Fantasy football Week 2: Start, sit and sleepers

Here's a look back at Week 1's action and fantasy advice for the week ahead:

WEEK 1 RECAP

Seahawks 13, Patriots 10: The defending champs survived despite losing Sam Darnold early, while Drake Maye threw three second-half interceptions. First-rounder Jadarian Price flashed, but his role matters more than the box score right now — he didn’t play on third downs, in the two-minute drill or near the goal line — while Mack Hollins surprisingly out-snapped Romeo Doubs for New England.

49ers 27, Rams 7: Christian McCaffrey remains Christian McCaffrey, but Kaelon Black immediately made this backfield more interesting than expected. The rookie handled 15 touches while playing 43.8% of the snaps, which makes him one of the most valuable handcuffs in fantasy and potentially usable whenever San Francisco is favored heavily enough to generate cleanup duty.

Bengals 33, Buccaneers 27: Mike Gesicki apparently didn’t get the memo that Erick All Jr. was supposed to threaten his fantasy value, turning five catches into 78 yards and a TD, although his 45.9% route share screams volatility. Bucky Irving remained Tampa Bay’s clear lead back despite Kenneth Gainwell’s arrival, which is far more important than one week’s rushing totals.

Lions 31, Saints 30 (OT): Travis Etienne Jr.’s first game as a Saint produced only a 59% early-down snap share and nine carries, matching Kendre Miller, so this backfield could become annoying once Alvin Kamara is fully incorporated. Detroit, meanwhile, gave Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams every snap in 11 and 12 personnel, which is exactly the deployment Williams needs to escape boom-or-bust purgatory.

Jets 23, Titans 10: Adonai Mitchell caught three passes for 60 yards and appears to have secured a full-time outside role opposite Garrett Wilson, while rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq announced himself with three receptions and a rushing TD. Tennessee’s Tony Pollard-Tyjae Spears split also continues moving uncomfortably close to 50-50 territory.

Ravens 41, Colts 23: Zay Flowers looked ready to detonate this season with five receptions for 150 yards and a TD before a hamstring injury ended his afternoon early. Mark Andrews’ role expanded with Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar gone, while Josh Downs becoming a near-full-time player gives fantasy managers reason to remain patient despite a quiet opener.

Steelers 20, Falcons 13: Pittsburgh may have fantasy football’s least cooperative backfield: Jaylen Warren started and led the team in carries, but Rico Dowdle led the backs in snaps and routes. Kyle Pitts’ 63.3% snap rate was also a warning sign after he spent much more time on the field during his 2025 breakout.

Bears 59, Panthers 37: Apparently defense was optional. Jalen Coker was the biggest fantasy revelation, erupting for 138 yards and two TDs while leading Carolina with a 23.7% target share, while Luther Burden III’s production came with only a 71.1% route participation rate — not bad, but not enough to declare his breakout is imminent.

Jaguars 34, Browns 10: Trevor Lawrence needed only 23 attempts to throw four TDs, which is the sort of offensive efficiency fantasy managers have spent years waiting to see from him. Quinshon Judkins’ 14 touches were encouraging despite the ugly production, and Cleveland’s rookie receivers KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston already appear to be squeezing Jerry Jeudy’s weekly ceiling.

Bills 36, Texans 31: DJ Moore’s Buffalo debut could hardly have gone better: five catches, 100 yards, a TD and a 24.1% target share. Dalton Kincaid was even more encouraging, producing 130 yards while playing 80.8% of the snaps and earning a 20.7% target share.

Raiders 27, Dolphins 13: Ashton Jeanty put the injury concerns behind him and immediately established himself as Las Vegas’ offensive centerpiece, while Miami’s rebuilt receiving corps offered opportunity if not much competence. Malik Washington played every snap in two- and three-receiver sets and Caleb Douglas played more than 90%, making both worth monitoring despite the quarterback situation.

