Broncos defense dominates Week 1 as Talanoa Hufanga proves to be a game changer in his Broncos debut, piling up 11 tackles and wrecking plays from depth. Vance Joseph touts the range and versatility of Hufanga paired with Brandon Jones, creating a sturdy back end that shines on third downs and minimizes explosives. The upcoming test vs Daniel Jones and the Colts with Tyler Warren in the mix will elevate the defensive chess match, while Bo Nix gets more time to find his rhythm.

Week 2 waiver targets spotlight high-upside handcuffs and emerging No. 2 WRs. DJ Giddens and Kyle Monangai back up workhorses behind Taylor and Swift, with Kendre Miller and Devin Neal in Saints relief roles behind Kamara. Calvin Austin III and Troy Franklin rise as WR depth for Pittsburgh and Denver; Isaiah Likely offers TE upside in Baltimore. Jaxson Dart looms for two-QB formats; Mason Taylor and Ja'Tavion Sanders provide late-round exposure, while Marvin Mims Jr. and Courtland Sutton shape Denver’s WR mix.

Colts' Week 2 depth chart faces a reshuffle with Charvarius Ward out and Jaylon Jones sidelined, testing the secondary against Denver. Kenny Moore II returns, while Mekhi Blackmon, Jonathan Edwards, and Xavien Howard join the corner rotation; Laiatu Latu may be limited by a hamstring. A Week 1 defensive masterclass by Lou Anarumo looms as Indianapolis aims to repeat, but fantasy managers must gauge CB usage and Broncos passing attack dynamics.

Patriots fans want TreVeyon Henderson to touch the ball more after Week 1. Henderson had 5 carries for 27 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson logged limited work. McDaniels and Vrabel both advocate a bigger backfield role, and Week 2 vs. the Dolphins could be a turning point to lean on Henderson and the run game, especially with Colts' recent heavy rushing output against Miami providing a blueprint.

Week 1 shaky at QB across the league, but Week 2 power rankings roll out the best bets and breakout candidates. Top of the list, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes showcase elite ceiling, while Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson look to sustain dynamic starts. The rankings flag risk-laden spots (e.g., Stroud, Williams, Murray) and highlight confident sellers or hold candidates. The piece also notes that Week 1’s overreactions were premature and encourages targeting favorable matchups and contending offenses early in the season.