Seattle must rebound quickly after a Monday night loss to the Chargers and hit the road for Week 3 against Washington. Fantasy managers should watch Geno Smith’s health and decision making, the team’s red zone discipline, and how the offense balances quick throws with Kenneth Walker’s rushing touches. Expect a precise plan to minimize turnovers and exploit short-area windows.

Denver’s 29-28 loss to Indianapolis stings the defense and leaves the Broncos’ ceiling in question. Denver moved the ball for 324 yards and four touchdowns, yet costly late-game issues—two stalled drives inside the Indy 30, a missed Wil Lutz field goal, and a 15-yard Shrader penalty on a botched kick—decided the outcome. The defense, praised as the backbone in the offseason, allowed 473 yards and seven scoring drives, raising concerns about their ability to close out games. The Chargers loom in a pivotal divisional clash that could redefine the AFC West’s early season momentum.

Devin Bush has reinvented himself in Cleveland after a prove-it one-year deal to steady the LB room and replace the injured Owusu-Koramoah. Early 2025 shows him anchoring the unit, delivering solid tackle numbers, a sack, and steady on-field impact while rookie Schwesinger grows into a versatile pairing; a Browns defense surge hints at a true breakout year.

Jakobi Meyers remained the Raiders' focal point, leading the team in targets, yards and catches in a rough Monday night showing, as trade talks stalled. With the offense struggling, Meyers' role looks secure and fantasy managers should view him as a steady floor option with weekly upside. Geno Smith and Dont'e Thornton Jr. provided context in the aftermath, while Seattle's coaching dialogue on audibles underscored the high-variance nature of this game plan.

Patriots at Steelers on Sunday keys fantasy moves. Maye fueled New England’s comeback over Miami with two passing TDs and a rushing score, signaling a sustainable dual-threat path for fantasy squads. Rodgers struggled in Seattle, while Pittsburgh managed just 72 rushing yards, muting the Steelers’ ground game. Vegas lines sit tight at Steelers -1.5, total 44.5, with injury notes on Gonzalez and Highsmith nudging lineup decisions. Maye’s rushing upside and the Patriots’ evolving offense stand out for DFS and prop bets.