Here is a no huddle approach, toward addressing your best starts, and most advisable sits for all 32 teams. Game time is approaching, so we’ll immediately launch into Week 3.
Chiefs at Eagles
Kansas City
Start: Dwayne Bowe
Philadelphia’s 31st ranked pass defense has already surrendered five TDs, and Bowe should add to that total.
Other Starts: Jamaal Charles, Alex Smith (2-QB Leagues)
Sit: Donnie Avery
No other weapons beyond Charles and Bowe will receive enough touches to maintain relevance.
Other Sits: Dexter McCluster
Philadelphia
Start: DeSean Jackson
Even if the Chiefs elect to keep Brandon Flowers locked in on Jackson, he will generate enough success to please his owners.
Other Starts: Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy
Sit: Brent Celek
No other Eagles should be appear in your lineup, as the stingy Chiefs rank third in total defense.
Other Sits: Bryce Brown, Riley Cooper, Jason Avant
Packers at Bengals
Green Bay
Start: James Starks
You outmaneuvered your competitors to get him, and are looking forward to using him. But do not start him as anything beyond an RB3/flex, as his yardage will be limited against the NFL’s seventh ranked rush defense.
Other Starts: Aaron Rodgers, Randall Cobb, Jordy Nelson, Jermichael Finley
Sit: None
Other Sits: None
Cincinnati
Start: Tyler Eifert
The Bengals will encounter their best success by attacking the Packers’ 30th ranked pass defense, and Eifert will be involved.
Other Starts: A. J. Green, Andy Dalton (2-QB Leagues), Giovani Bernard
Sit: BenJarvus Green-Ellis
Bernard is methodically taking over as Cincy’s RB1, and it’s too risky to employ the Law Firm.
Other Sits: Mohamed Sanu
Rams at Cowboys
St. Louis
Start: Sam Bradford
Only five QBs have thrown for more yardage than the 651 that have been accumulated by Bradford. Now he faces the NFL’s 24th ranked pass defense that has already surrendered six TDs.
Other Starts: Daryl Richardson, Tavon Austin, Chris Givens, Jared Cook
Sit: Austin Pettis
He is a surprising second in targets. But Pettis needs to produce against another team besides Atlanta before he should be considered for any lineup.
Other Sits: Isaiah Pead
Dallas
Start: Miles Austin
All of the usual Cowboy starters should be active against a 24th ranked St. Louis defense that has surrendered 391.5 YPG.
Other Starts: Tony Romo, DeMarco Murray, Dez Bryant, Jason Witten
Sit: None
Other Sits: None
Chargers at Titans
San Diego
Start: Philip Rivers
He has been revitalized in Mike McCoy’s offense. He should continue accumulating yardage and TDs against the same Titan defense that just yielded 298 yards and three TDs to Matt Schaub.
Other Starts: Ryan Mathews, Antonio Gates, Eddie Royal
Sit: Danny Woodhead
He was utilized more extensively in Week 2, but his touches need to increase further before you use him.
Other Sits: Vincent Brown, Keenan Allen
Tennessee
Start: Chris Johnson
You were already starting him. But he is listed because no other Titans should be in your lineups.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Kendall Wright
It’s a shame that no WR can truly be trusted with Jake Locker at QB. Because San Diego currently ranks dead last in pass defense.
Other Sits: Jake Locker, Kenny Britt, Delanie Walker
Browns at Vikings
Cleveland
Start: Jordan Cameron
With transition taking place at RB, only Cameron can be trusted this week. Brian Hoyer will need him, and target him most frequently.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Josh Gordon
If he were returning to a lineup that included Brandon Weeden and Trent Richardson, then the forecast would be altered. But for this week at least, there is limited potential for success.
Other Sits: Brian Hoyer, Chris Ogbonnaya, Bobby Rainey, Willis McGahee (if he joins the team), Greg Little
Minnesota
Start: Adrian Peterson
Yes, of course. You are starting him. You will always start him. He is listed here only because all other Vikings will be in this week’s sit category.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Greg Jennings
The chances of Joe Haden taking him completely out of the game are high. Therefore, do not let him into your lineup.
Other Sits: Christian Ponder, Jerome Simpson, Kyle Rudolph
Buccaneers a Patriots
Tampa Bay
Start: Vincent Jackson
It will be wise to attack New England on the ground rather than through the air. But Jackson has earned must start status.
Other Starts: Doug Martin
Sit: Mike Williams
This is not a strong matchup for Williams. The Patriots rank fourth against the pass, and have yielded just two TDs.
Other Sits: Josh Freeman
New England
Start: Julian Edelman
He is the only weapon that Tom Brady has been able to depend on. By a considerable margin.
