Calvin Austin flashed Week 1 as Pittsburgh’s clear WR2, snagging 4 of 6 targets for 70 yards and a TD. Week 2 pits the Steelers against Seattle’s stout secondary, and Pittsburgh’s plan to lean on defense and the run could cap passing volume. With the 39.5-point total, Austin’s Week 2 fantasy ceiling appears limited, making him a shaky start in most leagues and a better hold in deeper formats where upside might still exist.

Sept. 14 Chicago sports history reads like a compact fantasy briefing. The Cubs’ 1902 double-play trio of Joe Tinker, Johnny Evers and Frank Chance set an early defense benchmark, a reminder that elite infield coordination can anchor pitching and bullpen plans in historical contexts.

In modern value terms, Walter Payton’s 1986 milestones (100th rushing TD and 15,000 yards) highlight peak workload cues for fantasy backs, while the 1994 MLB strike reshaped playoff windows and player timing. Carlton Fisk’s No. 72 retirement with the White Sox adds a dynasty-era touchstone for keeper decisions and legacy influence.