Okay, so I’ve been digging into this whole Kyler Murray versus Justin Fields thing for fantasy football. It’s been a wild ride, let me tell you.
I started by looking at their overall performance. You know, just getting a feel for how they’ve been doing this season. I saw that Murray is the QB13 in fantasy points per game, which isn’t too shabby. But then I noticed something interesting – he’s only finished as a QB1 once in his last five games. That got me thinking.
Then, I dove into some deeper stats. I found this comparison that showed Murray’s been kinda rough since Week 12. Like, 25th in yards per attempt, 29th in passer rating – not exactly what you want from your fantasy quarterback. I mean, those aren’t the kind of numbers that scream “start me!”
On the other hand, Justin Fields has been showing some flashes. Especially with his running ability, that dude is like a rocket on the field. But some people are worried about the tough matchups he’s facing, like the Dallas defense. They’re no joke, and that could limit his upside quite a bit.
So, I decided to look at some expert opinions. I checked out recommendations from over a hundred fantasy football experts. It was a mixed bag, honestly. Some were saying Murray is the safer bet, while others were leaning towards Fields because of his potential. It’s like everyone is just as confused as I am!
After all that, I started leaning towards Murray for Week 5. I mean yeah, he’s been up and down, but with Fields facing such a tough defense, I think Murray is less likely to totally bomb. And let’s be real, avoiding a total disaster is half the battle in fantasy football.
But then I remembered that crazy run Murray had – the longest of his career! He hit a top speed of 21.27 mph. That’s insane! It reminded me that he’s got that explosive potential, even if he hasn’t been showing it every week.
My Conclusion
I ended up feeling like this: both guys have their pros and cons. It’s not a clear-cut decision. It really depends on your risk tolerance and what you need from your quarterback in a given week.
For me, I think I’m going with Murray this week. He might not be the flashiest option, but I feel like he’s got a better chance of giving me a decent score. But who knows, maybe Fields will go off and make me regret it. That’s the fun and frustration of fantasy football, right?
Anyways, that’s my journey through the Murray vs. Fields debate. Hope it helps someone out there make their own decision!
