Fantasy Flex

NFL Week 2 Player Projections

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Sep 10, 2025
The hosts celebrate the NFL season's start with the 'Cardio King Awards' for players running routes without targets. They analyze surprising player statistics and quarterback projections for upcoming games. Key running backs like Jameer Gibbs and Christian McCaffrey are evaluated for their anticipated workloads. The duo discusses injury impacts on players like DJ Moore and Amon Ra St. Brown, while exploring rookie tight ends' potential. Strategic roster adjustments and prop bets are also key highlights of the lively discussion.
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ADVICE

Reset Projections With Week Two Data

  • Use week two data to reset projections because week one is noisy and based on preseason guesswork.
  • Prioritize fresh usage and route data from week one when updating fantasy ranks.
ANECDOTE

Cardio King Award Origin And Torrey Horton

  • Sean Kerner created the 'Cardio King' award for players running lots of routes with no targets.
  • Torrey Horton ran 17 routes with zero targets and nearly won the first Cardio King.
INSIGHT

Herbert Benefits From Increased Pass Rate

  • Justin Herbert's upside rises if the Chargers sustain a higher pass rate like late last season.
  • Herbert gains extra value from new rookie receivers and remaining rushing ability.
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