NFL fantasy football news and player signals for Friday, September 18, 2026

Daniel Jones was one of the most pressured NFL passers in Week 1 against Baltimore; the Ravens blitzed the Colts with reckless abandonment, and the Indianapolis offense couldn't effectively adjust, contributing to the 41-23 home loss.

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs (1-0, -6.5 favorites) host the Colts in Week 2 on Sunday Night Football at Arrowhead Stadium, a notoriously difficult road environment for visiting teams.

Starting quarterback for the Colts in Week 1, Daniel Jones was one of the most pressured NFL passers in the league as the Ravens blitzed with reckless abandonment; the Indianapolis offense couldn't effectively adjust to the aggressive scheme, contributing to a 41-23 home loss.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with back injury but expected to play; should be available for Cincinnati.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if RJ Harvey is unavailable for Week 2; could see extra work for Denver.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with hamstring injury; Jonah Coleman could see extra work if Harvey is unavailable.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Kaelon Black is unavailable for Week 2; would take over backup duties behind Christian McCaffrey for San Francisco.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with groin injury; Jordan James would take over backup duties behind Christian McCaffrey if Black is unavailable.

Positioned as a possible workload beneficiary if Ladd McConkey is unavailable for Week 2; could see extra targets for Los Angeles.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Ladd McConkey is unavailable for Week 2; could see extra targets for Los Angeles.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with rib injury; Tre' Harris and possibly Oronde Gadsden could see extra targets if McConkey is unavailable.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Jalen McMillan is unavailable for Week 2; would see a regular role in three-WR sets for Tampa Bay.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with knee injury; Ted Hurst would see a regular role in three-WR sets if McMillan is unavailable.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Chris Olave is unavailable for Week 2; would see more targets for New Orleans.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Chris Olave is unavailable for Week 2; would see more targets for New Orleans.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with unspecified injury; Juwan Johnson and Devaughn Vele would see more targets if Olave is unavailable.

Cleared to play Week 2 after missing the previous game with ankle injury; available for Carolina.

Cleared to play Week 2 after missing the previous game with ankle injury; available for New England.

Cleared to play Week 2 after missing the previous game with heel injury; available for Indianapolis.

Cleared to play Week 2 after missing the previous game with shoulder injury; available for Jacksonville.

Cleared to play Week 2 after missing the previous game with thumb injury; available for Jacksonville.

Ruled out for Week 2 with ankle injury; will miss the game for New York Jets.

Ruled out for Week 2 with ankle injury; will miss the game for Indianapolis.

Ruled out for Week 2 with foot injury; will miss the game for Denver.

Ruled out for Week 2 with personal matter; will miss the game for Minnesota.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Michael Pittman is unavailable for Week 2; should see added targets for Pittsburgh.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Michael Pittman is unavailable for Week 2; should see added targets for Pittsburgh.

Listed as questionable for Week 2 with foot injury; Pat Freiermuth and Jaylen Warren are positioned to see added targets if Pittman is unavailable.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary with Chig Okonkwo ruled out for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities for Washington.

Ruled out for Week 2 with hamstring injury; Antonio Williams is positioned to see increased targets for Washington.

Will start at quarterback for Atlanta in Week 2 with both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix ruled out due to injury.

Ruled out for Week 2 with knee injury; Cooper Rush will start at quarterback for Atlanta.

Ruled out for Week 2 with oblique injury; Cooper Rush will start at quarterback for Atlanta.

Will start at quarterback for Seattle in Week 2 with Sam Darnold ruled out due to lower body injury.

Ruled out for Week 2 with lower body injury; Drew Lock will start at quarterback for Seattle.

Will start at quarterback for Minnesota in Week 2 with Kyler Murray ruled out due to concussion.

Ruled out for Week 2 with concussion; Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for Minnesota.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Zay Flowers is unavailable for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities in Baltimore's passing game.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary if Zay Flowers is unavailable for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities in Baltimore's passing game.

Positioned as the primary workload beneficiary with Brock Bowers ruled out for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities for Las Vegas.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary with Nico Collins ruled out for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities in Houston's passing game.

Positioned as a potential workload beneficiary with Nico Collins ruled out for Week 2; should see increased target opportunities in Houston's passing game.

Listed as doubtful for Week 2 with hamstring injury; Mark Andrews and Rashod Bateman are positioned to see increased targets if Flowers is unavailable.

Knee injury rules out Bowers for Week 2; Michael Mayer becomes the primary tight end beneficiary of the workload shift for Las Vegas.

Ruled out for Week 2 with hamstring injury; will miss the game and create workload opportunities for Houston receivers Xavier Hutchinson and Kayshon Boutte.

Titans quarterback faced David Bailey in Week 1 NFL debut; Bailey recorded a sack by running Ward out of bounds during the Jets' victory.

Packers running back still on Commissioner's Exempt List heading into Week 2 matchup against Jets, creating a disadvantage for Green Bay's offensive attack.

Packers quarterback facing Jets defense in Week 2; Jets defensive scheme aims to keep him in the pocket and prevent him from exploiting Green Bay's strong receiver group.

Jets' second overall pick in 2021 has not lived up to expectations; referenced as a cautionary example of how mixed the history is for players selected at the No. 2 overall spot.

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Ja'Kobi Lane is missing for Baltimore following wrist surgery. His absence bolsters Rashod Bateman in the target pecking order.

Mark Andrews gets an upgrade with Zay Flowers sitting out for Week 2. Flowers' absence opens up additional target opportunities for Andrews in the Ravens' passing game.

Rashod Bateman is worth a dart throw for anyone in deep leagues who might need a receiver this week. Declan Doyle has talked about getting Bateman more involved, and he was already playing 78% of the snaps but received only 1 target in Week 1. Baltimore is also missing Ja'Kobi Lane following wrist surgery, so a Zay Flowers absence bolsters Bateman in the target pecking order even more. Bateman becomes a usable flex in a larger league.

Zay Flowers returned to practice Friday after two missed days with a hamstring injury, but Jesse Minter is still managing the issue with his long-term health in mind. Flowers has been ruled out for Week 2.

Juwan Johnson has a role that should keep him involved regardless of what happens with Chris Olave. His 82% route participation included 15 flats that gave Tyler Shough an underneath option. He returned to practice Thursday after Wednesday's illness-related absence. The source rates him as a TE2 in this matchup against Kyle Hamilton and the Ravens secondary, with additional receiving upside if Olave sits.

The source recommends adding DeVaughn Vele before a decision on Chris Olave's hamstring injury. Vele ran a route on 93% of New Orleans' dropbacks last week, so there isn't much playing time left for him to gain. If Olave sits, Vele already has the playing time to take advantage of that opening and become a viable fantasy option.

Chris Olave drew 13 targets in Week 1 but is questionable for Week 2 with a new hamstring injury. If Olave sits, Tyler Shough will need to find someone else regularly to target. DeVaughn Vele is positioned to benefit from an Olave absence given his 93% route participation last week.

Kendre Miller matched Travis Etienne's 9 carries in Week 1 against Detroit even with Alvin Kamara unavailable. Kellen Moore plans to rotate all three backs (Kamara, Etienne, and Miller), indicating Miller will continue to receive carries in the Saints' backfield rotation.

