Cleveland’s 0-2 start exposed a fragile balance: turnover-prone offense, unreliable special teams, and a defense that carried the burden but can’t do it alone. Flacco’s rough day, the offense’s lack of a vertical threat, and costly special-teams miscues allowed Baltimore to seize momentum. Judkins offered a glimpse of upside with 61 yards, but the unit needs more explosives. With Green Bay, Detroit, Minnesota and Pittsburgh looming, cleaner pocket play, steadier run blocking and improved field position are existential.

Seahawks rally past Pittsburgh 31-17 on the road, quieting Week 1 doubts as Seattle proves it can contend with playoff-caliber teams in 2025. Sam Darnold recovered from an early turnover to target Jaxon Smith-Njigba and lean on Kenneth Walker III, who piled up 105 rushing yards and a TD. The defense dominated, outgaining the Steelers 395-267 and smothering a capable attack, while holding the 49ers’ offense to 17 in Week 1. If Seattle cleanly refines its offense, the ceiling for fantasy rosters rises quickly.

Seattle’s Week 2 win over Pittsburgh spotlighted an unlikely fantasy breakout: Josh Jobe has emerged as a top corner, drawing Sherman’s praise as the best on the roster. Through two games he’s allowed eight yards on eight targets, with a PBU and an INT, and his 0.0 passer rating against signals a shutdown ceiling. With Woolen and Witherspoon under early-season pressure and Darnold not flawless, Seattle might push Jobe into a full-time role and reshape their CB depth for fantasy playoff upside.

Week 3 features Seattle hosting New Orleans as the Saints unveil white Color Rush helmets with matching uniforms at Lumen Field. Seattle, 1-1, hopes to build momentum at home after a win over Pittsburgh, while New Orleans seeks a fast start with its new look. Seattle hasn’t beaten the Saints in Seattle since 2021, and last season’s Giants upset adds urgency to avoid a repeat.

Week 3 kicks off with Bills hosting the Dolphins on Prime, Al Michaels the lead voice with Kirk Herbstreit and Kaylee Hartung. Chiefs visit the Giants in a SNF showcase, Lions head to Baltimore on MNF. A 15-game slate across FOX, CBS, NBC and ABC/ESPN follows, with full announcer crews for every matchup. This schedule helps fantasy managers map game timing, streaming windows, and late-swap opportunities across the weekend.