Other Starts: Tom Brady
Sit: Stevan Ridley
After two disheartening weeks, his owners are certainly justified in deploying other options. He isn’t producing, and neither is the offense that surrounds him.
Other Sits: LeGarrette Blount, Kenbrell Thompkins, Aaron Dobson
Cardinals at Saints
Arizona
Start: Andre Roberts
He still collects enough targets in Bruce Arians’ offense to be employed as a WR3.
Other Starts: Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Floyd
Sit: Carson Palmer
While he will make connections with his receivers, there is still good reason to be wary of using Palmer against the Saints' eighth ranked pass defense. He will spend a good portion of the contest feeling under siege, creating the risk of multiple turnovers.
Other Sits: Rashard Mendenhall
New Orleans
Start: Darren Sproles
Sean Payton has to be aware that the Rams and Lions both scorched Arizona by passing to their RBs. And there is no back who is more effective in that area than Sproles.
Other Starts: Drew Brees, Marques Colston
Sit: Kenny Stills
Keep him stashed on your bench, but do not start him until he is utilized more consistently.
Other Sits: Pierre Thomas, Mark Ingram, Lance Moore
Lions at Redskins
Start: Nate Burleson
He has performed an integral role within Detroit’s seventh ranked passing attack, catching all but one of his 14 targets He could also produce his third TD of the season, against a Washington pass defense that ranks just 23rd , and has yielded six TDs.
Other Starts: Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson, Reggie Bush, Joique Bell
Sit: Brandon Pettigrew
While this offense would appear to be conducive for Pettigrew to be productive, he simply is not.
Other Sits: None
Washington
Start: Jordan Reed
Since starting RG3, Morris and Garcon is obvious, here is a suggestion for something on the opposite end of the spectrum. The rookie has already collected nine targets, and even managed to score his first career TD against Green Bay. Fred Davis was benched during Week 2, and Reed should be involved in the offense against Detroit.
Other Starts: Robert Griffin III, Pierre Garcon, Alfred Morris
Sit: Leonard Hankerson
Other Sits: Josh Morgan, Fred Davis
Giants at Panthers
Start: Eli Manning
He has thrown seven INTs, but is only one yard short of having the NFL’s most passing yardage. He should thrive versus an injury riddled Carolina secondary in a must win game.
Other Starts: Victor Cruz, Hakeem Nicks
Sit: David Wilson
Tom Coughlin isn’t helping his team or Wilson’s confidence by his lingering punishment of the RB. But until he stops the detrimental decision making, keep Wilson on your bench.
Other Sits: Brandon Jacobs, Da’Rel Scott, Rueben Randle
Start: Cam Newton
I have seen suggestions that he should be benched, hence this recommendation. Despite horrid play calling, and a limited number of weapons, he should still produce a favorable amount of total yards against New York’s 20th ranked defense
Other Starts: DeAngelo Williams, Steve Smith, Greg Olsen
Sit: Ted Ginn
The fact that he was involved in the offense last week should not cause you to forget his six years of underwhelming production
Other Sits: Brandon LaFell
Texans at Ravens
Houston
Start: DeAndre Hopkins
We saw several glimpses of his exceptional talent in Week 1, then Hopkins fully unleashed his big play capabilities last Sunday. You can confidently elevate him into your starting lineup.
Other Starts: Arian Foster, Ben Tate, Matt Schaub (2-QB Leagues)
Sit: Owen Daniels
It is best not to rely upon him, due to his inconsistent production.
Other Sits: Garrett Graham
Baltimore
Start: Marlon Brown
Even though Houston ranks fourth in pass defense, they have already surrendered six TDs. Making the 6’5” Brown a candidate to score for the third consecutive week.
Other Starts: Ray Rice, Bernard Pierce, Torrey Smith
Sit: Joe Flacco
At this point, he isn't generating enough yardage or TDs to warrant your trust.
Other Sits: Dallas Clark
Falcons at Dolphins
Atlanta
Start: Jason Snelling
Steven Jackson's absence has simulated some debate whether Snelling or Jacquizz Rodgers is the preferable fantasy option. I recommend Snelling, and it isn't that close. The seven-year veteran amassed more yardage on two carries than Rodgers could manufacture with 11 in Week 2. Which is consistent with Rodgers’ lack of proficiency throughout his career (3.6 YPC). While Snelling will still be forced to split his touches, he should accomplish more with them. Plus, he could easily collect a TD for his owners, since he will capture the coveted goal line touches.
