Top 5 Fantasy Point Winners in Week 4 of the NFL 2024 Season

Week 4 of the NFL 2024 season saw several huge performances that shook up fantasy leaderboards. From veteran powerhouses to emerging stars, these players lit up the field and brought home big points for fantasy managers. There’s a good chance you’ve even benefited from these guys because they’ve been on our lists before.

Let's break down the top five fantasy point earners from Week 4 and what their performances mean going forward.

Derrick Henry (35.90 Fantasy Points)

Derrick Henry silenced any lingering doubts about his fit in Baltimore’s offense. With a dominant performance against the Bills, he’s showing the team that he’s there to stay.

His 199 rushing yards and 87-yard touchdown run set the tone early. It gave Henry his best game of the season by a mile. With a 1-yard score and another 10 receiving yards to add to his stat line, the big man delivered for fantasy owners in a huge way.

After a sluggish start to the season, Henry now seems to be hitting his stride in an offense that had to adjust to having two unique runners — him and Lamar Jackson.

The Ravens’ coaching staff found the perfect solution by deploying Henry in the pistol formation. We love this because it allows him to build up speed behind the line of scrimmage while keeping Jackson in his element. It delivers that explosive speed and power to plow through the line.

For fantasy managers, Henry’s breakout should be reassuring. He’s now a top-three running back, and if this offensive line continues to pave the way for his explosive runs. We expect Henry to keep rolling through defenses. It’s safe to say that Henry is no longer a gamble — he’s a reliable RB1 option moving forward. If his salary and value work for your lineup, you can’t go wrong with Derrick Henry.

Nico Collins (33.10 Fantasy Points)

Nico Collins has emerged as the undisputed No. 1 wide receiver for the Houston Texans. He put on another show in Week 4 with 151 receiving yards and a touchdown against the Jaguars.

Collins’ 12 catches were one of the biggest components in Houston’s narrow victory, and his ability to make plays after the catch is turning him into a star — as if there was any doubt.

Fantasy managers who have Collins on their roster are sitting pretty.

Not only does he lead the NFL in receiving yards through four weeks, but he’s also become C.J. Stroud’s go-to target. When the Texans need yardage, Collins is the man. That kind of chemistry is invaluable in fantasy, and it’s clear that Collins is benefiting from Stroud’s impressive start to his career. We’re already liking where this is going.

Looking ahead, Collins is a must-start in all DFS formats. With Houston’s offense clicking, and Collins consistently putting up massive points, expect him to remain a top fantasy option.

He’s not just a flex play anymore — Collins is a legitimate WR1 for fantasy managers. Pick him up whenever you can.

Justin Fields (31.98 Fantasy Points)

It was a tale of two halves for Justin Fields in Week 4.

The Steelers’ quarterback started the game with a shaky performance. He tripped over his own feet on the first snap and dealt with stalled drives throughout the first half.

But Fields turned it around after halftime, finishing with 312 passing yards, 55 rushing yards, and two total touchdowns. His late-game surge wasn’t enough to secure a win, but it saved his fantasy managers from disaster. Of course, the Steelers will need to do more if they want to go far, but we’re only focusing on fantasy winners here.

Fields’ rushing ability gives him a high floor. Despite the early struggles, Fields showed he’s got what it takes to bounce back and reminded fantasy owners why he’s a valuable dual-threat quarterback.

However, even for us, the slow starts are concerning, especially if the Steelers continue to play from behind.

For now, Fields remains a boom-or-bust QB option. His ability to rack up points in the second half makes him worth the start if you can get him with value. But managers should be wary of the inconsistency that’s plagued him early in games.

Fields’ upside keeps him in the QB1 conversation, but don’t be surprised if his performances continue to be a bit of a roller coaster.

D’Andre Swift (29.50 Fantasy Points)

D’Andre Swift is back on track after a rough start to the season.

The Bears’ running back looked like a completely different player in Week 4, rushing for 93 yards and adding 72 receiving yards on seven catches.

Swift also found the end zone, giving fantasy managers the kind of all-around performance they’d been hoping for when they drafted him. After all, we’re all about not relying on one stat to rack up the FP. You need to be dynamic.

What stood out the most was Swift’s involvement in the passing game. His 72 receiving yards led the Bears, showing just how much the team is leaning on him as a dual-threat back.

With a rookie quarterback under center, Swift has become a big-time safety valve, and that role should only grow as the season progresses.

Swift’s resurgence is a welcome sign for fantasy managers — even us.

He’s back in the RB2 conversation with upside, and if his usage in the passing game continues, Swift could easily creep into RB1 territory. The Bears’ offense has its struggles, but Swift seems to be a constant bright spot. His salary should remain relatively low for a bit so get him early.

Baker Mayfield (28.88 Fantasy Points)

Baker Mayfield bounced back in a big way this week. He led the Buccaneers to a 33-16 win over the Eagles with a solid performance.

Mayfield threw for 347 yards and two touchdowns, while also adding a rushing touchdown to his stat line.

After a few disappointing weeks, Mayfield finally delivered the kind of performance that fantasy owners were hoping for.

Mayfield’s connection with Mike Evans was on full display. These two hooked up for a score and Evans totaled 94 receiving yards on eight catches. With Mayfield spreading the ball around and limiting mistakes (no interceptions this week, yay!), the Buccaneers’ offense looked sharp as a tack.

For fantasy, Mayfield’s Week 4 showing restores some faith.

He’s still more of a matchup-dependent QB2, but if you’re in need of a streaming option or a bye-week fill-in, Mayfield is worth considering. Just keep in mind that his performances have been up and down so far this season. He’s a risky bet.

Get Your Fantasy Lineup Ready for Week 5!

Week 4 brought plenty of excitement with these five players putting up monster FPs.

From Derrick Henry’s resurgence to Baker Mayfield’s bounce-back, fantasy managers who had these stars in their lineups were likely celebrating some big wins.

Keep an eye on these players as they continue to trend upward in the coming weeks.