Travis Etienne drops to a flex for the source with Alvin Kamara's return. The receiving work was what made Etienne useful against Detroit—he had 9 targets, but his 9 carries were matched by Kendre Miller even with Kamara unavailable. Kellen Moore plans to rotate all three backs, so Etienne now has competition for the catches that helped him overcome his rushing split. The source is treating him as a PPR flex this week.

Alvin Kamara expects to make his season debut without limitations in Week 2. The source is confident in his availability based on his full practices. However, Kellen Moore plans to rotate all three backs (Kamara, Travis Etienne, and Kendre Miller), which leaves Kamara's passing-down workload unsettled. The source is treating him as a PPR flex this week.

Bijan Robinson dominated the Falcons' passing game in Week 1 against Pittsburgh with 10 targets, significantly more than Drake London's 4 and Kyle Pitts' 1. Kevin Stefanski has said Atlanta will continue leaning on Bijan, indicating he will remain the focal point of the offense.

The source is concerned about Kyle Pitts' fantasy outlook in Week 2. Pitts is set up to disappoint again alongside Drake London. Against Pittsburgh, Bijan Robinson had 10 targets to London's 4 and Pitts' 1, and there wasn't enough sustained offense to make up for Pitts getting so little of the passing game. The source is concerned about the overall pass volume and plays available from the Falcons.

The source is concerned about Drake London's fantasy outlook in Week 2. London was one of the most chopped players in Mike's Harder Guillotine Leagues last week, and the source thinks he and Kyle Pitts are set up to disappoint again. Against Pittsburgh, Bijan Robinson had 10 targets to London's 4 and Pitts' 1, and there wasn't enough sustained offense to make up for the lack of passing volume. Stefanski has said Atlanta will continue leaning on Bijan, so the source is concerned about the overall pass volume and plays available from the Falcons.

Kevin Stefanski named Cooper Rush the starter for Atlanta after Tua Tagovailoa missed practice with an oblique injury. Rush will be starting for the Falcons in Week 2.

Michael Penix practiced fully but hasn't answered Atlanta's QB question. Penix and Cooper Rush split first-team reps Wednesday and practiced fully again Thursday, but Penix is still working through his ACL recovery and says he has physical goals to meet before playing. Kevin Stefanski named Rush the starter, leaving Penix's availability uncertain.

Dave Canales said the offense runs through Tetairoa McMillan, and Carolina wants to attack elsewhere when a defense puts its best corner or extra coverage on him. The source notes this creates opportunities for Coker while McMillan remains the first player the defense worries about, and eventually opposing teams will respect McMillan and he will have his blow-up weeks.

The source is starting Coker as a WR3 this week after his 9 targets against Chicago. He practiced fully on Friday with no injury designation for Sunday. Dave Canales explained that the offense runs through Tetairoa McMillan, but Carolina wants to attack elsewhere when defenses put their best corner or extra coverage on McMillan, creating opportunities for Coker. The source notes that McMillan can remain the first player the defense worries about while Coker benefits from secondary coverage, and eventually opposing teams will respect Coker and McMillan will have his blow-up weeks.

Jordan Whittington didn't practice on Friday and is on the injury report. Whittington is a very capable returner, and his absence or limitation would be beneficial for the Giants.

Puka Nacua didn't practice on Friday and is on the injury report. As one of the best receivers in the NFL, Nacua being limited or potentially out would be a boon for the Giants, who are dealing with cornerback injuries (Deonte with calf tightness and Paulson Adebo on injured reserve).

Did not practice Friday; a very capable returner whose absence or limitation would be beneficial for the Giants' special teams and overall defensive matchup.

Did not practice Friday; one of the best receivers in the NFL; his absence or limitation would be a significant boon for the Giants' defense given their cornerback depth issues (Deonte dealing with calf tightness, Paulson Adebo on injured reserve).

Nacua's listed backup, Jordan Whittington, also missed Friday's practice with a quadriceps injury. The Rams' receiving room suddenly has two question marks where there weren't any on Thursday.

Nacua is coming off a five-catch, 74-yard performance in Week 1 against the 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.

Nacua was a full participant in Thursday practice but did not practice Friday and was officially listed as a non-participant with a hip injury, an unexpected development three days before the Rams host the Giants on Monday Night Football. The sudden appearance on the injury report was particularly curious because there had been little indication something was wrong. The Rams did not immediately provide details on the injury or when it occurred. The question now is whether this injury is connected to Nacua's previous psoas, core/lower back injury suffered during the joint practice against the Cowboys or is something new entirely. Nacua missed most of the preseason while dealing with groin and psoas issues, both affecting his lower back/core area. The psoas is a deep muscle connecting the lower spine to the hip and femur, making Friday's hip designation notable, though there is no indication the injuries are related. The Rams can only hope Friday was precautionary.

.@​HaydenWinks has both Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel finishing as top-30 WRs in Week 2 👀

.@​HaydenWinks has both Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel finishing as top-30 WRs in Week 2 👀

The source's film analysis indicates the Titans defense allowed open receivers on ordinary passing concepts and gave the quarterback significant time to throw. The source recommends the Eagles challenge the outside cornerbacks, suggesting A.J. Brown should have favorable coverage matchups against a defense that struggled with communication and edge-setting in Week 1.

The Titans defense showed significant vulnerability to runs involving a fullback in the B-gap area, with safeties slow to get downhill and failing to clean things up. The source recommends the Eagles use a puller to stress the B-gap and make linebackers sort out their fits, creating an opportunity for fullback-involved run concepts.

The source's film analysis shows that ordinary passing concepts produced open receivers against the Titans defense and Hurts had significant time to throw in Week 1 film. The source frames this as a real opportunity for Hurts to demonstrate that the Eagles' Week 1 offensive struggles were a starting point, not a final result, with the caveat that Tennessee's defensive coordinator Saleh may improve communication issues.

The Titans defense showed vulnerability on outside zone runs, particularly on the edge; the source recommends letting Barkley press the edge to force linebacker and safety commitment, giving him the option to bend it back if the edge is sealed. This represents a real opportunity for Barkley to exploit defensive hesitation and poor edge-setting communication.

Eagles running back should benefit from Titans' zone coverage weaknesses; the source specifically highlights Barkley releasing into the flat as part of layered three-level stretch concepts that Tennessee struggled to defend against the Jets, creating repeatable easy completions. The Eagles should also consider running Counter plays to stress the right-side B-gap, which was open often against the Jets, and make linebackers sort out their fits.

Eagles receiver should be moved around via motion, shifts, and different splits to exploit Titans secondary communication issues; the source notes the Jets used simple motion and late shifts to create chaos in Tennessee's secondary, and the Eagles should replicate this strategy with Lemon to force the Titans to declare their coverage rules and pass routes off properly.

Eagles quarterback should take available short completions against Titans' zone coverage rather than hunting 30-yard throws on every snap; the source emphasizes that Hurts struggled with blitzes in Week 1 against Washington, and while Tennessee allowed 1.30 EPA per play on its own blitzes against the Jets, Hurts needs clear hot answers and better protection communication if the Titans do blitz. The Titans' weak pass rush (23.1% pressure rate, 28th in league) and communication errors create opportunities for easy, repeatable offense underneath.

