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Live Week 9 Fantasy Football Q&A With Rich Hribar
Sharp Football Analysis announces a live Week 7 Fantasy Football Q&A with top analyst Rich Hribar this Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. ET. The session is exclusive to Sharp Fantasy Football subscribers and offers a chance to get draft advice directly from one of the sport’s leading experts. Access requires an All‑Access package, which also includes Warren Sharp’s 2026 betting recommendations and historic performance records.
NFL Injury Report 2026: Week 9 Practice Reports, All 32 Teams
Sharp Football Analysis releases its full Week 7 NFL injury report, covering practice status for every hurt player across all 32 teams as of Oct. 25, 2026. The daily‑updated tool lists DNP, LP and FP designations, with highlights such as the Steelers’ Ben Skowronek (calf) out, J.J. Watt on NIR/Rest/Calf, the Saints’ Alvin Kamara (back) limited, and the Ravens’ Lamar Jackson doubtful with an ankle issue. The Browns sit without Dillon Gabriel (QB) and have multiple DTs out, while the Titans list Calvin Ridley as questionable. Readers can scroll by team or search players, and bookmark the weekly Injured Reserve Tracker for ongoing updates.
Bills vs. Vikings Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 Fantasy Worksheet breaks down the Bills‑Vikings Monday night clash. The Bills sit at a -3.5 spread, leading the league with 3.07 points per drive, while the Vikings allow just 1.18 points per drive but rank 28th offensively (1.75 points per drive). Buffalo’s games average a league‑high 59.1 combined points; Minnesota’s average only 33.3 and are 6‑1 to the under. Josh Allen faces a defense that has surrendered the fewest fantasy passing points, but the Vikings limit passing and pressure the QB, so his rushing upside may be key. The article also notes uncertainty at quarterback for Minnesota as Kyler Murray’s hamstring injury looms.
The Worksheet: Week 9 NFL Fantasy Football Game Previews
Sharp Football’s Week 7 “The Worksheet” preview, authored by Rich Hribar, dissects every NFL matchup for fantasy managers. After a historically low‑scoring Week 6—averaging just 21.5 points per game and record‑high offensive penalties—the guide urges roster tweaks as the fantasy season hits its midpoint and bye weeks approach (Bills, Jaguars, Chargers, Commanders). It highlights early Paris kickoff (Steelers @ Saints at 9:30 a.m. ET) and provides game‑by‑game tables, player rankings, and injury updates for all 15 Week 7 contests, from Patriots @ Bears on Thursday night to Cowboys @ Eagles on Monday night. Use the data to fine‑tune lineups before the rush of the second half of the season.
Jaguars vs. Ravens Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet highlights a Thursday Night clash where the Jaguars (ranked 5th in points per game, +85 point differential) host the Ravens (30th in offensive EPA). Jacksonville leads the league in takeaway scores and 10‑yard passing gains, while Baltimore struggles in the second half and ranks near the bottom in yards per play after Lamar Jackson’s season‑ending injury. Trevor Lawrence, a QB5 in fantasy scoring, is a back‑end QB1 upside if the Jags maintain a lopsided script, but his value drops in late‑game situations. The Ravens have allowed big fantasy performances to QBs like Burrow and Allen, making the matchup a potential high‑scoring affair for fantasy owners.
Week 9 Fantasy Football Rankings, 2026
Sharp Football Analysis releases Rich Hribar’s Week 7 fantasy football rankings on October 25, 2026, covering every position—QB, RB, WR, TE, kicker, and defense. The post also lists the full Week 7 NFL schedule, from Thursday Night’s Patriots @ Bears to Monday Night’s Cowboys @ Eagles. Full rankings can be printed or downloaded, but access requires an All‑Access subscription that also includes Warren Sharp’s betting insights and past performance stats.
Buccaneers vs. Bears Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet breaks down the Buccaneers‑Bears clash on Sunday Night Football. Tampa Bay (rank 6) is a 6‑point underdog with a 20.25 implied total, while Chicago (rank 20) holds a +10:53 time‑of‑possession edge. Both teams dominate the ground game—Bucs gain the league‑best 88.6 rushing yards per game, Bears 64.0 (second). Rushing accounts for 68% of Chicago’s touchdowns (league‑high) and 60% of Tampa’s. Quarterback Caleb Williams (QB12) is 70.9% complete, but the Bears’ low 37.7% red‑zone pass rate caps his upside. Tampa’s defense leads in EPA and blitzes, yet the Bucs allow the highest interception rate (4.4%). The worksheet’s stats help gauge Williams as a fringe QB1 and assess rushing‑heavy scoring potential.
