Four games into the 2016 NFL season, Philadelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Carson Wentz was riding high. He lead the Eagles to three wins while throwing for seven touchdowns and just one interception.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 10: Carson Wentz has an enticing matchup
Philadelphia’s rookie quarterback is looking to get back on track this Sunday against a weak Falcons pass defense. We explore the fantasy implications.
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Unfortunately for Wentz, the next quarter of his season has not followed a similar path. Philadelphia is 1-3 in its last four games, and during this time, its rookie quarterback has thrown four interceptions and just two touchdowns.
Fantasy impact: The Eagles and Wentz have a good chance to get back on track this Sunday when they face the Atlanta Falcons.
The Philadelphia quarterback was probably smiling all week while watching film of the Falcons’ less-than-stellar pass defense. Wentz has an opportunity to put up some impressive numbers against an Atlanta defense that is allowing the most fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks in 2016.
Yahoo! projects the Eagles’ rookie signal caller to finish Sunday with 250 passing yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. But his matchup alone should be enough to draw some consideration from fantasy owners in need of some quarterback help this week.
