Everything Just Changed - Week 3 Fantasy Football

Despite a low fantasy point total in a poor offensive game, Aaron Jones is a phenomenal workload back who should be started as an RB2, evidenced by his 23 carries and 105 rushing yards.

Adonai Mitchell is now considered flex-worthy after seeing 12 targets, especially with Amari Cooper on IR and Kenyan Sadiq missing time.

Alec Pierce's injury impacted a fantasy team's potential to be the highest-scoring team of the week.

Taylor advises lowering expectations for Bijan Robinson due to the Falcons' current quarterback issues, though he remains a clear starter.

Braelon Allen is a must-start player who led the team in carries and snaps (30 vs. 13 for Chris Rodriguez) and possesses receiving upside.

Despite struggling on the ground with 16 carries for only 29 yards, Breece Hall remains a viable fantasy asset due to his phenomenal role as a receiver, leading the team with 63 receiving yards.

Taylor highlights Bucky Irving's incredible usage, noting he saw 51 snaps and ran 24 routes compared to Kenneth Gainwell's 23 snaps and 13 routes.

Caleb Williams was carted off the field after an injury, though he was later seen walking with a slight limp. Taylor advises that if Williams misses time, fantasy expectations for the entire Chicago offense should be lowered.

Taylor observes that Cam Ward looked horrible every time his game was featured on Red Zone, suggesting he is not a viable fantasy starter.

Cardell Tate is identified as potentially the only startable player on his team, having recorded five targets and ranking fourth on the team in receiving.

Taylor expects CeeDee Lamb's high-level production to remain consistent moving forward, noting that nothing about his outlook has changed despite his recent performance.

Taylor identifies Chase Brown as the clear three-down running back for the Bengals, citing his 20 carries compared to Samaje Perine's two; he is a recommended buy-low opportunity and a weekly must-start.

Taylor considers Olave a locked-in top-10 wide receiver every week he is healthy and Jordan Tyson is out; he recently commanded a 30% target share, recording 10 targets on 32 potential.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. is currently buried on the depth chart, seeing only 13 snaps compared to Braelon Allen's 30.

With the Packers' receiver room thinned out, Christian Watson is considered a near must-start every week, supported by his 11-target performance.

Chuba Hubbard is established as the bellcow running back for Carolina. Taylor recommends him as a weekly start while Jonathan Brooks is sidelined with a groin injury.

Cole Kmet has been a major disappointment, recording only three yards and one catch through two games. Taylor has dropped him significantly in rankings and considers him unstartable until a breakout occurs, though he remains a rosterable player.

Despite being a previous sell-high candidate, Taylor identifies D'Andre Swift as the only startable player in the Chicago offense until Caleb Williams returns. Swift played 50 snaps compared to Khalil Herbert's 25 and leads the team in receiving.

Taylor advises against rushing to pick up Darren Waller; despite his two touchdowns, he only saw three targets and the Carolina Panthers' offense is unlikely to sustain high scoring output.

Taylor maintains a sell stance on David Montgomery, noting that while he played 42 snaps to Woody Marks' 38, Marks saw more carries (eight to six) and Montgomery's touchdown production is likely unsustainable.

David Njoku was carted off the field with a knee injury, and his status is currently being monitored to determine if he will miss significant time.

Taylor identifies Denzel Boston as a potential waiver wire target after he looked good and earned seven targets in the Browns' offense.

Taylor confirms Derrick Henry is still a top-10 running back for the rest of the season, noting his surprising involvement in the passing game with three receptions.

Taylor labels DeVonta Smith an absolute must-start following a standout performance with 13 targets, 10 receptions, and 117 receiving yards; he is now considered in the same tier as Rashee Rice for rest-of-season rankings.

Taylor identifies George Pickens as a buy-low candidate, projecting that he will deliver incredible performances in the future.

Harold Fannon recorded six targets in the team's recent offensive distribution.

J.K. Dobbins is dealing with a hamstring strain; Taylor characterizes him as a wasted pick due to his lack of receiving usage, low ceiling, and high injury risk.

Taylor highlights the concentrated target share in the Bengals' offense, noting Ja'Marr Chase's nine targets as evidence that he remains a weekly must-start.

Taylor is significantly more excited to start Jaylen Coker following a performance with nine targets, eight receptions, and 66 receiving yards.

Taylor is increasingly excited to start Jalen Coker after he recorded nine targets and 66 receiving yards, validating his status as a waiver-wire pickup.

Taylor views Jalen Hurts as a mid-QB1 who still possesses significant rushing upside, despite only recording 16 rushing yards in his recent game.

Taylor expresses high confidence in Jalen McMillan, who recorded 10 targets and 101 receiving yards.

Jayden Daniels is expected to miss time, and Taylor notes that he will not start any Commanders players while Daniels is sidelined due to the poor offensive outlook.

