Fantasy Heroes for Week 2

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GOFF, JARED Goff can usually be counted on for at least one major spike performance each campaign, and such an instance came early this season. The veteran signal-caller was nearly perfect while finishing with 156.0 QB rating, and he spread the ball around to eight different targets overall. Goff's scoring strikes went to Brock Wright (eight yards), Amon-Ra St. Brown (four, eight and four yards) and Jameson Williams (44 yards), helping the Lions' offense atone in spectacular fashion for its sleepy Week 1 performance against the Packers. Putting together a comparable encore could prove challenging, however, as the Lions travel to Baltimore to face the Ravens in a Week 3 showdown on Monday night, Sept. 22.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 24.37 33.96 28.24

WILSON, RUSSELL The 36-year-old quarterback nearly set a new career high in passing yards at 454, but his final completion of the day went for minus-four yards to Devin Singletary. Wilson's lone turnover then came on his next pass attempt, leading to Brandon Aubrey's game-winning field goal in OT. Most of his volume went to Malik Nabers (9-167-2 on 13 targets) and Wan'Dale Robinson (8-142-1 on 10 targets), as Wilson quickly erased memories of his rough Week 1 debut with the Giants, although the final result was the same. 2025 first-round pick Jaxson Dart was under center for a few snaps but didn't attempt a pass, and the veteran's massive numbers likely bought him a little more job security, although a transition to the rookie stills seems inevitable at some point this season. Wilson will face what should be a much tougher test in Week 3 against Kansas City.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.59 30.3 58.45

Maye, Drake Maye tossed first-quarter touchdown passes of eight yards to Mack Hollins and 16 yards to Kayshon Boutte, then ran in a six-yard touchdown in the third quarter. The 2024 third overall pick has demonstrated consistent playmaking ability with his legs, reaching 30 rushing yards in seven of his first 14 NFL starts. This was only his fifth game with multiple touchdown passes, but Maye tied his career best in completion percentage Sunday, suggesting he's improving as a passer heading into a Week 3 home game against the Steelers, who have surprisingly allowed 31.5 points per game this season.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 16.78 26.3 36.2

Jackson, Lamar A Browns defense that has traditionally given Jackson some trouble wasn't able to quite contain him as it had in the past, particularly during a second half in which Baltimore's offense compiled 24 points overall. Jackson contributed directly to 21 of those points with touchdown passes of two and 24 yards to Devontez Walker and a 23-yard scoring strike to DeAndre Hopkins. That trio of TD tosses was preceded by a 15-yard connection with Tylan Wallace in the second quarter, giving Jackson his first tally of at least three scoring passes since Week 15 of last season. Jackson has opened 2025 with a 6:0 TD:INT and next faces a Lions team coming off a rout of the Bears in a Week 3 interconference home showdown on Monday night, Sept. 22.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 23.43 26.3 10.91

Jones, Mac The three passing TDs tied the former Patriot's career high, as Jones connected with Luke Farrell in the first quarter, Christian McCaffrey in the second and Jauan Jennings in the fourth. With Brock Purdy (toe/shoulder) expected to miss multiple games, Jones could get a chance to grow comfortable at the helm of the 49ers' offense, although he'll be without the services of George Kittle (hamstring) and Brandon Aiyuk (knee). Assuming Purdy doesn't make a rapid recovery, Jones will look to carry his momentum into a Week 3 matchup against the Cardinals.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 16.35 23.76 31.19

Young, Bryce Young was looking like he was headed toward another dreadful performance in a one-sided loss when the Panthers went into the break down 20-3. The young signal-caller flipped the script in the second half, firing off three touchdown passes on consecutive drives to make this a nail-biter. While his team still fell short in the end, Young reignited hope in fantasy managers with his stellar play to close out this contest. The top overall pick in the 2023 draft will be looking to ride the momentum from this outing into next Sunday's tilt against the Falcons.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 14.48 23.32 37.91

Jones, Daniel Jones proved his Week 1 performance against Miami was no fluke, as he completed three passes of more than 40 yards while averaging 9.4 yards per attempt. He effectively targeted all of his pass catchers, though Tyler Warren looks to be his favorite of the group. Jones also picked up his third rushing touchdown of the season after falling into the end zone on the second of two consecutive quarterback sneaks at the goal line. Jones has had a strong start to his time with the Colts, as he now has five total touchdowns with no turnovers while averaging 9.3 yards per attempt across two games.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 6.5 22.84 71.54

