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Trade value ranked 9 in Week 3 wide receiver breakdown.

Quentin Johnston is struggling for fantasy relevance, averaging only three fantasy points per game, leading Cd Lamp. This to suggest Treylon Burks might be a better alternative.

Johnston has been one of the most disappointing pass-catchers through the first two games despite leading the team in targets (11). He has only 3 receptions for 24 yards (T-5th and 5th on team, respectively). On Sunday, he dropped a perfectly thrown Cover 2 hole shot by Herbert that would have been a chunk play when the team needed momentum. The source notes that other times through two games, Johnston doesn't appear to be giving 100 percent effort, especially when needed to come back to the football and outmuscle defensive backs. After two solid seasons, this year could end up being disastrous if things continue.

Johnston has been one of the most disappointing pass-catchers through the first two games despite leading the team in targets with 11. He has only three receptions for 24 yards, ranking T-5th and 5th on the team respectively. On Sunday, he dropped a perfectly thrown Cover 2 hole shot by Herbert that would have been a chunk play when the team needed momentum. The source notes that at times through two games, Johnston doesn't look like he's giving 100 percent effort, especially when needed to come back to the football and outmuscle defensive backs. The source warns this could end up being a disastrous campaign if things continue.

Quentin Johnston is a drop candidate in shallower leagues due to a lack of production and a lack of trust from the coaching staff, which has forced the team to rely more heavily on Aronda Gadston in the passing game.

Trade value of 17.1 with +0.7 week-over-week increase; ranked 7th among receivers; modest positive momentum; upcoming matchups vs. BUF, SEA, DEN.

Johnston has been woefully inefficient over his first two games with 3-24-0 on 11 targets, averaging just 2.2 yards per target. The Chargers' offense has been in a funk, but the source suggests things could click soon under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. When McDaniel was in Miami, he created catch-and-run opportunities for wide receivers, which should suit Johnston's skill set. The source recommends giving it another week or two before making a decision.

Johnston has had a brutal start to the 2026 season with the Chargers offense struggling to score points. Through two weeks, he's caught three passes for 24 scoreless yards and has dropped multiple passes, failing to capitalize even when Ladd McConkey was in a limited role. Adam Pfeifer notes the Chargers' upcoming schedule (@ BUF, @ SEA, vs DEN, @ KC, @ LAR, vs HOU, @ BAL) offers little relief, though he acknowledges being more willing to hold Johnston than Harrison. The source suggests dropping Johnston for waiver alternatives like Jonah Coleman if roster space is needed.

Johnston led the Chargers with 5 targets in Week 3, but with McConkey playing through a cracked rib and the team expected to be in catchup mode against the Bills, target distribution will be spread among multiple receivers.

Quentin Johnston is highlighted as a Week 3 waiver wire target, positioned among the wide receiver options for fantasy managers.

Quentin Johnston has 24 yards through two games, but he quietly leads the team with a 21% target share, mostly due to McConkey's injury. This elevated role could provide opportunity going forward.

Johnston totaled 1 catch for 7 yards on 5 targets in Week 2 as the Chargers' offense struggled in a 26-14 loss to the Raiders. The Chargers' dysfunction limits his fantasy viability.

Fantasy managers should move on from Quentin Johnston, who has demonstrated extreme inefficiency with only two catches on 12 targets through the first two weeks of the season.

Johnston has been woefully inefficient over his first two games with 3-24-0 on 11 targets, averaging 2.2 yards per target. The Chargers' offense has been in a funk, but perhaps things will click soon under new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. When McDaniel was in Miami, he did an admirable job of creating catch-and-run opportunities for his wide receivers, which should be right up Johnston's alley, but we haven't seen it yet. The source advises to give it another week or two.

McConkey's production is being adversely impacted by Herbert's struggles on deep throws; McConkey had 21 catches on deep (20-plus air yards) throws last year but has only one so far this year; with the Chargers' tough upcoming schedule (@BUF, @SEA, DEN), McConkey is tough to trust in fantasy lineups.

Johnston dropped a perfect pass up the left sideline between two defenders. He also looked disconnected with Herbert on a route in the two-minute drill before halftime that ended in an incompletion with nobody near where the ball fell.

Chargers WR caught a seven-yard pass on the opening drive to help move the chains; later appeared disconnected with Herbert on a two-minute drill route that resulted in an incompletion.

Johnston is available and will lead the Chargers wide receiver corps alongside McConkey in Week 2 against the Raiders.

Assigned a B start/sit grade for Week 2 against Las Vegas, indicating moderate recommendation status among wide receivers.

Quentin Johnston could get some additional work if Ladd McConkey is unable to play on Sunday against the Raiders. Johnston is next in line for targets if McConkey sits.

Johnston tallied a 13.3% target share in Week 1 but did see six targets. With McConkey's rib injury creating uncertainty, Johnston's target share and usage should see a bump in what feels like a must-win game for the Chargers. The Raiders utilized single-high coverage on over 62% of their plays in Week 1, and Johnston played well against that coverage last season. The source recommends Johnston at $5,000 (DraftKings) as a value play that could become more chalk once McConkey's status is resolved, usable in both cash and GPP contests.

Johnston showed little effort when targeted and was disconnected from Justin Herbert most of the day in Week 1, contributing to the offensive dysfunction. Michael Peterson identified him as a key issue in the lack of synchronization between Herbert and his receivers.