Week 2 amplifies the fantasy risk/reward dial. Burrow’s constant pressure underlines Cincinnati’s line woes and the risk of stacking Bengals. Green Bay’s defense has become a true fantasy anchor—elite in pressure, run defense, and coverage—with secondary playmakers driving points even without big turnover totals. Detroit’s offense exploded for 52 points and 511 yards, striking fear into defenses, while Kansas City’s offense looks off-kilter and vulnerable to a multi-faceted pass rush. The rookie QB cohort remains a work in progress, underscoring the value of timing, protection, and supportive playmakers.

Week 3 spotlights a primetime parade: Buffalo hosts Miami on Thursday as the lone double-digit spread (Bills -12.5). Sunday Night features New York against Kansas City, while Monday Night pits Baltimore against Detroit. A slate of marquee matchups—Patriots at Steelers, Eagles at Rams, Bears at Cowboys—gives fantasy managers a wealth of angles. The sportsbook scene is rich with promos from DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, FanDuel and Fanatics. SportsLine's model leans Steelers to cover Patriots, Chiefs to win at the Giants, and Ravens-Lions to go Over, underscoring high-scoring ceilings and key DFS targets like Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jared Goff.

Denver fell to No.16 in USA TODAY's NFL power rankings after Week 2, a 29-28 loss to Indianapolis, exposing offensive concerns as they head to Los Angeles to face the Chargers.

Bo Nix targets Troy Franklin as the primary weapon, and Franklin's rising production hints at a growing fantasy role for Denver's pass catchers.

Across the AFC West, Chargers No.6, Chiefs No.8, Raiders No.23; Eagles No.1 and Miami No.32 define the league. Week 3's Broncos-Chargers matchup will shape early-season fantasy decisions.

Chargers roll to 2-0 after shutting down the Raiders in Las Vegas, stifling Geno Smith and forcing three interceptions while keeping the end zone empty. A Week 3 date at home versus Denver could push LA to 3-0, starting a potentially historic run in a difficult early schedule. Across the media landscape, LA climbs in power rankings as Herbert plays at an MVP level and the defense tightens, even as the run game remains a work in progress.