Chaka
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Week 3 2025 who should I start thread **OFFICIALLY UNOFFICIAL** (1 Viewer)
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Chaka
Footballguy
I probably go Doubs and hope that the passing game in GB condenses. Harris and Judkins arguably have worse matchups than Doubs and I am not sure of either's upside ATM. I would be tempted to go with Judkins over Najee under the shiny new toy principle. But, my guess is you'll be playing with the box the toy came in by the end of the game.
Doubs>Najee>Judkins
Chaka
Footballguy
Matchups please, bruh.
This is a tough one.
Probably Breece because I consider him the most talented and with Cancey gone and the Bucs having played two very hard contested games, the last on a short week, they may just be a little depleted.
Probably Etienne next just because he has been hitting on the big plays so far which, I generally lean towards but, I think Pollard's workload is more secure.
Breece>Etienne>Pollard
Chaka
Footballguy
Wow. It's only week two and we're getting Wan'Dale over Nico and Jones over Hurts questions. I love it!
I am starting Jones over Bo Nix this week and I can't argue if you do the same with Hurts. The Eagles passing game has been anemic and it's a tough matchup but, man it's tough to bench him with his rush TD potential. But, Jones has some of that too...
My only real concern with Jones is that this could just be a feed J. Taylor game and, I think that is a good possibility but, I'm still starting Jones over Nix myself.
If you can handle the risk and not get sick seeing 30 points on your bench
Jones>Hurts
If not
Hurts>Jones
Sorry, wish I could be more decisive.
Chaka
Footballguy
On this one, I am [ETA: NOT] willing to take the risk. Are you? Think about how much it sucks seeing a big score on your bench from a presumed starter over a guy you had a gut feeling about.
But, Wan'Dale's target share feels legitimate to me and, in full PPR I think you'll get enough out of him for it to not be a terrible day.
After typing this all out I think I waffled. That's how close this is so, your gut>>>>my gut.
Sutton>Wan'Dale
Chaka
Footballguy
I think I have to go with Ridley just because of process of elimination. I expect Kraft to at least be hobbled a bit, ala Bowers last week and we have zero idea what to expect from JCM.
If you have a high risk tolerance go with JCM, otherwise
Ridley>JCM>Kraft
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I'm spooked by Bowers last week and worry it will happen to Kraft this week. At least with Warren they removed the Q tag, Kraft still carries it.
Warren>Kraft
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Allgeier pretty easy because of the matchup.
Allgeier>Benson
Chaka
Footballguy
By a small margin Fannin is 3rd in targets with 14 (Jeudy 16, Tillman 15). He's fourth in snap share at 67% (Njoku is at 83%, Jeudy & Tillman higher still). The Browns distribute the ball a ton and they also have a much tougher matchup
Pacheco has been terrible but, if the Chiefs are going to rally it's going to be tonight against a Giants D that has been one of the worst in the league against the run over two games (crappy sample size but, it's all we got).
Personally my gut is telling me Pacheco gets off the scoring schneid (which means it will probably be Hunt).
Pacheco>Fannin
Chaka
Footballguy
Pass of Freiermuth. He always has a game where you think "Yeah, things are finally turning around for him..." and that could be any week but, it will cost you more games trying to capture that then it will win you when it happens.
I might risk it on Thronton with Worthy out another week. I mean, it's still the best QB in the league (fine, top 3) and who else is catching the ball in KC?
Mooney is probably the safe play. He's a few more weeks removed from his shoulder injury, even if that does still worry me, and may be a bigger part of the game. But, Bijan and Allgeier may end up running the ball 40 times this week.
Thornton>Mooney>Freiermuth
Standard scoring non-ppr leaague:
Kraft vs CLE - Expected to play, but will he be a factor
Hockenson vs CIN - Has been a complete dud through 2 weeks; Does he finally turn it around this week; Most of the experts say yes and have him ranked fairly high
I can also drop Hockenson and pickup Juwan Johnson.
As always, thanks in advance for all the replies.
Kraft vs CLE - Expected to play, but will he be a factor
Hockenson vs CIN - Has been a complete dud through 2 weeks; Does he finally turn it around this week; Most of the experts say yes and have him ranked fairly high
I can also drop Hockenson and pickup Juwan Johnson.
