Carson Wentz or Russell Wilson Week 3 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Fantasy Football projections for QBs explored

Carson Wentz and Russell Wilson are set to start for their respective teams in Week 3, presenting a dilemma for fantasy managers.

Of course, managers are not expecting Wilson to provide the elite numbers he once did, nor are they expecting much from Wentz.

Having said that, which one is likely to perform the best in Week 3? Here's a look at Wilson, Wentz, and a recommendation.

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Carson Wentz vs Russell Wilson: Who should you start?

Carson Wentz fantasy outlook for Week 3

Carson Wentz is tempting to start in Week 3 because he faces the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals have historically allowed teams to throw on them early and often, which bodes well for Wentz. However, as a backup quarterback, any number of outcomes are possible, including disaster.

According to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool, Wentz is projected to earn just 8.8 points.

Wentz vs Wilson - Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool

He is projected to throw for just 107.5 yards, with an 80% chance of throwing a touchdown and a 40% chance of throwing an interception. He's also projected to scramble for 10 yards with a 10% chance at a rushing touchdown. Put simply, keep him on your bench. If he lives up to the projection, it would be wise to drop him for someone else.

Russell Wilson fantasy outlook for Week 3

Russell Wilson blew out the Kansas City Chiefs in 2023, when he was playing for the Denver Broncos in Sean Payton's first season with the team. As such, there's a possibility he can do it again, but according to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool, he won't need to do much.

Wilson is projected to earn 172.5 passing yards, 1.2 touchdowns, and potentially surrender an interception with a 40% chance. He is also expected to earn 13.3 yards on the ground with a 10% chance at a rushing touchdown. He is worth starting only in desperate situations.

Carson Wentz vs Russell Wilson final verdict

Neither quarterback is slated to light it up in Week 3, with Carson Wentz working in his first start for the Minnesota Vikings and Russell Wilson facing tough competition against the Kansas City Chiefs.

If you must start one, go with Wilson. Wentz is worth keeping on the bench this week on the off chance he shows something special. However, with an 8.8-point projection, Wentz is clearly not worth going all-in on this week, even with a seemingly enticing matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.