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Scott finished as a top 15 player ranker in Fantasy Football Week 5 and as a top 10 ranker in Week 2 on FantasyPros.com. He was the No. 1 tight end ranker for Week 5.
The Seahawks took center stage from a fantasy football perspective this week, as their trade for wide receiver Rashid Shaheed made the biggest news splash before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline. The former Saints speedster was already an established upside performer as a fantasy WR 3/4. Now his fantasy appeal gets a boost with his new team, while positively impacting other players around him.
Shaheed already ranked just outside the top 25 at WR with 104.4 total fantasy points in 2025. He logged four double-figure fantasy PPR performances in nine games with the Saints this year, including his last two played with the team. His fantasy value now gets elevated as he moves from the 22nd-ranked passing game in the league to the Seahawks' fourth-ranked attack.
Shaheed will be an ideal fit as a prime downfield weapon for Sam Darnold and a top complement for the most productive WR in fantasy football, Jaxon Smith-Njigba. According to PlayerProfiler, Shaheed already ranked ninth in the NFL in deep targets this season, He has averaged 14.9 yards per reception in his career, and averaged over 17 yards per reception in two of his four seasons so far.
Now Shaheed gets to work with Darnold, who leads the league in Explosive Play Rating for passers (124.8) and Deep Ball Completion Percentage (58.6). The Seahawks QB is also second in Deep Ball Catchable Pass Rate. Darnold ranks second in Air Yards Per Attempt and is fourth in Money Throws.
The fit could simply not be any better with one of the most dangerous big-play threats in the game and a QB who is thriving as a deep gunner while performing at an elite level overall. Pairing with Smith-Njigba will be an obvious advantage, as the Seahawks' breakout star commands so much defensive attention.
I now view Shaheed as a fantasy WR3 with a higher weekly statistical ceiling once he is fully involved in the flow of the Seahawks' passing game. Some of his spike weeks could be a key factor in wins down the stretch and in the playoffs in fantasy football.
I would not start Shaheed just yet in NFL Week 10, as this will be his first game with a new team. The Cardinals rank 18th in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed, so we could see his immediate impact in real life as a glimpse of more to come. Increased production for fantasy purposes could come as soon as Week 11 in a major NFC West showdown with the Rams.
When you are faced with a close decision between Shaheed and any other fantasy WR3 or flex option, you can consider his upside as an advantage. His presence on the Seahawks' offense should ensure that JSN will continue to post excellent numbers, as Shaheed's insertion into the passing game will also help his new receiving partner. Now opposing secondaries must account for one of the biggest deeper threats in the game in addition to being concerned about Smith-Njigba.
The arrival of Shaheed may vault Darnold into pure fantasy QB1 territory. Plus, adding a major downfield playmaker can also help the running game. Kenneth Walker III ranks 33rd in the league in light box carry percentage (58.9) against opposing defensive fronts. With Robbie Ouzts also now back in the mix as a lead blocker, this could be a good time to trade for the Seahawks' RB.
Fantasy Football Outlooks: Week 10 Seahawks Update
Smith-Njigba is continuing to look like a league-winning fantasy cornerstone. His 119.0 total PPR points lead all WRs, and he is just one of three players at the position to have 110-plus points. His 14.9 Fantasy Points Per Game lead all WRs who have played four or more games.
If you are trying to trade for JSN, offering another player who is performing at a top level is the best route to take. For instance, if your team needs help at WR and is strong at RB, a deal built around Bijan Robinson for Smith-Njigba has a better chance of being accepted. Three for one offers will often be rejected. Be prepared to part with significant fantasy assets to have a true shot of acquiring JSN.
Darnold ranks 13th overall at QB and is ascending. He has logged 28-plus points in two of his last four games and finished with 20-plus in three of the last four. Credit the offensive line for providing outstanding protection. Darnold has been sacked a league-low nine times. AJ Barner has scored in double figures in four of his past games and is a good streaming option. His role as a short-yardage package option gives him bonus fantasy appeal.
Fantasy Football Week 10 2025: Best Players To Start
Players are listed in order of starting preference.
NFL Week 10: Running Backs To Start
START Jaylen Warren: The Pittsburgh RB rushed for two TDs last week. Over the past four weeks, the Chargers have allowed an NFL-high five rushing TDs to RBs.
START RJ Harvey: The rookie has registered five TDs from scrimmage in his last three games. The Raiders rank 21st in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed to RBs.
START TreVeyon Henderson: Another first-year player to consider as a RB2 streamer or flex option, Henderson faces Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers rank 29th in FFPG allowed to RBs over the past four weeks.
START Kenneth Walker III: As previously indicated, the acquisition of Shaheed should have a positive impact on the running game. Walker is worth consideration as a RB2 streamer option or flex play this week.
NFL Week 10: Wide Receivers To Start
START Rome Odunze: He didn't get involved in the offensive fireworks display at all against the Bengals last week. Expect Caleb Williams to target Odunze frequently this week in a favorable matchup vs. the Giants. The Bears will likely want to re-establish Odunze as an important pass-catcher.
START Quentin Johnston: Chargers-Steelers might be a fun game from the fantasy perspective. Johnston has clearly emerged a frequent big-play and TD target for Justin Herbert. Pittsburgh allows the most FFPG to opposing WRs.
START Wan'Dale Robinson: Rookie QB Jaxson Dart has continually leaned on Robinson as his most reliable pass-catcher. Chicago is one of the best fantasy matchups for WRs this season.
START Jameson Willaims: Last week, the Seahawks' pass-catchers busted out for four TD receptions in the first half vs. Washington. Play Williams again for some upside, as his speed will be a big challenge for a pass defense that allowed two TD receptions to Tory Horton.
