September 13, 2025
The Arizona Cardinals defense/special teams heads into another great streaming opportunity after they were able to start the season against the shaky offense of the New Orleans Saints. The issue is that the Cardinals' defense couldn't quite capitalize to deliver a strong fantasy outing. They didn't force any turnovers and registered just one sack, even though they allowed only 13 points. Now, they take on the Carolina Panthers, who didn't show much growth in their first game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. That should be a great opportunity for this unit, but until the Cardinals' defense shows they can force some turnovers, there will likely be safer options out there.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
The Denver Broncos' defense remains an elite fantasy option heading into Week 2. The unit, which finished as the No. 1 fantasy defense in 2024, dominated in its opener with a 20-12 win over Tennessee, racking up six sacks and two turnovers while finishing as the top-scoring D/ST of Week 1. This week, the Broncos face
Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts, who looked explosive in their opener against Miami's bottom-tier defense. History suggests Jones struggles under heavy pressure, and Denver's pass rush is among the league's best. If the Broncos bring consistent heat, turnovers should follow. The Broncos D/ST is a must-start in all fantasy formats for Week 2.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
September 13, 2025
New England Patriots running back
Rhamondre Stevenson is merely a volume-based FLEX play in deeper fantasy leagues ahead of Week 2 against the Miami Dolphins. Stevenson handled just seven carries and three targets in Week 1, producing just 27 scrimmage yards. He is expected to have a decreased role this week as the Patriots continue to incorporate Tre'Veyon Henderson more. Stevenson's fantasy value is slightly boosted, however, by a matchup against the Dolphins, who were arguably the NFL's worst team in Week 1. Miami allowed 112 rushing yards (3.7 YPC) to running backs last weekend, as well as a pair of rushing touchdowns to
Daniel Jones. Stevenson isn't going to see a whole lot of volume, but he could get some extra yardage if Miami's defense continues to get dismantled.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
Arizona Cardinals kicker
Chad Ryland put together a solid performance in Week 1 after scoring a total of eight points while going 2-for-3 in field goals. He knocked through a 42 and 50-yard field goal, but had a 46-yarder blocked in the fourth quarter. The Cardinals' offense should be able to move the ball down the field again in Week 2 as they take on the Carolina Panthers, who just gave up 26 points to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. This puts Ryland into the K1 category again, especially after registering a K10 finish in that first outing.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
Denver Broncos kicker
Wil Lutz was perfect in Week 1, converting all four of his attempts (two field goals, two extra points) in a 20-12 win over the Tennessee Titans. Despite the clean performance, Denver's offensive struggles capped his fantasy output, as he finished just 17th among kickers for the week. Lutz now faces the Indianapolis Colts in a matchup that could be low scoring after both teams' defensive units impressed in their openers. While Lutz entered the year ranked as a top-five option on some fantasy platforms, his Week 2 outlook carries more volatility. He should be viewed as a high-risk, high-reward streamer rather than a locked-in starter.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
September 13, 2025
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver
Darnell Mooney (shoulder) was a full participant in practice on Friday after being limited earlier in the week, and heads into Sunday night's matchup with the Vikings without an injury designation. The 27-year-old should slide back into his role as No. 2 receiver behind
Drake London (shoulder), who also practiced fully on Friday. Mooney owned a solid 21.3 percent target share last season with the same receiving corps, although much of that was with
Kirk Cousins under center. In the two games he played with
Michael Penix Jr. at the helm, Mooney's target share dropped to 17.7 percent. Going up against a tough run defense, the Falcons may prefer to attack Minnesota through the air, but with plenty of receiving options at their disposal and Mooney potentially getting eased back into action, the sixth-year pro should be viewed as a high-end WR4/Flex play in Week 2 with some slight upside in PPR formats.
--Jarod RuppSource: ESPN
September 13, 2025
Arizona Cardinals tight end
Trey McBride needs no introduction at this point. Last season, he was the second-most targeted tight end and saw the eighth most overall. In Week 1, he received another nine targets and caught six of them for 61 yards. The only area he's lacked in thus far in his career is finding the end zone. For fantasy purposes, that hasn't hindered his production, especially in PPR formats. According to RotoBaller's matchup ratings, McBride has the second-best rating against the Carolina Panthers among all tight ends. The only one above him would be
Brock Bowers if he ends up playing. It should go without saying that McBride should be in all lineups.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
Denver Broncos tight end
Evan Engram (calf) is expected to suit up for Week 2 against the Indianapolis Colts after leaving the opener with a calf contusion. Engram's usage before the injury was concerning, as he played just 44% of the snaps overall and was on the field for only 56% of Denver's passing plays.
