CAR vs. HOU
Christian McCaffrey: A tough weekend for CMC owners, and he will be out for a couple weeks. Pick up Chuba Hubbard where you can.
Panthers WRs: DJ Moore is the one you want; he looks to be set up for a spectacular season. Robby Anderson did not look good at all, while Terrace Marshall remains a high upside player for the latter half of the season.
Texans Offense: Brandin Cooks is a solidified WR2 from here on out, as the Texans overall horrible roster will force Mills to throw the ball much more. He could be on for a 140+ target season.
LAC vs. KC
Justin Herbert: Herbert looked amazing against the Chiefs, completing 26 passes on 38 throws and passing for 4 touchdowns. After a really rough start to the season, he should be considered a low end QB1 moving forward.
Austin Ekeler: Ekeler’s starting to get into rhythm, averaging 22.6 fantasy points in his last two games without a touchdown. His involvement in the receiving game continues to give him an amazing floor, making him a low end RB1 with weekly upside to be the top running back.
Chargers WRs: The way he’s playing, Mike Williams looks like a high end WR2. Keenan Allen is still a low end WR1, but Williams looks as if he will take more touchdowns away in the future. Both should be in your lineup every week, and everybody else should be on your bench.
KC Offense: Set and forget Tyreek, Kelce, and Mahomes.
Clyde Edwards-Helaire: CEH is a sell high candidate. He had a decent week, but was saved by a touchdown nevertheless.
ARI vs. JAX
Kyler, Cardinals WRs: A rather mediocre game from the MVP front runner, who was saved by a rushing touchdown earlier in the game. However, look for him and the entire Arizona offense to bounce back.
Cardinals RBs: The amount of work James Conner is getting is frustrating for Edmonds’ workload. Conner actually led the team in rushing yards, and matched Edmonds in carries. While Edmonds will get most of his work through the passing game, the cardinals clearly trust James Conner on the goalline, giving him the opportunity to score 2 touchdowns today.
Jaguars Offense: Lawrence looked pretty awful against a tough Arizona defense. Along with his two interceptions (one of which Arizona took to the house), he had multiple throws nearly picked off as well. As long as the number one overall pick can’t get things rolling, you can’t expect much from his supporting staff as well. Marvin Jones remains the only one fantasy owners can trust in their starting lineup.
CHI vs. CLE
Bears Offense: The Bears looked awful. In fact, the offense produced the second fewest yards per play (1.1) in a century, and the worst in their franchise history. However, it was just Fields’ first week with the reins and he’ll look to bounce back against a weak Detroit defense next week. If Fields’ struggles again, so will Allen Robinson and David Montgomery.
Browns RBs: Although he had no work in the passing game, Nick Chubb had 22 carries against a tough Bears’ run defense. Keep starting Chubb, while Hunt is a viable flex option, scoring a touchdown this week and leading the team in receptions.
Odell Beckham Jr: OBJ could be a low WR3 while Landry is still out, but it will be hard to start him once Landry is healthy. You shouldn’t be starting(or rostering) any of the other players on the Browns’ receiving corps.
WFT vs. BUF
Antonio Gibson: He continues to struggle, with 12 carries for just 31 yards. His day was saved with a 73 yard touchdown catch and run, but still lacks efficiency.
WFT Receiving Corps: Heinicke struggled against a stout Bills defense, leading to mediocre days for both Terry McLaurin and Logan Thomas. Continue to start both of them, however, and nobody else.
Josh Allen: Definitely a defining game for him this season, throwing for 4 touchdowns and scoring 37 fantasy points: a reminder of what he can do.
Bills WRs: When they’re playing well, the Bills throw the ball at an incredibly efficient rate. Emmanuel Sanders should be on all rosters, Beasley a WR2, and Diggs, although a mediocre statline, is still a set and forget receiver.
Bills RBs: Zack Moss had a great game, but this back field isn’t particularly fantasy-friendly. Sell high on Singletary while you still can.