Eagles receiver should be moved around via motion, shifts, and different splits to exploit Titans secondary communication issues; the source notes the Jets used simple motion and late shifts to create chaos in Tennessee's secondary, and the Eagles should replicate this strategy with Smith to force the Titans to declare their coverage rules and pass routes off properly.

Eagles tight end should benefit from Titans' zone coverage weaknesses and communication breakdowns; the source specifically highlights Goedert settling into open windows created by layered three-level stretch concepts that Tennessee struggled to defend against the Jets, offering repeatable easy completions rather than relying on isolated explosive plays.

The Titans showed vulnerability in their run defense in Week 1, particularly to runs up the middle and to the offense's left edge. The source identifies the B-gap as an exploitable area where the Eagles should use a puller to stress the gap and make linebackers sort out their fits, suggesting the Titans' run defense structure has communication and assignment issues.

Hurts faces a Titans defense that allowed ordinary passing concepts to produce open receivers and gave the Jets' quarterback significant time to throw in Week 1. The source notes this is a real opportunity for Hurts to show Week 1 offensive struggles were a starting point, not the final result, and recommends the Eagles make the Titans communicate through motion and challenge outside cornerbacks.

Barkley has a favorable matchup against the Titans defense, which showed poor edge-setting discipline and communication issues in Week 1. The source recommends the Eagles use outside zone concepts to let Barkley press the edge, force linebacker and safety commitment, and bend it back if the edge is sealed; this exploits the Titans' hesitation and confusion on the perimeter.

Barkley releasing into the flat should be a productive avenue against Tennessee, which repeatedly left the flat uncovered against the Jets. The source highlights that the Titans had no answer for three-level stretches with crossing routes and flat routes, with receivers consistently wide open. The Eagles should exploit this with Barkley in space, and the source also notes the right-side B-gap was open often in Tennessee's run defense, suggesting counter runs could be effective.

Goedert settling into open windows should be a key part of the Eagles' attack against Tennessee. The source notes that the Titans' secondary repeatedly failed to account for receivers in the flat and open windows on layered concepts, with the Jets exploiting this on three-level stretches. Goedert's ability to find soft spots in zone coverage aligns with the Eagles' game plan to take easy, repeatable offense rather than hunting explosive plays.

Smith should benefit from the Eagles' ability to move him around with motion and shifts to exploit the Titans' secondary communication issues. The source specifically identifies moving Smith and Makai Lemon as the first thing to watch from the Eagles offense, noting that even straightforward movement disrupted Tennessee's assignments against the Jets. Smith running the deeper part of flood concepts could produce easy, repeatable offense.

Hurts faces a Titans defense that allowed 0.88 EPA per play in one-high looks (worst in Week 1 league-wide) and generated pressure on only 23.1% of dropbacks (28th in the league), taking 2.92 seconds on average to generate it. The source notes the Eagles should be able to exploit Tennessee's secondary communication breakdowns and open receivers underneath, with Hurts needing to take available completions rather than hunting 30-yard throws when the defense offers free yards.

49ers wide receiver De'Shaun Stribling has been ruled out with an ankle injury and will not play against the Dolphins.

49ers running back Kaelon Black is questionable with a groin injury. Kyle Shanahan expressed only "a questionable amount of optimism" about Black's availability, suggesting significant uncertainty about his status for the upcoming game.

.@​HaydenWinks has both Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel finishing as top-30 WRs in Week 2 👀

.@​HaydenWinks has both Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel finishing as top-30 WRs in Week 2 👀

Turpin scored an 86-yard touchdown down the middle of the field in the second quarter of the Cowboys' 30-23 Christmas Day win over the Commanders last season, pushing the Cowboys lead to 21-3. This demonstrates his big-play capability against the Commanders secondary and provides a historical precedent for explosive plays in this matchup.

Williams rushed 19 times for 116 yards and one touchdown in the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season, part of a balanced 31-carry rushing attack. The source suggests the Cowboys should be encouraged to establish the run game this week and control the game on offense, implying Williams will be central to that approach against a Commanders defense that showed vulnerabilities in week one.

Lamb caught one touchdown pass in the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season. The source identifies the Commanders secondary (Nick Cross, Amik Robertson, Mike Sainristill) as tasked with keeping Lamb in check this week, noting these defensive backs were at the top of the tackle box against the Eagles in week one—a sign of defensive vulnerability at the point of attack and defensive backs on an island, which creates opportunity for receivers.

Ferguson caught two touchdown passes from Prescott in the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season. The source notes the Cowboys failed to establish Ferguson as a threat against the Giants defense in week one, but points to Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert's success (two TDs including a 43-yarder) against the same Commanders secondary as encouragement that Ferguson should be more involved this week.

In the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season, Prescott posted his second-highest yards per attempt of the season, completed 70% of his passes, and threw three touchdowns (two to Jake Ferguson, one to CeeDee Lamb) on 30 pass attempts in a balanced offensive approach. The source highlights this as a template for success against Dan Quinn's defense, which showed vulnerabilities in week one against the Eagles.

Goedert led the Eagles in catches and yards with two touchdowns against the Commanders secondary in week one, with both touchdowns coming from distance (17 yards and 43 yards). The source uses this as evidence that tight ends can be productive against the Commanders secondary, suggesting Jake Ferguson should be encouraged to have a similar impact in the upcoming Cowboys-Commanders matchup.

Turpin scored an 86-yard touchdown down the middle of the field in the second quarter of the Cowboys' 30-23 win over the Commanders on Christmas Day last season, pushing the Cowboys' lead to 21-3. This demonstrates his big-play capability against the Commanders defense.

The Commanders secondary will look to keep Pickens in check for the second straight week after facing the Eagles. The source notes that Nick Cross, Amik Robertson, and Mike Sainristill led the Commanders' tackle box against Philadelphia, suggesting the secondary will be tested on the outside with defensive backs on an island.

In the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season, Williams carried the ball 19 times for 116 yards and a touchdown as part of a balanced offensive approach with 31 total rushing attempts. The source emphasizes the Cowboys should replicate this run-heavy strategy to control the game and establish the run game against the Commanders defense.

Lamb received one touchdown from Dak Prescott in the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season. The source notes the Commanders secondary will look to keep Lamb in check for the second straight week, with Nick Cross, Amik Robertson, and Mike Sainristill leading the Commanders' tackle box against the Eagles, suggesting the secondary will be tested on the outside with defensive backs on an island.

Ferguson received two touchdown passes from Dak Prescott in the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season. The source notes the Cowboys failed to establish Ferguson as a threat against the Giants defense in week one, but points to Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert leading Philadelphia in catches and yards with two touchdowns against the same Commanders secondary as encouragement that Ferguson should be involved in the game plan this week.

In the Cowboys' 44-22 win over the Commanders last season, Prescott had his second-highest yards per attempt of the season, completed 70% of his passes, and threw two touchdowns to Jake Ferguson plus another to CeeDee Lamb. The source highlights this as a template for success against Dan Quinn's defense, suggesting Prescott can replicate this balanced offensive approach with 30 pass attempts in the upcoming matchup.

Puka Nacua missed today's practice with a hip injury. Unclear if that's the same issue as the psoas injury he had in training camp -- he was never on an injury report for that one. We'll learn more from Sean McVay tomorrow. [Retweeted](

Limited in practice all week with a shoulder injury; status uncertain for Week 2 against Denver.

