Week 4 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Carnell Tate vs. Rome Odunze

Week 4 Fantasy Football Start or Sit: Carnell Tate vs. Rome Odunze

Two Week 1 WR1s, Chicago Bears Rome Odunze and Tennessee Titans Carnell Tate, have yet to record significant fantasy football performances. This analysis will determine which player is more likely to break their underwhelming streak and become the better start option in Week 4.

Odunze has had a difficult fantasy season thus far, ranking 58th in PPR formats in Week 3 with just three receptions for 44 yards. In contrast, Tate had his best statistical game of his rookie season in Week 3, logging six receptions for 58 yards against the New York Giants. Tate has a higher receiving target (9) compared to Odunze's nine targets, which bodes well for his production.

The Week 4 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens could be the catalyst Tate needs to continue his upward fantasy trend. The Ravens are allowing only the 17th fewest passing yards per game (216.3) in 2026, and have struggled to defend opposing WR1s in their last two games. Additionally, the Titans will likely have a heavy passing game in Week 4, potentially increasing Tate's opportunities.

Odunze, on the other hand, should be kept on fantasy benches until he displays better performance. With a poor matchup against the New York Jets, who allow the third-fewest passing yards per game (171.0), Odunze's fantasy production is unlikely to improve.

Based on these facts, fantasy managers should start Carnell Tate and sit Rome Odunze for Week 4. Tate's better performance and improved matchup make him the more reliable pick for fantasy football success.