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Flock Fantasy presents Aaron Jones as the alternative to Tee Higgins in a full PPR flex decision for those seeking 'guaranteed running back touches' rather than wide receiver upside, indicating Jones offers floor over ceiling.

Flock Fantasy strongly advises against benching Amari Cooper despite the Chargers looking poor in week 1, emphasizing 'the last thing you could do' is bench him. The Chargers are 6.5-point favorites in an easy spot. Later, the source emphasizes that if you have Amari and Hampton and have lost faith, you can't sell until at least after this game and must play both for the matchup against the Raiders, with the Chargers favored and facing a 73% win probability.

Listed as an automatic start at running back alongside Gibbs, indicating a favorable matchup this week.

Flock Fantasy recommends Purdy in a four-point passing touchdown league; the 49ers project to score 29.5 points and are expected to be the second-highest scoring offense in the NFL, making Purdy a strong play.

Irving's role looks strong after week one. The source states: 'I think you have to play Bucky at this point. Like the role for Bucky looks so damn good week one.'

Flock Fantasy ranks Carnell Tate and Marshon Lloyd back-to-back but favors Lloyd this week due to Tate's tough matchup against Philadelphia and the Titans' projection to score the second-fewest points in the league. However, the source prefers Tate long-term, indicating this is a week-specific fade rather than a long-term concern.

Recommended to keep over trading for Travis Etienne; while CMC looked very bad in week one with his usage, the source expects significant improvement this week and prefers the McCaffrey side of the trade. Also recommended as a start at running back with a favorable matchup.

Flock Fantasy identifies Christian Watson as a forced start at wide receiver due to Puka Nacua and Nico Collins injuries. The source also recommends Watson in flex PPR decisions, saying 'I think you go for it,' indicating confidence in Watson's upside. Additionally, Watson is identified as a potential trade piece to upgrade at tight end or quarterback once Puka Nacua and Nico Collins return to full health.

Flock Fantasy strongly recommends Chuba Hubbard with conviction, emphasizing he had the full three-down workload for the Carolina Panthers in week one and has a completely fine matchup, warranting confident play this week. The source describes Hubbard as an auto-start and notes he is one of very few true three-down running backs in the league, indicating significant volume and role security. In a choice between Hubbard and Rome Odor, the source strongly prefers Hubbard, stating it's 'not even really close,' with Hubbard looking at a true three-down workload while Rome's role does not look good. The source recommends starting Hubbard over Jadarian Price this week, noting that Hubbard appears to have his entire backfield to himself.

The source prefers Cole Kmet over Isaiah Likely at tight end, expecting the Giants to regress after a strong week one performance.

Source warns against trading for DJ Moore at current market value; he is currently banged up and overpriced at 110% sticker price. Only trade for him at a discount. Also presented as a conditional start option at wide receiver if Nico Collins and AJ Brown are out, depending on whether Moore was already played on Thursday night.

Flock Fantasy recommends starting D'Andre Swift over Aaron Jones and Kyle Pitts, describing Jones as 'a really good play' but still preferring Swift; also recommends Swift over Pitts at tight end until there is a quarterback change in Atlanta, indicating confidence in Swift's role.

Dalton Schultz is the preferred tight end choice over Jawan Johnson in full PPR format; with no Nico, no Jaden Higgins, and no Tanktail in Houston, the source thinks you absolutely have to jam Schultz into your lineup. The source also notes Schultz will have so many targets with all the injuries in Houston, making him a strong flex option.

Darren Waller is preferred over Kyle Pitts and Dallas Goedert; the source states 'I would still Waller, but it's damn close. I think I have him and Andrews back-to-back,' indicating Waller ranks highly at tight end despite close competition.

In a three-receiver choice between Deebo Samuel, Parker Washington, and Lad, Flock Fantasy recommends benching Deebo in favor of Washington and Lad, indicating lower confidence in his rest-of-season role.

The source recommends DK Metcalf as a flex play in a double flex full PPR league, noting that with Michael Pittman out, Metcalf should have an expanded role: 'Probably Metaf for one for sure with no Michael Pitman.'

Drake London is expected to benefit significantly from Michael Pennix Jr.'s return to the Falcons offense, which should improve overall passing game efficiency. The source would way rather have London over Luther Burden rest of season once Pennix arrives, expecting London to run laps around Burden. This week with Cooper Rush as starting QB is tougher, but the source personally would probably go Drake London. London is also preferred over Golden Tate in a start/sit decision and recommended in flex decisions over other options.

In a full PPR flex choice, the source prefers Travis Etienne over Golden Tate, though acknowledging it's a close and embarrassing decision.