Limited in practice all week with a thumb injury; status uncertain for Week 2 against Denver.

Limited in practice all week with a hip injury; status uncertain for Week 2 against Denver.

Full participation all week with a knee injury; cleared to play in Week 2 against Jacksonville.

Questionable for Week 2 with a hamstring issue; limited in practice all week. The source identifies him as a big contributor whose potential absence in a 'must-win' game after Denver's sloppy Week 1 performance adds to the Broncos' injury concerns.

Ruled out for Week 2 against Jacksonville Jaguars with a foot injury; did not practice all week. The source notes he is a big contributor whose absence comes in a 'must-win' type game after a sloppy Week 1 effort for Denver.

The source reports LeQuint Allen Jr. (Jaguars RB) has a hip injury and was limited in practice all week (LIMITED Wednesday, Thursday, Friday); no game status impact listed. The source notes the Jaguars are otherwise at full strength for Week 2.

The source reports Jakobi Meyers (Jaguars WR) has a thumb injury and was limited in practice all week (LIMITED Wednesday, Thursday, Friday); no game status impact listed. The source notes the Jaguars are otherwise at full strength for Week 2.

The source reports Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars WR) has a shoulder injury and was limited in practice all week (LIMITED Wednesday, Thursday, Friday); no game status impact listed. The source notes the Jaguars are otherwise at full strength for Week 2.

The source reports running back RJ Harvey has been limited by a hamstring issue and is QUESTIONABLE heading into Week 2 against Jacksonville. The source identifies him as a 'big contributor' whose potential absence is significant in a 'must-win' type game after Denver's Week 1 loss.

The source reports Marvin Mims Jr. is OUT for Week 2 against Jacksonville with a foot injury; he did not practice all week (DNP Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The source characterizes him as a 'big contributor' whose absence is significant heading into a 'must-win' type game after Denver's Week 1 loss.

Will see increased receiving opportunities with Nico Collins ruled out; the source identifies Noel as one of three secondary receiving options the Texans will lean on in Collins' absence.

Will see increased receiving opportunities with Nico Collins ruled out; the source identifies Boutte as one of three secondary receiving options the Texans will lean on in Collins' absence.

Will see increased receiving opportunities with Nico Collins ruled out; the source identifies Hutchinson as one of three secondary receiving options the Texans will lean on in Collins' absence.

Ruled OUT for the upcoming game against Cincinnati; the source identifies Collins as far and away the Texans' best player on offense, making this a major offensive impact injury that will force the team to lean on secondary receiving options.

Stroud delivered in the season opener after offseason talk centered on an offensive bounce-back; the source notes the offense played well above expectations in the loss to Buffalo, with Stroud performing as anticipated despite late-game sacks.

Pick a FLEX option for Week 2: JK Dobbins vs JAX KC Concepcion @​ TB Michael Wilson vs SEA

Pick a FLEX option for Week 2: JK Dobbins vs JAX KC Concepcion @​ TB Michael Wilson vs SEA

C.J. Daniels was a healthy scratch in Week 1 but is listed among the Rams' receivers who could see increased opportunity if Puka Nacua is out for Week 2.

Tutu Atwell was a healthy scratch in Week 1 but is listed among the Rams' receivers who could see increased opportunity if Puka Nacua is out for Week 2.

Jordan Whittington is listed among the Rams' other receivers who could see increased opportunity if Puka Nacua is out for Week 2. However, Whittington was also out of practice on Friday.

In Week 1, Davante Adams underperformed expectations after his long and decorated career, failing to establish himself as a reliable target for Matthew Stafford compared to Puka Nacua. If Nacua is out for Week 2, Adams will need to step up alongside other Rams receivers.

In Week 1's loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Puka Nacua caught five passes for 74 yards and was easily Matthew Stafford's most reliable target, outperforming Davante Adams who has underperformed expectations after his decorated career.

Puka Nacua did not practice on Friday due to a hip injury and his status for Monday's game against the New York Giants is in doubt. It is unclear if this is the same psoas injury that caused him to miss practices in training camp. Nacua has a history of injury issues, missing six games in 2024 and one game in 2025.

Rams WR listed as a potential replacement option if Puka Nacua is unavailable for Week 2, alongside Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield, Tutu Atwell, and C.J. Daniels.

Rams WR listed as a potential replacement option if Puka Nacua is unavailable for Week 2, alongside Jordan Whittington, Tutu Atwell, Xavier Smith, and C.J. Daniels.

Rams WR was out of practice on Friday. Also listed as a potential replacement option if Puka Nacua is unavailable for Week 2.

Rams WR was a healthy scratch in Week 1. Listed as a potential replacement option if Puka Nacua is unavailable for Week 2, alongside Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield, Tutu Atwell, and Xavier Smith.

Rams WR was a healthy scratch in Week 1. Listed as a potential replacement option if Puka Nacua is unavailable for Week 2, alongside Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield, Xavier Smith, and C.J. Daniels.

Adams underperformed in Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers, failing to meet expectations after his long and decorated career. He was not Matthew Stafford's most reliable target—that distinction belonged to Puka Nacua, who caught five passes for 74 yards. If Nacua is unavailable for Week 2, Adams will need to step up alongside other Rams receivers, but his Week 1 performance raises concerns about his role and production.

Rams star receiver did not practice Friday due to a hip injury; status for Monday's game against the New York Giants is in doubt. Unclear if this is the same psoas injury that caused him to miss practices in training camp. Nacua has a history of injury concerns, having missed six games in 2024 and one game in 2025. His absence from practice is a significant concern for the Rams' passing game.

A.J. Brown is no longer available for the Patriots, with Dylan Klayman noting that the wide receiver room is now depleted without him. Despite this loss, Klayman believes the remaining receiver room should still ultimately be enough to defeat the Steelers.

Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers offense are viewed as vulnerable against the Patriots defense. The source notes that the Patriots' interior pass rush could give Rodgers fits and disrupt the Steelers' offensive operation. Matt St. Jean expects the Patriots to have an advantage on defense on the back end that allows them to pressure an immobile Aaron Rodgers, shutting down many Steelers scoring opportunities. Dylan Klayman states that the Steelers offense is nothing to fear for the Patriots defense.

Darnell Washington, as part of the Steelers' tight end duo with Pat Freiermuth, has the potential to cause problems for New England's second-level defenders according to the source.

Pat Freiermuth, as part of the Steelers' tight end duo with Darnell Washington, has the potential to cause problems for New England's second-level defenders according to the source.

After throwing three interceptions against Seattle in Week 1, Drake Maye is expected to bounce back at home against Pittsburgh. The source notes that if he learned his lessons from Week 1, he should perform better; Matt St. Jean specifically expects a clearer picture of the defense and a more confident, poised version of Maye that consistently leads scoring drives. Andrew Guindon highlights that Maye was efficient running the quick, short-passing game against Seattle and expects Josh McDaniels to lean on that approach to neutralize T.J. Watt and the pass rush, easing Maye into the season after struggling to push the ball downfield. Dylan Klayman also expects Maye to bounce back in some capacity.

Dylan Klayman notes that the Steelers' wide receiver room is now depleted without A.J. Brown, though he expects the remaining weapons should still be enough for the Patriots to defeat Pittsburgh.