Vikings 39, Packers 22: Green Bay finally stopped operating its receiving corps like a hockey line change, with Matthew Golden and Christian Watson both playing at least 84% of the snaps in two- and three-receiver sets; they responded by combining for 12 receptions, 232 yards and two TDs. Minnesota’s larger problem is Kyler Murray, who left with a concussion and remains uncertain for Week 2.

Eagles 24, Commanders 22: Dontayvion Wicks immediately played more than 90% of Philadelphia’s offensive snaps alongside DeVonta Smith, making him one of Week 1’s more actionable usage surprises. Washington remains frustrating at running back, but rookie Antonio Williams deserves a stash after turning four receptions into a team-high 64 receiving yards despite playing a limited role.

Cardinals 26, Chargers 14: Jeremiyah Love and Tyler Allgeier split early-down and goal-line work, so Love’s fantasy ceiling may take a little longer to arrive than managers hoped. Ladd McConkey’s rib injury suddenly creates extra opportunity for Quentin Johnston and Tre’ Harris, while David Njoku emerged as the most trustworthy option in the Chargers’ three-headed tight end room.

Giants 28, Cowboys 20: Javonte Williams remains Dallas’ unquestioned lead back and followed his two-touchdown opener with another reminder that the offseason worries about his workload were probably misplaced. Cam Skattebo also emerged from New York’s crowded backfield with the early-down, short-yardage and goal-line work, giving him the part of the committee fantasy managers actually want.

Chiefs 31, Broncos 10: Kenneth Walker III’s Kansas City debut was absurd: 23 carries for a career-high 173 yards, three receptions for 18 more and two TDs, including a 60-yard score. His 191 yards from scrimmage were actually more than Denver produced as a team (176), and rookie Emmett Johnson was plenty effective behind him with 68 yards on 10 touches — including 44 receiving yards — making him a premium handcuff. Bo Nix, meanwhile, finished with only 131 passing yards, a TD and an interception while taking four sacks, helping turn Jaylen Waddle’s Broncos debut into a complete no-show: one catch for two yards on three targets.

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Here are my best bets for Week 2:

DETROIT AT BUFFALO

Obvious starters: Jahmyr Gibbs (DET), Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET), Sam LaPorta (DET), Josh Allen (BUF), James Cook (BUF).

Who to start: Jared Goff (DET) deserves streaming consideration in the week’s highest-upside scoring environment against a Buffalo defense that struggled to suppress passing efficiency in Week 1. Jameson Williams (DET) has WR3/flex upside after playing every snap in Detroit’s primary personnel packages, giving his big-play profile a much healthier volume floor. DJ Moore (BUF) immediately commanded a 24.1% target share and 33.3% first-read share in his Bills debut, confirming he’s Josh Allen’s new alpha receiver. Dalton Kincaid (BUF) finally received full-time usage — 80.8% of the snaps and a 20.7% target share — and now faces a Detroit defense that struggled against tight ends in Week 1.

Who to sit: The Lions D/ST belongs on the bench on the road against Allen and an offense that just scored 36 points. The Bills D/ST has an equally uncomfortable assignment against Goff, Gibbs, St. Brown and one of the league’s deepest collections of skill talent.

Sleeper: Khalil Shakir (BUF) earned a 20.7% target share in Week 1 and gets a Detroit defense that allowed the seventh-most yards per target to slot receivers.

CAROLINA AT ATLANTA

Obvious starters: Tetairoa McMillan (CAR), Bijan Robinson (ATL), Drake London (ATL).

Who to start: Bryce Young (CAR) is a viable streamer after finishing as Week 1’s QB3 and directing an offense with the fifth-highest pass rate. Chuba Hubbard (CAR) maintained a legitimate lead-back role with 67.7% of the snaps and all three Carolina red-zone carries. Jalen Coker (CAR) has earned immediate WR3/flex consideration after leading Carolina in target share while turning 138 yards and two TDs into the overall WR1 finish. Kyle Pitts (ATL) remains a streaming option despite the reduced snap rate because the position falls off quickly once you move beyond the elite tier. Michael Penix Jr. (ATL) is a Superflex option with regular-league streaming upside if he gets the start against a Carolina defense that just surrendered 59 points.