PRESCOTT, DAK It was Prescott's highest yardage total since Week 3 of last season, when he fired up 379 yards in a loss to the Ravens. The veteran QB rebounded in a big way from a quiet Week 1 effort, but the Cowboys' defensive issues may require him to continue putting the ball in the air a lot more often than expected. Prescott could be poised for another big performance in Week 3 against a Bears defense that just got torched for five passing TDs by Jared Goff and the Lions.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 18.08 22.14 18.34

MAHOMES, PATRICK Mahomes and the Chiefs dropped to 0-2 on the year after suffering a loss at the hands of the team that embarrassed them in Super Bowl LIX last season. The final score was much closer this time around, but Philadelphia's defense held the superstar QB in check statistically. Mahomes continues to spread the ball around with top wideouts Rashee Rice (suspension) and Xavier Worthy (shoulder) out of action, dialing up nine different targets Sunday after completing passes to seven different receivers in last week's loss. Mahomes is going to continue to have to do the heavy lifting for Kansas City's offense ahead of a Week 3 matchup against the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 18.24 22.08 17.39

Rattler, Spencer The second-year quarterback kept the Saints in the game with TD tosses Juwan Johnson in the second quarter, Rashid Shaheed in the third and Devaughn Vele in the fourth, but Rattler's attempt at a game-winning drive in the final three minutes stalled out around midfield. The three scores were a career high for the QB, who tossed only four in seven games as a rookie. Perhaps more impressive is the fact he's gone two straight starts without committing a turnover to begin 2025. Rattler will try to get his team into the win column in Week 3 against the Seahawks.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 10.11 21.68 53.37

Taylor, Jonathan Taylor delivered a key run of 68 yards early in the fourth quarter to set up a field goal for the Colts while also accounting for the team's longest play from scrimmage. He was efficient on the ground beyond that single carry, logging a pair of both 10 and nine-yard gains. Taylor also got involved as a pass catcher, taking a swing pass for 43 yards late in the first quarter before catching a touchdown on a similar play from seven yards away one quarter later. It was an excellent performance all around and marked the sixth time in Taylor's career that he's topped 200 yards from scrimmage.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.67 27.5 53.93

Cook, James Cook once again operated as the clear lead back, as Ray Davis and Ty Johnson combined for just 30 scrimmage yards, with most of the backups' opportunities coming after the game was well in hand. Buffalo capitalized on a drive-extending roughing the passer penalty to open the scoring with a one-yard Cook rushing touchdown, and he added a 44-yard touchdown run in the second quarter to extend the lead to 20-0. Cook's versatile skill set allows him to stay heavily involved regardless of game script, and he has three total touchdowns heading into Thursday's Week 3 home game against the 0-2 Dolphins after racking up 18 scrimmage TDs in the 2024 regular season.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 13.93 25.5 45.37

Williams, Javonte After scoring two TDs in a Week 1 loss to the Eagles, Williams churned out another big performance in his second game as a Cowboy, highlighted by a 30-yard run in the third quarter for his third score of the season. The veteran back did benefit from some missed tackles by Giants defenders, but he also showed impressive power, and he continues to solidify his hold on the top job in the Dallas backfield. In Week 3, Williams will take aim at a Bears defense that just got gashed for a combined 151 rushing yards and two touchdowns by the Lions duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 10.91 19 42.58

Achane, De'Von The Dolphins were already down 12-0 at the end of one quarter, which immediately put Achane in catch-up mode when it came to consistent rushing opportunities. As his final line indicates, those remained relatively sparse overall, but game script did work in his favor when it came to his pass-catching role. Achane finished as the Dolphins' leader in both receptions and targets, while finishing second to only Tyreek Hill in receiving yards. Achane also went in for his second receiving touchdown in as many games to open the season when he recorded an impressive 29-yard grab late in the first half, and he'll be slated for a key two-way role again during what is already essentially a must-win scenario for the Dolphins in a Week 3 Thursday night road matchup against the Bills.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 15.48 18.2 14.95

Walker III, Kenneth Walker was far more effective than Zach Charbonnet, who had just 10 rushing yards on 15 carries. The former put an exclamation point on the win by breaking free for a 19-yard touchdown run with 3:41 left in the fourth quarter. Walker had just 24 scrimmage yards and was outplayed by Charbonnet in Seattle's Week 1 loss to the 49ers, so they will likely continue to operate in a timeshare in Week 3 against the Saints, though the workload distribution could start to tilt in Walker's favor after his strong Week 2 performance.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.74 17.8 73.37