Bernd Buchmasser notes that the Steelers' tight end duo of Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington has the potential to cause problems for New England's second-level defenders, identifying them as offensive threats in the matchup.

Bernd Buchmasser notes that the Steelers' tight end duo of Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington has the potential to cause problems for New England's second-level defenders, identifying them as offensive threats in the matchup.

Bernd Buchmasser expects Drake Maye to bounce back from his three-interception Week 1 performance against the Seahawks if he learned his lessons, with the implication that improved decision-making should yield better results against Pittsburgh's defense.

Courtland Sutton reflected on Denver's tough loss to Kansas City and took ownership; separately, the Broncos opted to not utilize the option bonus mechanism for Sutton and instead take the full cap charge this year, indicating the team's commitment to keeping him on the roster despite the blowout loss.

Bo Nix was among Broncos players who reflected on Denver's tough loss to Kansas City and what the team must do going forward; the source notes he took ownership after the blowout performance.

The Broncos opted to not utilize the option bonus mechanism for WR Courtland Sutton and instead took the full cap charge this year, indicating a commitment to keeping him on the roster despite the team's recent blowout loss to Kansas City.

Black, the second-string running back, was listed as questionable on the 49ers' final injury report with a quad injury. He was limited in Thursday practice but returned to full participation on Friday.

McCaffrey slept for approximately 13 hours on the return flight from Australia, missing the team celebration that was planned for the flight. He noted the training staff provided a specific regimen to help players readjust their sleep schedules after landing.

Kittle remains limited in practice as he returns from Achilles surgery in January but expressed strong confidence in his recovery, stating 'I'm actually so confident in my Achilles, my calf, the whole thing' with 'zero setbacks, zero stepbacks.' The long flight to Australia had no impact on his calf.

George Kittle (Achilles) practiced fully on Friday, Sept. 18, and no longer appears on the team's injury report in Week 2 against the Miami Dolphins; he is fully cleared for fantasy lineups and can be a TE1 against a rough Dolphins' defense.

Wide receiver Jalen McMillan received a questionable designation for Week 2 due to a knee injury that kept him out of the season opener. He was a full participant throughout the week in practice, and head coach Todd Bowles indicated the decision could come down to game day.

Puka Nacua's status for the upcoming game is uncertain due to a hip injury. Nacua was sidelined for a few weeks during the preseason because of a psoas injury and caught five passes for 74 yards against the 49ers, practicing on Thursday. However, he did not practice on Friday and did not speak with reporters, leaving it unclear whether his absence was caused by the same psoas injury or a new one. The psoas is involved in hip movement, so the nature of the current injury remains hazy.

.@​justinboone has both Christian McCaffrey and Kaelon Black finishing with 100 yards in Week 2 😤

.@​justinboone has both Christian McCaffrey and Kaelon Black finishing with 100 yards in Week 2 😤

Fantasy managers should be worried about Christian McCaffrey heading into the Week 2 matchup against the 49ers, who are significant favorites.

Kendrick Bourne is a recommended add. He performed well in his first game and is considered a viable option in the Cardinals' passing attack alongside Michael Wilson and Trey McBride.

Marvin Harrison Jr. should be benched for the upcoming matchup. He has not established himself as the clear wide receiver one on the Cardinals, and the team's passing game is currently too messy to trust.

Rashid Shaheed is a drop candidate. There are concerns about his target depth and route maturity with Drew Locke at quarterback, and there is a possibility that Torrey Horton could eventually work his way into the offense.

A.J. Barner is a viable fantasy option as he appears to have secured the secondary pass-catching role for the Seahawks, putting to rest concerns about Elijah Arroyo encroaching on his playing time.

Jadarian Price is the preferred rookie running back over Jeremiah Love. Price demonstrated strong fundamentals in Week 1, including pass protection, and ran 11 routes without allowing any pressures, earning the team's trust.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba has proven to be 'matcher-proof' and showed no drop-off in production with Drew Locke at quarterback in Week 1.

Javonte Williams is a true workhorse back. Despite potential frustration from fantasy managers regarding his Week 1 production, his usage is secure and he remains a valuable asset.

Antonio Williams should be added everywhere and is a sleeper flex option. With Chig Okonkwo out, Williams stepped into a prominent role in the Commanders' offense and is expected to be involved in three-wide receiver sets.

Despite a quiet Week 1, Terry McLaurin is a hold. He was running routes all over the field rather than just being used on go-routes, suggesting he remains a key part of the Commanders' passing attack.

Jake Ferguson is a drop candidate following the Cowboys' poor offensive performance in Week 1, where the passing game struggled significantly.

J.K. Dobbins is a fade because he lacks upside without scoring a touchdown. In Week 1, he managed only 8 carries and 0 targets for 36 total yards, leading to the conclusion that he will be a disappointing start most weeks.

Courtland Sutton led the Broncos' wide receivers in snaps, routes run, and air yards in Week 1. While the offense is struggling, he is a forced start in many situations due to his role, despite the team's overall offensive inefficiency.

Bo Nix is difficult to trust for fantasy after a poor Week 1 performance where he lacked the scrambling ability and high pass volume that fueled his previous success. His underlying metrics were poor, including an ADOT under 4 yards, only 20% of passes reaching the first down marker, and a 15% splint rate.

Nix is incredibly hard to trust for fantasy because he lacks the scrambling ability and high pass volume that fueled his success last year.

Thomas looked very good before his injury and is expected to be fine for fantasy purposes.

Mayer is a recommended start as part of the Raiders' two-man show in the passing game.

Johnston is considered a desperation flex play only, as On Plus does not feel comfortable starting him.

Herbert is technically a start, but On Plus feels begrudgingly about it due to the poor offensive line and lack of offensive efficiency.

Claiborne is a recommended waiver wire stash who has received offseason hype and carries comparisons to Devon Achane.

With Jordan Mason out, Jones is expected to receive the vast majority of carries, making him a necessary start despite concerns about his workload.

With Jennings likely out, Addison becomes an intriguing flex play who has shown the ability to pop off for big plays.

Jefferson remains an elite wide receiver who is a must-start as long as he has a half-competent quarterback throwing him the ball.

Loveland is coming off a disappointing 'goose egg' performance despite having the expected usage, leaving On Plus frustrated with his production.

Rush is viewed as a liability with poor EPA per dropback and a high 23% rate of sacks or interceptions, making him a player to avoid if better options exist.

Despite concerns regarding the quarterback situation with Cooper Rush, London is considered a near-elite receiver who should not be rushed to the bench.

Robinson commanded a massive 52.5% target share, which is unsustainable but makes him a must-start for fantasy gamers.

Montgomery is a recommended start; he showed significant involvement in the passing game, receiving more targets than Woody Barks in the previous week.

Schultz is a reliable safety blanket for the quarterback and is considered a trustworthy start given the current tight end landscape.

Stroud is not recommended for fantasy lineups without Nico Collins, as On Plus is not comfortable starting him without his top receiver.

Dalton Schultz is a comfortable start as he has proven to be a reliable safety blanket for C.J. Stroud.

C.J. Stroud is not a recommended start without Nico Collins in the lineup.

Chase Brown is a workhorse with 20 touches; he is expected to benefit from a better game script this season due to the Bengals' improved defense.

