Week 13 vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Austin Seferian-Jenkins didn't benefit from a big New York Jets passing day last Sunday with only 2 receptions for 27 yards. He was targeted 6 times, but couldn't connect enough with QB Josh McCown.
Seferian-Jenkins will face the Chiefs this week, who are ranked 16th in aFPA to tight ends. There are better options this week at tight end as ASJ rates only as a high-end TE2. Keep him on the bench.
Week 12 vs. Carolina Panthers
Austin Seferian-Jenkins had one of his better games in recent weeks with 6 receptions for 67 yards. But he has now gone three games without a touchdown. The Jets offense has been off in recent weeks and Seferian-Jenkins has not been effective in the red zone which explains the lack of TDs.
The Jets face the Panthers, who are ranked ninth in aFPA to tight ends. The tough matchup makes playing Seferian-Jenkins a tough call. He is a borderline starter for Week 12. However, if he is your best option, go with him.
Week 10 at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Austin Seferian-Jenkins was limited to 2 receptions last week, but remains a vital part of the Jets' offense, and has been a consistent red zone target.
He faces the Buccaneers this week, who are ranked 11th in aFPA to tight ends, but we expect him to have an active game on Sunday. Start Seferian-Jenkins as a low-end TE1 for Week 10.
Week 9 vs. Buffalo Bills
Austin Seferian-Jenkins continues to be an integral part of the Jets offense. He had 5 receptions for 28 yards last week, but he was held out of the end zone for the first time in four weeks.
The Jets face a Bills defense ranked 21st in aFPA to tight ends, so it is a decent matchup for Seferian-Jenkins. He definitely rates as a starter in the Week 9 Thursday Night primetime game, as he still remains a key target in the red zone.
Week 8 vs. Atlanta Falcons
This is one of those post-draft waiver pickups that can really boost a fantasy team. Austin Seferian-Jenkins' targets were down this week compared to the previous two games, but he did score a touchdown for the third straight game and has become a valuable red zone target for the Jets.
Atlanta is the next opponent and has been pretty good against tight ends, ranking fifth in aFPA to the position. Still, Seferian-Jenkins has been very consistent, and more importantly, involved in the offense, so he ranks as a TE1 again this week.
Week 7 at Miami Dolphins
Austin Seferian-Jenkins received a high rating last week and it paid off if you listened. He was targeted 11 times and caught a career-high 8 receptions. He also scored a touchdown for the second straight game.
Seferian-Jenkins worked his way into a TE1 rating and that continues this week against a Miami defense ranked 19th in aFPA to tight ends. Start Seferian-Jenkins as a solid fantasy tight end for Week 7.
Week 6 vs. New England Patriots
Austin Seferian-Jenkins might be the best overall fantasy option on the Jets. He was targeted a game-high 8 times last week, and although it only produced 29 yards, he did score a touchdown which is key at the tight end position.
Seferian-Jenkins has a great matchup this week against New England who is 27th in aFPA to tight ends. His fantasy stock has skyrocketed since he returned several weeks ago and Week 7 sees his highest ranking yet. Pick up Seferian-Jenkins and start him as a solid TE1 against the Pats.
Week 5 at Cleveland Browns
In two games now, Austin Seferian-Jenkins has 10 targets and 9 receptions. That's good news if you took a chance on him once he returned to the lineup. He is a very good depth option at the position and the Jets seem to like him, which means his numbers could get better.
He rates as a high-end TE2 against Cleveland this week, as the Browns are ranked dead last in aFPA to tight ends. If you are looking for a tight end because of injury or bye weeks, Seferian-Jenkins could help you for one week.
Week 4 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
In his season debut last week, Austin Seferian-Jenkins led the Jets in targets and receptions. Don't expect that to be the case every week.
This week, ASJ faces a pretty good Jacksonville defense, but even after one appearance, he has earned a spot as a low-end TE2. He is also a good waiver wire pickup for some depth, and who knows, maybe he will turn into one of 2017's pleasant surprises now that he's healthy.
Week 3 vs. Miami Dolphins
Austin Seferian-Jenkins could play this week, which would give the Jets offense a boost. There were high expectations for him coming into the season, but the tight end position has not been a factor for two weeks.
If Seferian-Jenkins is active, he should not be in your lineup, although he has the potential to become a TE2 and provide depth at the position on your roster. But for Week 3, he should stay on your bench.
