Welcome to the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List. Waivers have cleared, and rostership numbers have jumped. However, there are still deep plays sitting on your wire. That’s where this list comes in.
This week, I have seven names for you. First, we have two quarterbacks with matchups you can’t ignore. Next come two running backs in a week when running backs are hard to find. Then there are two slot receivers facing defenses that can’t cover the slot. Finally, my favorite minivan is back at tight end.
A few of these names will look familiar. In fact, one of them was in Monday’s CFF Week 9 G6 Risers, and I’m talking about him again today. That’s not me repeating myself. Instead, the matchup is so juicy I can’t stress it enough. So let’s get to the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List.
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Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List
Quarterbacks
Owen Eshelman, Washington State
Fantrax Rostership: 21%
Total Fantasy Points: 50.1
Fantasy Points Per Game: 16.7 (4-point passing TDs)
I get it. You might be nervous about Owen Eshelman. After all, he scored just 10.94 points against Boise State in Week 8. That’s a tough one to swallow.
Still, remember why I’m high on him. In his first start, he scored 39.16 points against Oregon State. He threw the ball 49 times that day. Plus, he ran it 15 times. Then, last week against Boise State, he ran it 23 times. Clearly, this is a quarterback who will use his legs. Even in a down game, the rushing volume was there.
Now look at the matchup. Washington State plays San Diego State in Week 9. The Aztecs are near the bottom against quarterbacks. They allow 32.09 fantasy points per game to the position, which is fifth-most in the nation.
Even worse, they just gave up 45.82 points to Hauss Hejny. That was Hejny’s his first back from injury. In other words, a quarterback shaking off rust torched them. Frankly, San Diego State can’t stop a nosebleed right now.
So yes, the Boise State game stung. Nevertheless, the matchup is ripe, and his legs give him a floor. Eshelman made last week’s CFF Week 8 G6 Sicko List, and I’m going back to the well. Fire him up.
@OwenEsh breaks free for a 41-yard run! 💨
Eshelman surpasses 100 rushing yards on the day! https://t.co/fBuekims6J
— Washington State Football (@WSUCougarFB) October 18, 2026
Ayden Pereira, Georgia State
Fantrax Rostership: 0%
Total Fantasy Points: 40.3
Fantasy Points Per Game: 5.8 (6-point passing TDs)
Next up is Ayden Pereira. Starter Cameran Brown got banged up last week. As a result, Pereira came on in relief.
He made the most of it. Pereira completed 12 of 19 passes for 163 yards. Along with that, he threw two touchdowns and two interceptions. He also added seven carries for 31 yards. Altogether, that was good for 19.62 points. And remember, he did that in relief, not over a full game.
Now for the fun part. Georgia State plays Coastal Carolina in Week 9. The Chanticleers allow 28.96 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. That’s the most in the Sun Belt. Simply put, nobody in the conference has been easier to throw on.
Granted, the two interceptions aren’t pretty. Even so, he showed he can move the ball with his arm and his legs. Therefore, I have confidence in Pereira based on the matchup alone. If he gets the start, plug him in.
Ayden Pereira takes one in for a touchdown!
#LightItBlue | #HistoryHappensHere https://t.co/ssFsobCPEl
— GSU Football (@GeorgiaStateFB) October 17, 2026
Running Backs
Before we dive in, a quick warning. This is a tough week out on the streets for running backs. The waiver wire is thin. Because of that, a steady role matters more than a perfect matchup.
Devonte Lyons, FIU
Fantrax Rostership: 7%
Total Fantasy Points: 58.1
Fantasy Points Per Game: 8.3
Devonte Lyons has taken over the FIU backfield. Over his last four games, he has carried the ball 10, 14, 15 and 19 times. That’s a role that keeps growing.
The production has followed. Over the last three weeks, he has run for 78, 73 and 115 yards. In addition, he’s starting to see receiving work. He had two targets two weeks ago, and then he saw five last week. As a result, his fantasy scores have climbed too. He put up 17.9 points against Jacksonville State. After that, he scored 20.7 against Middle Tennessee.
Now for the bad news. FIU plays Liberty in Week 9, and Liberty is tough against the run. The Flames allow just 16.91 fantasy points per game to running backs.
However, context matters here. Running backs are hard to find this week. Meanwhile, Lyons has the workload, and it’s trending up. On a thin wire, he’s one of the best options available. That earns him a spot on the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List.
Running back Devonte Lyons recorded 115 rushing yards against Middle Tennessee (Oct. 20), marking a career-high. https://t.co/5bZu0l8UIQ
— FIU Sports Info (@FIUSportsInfo) October 21, 2026
Durell Robinson, Colorado State
Fantrax Rostership: 29%
Total Fantasy Points: 108.3
Fantasy Points Per Game: 15.5
My next running back is Durell Robinson. Over his last five games, he has scored 12.6, 18, 20.4, 17.9 and 30.4 points. Even better, he has scored a touchdown in every one of those games.
The usage explains why. Robinson leads the Colorado State running back room with an 80.59 weighted opportunity share. He averages nearly 14 touches per game. On top of that, he puts up 64.7 total yards per game. He’s also seeing a little receiving work.
More importantly, he’s the back near the goal line. Robinson has 27 red zone carries. By comparison, Mel Brown has just six. Consequently, Robinson has eight rushing touchdowns on the year. When Colorado State gets close, the ball goes to Robinson.
Game script helps too. Colorado State will likely be playing catch-up often. At the very least, the starters should stay on the field, which means more snaps for Robinson.