Cardinals vs. Seahawks Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 Worksheet highlights the Cardinals‑Seahawks clash as a fantasy showdown. Seattle dominates the matchup, holding a 5‑0 record (including ATS) over Arizona and boasting a league‑best 1.60 points‑per‑drive allowed. The Seahawks’ defense forces punts on 46.2% of possessions and limits big plays, while Arizona struggles, trailing by double digits on 31.4% of its offensive snaps. QB Drew Lock returns for Seattle as a streaming QB2 after a 3‑TD, 235‑yard performance in Week 2, while Arizona’s Gardner Minshew is a low‑end QB2 after a surprise 19.2‑point outing. Expect Seattle’s defense to suppress scoring, making Lock the more attractive fantasy start.
Packers vs. Patriots Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’ Week 9 fantasy worksheet pits the Packers against the Patriots, highlighting a -2.5 spread and a 24.5 implied total. The Patriots lead the league in offensive EPA (42.6) while Green Bay tops defensive EPA (42.9) and sits second in turnover‑margin points (+32). Packers boast a 47.5% third‑down conversion rate over the last three games and lead the NFL in long pass plays (20+ and 30+ yards). Quarterback Drake Maye enters the game on a hot streak—14 TDs, 2 INTs, 0.60 passing points per dropback, and a league‑high 7 long‑yard TDs—facing a Green Bay secondary that allows only 11.8 passing points per game. Injuries thin the Patriots’ receiving corps (A.J. Brown out, Hunter Henry doubtful), making Maye’s performance a key fantasy consideration.
Cowboys vs. Colts Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Rich Hribar’s Week 9 Worksheet breaks down the Cowboys‑Colts clash for fantasy owners. Dallas is a -6.0 underdog, projected total 28.75 points vs. Indianapolis’ 22.75. The Cowboys rank 4th in scoring plays (5.0 per game) but allow 4.8, while the Colts sit at a league‑worst -11 turnover margin and 31st in both passing yards/play and rushing yard differentials. Dak Prescott posted a QB9 (19.8 pts) despite modest 195 passing yards, but his 6.8 ypa sits at a career low and he’s 5th in expected points. The Colts’ Daniel Jones is a QB2 option with low fantasy upside (single‑digit weeks in five of eight). Takeaway: Prescott offers upside if you need a QB1 boost, but the Colts’ defense and turnover woes favor a Cowboys‑heavy lineup.
Raiders vs. 49ers Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet highlights the Raiders‑49ers clash, noting a -10 spread favoring San Francisco and an implied total of 30.75 points. The Raiders sit last in defensive EPA over the past four weeks (-55.4) and allow a league‑high 3.48 points per drive, while the 49ers limit opponents to 6.3 yards per pass attempt (6th). Quarterback outlooks favor Brock Purdy, who returns from a bye with a 69.2% completion rate and strong deep‑ball stats, and Kirk Cousins, who has been a QB1 in six of his last seven games. Defensive returns could include Nick Bosa and Upton Stout for the 49ers, raising the stakes for both offenses.
Broncos vs. Panthers Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet dives into the Broncos‑Panthers clash, highlighting Denver’s 5‑0 record in one‑score games and a perfect 4‑0 ATS as a favorite. The Broncos sport a league‑low 5.1 plays per possession and a strong pass defense (second‑best completion rate allowed), while Carolina struggles with a -24 points‑off‑turnover margin and a league‑worst 80% red‑zone TD conversion rate. QB Bryce Young’s recent drop in efficiency and injury woes downgrade him to a QB2, and Bo Nix’s low air‑yard rate raises doubts despite recent solid scores. Key stats: -3 point spread, 23.25 implied total, Denver 57% rush share vs. Carolina 36%.
Texans vs. Chargers Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet pits the Houston Texans (-4.5) against the LA Chargers (4.5) and highlights why the Chargers are a risky ATS pick (0‑6‑1 ATS, league‑worst 1.21 points per drive) while Houston’s 2‑5 ATS record and 30th‑ranked offense offer modest upside. Both defenses struggle: the Chargers allow just 22.2% third‑down conversions but give up big pass plays, and the Texans concede 66.3% completions and the most explosive passing yards in the league. QB outlooks favor C.J. Stroud as a floor‑based QB2, with Justin Herbert offering low upside after a touchdown‑less, interception‑laden stretch. Consider the spread and turnover trends before setting lineups.
