Travis Kelce is officially a must-start every single week, and if you’re not penciling him into your fantasy lineup, you’re doing it wrong. The guy has been on fire with two strong games already, proving he’s still the king. This week against the Dolphins? Forget about it. Miami’s seam coverage was a mess last year, and we just saw George Kittle, another future Hall of Famer like Kelce, carve them up for 4 catches, 80 yards, and a touchdown just last week. Scott Pianowski says to just “write in Kelce’s name” for a reason.
These Guys Are Ready to Ball Out
It’s not just Kelce getting the green light from Scott Pianowski. Jets QB Geno Smith, who’s been better than average for two straight weeks despite some muted fantasy numbers, is set for a massive Week 3. He’s heading to Detroit against a defense that’s missing multiple pieces in the secondary, and the analyst predicts “Pinball is coming.” That’s an upgrade for any Jets you’re thinking about, including WR Adonai Mitchell. Keep an eye on RB Chuba Hubbard too, who’s got the backfield all to himself and an improved offense with Bryce Young looking sharp. Cleveland’s front seven is giving up 4.6 yards per carry, so Hubbard could feast. And don’t sleep on RB David Montgomery against an Indianapolis defense that’s handing out rushing stats “like Halloween candy,” allowing 5.4 YPC and four touchdowns. TE Dalton Kincaid is also getting a major snap share, and it’s looking like *his* dream season is finally here.
Proceed with Caution, or Sit ‘Em Out
Now, not everyone is a slam dunk. RB Quinshon Judkins is a tough guy to trust right now. Cleveland’s run-blocking is likely the worst in the league. Deshaun Watson kept the offense on schedule last week, making the Browns competitive against Carolina, and Judkins should still get 15-plus touches, giving him flex consideration. It’s a gamble, but sometimes you gotta roll the dice on volume. WR Josh Downs is another volume play, likely seeing 8-plus targets with Alec Pierce out, even against tough Houston coverage. And WR Rashod Bateman, coming off a 7-88-1 game, will be leaned on heavily by the Ravens with Zay Flowers and Ja’Kobi Lane sidelined. But then there’s the red lights. QB Kyler Murray’s season debut ended in the first quarter after not having the greatest training camp. Scott Pianowski flat out says he can’t start Murray “on spec,” even against a Tampa Bay defense that struggled against Cleveland’s passing game. That’s a definite bench for Week 3.
Week 3 is here, and every decision matters. If you want to grab that win, you better listen up. Trust the green lights, weigh the yellow ones carefully, and definitely, absolutely, avoid the red. Your fantasy glory depends on it!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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