Mike Gesicki's recent usage was likely game-script dependent; fantasy managers should not chase his recent performance.

Ja'Marr Chase is expected to get back into the saddle as the Bengals face a negative game script, which should help achieve offensive equilibrium.

Hunter Henry is a strong start and the true WR1 for New England in the absence of A.J. Brown; he serves as a security blanket for Drake May and is a red-zone threat.

Rhamondre Stevenson remains the preferred start over Trevion Henderson, as the trust level in his role is higher despite the team's overall offensive struggles.

Drake Maye is facing a tough defensive matchup against Pittsburgh, and while the emphasis is on getting the ball out fast, he is not a recommended start this week.

Fantasy managers should feel confident sitting Aaron Rodgers and not thinking twice about it.

Romeo Doubs is a hold for fantasy managers, as his profile remains promising in the absence of the team's main pass catcher.

Trevion Henderson is expected to return and could step into a featured role for the Patriots in the absence of A.J. Brown, though there is some caution regarding the overall offensive failure.

Kenyon Sadiq is a physical freak with high burst, evidenced by a 20 mph foot speed on a three-yard run; he posted a 25% target-per-route rate and 1.75 yards per route, making him a player to watch.

Chris Brooks looked more efficient than Marshawn Lloyd in the Packers' backfield, potentially due to his longer tenure in the offense; he is a player to watch for workload increases.

Marshawn Lloyd is a concern after a poor Week 1 performance (13 carries for 37 yards, <3 yards per attempt); fantasy managers should monitor his workload relative to Chris Brooks to determine if he remains viable.

Jaden Reed earned seven targets but had a low output, making him more of a flex-type player in the current Green Bay offense.

Tucker Kraft is a recommended start despite a pitch count; he posted a 27% target-per-route rate and nearly three yards per route, showing high efficiency with over six yards after the catch per reception.

Matthew Golden is emerging as the true WR2 for Green Bay, out-targeting Christian Watson in the last game and showing improved rapport with Jordan Love; he has 10 catches for 179 yards and a touchdown over his last two games.

Christian Watson is viewed as the best player on the field with the ball in his hands, appearing a step faster than everyone else, though there is a boom-or-bust concern regarding defensive attention.

Jordan Love is expected to pass frequently due to backfield circumstances; he performed well against the Vikings, throwing for nearly 400 yards and two touchdowns in the second half.

Chris Godwin is a solid start for managers seeking a comfortable 10 fantasy points in PPR formats.

Emeka Egbuka is a recommended start and the de facto wide receiver one for the Buccaneers, having looked better than expected in Week 1 despite injury concerns.

Harold Fannin Jr. should likely remain in most lineups out of desperation, though his Week 1 performance was disappointing.

Baker Mayfield is a recommended start for Week 2 due to the revenge game narrative and the Browns' defensive struggles without Myles Garrett.

Bucky Irving is a strong fantasy asset who earned all the receiving work in Week 1 and looks like an RB1 value.

Kendre Miller is a recommended waiver add because he received 100% of the goal-to-go attempts in Week 1, offering high-value touchdown potential.

De'Von Achane's ceiling is concerning with Alvin Kamara back in the mix, leading to a preference for other options in starting lineups.

Elijah Surratt is a speculative waiver add for those with deep benches, but he is not a priority given his lack of preseason impact and absence from the Week 1 rotation.

Mark Andrews is the primary beneficiary of the Ravens' wide receiver injuries and is a recommended start.

Rashad Bateman is not recommended as a replacement for injured players despite coaching staff claims of wanting to get him the ball, as his actual usage and production remain poor.

Chris Olave looked good in Week 1 but tweaked his hamstring; fantasy managers should monitor his status and have a backup plan ready.

Wan'Dale Robinson is a desperation start with some untapped creativity and potential for usage in negative game scripts, particularly against a defense that struggles to defend the slot.

Tony Pollard is a desperation start for the Titans, though he remains a difficult player to trust given the team's poor offensive performance.

Dontayvion Wicks is a sneaky streamer and free agent add who should be prioritized over players like Carnell Tate due to being attached to a more functional offense.

Makai Lemon is a sit candidate after a poor Week 1 performance featuring negative yardage on his targets.

Despite a disappointing Week 1, DeVonta Smith remains a strong start due to a 97% route participation rate and a lack of competition for targets in the Philadelphia offense.

Dallas Goedert performed well in Week 1 and is a recommended start for Week 2 against Tennessee.

Saquon Barkley performed well in Week 1 and is a recommended start for Week 2 against Tennessee.

Jalen Hurts performed well in Week 1 and is a recommended start for Week 2 against Tennessee.

Titans WR mentioned in context of injury-stacked draft class: 'My drafted WRs: AJB, Nico, Flowers, Pittman, Strib. Literally dropping guys for waiver wire pickups just to have two WR to play this week...' (Flowers = Treylon Burks). Suggests injury or availability concerns affecting drafted WR depth.

Colts WR mentioned in context of injury-stacked draft class: 'My drafted WRs: AJB, Nico, Flowers, Pittman, Strib. Literally dropping guys for waiver wire pickups just to have two WR to play this week...' Suggests injury or availability concerns affecting drafted WR depth.

Texans WR mentioned in context of injury-stacked draft class: 'My drafted WRs: AJB, Nico, Flowers, Pittman, Strib. Literally dropping guys for waiver wire pickups just to have two WR to play this week...' (Strib = Stefon Diggs). Suggests injury or availability concerns affecting drafted WR depth.

Eagles WR mentioned as part of broader WR injury epidemic affecting early 2026 season. One manager notes 'My drafted WRs: AJB, Nico, Flowers, Pittman, Strib. Literally dropping guys for waiver wire pickups just to have two WR to play this week...' Suggests AJ Brown dealing with injury or availability concerns alongside other drafted WRs.

Bears WR part of league-wide WR injury epidemic in Week 2. Mentioned in context of injury-stacked rosters: 'Bro one of my leaguemates has puka, olave, nico collins, dj moore 💀💀💀.' No specific injury detail provided in comments; grouped with other injured studs.

Texans WR also injured in Week 2 window. Mentioned alongside Olave and Puka as part of WR injury crisis: 'Bro one of my leaguemates has puka, olave, nico collins, dj moore 💀💀💀'; 'Bro cmon, I'm already down Nico'; 'So much yardage, plus OT effort on week 1 hopefully he can go, at least he's only questionable and not ruled out like Collins.' Appears to be ruled out or more severe than Olave's Q tag.

Rams WR also dealing with injury concerns in Week 2. Multiple comments reference Puka alongside Olave as part of broader WR injury epidemic: 'Bro one of my leaguemates has puka, olave, nico collins, dj moore 💀💀💀'; 'Me, with Puka Nacua and Olave after scoring 195 points week 1: nah uh'; 'I have Puka, Olave, Ladd, and Bowers. Off to a solid start!!' (sarcasm). Sentiment is resigned frustration rather than optimism.

Saints TE emerging as secondary pivot option if Olave unavailable. Comments suggest Juwan as safer floor play than Kittle (vs. MIA); one manager notes 'Picked up Juwan on waivers cause Kittle still scares me even against MIA. If Olave doesn't play I think Juwan is the move.' Another states 'If Olave sits out I'm playing vele over pwash with full confidence' and 'If Olave doesn't play I'm putting burden in and starting Juwan and likely.' Positioned as TE alternative with upside in Saints offense.