Robinson, Bijan Robinson got off to a quick start to the game, with his first two carries combining to go for 42 yards. He chipped in additional long gains of 18 and 11 yards in the third quarter to ultimately average 6.5 yards per attempt. The only thing missing from Robinson's performance was a trip to the end zone, as Tyler Allgeier instead got that opportunity late in the third quarter. Robinson topped 100 yards from scrimmage for the second consecutive game and rebounded on the ground after gaining only 24 yards as a rusher in Week 1.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 14.27 16.8 15.06

McCaffrey, Christian McCaffrey displayed his typical versatility, and the calf injury that popped up prior to the the opener doesn't appear to be slowing him down. McCaffrey was always going to be a big part of the San Francisco offense, but with several starters sidelined with injurues, he should remain particulalry busy in the coming weeks.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 16.41 16.7 1.74

Gibbs, Jahmyr Although Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown mostly stole the show in Detroit's jaw-dropping offensive breakout, Gibbs rather quietly put together a fruitful fantasy performance. The dynamic back outpaced David Montgomery by one carry and 37 rushing yards, with Gibbs' game-long 42-yard scamper the big difference between the two backfield mates. Gibbs also recorded his first rushing touchdown of the season on a six-yard run in the first quarter, which served to round out his production on a day where he was limited to a mid-level workload. Gibbs will look to navigate a particularly challenging matchup when the Lions travel to Baltimore to face the Ravens in a Week 3 Monday night showdown on Sept. 22.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 16.66 16.4 -1.59

Barkley, Saquon Barkley handled his usual workload, and he has found the end zone in each of the first two games. He actually hasn't been overly efficient thus far, but Barkley will break his share of big runs at some point. It is business as usual for one of the league's best backs.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 15.05 15.4 2.27

Etienne Jr., Travis Etienne went a long way toward proving his breakout Week 1 performance was no fluke, as he averaged 5.1 yards per carry while comfortably pacing the Jaguars in rush attempts and rushing yards. The versatile veteran also made his mark as a receiver via an 11-yard touchdown catch with just over four minutes remaining in the third quarter, his first score of any kind in the new season. With ex-backfield mate Tank Bigsby now in Philadelphia, Etienne looks entrenched as the clear-cut No. 1 back in head coach Liam Coen's productive offense going into a Week 3 home divisional matchup against the Texans next Sunday.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 9.4 14.9 36.91

St. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown comfortably led the Lions in receptions and targets while edging Jameson Williams for the top spot in receiving yards as well. While his speedy teammate got that runner-up spot largely via a 64-yard chunk play, St. Brown chipped away at the Bears secondary throughout the afternoon with short and medium gains, including touchdown grabs of four, eight and four yards. The two-time All-Pro's breakout performance was a welcome departure from his modest 4-45-0 receiving line Week 1 against Green Bay, and St. Brown's contributions figure to be critical again when the Lions tackle the unenviable task of a road trip to Baltimore for a Week 3 Monday night showdown with the Ravens on Sept. 22.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 10.97 30.2 63.68

Nabers, Malik Russell Wilson turned back the clock with a performance reminiscent of his best days in Seattle, and Nabers was his main target, catching a 29-yard TD in the second quarter and a 48-yard score with just 25 seconds left in the fourth that appeared to have won the game for the Giants before Brandon Aubrey booted a ridiculous 64-yard field goal as time expired to send it to OT. Nabers has seen 25 targets through two games from Wilson, turning that volume into a 14-238-2 line, but he may not face a secondary as weak as Dallas' current unit for the rest of the season. The sixth overall pick in the 2024 Draft will look to prove he's matchup-proof in Week 3 against Kansas City.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.65 29.7 57.41

Odunze, Rome Odunze, in conjunction with Caleb Williams, single-handedly kept the Bears competitive in the first quarter, recording 28- and six-yard touchdown grabs in the first and second quarter, respectively. Odunze easily led the Bears in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon, and although his career-best day was sullied by the sizable loss, it was certainly encouraging to see the emphasis on getting the second-year wideout involved in Ben Johnson's offense. Odunze next takes aim at a Cowboys secondary that allowed 450 passing yards and three touchdowns to the Giants' Russell Wilson, as Dallas comes into the Windy City for a Week 3 showdown next Sunday.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.04 24.8 67.58