Who to sit: Jonathon Brooks (CAR) remains a stash until Carolina gives him enough touches to threaten Hubbard’s workload. Tua Tagovailoa (ATL) remains sidelined from practice with his oblique injury and can’t be trusted until Atlanta actually puts him back under center and we see where he’s at. Brian Robinson Jr. (ATL) is TD-dependent behind Bijan. Zachariah Branch (ATL) is still a rotational receiver rather than a dependable fantasy option. I’m fading the Falcons D/ST after Young and Carolina demonstrated enough explosiveness in Week 1 to make this much less attractive than it appeared in August.

Sleeper(s): Darren Waller (CAR) is worth monitoring as a TD-or-bust streamer if active in a game that could produce more offense than expected. The Panthers D/ST is a contrarian streamer if Atlanta again has to start a compromised or backup quarterback.

MINNESOTA AT CHICAGO

Obvious starters: Justin Jefferson (MIN), Caleb Williams (CHI), D’Andre Swift (CHI), Colston Loveland (CHI).

Who to start: Aaron Jones (MIN) moves firmly into RB2 territory with Jordan Mason on injured reserve after handling 15 carries for 59 yards and a TD in Week 1; Jones should absorb more early-down work while maintaining his valuable passing-game role. Jordan Addison (MIN) is a high-upside flex against a Chicago secondary that surrendered the most fantasy points per target to perimeter receivers in Week 1. T.J. Hockenson (MIN) remains a TE1 despite some personnel-related snap concerns because he still commanded a 16.7% target share and scored in the opener. Rome Odunze (CHI) gets another favorable perimeter matchup and should see his playing time climb as he moves further away from the calf issue that limited him in Week 1. Luther Burden III (CHI) has WR3/flex upside after playing 95.1% of Chicago’s 11-personnel snaps, even though his overall route share still leaves some volatility.

Who to sit: Kyler Murray (MIN) is still navigating concussion protocol and isn’t usable unless he clears it. Jauan Jennings (MIN) missed practice and already profiles as the third option behind Jefferson and Addison when healthy. I’m fading the Vikings D/ST away from home against an offense that hung 59 points on Carolina. Kyle Monangai (CHI) produced 124 total yards and a TD in Week 1 but remains a touchdown-dependent committee back with only a 44.3% snap share. Kalif Raymond (CHI) turned a surprising 31% target share into 84 yards, but his 57.9% route share makes that volume extremely difficult to repeat. Cole Kmet (CHI) remains TD-dependent behind Loveland. I’m also fading the Bears D/ST against Jefferson and a Minnesota offense capable of creating explosive plays even if Carson Wentz (MIN) starts.

Sleeper: Wentz becomes an immediate Superflex streamer if Murray sits, particularly against a Chicago defense Bryce Young just shredded.

PHILADELPHIA AT TENNESSEE

Obvious starters: Jalen Hurts (PHI), Saquon Barkley (PHI), DeVonta Smith (PHI), Dallas Goedert (PHI), Eagles D/ST.

Who to start: Tony Pollard (TEN) maintains flex value because he still has the better early-down and goal-line path in Tennessee’s increasingly even backfield. Wan’Dale Robinson (TEN) is a PPR flex after tying for the team lead with an 18.8% target share, although expectations should remain modest against Philadelphia.

