Yes, in almost all normal fantasy scenarios you should start Amon‑Ra St. Brown if he is active.

Why you should start him

• He is an elite, volume-heavy WR1 for the Lions, with recent seasons over 1,200 yards and double‑digit touchdowns, plus multiple Pro Bowls and top‑20 NFL player rankings.

• Analysts describe benching him as very risky unless you have unusually strong wide receiver depth, because his weekly target share and upside are among the best in fantasy.

• Current reports indicate he is managing an ankle issue, but the matchup is favorable and experts generally recommend starting him if he is cleared to play.

When you might sit him

• If he is ruled out or on a very strict snap count by team reports close to kickoff.

• If your alternatives are also true WR1 studs in a better health situation and format (for example, shallow league with multiple top‑5 options).

Simple recommendation

If he is active and not on a clear snap limit, plug Amon‑Ra St. Brown into your lineup and only consider sitting him in an extremely stacked roster situation.