Fantasy Football Week 9: 3 players to flex

• WR Caleb Douglas, Miami Dolphins vs. Detroit Lions: The Dolphins’ downfield wide receiver should play well against the Lions.

• TE Kyle Pitts, Atlanta Falcons vs. Cincinnati Bengals: The Bengals struggle to cover tight ends.

• WR Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans: The Texans’ pass defense is playing poorly this year.

Fantasy managers face tough start-sit decisions at the flex position each week. The article below breaks down three recommended flex starters for Week 9 based on factors including talent, offensive environment and defensive matchups.