Full Week 3 Fantasy Football Recap | Fantasy Focus

Alvin Kamara saw limited usage (14 snaps) following Etienne's injury, and the Saints' backfield is expected to remain a committee, making it a situation to avoid for fantasy purposes.

Amon-Ra St. Brown had a disappointing 11.9-point outing, but the source notes this represents his floor, as he remains second in the league in targets and fantasy points among wide receivers.

Austin Ekeler has been added to the Commanders' 53-man roster; the source expects him to have a role in the passing game, which further complicates the backfield situation.

Bo Nix scored 24.14 fantasy points, but the source remains skeptical of his real-life performance, needing to see more consistency before trusting him as a reliable fantasy quarterback.

Braelon Allen is the clear 'next man up' in the Jets' backfield and is a priority waiver wire addition given Breece Hall's injury.

Breece Hall suffered a groin injury in Week 3 and has been inefficient on the ground (2.5 yards per carry); his status for future games is uncertain.

Brian Thomas Jr. appears to be losing his role, as he was 'phased out' in the recent game and was seen trading routes with Josh Cameron. The source expresses concern, stating that the situation is 'not good.'

Brock Bowers is fully healthy and a top-tier fantasy tight end, recording 13 targets, 10 catches, 116 yards, and a touchdown on 34 routes. He is at worst a top-two tight end, arguably competing with Trey McBride for the TE1 spot.

Chase Brown has been underwhelming with only two catches for eight yards in Week 3, but the source remains unconcerned as his usage remains consistent with last year's trends.

Chris Bell recorded four catches for 67 yards on seven targets in Week 3; the source views him as an end-of-bench stash with raw talent but not yet a starter.

Chuba Hubbard is a front-end RB2, out-snapping A.J. Dillon 62 to 12 and recording 19 carries for 82 yards plus four catches for 28 yards.

The Rams' tight end situation is a 'spin the wheel' scenario with five players involved, making it impossible to trust any individual tight end for fantasy.

Dalton Kincaid's snap share dropped to 54% from 72% in the first two weeks, and he saw only three targets; while he remains a viable starter due to the thin tight end position, confidence is reduced.

Daniel Jones has failed to rediscover his rushing upside from last year, recording only three rushes for five yards in Week 3; the source notes he is currently not a reliable fantasy starter.

Davante Adams is a must-start wide receiver, recording 13 targets, seven catches, and 137 yards against a tough defense. He is the only Rams receiver worth starting.

David Montgomery saw 33 snaps compared to 18 for Woody Marks in Week 3, maintaining a 2-1 edge in both carries and targets; the source suggests he might be a buy-low candidate.

Devon Achane suffered a torn ACL in Week 3, which the source confirms is a long-term, potentially season-ending injury.

Despite poor efficiency with 89 yards on 26 carries, Derrick Henry remains a high-value fantasy asset due to his goal-line role, recording two touchdowns and 21.9 fantasy points.

DK Metcalf finally found the end zone in Week 3, recording three catches for 31 yards and a touchdown, though the source notes he was bailed out by coverage.

The source expresses significant disappointment in Drake Maye, who has failed to score 10 fantasy points in any of his first three games. The source confirms they will drop him from their top-10 quarterback rankings for Week 4 and advises against starting him, citing poor eye-test results, a lost fumble, and a lack of production despite his theoretical rushing upside.

The source notes that Drake Maye has been statistically terrible, ranking 74th, 78th, and 90th in fantasy points among the 91 instances of quarterbacks throwing 20+ passes this season; only Jameis Winston has performed worse.

Emmanuel Wilson is currently the lead rusher in the Seattle backfield, playing 24 snaps with nine carries in Week 3, but he is described as a 'plotter' with limited efficiency (nine carries for 14 yards) and no involvement in the passing game.

Garrett Wilson had a breakout game with 10 catches for 107 yards and a touchdown on 13 targets; he appears to have cleared concussion protocol.

George Holani played 23 snaps in Week 3 and is heavily involved in the passing game, but he has no role in the rushing attack, making him a limited fantasy asset in the current Seattle backfield rotation.

Despite a quiet Week 3, Isaiah Likely is worth holding due to his skill set and previous 10-target performance in Week 2, with the poor weather being a valid excuse for his recent dud.

Jamar Chase continues to produce, recording nine catches for 98 yards and a touchdown in Week 3, marking back-to-back games with a score.

Jadarian Price's role has not materialized as expected; he played only 17 snaps with five carries for 15 yards and one catch in Week 3. He has lost a fumble in two of his first three games, which is a major concern given his college history of fumbling and the coaching staff's low tolerance for ball-security issues.

Jadarian Price saw early work but fumbled and finished with only 17 snaps and five carries for 15 yards in Week 3; the source notes the Seattle backfield is a mess.

Jahmyr Gibbs is performing at a high level, recording 20 carries for 99 yards and two touchdowns, plus seven catches for 65 yards and a touchdown on eight targets.

Jakobi Meyers saw a significant usage increase with eight targets, resulting in 7 catches for 64 yards and a touchdown (19.4 fantasy points). This follows two weeks of minimal involvement (2 targets in Week 1, 1 target in Week 2), suggesting a concerted effort by the team to get him involved.

James Cook remains a productive runner with 154 rushing yards, but his lack of involvement in the passing game—only four catches through three games—limits his fantasy ceiling.