Rams vs. Commanders Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Rich Hribar’s Week 9 Worksheet breaks down the Rams‑Commanders clash for fantasy managers. The Rams are favored by 5.5 points, projecting a 26.5 combined score, and boast a strong running game (47.9% success rate) and high third‑down conversion (+11.5% vs. opponents). Quarterback Matthew Stafford is averaging efficient, low‑air‑yard passes (5.4 Y/A) after recent injuries, while the Commanders’ defense lets opponents complete 66.3% of passes and ranks 31st in red‑zone TD allowance (79.2%). Washington’s QB Jayden Daniels offers rushing upside but struggles against two‑high coverage—exactly the scheme the Rams employ. Key takeaways: Rams’ ball‑control offense, superior third‑down play, and solid RB performance make them a solid fantasy play; Commanders present limited upside unless Daniels breaks free.
Giants vs. Eagles Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 Fantasy Worksheet dissects the Giants‑Eagles clash, highlighting a -3.5 spread favoring New York and an 18.5 implied total. The Eagles sit 1‑7 ATS, 31st overall, and generate the fewest 20‑plus‑yard plays (2.1 per game) while failing to gain a first down on 41.2% of drives. The Giants struggle to convert after the catch (40.2% YAC) and rank second in drives without a first down (40.5%). Quarterback preview: J.J. McCarthy (QB2) posted a 71.4% completion rate in his first start, while rookie Joe Milton starts for Philadelphia with a 69.8% completion rate and modest rushing upside. Defensive stats and play‑rate trends suggest a low‑scoring, defense‑driven matchup.
Browns vs. Saints Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet pits the Browns against the Saints, highlighting a tight 2.5‑point spread and a 20.5 implied total. Cleveland’s defense excels vs. the pass (62.9% success) but struggles on third‑and‑long (13.7%). New Orleans has the league‑worst rush defense (55.2% success) and hasn’t scored first all season. QB outlook: Browns’ Tyler Shough drops to a fantasy QB2 after a steep drop‑off in volume, while Saints’ Shedeur Sanders remains a QB2 despite modest production. The matchup offers upside for both QBs, but the Saints’ pass defense may favor Shough’s efficiency against man coverage.
Lions vs. Dolphins Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet pits the Lions (ranked 3) against the Dolphins (rank 7) in a -7.0 spread showdown. Detroit leads the league in offensive success (48%) and points per drive (2.74), while Miami tops the NFL in points allowed per drive (2.66) and has the highest opponent completion rate (76.9%). Quarterback focus: Jared Goff (5th in passing points per attempt) faces a Miami defense that blitzes rarely (20.4%) and allows 0.63 passing points per attempt; Malik Willis (QB14‑16 recent weeks) meets a Lions secondary that still concedes multiple TD passes despite recent improvements. Injuries linger for Detroit’s defense, with key players like Jack Campbell and Brian Branch questionable. The worksheet breaks down spreads, implied totals (28.75–21.75), play‑type percentages, and key stats to help fantasy owners set lineups.
Jets vs. Chiefs Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football’s Week 9 Worksheet flags the Jets‑at‑Chiefs as a must‑watch fantasy showdown. Kansas City is a -9.5 favorite with an implied 28‑point total, while the Jets rank 9.5 in points per game (21.3) against the Chiefs’ 23.9. The Chiefs dominate the second half (64.1% of snaps) and lead the league in yards after the catch (167.9 yd/game). Patrick Mahomes, fresh off a 25.4‑point QB5 performance in Denver, is a solid QB1 option, especially as the Jets have given up big weeks to opposing QBs. The Chiefs’ defense limits TDs to 16.7% of drives, ranking 5th, whereas the Jets allow touchdowns on 27.9% of drives. The data suggests Kansas City’s offense and stout defense make them the clear fantasy favorite.