NFL Week 10: Quarterbacks To Start
START Caleb Williams: He finished as the highest-scoring QB in fantasy football for the second time this season in Week 9. Another potential big game awaits against the Giants.
START Jaxson Dart: If you need an ideal fill-in for a QB who is injured or on a bye, Dart is the guy to go with. He has rushed for TDs in four consecutive games.
NFL Week 10: Tight Ends To Start
START Dalton Kincaid: Miami ranks 28th in FFPG allowed to TEs. Kincaid finished with 100-plus receiving yards in two of his past three games.
START Kyle Pitts: The Colts are a consistently good matchup for TEs. Pitts scored 13-plus fantasy points in three of his past five games.
NFL Week 10 Defenses to Stream: Carolina (vs. New Orleans), Detroit (vs. Washington), Houston (vs. Jacksonville) - Seahawks (vs. Arizona) – The Seahawks' defense is now the No. 2 unit in fantasy football. Last week's return of Devon Witherspoon boosts their weekly outlook even more.
The Seahawks acquired wide receiver Rashid Shaheed from the New Orleans Saints, pending a physical. Check out the best photos of Shaheed through the years.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) gestures to the camera prior to an NFL preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, in Green Bay, Wis. (Todd Rosenberg via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) in the first half during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in New Orleans. (Rick Scuteri via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) scores on a 44-yard run in the second quarter during an NFL game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022 in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs past Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie (22) for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs for a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals' Vonn Bell (24) during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) smiles after catching a touchdown pass during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2022 in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals defeated the Saints 42-34. (Greg Trott via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) scores a touchdown while avoiding Arizona Cardinals cornerback Marco Wilson (20) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) pulls in a touchdown reception as Arizona Cardinals cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. (7) and cornerback Marco Wilson cover during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) celebrates his touchdown reception with wide receiver Chris Olave (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) looks on during an NFL football game between the Arizona Cardinals and the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2022 in Glendale, Ariz. (Michael Owens via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs the ball past Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Rock Ya-Sin (26) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs with the ball in the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in New Orleans, Monday, Nov. 7, 2022. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) returns a kick during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Pittsburgh, PA. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs with the ball as Los Angeles Rams safety Nick Scott (33) pursues in an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022 in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Rams 27-20. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
New Orleans Saints' Rashid Shaheed (89) returns a kick in the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs a route during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Rams 27-20. (Logan Bowles via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints' Rashid Shaheed in action during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (89) runs onto the field during player introductions before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) catches a 58-yard touchdown pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) makes a reception to score a touchdown in front of Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) catches a touchdown pass against the Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard (31) and cornerback Sean Murphy-Buntin, right, in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. The Saints won 16-15. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) celebrates a 41-yard pass reception in the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. The Saints won 16-15. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) catches a 41-yard pass in the fourth quarter as Tennessee Titans cornerback Kristian Fulton (26) defends during an NFL game on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker/ NFL LCC)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) carries the ball against the Tennessee Titans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Titans 16-15. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, in Charlotte N.C. The Saints won 20-17. (Perry Knotts via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) celebrates after returning a punt for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12) and New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) celebrate a play during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Sept 24, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Saints 18-17. (Todd Rosenberg via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) returns a punt for a touchdown past Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens (34) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) makes a reception while tackled by New England Patriots defensive back Jabrill Peppers (5) during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) pulls in a touchdown pass against Houston Texans cornerback Steven Nelson (21) in the first half of an NFL football game in Houston, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs with the ball against the Houston Texans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Houston. The Texans defeated the Saints 20-13. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Houston. The Texans defeated the Saints 20-13. (Cooper Neill via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, in New Orleans. The Jaguars won 31-24. (Perry Knotts via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs for a touchdown returns during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, December 21, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Ben Liebenberg via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) poses for a photo after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) makes a reception in front of Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn (8) to score a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Panthers 47 - 10. (Perry Knotts via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Panthers 47 - 10. (Perry Knotts via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) carries the ball during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Atlanta. The Falcons defeated the Saints 26-24. (Paul Abell via AP)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Atlanta. (Logan Bowles via AP)
New Orleans Saints Rashid Shaheed, left, is congratulated by wide receiver Chris Olave after scoring during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) catches a touchdown pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs defeated the Saints 26-13. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
New Orleans Saints Rashid Shaheed (22) catches a touchdown pass as Kansas City Chiefs safety Bryan Cook (6) watches during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed runs the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New Orleans Saints' Rashid Shaheed (22) gestures while returning a punt for a touchdown past Tampa Bay Buccaneers punter Jake Camarda (5) during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints' Rashid Shaheed celebrates after returning a punt for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) scores on a 54-yard punt return in the second quarter during the NFL game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker/ NFL LCC)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) celebrates his punt return with teammate during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, October. 13, 2024, in New Orleans, LA. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) carries the ball against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
New Orleans Saints' Rashid Shaheed (22) returns a punt against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs down the field during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) carries against the Buffalo Bills in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) carries against the Buffalo Bills in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball past New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (27) to score a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs past New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (27) to score a touchdown during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs after a catch for a touchdown against New York Giants safety Tyler Nubin (27) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs the ball during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) catches an 87-yard touchdown in the second quarter during the NFL game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025 in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker/ NFL LCC)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) scores on an 87-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter during the NFL game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025 in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker/ NFL LCC)
Rashid Shaheed #22 of the New Orleans Saints during an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in New Orleans, La., Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Ella Hall)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) runs a route against the New England Patriots during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker)
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12) celebrates with New Orleans Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)
