Buffalo aims to attack New York’s secondary with a precision-heavy passing attack, leveraging Josh Allen’s prime form and Joe Brady’s scheme to maximize yards-after-catch and red-zone efficiency. A fast, clean start in Week 2 would push the Bills to 2-0 and force the Jets into rare mistakes in a divisional bout.

The Bills’ defense seeks a repeat performance against a run-first, mobile offense, even with Ed Oliver sidelined by an ankle injury. Rookie T.J. Sanders steps into a bigger role as Buffalo pressures Zach Wilson and neutralizes the Jets’ ground game, while Buffalo fights for balance and control of pace to dictate the tempo at MetLife.

Key narratives center on Allen’s ability to exploit a vulnerable Jets secondary, the Bills’ offensive efficiency under Brady, and the defense’s capacity to replicate a plan that stifles a multi-faceted attack. If Buffalo can execute with discipline, convert in the red zone, and limit big plays, the Week 2 win can reinforce the AFC East message.

Week 2 fantasy decisions hinge on three receivers from New England and Buffalo. Boutte, nursing a shoulder, flashed big Week 1 numbers (103 yards on 6 catches) and logged Patriots’ top snap share, making him a tempting flex in shallower lineups but risk remains until health confirms. Diggs is trending toward fuller involvement as his knee heals, though Week 1 saw limited snaps. Shakir cemented a solid role in Buffalo as the slot, with 9 targets and a strong target-rate even when Bills spread the targets. Jets loom as a tough test for Shakir, while Baltimore offered a real-life test for the Bills. The Who Should I Start tool remains a useful resource for swapping in and out these WRs based on format and matchup.

In short, Boutte is a viable Week 2 flex if you’re shallow and need upside, Diggs is a buy-low corridor with risk baked in, and Shakir offers a helpful floor in deeper formats. The Week 2 script will be driven by health, game flow, and pass volume, and your lineup should reflect the likelihood of target redistribution as these players settle into their roles.

Key upshots: Boutte could lead as Patriots’ WR1 if aligned with Maye and healthy; Diggs’ eventual ramp should restore his target share; Shakir’s consistent slot role provides a reliable floor in larger leagues. Consider your bench depth and scoring format when deciding who to start.

Buffalo faces a short-week showdown in Week 2 at the Meadowlands, aiming to exploit New York’s cover on the boundary and corral Justin Fields’ rushing ability. The plan centers on attacking Brandon Stephens with route variety and motion to test the Jets’ depth, while keeping a tight lid on Fields’ legs. Ed Oliver’s absence heightens the challenge on defense, making disciplined gap control crucial as Buffalo seeks rhythm in a compressed schedule.

Two-on-two, the Bills must shift the passing game into gear and pressure the Jets with timely blitzes and smart containment. If Buffalo can establish a steady passing tempo and limit Fields’ scrambles, a road win becomes a realistic outcome despite the quick turnaround.

Miami's right side is in flux as Austin Jackson lands on IR and James Daniels joins him, forcing a reshaped O-line for at least four games. Borom steps in at right tackle with Kion Smith sliding to right guard; Strange, Brunskill or Lamm may inherit later opportunities. Waller remains in the lineup with a two-TE look, and Wilson Jr. plus Patterson get practice-squad elevations to stay ready. Cornell Armstrong moves up to fifth cornerback as Bonner sits, while Wright is doubtful and Waller stays active.

Depth and tempo become the x-factors: the Dolphins will lean on internal depth, situational protection schemes, and occasional run-game adjustments against a brutal early schedule (Patriots, Bills, Jets, Panthers). The earliest Jackson or Daniels could return is Week 6 vs Chargers, giving Miami a light at the end of the tunnel as Eichenberg works off PUP. Fantasy angles hinge on who seizes the opportunistic reps along the line and how the TE and RB options are deployed in the shift.