Joshua Palmer Week 3 Outlook - Chargers at Steelers

By Derek Brown (FantasyPros), Thu, Sep 19th 2024, 1:05pm EDT

Palmer has been the third wheel in this passing attack behind McConkey and Johnston so far. He has only a 13% target share, a 15.9% air-yard share, and an 11.5% first-read share. He has been dinged up with a knee issue, which could explain the lack of targets and effectiveness. Among 92 qualifying receivers, he ranks 69th in separation and 73rd in route win rate. Palmer could draw shadow coverage from Joey Porter Jr. this week, but I think it's more likely Johnston who earns that honor. That means Palmer will face Donte Jackson (42.9% catch rate and 20.8 passer rating), which still is no treat. Sit Palmer.