Chase, Ja'Marr Chase struggled in Week 1 against the Browns along with the rest of the Bengals' offense. However, he bounced back in a big way in Week 2, doubling up Tee Higgins in targets while accounting for over half of the team's yards through the air. His touchdown came from four yards away early in the first quarter, and he then tacked on receptions of 25, 16, 14 and 13 yards. Even more impressive was that the majority of Chase's production came with Jake Browning under center after Joe Burrow departed in the second quarter with an apparent toe injury. If Burrow is sidelined for an extended period, Chase's production would likely dip, but his talent and role will keep him locked in as a top option at wide receiver.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 15.67 23.5 33.32

Robinson, Wan'Dale During a wild seesaw affair in which Russell Wilson threw for 450 yards, Robinson set a new career high that shattered his previous best of 100 yards, which he recorded in Week 11 of his rookie season in 2022. The possession receiver has had a strong start to the current campaign, posting a 14-197-1 line on 18 targets, and if the Giants fall behind early he could be busy again in Week 3 against Kansas City.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 6.11 20.2 69.75

Nacua, Puka Nacua made an impact in both conventional and unconventional fashion in Sunday's win. He kicked things off with a 45-yard rushing score early in the first quarter on an end around. Nacua then went on to add long receptions of 24 and 22 yards to cap off an excellent all-around fantasy performance. Through two games, he has 266 yards from scrimmage and 18 receptions.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.03 19.6 38.62

Renfrow, Hunter The veteran wideout logged 42 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss, ranking third amongst Carolina receivers behind Tetairoa McMillan (53) and Xavier Legette (50). Although Bryce Young was forced to throw 35 times due to Carolina's 20-point fourth-quarter deficit, Renfrow still finished third on the team in targets, which could be a promising sign for his role in this offense. He's expected to continue serving as the Panthers' No. 3 wide receiver as the team travels to Arizona in Week 2.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 2.7 16.8 83.93

Williams, Jameson Williams was on his way to a second consecutive lackluster game to open the season before he turned on the jets for a 44-yard touchdown reception just past the halfway point of the third quarter. Williams saw his Week 1 catch total cut in half, but his yardage got an 85-yard boost and vaulted him to his first 100-yard effort since Week 16 of last season. Williams will try to break through against the Ravens' secondary in a Week 3 road matchup in Baltimore on Monday night, Sept. 22.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.97 16.8 46.61

ADAMS, DAVANTE Adams led the Rams' pass catchers in targets and receiving yards, thanks in large part to long catches of 33 and 26 yards. He also recorded his first touchdown as a Ram on a 16-yard connection in the back corner of the end zone midway through the fourth quarter. Adams showed strong rapport with Matthew Stafford, which should bode well for his production moving forward, though he and the Rams will face a tough matchup against the Eagles in Week 3.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 3.46 16.6 79.16

Franklin, Troy Franklin looks to be breaking out in his second season as a pro, as he set career-best marks in targets, receptions and yards in Sunday's loss. He flipped the field early in the second quarter with a 42-yard gain on a catch deep down the right sideline and capped the same drive with a three-yard touchdown reception. Franklin outperformed Courtland Sutton in the contest, and while that may not continue, he appears to be Bo Nix's second-favorite target ahead of Marvin Mims and Evan Engram.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.06 16 68.38

Kraft, Tucker Kraft led Packers pass catchers across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets while authoring his first career 100-yard game, and Jayden Reed's first-quarter exit with a shoulder injury undoubtedly created some extra opportunity. The third-year tight end also had a game-high 57-yard reception on the third play of Green Bay's second drive of the night, and he struck for his second touchdown in as many games via an eight-yard scoring grab with just under nine minutes remaining in the contest. Kraft displayed plenty of field-stretching ability during a breakout 2024 season as well, so he'll remain a highly appealing play in all formats in a Week 3 road matchup against the Browns on Sunday, Sept. 21.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 6.37 18.4 65.38

ERTZ, ZACH Ertz set the pace in receiving yards for the Commanders while finishing as the runner-up in receptions and also tying for second in targets. The veteran tight end also recorded his second TD of the season on an impressive 20-yard catch-and-run early in the fourth quarter, making it an all-around rewarding fantasy performance despite the disappointing team outcome. With 13 target through two games, Ertz looks to be just as in sync with Jayden Daniels as he was in the latter's rookie 2024 campaign, and the duo next will turn their sights to the Raiders defense in a Week 3 home matchup on Sunday, Sept. 21.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 11.86 12.4 4.35