Hamstring injury; officially questionable for Week 2 vs. Ravens. Practiced Thursday but left early (precautionary); community consensus leans toward he is probable to play despite Q tag. Multiple comments note frustration with Questionable designation keeping uncertainty high; one comment states 'he didn't miss any practices, like it's probable he's going to play.' Expect game-time decision and potential medical-tent visits if active.

Puka Nacua did not practice on Friday due to a hip injury.

Fitz ranks Matthew Stafford lower than consensus, noting he is an immobile quarterback facing a strong pass rush (Carter, Burns, Thibodeau, Reese) and is unlikely to have a high-yardage passing day.

Debro notes that Puka Nacua is the consensus WR23 and is being ranked based on standard expectations despite the Rams' poor week one performance.

Debro ranks Davante Adams as the WR25, acknowledging that while this may be low, he is comfortable with managers treating him as a WR2.

Debro recommends the over on 3.5 rushing attempts for Patrick Mahomes, citing his willingness to run under pressure (seven carries in week one) and the Colts' high pressure rate.

Fitz recommends Emmitt Johnson as a four-star prop bet (over 25.5 rushing/receiving yards), noting his dual-threat ability and the favorable matchup against a poor Colts run defense.

Debro and Fitz are high on Kenneth Walker following a historic week one performance where he forced 16 missed tackles on 23 carries (70% rate) and recorded 6.39 yards after contact per attempt. They favor him over Jonathan Taylor due to a softer matchup against a weak Colts run defense.

Jonathan Taylor is ranked as the RB6 in consensus rankings, falling just behind Kenneth Walker, as the source notes the Colts' run defense is a targetable unit for opposing running backs.

Debro highlights that Christian McCaffrey looked exceptionally explosive in week one, appearing more spry than in the previous two to three years, and projects a monster game for him against the Dolphins.

The source notes uncertainty regarding how to value Terry McLaurin following the Commanders' week one performance, leading to a neutral ranking for the upcoming matchup against the Cowboys.

Terry McLaurin is a confident start against Dallas, as he excels against single-high coverage (which Dallas runs frequently). The source ranks him at WR21, above the ECR of 25.

The source is high on Jeremiah Love, ranking him RB21 and viewing him as a special talent who will eventually overtake Tyler Allgeier for the lead role.

Quentin Johnston is a sneaky good play against the Raiders, who played 62% single-high coverage in Week 1. Johnston has historically performed well against single-high looks.

The source is lower than consensus on Justin Herbert (ranking him QB11), citing concerns about the interior offensive line and Herbert's struggles when facing pressure up the middle.

Despite a poor Week 1, the source remains optimistic about Jalen Waddle. The struggles were attributed to Bo Nix's poor play, high pressure rates, and offensive line issues rather than Waddle's performance.

Brenton Strange is a high-upside play against Denver because the Jaguars will likely avoid the Broncos' strong outside corners, funneling targets to the middle of the field.

The source advises against starting Brian Thomas Jr. due to a shoulder injury and a difficult matchup against Patrick Surtain, who shadowed him into oblivion last year.

Parker Washington is a confident start against Denver, as he is the clear WR1 for Jacksonville with a 26% target share in Week 1. He has a history of success against the Broncos.

The source is very high on Dallas Goedert, labeling his TE7 ECR as 'disrespectful' and ranking him as a top-five tight end. He saw a 23% first-read share and 20% target share in Week 1, making him a top-two option in the passing attack.

Bucky Irving is highlighted as a potential top draft value after posting the fifth-best missed tackle rate (38%) in Week 1. The source emphasizes his health and strong usage.

The source maintains faith in Chris Godwin despite a disappointing Week 1 performance, noting that they need to see at least two more games before declaring him 'cooked'.

The source is highly bullish on Baker Mayfield for his upcoming revenge game, citing his health, rushing ability, and high passing success/catchable target rates. He is viewed as a top-tier start despite a QB17 ECR, with the source ranking him at QB13.

The source expects a big game from Baker Mayfield in his revenge spot against the Browns, predicting he will 'let it cook' and perform at a high level.

The source ranks MarShawn Lloyd as an RB28/RB30, viewing him as a decent flex play. While he handled 61.9% of designed carries in Week 1, his upside is capped by the Packers' offensive line struggles, which necessitate Chris Brooks' superior pass-blocking skills in certain situations.

The source ranks Garrett Wilson as a mid-range WR2, noting that the ranking is not a reflection of his talent but rather the volatility of the Jets' offense under Geno Smith.

The source is extremely high on Christian Watson, ranking him as a WR1 and preferring him over Garrett Wilson. Watson excelled against two-high coverage in Week 1 with 4.19 yards per route run, and the source believes the Jets' secondary does not pose a significant threat.

The source ranks Romeo Doubs as a strong WR3 and expects him to emerge as the clear WR1 for the Patriots with A.J. Brown out. Doubs has shown efficiency against two-high coverage, and the source dismisses his Week 1 drop as an outlier, projecting him as a solid flex play.

The source is above consensus on Rico Dowdle, noting that despite lower production in Week 1, he out-snapped Jalen Warren and ran more routes. Dowdle appears to be Mike McCarthy's lead back, making him a flex-worthy play against the Patriots' average run defense.

The source is slightly below consensus on Ja'Marr Chase, ranking him as WR5. The concern stems from a tough matchup against a motivated Texans defense and lingering questions regarding his knee health following a minor hyperextension, suggesting a 'gentle fade' for DFS or high-stakes lineup decisions.

The source warns against starting Woody Marks, noting that his Week 1 snap count was inflated by garbage time and two-minute drill work. Through the first three quarters, David Montgomery dominated the backfield with over 60% of snaps and handled all red-zone carries, making Marks not flex-worthy.

The source is above consensus on Dalton Schultz, ranking him as a TE12 (consensus is TE15) for Week 2. With Nico Collins out, Schultz is expected to see significant volume, especially given the Bengals' struggles defending tight ends last season, where they allowed the most catches, yards, and touchdowns to the position.

Despite being ranked RB25 in ECR, the source ranks Aaron Jones as an RB19/RB20 and expects him to handle a full workload. The matchup is favorable against a Bears run defense that struggled in Week 1, allowing the eighth-highest explosive run rate and second-highest rushing success rate. While there is a minor fear of injury, the source believes Jones should crush as a strong RB2.

The source is high on Rome Odunze for Week 2, noting he is off the injury report and likely to see an increased route share from his 55.3% mark in Week 1. Odunze is expected to thrive against the Vikings' heavy blitz and two-high coverage schemes, as he led the team in target share (27.8%) and first-read share (32%) against the blitz last season, while also posting a 24% target per route run rate against two-high looks.

The source is curious about how much usage offensive coordinator Ben Johnson intends to give Colson Loveland after a strong performance.

Rome Odunze is a strong breakout candidate for the upcoming game, as he is now off the injury report and expected to see an increase from his 55.3% route share in Week 1.

Despite a goose egg in Week 1, Colson Loveland is expected to bounce back due to his high route participation (over 90%) and the Bears' likely use of 12 personnel to help with blocking.

