Fantasy Football Showdown: Kincaid vs. Shakir in Bills-Dolphins Clash
As the Buffalo Bills prepare to face the Miami Dolphins, Fantasy Football experts are igniting a debate over which player will shine brighter: tight end Dalton Kincaid or wide receiver Khalil Shakir. With a game plan likely focused on running the ball, analysts predict that Kincaid will outpace Shakir in terms of targets in this pivotal matchup.
Josh Allen’s Dominance Against Miami
It’s hard to ignore Josh Allen’s remarkable track record against the Dolphins. Since taking over as the Bills’ starting quarterback in 2018, Allen has led his team to an impressive 14-2 record against Miami, including a seven-game winning streak that extends into this season. This historical dominance sets the stage for another productive afternoon for Allen and the Bills in South Florida.
Kincaid’s Rising Stock
According to Fantasy Football analysts at USA Today, Dalton Kincaid is poised for a breakout performance in Week 10. In their “Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em” guide, they urge Fantasy managers to start Kincaid, highlighting his impressive stats: while he ranks third on the team in receptions with 27, he leads in both receiving yards (411) and touchdowns (4).
The analysis notes that Miami has been vulnerable against tight ends, allowing the third-most receptions and the fifth-most fantasy points per game. Last week, Kincaid scored an impressive 22.1 points despite facing a tough Kansas City Chiefs defense, marking him as a key player in the Bills’ high-octane offense.
Shakir’s Struggles Amidst Strong Defense
On the other hand, Khalil Shakir, who boasts significantly more targets (16) and catches (11) than Kincaid, is receiving a red light from analysts this week. Despite the Dolphins’ defense ranking poorly in terms of dropback EPA and success rate allowed, they have managed to limit wide receivers effectively.
USA Today points out that Miami’s defensive scheme, which emphasizes stopping the run, has forced opponents to adapt their offensive strategies. With the potential for the Bills to lean heavily on the ground game—especially with uncertainty surrounding running back James Cook’s lower-body injury—the outlook for Shakir appears less favorable.
Previous Matchup Performance
It’s worth noting that both Kincaid and Shakir found the end zone in the Bills’ earlier encounter with the Dolphins, a 31-21 victory at Highmark Stadium on September 18. This performance provides a glimmer of hope for Shakir, but with the projected game script leaning towards a run-heavy approach, Kincaid seems to be the safer bet for Fantasy owners this week.
As the matchup looms, all eyes will be on how the Bills utilize their offensive weapons against Miami’s defense. Will Kincaid continue his ascent as a primary target, or can Shakir defy expectations? Fantasy managers will be eagerly watching this showdown unfold.
