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Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason is in line for a heavy workload in Week 3. Signed this offseason, Mason has already logged 24 carries for 98 yards through two games, and with Aaron Jones Sr. landing on injured reserve, the backfield is now his to lead. Mason proved last year with the 49ers that he can handle volume, producing 667 yards and three touchdowns on 128 carries across seven starts in 2024. Now he draws a favorable matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have allowed the third-most half-PPR fantasy points to running backs early this season. With both opportunity and matchup working in his favor, Mason profiles as a high-end RB2 with RB1 upside in Week 3.

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Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor turned in a huge outing in a Week 2 win over the Denver Broncos. Taylor rushed for 165 yards on 25 carries while adding two receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown in the close win. The veteran running back will now turn his attention to a Tennessee Titans defense that is allowing the 10th-most fantasy points per game to opposing running backs through two games. The Colts have given Taylor a monster workload thus far in 2025, as he has gotten 43 of the 55 carries that have gone to running backs. Taylor can be trusted as a top-10 fantasy running back heading into Week 3.

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud III did not record a catch in Week 2 and garnered only two targets in the 22-6 victory over the Vikings. The Falcons leaned on their running backs in that one, with Michael Penix Jr. attempting just 21 passes and completing only 13 of them. With Darnell Mooney (shoulder) back on the field, it relegated McCloud to the fifth option in the passing attack, and he played just 23 percent of the snaps, which will limit his viability for fantasy in games that feature a run-heavy game script and a full complement of pass catchers. That could happen again in Week 3 with Atlanta as five-point favorites in Carolina. Also, with both Mooney and Kyle Pitts Sr. (toe) heading into the weekend without injury designations, there won't be many targets for the 28-year-old McCloud to absorb. Even if Penix throws 42 times like he did in the opener, the seventh-year pro is likely only to catch a few passes at most and is not a threat to score. That leaves McCloud as nothing more than a risky Flex dart throw in PPR leagues and a speculative GPP option.

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Indianapolis Colts running back DJ Giddens was minimally involved in a Week 2 win over the Denver Broncos. Giddens did not receive a carry and was unable to haul in his lone target while Jonathan Taylor hogged most of the backfield work, totalling 27 touches. The Colts will head on the road to face off against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3, a team with a run defense that is allowing the 10th-most fantasy points per game to opposing running backs through two weeks. That being said, Giddens is unlikely to see much work this weekend unless the Colts get out to a big lead, leaving him as nothing more than a backend roster stash as a handcuff in fantasy leagues.

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Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins could see his workload expand in Week 3. Despite playing just 26% of the snaps in his NFL debut, the second-round pick made the most of his touches, rushing 10 times for 61 yards against a tough Ravens defense. With the Browns searching for a spark offensively, Judkins has a real chance to carve out a larger role moving forward. This week's matchup, however, is far from ideal. The Green Bay Packers have allowed the second-fewest rushing yards to running backs in 2025, holding strong offenses like Detroit and Washington in check. While Judkins' talent and potential usage bump are encouraging, the difficult matchup caps his upside. For Week 3, Judkins should be viewed as a risky FLEX option rather than a locked-in starter.

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones is off to a hot start in 2025, having thrown for 588 yards and two touchdowns while adding three rushing touchdowns. Jones will look to keep it going in a road matchup against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3. The Titans have struggled on defense thus far through two games, allowing 26.5 points per game while notching just two sacks, 30th-most in the league. Jones doesn't have a historically sterling reputation as a fantasy option thanks to his up-and-down tenure as the quarterback of the New York Giants, but he's trustworthy to start as a high-end QB2 heading into Week 3.

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Tennessee Titans running back Julius Chestnut is not expected to have a significant role in their Week 3 match against the Colts. Through the first two games of the season, Chestnut has been pushed up to the depth chart with Tyjae Spears (ankle) on the IR. However, starter Tony Pollard has taken a vast majority of the snaps, which has left Chestnut to be the clear No. 2. Through two games, Pollard has logged 89% of the team's snaps while Chestnut has seen the other 11%. During this stretch, Chestnut has taken just two rushing attempts, both of which came in Week 1. In Week 2, he saw just seven offensive snaps but did run five routes, a slight increase from the two he ran the week prior. With Pollard slated to take on a significant workload once again and rookie Kalel Mullings (ankle) in the mix to make his professional debut, Chestnut should not be trusted in any redraft or DFS competitions this weekend.