Who to sit: Makai Lemon (PHI) played almost exclusively from 11 personnel in Week 1, making him too formation-dependent behind Smith and Wicks. Tank Bigsby (PHI) remains TD-dependent behind Barkley. Cam Ward (TEN) gets one of the league’s least forgiving defenses after a rough opener. Carnell Tate (TEN) has intriguing long-term upside but remains attached to a passing game I’m avoiding this week. Tyjae Spears (TEN) has enough involvement to hurt Pollard without enough of a role to trust himself. Calvin Ridley (TEN) is a boom-or-bust candidate in a matchup where Ward could spend most of the afternoon under pressure. Gunnar Helm (TEN) ran a route on only 56.4% of Tennessee’s pass plays in Week 1 because he was frequently kept in to protect. The Titans D/ST should stay benched against Hurts and Barkley.

Sleeper: Dontayvion Wicks (PHI) immediately played more than 90% of the snaps and now faces a Titans secondary that surrendered the second-most yards per target to perimeter receivers in Week 1.

PITTSBURGH AT NEW ENGLAND

Obvious starters: Steelers D/ST, Drake Maye (NE).

Who to start: DK Metcalf (PIT) earned a 24.4% target share and 39.1% first-read share in Week 1, so I’m trusting the volume despite a potentially difficult matchup with Christian Gonzalez. Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) handled 23 touches and played 85.1% of the snaps in the opener, giving him enough volume to remain an RB2. TreVeyon Henderson (NE) is a flex option after returning to full practice, especially in PPR formats where his receiving ability can survive a smaller workload. Romeo Doubs (NE) should receive a larger share of the passing offense with A.J. Brown sidelined. The Patriots D/ST has streaming appeal at home against an immobile 42-year-old quarterback behind an offense that remains more methodical than explosive.

Who to sit: Aaron Rodgers (PIT) finished Week 1 as QB25 and now faces a New England pass rush that produced the fifth-best pressure rate in the league. Michael Pittman Jr. (PIT) drew only a 7.3% target share in the opener and again faces the sort of single-high coverage that has historically reduced his involvement. Jaylen Warren (PIT) had 15 touches but played only 35.9% of the snaps, leaving his workload too fragile for anything beyond a desperation flex. Rico Dowdle (PIT) led the backfield in snaps but generated only 21 yards on 10 touches, making this committee difficult to trust from either direction. Pat Freiermuth (PIT) scored in Week 1 but remains dependent on touchdowns after commanding only an 8.7% first-read share. Hunter Henry (NE) produced only a 9.1% target share and 52.4% route share in the opener. Kyle Williams (NE) is buried too deeply in a suddenly crowded Patriots receiving corps.

Sleeper(s): Mack Hollins (NE) out-snapped Doubs in Week 1 and owns sneaky flex appeal after producing 51 yards despite running a route on only half of New England’s dropbacks. DeMario Douglas (NE) remains a deeper PPR flier whose slot role could matter if Pittsburgh’s rush forces Maye to get the ball out quickly.

GREEN BAY AT N.Y. JETS

Obvious starters: Christian Watson (GB), Tucker Kraft (GB), Breece Hall (NYJ), Garrett Wilson (NYJ).

Who to start: Jordan Love (GB) attempted 42 passes for 387 yards in Week 1, and that sort of volume keeps him firmly in the streaming conversation despite an uneven efficiency profile. Matthew Golden (GB) opened with a 26.2% target share, 95 yards and three red-zone targets, validating the offseason breakout expectations immediately. Geno Smith (NYJ) played much better than his QB29 finish suggests and ranked second among Week 1 quarterbacks in highly accurate throw rate. Kenyon Sadiq (NYJ) is an aggressive streamer after catching three passes and scoring as a runner in his NFL debut, although the rookie remains a high-variance option until his snap share grows.

Who to sit: Jayden Reed (GB) remains a volatile fourth option after a 63% route share and only 20 receiving yards in Week 1. MarShawn Lloyd (GB) received 13 carries but played only 44.8% of the snaps and barely participated in the passing game. Chris Brooks (GB) owns the passing-down role without enough receiving volume yet to make it useful. I’m fading the Packers D/ST on the road against an offense featuring Hall and Wilson. Braelon Allen (NYJ) remains Hall’s backup rather than a standalone starter. Mason Taylor (NYJ) now has Sadiq threatening his target ceiling. The Jets D/ST draws Love, Watson, Golden and Kraft, which is far more dangerous than the Tennessee offense it handled in Week 1.

