Dynasty Movement: Week 4

Three weeks into the season, the first quarter is almost over. Significant injuries have altered player value, and under-the-radar players have emerged. Dynasty staffers Jason Wood, Dan Hindery, Andy Hicks, Maurile Tremblay, Ryan Weisse, and Matthew Montgomery discuss their most significant rankings movement. 

Dynasty Movement at Quarterback

C.J. Stroud, Houston

Jason Wood: Stroud is the biggest faller in this update, sliding out of the top-12 and into the lower end of the QB2 tier. He is still young, and his rookie season provides a strong baseline, but the Texans' offense looks alarmingly inept again in the early part of the 2025 season. That adds weight to the 2024 decline rather than dismissing it as a coaching-related anomaly. There is still time for things to turn around, but at this point, it is unwise to pay up for Stroud as an asset you can count on to win games in your starting lineup this season or beyond.

Jared Goff, Detroit

Jason Wood: It is time to stop adding qualifiers to Jared Goff's stellar performance. He is not a scrambler, and rushing production provides a clear fantasy boost, but a case can be made that he is the most effective pocket passer in the league at the moment. Like many, I was skeptical that the transition from Ben Johnson to John Morton would cause regression, yet through three weeks, the Lions look every bit as potent as they have in recent seasons. Goff is making difficult throws look easy and is executing one of the NFL's best schemes in high-pressure moments. His age and lack of rushing output keep him outside the top-12, but I would happily trade for him over several younger passers ranked higher by the industry consensus.

Drake Maye, New England

Ryan Weisse: It was clearly time to move Maye up my rankings to be more in line with the consensus. I was lower than most after his uninspiring rookie year, but he looks good to open the 2025 season. The best part is that Maye is a top-10 quarterback this season while still dealing with less-than-stellar weapons. He is performing well in Josh McDaniels' system and should be considered a top-10 dynasty asset at quarterback.

Matt Montgomery: Drake Maye faced high expectations entering the season, but a shaky Week 1 hurt his public perception. Still, he's showing steady growth. His 72.6% completion rate and 5:2 INT-to-TD ratio are solid, indicating he's not the problem in New England's struggles. For me, Maye's a riser in dynasty leagues as a value buy with substantial upside. Don't overlook his short-term production either; he's delivering now while developing into a potential star.

Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville

Andy Hicks: Every year, seemingly with a new head coach, we say that Lawrence has turned the corner. No more. When he ends up on a new franchise or with another head coach in Jacksonville, or gets hyped at the start of any future season, ignore any hype. It was recently reported that Lawrence locks onto his first read on over three-quarters of his throws. That's not a quarterback of NFL caliber. Drops way down. 

Dan Hindery: The hope was that a new coaching staff, improved health, and what looked like one of the most talented young wide receiver duos in the league would finally unlock Lawrence's fantasy upside. Instead, the Jaguars' passing offense has been below average, ranking 21st in EPA per play. The wide receivers have been part of the problem, with Brian Thomas Jr. proving to be a liability, the team leading the NFL in drops, and Travis Hunter failing to deliver the impact you would expect from the second overall pick. Still, much of the blame falls on Lawrence. He is locking onto his first read too often and still appears to be a first- or second-year quarterback in terms of command of the offense. His deep accuracy also remains a significant issue.

Michael Penix Jr., Atlanta 

Andy Hicks: It's horrible when a franchise pins all its hopes on a young quarterback, and the stench of their performance is overpowering. Penix did play well against the Bucs in a home game. The two bad performances were away games. With two of his next three games at home, we will see if a pattern develops. For now, moves right down.

Maurile Tremblay: Michael Penix Jr. was briefly benched in Week 3 -- never a good sign for a young quarterback's job security. Atlanta's offense has sputtered through three games, and the team responded to this past week's blowout by shuffling staff, moving OC Zac Robinson to the sideline, and firing the wide receivers coach. This kind of shuffling signals instability that can slow development and muddy the plan around a young quarterback. Considered as a whole, these factors increase the likelihood of midseason changes in play-calling and even the possibility of introducing competition in 2026.

Kyler Murray, Arizona

Matt Montgomery: Kyler Murray's time is up. The former #1 overall pick dazzled with his electric athleticism and arm talent entering the league, but he's fallen short. He's never hit 4,000 passing yards and has just two seasons with 550+ rushing yards. The Cardinals' passing offense looks flat under his leadership, lacking the spark expected from his potential. In fantasy football, Murray's the player I avoid, brimming with talent but wildly inconsistent, leaving managers second-guessing his weekly value.

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