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Tennessee Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo projects to carry TE2 value in a Week 3 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. While the former fourth-round pick has been deployed as their clear TE1 throughout the opening weeks, he has not produced much on the box score, catching just seven total passes. In Week 1, Okonkwo brought in three of his four targets for 19 yards. In Week 2, the tight end took a step forward, bringing in four of his six targets for 35 yards. Despite this, Okonkwo still saw fewer targets than top wideouts Calvin Ridley and Elic Ayomanour. Given that Okonkwo sits firmly as Cam Ward's No. 3 target in the passing attack, managers should view him as a TE2 in a Week 3 matchup against the Colts. Through two weeks, the Colts have allowed the seventh-fewest PPR points to opposing TEs.

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Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Elic Ayomanor carries a sleeper FLEX appeal heading into a Week 3 title against the Indianapolis Colts. The fourth-round rookie was competing for a role throughout training camp and the preseason, and has already emerged as a full-time player in the offense. In Week 1, Ayomanor saw an impressive seven targets, but was only able to catch two for a mere 13 yards, facing a tough Denver secondary. Then in Week 2, Ayomanor was able to find the back of the end zone for the first time in his career and bring in four of his six targets for 56 yards against a potent Los Angeles Rams defense. Given his emergence and increasing target share, managers in deeper 12+ team leagues should view Ayomanor as a viable FLEX option facing a Colts defense that has allowed the 16th-most PPR points to the position this season. If he were to once again see a high target share, he could enter high-end WR3 status for Week 4.

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Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley projects to carry a high-floor WR3 value in a Week 3 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Through the first two weeks of the season, the Titans have faced two tough defensive units and have struggled to find their footing on offense. In Week 1, Ridley lined up against the Denver secondary and caught just four of his eight targets for 27 yards. In Week 2, Ridley and the offense took a step forward, facing the Rams, catching three of his six targets for 56 yards. While rookie Elic Ayomanor has emerged as a strong No. 2 option in the passing attack, Ridley remains Cam Ward's go-to option. As a result, fantasy managers should view him as a high-floor WR3 in PPR leagues facing the Colts, who have allowed the 16th-most PPR points to opposing WRs this season.

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Cleveland Browns kicker Andre Szmyt (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Green Bay Packers. Szmyt was not listed on their injury report on Wednesday and Thursday, but was listed as a limited participant during their final session on Friday. Managers should keep an eye on his status ahead of Sunday's contest, as he may not be able to progress enough to suit up to face the Packers. The 26-year-old signed a contract with the Browns in the offseason and has had mixed results in his first two NFL games. In Week 1, Szmyt went 1-for-2 on field goals and 1-for-2 on extra points. Then in their second game against the Ravens, Szmyt went 1-for-2 and 2-for-2, respectively. The Browns may look to add a kicker to their practice squad prior to Sunday's game if Szmyt continues to remain in a limited capacity. If he were to suit up, he would not carry much fantasy upside facing a potent Green Bay defense.

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Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase had a slow start to the year, catching only two of his five targets for 26 yards in the Week 1 win over the Cleveland Browns. However, the wideout turned it around in Week 2 versus the Jacksonville Jaguars, totaling 14 receptions (16 targets) for 165 yards and one touchdown. Unfortunately, Joe Burrow (toe) was injured in that one and will miss the next three months, at the very least. As expected, Burrow's absence moving forward is a significant concern for Chase's fantasy managers. With that said, Jake Browning will take over under center for the Week 3 meeting with the Minnesota Vikings. While Browning isn't the best signal-caller on the planet, things could be much worse for Chase and the Bengals offense. Fantasy managers should be just fine, especially since the 25-year-old is more than capable of racking up yards after a catch. Keep Chase rolling in all fantasy setups in Week 3.

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The Carolina Panthers coaching staff still views wide receiver Xavier Legette as a contributor in the offense despite his slow start. Head coach Dave Canales noted that "This is a guy I truly believe in because of the way he's wired, the way he works at it, the way he continues to train," and "It's a matter of finding opportunities." Through the first two weeks, the former 32nd overall pick from the 2024 NFL Draft has caught just four of 15 targets for a mere eight yards. Legette has continued to see a starting role with Jalen Coker (quadriceps) on the IR but has yet to deliver. In addition, the wideout carries a questionable tag into Week 3's contest due to a hamstring injury. Even if he were to play, Legette carries high risk as a low-end flex option, given his minimal production this season.

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning will get the start in Week 3 versus the Vikings. With Joe Burrow (toe) out at least three months, Browning could remain in the role for the rest of the 2025 campaign. The 29-year-old took over in the Week 2 narrow win over the Jags after Burrow went down, finishing with 241 yards off 21-for-32 passing (65.6%). Although he added two touchdowns through the air, he also tossed three picks. With Cincinnati sitting at 2-0, Browning will try to keep the team in the win column on Sunday. The signal-caller started seven times in 2023, throwing for 1,868 yards, 11 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. While his statistical contributions weren't the worst, there was certainly room for improvement. With so many ailing quarterbacks in Week 3, Browning is worth starting in Superflex formats, considering he has Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Chase Brown in his arsenal. He also can provide value for those participating in DFS contests. However, Browning may not be the safest option in single-QB setups. That won't change moving ahead unless he proves he can be more productive and mistake-free.