IND vs. TEN
Jonathan Taylor: He had a pretty poor game script, as the Colts trailed the majority of the game. Nyheim Hines out-snapped Taylor 34 to 29, and took most of the work. Taylor will look to bounce back against the Dolphins, but managers should be concerned for their top running back when the Colts play contenders.
Colts WRs: Pittman looked good today, and is a flex option. He’s the only one you can start here, but Zach Pascal is worth a spot on your bench.
Derrick Henry: After a poor start to the season, Derrick Henry should be a top 3 RB1 option week in and week out.
Titans WRs: AJ Brown played 8 snaps before coming down with a hamstring injury in the first quarter. Reports have come out saying it is a hamstring strain, and he looks like he’s going to be out for a couple weeks (officially designated as week to week). Julio Jones also did not finish the game which led to Nick Westbrook leading this receiving group in receptions, receiving yards, and fantasy points. While healthy, I would not be worried about Jones and Brown, but Vrabel was very vague on both of their injuries.
NO vs. NE
Alvin Kamara: Kamara started the game hot, and had a respectable statline, ending up with 20.8 PPR fantasy points. Still an RB1.
Saints WRs: Callaway had a decent game, but realistically, it’s hard to say if Winston can play well enough to support any one of these players in fantasy.
Patriots Offense: Damien Harris’ stock has been slowly declining, dropping from a RB2 to a flex this week. However, it was a tough matchup, and James White’s injury could do wonders for his receiving work. Apart from that, this offense is pretty terrible.
ATL vs. NYG
Atlanta Offense: While Calvin Ridley had a decent day, this Matt Ryan and the Falcons offense continues to struggle. Kyle Pitts ended the day with 3 targets, undoubtedly disappointing quite a few fantasy managers. This offense in general should be faded.
Saquon Barkley: The Giants did exactly what they told us they would do, easing Barkley in until week 3. We can see his attempts and usage increase, with 10 carries in week 1, 13 carries in week 2, and now 16 carries in week 3. He’s due for a breakout week, and is a buy candidate.
Giants Receiving Corps: You want Shepard, Slayton, and Golladay, all of which are flex options. Not much going on here, but Daniel Jones is capable of bringing games to shootouts (as we saw against WFT), which gives these three receivers high weekly upside.
CIN vs. PIT
Joe Mixon: Mixon had an efficient day on the ground, but lacked receiving work. While he has upside, there are a lot of mouths to feed on this offense, and his production could take a hit from that. However, he’s still a low end RB1 due to workload going forward.
Ja’Marr Chase: The Burrow to Chase connection looks just like it did back at LSU. He’s now a solidified WR2 and should be started weekly.
Tyler Boyd: Boyd had a decent game with Higgins out, and is flex worthy as long as only two of the three starting WRs are playing. However, once Higgins is healthy, his production will take a hit.
Najee Harris: While the awful Steelers line makes his run game painfully inefficient, the Steelers seemed to have figured out how to use him well, force feeding him passes in the flats. Najee Harris had 100% of the carries, and added 14 receptions and 100 receiving yards. He scored 30 fantasy points without a touchdown (extremely positive game script), and should he keep this up, will be a mid RB1. Najee Harris is a perfect example as to why volume is king in fantasy football.
BAL vs. DET
Lamar Jackson: Lamar’s ability to run the ball provides a floor few quarterbacks have. Continue to see games like these with upside of 30 fantasy points every week.
Ravens Backfield: Game script was not in their favor, and while it is concerning, I would give them one more week(especially Ty’son Williams owners).
Mark Andrews: Don’t expect this type of game to be the norm. Five receptions for 109 yards looks like his ceiling. Sell high while you can.
Ravens WRs: None of them are particularly reliable. Hollywood Brown is still flex-viable, but he is far too inconsistent.
Lions Offense: D’Andre Swift is a high-end RB2 and TJ Hockensen is still the TE3. Do not panic on Hockensen.
NYJ vs. DEN
Broncos RBs: Both Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon are still RB2s, but Melvin Gordon out-snapped Williams 41 to 28. Javonte Williams remains a top buy low candidate, and still looks likely to have great fantasy value in the second half of the season.
