SNF REAX + Week 2 Fantasy Takeaways

Aaron Jones is operating as the clear lead back for the Vikings, playing 90% of snaps at halftime and finishing with 23 carries. Matt Harmon views him as a top-15 running back, noting that with limited depth behind him—DJ Dallas as a special teams player and Damond Claiborne as a sub-190-pound rookie—this will be the 'Aaron Jones show' for as long as he can handle the workload.

Pierce left the game with a heel injury on the same heel he had surgery on earlier this season; Harmon is bracing for bad news following further evaluation.

The Saints are utilizing multiple running backs, which may indicate that Alvin Kamara is not performing as well as expected or that the team simply prefers a committee approach.

Matt Harmon notes that Braylon Allen is receiving critical goal-line and short-yardage work, which limits Breece Hall's touchdown upside, though Allen's overall volume remains low.

Matt Harmon argues that Breece Hall looks healthy and explosive, noting he has received 20 touches in back-to-back games. Despite a lack of touchdowns, he remains a high-value asset in a competent offense.

Matt Harmon expresses frustration with Thomas Jr.'s usage, noting he is primarily running clear-out routes and is barely playing in non-11 personnel sets, with Travis Hunter seeing more snaps in those packages.

Caleb Williams suffered a hamstring injury while scrambling at the end of the game. While he was seen walking without a limp, Hayden Winks notes that his fantasy value is heavily tied to his ability to buy time and scramble; even if he returns quickly, his mobility may be compromised, which is a core component of his playstyle.

Chris Olave is performing as a 'stud' and a clear focal point of the Saints' passing attack, recording 10 targets, eight receptions, and 86 yards in the latest game. Matt Harmon considers him a fringe top-20 player and notes that he is one of the few receivers fantasy managers would want to prioritize right now.

Chris Olave is a stud who is performing at a high level, evidenced by 23 targets through two games and significant yardage left on the field due to drops and penalties; he is a fringe top-20 receiver.

Matt Harmon states that Chris Rodriguez is not relevant for fantasy purposes and would require an injury to the starter to see meaningful work, as he is not even receiving goal-line touches.

Ray Garvin is in 'full panic mode' regarding Colston Loveland, who has recorded only one reception for three yards through two games. Despite being drafted in the fourth round, Loveland is being used primarily as a blocker rather than a receiver, including a critical play at the end of the game where he was tasked with blocking Dallas Turner instead of running a route.

Dalton Schultz saw heavy volume in garbage time, recording 10 receptions for 140 yards on 14 targets, benefiting from the Texans' reliance on the middle of the field.

Matt Harmon notes a significant performance gap has emerged between Chris Olave and Drake London, despite London being drafted earlier in the second round compared to Olave's third-round ADP.

J.K. Dobbins is dealing with a hamstring injury and has struggled with pass protection and overall efficiency, putting his lead-back status in jeopardy.

Jalen Waddle rebounded with 10 targets, 8 receptions, and 138 yards; while he shows high upside, his role may be more boom-or-bust than expected due to a high ADOT and reliance on explosive plays.

Matt Harmon praises Joe Burrow's performance, noting he played through a back injury and looked back to his best self, creating plays under pressure and connecting for two touchdowns with Ja'Marr Chase.

Jonah Coleman is a priority waiver wire add due to his pass-protection skills and potential to seize the lead-back role in Denver if J.K. Dobbins misses time due to his hamstring injury.

Taylor is the engine of the Colts' offense, showing no ceiling in fantasy due to strong run-blocking and consistent involvement as a receiver (4 catches for 40 yards).

Downs is a 'stud' and a locked-in every-week WR3 who leads the Colts in routes and targets; he is the primary reliable option in the Colts' passing game.

Matt Harmon is worried about Justin Herbert's feel for the new offense, noting he is forcing throws, missing reads, and struggling with accuracy when under pressure or when the play structure breaks down.

Matt Harmon notes that Kalief Raymond is a 'pesky' player who will have an impact all year due to his familiarity with the system and ability to find soft spots in zone coverage. While his ADOT is low (1.4 yards), he is consistently being utilized in the short areas, which may be creating an overlap in skill sets with Luther Burden.

Allen is struggling to maintain a significant role, with Laquan Treadwell running more routes than him; Harmon notes it is 'not looking great' for Allen.

Walker is the primary engine of the Chiefs' offense, recording 24 carries for 117 yards and adding 10 targets, which Harmon notes has fundamentally changed the team's offensive identity.

Luther Burden is struggling to secure a consistent role, playing 55% of snaps at halftime in a rotation that includes Kalief Raymond. Matt Harmon suspects Burden is not 100% healthy following a training camp injury, and he has struggled with execution, including a near-interception on a play where he wasn't expecting the ball.

Mark Andrews is viewed as a strong fantasy play, having looked good in the recent game despite leaving some yardage on the field due to penalties. Ray Garvin notes that with the Ravens lacking other reliable options to take pressure off Lamar Jackson, Andrews remains a primary target.

Matt Harmon believes Marshawn Lloyd is 'done' after a poor performance and a fumble that led to him being benched for the remainder of the game. He advises against starting him.

Matt Harmon notes that the Texans' offense struggles significantly without Nico Collins, and with reports suggesting a potential multi-week absence, the entire Houston offense is difficult to trust.

Matt Harmon describes the Jacksonville passing game as the 'Parker Washington show,' noting he was awesome and remains the primary target, even suggesting he is approaching fringe top-15 wide receiver status.

Mahomes delivered a monster performance with 382 yards and three touchdowns in an overtime win, showing the Chiefs' offense is coming together and capable of pushing the ball downfield.

Rice's target share has dropped to 14% as the Chiefs shift to a more ground-and-pound approach; Harmon suggests he is better utilized as a low-usage, high-yield YAC player rather than a high-volume target.

Rashad Bateman is stepping up into the Zay Flowers role for the Ravens, though the team struggles to find secondary options when the primary target is covered.

Tee Higgins served as the team's leading receiver with 10 targets and 95 yards, showing strong chemistry with Joe Burrow on key third-down conversions.

Matt Harmon and Ray Garvin express significant concern over Travis Etienne's usage, noting he is not being utilized as a workhorse back. Etienne is losing third and fourth-down snaps to CJ Donaldson and is splitting early-down work with Alvin Kamara. Harmon suggests he may already be a 'coping corner' candidate, as the team does not seem to view him as a bell cow.

Kelce looks more explosive and is turning back the clock, recording more games with 60+ yards after the catch in the first two weeks of 2026 than in the entire 2024 and 2025 seasons combined.

Trey Tucker is a key playmaker for the Raiders, recording a 40-yard touchdown and a 42-yard gain, proving his value as a deep threat despite an early-game slip.

Warren remains a TE1, but Harmon notes his ceiling has been shaved off and prefers Dalton Kincaid over him at this stage.