Other Starts: Matt Ryan, Julio Jones, Tony Gonzalez
Sit: Roddy White
I realize that it is very difficult to sit him. But owners have to be patient until he is closer to 100%
Other Sits: Jacquizz Rodgers
Miami
Start: Ryan Tannehill
I would preach caution to anyone who considers employing Tannehill with any regularity. But this week’s excellent matchup with Atlanta cannot be ignored. The Falcons rank a lowly 29th against the pass, and are allowing 347 YPG. Plus, they have already surrendered five TDs through the air. Making Tannehill viable in 2 QB leagues.
Other Starts: Mike Wallace, Brian Hartline, Lamar Miller
Sit: Daniel Thomas
Even though Thomas is somehow being entrusted with touches, he is far too ineffective to be in anyone’s lineup.
Other Sits: None
Bills at Jets
Buffalo
Start: C. J. Spiller
Of course you are going to use the explosive back with whom you invested an early first round pick upon. His matchup with the NFL’s third best run defense will be extremely interesting.
Other Starts: Steve Johnson
Sit: Fred Jackson
The Jets are only permitting 59.5 YPG on the ground, and there is no guarantee that Jackson will be utilized with enough frequency to reward you for starting him.
Other Sits: E. J. Manuel, Robert Woods
New York
Start: None
I still cannot advise owners to start any Jets who perform at the skill positions. If Chris Ivory is allotted a larger workload, he will eventually be a candidate. Santonio Holmes might also elevate into this area, but not this week.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Bilal Powell
He is not doing nearly enough with the opportunities that he has been provided.
Other Sits: Geno Smith, Chris Ivory, Santonio Holmes, Stephen Hill, Kellen Winslow
Colts at 49ers
Indianapolis
Start: Coby Fleener
Fleener's targets jumped from one in the opener, to eight in Week 2 after Dwayne Allen was sidelined. With Allen now out for the year, Fleener should be utilized by Andrew Luck repeatedly, to counteract a pass rush that has already registered six sacks.
Other Starts: Andrew Luck, Reggie Wayne, T. Y. Hilton
Sit: Trent Richardson
It appeared that this was the week for him to get untracked. Now, not so much. A new system, and a very focused 49er defense are enormous factors that you should not ignore.
Other Sits: Donald Brown, Darrius Heyward-Bey
San Francisco
Start: Anquan Boldin
He will rebound significantly from Sunday Night’s forgettable outing.
Other Starts: Colin Kaepernick, Frank Gore, Vernon Davis
Sit: Kyle Williams
No WR beyond Boldin will receive enough targets to matter become a favorable option.
Other Sits: None
Jaguars at Seahawks
Jacksonville
Start: None
Other Starts: None
Did you see what the Seahawks did to Colin Kaepernick and the San Francisco attack? Employ your other options this week.
Sit: Cecil Shorts
I have been a staunch advocate for Shorts. But no member of Jacksonville’s anemic offense should be relied on against Seattle.
Other Sits: Maurice Jones-Drew, Chad Henne, Clay Harbor, Ace Sanders
Seattle
Start: Russell Wilson
Yes, the Seahawks will run extensively. But their defense will also manhandle Jacksonville. Providing Wilson with sufficient opportunities to spearhead the offense, and rack up points.
Other Starts: Marshawn Lynch, Golden Tate,
Sit: Sidney Rice
It is unsafe to depend upon him to garner enough receptions. Even in this encounter.
Other Sits: Doug Baldwin, Zach Miller
Bears at Steelers
Chicago
Start: Martellus Bennett
He already has amassed three TDs, and should remain in your lineups.
Other Starts: Matt Forte, Brandon Marshall
Sit: Jay Cutler
Even if you are in a 2 QB league, avoid the temptation to use him against Pittsburgh’s ninth ranked pass defense
Other Sits: Michael Bush, Alshon Jeffery
Pittsburgh
Start: None
You have no business starting any member of the NFL’s 31st ranked offense.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Antonio Brown
33 WRs have generated more yardage than Brown, who also became just the latest participant in a confrontation with Todd Haley
Other Sits: Ben Roethlisberger, Felix Jones, Isaac Redman, Jonathan Dwyer, Emmanuel Sanders
Raiders at Broncos
Oakland
Start: Darren McFadden
He will not replicate his Week 2 production in Denver, but should amass enough total yards to justify a start.
Other Starts: None
Sit: Terrelle Pryor
He can be utilized as a QB2 in certain matchups, but this is not one of them.
Other Sits: Rod Streeter, Denarius Moore, Marcel Reece, Mychal Rivera
Denver
Start: Wes Welker
Peyton Manning’s top four receiving weapons will all create difficult matchups, but none more than Welker
Other Starts: Peyton Manning, Demaryius Thomas, Eric Decker, Julius Thomas
Sit: Knowshon Moreno
The RB committee places massive constraints upon his production
Other Sits: Montee Ball, Ronnie Hillman
