10 TE sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 9

Oct 17, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Tyler Conklin (83) makes a catch midfield against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 17, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end Tyler Conklin (83) makes a catch midfield against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 31, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) celebrates his touchdown reception against the Cleveland Browns during the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports /

6. Albert Okwuegbunam, Denver Broncos

Rostered: 1.7%

On Tuesday, Noah Fant was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. If he produces two negative tests 24 hours apart before Sunday, Fant could play.

If Fant remains out, Albert Okwuegbunam should step into a larger role on Sunday against a vulnerable Cowboys’ defense.

It is worth noting that Okwuegbunam is listed as questionable with a knee injury, and he was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy owners should monitor the statuses of both Fant and Okwuegbunam this weekend.

5. Pat Freiermuth, Pittsburgh Steelers

Rostered: 24.3%

Pat Freiermuth has seen a steep rise in production over his past two games. Freiermuth had a total of 27.0 fantasy points in his first five games; over his past two games, he has eclipsed that number with a total of 27.2 fantasy points.

A significant increase in targets has been the biggest difference for Freiermuth. He was targeted 13 times in the first five games. Now, he has been targeted 14 times in the last two games.

His increased usage is likely not a fluke, as the Steelers want the second-round pick to become a key contributor in the passing game.

He has TE1 potential for the remainder of the season.