Derrick Henry is expected to see a massive workload in the upcoming game against the Saints, with the source projecting he will finish higher among running backs than Lamar Jackson will among quarterbacks.

Lamar Jackson's ranking as QB2 is viewed as aggressive by the source due to the absence of Zay Flowers and Jacoby Lane, leaving him with a depleted receiving corps, though his rushing upside keeps him in the top-six conversation.

Jalen Coker is outperforming his status as an undrafted free agent, with the source noting he has bested teammate Tedarrell McMillan in catches, yards, and touchdowns over their last nine games.

Josh Allen is viewed as a top-three quarterback who provides a massive positional advantage, though the source notes that drafting him early requires hitting on subsequent picks at running back and wide receiver to avoid lineup holes.

Amon-Ra St. Brown is considered one of the safest and most consistent first-round picks in fantasy football, consistently providing high-floor production regardless of draft position.

Dalton Kincaid is continuing his breakout season, with the source identifying him as a top-two to three tight end for the rest of the season based on his consistent route share.

Jameson Williams has run 83 routes on 87 Jared Goff dropbacks this season. His target share (16.9%) is higher than it was in games where Amon-Ra and LaPorta played >50% snaps last year (15.6%). This is merely the Jamo experience. Actually, it could be worse. Last year, he was the first WR since 2022 to finish as a top-24 WR (he was WR10) and have three games with <10 receiving yards. He will be fine. We're also two plays away from there not being a conversation at all. Second play was clearly...

Jameson Williams has run 83 routes on 87 Jared Goff dropbacks this season. His target share (16.9%) is higher than it was in games where Amon-Ra and LaPorta played >50% snaps last year (15.6%). This is merely the Jamo experience. Actually, it could be worse. Last year, he was the first WR since 2022 to finish as a top-24 WR (he was WR10) and have three games with <10 receiving yards. He will be fine. We're also two plays away from there not being a conversation at all. Second play was clearly...

Jameson Williams has run 83 routes on 87 Jared Goff dropbacks this season. His target share (16.9%) is higher than it was in games where Amon-Ra and LaPorta played >50% snaps last year (15.6%). This is merely the Jamo experience. Actually, it could be worse. Last year, he was the first WR since 2022 to finish as a top-24 WR (he was WR10) and have three games with <10 receiving yards. He will be fine. We're also two plays away from there not being a conversation at all. Second play was clearly...

Jameson Williams has run 83 routes on 87 Jared Goff dropbacks this season. His target share (16.9%) is higher than it was in games where Amon-Ra and LaPorta played >50% snaps last year (15.6%). This is merely the Jamo experience. Actually, it could be worse. Last year, he was the first WR since 2022 to finish as a top-24 WR (he was WR10) and have three games with <10 receiving yards. He will be fine. We're also two plays away from there not being a conversation at all. Second play was clearly...

Puka Nacua not playing would Davante Adams a WR1 for me in ranks

It’s a hip injury for Puka. [Quoted](

Javonte Williams is mentioned in a comment asking "How about Dobbins, can he also be touched," suggesting uncertainty about the Broncos' RB usage. The comment implies Payton's pattern of spreading touches extends to the backfield as well.

RJ Harvey is mentioned in the context of Payton's pattern of deploying backup running backs. One comment states "He did that with dobbins last year too with rj harvey," suggesting Payton rotates between multiple RBs rather than committing to one. This is part of the broader pattern of spreading touches across multiple players.

Jamar Chase is mentioned as a comparison point for Waddle's Week 1 performance. One comment notes Chase had 2 points in Week 1 but no one is concerned because of his track record, suggesting Waddle should receive similar benefit of the doubt. However, another comment counters that Chase has a better QB (Burrow) and Denver has been mediocre in September under Payton, making the situations different.

Drake London is mentioned in a comparison thread asking whether he or Waddle is in a worse fantasy situation. One comment argues London is in a worse spot due to Atlanta's QB situation (Penix injury, uncertainty), while another suggests Penix "hyper feeds London" when healthy, making London potentially better if Penix returns. The comparison suggests both receivers face uncertainty but for different reasons.

Adam Trautman is mentioned as a tight end who receives meaningful usage in Payton's offense, part of the broader pattern of spreading targets across multiple receivers rather than feeding star players. One comment sarcastically states "We design plays that get Adam Trautman the ball," suggesting Trautman is a focal point despite being a secondary option.

LilJordan Humphrey is mentioned as part of Payton's pattern of deploying lesser-known receivers in key roles. One comment jokes about an "annual LilJordan Humphrey pickup," suggesting he is a recurring waiver-wire target under Payton. Another comment references "designs plays that get Adam Trautman the ball," grouping Humphrey with other secondary receivers who receive meaningful usage.

Troy Franklin is mentioned alongside Pat Bryant as a receiver who receives disproportionate usage under Payton's scheme. One comment references "randomly treat Bryant as the WR1" and compares it to last season when Payton "would randomly neglect [Sutton] in favor of Troy Franklin." Franklin is positioned as a secondary receiver who nonetheless receives meaningful targets, suggesting Payton's offense does not prioritize star receivers.

Pat Bryant is mentioned as a beneficiary of Payton's offensive scheme, with community noting he received significant usage in Week 1 despite being a lesser-known receiver. One comment sarcastically suggests Payton "probably thinks he's a genius for spending a 1st rounder on a sacrificial X while he hyper feeds Troy Franklin and Pat Bryant." Another comment jokes "This is a Pat Bryant post," suggesting Bryant is the real focal point of the offense. Bryant is positioned as a potential waiver pickup or late-round value play.

Sutton's 2024 season under Payton is repeatedly cited as a cautionary tale for Waddle owners. Community notes Sutton was a "fine fantasy player" but inconsistent due to Payton's ball-distribution approach. One comment states Sutton finished as WR7 in the season being referenced, but the broader theme is that Payton's offense spreads targets to lesser-known receivers (Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin, LilJordan Humphrey, Adam Trautman) rather than consistently feeding star WRs. Multiple comments express regret about drafting Broncos receivers under Payton.

Community consensus is that Bo Nix's intermediate passing game is a major limitation for Waddle's fantasy ceiling. Multiple comments describe Nix as "scared to get him the ball," with poor intermediate accuracy and a tendency to spread targets. One comment notes Nix had the highest PFF grade of any QB in KC since entering the league before Week 1, but his performance in that game was poor. Nix is characterized as a "solid QB" overall but unreliable for supporting a true WR1, making Waddle's situation a "match made in hell" stylistically.

Payton stated Waddle "is going to have his touches" and added "without forcing it," which community views as both reassuring and concerning. Payton traded a first-round pick for Waddle, suggesting commitment, but comments highlight his history of spreading targets across multiple receivers rather than feeding star players. Week 1 saw Waddle receive limited targets despite the Broncos' offensive struggles; community is split between viewing this as a bad matchup/game-plan issue vs. a pattern consistent with Payton's tenure. Multiple comments cite Courtland Sutton's inconsistency last season as a cautionary tale. Some view Waddle as a buy-low after a poor Week 1; others are selling or bench...

Played only on special teams last week against the Patriots, not seeing any offensive snaps. With Tory Horton returning to the receiver rotation, Foster Jr. remains on the periphery of the offensive gameplan.