Week 3 Rankings | All Positions & All Games! | 2026 Fantasy Football Advice

Aaron Rodgers maintains a consistently low interception rate because he prefers to throw the ball away rather than force it into coverage, which limits the turnover upside for opposing defenses.

Antonio Gibson faces a tough matchup against the Jaguars and is not expected to perform well, serving only as a low-end RB2/flex option.

Brian Thomas Jr. should be avoided this week due to an expected shadow matchup against Christian Gonzalez. Projections are low-end, with six targets resulting in only three receptions for 37 yards.

Bryce Young is a quality streaming option for Week 3, currently ranked as the QB15 with potential for an upward adjustment in his projection.

Bucky Irving remains a viable RB2 start due to consistent involvement and a solid role in the receiving game. While there is some uncertainty regarding goal-line usage with Sean Tucker healthy, Irving's overall volume keeps him in the starting conversation.

C.J. Stroud is a viable streaming quarterback for Week 3 against the Colts' poor defense, with a projected performance of 270 yards and two touchdowns.

Chris Rodriguez remains in the running back rotation but is not recommended for starting lineups. He is currently projected as the RB29 and faces a difficult matchup.

Chuba Hubbard is a must-start RB12 for Week 3, with projections of 16 carries, 77 yards, and a strong chance at a touchdown.

DJ Moore is considered a strong start if active this week. The team is capable of winning without him, suggesting he will only be on the field if he is healthy enough to contribute effectively.

Dalton Schultz is recommended as a streaming tight end option for Week 3. Additionally, he is cited as a historical reference for the Bengals' defensive tendency to filter a high volume of targets to the tight end position.

Darren Waller is a risky streaming option currently ranked as the TE23; while he is not projecting well overall, he remains a featured red-zone weapon with touchdown upside.

Denzel Boston is projecting as a flex play for Week 3 and is expected to play a high volume of snaps, though he is not considered a mandatory start.

Devin Singletary's fantasy outlook is clouded by a crowded backfield, with Cooper Rush expressing concern about the usage of multiple running backs.

DK Metcalf faces a difficult matchup against the Bengals' corners, which is expected to limit his efficiency despite a solid projection of 8.9 targets and 4.3 receptions. While he is generally considered a startable player for Week 3, his efficiency is a concern in this specific defensive matchup.

Drake London is a recommended start due to the positive matchup and the return of Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback; he is projected for 5.5 receptions and 73 yards.

Drake Maye is a low-end streaming option (QB14) who will likely be forced to drop back frequently against the Jaguars, though he lacks significant fantasy appeal.

There is a desire for Emanuel Wilson to receive approximately seven touches per week to help manage Kenneth Walker III's health and workload.

Garrett Wilson is a must-start player who should see plenty of targets in a trailing game script against a favorable matchup for wide receivers.

Jameis Winston is not recommended as a streaming option, as the game script suggests the Giants will lean on their running backs to limit his passing attempts.

Jameson Williams is a fringe flex option (WR28) with a low floor of roughly two receptions for 37 yards, but he remains a viable play for his big-play upside.

Jared Goff is a recommended fantasy starter, benefiting from the Lions being touchdown favorites at home.

Jaylen Warren is a recommended start if Rico Dowdle is ruled out. Even if Dowdle plays, Warren is considered a low-end RB2 option, though Cooper Rush is not overly enthusiastic about the situation.

Jordan Addison should be benched. His target share has not been consistent, and his production has been poor so far this season, making him an unreliable fantasy option until he shows significant improvement.

Jordan Love is a strong start at quarterback, currently ranked as a low-end QB1 with a favorable schedule of matchups over the next five weeks.

Justin Herbert should be benched in favor of streaming options; while the system has potential, it is currently failing to produce, and he is projected only as the QB16.

Justin Jefferson is a must-start player. His target volume is expected to increase significantly if Aaron Jones is sidelined, as the offense would rely heavily on Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson.

Kayshon Boutte is a viable flex play for Week 3, particularly in leagues with three wide receivers or multiple flex spots, due to his continued ascension in targets, usage, and downfield ability against a weak Colts defense.

Khalil Shakir lacks weekly upside due to a crowded rotation involving Keon Coleman and Joshua Palmer, with Dalton Kincaid's increased involvement further eating into his target share.

Kyle Pitts is a bench candidate; Nick advises waiting to see how he is utilized with Michael Penix Jr. back. He should be avoided on Thursday night in favor of higher-upside streaming options like Ronda Gadston, and he is ranked below Pat Freiermuth for the week due to a better matchup for the latter.

Kyler Murray is a viable streaming option (ranked QB9-13) who is expected to play, though his performance remains uncertain as the offense is unproven under his leadership. He is viewed more as a streaming candidate than a strong weekly start.

Despite the risk of a setback from cracked ribs, Ladd McConkey is a recommended start because the Chargers will likely be playing from behind and forced to throw late in the game.

MarShawn Lloyd is a bench candidate as he splits early-down work with Caleb Johnson and Chris Brooks in the Packers' backfield, limiting his fantasy upside.

Michael Pittman Jr. is currently projected to be out for the upcoming week due to injury. His status will be monitored through Friday and Saturday, but he should be considered unavailable for lineup planning at this time.

Michael Wilson is projected to perform better than Marvin Harrison Jr. but remains only a low-end flex option that does not need to be started.

Mike Evans is a recommended start, but his status must be monitored due to ongoing injury concerns. His availability is a key factor for the Buccaneers' passing attack.

Najee Harris's fantasy outlook is clouded by a crowded backfield, with Cooper Rush expressing concern about the usage of multiple running backs, including Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary.

Parker Washington is a recommended weekly start who should be locked into lineups; he is expected to avoid Christian Gonzalez's coverage because the team moves him around the formation. He is also noted as a middle-round draft pick useful for roster depth.

Pat Freiermuth is a recommended start and waiver wire pickup due to the team's stated goal of increasing his involvement. He is currently projected as a top-10 to top-14 tight end with a safe floor of 3-4 receptions and 47 yards, with potential for a top-7 finish if he scores. Cooper Rush explicitly recommends starting him over Kyle Pitts due to a very favorable matchup.

Rhamondre Stevenson faces a difficult matchup against the Jaguars (29th for rush attempts allowed). While he is trusted in pass protection and for consistency on short-yardage drives, he remains a low-end RB2/flex option.

Rico Dowdle's injury status remains uncertain, which directly dictates the start/sit decision for Jaylen Warren. Cooper Rush notes that if Dowdle is out, Warren becomes an obvious start.

Sam Darnold is projected to be the starting quarterback for the Seahawks this week.

T.J. Hockenson is a strong streaming option due to a number one ranked matchup for tight ends against the Buccaneers. His target volume is expected to remain high, especially if Aaron Jones is sidelined.

Trevor Lawrence is a touchdown-dependent start who is not fully trusted for this week's matchup. Projections sit at 212 passing yards and 1.8 touchdowns.

Tucker Kraft is a recommended start following a 98% snap share last week; he is expected to remain highly involved in the Packers' offense despite potential competition from other tight ends.

Tyler Warren is a recommended start for Week 3; while he lacks a downfield role, he is expected to be involved in the red zone and utilized on screen plays and quick passes.

Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s fantasy outlook is clouded by a crowded backfield, with Cooper Rush expressing concern about the usage of multiple running backs, including Devin Singletary and Najee Harris.