Broncos WRs: With Jeudy out, Tim Patrick and Courtland Sutton took the bulk of the work. Courtland Sutton is a low WR2 and Tim Patrick is a WR3 going forward, up until Jeudy makes his return. Jerry Jeudy’s timetable to return looks to be around week 8.
Jets Offense: Until Zach Wilson has a decent game, nobody on this offense is really worth playing. Corey Davis is the clear WR1, but the offense as a whole is just terrible.
MIA vs. LV
Dolphins Offense: A wild game led to 50 pass attempts from Brissett, and many players had a decent game, including Waddle, Gesicki, and Parker. However, until Tua returns, you shouldn’t trust any of them unless you’re desperate.
Peyton Barber: Peyton Barber looked amazing with Josh Jacobs out. As long as Jacobs is out, he is a solid high-end RB3 option.
Raiders Receiving Corps: While Bryan Edwards, Henry Ruggs, Hunter Renfrow, and Darren Waller are all on pace for 1000 yard seasons, the former three are mostly flex options. Waller is still the TE2, despite struggling the last two games.
TB vs. LAR
Tom Brady: With an MVP-type performance once again, he is a mid QB1 option weekly.
Bucs WRs: With Antonio Brown out, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin both had big games. Simply given how much Brady is throwing, Evans and Godwin are both WR2s.
Rob Gronkowski: His insane touchdown streak had to come to an end, but he is still a top five TE until further notice. This Buccaneers offense is simply a fantasy football machine.
Rams Offense: With Stafford leading the way and a statement win, the Rams look like Super Bowl contenders. For the time being, Cooper Kupp is a top 5 WR. Robert Woods, on the other hand, looks like nothing more than a fringe WR2 to weekly flex option. Darrell Henderson should be back for week 4.
SEA vs. MIN
Seahawks WRs: At this point in the season, at least one of DK Metcalf or Tyler Lockett will produce each game, and in shootouts, both will. DK Metcalf is still a WR1 and Lockett a WR2, and both have very high weekly upside.
Chris Carson: Carson had a fairly negative game script, but still managed to put up 80 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown. He’s a mid-RB2, and should be in your lineups every week.
Dalvin Cook/Mattison: Mattison had 23.1 fantasy points, and probably should be considered a low end RB1 for now. Dalvin Cook is week to week, and might be back for Week 4.
Vikings WRs: With Jefferson returning to his WR1 ways and Thielen grabbing a touchdown, fantasy owners should not be worried about the two going forward.
GB vs. SF
Packers Offense: Aaron Jones and Davante Adams both had injury scares during the game, but both are pretty clearly in the cream of the crop in their respective positions. As long as Aaron Rodgers keeps it up, he should continue to support Jones and Adams as a mid QB1.
Niners Receiving Corps: Aiyuk is back. Although he shouldn’t be starting for one more week, it’s very positive for his owners. Deebo struggled today, but he should still be a high-end WR3 moving forward. The Niners offense is looking increasingly more fantasy friendly as weeks pass.
George Kittle: We are still waiting for his breakout game, but his usage today was encouraging, grabbing 7 passes for 92 yards. This is the type of elite-TE1 production that fantasy owners drafted him for, and now the wait is on for the touchdowns to come.
Trey Sermon: Trey Sermon’s day was saved by a touchdown, as he was not efficient with his 10 carries. It seems as though he was overhyped by beat reporters this offseason.
PHI vs. DAL
Cowboys RBs: Zeke is back. While Pollard continues to get work, this offense is way too strong. He struggled against a really tough Buccaneers run defense in week 1, but is a top RB now going forward. It’s still hard to start Pollard as anything more than a desperate flex option, unless Elliott gets hurt.
Cowboys WRs: The overall game script was not in the cowboys favor as they steamrolled the Eagles. Lamb is still a low end WR1 and Cooper is a WR2, I wouldn’t be too worried about either of them.
Eagles Offense: The eagles offense struggled on MNF, and it seems as if they will continue to struggle against competitive defenses. Miles Sanders and DeVonta Smith are RB2s and WR2s, but they’re most likely to produce only against weak defenses (ex. Atlanta).
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