Week 4 vs. Minnesota Vikings
Jordan Akins received only three targets from Deshaun Watson last Sunday in Pittsburgh, leading to two grabs for 28 yards. He is averaging 40 yards in the first three contests and has a great matchup versus what has been a terrible Minnesota defense. Akins makes for a low TE2 option.
Week 3 at Pittsburgh Steelers
Versus the Ravens last Sunday, Jordan Akins caught all seven of his targets for 55 yards. As top WR Will Fuller was dealing with a hamstring issue, Akins owners had to be pleased that the veteran led the team in receptions, even if it was fellow TE Darren Fells who scored the team’s lone TD in the loss. Although Fuller should return and will steal targets from the other pass catchers, the Broncos were able to utilize Noah Fant at Pittsburgh last week. Consider Akins a TE2 play.
Week 2 vs. Baltimore Ravens
At Kansas City in Week 1, Jordan Akins scored Houston’s lone receiving TD. While the score came in the fourth quarter when the Texans were way behind, it was nice reward for owners who started him. Both Akins and Darren Fells finished with two grabs, but Akins collected twice as much yardage and the touchdown. Mving forward expect both TEs to remain a part of the Texans passing attack, making neither a good fantasy option.
Week 17 vs. Tennessee Titans
With Deshaun Watson throwing for under 200 yards at Tampa last Saturday, Jordan Akins received only two targets and didn’t have a catch. In the win over the Titans two weeks ago Akins registered two grabs for seven yards and is not a good fantasy option for the rematch.
Week 16 at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In the win at Tennessee last Sunday, Jordan Akins received two targets, resulting in two short catches. Both of his TDs came all the way back in Week 3. With a healthy Will Fuller, Deshaun Watson has plenty of other pass-catching options, so look elsewhere for your starting TE.
Week 15 at Tennessee Titans
On a season-high nine targets in the loss to Denver last week, Jordan Akins finished with four receptions for 49 yards, marking his most productive game since Week 3. Akins continues to share the TE looks with Darren Fells but neither one of them is posting starter-worthy results lately. Even though Tennessee is near the bottom at stopping the pass Akins should only be a part of your lineup if you’re out of better options.
Week 14 vs. Denver Broncos
In the victory over New England last week, Jordan Akins finished with just a 19-yard reception – the fourth time this season he’s finished with a lone grab. On the year he has only 25 catches and both of his scores came back in September. There is no reason for him to be in your starting fantasy lineup, especially facing a good pass defense.
Week 13 vs. New England Patriots
Last Thursday versus the Colts Jordan Akins saw four looks from Deshaun Watson, leading to three receptions for 26 yards. It’s the fifth time this season he caught exactly three passes, but he’s totaled over 30 yards just twice. Akins is a TE2 play at home on Sunday versus the No. 2 overall New England defense.
Week 12 vs. Indianapolis Colts
Deshaun Watson passed for only 169 yards last Sunday in Baltimore, with Jordan Akins registering just a 15-yard grab. He has not caught more than three passes in any game this season, with just the one big performance back in Week 3. Indy’s defense limited him to only two receptions for 17 yards in October, so you’re better off looking elsewhere for your starting TE.
Week 11 at Baltimore Ravens
With Darren Fells continuing to be a vital part of the Houston passing attack, Jordan Akins’ fantasy value has taken a big hit. Fells totaled five TDs the previous five outings before the bye, with Akins recording just 11 receptions and no scores during that span. Akins should only be started if you’re out of other TE options.