Taylor expects Jayden Reed to be sidelined for an extended period due to injury, advising that he will not be available anytime soon.

Jeremiah Love saw 20 snaps but led the backfield in rushing volume with nine carries compared to Tyler Allgeier's five.

Taylor views Joe Burrow as a reliable weekly fantasy starter regardless of the matchup, though notes he lacks the rushing upside of other top-tier quarterbacks.

If RJ Harvey and J.K. Dobbins remain sidelined, Jonah Coleman becomes a top-20 running back in rankings; he is a talented three-down player with the size to handle a full workload.

Jonathan Taylor remains a top-three to top-four running back in Taylor's rankings. He is a true workhorse who delivered a strong performance with 92 rushing yards, 40 receiving yards on four receptions, and multiple touchdowns. His high-scoring output is considered a team-saver.

Jonathan Brooks appears to have aggravated a groin injury, which is expected to keep him sidelined for at least a week.

Jordan Addison is viewed as a bye-week fill-in option after a five-target game where he failed to produce significant fantasy points.

Despite recording nine targets, Josh Downs is not viewed as a must-start wide receiver. Taylor considers him only a flex option for rosters facing injury or bye-week constraints.

Taylor notes that once Josh Jacobs returns from injury, it remains to be seen if he can overcome the Packers' offensive line struggles.

Taylor advises against starting Keenan Allen until Caleb Williams returns to the lineup, citing concerns about the offense's production without the starting quarterback.

Kenneth Gainwell is seeing significantly less work than Bucky Irving, recording only 23 snaps and 13 routes in their recent game.

Kenneth Walker is praised for an explosive performance featuring 24 carries and 10 targets. Taylor now considers him potentially more valuable than Justin Jefferson in rest-of-season fantasy rankings.

The Chicago backfield is splitting snaps, with Khalil Herbert playing 25 snaps to D'Andre Swift's 50. While Herbert led the team in rushing, he had six fewer carries than Swift.

Taylor identifies Mark Andrews as a very clear play in the absence of Zay Flowers, noting he saw seven targets in his recent game.

Mike Evans sustained a hip injury that is not considered serious but requires monitoring.

Patrick Mahomes is a massive riser in rankings and a must-start quarterback. Taylor notes he looks fully back, showing improved movement and deep-ball accuracy following his ACL injury.

Quentin Johnston saw five targets but managed only one reception for seven yards, highlighting significant efficiency concerns despite the target volume.

Taylor notes that the Browns' backfield usage funneled through Quinshon Judkins, who played 39 snaps and recorded five receptions, marking one of his best games as a receiver.

Rashee Rice has dropped to a WR2 in rest-of-season rankings due to concerns over his usage. Taylor attributes this decline to the Chiefs' improved rushing attack, which has reduced the need for the manufactured touches Rice previously relied on.

Taylor labels Rhamondre Stevenson a sell-high candidate, citing his fumbling issues and a shift in snap share where he played only 20 snaps compared to Trevion Henderson's 33.

RJ Harvey missed the game due to a hamstring injury sustained during practice.

Taylor deems Rome Odunze unstartable, noting that the lack of usage in Week 1 made it clear he should not be in fantasy lineups for Week 2 and beyond.

Taylor notes that Saquon Barkley's injury status is currently unknown and an update is expected tomorrow.

Taylor notes that if Saquon Barkley misses time, Tank Bigsby is the preferred back to own, though he warns he won't be a 'league winner' due to Will Shipley's involvement in the passing game.

Taylor identifies Tee Higgins as a weekly fantasy start, pointing to his 10 targets as part of the Bengals' highly concentrated passing attack.

Taylor expresses deep regret over trading for Travis Etienne Jr., citing poor usage and performance. Etienne played 37 snaps out of 68 and ran only 13 routes out of 39 dropbacks. Taylor feels stuck starting him due to a lack of depth but has no confidence in his trade value.

Despite being 36 years old, Travis Kelce is a top-10 tight end with the potential to climb back into the top five after a 100-yard, one-touchdown performance. Taylor expresses slight hesitation due to age but remains positive on his outlook.

Trevion Henderson is a buy-low candidate with league-winning upside; he out-snapped Rhamondre Stevenson 33 to 20 and is expected to expand his role as he recovers from an ankle injury.

Taylor expresses disappointment in Tucker Kraft's production, attributing his slow start to the need for him to focus on blocking due to a poor offensive line and his recovery from a significant injury.

Tyler Allgeier led the backfield with 32 snaps, though he recorded fewer carries (five) than teammate Jeremiah Love (nine).

Following a seven-target performance, Tyler Warren is recommended as a viable tight end one start.

Taylor highlights that Will Shipley is being used primarily as a receiver, noting he played 39 snaps compared to Tank Bigsby's 26, and will likely steal work from Bigsby if Barkley is out.