Golden Tate Becomes Must-Start in Fantasy Leagues with Calvin Johnson Injured

October 11, 2014   ·   Rob Goldberg   ·   Jump to comments

If you drafted Golden Tate hoping he would become a nice complement to Calvin Johnson, get ready for even more than you bargained for as the receiver ranks as a top option in Week 6.
The former Seattle Seahawks star has had back-to-back big weeks for the Detroit Lions, totaling 15 catches for 250 receiving yards and a touchdown. A lot of this has been based on the fact Johnson has been limited by an ankle injury, turning Tate into the No. 1 target for Matthew Stafford. The good news is this will not change any time soon.
Despite being an active starter for the past two weeks, Johnson was extremely ineffective while dealing with his injury. ESPN's Adam Schefter noted earlier in the week the player might try a new strategy in Week 6:
Andrew Siciliano of the NFL Network reported the All-Pro receiver was unlikely to suit up:
It seems clear that whether he plays or not, he will not be at full strength. This means more opportunity for Tate, who was targeted 20 times over ...

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