Rams host Eagles in a high-stakes playoff rematch, powered by Stafford’s accuracy and Puka Nacua’s breakout as the offense gains a timely edge. LA’s improved protection keeps the ceiling high and gives fantasy managers a reason to chase a big day from Stafford and his rising target.

From the power-rankings lens, Los Angeles sits as a rising NFC contender, while Philadelphia remains a top-tier test. A Rams win could tilt the NFC narrative and push LA further into the elite, making complementary football on both sides of the ball essential for success.

The Steelers head to Foxborough for Week 3 against the Patriots after a 17-31 setback to Seattle, aiming to rebound. The CBS Early map shows the blue Steelers–Patriots broadcast dominating the Northeast and Pittsburgh markets, with nonlocal viewers steered to YouTube TV’s Sunday Ticket. Stay tuned for the Steelers’ injury updates as the week unfolds to gauge Week 3 fantasy angles and lineup implications.

Week 3 on Thursday Night Football surfaces with a Miami Dolphins plan without Darren Waller, who is chasing a late NFL comeback but sidelined by a hip injury after a trade from the Giants. Waller missed practice and is listed as out, forcing Miami to lean on other targets as Bills-weak defense pressure grows. Fantasy managers should watch for his return timeline and opponent-adjusted plays, while the offense adapts around Hill, Waddle, and in-two-TE looks as the weeks unfold.

Beyond Waller, the NFL news cycle spins through Patrick Mahomes’ rushing milestone, Derrick Henry’s high school stats, and Tom Brady’s controversy, painting a broader canvas of players and pivots shaping weekly fantasy and betting decisions. The blend of injury news, comeback stories, and historical moments primes rosters for strategic week-to-week moves.

Denver's Week 3 prep centers on health as three big free‑agent signings enter a pivotal moment: Dre Greenlaw and Evan Engram miss practice with injuries, while Talanoha Hufanga is limited by a chest issue. The Broncos head to SoFi to face the Los Angeles Chargers, testing depth and game plan as Engram's back/calf saga and Greenlaw's delayed debut loom over the offense and defense. Adkins could rise if Engram is sidelined, adding a blocking presence for Bo Nix and the run game. Rest days and the final injury report will shape Week 3 availability.

Engram’s calf injury carried over from the opener, and his 500th career catch remains a glimmer of late-season upside for a unit that has struggled for consistency. Sutton’s rhythm has been uneven, while Adkins’ full practice return offers a potential path to more blocking and short-yardage snaps. The Chargers game becomes a test of Broncos’ depth and the coaching staff’s willingness to lean on youth and rest days to reset for Week 3.