Bengals vs. Falcons Fantasy Football Worksheet, Week 9
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 9 fantasy worksheet pits the Cincinnati Bengals against the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid. The Bengals enter as a +3.0 spread favorite, boasting a league‑leading 41.2% conversion rate on third‑and‑long, the top passing success rate (53.2%) and 55 take‑away points. Joe Burrow is on a historic hot streak—70%+ completion rate in five straight games, five consecutive top‑10 scoring weeks, and five TD passes in his last outing. The Falcons, ranked 30th in early‑down offensive success, rely on big‑run play (second‑most 20‑yard runs) but struggle against the pass, with a 41.6% pressure rate. Quarterback Michael Penix is pressure‑sensitive after a four‑interception loss, while James Pearce returns from suspension. The worksheet provides detailed stats on plays per game, yardage, and play‑type percentages to help fantasy managers decide on QB and skill‑position picks.
Week 9 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Top Pickups & Adds
Sharp Football Analysis rolls out its Week 9 waiver wire guide, highlighting quarterbacks Malik Willis (Dolphins) and Michael Penix (Falcons) as top adds, both available in over 80% of ESPN leagues. Running backs Mike Washington (Raiders), Chris Rodriguez, Tyler Allgeier and Seth McGowan lead the RB list, while wide receivers Antonio Williams, Adonai Mitchell and Jordyn Tyson top the WR picks. Tight end options include Greg Dulcich and Eli Raridon. The article notes deep‑cut targets and directs readers to FAABLab for bid strategies, skipping kickers and defenses.
NFL Pass Rate Over Expected: Offense & Defense Rankings
Sharp Football Analysis’s Oct. 25, 2026 release introduces the Pass Rate Over Expected (PROE) metric, revealing how each NFL team’s passing frequency stacks up against situational expectations. The Dallas Cowboys lead the league with a +7.7% PROE, followed by the Carolina Panthers (+7.3%) and Cincinnati Bengals (+7.3%). On defense, the Cowboys also rank worst, at –4.0%, while the Panthers and Bengals allow the fewest extra passes. The tool lets users filter by season, quarter, down and view weekly matchup projections, highlighting which teams are likely to throw the most each week.
NFL Team Pace Stats: Seconds Per Play & Plays Per Game
Sharp Football Analysis reveals the fastest NFL offenses in 2026 by measuring seconds per play and plays per game. The Dallas Cowboys lead with a 29.39‑second play clock and 62.5 plays per game, followed by New Orleans (30.48 s, 66.5 plays) and Carolina (31.17 s, 67.2 plays). The table also tracks no‑huddle rates, plays per drive, and time of possession, and shows how teams accelerate when trailing (gear change). The free tool updates throughout the season and lets users filter by week, quarter, down, venue, and score.
NFL Advanced Box Scores: EPA & Success Rate by Game 2026
Sharp Football Analysis releases NFL Advanced Box Scores for Week 6 of the 2026 season, offering a deep dive into EPA per play, success rate, explosive plays, pressure rate and turnover EPA for every game. Highlights include the Broncos edging Seattle 17‑14 with a -0.11 EPA, the Jaguars beating the Texans 34‑31 while posting a +0.15 EPA, and the Chiefs’ dominant 22‑6 win over the Chargers with 55% success and a +0.06 EPA. The tool also pairs these metrics with traditional stats like yards, time of possession and points per drive, letting fans see which teams truly out‑performed their opponents.
NFL Red Zone Stats 2026: Offense & Defense Efficiency
Through Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers lead the league in red‑zone efficiency, converting 86% of trips into touchdowns and scoring 100% of trips overall. Close behind are the Detroit Lions (81% TD) and New Orleans Saints (80% TD). On defense, the Minnesota Vikings allow the fewest red‑zone touchdowns at just 25%, while the Kansas City Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars keep opponents under 40% TD rates. The table also lists trips per game, points per trip, EPA, success and pass rates for all 32 teams, highlighting which offenses and defenses excel or struggle inside the 20‑yard line.
NFL Offensive Personnel Usage, All 32 Teams
Sharp Football Analysis breaks down the 2026 NFL offensive personnel trends across all 32 teams. The interactive table shows how often each squad lines up in the five standard packages—11, 12, 13, 21 and 22—and reveals each grouping's value per play in EPA, yards and success rate. Leaders include the Philadelphia Eagles, who run 78% 11‑personnel, and the Dallas Cowboys at 74% 11‑personnel, while teams like the Las Vegas Raiders favor 12‑personnel (45%). Users can filter by week, down, field zone, score margin or play type to pinpoint situational usage and efficiency rankings.
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