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Justin Herbert is dealing with an abdominal injury, while Najee Harris was a full participant in practice Thursday. Here is all the news from around the NFL ...

[Deebo Samuel](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3126486/deebo-samuel) and [Brandon Aiyuk](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4360438/brandon-aiyuk). [Chris Godwin](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3116165/chris-godwin) (hamstring) and [Mike Evans](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16737/mike-evans) (calf) all missed practice on Thursday. Fantasy managers should consider looking at [Curtis Samuel](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3121427/curtis-samuel), [Robbie Anderson](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2574808/robbie-anderson), [Zay Jones](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3059722/zay-jones) or [Treylon Burks](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4567156/treylon-burks) as streaming options for Week 2. Running back [Nyheim Hines](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3916430/nyheim-hines) could also see more targets. [Alec Pierce](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4360078/alec-pierce) was also limited in Thursday's practice because of a concussion. Undrafted rookie [Jaylen Warren](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4569987/jaylen-warren) could be more involved. What it means in fantasy: Fournette was limited on Wednesday but his hamstring injury appears to be minor. If Herbert is unavailable in Week 3, fantasy managers could stream Falcons quarterback [Marcus Mariota](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2576980/marcus-mariota) against the Giants. His status for Sunday's game against the Seahawks remains up in the air. What it means in fantasy: Pittman is dealing with a quad injury and was also limited in practice Wednesday. During the preseason, he was a breakout player for the Steelers. What it means in fantasy: Harris is extremely likely to play against the Patriots in Week 2.

You probably don't hear this often but I like Jared Goff this week.

[Marcus Mariota](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/marcus-mariota) is not [Matt Ryan](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/matt-ryan) and that was evident in this game. I understand the enthusiasm around [Cordarrelle Patterson](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/cordarrelle-patterson), but I believe [Damien Williams](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/damien-williams) is still the starter when he gets healthy and rookie [Tyler Allgeier](https://www.si.com/college/college-football/player/tyler-allgeier) may be forced into a larger role in Week 2 because of Williams's likely absence. Howard](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/o-j-howard) or [Taysom Hill](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/taysom-hill), two players not expected to be much of a fantasy factor heading into the season. The Falcons seem to be using this to their advantage, at least after one game. If you already need a streaming option or want to take a small risk with your QB2 spot in a superflex, this is the week to give Goff a chance. Atlanta ran the ball 38 times for 201 yards and two touchdowns in Week 1 against the Saints. [Gerald Everett](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/gerald-everett), who has now strung together two good games after he posted 6-71 in Week 2 (13.1 pts) and 3-54-1 in Week 1 (14.4 pts). I had [Devin Duvernay](https://www.si.com/college/college-football/player/devin-duvernay) on two teams and I cut him in both before the season even started because in my gut, I don't really trust him. To me, a lot of what makes a good quarterback is efficiency and there are a few ways that manifests itself. [Hunter Henry](https://www.si.com/nfl/player/hunter-henry), do you cut him loose after he posted two receptions on three targets for 20 yards in Week 1? Especially in these early weeks of the season when every bad game by one of your drafted players feels like a betrayal. Knowing when to pivot away from a player is one of the many struggles managers face in fantasy football.

Week 2 of the 2022 NFL schedule is here, and there are plenty of Fantasy football injuries to evaluate. The Cowboys will be without star quarterback Dak ...

Brady led the Buccaneers to a Week 1 victory over the [Cowboys](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/DAL/dallas-cowboys/), but he finished with just 212 passing yards, one touchdown and one interception. Brown](/fantasy/football/players/2967690/amon-ra-st-brown/). [Eagles](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/PHI/philadelphia-eagles/) wide receiver [A.J. [NFL](/nfl) game 10,000 times, has revealed its Fantasy football rankings for Week 2 of the 2022 NFL season. [Steelers](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/PIT/pittsburgh-steelers/) running back [Najee Harris](/fantasy/football/players/2741200/najee-harris/) (foot) left Week 1 early, so can you trust him in your Fantasy football lineups on Sunday? He's now thrown for 215 yards or fewer in three of his last four meetings against the Saints. The USC product was a fourth-round pick in the 2021 [NFL Draft](/nfl/draft). The result: Brown brought in 10 of 13 targets for 155 yards in the Eagles' 38-35 win over the [Lions](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/DET/detroit-lions/). 1 receiver in Detroit and that's why the model ranks him as its WR16 for Week 2. Nearly 60 percent of that production came in the final six games of the season and St. Before you lock in your lineups, be sure to [check out the Week 2 Fantasy football rankings from the advanced computer model at SportsLine](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/fantasy-football-rankings-2022-nfl-week-2-projections-from-proven-model-that-outperformed-experts/#ttag=09132022_agg_cbssports_fantasy_football_nfl_model_week2fantasyrankings). Over the course of a season, that could literally be the difference between winning your league or going home empty-handed.