Johnson, Juwan For the second straight game Johnson saw impressive volume, finishing second on the Saints in targets behind Chris Olave's 10, and this time the tight end was able to turn one of them into a score as he caught an 18-yard strike from Spencer Rattler inside the final two minutes of the first half. Johnson saw only 66 targets in 17 regular-season games in 2024, but he's already gotten 21 in the first two games of the current campaign, leading to a 13-125-1 line. He could be headed for another big effort in Week 3 against a Seahawks defense that gave up two TDs to San Francisco TEs -- George Kittle (hamstring) and Jake Tonges -- in its opener before allowing a combined 7-58-0 line on eight targets to Steelers tight ends Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth in Week 2.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.6 10.9 -15.6

Barner, AJ The second-year tight end caught a seven-yard touchdown on the Seahawks' first drive of the second half. Barner continues to handle a massive workload, as he logged an 89 percent snap share in Week 2 compared to rookie tight end Elijah Arroyo's 39 percent mark. Still, that has translated to just six targets through two weeks for Barner. The Michigan product wasn't known for his pass-catching abilities in college, but we should continue to see high snap counts due to his run-blocking acumen.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 2.78 9.3 70.11

Wright, Brock Despite playing 24 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss, Wright went without a target. The 26-year-old ranked second on Detroit in snaps from tight ends, behind only Sam LaPorta (61), suggesting that he's still the team's top backup option. Wright is primarily utilized as a blocker rather than a receiving threat, and he's expected to play behind LaPorta again in a Week 2 matchup with the Bears.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.46 8.8 83.41

Warren, Tyler The Colts, notorious for their scant tight-end usage over the last several seasons, wasted no time getting Warren involved in his first taste of NFL regular-season action. The rookie first-round pick was targeted on three of the first five plays from scrimmage, converting those opportunities into gains of 14, eight and 21 yards. While Warren's pace would naturally slow over the rest of the game, he still finished with team-high reception and target totals while also recording the second-most receiving yards on the afternoon for Indianapolis. It's clear involving Warren will be a priority, affording the Penn State product an abundance of momentum heading into a Week 2 home matchup against the Broncos next Sunday.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 12.2 7.9 -54.43

McBride, Trey McBride finished as the Cardinals' leading receiver after ceding that honor to WR Marvin Harrison in Week 1. The 25-year-old McBride has racked up six receptions in each of his two starts so far, putting him on pace for another 100-plus reception season following last year's breakout 111-catch campaign. McBride's allergy to the end zone (career high of three TDs in 2023) is what holds him back from breaking the fantasy stratosphere. The Colorado State product is still a PPR monster and a TE1 play against the 49ers next Sunday.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 9.87 7.8 -26.54

Ferguson, Jake The tight end led the Cowboys in target volume during a wild seesaw affair and tied CeeDee Lamb for the team lead in receptions, although Lamb out-paced him in yards with 112. Ferguson has re-established himself as the main security blanket for Dak Prescott, and while he's still looking for his first touchdown since he caught three against Green Bay in the wild-card round of the 2023 season, he's delivered a 14-101-0 line on 18 targets through the first two games of the current campaign. Ferguson could hit paydirt in Week 3 against a Bears defense that just gave up a TD to the Lions' Brock Wright, one of five touchdowns thrown by Jared Goff in a 52-21 rout.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.38 7.8 31.03

Farrell, Luke Farrell got the start in place of George Kittle (hamstring) on Sunday, finishing with 41 snaps played on offense (58 percent). Jake Tonges wound up playing more snaps (79 percent) while garnering more targets in the passing game, but it was Farrell who cashed in one of Mac Jones's three touchdown passes. It appears that the 49ers will deploy both tight ends in tandem while Kittle mends on the IR. In that scenario, neither option offers much fantasy upside heading into next Sunday's tilt against Arizona.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.75 7.5 76.67

Trautman, Adam Trautman led all Broncos tight ends in snaps, playing 44 of Denver's 76 offensive snaps in the contest. The veteran saw extended playing time when fellow tight end Evan Engram injured his calf in the third quarter and did not return. If Engram is forced to miss time going forward, Trautman would likely continue to see the majority of snaps at the position based on his blocking prowess and the trust that head coach Sean Payton has in him. Third-year tight end Lucas Krull would also see more snaps if Engram misses time, and he would likely be the preferred pass-catching option. With that said, Trautman remains extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes heading into a Week 2 matchup against the Colts.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.69 7 75.86

