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Joe Burrow is playing tonight against the Carolina Panthers. The former first-overall pick has turned the Cincinnati Bengals franchise into Super Bowl contenders with his pinpoint passing and clutch gameplay.
The Bengals are currently second in the AFC North with a 4-4 record. They will look to bounce back in Week 9 against the Panthers after suffering a humiliating loss to the Cleveland Browns last week.
Ever since returning from a season-ending knee injury in his rookie campaign, Burrow has put the league on notice with his tantalizing skill-set. Guiding the franchise to a Super Bowl appearance last season, the quarterback has shown that he has the goods to deliver on the main stage.
Joe Burrow's Fantasy Football update & predictions
Joe Burrow's fantasy football stock has taken a hit due to wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase's injury. The quarterback's success has been linked to that of his LSU and Bengals teammate's production. This was evident for all to see during the Bengals' shock loss to the Browns last week 32-13.
With Chase still on the active roster, there is hope and optimism surrounding the wide receiver's return. A start against the Panthers, though, seems more than unlikely. Carolina have allowed the 13th-lowest fantasy points per game to quarterbacks this season, and it it would be better to invest in other QBs for Week 9.
Joe Burrow alternative picks for your Fantasy Team
If you're looking to score big with your fantasy offense this week, having Burrow might not be the best bet. Here's our list of three alternative picks for Joe Burrow to put in your fantasy team this week:
Geno Smith
Seattle Seahawks star Geno Smith has taken the league by storm this season. Filling the shoes of perennial Pro Bowler Russell Wilson is a big ask, but Smith has done that and more.
Smith has dropped a fantasy 20-bomb performance five times this season. Against the faltering Arizona Cardinals, Smith could be set for another lights-out performance.
Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers might not have had the best of starts to the season, but this week for expect the reigning two-time league MVP to rack in those fantasy points. Facing off against the Detroit Lions, Rodgers will be up against a defense that is ranked dead last in the NFL in terms of yards allowed per game. The Lions are also allowing a league-high 32.1 points allowed per game.
Trevor Lawrence
Trevor Lawrence is finally starting to find his footing in the NFL after a disastrous rookie campaign under former Jacksonville Jaguars HC Urban Meyer. Under the guidance of coach Doug Pederson, the quarterback has shown glimpses of just why he was so heavily recruited before the 2021 NFL Draft.
Facing off against the Las Vegas Raiders, expect Lawrence to get at least one passing TD. A rushing TD too can be expected as the quarterback has scored three in as many weeks.
