Week 3 fantasy RB watch shows a handful of breakout opportunities shaped by snap counts and red-zone chances. Cam Skattebo surged for the Giants, Bhayshul Tuten vaulted into Jaguars’ backfield buzz as a clear handcuff, Blake Corum stabilizes as a high-efficiency Rams change-of-pace, and Kyle Monangai flashed as a potential Bears option behind Swift. Omarion Hampton and TreVeyon Henderson appear on downturns lists for Chargers and Patriots, respectively, signaling caution in shallow leagues.

Saints fans eye Garrett Nussmeier as a potential No. 1 in the 2026 draft, per Justin Melo of The Draft Network. Melo calls him pro-ready with NFL-caliber poise and accuracy, noting his ability to diagnose protections at the line. Yet early 2025 results have him trending behind historic LSU QBs in some metrics, so the path to the top pick remains uncertain. The debate blends talent, development, and organizational timing as mock drafts shift and fan chatter intensifies.

Akers returns to Minnesota on a new deal, stepping in as the Vikings’ presumed RB2 behind Jordan Mason after Aaron Jones’ hamstring injury. With Ty Chandler on IR and limited depth behind Mason, Akers provides a veteran, dual-threat option. Last season he tallied 67 carries for 297 yards with 10 receptions for 52 yards, plus 2 rushing TDs, while 2023 produced 38 carries for 138 yards, 1 TD, and 11 receptions for 70 yards. Depth is thin, making Akers a timely fantasy fit.

Brandon Aubrey drilled a 64-yard FG to send the Week 2 Cowboys-Giants game to OT, then nailed a 46-yard winner in overtime, lifting Dallas 40-37. Dak Prescott tossed 361 yards and CeeDee Lamb logged 112 receiving yards. Dallas, underdogs vs the 0-2 Bears in Week 3, features in a SportsLine NFC East parlay that pays +644, while the model also backs Eagles-Rams and Giants-Chiefs under plays. The model boasts a long-running, high-ROI track record on top picks.