JK Dobbins is a big-time riser due to RJ Harvey being ruled out; moves up from RB32 to approximately RB27 in rankings and becomes 100% startable. Dobbins enters the tier with ETN, Judkins, and Aaron Jones. With R.J. Harvey sidelined, Dobbins becomes significantly more appealing as a flex play this week, though the source acknowledges Jonah Coleman could take similar work. In a PPR flex decision with options including Kendrick Bourne and KC Conception, the source identifies Dobbins as the best player, especially with RJ Harvey out; recommends playing him for guaranteed points if the user is ahead in their matchup.

The source prefers Jadarian Price over Chuba Hubbard in the long run, expecting the rookie running back to improve over time and benefiting from the Seattle Seahawks offense being much better than the Carolina Panthers; however, recommends starting Hubbard this week.

Flock Fantasy recommends Jaylen Coker in flex PPR decisions after he just dropped 30 points in week one. The source notes 'everybody and their mom's gonna want to go through and take Coker' but acknowledges it's 'at least close' with Stevenson and Quentin Johnston as secondary considerations, while explicitly ruling out Sutton. Coker had a great week one performance and is being considered as a flex option, with the source saying 'I wouldn't fault you for going either direction' between Coker and other options.

Coker had a strong week one performance and is in consideration for a flex spot in a double flex full PPR league. The source notes: 'Between JCM and Jaylen Coker, it's going to be up to you there. I wouldn't fault you for going either direction. Coker had the great week one. JCM has the great week two matchup.'

Buccaneers WR Jaylen McMillan is listed as questionable for Sunday's game due to a knee injury; is expected to play but is not expected to be a full-time role just yet, limiting his fantasy upside.

Flock Fantasy expects a big-time bounce-back for Jameson Williams in the short term and advises against selling him despite the need to start other receivers due to Puka Nacua and Nico Collins injuries. The source also prefers Jameson Williams over DK Metcalf in a rest-of-season trade scenario, indicating higher confidence in Williams' production.

Flock Fantasy recommends Jaylen Waddle as the wide receiver play in a double flex full PPR league and expects a bounce-back from the Broncos offense. The source slightly favors Waddle over Tee Higgins in flex consideration, though acknowledges the two are close.

Flock Fantasy identifies Jaylen Warren as quality running back depth in a start-8 double-flex league; given Puka Nacua and Nico Collins injuries, there is a good chance Warren will need to be started in flex, making his depth valuable. The source also recommends Warren over Judkins at running back, citing a favorable matchup.

Flock Fantasy recommends Jeremiah Love in flex over Quentin Johnston and other options this week, though notes being more excited about Love long-term because he is splitting the backfield with Tyler Algier this week.

Flock Fantasy recommends rolling with Joe Burrow in a three-bench league with six-point passing touchdowns over picking up Mahomes from free agency, reasoning that with only three bench spots there's no need to roster a backup quarterback. The source notes Burrow has a tough matchup but advises sticking with him unless there are serious pregame injury concerns. In a Baker Mayfield vs. Burrow start/sit decision, the source simply states 'Give me Burrow.'

Josh Downs will be moved up in rankings for any game in which Keenan Allen misses due to suspension; becomes a more valuable target in the Colts passing game.

The source recommends playing Josh Jacobs at running back.

Flock Fantasy fades Jawan Johnson this week due to Saints offensive weakness. Johnson was a compelling play in week one because the Saints-Lions game had a high over/under, but this week the Saints project to be one of the worst offenses in the league, making Johnson a much less attractive option. In a full PPR tight end choice, the source would take Dalton Schultz over Johnson.

Colts WR Keenan Allen is facing a minimum three-game suspension stemming from a drunk driving arrest in downtown Indianapolis last month; his absence will impact the Colts receiving corps rankings and elevate Josh Downs and Tyler Warren, who will be moved up in rankings for any game in which Allen misses.

Kyle Pitts is expected to benefit from Michael Pennix Jr.'s return to the Falcons offense, which should improve overall passing game efficiency and create better opportunities for the TE. The source recommends Pitts over Rhamondre Stevenson long-term in a full PPR tight end premium format, though Stevenson is preferred this week. The source prefers Pitts long-term but recommends benching him in the short term due to Atlanta's current quarterback situation, indicating role/production concerns tied to QB play.

Recommended as a must-play in flex because the Rams are scoring points with or without Puka Nacua, indicating his role is secure regardless of Nacua's status.

The source ranks Luther Burden as the better long-term player over Terry McLaurin, ranking him at wide receiver 23 versus McLaurin at 24 this week. Burden is recommended as a flex play in a pretty easy spot; in a start/sit decision against Matthew Golden (who had 12 targets in week one), the source selects Burden, acknowledging the two are close in value. However, the source would way rather have Drake London over Burden rest of season once Michael Pennix arrives at QB for the Falcons, suggesting this week with Cooper Rush is less clear but London is preferred long-term.

