Washington Commanders fell 27-18 to Green Bay as Packers’ defense overwhelmed Washington’s offense, while injury chaos at Lambeau Field strained a shallow depth chart. Deatrich Wise Jr. left in the second quarter with a leg injury that could end his season, a crippling blow to Washington’s edge-rushing and run defense. Austin Ekeler also suffered a non-contact calf/Achilles concern late, with Schefter reporting an Achilles tear as a real possibility. John Bates left with a groin injury; Noah Brown re-aggravated a knee/groin issue; Trey Amos exited with a shoulder issue, and Brandon Coleman also left with a shoulder injury before returning. The Patriots-like depth test for Washington will shape fantasy play moving forward, while Green Bay’s defense capped the night with pressure and disciplined coverage.

Packers’ defensive performance and the Commanders’ injury toll set the tone for the coming weeks, pushing fantasy managers to monitor Week 3 availability and potential replacements on both sides. Washington’s roster flexibility will be tested as they try to stabilize their defense and passing game, while Green Bay capitalized on the disruption with a disciplined, stout effort that solidified their position in a crowded NFC race.

Packers dominance in Week 2 left Washington 1-1 as Green Bay sprinted to a 27-18 win. Washington’s offense stalled early, Daniels under duress and the line struggles persisting on both sides. Injuries crippled the Commanders at multiple spots (Wise, Bates, Amos, Coleman, Jones, Noah Brown, Ekeler), signaling a need for immediate depth. Washington will lean on youth like Croskey-Merritt and Lane, while Green Bay’s efficient passing game hints at favorable fantasy links moving forward.

Fantasy implications tilt toward Packers’ pass-game upside and Washington’s unsettled depth chart. With Ekeler likely done and kickers a question mark, the focus tightens on who absorbs targets and carries. Washington’s shorthanded unit may test rookies soon, and Packers receivers could remain attractive streaming plays against upcoming foes that struggle to pressure Love.

Washington’s offense stalled in a 27-18 loss to Green Bay as Daniels endured relentless edge pressure from Parsons. Daniels went 24 of 42 for 200 yards with 17 rushing yards on seven carries, while the team totaled 251 yards and 15 first downs—their lowest yardage since he took over. Parsons logged eight pressures; Washington couldn’t run (51 yards) and two 50+ yard kicks by Gay missed opportunities. Ekeler left late with an Achilles injury; Bates, Noah Brown and Wise also exited with injuries.

The game underscored the September-like timing issues and exposed fragilities in protection and third-down efficiency, setting the stage for meaningful adjustments as Washington seeks cohesion and fantasy upside from Daniels, Samuel, and their playmakers in upcoming matchups.

Miami's kicking job is in flux after Jason Sanders' hip injury, forcing a quick look at replacements. Eddy Piñeiro, a Miami Sunset alum with Panthers pedigree, worked out, while other veterans like Austin Seibert, Matthew Wright, Ben Sauls, and John Parker Romo are under consideration as roster cuts loom.

Piñeiro carries an 88% career FG mark with strong 50-plus yard numbers, and Sanders had a 90.2% make rate in 2024. Miami must decide soon as it trims from 90 to 53, balancing fantasy upside at kicker with NFL depth.

The Washington Commanders have signed kicker Matt Gay to a one-year contract worth $4.25 million, which can increase to $5 million with incentives, marking the highest guaranteed amount for a kicker on a single-season deal.

After struggling with multiple kickers last season, including Cade York, Austin Seibert, Zane Gonzalez, and Greg Joseph, Gay's signing is a strategic move to resolve their kicking issues. Gay was previously a Pro Bowler but faced challenges with long-range kicks during his time with the Colts. However, his accuracy inside 50 yards has been remarkable, hitting 28 of 28 attempts last season, which aligns well with the Commanders' hopes for stability in their kicking game.