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Top Fantasy Football Players to Target for Week 2

Strategic Insights

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Fantasy football managers are eagerly awaiting Week 2 of the NFL season to make adjustments to their teams. With a look at the top players from USA Today's list, several key players have emerged as must-target options. These players come from various teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, and New England Patriots. Among them, Marquise "Hollywood" Brown stands out, given Xavier Worthy's injury and Rashee Rice's suspension.

Key Takeaways:

  • Marquise "Hollywood" Brown is the top receiving option in the Kansas City Chiefs, with 16 targets in Week 1 and 10 catches for 99 yards.
  • Quinshon Judkins has gained an edge as a starting back, managing to avoid an offseason altercation and securing a contract before the season started.
  • Quentin Johnson emerged as a favored option over Justin Herbert, catching two touchdown passes in Week 1.
  • Kayshon Boutte led the New England Patriots with eight targets, catching six for 103 yards, but the team struggled to run the ball well.
  • Cedric Tillman managed five catches for 52 yards against the Cleveland Browns, despite quarterback Joe Flacco's limited targets.
  • Juwan Johnson led tight ends with 11 targets and eight catches for 76 yards in Week 1.
  • Aaron Rodgers disproved doubts about his performance with four touchdown passes in his Pittsburgh Steelers debut.
  • Kenneth Gainwell is ahead of rookie Kaleb Johnson on the depth chart but behind Jaylen Warren, offering potential as a bench option.
  • Bhayshul Tuten remains a good backup option due to Travis Etienne's injury history.
  • Jake Tonges is now the Niners' number one backup choice, despite the team's receiving end falling short without George Kittle.

Statistics:

  • 16: Targets received by Marquise "Hollywood" Brown in Week 1
  • 10/99: Catches and receiving yards by Marquise "Hollywood" Brown in Week 1
  • 11: Targets received by Juwan Johnson in Week 1
  • 8/103: Catches and receiving yards by Kayshon Boutte in Week 1
  • 4: Touchdown passes thrown by Aaron Rodgers in his Pittsburgh Steelers debut
  • $15: Suggested FAAB bid for Marquise "Hollywood" Brown
  • $12: Suggested FAAB bid for Quinshon Judkins
  • $9: Suggested FAAB bid for Quentin Johnson

Sources:

  • USA Today - listed by Steve Gardener
  • Hindustan Times - Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission

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