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FantasyPros - Week 2 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings & Tiers: Studs, Sleepers, and Must-Starts (Ep. 1698)

Sep 11, 2025
Guest
Andrew Erickson
Guest
Pat Fitzmaurice
Pat Fitzmaurice, a fantasy football analyst, and Andrew Erickson, known for his matchup insights, dive into Week 2's wide receiver rankings. They dissect standout performances and potential overreactions, focusing on players like A.J. Brown and Nico Collins. The duo debates trade value between stars like Brown and Jamar Chase, while highlighting critical matchups that could impact rankings. Their lively discussion also features players expected to bounce back, ensuring listeners are well-prepared for their fantasy lineups.
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INSIGHT

Avoid Overreacting To Week 1 Results

  • The hosts warn against blanket overreactions after Week 1 and stress measured adjustments to rankings.
  • They frame Week 2 as deciding which early performances are repeatable versus fluky.
ADVICE

Use Consensus Ranks And Streams

  • Check expert consensus ECR at fantasypros.com/rankings before setting lineups.
  • Use accuracy contest results and rank streams to validate your start/sit decisions.
INSIGHT

Top-12 Receivers Are Stable Starters

  • Top-12 receivers are all reliable starts despite week-to-week noise.
  • Rank differences within the top 12 matter less than consistent target share and role.
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