DaRon Bland's stint on the shelf tests Dallas's secondary, coming as Week 2 pits the Cowboys against Malik Nabers. Week 1’s shutdown of A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith showed the unit's ceiling, but depth is now under the microscope. Dallas elevates Zion Childress and Robert Rochell and brings Ryan Flournoy back, signaling a rotation-heavy approach. Expect Nabers to draw a primary ghost of targets, while the revamped depth will shape DFS and fantasy lineups.

Sunday's Chiefs-Eagles clash doubles as a tactical chess match. Barkley seeks a rebound after a down 2024 and a tough Super Bowl, while Spagnuolo's defense stacks the box to slow him again. Philadelphia counters with Hurts's rushing threat and a weapon-rich offense that keeps defenses guessing. KC aims to tighten gaps and finish a rebound against a loaded, high-octane unit.

From a fantasy angle, Barkley’s workload and Philly’s pace loom large. If KC invites volume, Barkley could post usable numbers; Hurts' rushing floor adds a reliable weekly anchor. The winner may hinge on a few decisive drives where run-game and quarterback mobility collide, shaping rosters and bets for the slate.