Sleeper: Adonai Mitchell (NYJ) played a full-time outside role and turned three catches into 60 yards in Week 1, giving him big-play appeal whenever Green Bay devotes extra coverage to Wilson.

CLEVELAND AT TAMPA BAY

Obvious starters: Quinshon Judkins (CLE), Harold Fannin Jr. (CLE), Emeka Egbuka (TB), Bucky Irving (TB).

Who to start: Baker Mayfield (TB) struggled for fantasy in Week 1 but now faces a Cleveland defense that allowed the third-most yards per attempt and highest passer rating in the league. The Buccaneers D/ST is arguably the week’s premier streamer against Deshaun Watson and a Browns offense that managed only 10 points in Jacksonville.

Who to sit: Deshaun Watson (CLE) offers neither a trustworthy passing floor nor enough rushing upside anymore to justify using him outside Superflex. KC Concepcion (CLE) earned encouraging underlying usage but remains attached to one of the week’s lowest-ceiling passing attacks. Denzel Boston (CLE) salvaged Week 1 with a long garbage-time TD and remains a volatile downfield option. Jerry Jeudy (CLE) suddenly finds himself competing with two talented rookies for targets in an offense that can’t support everyone. The Browns D/ST gets Mayfield, Irving and Egbuka on the road. Chris Godwin (TB) managed only a 14.3% target share in the opener and ranked near the bottom of FantasyPros’ separation metrics. Kenneth Gainwell (TB) is clearly behind Irving. Cade Otton (TB) remains a low-upside, TD-dependent streamer despite playing virtually every snap.

Sleeper: Jalen McMillan (TB) is practicing fully and has enough proven touchdown upside to become an immediate deep-league flex if Tampa Bay expands his role.

NEW ORLEANS AT BALTIMORE

Obvious starters: Chris Olave (NO), Travis Etienne Jr. (NO), Lamar Jackson (BAL), Derrick Henry (BAL), Ravens D/ST.

Who to start: Juwan Johnson (NO) remains a TE1 streamer after his expanded role carried over from last season. Mark Andrews (BAL) had a 24% target share, 70% route share and 26.3% first-read share in Week 1 — the usage of a player still capable of finishing as a weekly TE1.

Who to sit: Tyler Shough (NO) is difficult to trust on the road against Baltimore unless you’re desperate in Superflex. Devaughn Vele (NO) has a full-time role but remains well behind Olave in the target hierarchy. Alvin Kamara (NO) is coming off a knee issue and returns to a backfield where Etienne and Kendre Miller (NO) already split substantial work. Miller becomes TD-dependent once Kamara rejoins the rotation. The Saints D/ST should never be voluntarily started against Jackson and Henry. Zay Flowers (BAL) belongs on the bench unless his hamstring improves enough to practice before Sunday; he did not participate Thursday after leaving Week 1 early.

Sleeper: Rashod Bateman (BAL) becomes one of the week’s best deep-league upside plays if Flowers sits because he’s already the only other Ravens receiver assured of a significant role.

CINCINNATI AT HOUSTON

Obvious starters: Joe Burrow (CIN), Ja’Marr Chase (CIN), Chase Brown (CIN), David Montgomery (HOU).

Who to start: Tee Higgins (CIN) remains a WR2/WR3 despite the difficult matchup because two deep targets and a 17.1% target share give him enough touchdown and explosive-play upside. Dalton Schultz (HOU) quietly commanded a 21.1% target share in Week 1 and faces a Cincinnati defense that has struggled with tight ends going back to last season. The Texans D/ST is risky against Burrow but playable at home behind a pass rush capable of creating sacks even if the points allowed are ugly.

