Xavier Weaver highlighted Week 2 for the Cardinals with 1 catch for 17 yards and a 31-yard kick return, signaling a growing role as a gamble-worthy fantasy dart behind Kyler Murray. He flashed reliability in the short game and continued to show value on special teams, lifting his 53-man roster odds.

Shilo Sanders added two tackles but his Week 2 performance didn’t match the flash of Week 1, while LaJohntay Wester struggled after a strong debut, finishing with 0 catches on four targets and a fumble-related moment on punt return. Jimmy Horn Jr. posted a lone catch for 1 yard and a 6-yard rush, with Will Sheppard not recording a stat as the Packers rotated receivers. Injury dampened the Buffs alumni presence this week, as Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter sat out with injuries, keeping the spotlight focused on a small group of Buffs alums who are still pushing to carve real pro roles.

Dallas showcased a high-tempo preseason blend on offense and a relentless edge presence on defense in AT&T Stadium. Micah Parsons set the tone with elite burst off the edge and quick disruption, while Dallas’ QB rotation—Dak Prescott warming up and Joe Milton III later taking some snaps—kept the offense fluid without overexerting starters. Andrew Booth Jr. snagged a first-half interception for the DAL defense, signaling a strong skill-position impact around the ball.

The Ravens offered a mixed offensive showing, with Cooper Rush handing off and D’Ernest Johnson mixing in behind a rotating group, as Ravens receivers and backs worked through assignments. Brandon Aubrey delivered for Dallas on the kicking game, and Miles Sanders contributed in space, helping the unit sustain drives. Jonathan Mingo drew some targets, flashing upside in the short-to-intermediate game, while LaJohntay Wester and other receivers tested Cowboys’ corner depth.

From a fantasy tilt, Parsons remains an obvious dynasty staple, with preseason snaps hinting at continued pressure-creating upside. Milton III’s stint and Prescott’s return to game flow keep DAL quarterbacks in the mix for depth-heavy formats. Ravens back-end coverage plots could yield sleeper chances for Wester or similar pass-catchers as the unit settles its target tree. Cowboys’ kicking and Sanders’ space-creation also push late-round dart options in deeper DFS lineups.

Overall, the Dallas roster flashed realistic fantasy appeal in bursts: Parsons’ rush work, the QB rotation’s competency, and a few receivers stepping up in limited action. The Ravens showed spark in spurts, but DAL’s structural depth and athletic ceiling looked poised to carry through the rest of the exhibition slate.

Week 1 of the NFL preseason produced an impressive spark for Colorado Buffaloes alums, led by Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland. Sanders connected for two touchdowns on 14 of 23 attempts, signaling a poised early NFL transition with accuracy, pocket feel, and arm strength that fantasy managers watch closely. LaJohntay Wester electrified Baltimore with an 82-yard punt return touchdown and a 41-yard receiving night, underscoring his ceiling as a playmaker for a wide-receiver-needy Ravens squad. Travis Hunter and Jimmy Horn Jr. also saw meaningful time, flashing versatility and potential in new uniforms. Xavier Weaver added a red-zone highlight for Arizona, while Will Sheppard popped as a primary target in Green Bay’s opener with two catches. Shilo Sanders and BJ Green II contributed on defense and pass rush for their Jacksonville cohorts, rounding out a banner debut weekend for Buffs who could shape dynasty and best-ball rosters as the season unfolds.

Beyond the headline performances, Week 1 offered a broader view: Buffs in new schemes and crowded depth charts showed flashes that could translate to expanded roles as rosters trim and offenses settle in. The Browns leaned into Sanders’ accuracy and timing, the Ravens leaned on Wester’s speed in space, and the Jaguars leaned into Hunter’s two-way possibilities, even as the media pounced on the smaller sample sizes. Panthers and Cardinals investments in Horn Jr. and Weaver hinted at explosive potential in 2025, while the Packers and Titans mirrored the depth-building trend across the league. For fantasy managers, it’s about spotting the right week-to-week opportunities as these players integrate into NFL offenses.

Baltimore returned to practice after a spirited, sharp session two days after a preseason win over the Colts. Lamar Jackson showcased elite playmaking, while the passing attack continued to evolve with DeAndre Hopkins and Zay Flowers pairing for big plays in the red zone. Andrews and Kolar connected in back-to-back red-zone drives, underscoring a versatile tight end corps. Keaton Mitchell flashed breakaway speed with 68 rushing yards and a TD, and LaJohntay Wester delivered a punt-return TD and a couple of solid grabs, signaling intriguing depth at WR and special-teams impact. The defense forced a few turnovers, with Wiggins and Awuzie making plays, and Pagano back in a familiar coaching role. Baltimore heads toward Week 2 with Cowboys on the horizon and roster decisions looming, holding a clear path to step the execution up a notch as camp tightens.