Dive into the strategic world of fantasy football with insights on crucial start and sit decisions. Discover why Jared Goff is a player to watch this week, while Trevor Lawrence may be better left on the bench. Learn about players worth stashing for future gains and those to drop from your roster, including Kirk Cousins. This week’s analysis covers potential risks and rewards, helping you navigate your fantasy lineup with confidence.
Jared Goff and Isaiah Pacheco are highlighted as strong starts for Week 2 due to favorable matchups against struggling defenses.
Trevor Lawrence and Rashad White are advised to be benched based on their poor performances and tough matchups this week.
Deep dives
Key Starts for Week Two
Highlighting key player recommendations for fantasy football, Jared Goff is identified as a strong start against the Buccaneers, benefiting from their poor performance against the pass and being historically effective in previous matchups. Running back Isaiah Pacheco is also recommended due to the Bengals' defensive struggles, as he has performed well against them in the past and will likely thrive in a positive game script. At wide receiver, Malik Neighbors is deemed a promising option, contingent on his health, especially given the favorable matchup against the Commanders' defense, which allowed significant fantasy points to wide receivers in the prior week. Tight end Kyle Pitts is suggested for his potential breakout performance in a high-scoring game, following a solid separation win rate, indicating he has a good chance to produce significant fantasy points.
Players to Sit This Week
Trevor Lawrence is flagged as a player to sit against the tough Browns defense, following a disappointing performance against the Dolphins and facing a low projected point total for the game. Running back Rashad White has been inefficient in his recent game, and with a matchup against a Lions team that historically limits fantasy points to running backs, he is considered a risky play this week. George Pickens is pointed out as a risky option as well, with concerns about his route participation percentages and facing a strong Broncos secondary, which significantly limited receivers in the previous week. Tight end Evan Ingram is noted for his struggles and unfavorable matchup against the Browns, leading to a recommendation against starting him unless absolutely necessary.
Stash and Quit Recommendations
For stashes, Kamani Vidal is highlighted as a potential breakout player considering the uncertainty surrounding JK Dobbins' performance and Gus Edwards’ struggles, making him an attractive option later in the season. Tyron Tracy Jr. is mentioned as another stash, particularly if the Giants season takes a turn for the worse, which could lead to opportunities for younger players. On the quit list, Kirk Cousins is suggested for dropping due to his poor performance and low ceiling in standard leagues, alongside Dalton Schultz, who has shown inconsistency and does not warrant a roster spot given the emergence of other tight end options. The focus emphasizes maintaining bench spots for high-upside players rather than holding onto those with limited potential.
Boone goes over his favorite starts and sits at every position, a couple preemptive stashes, and the players you should consider dropping before Week 2.
Week 2 Starts (0:55)
Week 2 Sits (5:20)
Week 2 Stashes (9:15)
Week 2 Quits (13:40)
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