Who to sit: Mike Gesicki (CIN) turned limited playing time into a monster opener, but a 45.9% route share makes the production almost impossible to project weekly. Nico Collins (HOU) is dealing with a hamstring injury and belongs on the bench if he’s anything less than fully cleared. C.J. Stroud (HOU) played encouragingly against Buffalo, but Cincinnati’s pressure potential and Collins’ health lower the ceiling enough to seek a safer QB1. Woody Marks (HOU) is still behind Montgomery and needs either an injury or more receiving involvement before becoming playable.

Sleeper(s): The Bengals D/ST is a high-risk streamer if Collins is limited because Houston’s offense becomes significantly easier to squeeze without its alpha receiver. Kayshon Boutte (HOU) is a pure big-play lottery ticket whose 16-yard average target depth makes one connection potentially worthwhile. Jaylin Noel (HOU) is another deep-league flier whose path to extra routes widens considerably if Collins can’t handle his normal workload.

JACKSONVILLE AT DENVER

Obvious starters: Broncos D/ST.

Who to start: Trevor Lawrence (JAC) was Week 1’s QB5 and ranked first among qualified passers in passing success rate, giving him enough momentum to trust even in a tougher matchup. Bhayshul Tuten (JAC) handled 16 touches and produced 88 yards while forcing missed tackles at an impressive rate, and Denver just struggled badly against Kansas City’s rushing attack. Parker Washington (JAC) led Jacksonville with a 26.1% target share and should again benefit if Patrick Surtain II spends substantial time with Brian Thomas Jr. Brenton Strange (JAC) remains a viable streamer after scoring in Week 1 and producing a TE9 finish the last time he faced Denver. The Jaguars D/ST has sneaky streaming value against an offense that produced only 176 total yards Monday night. Jaylen Waddle (DEN) is still the Denver receiver I trust most after immediately securing a near-every-down role following the offseason trade.

Who to sit: Brian Thomas Jr. (JAC) is a risky play if Surtain shadows him after Washington emerged as Lawrence’s preferred Week 1 target. Jakobi Meyers (JAC) is a low-ceiling flex in a crowded passing game against one of the league’s better secondaries. Chris Rodriguez Jr. (JAC) is touchdown-dependent after receiving only six carries despite Jacksonville controlling Week 1. Bo Nix (DEN) belongs in Superflex only until further notice after Kansas City pressured him relentlessly and held Denver to 10 points. Courtland Sutton (DEN) now has Waddle and Pat Bryant stealing substantial target equity. J.K. Dobbins (DEN) owns the early-down role but may lose the most valuable passing and short-yardage opportunities to R.J. Harvey (DEN), who is difficult to trust while dealing with a hamstring issue and sharing the backfield.

Sleeper: Evan Engram (DEN) saw his role expand substantially in Week 1 and led Denver with 43 receiving yards, putting him back on the streaming radar at fantasy’s thinnest position.

LAS VEGAS AT L.A. CHARGERS

Obvious starters: Ashton Jeanty (LV), Justin Herbert (LAC), Omarion Hampton (LAC).

Who to start: Michael Mayer (LV) becomes an easy streaming option if Brock Bowers misses another game after taking over as Las Vegas’ every-down tight end in Week 1. Quentin Johnston (LAC) gains immediate WR2/WR3 appeal if McConkey sits because he’s already the Chargers’ clear second outside receiver. David Njoku (LAC) led the Chargers’ tight ends with five catches for 58 yards and handled 70% of the third-down snaps in Week 1. The Chargers D/ST deserves streaming consideration at home against Kirk Cousins and a Raiders receiving corps lacking a true alpha if Bowers remains unavailable.