Shrader, Spencer Shrader accounted for 17 of the Colts' 29 points in this one, making a 29-yard field goal to start off the scoring in the first quarter, followed by makes from 33, 36, 28 and 45. His 45-yard make won the game as time expired in the fourth quarter. On the season, Shrader has made all nine of his field goals and all five of his extra points.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.98 17 53.06

AUBREY, BRANDON Aubrey made a 51-yard field goal in the second quarter before adding a 44-yard make to open the fourth quarter, a 64-yard game-tying kick at the end of regulation and a game-winning 46-yarder as time expired in overtime. The kicker has been historically good since joining the Cowboys ahead of the 2023 campaign, and he's now off to an impressive start to the 2025 season. Through two games, Aubrey has made all seven of his field-goal tries, including five makes from 50-plus yards.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 10.16 16 36.5

GANO, GRAHAM Gano finished off the Giants' opening drive of the game with a 38-yard field goal, before later adding another 33-yard make in the first quarter. The kicker would later add another 33-yard field goal in the third quarter. Gano has now made all five of his field-goal tries, while also adding three PATs over the first two games of the season.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.3 13 43.85

Slye, Joey Slye was once again rather busy in Week 2, connecting on a 55-yard field goal and 37-yarder in the second quarter. He later added makes from 57 yards and 35 yards in the second half. Through two games in 2025, Slye has made all eight of his field-goal tries, including five makes from 50-plus yards.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.19 13 44.69

PRATER, MATT Fresh off making the game-winning kick over the Ravens last Sunday night, Prater was perfect in the Bills' 30-10 win over the division-rival Jets. Prater is now a perfect 6-for-6 on field goals and 5-for-5 on extra points this season.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 9.78 12 18.5

Loop, Tyler The Ravens' rookie kicker should be among the top 12 fantasy kickers this season. Last year, Justin Tucker dipped to K16 in this offense, but his percentage of field goals made dipped to a ghastly 73.3%. Tucker still ranked third in extra point attempts. Baltimore led the NFL last year in red zone touchdown scoring rate with an insane 73.9%. That number will regress some offering Tyler Loop some more field goal opportunities in 2025.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 9.39 11 14.64

Patterson, Riley Patterson was elevated to the active roster for the second week in a row while Jason Sanders (hip) remained sidelined. Patterson made a 40-yard field goal to finish off Miami's first possession of the second half. He later added a 44-yard make on the team's next drive. If Sanders (hip) can't go in Week 3, Patterson will likely be elevated again for the team's matchup with the Bills on Thursday Night Football.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.3 9 18.89

Ryland, Chad Ryland finished off Arizona's first offensive possession of the game with a 29-yard field goal, and he later added a 47-yard make in the second quarter. Through two weeks in 2025, the kicker has made four out of five field-goal tries, including a 50-yarder, while also adding five PATs.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 9.68 9 -7.56

BOSWELL, CHRIS Boswell made a pair of 48-yard field goals in the first half before converting a 45-yard attempt in the fourth quarter. The Steelers scored just one touchdown on the day and successfully went for the two afterward. On the season, Boswell has made all five of his field-goal tries and all four of his extra points.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 11 9 -22.22

Bates, Jake Bates was rather busy in Week 2 as the Lions dominated Chicago at home, but he wasn't perfect in the contest. The kicker missed a 55-yard field-goal try wide left in the second quarter, marking his first miss of the year. Bates later connected on a chip-shot 34-yard attempt in third quarter. Through two games in 2025, the 26-year-old has gone 3-for-4 on field goals and a spotless 8-for-8 on PATs.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 10.67 9 -18.56

BOSA, JOEY Joey Bosa (calf) expected to be full-go for training campJoey Bosa said that he expects to be full go by training camp.Fantasy ImpactBosa remains sidelined from practice for precautionary reasons after coming up with a calf injury. He signed a one-year deal with the Bills this offseason.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.89 12.5 52.88

Harrison, Zach

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.84 12 84.67

Robinson, Tavius

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.97 12 83.58

Huff, Bryce Bryce Huff: Eagles 'finalizing trade' with 49ersThe Eagles “are working to finalize a trade that will send EDGE Bryce Huff” to the 49ers.Fantasy ImpactSchefter noted that the Eagles are looking to acquire a mid-round pick in exchange for Huff. He was in his first year of a three-year deal with the Eagles last season after recording 10 sacks with the Jets two years ago. He would reunite with Robert Saleh in San Francisco.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 1.46 10.5 86.1