Jameson Williams is struggling with three consecutive 'bust' performances and will be featured in an upcoming 'fish or cut bait' segment to determine his future viability.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba is performing at an elite level, recording 10 catches for 113 yards and two touchdowns in Week 3. He has been highly productive, with the source noting his impressive scoring output through the first three weeks.

Jalen Waddle is a frustrating fantasy asset, recording only 5.8 points in Week 3 and forcing owners to ride a rollercoaster of inconsistent production all year.

Jalen Warren played 78% of snaps and recorded 17 carries for 127 yards plus three catches for 49 yards, proving to be a solid player while Rico Dowdle is out.

Jalen Warren saw four targets in the Steelers' passing game, but the source emphasizes that no Steelers pass catcher is currently a recommended fantasy starter.

Jalen Wright was inactive for Week 3, but the source expects him to be involved in the Dolphins' backfield moving forward due to the injury to Devon Achane.

The source expresses regret for not starting Jeremy Ruckert, who scored a touchdown in Week 3, noting he was a preferred tight end option.

Jonathan Taylor had a dud performance in Week 3 with only two catches for four yards, but he recorded 26 total opportunities, which the source considers a positive volume indicator.

Justin Herbert is no longer a recommended start after scoring under 13 fantasy points; the source expresses significant frustration with the Chargers' offense and schedule.

Jawan Johnson is firmly in the TE1 conversation after recording eight targets, eight catches, and two touchdowns, benefiting from the Saints' reliance on tight ends in the red zone.

Kirk Cousins is not a recommended fantasy start despite throwing three touchdowns, as his lack of rushing production makes him a non-factor for fantasy scoring.

Kyron Williams remains the clear lead back for the Rams, recording 21.8 fantasy points and maintaining his role as the primary option in the backfield.

Ladd McConkey is downgraded from a potential WR2 to a high-end flex or regular flex option due to the Chargers' struggling offense.

Lamar Jackson bounced back from a 14-point Week 2 outing with 20.4 points in Week 3, buoyed by 50 rushing yards and two passing touchdowns.

Malik Nabors has a limited ceiling with Jameis Winston at quarterback, making him a risky start despite his high draft capital.

Marcus Mariota is a viable streaming option who adds value with his legs; he threw three touchdowns in Week 3 and is expected to have higher rushing numbers in more competitive games.

Matthew Stafford is performing as a borderline QB1, recording 21 fantasy points in Week 3.

Michael Pittman has been disappointing through three weeks; despite expectations that he would be the focal point of the offense, he has not produced as anticipated.

Mike Gesicki is described as 'way too boom-or-bust' and is not recommended as a starter despite a 12.7-point performance in Week 3.

With Devon Achane injured, Ollie Gordon becomes a priority waiver wire add; he recorded 17 carries for 41 yards and a touchdown, plus three catches for 14 yards in Week 3.

Parker Washington is identified as the clear wide receiver one for the Jaguars, showing a high floor by scoring 13 fantasy points despite a disappointing game performance.

Parker Washington is performing well, scoring 13 fantasy points in a 'down' game, drawing comparisons to Amon-Ra St. Brown's role as a clear WR1. The source notes he is currently 'crushing' and represents the player many hoped Luther Burden would be.

Rasheed Rice is trending up after a nine-target, seven-catch, 88-yard performance in Week 3; the source notes he is being featured more in the short-area passing game.

Rashod Bateman has been relegated back to the bench, recording only two catches for 37 yards, confirming he is not the primary target in the Ravens' offense.

Rhamondre Stevenson maintains a lead role in the Patriots' backfield, holding a 32 to 21 snap edge over his teammates, though the source notes some of this usage was influenced by garbage time.

Roman Wilson recorded six targets and a long touchdown catch, but the source notes he disappeared for the remainder of the game.

The source highlights Sam Darnold's impressive performance against the Commanders, noting he threw for 379 yards and four touchdowns on 31-of-45 passing. Despite the loss and two interceptions, the source praises his ability to step up and keep the team competitive when forced to throw, especially coming off an injury.

Saquon Barkley is off the injury report and good to go for Monday night, but fantasy owners need to see more consistent production from him.

Terry McLaurin was outstanding in Week 3, recording nine targets, six catches, 77 yards, and a touchdown; the source confirms this is his offense.

Tony Pollard recorded 13.6 points in Week 3, but remains an unreliable fantasy option with tough matchups against Baltimore and Houston ahead.

Travis Etienne suffered a hamstring injury in the third quarter after playing 64% of snaps. The injury could linger for a couple of weeks, making the Saints' backfield a situation to avoid.

Travis Hunter recorded his first reception, but the source highlights the concerning statistic that he has more catches and touchdown catches from Drake Maye than he does from Trevor Lawrence.

Trevor Lawrence is noted for his rushing ability, but his decision to take a knee at the one-yard line instead of scoring a touchdown negatively impacted fantasy managers who had him in their lineups or held anytime touchdown bets.

Tyler Warren was a bright spot in Week 3, recording 10 targets, though he averaged under six yards per catch; the source notes the volume is hard to argue with.

Zach Charbonnet is a priority waiver target as he is eligible to return from IR after Week 4. Given the struggles and lack of trust in the current Seattle running back committee, Charbonnet has a strong opportunity to take control of the backfield upon his return.

Zay Flowers is the clear primary wide receiver in the Ravens offense, producing 15.4 fantasy points on only 15 routes run, including five catches for 83 yards and a 20-yard rush.