Javonte Williams starred in Week 1, scoring two touchdowns in a Cowboys debut that also showcased a rough finish from Miles Sanders, whose big gain was dampened by a costly fumble. Williams averaged 3.6 yards per carry, while Sanders drew scrutiny for not converting a lengthy run to the end zone.

Seattle’s Kenneth Walker III is floated as the perfect backfield complement for Williams, a trade target framed as timely given Walker’s upcoming free year and Seattle’s depth behind Zach Charbonnet. The chatter centers on a potential fourth round pick as the price and the impact such a move would have on Week 2 fantasy projections.

Giants’ Week 2 starter remains unsettled after a tough opener, with Wilson under heavy pressure and Dart or Winston in the mix. Parsons’ trade buzz dominates Cowboys chatter as Dallas leans on a strengthened run game and an evolving front without its star pass rusher. Lamb’s day was solid but plagued by drops, Pickens flashed, Hurts kept Philly efficient, and Packers’ Kenny Clark’s impact adds a new layer to draft and lineup decisions. Week 2 pivots on QB usage, run balance, and a shifting defense that could swing fantasy value across receivers and backs.

Zack Baun’s late-effort tackle on Miles Sanders changed the game for the Eagles in a dramatic fashion. Baun hit a top speed of 20.68 mph in pursuit, beating Sanders to the spot at the 11-yard line and foiling a would-be Dallas go-ahead score. The sequence culminated five plays later with a Cowboys fumble, tipping the game Philly’s way. The moment underscored Baun’s relentless hustle, a hallmark that helped elevate him from special-teams role to All-Pro-caliber linebacker.

The night also highlighted Philadelphia’s defensive energy—Baun’s pursuit, Reed Blankenship’s praise, and a captain’s mindset fueling the unit despite some early miscues. The storylines tie into fantasy implications for IDP managers as Baun’s speed and willingness to chase the ball point to upside in upcoming matchups, especially in tackle-heavy formats. Hustle, it seems, can shift outcomes and metrics alike.

In short, Baun’s sprint-down became the defining highlight, reinforcing how a single play can redefine a season-long narrative for a defender and a fantasy folder alike.