Who to sit: Brock Bowers (LV) hasn’t practiced and already missed Week 1 following a meniscus trim, so managers need a healthier alternative ready. Tre Tucker (LV) remains a boom-or-bust receiver in an offense likely to funnel volume toward Jeanty and the tight ends. Kirk Cousins (LV) is QB2 material only after finishing Week 1 as QB18 against a far easier Miami defense. Mike Washington Jr. (LV) is merely Jeanty’s change-of-pace option for now. The Raiders D/ST is an easy fade against Herbert. Ladd McConkey (LAC) remains out of practice with the rib injury that ended his Week 1 performance. Oronde Gadsden (LAC) played only 10 snaps in the opener despite producing 32 yards. Charlie Kolar (LAC) is sharing too many routes and high-value snaps with Njoku to trust.

Sleeper(s): Jalen Nailor (LV) owns the X role and becomes more interesting if Bowers’ absence forces Las Vegas to distribute targets outside. Tre’ Harris (LAC) could become an every-down receiver if McConkey sits after already replacing him in two-receiver sets following the injury last week.

WASHINGTON AT DALLAS

Obvious starters: Jayden Daniels (WAS), Terry McLaurin (WAS), Dak Prescott (DAL), CeeDee Lamb (DAL), George Pickens (DAL), Javonte Williams (DAL).

Who to start: Stefon Diggs (WAS) ran fewer routes than McLaurin in Week 1 but was targeted on a massive 36% of them, making him an immediate WR2/WR3 candidate. Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) received 17 touches and 55.2% of Washington’s designed carries in the opener, enough volume to preserve RB2/flex upside. Jake Ferguson (DAL) remains one of Prescott’s most reliable middle-of-the-field options in a matchup carrying one of Week 2’s highest projected totals.

Who to sit: Rachaad White (WAS) is primarily Washington’s passing-down back and also has Kaytron Allen intruding near the goal line. Chig Okonkwo (WAS) is dealing with the hamstring injury that knocked him out of Week 1 and can’t be trusted until healthy. The Commanders D/ST is an easy fade against Prescott, Lamb and Pickens. The Cowboys D/ST has the equally unpleasant task of containing Daniels’ arm and legs in a game with substantial shootout potential.

Sleeper: Antonio Williams (WAS) produced a team-high 64 receiving yards on only four catches in Week 1 and has enough talent to force Washington to expand his role quickly.

SEATTLE AT ARIZONA

Obvious starters: Jaxon Smith-Njigba (SEA), Seahawks D/ST, Trey McBride (ARI), Jeremiyah Love (ARI).

Who to start: Jadarian Price (SEA) handled 12 touches on only half the snaps in Week 1 and now faces an Arizona defense that allowed the third-most yards after contact per attempt. Tyler Allgeier (ARI) handled 19 touches and played 56.9% of the snaps in the opener, making him a legitimate flex while Arizona eases Love into a larger workload.

Who to sit: Rashid Shaheed (SEA) loses too much quarterback stability with Drew Lock under center to trust his downfield-dependent profile. Cooper Kupp (SEA) is another Seattle receiver I’m fading until Sam Darnold returns. Drew Lock (SEA) belongs only in Superflex despite a respectable Week 1 because Seattle can win this game by leaning on its defense and rushing attack. Jacoby Brissett (ARI) faces a Seattle defense that allowed the eighth-fewest yards per attempt and second-lowest passer rating in Week 1. Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) earned only an 8.1% target share in the opener and is being used far too vertically to provide a reliable floor. Michael Wilson (ARI) gets a Seahawks secondary that surrendered the sixth-fewest fantasy points per target to perimeter receivers last week.

Sleeper: AJ Barner (SEA) is a desperation tight end streamer whose short-area role gives Lock an easier answer than repeatedly challenging Arizona downfield.

MIAMI AT SAN FRANCISCO

Obvious starters: De’Von Achane (MIA), Christian McCaffrey (SF), 49ers D/ST.

