Jimmy Garoppolo

Week 8 at Los Angeles Rams

Jimmy Garoppolo had a decent game against the Chiefs last week, despite the lopsided outcome. He finished with 303 yards, two touchdowns, and a pick in a losing effort. Garoppolo isn’t known for prolific passing, but he now has three straight games with multiple touchdown passes and in a season where quarterbacks are a bit shaky week-to-week, he’s been a surprisingly viable streamer.

This week, Garoppolo has a tough matchup against Aaron Donald and the Rams. The Los Angeles defense ranks sixth in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks, and held Garoppolo to 239 yards and a lone touchdown pass back in Week 4 – though that was admittedly impacted by game script, as the 49ers controlled the game throughout. Expect a boost from the addition of Christian McCaffrey for a full week of practice, and we have Garoppolo ranked right in quality streaming territory this week.

Week 6 at Atlanta Falcons

Jimmy Garoppolo had an efficient 253 yards and two touchdown passes last week against the Panthers in a lopsided victory. He’s been steady since taking over for the injured Trey Lance, but he hasn’t put up big fantasy numbers, as has been the case throughout his career.

Garoppolo has some streaming value in a great matchup against an Atlanta defense that ranks 28th in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks. If you need a bye week filler or have been struck by injuries, pick up Garoppolo for this week.

Week 4 vs. Los Angeles Rams

Jimmy Garoppolo struggled along with almost every other offensive player on the field last week against the Broncos, throwing for 211 yards, a touchdown, and a pick. Garoppolo has never really been a steady fantasy option, capping out at QB2-level value in most weeks. He had uneven performances against the Rams last year and with star LT Trent Williams likely out for some time, it’s going to be difficult for Garoppolo to produce against a tough defensive line. Sit him.