Fantasy Football Week 2 Lineup Advice - Start/Sit

With week one in the books, we hit many successful targets producing sound fantasy points on opening weekend. Now gearing up for the second week of the NFL season, we again have our eyes set on selecting the top performers to get us those wins. While nothing is ever 100% full proof, the dedication to perfection is our mantra. Follow us and we’ll get you those victories.   

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START - GET THEM IN YOUR LINEUP

Quarterbacks:

Tom Brady (NE)

Its funny how things change in the matter of weeks, especially when discussing the Patriots Tom Brady. During the course of the offseason, his fantasy value plummeted with a receiving core looking to have major holes. Now entering week two stacked with pass catchers, Brady is lifted back among the top potential point getters. Playing against the Dolphins who gave up a plethora of points last week, we fully expect all Patriots to have a role and a big day.

Dak Prescott (DAL)

Never being huge supporters of the Cowboys Dak Prescott, we have changed our tune for this week as the Boys take on the Redskins. While we have preached a great appreciation for this defense, the offensive success was contingent on Prescott leading the charge. With Zeke Elliott locked in for the long term, nothing can stop this team other than themselves. Fire up Prescott once again in week two.

Running Backs:

Adrian Peterson (WAS)

With recent news that Washington hopeful Derrius Guice has once again landed on injured reserve with yet another knee injury, the aging Adrian Peterson get a massive bump. Peterson has proven that even with many miles on his tires, he can’t be stopped when that engine starts to turn. While we understand the Cowboys defense is top notch, Peterson will have the gift of volume behind him. An endzone trip will happen for AP.  

Derrick Henry (TEN)

The Tennessee Titans are a group that we still have a meek outlook on but have to preach the start of Derrick Henry this week. The Titans defense is put together very well which allows this offense more opportunity to make plays. We were very impressed with the commitment to the run last week and believe this will be the staple for Henry this season. Henry should have another sound day.

Carlos Hyde (HOU)

Duke Johnson received all the hype to lead this team in touches as the lead back behind Deshaun Watson but was supplanted by Carols Hyde in week one. While we feel both backs will have a clear role on this high-powered offensive unit, Hyde looked fresh, powerful, and quick with every carry. The only thing standing in his way for success is literally himself. Hyde is a safe start this week to gain many points.    

James White (NE)

While we can preach basically every player on this Patriots roster this week facing the Miami Dolphins, James White should be the best bet from the running back position to have a big day. New England proved they were ready to reassert themselves as the leagues top club, and a greater gift for an opponent they couldn’t have gotten. White should get back on track in week two in a very large way.

Wide Receivers:

Jarvis Landry (CLE)

Here we go again with the suggestion that the Browns Jarvis Landry will be a huge contributor this week verse the Jets on Monday Night. Clearly there is some fear generating throughout the masses from their week one outing, we aren’t ready to give up on the point per reception potential of Landry. Cleveland gets back in the good graces while their top two receivers eat well.  

TY Hilton (IND)

While we had TY Hilton on the bench last week, he proved that he could ball-out no matter who was throwing him the ball. Jacoby Brissett looked decent in their near victory verse the Chargers and will have to feed Hilton if they want to find a W in the win column this week. Tennessee has a great defense and could shut him down, so there is a good level of risk to this play. We still like the odds of him finding the endzone again.

Cooper Kupp (LAR)

While the Rams disappointed in terms of overall play last week, Cooper Kupp looked great in his cuts and routes to prove he was over that knee injury. While we could make the case that all Rams receivers could and should get the start, Kupp has us intrigued to have a big day with heavy targets coming is way. Going up against the Saints in a rematch of last year NFC Championship, this contest should have a ton of points on the board.

Tight-Ends:

Mark Andrews (BAL)

ADF threw great support behind the Ravens Mark Andrews all offseason and he payed us back with a great contest in week one. With Lamar Jackson looking to have found that magic of passing the ball with accuracy and consistency, Andrews should again be one of the best tight ends on the market. He is a no brainer start for week two.

TJ Hockenson (DET)
Yet another tight end that we gushed over during the offseason, the Lions rookie TJ Hockenson proved he was worth the price of admission in this new look Detroit offense. With Kenny Golladay and Danny Amendola all having giant roles to help pull double coverage away from all pass catchers, Hockenson will exploit the mismatches every week. Hockenson will continue to show out.

SIT - LEAVE THEM ON THE BENCH

   

Quarterbacks:

Joe Flacco (DEN)

While some may not have Joe Flacco on their roster at all, for those that do, put him on the bench and leave him there for the foreseeable future. Denver looked terrible verse the Raiders and have a lot of refinement to do in this offense. Flacco had flashes late with a touchdown to Emmanuel Sanders, but this week against the Bears, keep him far away from your lineup.  