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New York Jets placekicker Nick Folk presents with more risk for this weekend's matchup with the hosting Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Los Angeles, California, native has yet to miss a kick during his second tenure with the Jets. He's a perfect 3-for-3 on both extra-point attempts and field goal tries through the first two weeks of 2025. While he's been precise in recent seasons, Folk falls victim to New York's reduced pace of play, as the team ranks near the bottom of the league with 109 offensive plays run (sixth-fewest). To further the case against the veteran, quarterback Justin Fields (concussion) will be replaced by journeyman signal-caller Tyrod Taylor, adding an extra variable. It's possible Baker Mayfield and the Bucs force New York to play at an elevated pace, but there should be better options out there to slot into fantasy managers' lineups at kicker. Folk ranks as RotoBaller's K31 this week.

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New York Jets tight end Mason Taylor cannot be trusted for fantasy purposes this weekend when his team squares off with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road. The 21-year-old was able to suit up in Week 2 despite being hampered by an ankle injury earlier in the week. He again made minimal impact, having accrued just three targets (2/25) through his first two professional contests. New York touted the young tight end during the offseason, but he hasn't had an opportunity to get going. Undoubtedly, some of the blame falls on the LSU product, but gaining traction as a tertiary pass-catcher in a run-centric offense is a tall task - particularly for a rookie. Taylor stands to eventually boast a more significant volume of touches, in part due to his own talent and the lack thereof around him. Until then, he won't be a recommended option for fantasy. He's RotoBaller's PPR TE33 this week.

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New York Jets wide receiver Arian Smith does not project to be a factor this Sunday despite a solid matchup against the hosting Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The rookie wideout picked up a sizable increase in playing time from his first NFL action in Week 1, racking up nearly 50% of the team's snaps (47%) after a measly 10% the week prior. Fellow wideout Josh Reynold's (hamstring) absence from the game was the primary catalyst behind the occurrence, but that will be true again in Week 3. The former Georgia Bulldog is uber-explosive and offers a similar athletic profile to teammate Garrett Wilson. However, targets will be challenging to come by with Wilson lined up across the field in a Jets' offense that prefers to keep the ball on the ground. He lands as RotoBaller's PPR WR121 in Week 3.

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New York Jets wide receiver Tyler Johnson will see an elevated snap share in his team's Week 3 matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders. Johnson is set to operate as the Jets' second wideout again this Sunday, with teammate Josh Reynolds (hamstring) inactive for the second straight week with a hamstring injury. The sixth-year pro actually led the team in snaps at his position in Week 2, accruing one more than starter Garrett Wilson. However, he commanded a single target, failing to pull it in. Johnson may see a slight bump in volume this weekend with Tyrod Taylor calling signals for the team, and a fast-paced offense in the Buccaneers as their opposition. He'll be too difficult to trust for fantasy, though, as he's notched two total catches despite logging over 70% of New York's snaps (70.3%). Johnson is out of play as RotoBaller's PPR WR108 in Week 3.

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New York Jets running back Braelon Allen heads into this weekend's road matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with questions regarding his role. The University of Wisconsin product scored a touchdown in Week 1, albeit on an inefficient six carries and nine yards. He was more effective in last weekend's loss to the Bills, but toted the rock only twice and saw his snap share shrink from 31% to 19%. In turn, backfield mate Isaiah Davis saw more work. Although Davis did not see a carry, he was targeted thrice, meaning the split between him and Allen could be more game script dependent than hierarchy in the depth chart. Whatever the outcome, it muddies the situation, making it difficult to discern the precise course of action to take regarding the handcuff to own behind teammate Breece Hall. Currently, Allen still has the best odds to come out ahead in that race and has the highest (touchdown-dependent) upside of the Jets' second-year rushers. He's RotoBaller's PPR RB51 in this week's ranks.

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New York Jets running back Isaiah Davis should be monitored during Week 3's matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Davis won't be on the radar for fantasy purposes, but that doesn't mean owners should turn a blind eye to him. Through two games, the 23-year-old has yet to make headlines for his play, but garnered more playing time last weekend as opposed to New York's season opener. He's still getting out-touched by running mate Braelon Allen. Davis played more snaps in Week 2, though, and appears to be the favorite behind Breece Hall in passing situations. This is still Hall's backfield, and with him healthy, pickings will be slim for either Davis or Allen. Moreover, the offense's instability lowers the floors for all rushers. Whomever ultimately wins out will hold some value as a handcuff. For now, Davis can be left alone for fantasy. He's RotoBaller's PPR RB71 ahead of Week 3.

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