Vikings add Desmond Ridder to back up Carson Wentz after J.J. McCarthy’s injury, bolstering QB depth with an NFL-tested passer who can move when needed. Ridder’s arrival, coupled with Wentz as starter, signals a pragmatic plan to weather weeks without McCarthy while keeping an eye on upside if he gets on the field.

Fantasy-wise, expect Wentz to anchor the offense while Ridder offers a floor from rushing and a potential ceiling if he’s pressed into action. The move underscores Minnesota’s willingness to deploy a two-QB approach, leveraging Ridder’s mobility in designed plays and situational packages.

Detroit Lions roster moves ahead of Week 3 vs Baltimore reshape blocking and receiving depth. Shane Zylstra is out at least four games with an ankle injury after exiting the game with Chicago, prompting shifts at tight end and line. Monty Rice was released from the practice squad and Trystan Colon was added to the active roster to shore up the interior. Malik Cunningham and Ross Dwelley joined the practice squad, giving Detroit a versatile mix in two‑tight end packages and depth at wideout.

Dwelley’s background as a blocking TE with production in two‑TE looks, plus Colon’s upgrade on the line, could unlock modest fantasy upside for the Lions’ offense in limited Week 3 snaps. The looming question is how much Zylstra’s absence opens targets and where the early opportunities land beyond the immediate depth chart.

Falcons win Week 2 on SNF with a lockdown defense and a flawless kicking night from John Parker Romo, who went 6-for-6 and drilled a 54-yard late bomb to reclaim the lead. Atlanta’s offense stalled in the red zone, piling up 18 points through field goals while Bijan Robinson kept the fantasy floor stable. Michael Penix Jr. delivered a dud (135 passing yards, 0 TDs), tempering Week 2 hype. With a rebound-friendly matchup against Carolina, Romo becomes a top waiver target as the kicking game could drive several more wins for Atlanta.

New Orleans sits at 0-2 after two tight losses, with first-year play-caller Kellen Moore guiding a still-developing offense. Spencer Rattler has shown clear improvement, protecting the ball and giving the team a plausible path to wins, while Alvin Kamara has been the offense’s brightest asset, grinding out yards and highlighting week-to-week upside. The passing attack hasn’t clicked consistently yet, though Juwan Johnson has offered a spark. The defense has had sturdy moments but can’t close out games. They head to Seattle salivating at a break in the schedule with 15 games left to salvage the season.

Their upcoming matchup vs Seattle is a key test, as the Seahawks bring a different style that can reveal where New Orleans must grow in the passing game and in situational efficiency. With football life in the balance for fantasy managers, this is a pivotal week to gauge progress from Rattler and Kamara, and to watch how the defense handles Seattle’s pace and offense.

Division standings show Tampa Bay up 2-0, Atlanta 1-1, and Carolina 0-2, setting a challenging but navigable path for New Orleans with 15 games remaining to flip the narrative.