CAMPBELL, CALAIS Calais Campbell signs one-year deal with CardinalsThe Cardinals signed DL Calais Campbell to a one-year, $5.5 million contract.Fantasy ImpactCampbell will add depth on the defensive line for a Cardinals unit that is looking to build up the depth. He recorded five sacks and a forced fumble last season with the Dolphins.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 3.31 10.5 68.48

Williams, Milton Milton Williams agrees to terms with PatriotsThe Patriots have agreed to terms with Milton Williams.Fantasy ImpactWilliams now lands in New England after it had been reported he agreed to terms with the Panthers. The Patriots continue to make moves on the defensive side of the ball on the first day of free agency.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 2.33 9 74.11

Bosa, Nick The 27-year-old was one of three 49ers to get after the quarterback during the Week 2 win, taking down Spencer Rattler in the fourth quarter. Bosa has had an impressive start to his seventh season in the NFL, having now tallied 15 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and one forced fumble over two games. He's expected to remain one of the league's most productive edge rushers as the 49ers take on the Cardinals in Week 3.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.85 9 12.78

Armstrong, Dorance Armstrong was credited with a 13-yard sack on Jordan Love late in the fourth quarter, which led to the Packers punting the ball two plays later to give the Commanders' offense one last opportunity to score. Armstrong has collected 2.0 sacks through the first two games of 2025, and the 2018 fourth-rounder is on track to extend his streak of 5.0 sacks in a season to five.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 3.65 8 54.37

Murphy II, Byron

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 3.34 8 58.25

Walker, Travon Walker had a quiet game on the stat sheet but did notch four QB pressures. He tallied exactly 10.5 sacks each of the past two seasons to emerge as a solid IDP option.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 6.84 7 2.29

Warner, Fred Warner paced San Francisco's defense in total tackles for the second consecutive time in Sunday's win, opening his 2025 campaign with 19 total tackles through two games. The NFL's highest-paid inside linebacker also made an incredible play on Alvin Kamara in the third quarter in which he forced and recovered a fumble. As the 49ers prepare to face the Cardinals in Week 3, Warner is projected to remain one of the NFL's premier defensive playmakers.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.48 13 34.77

Granderson, Carl Granderson was able to get to get quarterback Kyler Murray on two occasions in Week 1, compiling more than one sack in a contest for the first time since Week 3 of the 2024 campaign. The 28-year-old was registered 61 total tackles (36 solo), including 5.5 sacks, over 17 regular-season games last year, and he is now off to a strong start in 2025.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.24 12 64.67

Wilson, Payton Payton Wilson won the Chuck Bednarik Award in 2023, as college football's best defensive player. The linebacker from NC State recorded 92 tackles and missed fewer than 5 missed of his tackling attempts (4.7%). The 6-foot-4 and 233-pound linebacker also was great in coverage, generating a 47.2 passer rating when targeted (top-10) with three interceptions to boot. Wilson's a Day 1 linebacker starter with his speed - 4.43 40-yard dash - and football instincts. He can also immediately contribute on special teams. Any draft day fall will be related to his medicals.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.81 12 59.92

Smith, Roquan The 28-year-old was dominant in Baltimore's divisional win Sunday, becoming the first NFL player since at least 2008 to record at least 15 total tackles, three tackles for loss and one defensive touchdown in the same game, per Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com. Smith excelled against the run, registering six stops on rushing plays, with five of those coming within three yards of the line of scrimmage. The All-Pro linebacker currently ranks second in the NFL with 25 total tackles through two games. He's expected to continue wreaking havoc on opposing offenses ahead of a Week 3 matchup against the Lions.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.51 11.5 26

Cooper, Edgerrin Cooper got his first quarterback takedown of the season in the third quarter of Thursday's game, when he and Micah Parsons combined on a 10-yard sack of Jayden Daniels on third down, which led to a 52-yard field-goal attempt by Matt Gay on the next play that sailed right. Cooper has registered at least 10 total tackles in four of his last five regular-season games, dating back to Week 16 of the 2024 season against the Saints.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 6.89 10 31.1

Sweat, Josh Sweat signed a massive four-year, $76.4 million deal with the Cardinals back in March after he had a big Super Bowl performance with the Eagles, nothing 2.5 sacks against the Chiefs. The Cardinals are banking on Sweat keying their pass rush in 2025. He'll look to get going in Week 2 against Bryce Young and the Panthers.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 2.44 10 75.6

Sherwood, Jamien Sherwood tied for the team lead in total tackles Sunday, matching Quincy Williams and Tony Adams with six stops. He played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps after inking a three-year, $45 million deal to remain with the Jets in March. Coming off a 2024 campaign in which he recorded 158 total tackles through 17 games, Sherwood's tackle output is expected to increase as the Jets take on the Bills in Week 2.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8 9.5 15.79

