Cam Ward’s first two NFL starts have fans buzzing and fantasy managers taking notes. The No. 1 overall pick faced heavy Broncos pressure in Week 1 yet stayed composed, delivering accurate throws despite six sacks and late drops. Week 2 against the Rams, he escaped the rush for a TD to Elic Ayomanor and posted 175 yards with no interceptions, signaling a promising, if gradual, rookie ascent.

The real story is Ward’s pocket poise and progressions under duress, a rare early-season trait for a top pick. If protection and targets hold, his fantasy floor could be steadier than the box score suggests, and Ayomanor’s growing connection adds a viable weapon for Week-to-week lineups.