10 TE sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 4

Sep 27, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz (86) evades the tackle of Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Anthony Harris (28) as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown after making a catch during the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

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2. Tyler Conklin, Minnesota Vikings

Rostered: 17.0%

Tyler Conklin is coming off a strong performance against the Seattle Seahawks with seven receptions for 70 yards and a touchdown. That performance may not be an anomaly, either.

Conklin is currently tied for tenth among tight ends in targets in the NFL. In addition, the Minnesota Vikings are throwing the football at a high volume. Kirk Cousins has the eighth-most pass attempts in the league, through three games.

Conklin will certainly have the opportunity to keep producing at a high level. However, his injury status is preventing him from being a better sleeper for Week 4.

He missed Wednesday’s practice due to glute and elbow injuries, and he is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game.

-Mackensie Alexander's absence was not injury related
-Tyler Conklin has a glute AND elbow injury (DNP)
-Ihmir Smith-Marsette has a toe injury (DNP - got hurt Sunday)
— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) September 29, 2021

If Conklin plays, he is a strong starting option. If not, he is still an intriguing long-term pickup.

1. Maxx Williams, Arizona Cardinals

Rostered: 3.8%

Maxx Williams cooled down after his 94-yard performance against the Vikings. Last week, he had three receptions for 19 yards.

Williams has not been a fantasy factor in the past. However, the Arizona Cardinals are utilizing him at a higher rate than before. This season, Williams has played in 77% of the team’s offensive snaps, which easily exceeds last season’s mark of 29%.

He is worth a flier in deeper leagues.

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