 17 vs. New England Patriots
Stefon Diggs had five receptions for only 29 yards last Saturday as his mini slump continues. He was under double-digit targets for the second straight week and hasn't had a 100+ yard receiving game since Week 6. The Bills offense has played better in recent weeks, but it hasn't helped his production.
Diggs faces the Patriots who are 24th in aFPA to wide receivers. In the first meeting with New England, he had six receptions for 58 yards and a touchdown and also had double-digit targets.
Start Diggs for Week 17 but not in his usual WR1 ranking. He comes in this week as a high-end WR2 against the Pats. He has definitely been a fantasy disappointment over the past several games and can't be counted on to come out of it this week.
Week 16 at Los Angeles Chargers
The Bills only threw the ball 15 times last Sunday and five of those targets were to Stefon Diggs. The numbers weren't great but considering the lack of passing, Diggs still ended up with four receptions for 48 yards. The problem wasn't that game but the two month stretch which has not seen him have 100+ receiving yards since Week 6. His stock has fallen as the season has progressed.
This could be a good week to get out of his slump as Diggs faces the Chargers who are ranked 27th in aFPA to wide receivers. The favorable matchup and the expectation that Buffalo will get back to throwing the ball 30+ times means Diggs is a good play this Saturday.
Start Diggs as a WR1 for Week 16. He should have a minimum of six receptions for 70+ yards and if they can hit a big play with him, he could finally eclipse the 100-yard mark again.
Week 15 vs. Dallas Cowboys
Stefon Diggs had double-digit targets for the second straight week, but his fantasy numbers were low once again. He ended up with four receptions for 24 yards. He hasn't had a 100-yard receiving game since Week 6 and has been over 75 yards only once since then.
Diggs faces the Cowboys who are ranked ninth in aFPA to wide receivers. It's hard to think this will be the week for him to come out of his slump.
Start Diggs but only as a low-end WR1 for Week 15. The targets the last two weeks are encouraging, but the matchup and recent numbers are the reason for a lower ranking than managers are used to.
Week 14 at Kansas City Chiefs
Before the bye week, Stefon Diggs had his first double-digit target game since Week 8. He also added his first touchdown in three games so you hope he is coming back to life after a mini-slump. We know he can be one of the most productive wide receivers in the NFL, but he disappears at times.
Diggs will face the Chiefs who are ranked 19th in aFPA to wide receivers. In the meeting with KC last season, he had 10 receptions for 148 yards and a touchdown. Bills fans are hoping for a repeat performance and although he probably won't put up those numbers, it should be a good day for Diggs.
Start him as a low-end WR1 for Week 14. The numbers were better last game, but overall the Bills need find more ways to get Diggs the football.
Week 12 at Philadelphia Eagles
Stefon Diggs has made waves with his body language and comments, but it's hard for that to work when the Bills win big and are committed to the run. He ended up with eight targets, but the fantasy numbers were still low. He hasn't had a 100+ receiving yard game since Week 6 or double-digit targets since Week 8.
Diggs will face the Eagles who have been vulnerable against the pass despite their winning ways. Philly is ranked 31st in aFPA to wide receivers. It's a great chance to get back on track for the Buffalo star receiver.
Start Diggs as a low-end WR1 for Week 12. Despite the favorable matchup, the recent production has us hesitant to think Diggs will put up one of those big games. However, he should still put up decent numbers.
Week 11 vs. New York Jets
Stefon Diggs had his worst game of the season and the drama continues in Buffalo, especially when he doesn't get the ball. He had season-lows in targets (5), catches (3) and receiving yards (34). Even though his managers were disappointed, that usually means the Bills will make a concerted effort to get him the ball.
It won't be easy against the Jets who are ranked No. 1 in aFPA to wide receivers. However, Diggs had 10 receptions for 102 yards and a touchdown in the first meeting with the Jets.
Start Diggs as a low-end WR1 for Week 11. Yes, that's lower than usual and we expect him to have a bounce back game, but New York's pass defense remains one of the best in the NFL so we will damper our expectations.
Week 10 vs. Denver Broncos
Stefon Diggs' four-game streak of double-digit targets was stopped but he still had good production with six receptions for 86 yards and a touchdown. He continues to be one of the best fantasy receivers, especially in PPR leagues. He now has at least six receptions in every game this season but has a new streak of sub-100-yard games which stands at three.
Diggs will face the Broncos who are ranked 17th in aFPA to wide receivers. This is a favorable matchup at home so we expect similar numbers to what he has put up all season.
Start Diggs as a top-five fantasy receiver again this week and let's see if he can get back over the 100-yard receiving mark for the first time in a month.
Week 9 at Cincinnati Bengals
Stefon Diggs has four straight games with double-digit targets and that's good news for his managers. Even though the overall numbers haven't been great, those targets are turning into receptions which especially helps in PPR leagues.
Diggs faces the Bengals who are ranked 19th in aFPA to wide receivers. Last season against Cincy, he had only four receptions for 35 yards in the playoff game. However, that is not the norm.
Start Diggs as a top-five fantasy receiver for Week 9. No matter what opposing defenses do to stop him, QB Josh Allen finds ways to get him the ball and he produces.
Week 8 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Stefon Diggs had double-digit targets for the fifth time in seven games. However, his four-game streak of 100+ receiving yards ended and the Bills lost. Diggs had a season-low 58 receiving yards, however, he did score a touchdown which helped his numbers.
Diggs will face the Buccaneers who are ranked 20th in aFPA to wide receivers. Usually when he has an off-game, Diggs bounces back and we expect with a favorable matchup that to happen.
Start Diggs as a top fantasy wide receiver for Week 8. Despite the short week when teams usually struggle on offense, we expect the Bills to be upset about the loss last week and put up points and fantasy numbers.
Week 7 at New England Patriots
Stefon Diggs had season-highs in receptions (10) and targets (16) last week and also recorded his fourth straight 100+ receiving yard game. Only down side was he didn't score a touchdown. He continues to be dominant no matter how much defenses key on him.
Diggs will face the Patriots who are ranked 10th in aFPA to wide receivers. Against New England last season, Diggs had 14 receptions for 196 yards and two touchdowns in the two games. The Pats have struggled in recent weeks although the defense has suffered because of a poor offense.
Start Diggs as a top-five fantasy wide receiver for Week 7. We expect another big day for him which should be similar to last year's performances.