This week, Colorado State plays Utah State. The Aggies allow 17.6 fantasy points per game to running backs. That’s not a smash spot. Still, the red zone role gives him a strong floor. So pick up Durell Robinson and play him this week.
Durell Robinson scores his 3rd TD of the game for @CSUFootball! https://t.co/LK9VErUFY4
— The CW Sports (@TheCW_Sports) October 25, 2026
Wide Receivers
Wayne Harris, Kent State
Fantrax Rostership: 31%
Total Fantasy Points: 115.6
Fantasy Points Per Game: 14.4
I talked about Wayne Harris in Monday’s CFF Week 9 G6 Risers. Honestly, I can’t stop talking about him.
If you listened to the G5 Hive waiver wire segment before Week 8, you heard this. Harris is the slot receiver for Kent State. At the time, he was averaging 6.43 targets, four receptions and 55.71 yards per game. He also had five red zone targets and one touchdown. All of those led the team. So I called for a spike week.
What did he do? He caught nine of 17 targets for 156 yards and three touchdowns. That was good for 42.6 points. Needless to say, the spike arrived.
Now the matchup gets even better. Kent State plays Sacramento State in Week 9. The Hornets allow 32.03 fantasy points per game to wide receivers. Specifically, they give up 0.552 points per snap to slot receivers, which is the second-worst mark in the nation. They also allow 18 points per game to the slot.
Put it all together. Sacramento State can’t guard the slot. Meanwhile, Kent State’s top receiver lives in the slot. That’s a recipe. On Monday, I paired him with Dru DeShields as a stack. Today, I’m saying it again because this matchup is too good to whisper. Wayne Harris headlines the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List. Fire him up.
SIX FOR SIX! Wayne Harris to the house!
KSU – 14
TSDTR – 14📺 https://t.co/sJxzWSfux9
📻 https://t.co/4ZZywBCUR5
📊 https://t.co/2cep5rpRuH#GoFlashes⚡️ | #HAB1TS https://t.co/E6ND95SA9G
— Kent State Football (@KentStFootball) October 24, 2026
Nathaniel “Ray Ray” Joseph, ECU
Fantrax Rostership: 10%
Total Fantasy Points: 80.1
Fantasy Points Per Game: 11.4
This next one is strictly a matchup play. I see it, and I feel like it has to work.
Nathaniel “Ray Ray” Joseph has been quiet lately. Earlier in the season, he had a hot streak with 24.4 and 24.8 points. Since then, he has dipped to 10.5 and 5.6.
Part of the reason may be who is under center. Joseph found great chemistry with Emory Williams. That makes sense, since both came to ECU from Miami. However, ECU may have made a switch back to Mitch Griffis. Griffis seems to only have eyes for Landon Sides, like he did last week. So that’s something to watch.
Still, the matchup is loud. ECU plays Temple in Week 9. The Owls allow 36.96 fantasy points per game to wide receivers. In particular, they give up 0.457 points per snap to the slot. That works out to 15.9 points per game to slot receivers. Conveniently, that’s exactly where Joseph lines up.
If this doesn’t work, the quarterback will be the reason. In that case, blame the Griffis-to-Landon Sides connection. On the other hand, if Emory Williams is the quarterback, definitely fire up Joseph. Either way, the matchup says to look his way.
Ray Ray Joseph TD https://t.co/PGgOaD5t97
— Grant Reacts (@GrantReacts1) October 15, 2026
Tight End
Cole Keller, James Madison
Fantrax Rostership: 31%
Total Fantasy Points: 84
Fantasy Points Per Game: 10.5
He’s been here before. Cole Keller is no stranger to my list. Then again, why stop talking about a player who keeps producing?
A couple of weeks ago, I predicted four targets. He got two and made me look silly. Fortunately, he bounced back in Week 8 with four targets and 10.5 points.
Here’s what consistency looks like. Over his last five games, he has scored 11.1, 6.5, 20.8, 7.4 and 10.5 points. Meanwhile, his targets have gone 4, 4, 4, 2 and 4. That’s about as steady as tight end gets.
JMU plays Troy in Week 9. Admittedly, this isn’t about chasing a ceiling. Instead, you’re playing for the floor. I’ve compared Keller to a reliable minivan that gets you from place to place. It’s not sexy, but it gets the job done.
When tight ends are tough to come by, that matters. That’s why Keller rounds out the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List.
Cole Keller. Future NFL tight end. https://t.co/04MK8vmCuS
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) October 23, 2026
Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List
Overall, this list is about matchups and roles. Eshelman and Pereira face two of the softest pass defenses around. Meanwhile, Lyons and Robinson give you steady work in a thin running back week. Likewise, Harris and Joseph both draw defenses that can’t cover the slot. Finally, Keller keeps doing what Keller does.
Need a quarterback? Start with Eshelman, then look at Pereira if Brown sits. Need a running back? Grab Robinson first for his red zone role. After that, Lyons is your volume play. At receiver, Harris is the must-add. Then take a swing on Joseph, especially if Williams is under center. Lastly, if you need a tight end, the minivan is ready.
That wraps up the Week 9 CFF G6 Sicko List. Get your pickups in and set your lineups. Until then, good luck in your Week 9 matchups!
If you want more G6 information, catch me every Sunday and Monday night at about 10:30 p.m. ET on YouTube or X, where Justice and I bring you The G5 Hive Live. And if you missed Monday’s article, CFF Week 9 G6 Risers, be sure to check it out. There may still be some value floating around on your waiver wire.
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