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Mattek Fantasy Football fantasy football takes on Ja'Marr Chase
Every source-backed video insight STACKED has extracted from Mattek Fantasy Football about Ja'Marr Chase.
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All Mattek Fantasy Football insights about Ja'Marr Chase
PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026
WR5 ranking against the Titans. Lamar Jackson describes this as one of his favorite plays of the week, indicating high confidence in Chase's Week 8 projection.PositiveProjectionOct 28, 2026
Ranked S-tier in JJ McCarthy's rest-of-season WR rankings; elite performer.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Jamar Chase played only 53 offensive snaps in Week 7, which the source identifies as an issue alongside the limited snap count for Chase Brown, suggesting reduced opportunity in a low-volume game for the Bengals.NegativeProjectionOct 22, 2026
Ranked 11th in week 7 flex rankings. The source notes the ranking reflects uncertainty about Lamar Jackson's availability, which would lower the game's scoring environment; if Lamar plays, Chase would move up slightly: 'The only reason why Jamar Chase is at 11 is as of right now, I don't think that we are going to see Lamar Jackson play in this game, which should trend this game towards being lower scoring.'PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
Jamar Chase is ranked S-tier in rest-of-season rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Ranked in the elite tier at the top of rest-of-season rankings by Mattek Fantasy Football; considered a core hold that should not be traded away.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
S-tier WR ranking for Week 5; the source expects Jamar Chase to play this week despite being on a team with injury concerns (T. Higgins out).NegativeInjuryOct 6, 2026
Jamar Chase is banged up but has a chance to play against the Dolphins in Week 6; his status affects Mike Cassiki's role projection, as Cassiki becomes a full-time slot receiver when Chase is unavailable.PositiveProjectionSep 25, 2026
Ja'Marr Chase is ranked as the third overall wide receiver in the S-tier.PositiveRoleSep 23, 2026
Jamar Chase is cited as a key reason to start Joe Burrow at quarterback, indicating Chase's presence in a lineup elevates Burrow's fantasy value. Chase is also included in Michael Leone's recommended starting lineup, positioned as a reliable starter.PositiveProjectionSep 17, 2026
Ranked #8 overall flex player against Houston Texans. Source likes him this week and believes Cincinnati Bengals coaching staff will make it a point to get him the ball after he scored only 3 fantasy points in Week 1. Source feels 'much better about Jamar Chase this week' and expects it to be 'a Chase centric matchup.'NegativeProjectionSep 10, 2026
Jamar Chase was selected 1.02 overall in this championship draft, establishing him as the second overall pick in this draft room. Jamar Chase was selected second overall in this high-stakes $500,000 grand prize fantasy draft, reflecting elite tier ranking and draft capital allocation.PositiveValueSep 6, 2026
The source ranks Ja'Marr Chase higher than Puka Nacua in a trade discussion context, indicating stronger preference for Chase despite both being elite receivers being discussed as comparable trade targets.NegativeProjectionAug 30, 2026
Round 1 WR comparison; presented as one of the two easiest round 1 WR picks alongside Puka Nakua. Positioned as alternative to Justin Jefferson for round 1 selection. Speaker defers to Jefferson based on career yards per game average and QB upgrade narrative.PositiveProjectionAug 28, 2026
The source identifies Ja'Marr Chase as a safer draft selection than Christian McCaffrey while maintaining he possesses relative upside; however, they warn that starting a draft with two wide receivers like Chase and Puka Nacua can leave a team vulnerable at the running back position.PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026
Ja'Marr Chase is ranked by the source in the top tier of players, indicating elite status.PositiveProjectionAug 11, 2026
Ja'Marr Chase is a top-tier wide receiver who provides significant value over replacement. He is part of an elite group that represents a distinct tier in projected scoring before the position flattens out significantly.PositiveProjectionAug 9, 2026
The source ranks Ja'Marr Chase as the 1.02 overall player and firmly in the top three or four fantasy wide receivers. His outlook is bolstered by improved offensive line play, better health, and Joe Burrow's stability, with the source noting he is in a superior situation compared to Justin Jefferson.NegativeValueAug 7, 2026
Third player drafted on average ADP; first-round pick in this $350 draft.PositiveValueJul 1, 2026
Chase is noted as the number one wide receiver in fantasy football for the most recent two seasons, but the analyst prefers starting with a running back from the 1.2 slot rather than Chase.PositiveProjectionJun 1, 2026
Ranked #1 WR overall. Has been the best wide receiver in fantasy football over the most recent three seasons; his ability to generate big plays after the catch separates him from everyone else, including Justin Jefferson at his absolute peak.PositiveProjectionNo date
Ranked in S-tier at wide receiver, though the source notes uncertainty about his status this week ('the guy that we are all trying to figure out what is going on'), suggesting potential injury or availability concerns that may affect his ranking.PositiveProjectionNo date
Ranked firmly in A tier with expectation to play; Mattek Fantasy Football notes Chase was listed as full participant in Friday practice reports, indicating health status supports fantasy deployment. Dolphins have been a pass funnel with efficient passing defense, supporting Chase's upside. With Tee Higgins returning from injury, Mike Gesicki will drop back to 35-40% of routes, indicating Chase will maintain his primary role in the Bengals offense.NegativeInjuryNo date
Chase suffered a concussion in the game against Jacksonville and sounds likely to play next week, suggesting a relatively quick recovery timeline for the injury.PositiveProjectionNo date
Ranked 10th overall as a clear fantasy starter against the Jacksonville Jaguars.PositiveProjectionNo date
Ranked among the source's top fantasy football players for the season; the source considers him a must-have and would trade multiple players to acquire him.PositiveProjectionNo date
Ranked #3 overall in Christian McCaffrey's top 100 fantasy football players. McCaffrey notes Chase averages almost 20 fantasy points per game and actually over 20 fantasy points per game when Joe Burrow starts in the most recent two years.PositiveProjectionNo date
Jamar Chase is part of an elite tier of six wide receivers (Chase, Puka Nacua, JSN, CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, and Amon-Ra St. Brown) who are a clear cut above the rest and capable of scoring 16, 17, or 18 fantasy points per game.PositiveProjectionNo date
Deshawn Stripling identifies Ja'Marr Chase as one of only six wide receivers projected above 16 fantasy points per game—the benchmark for elite WR seasons. These six receivers (Chase, Puka Nacua, Jalen Nabers, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Justin Jefferson, and CeeDee Lamb) are positioned to define the 2024 season due to their elite projection tier.