As always, thanks in advance for all the replies.
jm192
Footballguy
Agree with others on Fannin.
I don't see how we can feel good about rolling Pacheco out there.
Chaka
Footballguy
Your opponent's QB shouldn't concern you IMO.
Personally, based on matchup I like Ferguson. I don't think Dak throws another 50 passes but I think Ferguson could still do okay on 6-7 targets.
Conner has a better shot at a TD but, it feels like a tough roadie and, I've always kinda been a Conner denier even though he has proven me wrong for the last four seasons, eventually I will be right. That's math. But the run game in Arizona is off to a slow start and the Niners are still a strong defense at home.
Ferguson>Conner
jm192
Footballguy
If Kratft plays, I'm starting Kraft.
As far as the drop, that's REALLY tough. I think Johnson has a real chance to keep the volume and be a factor all year. Hockenson may bounce back, but he's looked slower than me and I'm 37 and out of shape.
Chaka
Footballguy
I worry that Kraft will be limited. Also, the Pack should handle the Browns so maybe he gets some early rest.
My thoughts on Hock this week: Cincinnati has a bad defense and, I think the offense will still be able to move the ball and put up points. With Addison out one more game and, Aaron Jones out as well the passing game is condensed. And, with Darrisaw back Wentz will have a little more time to find his check down & safety valve throws.
I really like what Juwan has done so far and he may be a smart pick up over Hock but, if Hock is going to do anything things are lining up for this to be the week.
That being said Juwan's target share is so tantalizing, it could be a mirage but, it doesn't feel that way.
Juwan>Hock>Kraft
Long Ball Larry
Footballguy
Swift vs DAL with a funky hammy but supposed to play at 425
Or
Ford vs GB at 1:00
No other options after 1:00 to an ensure that swift plays. Seems like I have to to roll the dice on that but it feels terrible
Or
Ford vs GB at 1:00
No other options after 1:00 to an ensure that swift plays. Seems like I have to to roll the dice on that but it feels terrible
Chaka
Footballguy
Ford got a more usage than I realized last week and 6 targets are tempting but, that is a brutal matchup. Does he really have much upside? TD upside?
Swift has become a much tougher player than he was during his Detroit days. If he plays I still think he has a good chance at 15+ opportunities. And he has TD upside. He's not sexy but, IMO opportunity is king.
Swift>Ford
Connor has been been one of the most underated fantasy players for many years.
If I have him and he's healthy,I start him
Tough call
But I'd probably go with the player I know is in the lineup
And hammy's can be tricky
Hurl Bruce
Footballguy
Ridley or Kraft PPR?
jm192
Footballguy
Ferguson.
Connor hasn't been great on a per touch basis. He's been saved by TD's. I question if at age 30, he's slowing down. And Benson has looked explosive. I expect his touches to continue to rise.
Cowboys and Bears should lead to a lot of fireworks. Dak will throw a lot. Ferguson is averaging 9 targets and.7 receptions through two games. In full PPR, give me him.
jm192
Footballguy
Ridley.
Compared to other TE's, I'd probably go ahead with Kraft. The spot is such a crap shoot after the first handful.
But in a flex spot with a solid option, I'd put more consideration onto whether or not he's going to be limited snap wise.
jm192
Footballguy
I think Judkins sees even more work and Samson still sees some passing game work. I would expect Ford to see less work this week. I'd take my chances with Swift.
Chaka
Footballguy
Kraft
jm192
Footballguy
Give me JCM in the 1st one. No Ekeler. I suspsect Washington will try to run a lot today. Mariotta is "ok" as far as backups go.
Warren for TE. His injury never seemed like he wouldn't play.
Allgier: matchups. I think ATL is more likely to be running out the clock late.
Chaka
Footballguy
I think I like Pittman a little more than Ridley mostly because I expect the Colts to win. They might end up running all day but, I think Pittman will have better quality opportunities because of it.