Flock Fantasy describes Andrews as 'damn appealing right now' and ranks him very close to Darren Waller, stating 'I think I have him and Andrews back to back.' Rest-of-season, Flock Fantasy prefers Cole Craft but acknowledges Andrews is acceptable today without Flowers, indicating role/production tied to teammate availability.

Recommended as a start if DJ Moore was already played on Thursday night; recorded 12 targets in week one, keeping the start/sit decision relatively close in half-PPR format.

In a flex decision between Lilbo, Luffy, Devon Vele, and Michael Mayer, Flock Fantasy recommends starting Mayer, indicating confidence in his offensive role.

With Pittman out, the source expects an expanded target tree for the Colts offense, suggesting increased opportunity for other receivers in the passing game.

Mike Evans is recommended as a start at wide receiver, indicating a favorable matchup this week.

Nico Collins is injured, which impacts roster depth and forces the need to start alternative receivers like Christian Watson and running backs like Jaylen Warren in flex positions.

Washington is recommended in a flex decision in full PPR leagues. The source says: 'I would go Parker Washington and Drake London if it's a full PPR league.'

Rams WR Puka Nacua is listed as questionable for Monday night's game versus the Giants due to a hip injury and is considered a pregame decision; requires backup plan for Monday night game. The source advises caution with Nacua, recommending to play it safe and start Tate instead; the source does not want to risk playing Puka in this spot. However, the source also recommends rolling the dice on Puka Nacua by cutting Antonio Williams to make room, allowing the team to have a quality backup option for Monday night, and suggests rolling the dice on Puka in a flex spot.

With Lad Maki not 100% and playing with a flag jacket, expectations for Quentin Johnston can be raised; the source prefers Johnston over Marvin Harrison in a start/sit decision this week. Johnston had a poor week one but the source expects game planning and offensive design adjustments in week two with Maki limited, suggesting increased opportunity and role development. However, with Lad Maki expected to play at full health, Johnston becomes a much tougher play. Dylan Samson hitting the IR means Quentin Johnston should have an expanded role; the source has Johnston ranked at 52 in flex rankings, just ahead of Metcalf at 53, and recommends flipping a coin between the two for flex consideration.

The source notes that while Judkins gets an expanded role due to Dylan Samson being on IR, the Browns offense is a train wreck, which limits his upside despite the increased opportunity.

Rhamondre Stevenson's role is uncertain in full PPR format with Trevon Henry returning; the source is not super excited about him, noting that while he was a must-start when Henry was out, the volume may not be there to save him now that it will be a split backfield situation. However, in a direct choice between Stevenson and Darren Waller (Goddard), the source prefers Stevenson, noting that while Waller had an incredible week 1, the source is uncertain how much that performance will carry over.

RJ Harvey is looking like he is unlikely to play, making him no longer startable and triggering ranking increases for backup RBs.

Flock Fantasy slightly favors Tee Higgins over Jaylen Waddle in flex consideration, though acknowledges the two are close. The source expects a big-time bounce-back for the Denver Broncos this week while noting the Cincinnati Bengals face a tough matchup against Houston.

Flock Fantasy likes Terry McLaurin's matchup against the Dallas Cowboys defense and expects a bounce-back, ranking him at wide receiver 24 this week. While the source is not the biggest McLaurin guy, week 1's tough matchup against Philadelphia was not a good judge of expectations; this week he faces a much easier setup against Dallas, making him a viable asset in full PPR 12-team single flex, especially with AJ Brown injured.

Tony Pollard faces a tough matchup and lacks meaningful upside; the source prefers Kyle Manungai instead, questioning what upside Pollard offers in this difficult spot.

Flock Fantasy expresses significant concern about Travis Etienne's outlook, stating 'I have Travis ETN on my team, my friend, and I'm terrified. I would almost do anything I could to get ETN off my team at this point.' The source is actively trying to trade him off their own roster, indicating strong downside risk or role concerns. However, in a later flex decision between Golden Tate and Etienne, the source prefers Etienne despite calling it a close and embarrassing decision, noting the Saints are projected to get beaten badly with an 8.5-point spread and Kamar is reported to have a role. The source recommends playing Etienne as one of the guys taken early after week one, though expresses worry about both Etienne and Drake London, thinking it's too early to pivot away from them.

Flock Fantasy lists Travis Kelce as the tight end starter, indicating confidence in his production this week.

Flock Fantasy would prefer Derrick Henry (Dobbins) over Trevon Henderson in a committee running back situation, though acknowledges Henderson as an option if looking at other committee backs.

Tyler Warren will be moved up in rankings for any game in which Keenan Allen misses due to suspension; becomes a more valuable target in the Colts passing game.