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As the fantasy football season reaches Week 10, managers face the challenge of navigating four teams on bye: the Bears, Buccaneers, Broncos, and Eagles. This means only one starting fantasy quarterback, Caleb Williams, is sidelined, but the impact is still significant for those relying on him.
The NFL's final international matchup in Europe this week features the New England Patriots and Detroit Lions squaring off at FC Bayern Munich Arena in Munich, Germany. This game could have fantasy implications, particularly for quarterbacks Drake Maye and Jared Goff, who are both ranked in the top 10.
Among the notable risers in this week's rankings are Bryce Young and Tyler Shough, who have seen their fantasy value increase due to favorable matchups. Conversely, veteran Matthew Stafford has experienced a decline in value. For detailed start/sit advice, check out the Start 'Em, Sit 'Em column.
Below are the fantasy quarterback rankings for Week 10, compiled by Sports Illustrated fantasy analyst Michael Fabiano. These rankings are subject to updates, especially after final team injury reports are released later in the week.
Week 10 Fantasy Quarterback Rankings
- 1. Josh Allen, BUF (at NYJ)
- 2. Brock Purdy, SF (at DAL)
- 3. Drake Maye, NE (at DET)
- 4. Joe Burrow, CIN (vs. PIT)
- 5. Trevor Lawrence, JAC (at TEN)
- 6. Jared Goff, DET (vs. NE)
- 7. Jayden Daniels, WAS (at NYG)
- 8. Patrick Mahomes, KC (at ATL)
- 9. Dak Prescott, DAL (vs. SF)
- 10. Bryce Young, CAR (at NO)
- 11. Tyler Shough, NO (vs. CAR)
- 12. C.J. Stroud, HOU (at CLE)
- 13. Jordan Love, GB (vs. MIN)
- 14. Kirk Cousins, LV (vs. SEA)
- 15. Matthew Stafford, LAR (at ARI)
- 16. Aaron Rodgers, PIT (at CIN)
- 17. Deshaun Watson, CLE (vs. HOU)
- 18. Malik Willis, MIA (at IND)
- 19. Michael Penix Jr., ATL (vs. KC)
- 20. J.J. McCarthy, NYG (vs. WAS)
- 21. Geno Smith, NYJ (vs. BUF)
- 22. Drew Lock, SEA (at LV)
- 23. Carson Wentz, MIN (at GB)
- 24. Cam Ward, TEN (vs. JAC)
- 25. Jacoby Brissett, BAL (vs. LAC)
- 26. Justin Herbert, LAC (at BAL)
- 27. Daniel Jones, IND (vs. MIA)
- 28. Carson Beck, ARI (vs. LAR)
Key Analysis
Josh Allen tops the rankings as the clear QB1 for Week 10, facing a Jets defense that has struggled against opposing quarterbacks. Brock Purdy and Drake Maye follow closely, with Maye's matchup against the Lions potentially turning into a shootout. Joe Burrow and Trevor Lawrence round out the top five, both with favorable divisional matchups. Fantasy managers should monitor injury reports closely, as several quarterbacks are dealing with minor ailments that could affect their status. Streaming options like Bryce Young and Tyler Shough are viable for those in need, given their plus matchups. On the flip side, Matthew Stafford's ranking has dipped to 15th, making him a risky start in a tough road game against the Cardinals.
Michael Fabiano is a fantasy football analyst for Sports Illustrated. His weekly rankings and Start 'Em, Sit 'Em articles are essential reading for fantasy players. Before joining SI in August 2020, he worked for CBS Sports, NFL Network, and SiriusXM. He also contributes to Westwood One Radio and the Locked on Dynasty Podcast. Fabiano was the first fantasy analyst to appear on one of the four major TV networks and is a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association Hall of Fame. Follow him on Twitter at Michael_Fabiano.