In sunny Miami, the NFL is about to kick off Week 2, and fans are gearing up for another weekend filled with exciting matchups and the potential for some big fantasy football performances. After a surprising Week 1, where many players exceeded expectations, it’s time to assess who to start, sit, and keep an eye on.
Starting with the Miami Dolphins matchup against the Buffalo Bills, key injuries may shift the balance of power. The Dolphins will be without running back Raheem Mostert, while De’Von Achane is a game-time decision. With a depleted backfield, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa steps into the spotlight and is the clear start of the week at his value of $6,600 on DraftKings DFS.
On the other side, the Buffalo Bills enter the game healthy. However, tight end Dalton Kincaid had a rough Week 1 and is a sit candidate at $5,500. Instead, fantasy players should consider Jaylen Wright of the Dolphins as a sleeper. With a heavy workload likely due to injuries in the backfield, he might just surprise everyone.
Turning to Las Vegas Raiders vs. Baltimore Ravens, both teams come prepared, but keep an eye on Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is expected to play despite a minor injury. Running back Derrick Henry is this week’s start, with a favorable matchup against the Raiders’ shaky defense. On the flip side, Zamir White may not have a productive day against the Ravens, making him a player to leave on the bench.
Meanwhile, in another pivotal match, the Los Angeles Chargers are set to face the Carolina Panthers. J.K. Dobbins had a stellar debut and should be started as he goes up against a weak Panthers run defense. In contrast, the Panthers’ Diontae Johnson presents a sit option due to the offensive struggles seen in Week 1.
The weekend’s action doesn’t stop there, with the New Orleans Saints taking on the Dallas Cowboys. The Saints may have scored 47 points last week, but wide receiver Chris Olave didn’t shine and is a sit. Conversely, the Cowboys’ defense is a must-start following their strong display last week.
In a Division rivalry, weeks 1-2 find New York Giants and Washington Commanders at a crossroads with injury concerns on both sides. Jayden Daniels is set for a start as the likely quarterback for Washington, while the Giants are searching for any clues to correct their offensive woes.
Finally, the stage is set for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Denver Broncos. Najee Harris should be on fantasy rosters after a solid last week. Meanwhile, George Pickens might want to sit this one out due to a tough match-up against a strong corner in Patrick Surtain II.
This week promises plenty of action, and fantasy managers should be ready to make adjustments. Every choice can be the difference between victory and defeat. Whether it’s relying on established stars or taking a chance on rookie sleepers, careful planning is essential.