I'm really impressed with Dobbins so far this year and I guess he might have some extra juice against the Chargers but, that's a trap every year I forget not to fall into. And I fell into it again last week with DK Metcalf. That Chargers D is tough to run against and I don't think the loss of Mack impacts that so much. It's still tough though because it really looks like Dobbins is going to get 15+ opportunities and that is so important.
It's a real coin toss between Pittman and Dobbins for me and I could vacillate a bunch on it.
Pittman>Dobbins>Ridley
Chaka
Footballguy
Omarion is really difficult to trust ATM.
Chubb has been running okay although, a reporter asked Todd Bowles last week if the Bucs let Chubb score that TD before the two minute warning and Bowles dodged the answer. I think it is entirely possible they did; Houston was in field goal range, allowing him to score gave the Bucs 2+ minutes & 4 potential clock stoppages to go down the field. Also, teams have not been running on the Jags so far this season, they seem more vulnerable to the pass. Ultimately, Chubb is the starter in Houston and he doesn't have an injury designation so, he's a viable start over Swift.
Swift has a better matchup but, yeah he has a quad injury and we don't know how bad it is. Vegas says this will be the second highest scoring matchup of the week (Det/Bal), I don't know how often they're right about that stuff but, it should be noted.
Personally I am a bit of a Swift Fanboy, even though there is no reason to be at this point. I don't think I could start Chubb over him if it were my team. However, that's clearly bias, I think the smart move is probably
Chubb>Swift
Chaka
Footballguy
Matchups please, bruh.
IDK how to feel about Ricky with Mac Jones at QB because he loved Jauan so much last week. However, I see one report that Jauan is Out and one that says he is "Not on track to play" so, other than about 20 targets to CMC who else is Mac going to throw to?
IDK which Steeler offense is going to show up any given week and I am disappointed, so far with DK's volume
Pearsall>DK
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Deebo has been too good and, maybe he gets a few more carries this week with Ekeler out
Deebo>Pearsall
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Tough, tough call but Ladd feels like a complimentary piece so far this season with Keenan looking five years younger and the apple of Herbert's eye.
Pearsall>Ladd
Ray Barboni
Footballguy
Worth the risk to start a hobbled Tucker Kraft @ CLE? or stay "safe" and roll with Njoku in the same game?
TEP
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Chaka
Footballguy
Chaka
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Chaka
Footballguy
Tough call. Njoku is getting over 80% of the snap share (16% more than Fannin) but he's tied for fourth in targets with 11. 5.5 targets/game isn't bad for a TE but, the Browns do like to distribute the ball. On the plus side they should have to pass plenty today.
Kraft's injury apparently scares me more than many others around here. He's probably the better fantasy player but, I see a game where the Packers should control the tempo and, maybe Kraft isn't pushed too hard or for too long.
Njoku>Kraft
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
Thanks man, I am rolling with DK and Terry now!
My_Bench_Scores_More
Footballguy
Egbuka vs. NYJ
Experiencing last minute jitters. Thinking of giving AJ (vs LAR) the start.
Experiencing last minute jitters. Thinking of giving AJ (vs LAR) the start.
Chaka
Footballguy
With Jauan Jennings trending out. I probably sit Wilson with Tyrod. I think it may be a closer game than some thing but, I just can't trust these Jets ATM.
Wilson could see 12 targets low quality targets, like Olave and, he's a starter... but I like your other options more
AJ/Picken/Pearsall>Wilson
Chaka
Footballguy
BLOCKED_PUNT
Footballguy
thanks 4 the heads yo bud
My_Bench_Scores_More
Footballguy
... and regretting that I did.
If Brown doesn't give me meaningful points in the 2nd half, I'm not only benching him — I'm dropping him.
My_Bench_Scores_More
Footballguy
Well, there he is! Perhaps he read my post, and realized he'd better get moving! 
My_Bench_Scores_More
Footballguy
True to my username, my bench is out-performing my Starters.
I was going to bench Jacobs and start K. Williams.... should have/could have!
I was going to bench Jacobs and start K. Williams.... should have/could have!
My_Bench_Scores_More
Footballguy
Of course, AJ finally has a decent game... only for it to get offset by Lamb ruled Out before he could even get a target.Well, there he is! Perhaps he read my post, and realized he'd better get moving!
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