Adam Trautman, the more experienced blocker, was featured more heavily in Sean Payton's game plan. The much-hyped "Joker role" for Engram in Payton's offense appears overstated based on Week 1 usage. While the Colts were vulnerable to tight ends in 2024, allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to the position, Engram's limited playing time keeps him off the fantasy radar for now.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
September 13, 2025
New England Patriots quarterback
Drake Maye has top-12 fantasy upside heading into Sunday's Week 2 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Maye was solid with 287 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception in the season opener last week, but he has the potential to take a bigger leap this weekend given the Dolphins' struggling defense. Miami was decimated by
Daniel Jones last weekend, as the Indianapolis Colts quarterback finished with 272 passing yards, 26 rushing yards, and three touchdowns. Even if Maye doesn't quite match Jones' stat line, there's still a strong chance he finishes as a QB1 this Sunday.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Miami Dolphins have not received any trade inquiries for wide receiver
Tyreek Hill and have shown no interest in moving their star playmaker. Hill is coming off a down 2024 season, posting his lowest per-game receiving numbers since his rookie year. Trade speculation intensified after Hill pulled himself from the Dolphins' Week 18 game last season, declaring, "I'm out!" Miami's Week 1 loss to the Colts only fueled rumors, but for now, a trade remains unlikely given Hill's contract and the team's stance. If the Dolphins continue to struggle, a deadline move could resurface as a topic of discussion, although the financial hurdles are significant. In fantasy, Hill profiles as a low-end WR2, while
Jaylen Waddle's fantasy stock will continue to drop as long as Hill remains in Miami.
--Nathan HarveySource: Adam Schefter - ESPN
September 13, 2025
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that Cleveland Browns rookie running back
Quinshon Judkins is expected to make his debut in Week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens. Judkins missed all of training camp due to off-field issues and a contract holdout before finally signing his rookie deal just before Week 1. He also met with the NFL this week regarding a potential suspension, but no discipline has been announced. With limited practice time and no preseason action, Judkins is likely to see a scaled-back role in his debut. Brown beat writers are anticipating around 10-12 rush attempts in Week 2. Facing a Baltimore defense that ranked among the league's best against the run in 2024, both Judkins and
Dylan Sampson are tough to trust in fantasy lineups this week. It may be best to take a wait-and-see approach.
--Nathan HarveySource: Jeremy Fowler - ESPN
September 13, 2025
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton stressed his comfort with using a two-back system, telling reporters Friday, "I think the moral of the story always is that I've had a lot of experience feeding two (backs)." Both
J.K. Dobbins and rookie
R.J. Harvey were involved in the Week 1 win over Tennessee, though Dobbins clearly led the way. Dobbins handled 16 carries for 63 yards while playing 53% of the snaps, compared to Harvey's 6 carries for 70 yards, which included a 50-yard burst in the fourth quarter, on just 29% of snaps. The usage indicates a strong lean toward Dobbins, who profiles as a mid-range RB3 in Week 2 against the Colts. Harvey remains more of a developmental stash than a fantasy starter.
--Nathan HarveySource: Zac Stevens - DNVR
September 13, 2025
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver
Zay Jones didn't play much of a part in the passing game during the Week 1 win over the New Orleans Saints. The 30-year-old caught his only target for four yards despite playing 47% of the snaps. When it comes to pecking order in the passing game, Jones was tied for sixth. Backup tight end
Elijah Higgins and
James Conner both saw more targets. So, even though their headed for a favorable matchup against the Carolina Panthers in Week 2, Jones can either remain on the waiver wire in average-sized leagues, or just be left on the bench.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
September 13, 2025
The Tennessee Titans' defense turned in a strong fantasy performance in Week 1, forcing four turnovers against the Denver Broncos while allowing 20 points to finish as the 10th-ranked D/ST. However, their Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams is far less favorable.
Matthew Stafford has thrown just one interception over his last 10 games, limiting turnover opportunities. On top of that, Tennessee struggled against the run in Week 1 and will be without 2024 second-round pick T'Vondre Sweat, leaving them vulnerable to the Rams' ground game. Despite the promising Week 1 showing, the Titans' D/ST is best left on the bench or the waiver wire this week.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
September 13, 2025
Tennessee Titans kicker
Joey Slye delivered a huge performance in Week 1, drilling all four of his field goal attempts in a 20-12 loss to the Denver Broncos. The seventh-year veteran, now on his sixth NFL team, accounted for every point the Titans scored. Slye finished with the second-most fantasy points among kickers in the opening week, despite the tough matchup against Denver's defense. In Week 2, the Titans host the Los Angeles Rams, who just allowed Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn to hit three field goals and finish as a top-five kicker in Week 1. While Slye wasn't on the fantasy radar entering the season, he's emerging as a viable streaming option you can trust this week.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
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