Kirk Cousins (MIN)

Even though we support what the Vikings are doing on offense behind Dalvin Cook, it was clear that the coaching staff wanted to make Kirk Cousins more comfortable in their first game of the season. Throwing the ball a mere 10-times wasn’t near enough to provide trust his way this week. We do believe he will throw a lot more in week two verse the Packers, but we require more proof to provide support.  

Running Backs:

Devonta Freeman (ATL)

From the offseason evaluations, our thought process believed that the Falcons Devonta Freeman would get back on track and promote that sound running ability in an offense that is still stacked. Freeman let all his owners down in week one and has yet another difficult task playing the Eagles this week. Atlanta looked dysfunctional and we need to see much more to trust Freeman.

Phillip Lindsay (DEN)

Basically, every player that goes up against this Bears phenomenal defense not possessing an elite offense, we must recommend benching them while smiling from the results. Phillip Lindsay, much like the Broncos offense as a whole, looked awful in week one leaving us to throw shade. Lindsay is a must bench.

Wide Receivers:

Anthony Miller (CHI)

With many in the industry feeling this was the year the Bears Anthony Miller would take the next step in his progression; we weren’t overly convinced and still aren’t entering week two. The Bears offense didn’t look sound and ready with Mitch Trubisky fading into the night with great demise. Miller will have his days, but this week again will not be one of them. He needs to show before we give support.

Christian Kirk (ARZ)

The Arizona Cardinals impressed with great heart coming back from their first half of shame verse the Lions. Rookie Kyler Murray found his feet and arm as the game wore on connecting with Larry Fitzgerald with consistency. Christian Kirk did have a secondary role and will again be leaned upon this week against the Ravens stout defense. This will be a tough game and he should be left on the bench.

Tight-Ends:

David Njoku (CLE)

Never being huge supporters of the Browns David Njoku, we still can’t seem to get on board with the Browns starting tight end. While we do appreciate his skillset, this week should see much more commitment to getting Odell Beckham, Nick Chubb, and Jarvis Landry the ball. He’ll see less targets this week as the Browns figure things out.

POTENTIAL BIG DAY – ALL ABOUT THE RISK/REWARD

Quarterbacks:

Lamar Jackson (BAL)

Being blown away with how Lamar Jackson was able to function and throw the deep ball with such accuracy in week one, we still have some reservation when suggesting he will do that on a weekly basis. While we are very encouraged, we want to see more to provide a unanimous endorsement. He should still play well and get you those points with the potential of being a big performer.  

Running Backs:

Jordan Howard (PHI)

Disappointment from the Eagles run attack and Jordan Howard has left owners running for the hills. We aren’t ready to throw in the towel on Howard just yet and believe they will establish the run a lot earlier. Being down by 17-points early to the Skins left Philly to adjust the game plan. Howard will get touches this week to control the game.  

LeSean McCoy (KC)

Many continue to feel that Damien Williams will be the lead back in Kansas City, we are fully onboard with LeSean McCoy becoming the biggest producer from this backfield in this offense. Shady still has plenty left in the tank and with another week of familiarity in this offense, we expect a very sound day. Finding the endzone should come to pass.

Leonard Fournette (JAX)

The Jacksonville Jaguars again find themselves in a situation they didn’t want to be in. Again, with no viable starting quarterback (Nick Foles injured), they will have to lean on the run game to have any shot at success. Leonard Fournette didn’t show well in week one as the Jags had the game handed to them. We could witness a very big day here if they stick to their guns.   

Wide Receivers:

Mecole Hardman (KC)

With news that Tyreek Hill is out for the next four to six weeks, rookie Mecole Hardman is inserted into this offense with the same role as Hill held. Hardmen has virtually the exact skillset as Hill and should find it an easy transition to make plays. Don’t let Sammy Watkins career day fool you, Hardmen will have a role.

Julian Edelman (NE)

Even though Antonio Brown looks to be suiting up for this contest, reports have surfaced to suggest he required more study to learn the intricacies. Julian Edelman will once again be a vocal point for this week and will feast on this poor Dolphins squad. He should be the leading receiver after all is said and done for the Pats.  

Randall Cobb (DAL)

While most of the attention this week is placed on Amari Cooper being a big benefiter, Randall Cobb is truly back and will have another strong role in week two. We absolutely loved when Cobb found his way to Dallas, as he provides this offense something they haven’t had in a long time. A true slot presence with big play ability, Dak Prescott will again spread the ball around. Cobb is a sneaky smart play.

Tight-Ends:

Vance McDonald (PIT)The Pittsburgh Steelers looked terrible last week and will have to go back to the drawing board for this upcoming match. While setting up the run game will be paramount for success, getting others involved to take pressure off of Juju Smith-Schuster is just as important. Vance McDonald needs to prove he can hold onto the ball, but should see much more in the form of targets. Risk-reward is the notion here.