Who to start: Brock Purdy (SF) finished Week 1 as QB10 and now faces a Miami defense that generated pressure on only 6.5% of Kirk Cousins’ dropbacks. Mike Evans (SF) tied for the team lead with a 20.6% target share despite playing a reduced role in the blowout opener. George Kittle (SF) remains a premium TE1 against a defense that should struggle to cover San Francisco at every level. Deebo Samuel (SF) matched Evans’ 20.6% target share, led San Francisco with three red-zone targets and still received his customary rushing opportunity.

Who to sit: Malik Willis (MIA) needed 39 rushing yards and a TD to rescue his Week 1 fantasy line and now encounters a much more difficult defense. Malik Washington (MIA) has excellent playing time but not enough quarterback stability to trust against San Francisco. Caleb Douglas (MIA) earned a 22.2% target share and 94 yards in Week 1, but this is a much tougher environment for Miami’s passing game. Greg Dulcich (MIA) received encouraging full-time usage but was targeted on only 6.9% of his routes in the opener.

Sleeper: Kaelon Black (SF) handled 15 touches in Week 1 and should again get enough work to matter if San Francisco builds the sort of lead expected against Miami.

INDIANAPOLIS AT KANSAS CITY

Obvious starters: Jonathan Taylor (IND), Tyler Warren (IND), Patrick Mahomes (KC), Kenneth Walker III (KC), Rashee Rice (KC), Travis Kelce (KC).

Who to start: The Chiefs D/ST is one of the week’s stronger plays after generating an absurd 54.5% pressure rate against Denver and now getting Daniel Jones at Arrowhead.

Who to sit: Daniel Jones (IND) could spend the afternoon under siege against a Chiefs defense that allowed the second-fewest yards per attempt in Week 1. Alec Pierce (IND) led Indianapolis in first-read share but faces a Kansas City secondary that allowed the second-fewest yards per target to perimeter receivers. Josh Downs (IND) is now a full-time player but drew only a 12.9% target share and gets another difficult matchup from the slot. The Colts D/ST should remain benched at Arrowhead against Mahomes. Xavier Worthy (KC) is seeing plenty of playing time but Kansas City’s newly run-heavy approach and expanded receiving rotation lower his weekly floor. Emmett Johnson (KC) remains Walker’s handcuff after Week 1 confirmed the veteran will receive the overwhelming majority of valuable rushing work.

Sleeper: Keenan Allen (IND) tied for Indianapolis’ team lead with a 19.4% target share and could become Jones’ preferred quick-game answer if Kansas City’s pass rush arrives as frequently as it did Monday night.

N.Y. GIANTS AT L.A. RAMS

Obvious starters: Malik Nabers (NYG), Isaiah Likely (NYG), Puka Nacua (LAR), Kyren Williams (LAR).

Who to start: Jaxson Dart (NYG) finished Week 1 as QB4 and added the second-most rushing yards among quarterbacks, giving him the dual-threat floor fantasy managers covet. Cam Skattebo (NYG) emerged with the early-down, short-yardage and goal-line role in Week 1 and should remain an RB2 while that deployment lasts. Matthew Stafford (LAR) deserves streaming consideration at home in a game with one of the week’s healthier scoring projections. Davante Adams (LAR) remains an easy WR2 alongside Nacua because Stafford can support both whenever game script forces Los Angeles to throw. The Rams D/ST has streaming upside at home, particularly if its offense can force Dart into obvious passing situations.

Who to sit: Devin Singletary (NYG) is primarily the passing-down complement to Skattebo and needs either a touchdown or heavy reception volume to matter. Malachi Fields (NYG) is a full-time outside receiver but remains buried behind Nabers and the Giants’ tight ends for fantasy purposes. The Giants D/ST belongs on the bench against Stafford, Nacua, Adams and Williams. Terrance Ferguson (LAR) is trapped in a three-way tight end rotation with Colby Parkinson and Tyler Higbee.

Sleeper: Blake Corum (LAR) has standalone flex appeal in deeper leagues because a home matchup in which the Rams are favored creates a plausible path to double-digit touches behind Williams.