It’s easy to overreact in fantasy football, especially when expectations aren’t met in the early weeks of the season. But fear not, Dalton Del Don is here to assess the panic levels for some high-profile players and whether you should stay the course or hit the panic button.

Garrett Wilson, New York Jets

Garrett Wilson’s start to the 2024 season has been underwhelming, especially given the expectations surrounding him after the arrival of four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers. Wilson’s production has dipped across the board — fewer catches, yards, and touchdowns compared to last year. He ranks a disappointing 77th in yards per target and 62nd in catchable target rate. Rodgers’ passer rating when targeting anyone else on the team is 27 points higher.

The numbers don’t inspire confidence, but Wilson remains a highly skilled receiver. At just 24 years old, he ranks 11th in expected fantasy points, and his chemistry with Rodgers should improve over time. However, Wilson’s value could take a hit if the Jets trade for Davante Adams, potentially cutting into his target share. There’s reason for concern, but Wilson should still bounce back.

Panic Level: Moderate – Stay patient but keep an eye on trade rumors.

Breece Hall, New York Jets

Breece Hall had a forgettable Week 4 performance, managing just four rushing yards on six carries and struggling near the goal line. To make matters worse, rookie Braelon Allen outperformed him, sparking concerns that Hall may lose more goal-line work moving forward. Hall’s missed blocks and visible frustration from Aaron Rodgers only added to the difficult day.

However, Hall leads all running backs in receptions and remains a strong candidate for fantasy production, even if Allen starts cutting into his workload. Despite the Jets’ offensive line struggles, Hall’s ability as a receiver keeps him in the RB1 conversation. His snap count may fluctuate, but Hall should still see enough high-value touches to remain productive.

Panic Level: Low – Continue starting Hall with confidence, but monitor his usage.

Kyle Pitts, Atlanta Falcons

Kyle Pitts’ targets have dropped every season since entering the league, and now he’s losing snaps to Charlie Woerner. Pitts ranks last in ESPN’s receiving score and is fourth on the team in first-read targets, which is alarming for a player drafted with such high expectations. His usage has simply not matched the hype, and the Falcons’ offense hasn’t done him any favors.

Pitts’ decline in targets and production has raised serious doubts about his future in fantasy football. He hasn’t lived up to his ADP, and there’s little evidence to suggest a major turnaround is on the horizon.

Panic Level: High – It might be time to move on from Pitts if a better option is available.

Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons

Bijan Robinson’s Week 4 saw a concerning dip in workload, with only one more opportunity than Tyler Allgeier. Robinson’s 61% snap share was his lowest of the season, and he was significantly outgained by Allgeier on the ground. Raheem Morris indicated that the backfield rotation was a “hot hand” situation, which raises concerns about Robinson’s workload moving forward.

However, Robinson has been far more efficient than Allgeier when comparing yards per carry, especially given the stacked boxes he faces. While this was a disappointing week, Robinson’s talent and role as a pass-catcher should keep him in the RB1 conversation.

Panic Level: Low – Expect Robinson to regain his full workload in the coming weeks.

Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts

Anthony Richardson’s rookie season has been a roller-coaster, and a hip injury in Week 4 cut short what was shaping up to be a promising performance. Richardson has flashed immense potential, particularly with his deep-ball accuracy, but also ranks high in turnover-worthy plays, adding risk to his weekly fantasy value.

Richardson’s rushing ability and aggressive playstyle give him a high fantasy ceiling, but injury concerns and inconsistency make him a volatile QB option. With the schedule easing up and his upside still intact, Richardson remains a valuable asset if he stays healthy.

Panic Level: Moderate – Monitor his injury status closely but don’t panic yet.

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes hasn’t quite been himself this season, struggling with interceptions and failing to hit 30 pass attempts in three games already. His current interception streak is his longest since entering the NFL, and his air yards per attempt have dropped to career-low levels. Mahomes has only reached 300 passing yards once in his last nine regular-season games.

While these numbers are concerning, Mahomes remains one of the best quarterbacks in the league. With the Chiefs likely to adjust their offensive approach and the potential for a trade to boost their receiving corps, Mahomes should bounce back in the coming weeks.

Panic Level: Low – Mahomes is too talented to stay down for long.

DJ Moore, Chicago Bears

DJ Moore has struggled to make an impact in Chicago’s offense, and much of the blame falls on Caleb Williams’ inaccurate deep throws. Moore’s fantasy value has been severely hindered by an offense that ranks last in yards per play, and his frustration has been visible on the sidelines.

While Moore is still seeing plenty of targets, the poor offensive environment in Chicago limits his upside. Unless the Bears make significant improvements, Moore’s ceiling will remain capped.

Panic Level: High – Consider exploring trade options if Moore’s production doesn’t improve soon.