Should I start Khalil Shakir, Parker Washington, Troy Franklin for Week 9? Fantasy football start 'em, sit 'em picks and recommendations for the 2025 NFL season.

The midway point of the 2025 NFL season is upon us. Four more teams are on bye in Week 9, and more unexpected wide receiver injuries can throw things for a loop in fantasy.

In this article, we will evaluate three fringe starters at wide receiver: Khalil Shakir , Parker Washington , and Troy Franklin . Both Shakir and Franklin are coming off breakout weeks, while Washington stands to benefit from the unfortunate Travis Hunter (knee) injury news.

So, should fantasy managers start Shakir, Washington, and Franklin in Week 9? Let's dive in. Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2025:

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