Rumph II, Chris

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 0 9 100

Brooks, Jordyn Brooks was one of four Miami defenders to play 100 percent of defensive snaps. His 14 total tackles were his highest total since Week 12 of the 2022 campaign, and he's already well on his way to matching his three double-digit tackle performances of 2024.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.35 9 18.33

Bush, Devin Bush was the Browns' leading tackler on the day and tops the club through two weeks with 15 tackles. Sunday's sack was the first of the season for Bush, who had just one in 16 games last season. He added one quarterback hit and two passes defensed.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 2.19 9 75.67

Branch, Brian Branch played all 48 defensive snaps and finished tied for fourth most in tackles for Detroit. He was flagged for a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty early in the first quarter after ripping off Tucker Kraft's helmet and tossing it to the sidelines. That penalty put the Packers in the red zone and led to a 15-yard touchdown pass from Jordan Love to Kraft three plays later. Branch and the Lions will look to bounce back in Week 2 as they welcome in the Bears on Sunday.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.3 13 36.15

Adebo, Paulson Adebo had a strong performance in his first game with the Giants as he finished tied with Jevon Holland for the second most tackles on the team and also held Terry McLaurin to just two catches for 27 yards. Adebo will look to build off this strong performance and keep producing during the team's Week 2 matchup against the Cowboys, where he will likely be tasked with guarding CeeDee Lamb.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 8.43 12 29.75

Mukuba, Andrew Mukuba overcame a lingering hamstring issue to make his NFL regular-season debut Thursday. The rookie second-rounder got the start at safety alongside Reed Blankenship, and Mukuba finished tied for fifth-most tackles on the team while playing 51 of 61 defensive snaps (83.6 percent). Mukuba and the Eagles' defense will be tested in their Week 2 matchup against the Chiefs on Sunday, Sept. 14 in a Super Bowl LIX rematch.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 0 11 100

MURRAY, ERIC Murray signed with the Jaguars in the offseason after spending five seasons with the Texans, and he made a major impact in Week 1. The 31-year-old registered 75 total tackles (50 solo), including 1.0 sacks, while adding 10 passes defensed, one of which was an interception, over 17 regular-season contests with Houston in 2024. Murray figures to see similar production in Jacksonville this year.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.7 10.5 55.24

Surtain II, Pat Surtain briefly left Sunday's game due to an ankle injury. He was quickly cleared to return after being evaluated by trainers and is back on the field late in the second quarter.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.03 10 59.7

Hooker, Amani Hooker was one of three Titans players to play all 76 defensive snaps, and his five takedowns were tied for fourth most on the team. Hooker inked a three-year, $48.8 million extension Saturday, ensuring that he will serve as a key piece of the Titans' secondary for the foreseeable future. The 2019 fourth-rounder is coming off a 2024 campaign in which he tallied a career-high five interceptions across 14 regular-season games.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.83 9.5 38.63

Curl, Kam Curl was one of two Rams players to play all 63 defensive snaps and he co-led the team in combined tackles with Nate Landman. It was the 10th time in Curl's career that he has logged at least 10 combined tackles in a game, six of which have come since Week 4 of the 2023 season. The 2020 seventh-rounder is in the final year of his two-year, $9 million contract that he signed with the Rams in March of 2024.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.74 9 36.22

Kinchens, Kamren Kamren Kinchens boasted PFF's No. 1 coverage grade among safeties in 2022, but his production tailed off in 2023. The former Miami Hurricane offers a well-rounded skill set but lacks the true athleticism to be an elite defensive back. He tested poorly at the NFL Combine, performing well below average in all the drills "low-lighted" by his 110-inch broad jump (3rd percentile). Still, his flashes of 2022 coverage suggest he can contribute at the next level at the FS position.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 4.86 8.5 42.82

Brisker, Jaquan Brisker led the Bears in tackles against Detroit after posting five tackles in the season opener. He currently offers a stable floor as a cornerback in IDP leagues.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 7.84 8 2

Thompson, Jalen 19 Thompson started at safety next to Budda Baker and played all 75 defensive snaps. Thompson started all 15 regular-season games in which he appeared last season, finishing with 98 tackles (61 solo), three pass breakups and two fumble recoveries.

Week 2 Output Proj Points Actual Points Point Diff 5.78 8 27.75

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