Lions stare down a quick turnaround in Detroit after a tough opener, with questions about their interior line and play calling without Ben Johnson. Jameson Williams and Sam LaPorta couldn’t unlock the long routes, and Jared Goff was left with limited time to throw deep. Caleb Williams emerges only as a reference point in the broader QB chatter, not as a target for this week’s NFL action.

Jacksonville’s offense shifts with Liam Cohen, elevating Travis Etienne and Trevor Lawrence as they eye a 2-0 start. The run game and play design echo Cohen’s Tampa Bay influence, while Tank Bigsby could carve out a bigger role. Across the league, Browns’ grind and Bengals’ Week 1 stumbles frame the weekend’s betting angles, with Patriots-Dolphins and Bills-Jets drawing sharp attention on lines and props.

Meanwhile, the Bills look like the league’s top team with potential for a letdown in Week 2, and the Patriots show spark but need more from their receivers. The Davis-era chatter around Lions complicates fantasy priorities, while Lions’ defense and depth options remain under the microscope as Week 2 approaches.

Caleb Chesaw maps a rare switch from basketball to football, detailing LSU captaincy, wearing 18 and 44, and the edge‑rushing role he aims to own with the Patriots. Leadership, versatility, and scheme fit shape a path built for a multi‑facet defender in New England.

Off the field, Chesaw backs the Touch Soul Foundation with footwear‑driven outreach and Thanksgiving/Christmas events, underscoring a brand built on giving back. A big, adaptable Patriots season is anticipated as he anchors leadership and production on defense.

Mac Jones steps in for Brock Purdy as SF navigates a patchwork line, and fantasy managers will chase efficiency from SF’s skill players with a thinner supporting cast. Seattle’s run-first approach squarely tests Pittsburgh’s aging front, a game that could lift or sink value across the Seahawks backfield and JSN.

The Week 2 slate features Eagles-Chiefs, with lofty ceilings on both sides, plus Texans-Buccaneers and Bears-Lions as value-rich chances for breakout games. Hail Marys crown the picks, notably Jaguars over Cincinnati and Minnesota over Atlanta for bold Week 2 outcomes.

Week 2 pits New England against Miami in a pivotal AFC East matchup. Drake Maye’s early-season pace has coaches aiming to simplify reads and quell the rookie’s rush. The Dolphins’ front seven must pressure him while the Patriots lean on quicker, higher-percentage throws. Miami’s offense faces pressure to rebound after a rough opener, with Hill and Waddle needing to harness downfield looks and Achane providing spark from the backfield.

Miami’s Week 1 loss sparked questions about Tua, Tyreek Hill, and the off-field narrative around Hill; the attached analysis stresses getting back to a fast-ball approach and cleaner ball security. On the other sideline, New England’s staff emphasizes process over quick fixes, hoping Maye settles in and distributes to open targets. The game could hinge on game-planning tempo, line protection, and which unit can impose its preferred rhythm.

Injury/line-watch updates hint at Keon Smith stepping in at right guard and Larry Borom at right tackle for the Dolphins, with Christian Gonzalez listed for test status. The pod also highlights Terrell Williams’ absence in Miami and the broader culture dynamics around accountability. Fantasy players should value clean looks, targeted use of the top receivers, and any edge generated by the front seven in a tight, high-leverage matchup.