Daily Fantasy millionaire Mike McClure shares his top NFL DFS picks, stacks, and advice for Week 2.

[Jets](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/NYJ/new-york-jets/). [Giants](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/NYG/new-york-giants/) running back [Saquon Barkley](/nfl/players/2185957/saquon-barkley/) ($7,300 on DraftKings, $8,800 on FanDuel). [See the rest of McClure's NFL DFS picks here](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/nfl-dfs-2022-top-fanduel-draftkings-tournament-picks-advice-for-week-2-from-a-daily-fantasy-pro/?ttag=SL22_agg_cbssports_nfl_nfldfsweek2). [Panthers](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/CAR/carolina-panthers/) in Week 2 after they allowed 217 rushing yards last week, the second-most in the league. Andrews topped all tight ends in Fantasy points last season and has caught touchdown passes in his two career games versus his Week 2 opponent, the [Miami Dolphins](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/MIA/miami-dolphins/). Before making any NFL DFS picks for [Chiefs](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/KC/kansas-city-chiefs/) vs. [Fantasy football](/fantasy/football) picks. He leads the NFL with 15 touches of 50-plus yards since 2018 despite missing 21 games. of the [49ers](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/SF/san-francisco-49ers/) could be a value play for Week 2 NFL DFS lineups in the wake of [Elijah Mitchell's](/nfl/players/2819876/elijah-mitchell/) knee injury. [Chargers](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/LAC/los-angeles-chargers/), be sure to [check out the NFL DFS advice, strategy and stacks from SportsLine daily Fantasy expert Mike McClure](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/nfl-dfs-2022-top-fanduel-draftkings-tournament-picks-advice-for-week-2-from-a-daily-fantasy-pro/?ttag=SL22_agg_cbssports_nfl_nfldfsweek2). McClure is a legendary professional DFS player with over $2 million in career winnings. [Ja'Marr Chase](/nfl/players/2966320/jamarr-chase/), [Davante Adams](/nfl/players/1893167/davante-adams/) and [Jonathan Taylor](/nfl/players/2866395/jonathan-taylor/) were all among the top three [NFL](/nfl) DFS players at their respective positions, as was the case in 2021.

That's what these rankings will help with: A look at the elite, solid, and streamable options that could win you some virtual games in your league. Let's break ...

Sports betting operators have no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. The Saints are a great defense in a tough spot (but at home!) against Tom Brady. Washington Commanders (at Lions) The Steelers have the talent on offense, but … The rest are good options this week. But you’re trying to optimize your lineup to make sure you get the most points.

Start Kirk against Indianapolis Colts: Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk's Week 1 78.6 PFF receiving grade ranked eight best among NFL wide ...

Juste](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/benjamin-st-juste/56061), [Washington Commanders](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/washington-commanders/32) Brown](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/amon-ra-st-brown/84470), [Detroit Lions](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/detroit-lions/11) vs. [Trevor Lawrence](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/trevor-lawrence/77632) chose to throw into St. CB [ Kenny Moore II](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/kenny-moore/51596), [Indianapolis Colts](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/indianapolis-colts/14) Moore was torched by [Houston](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/houston-texans/13) wide receivers for five receptions from nine targets, 63 receiving yards and one touchdown, allowing three first downs in his coverage and two receptions of 15 yards or more along the way. 1 wide receiver role against the [Seattle Seahawks](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/seattle-seahawks/29)this week. [PFF’s WR/CB matchup chart](https://www.pff.com/tools/wr_cb_matchup_chart) has Kirk pegged for a total of 40 coverage snaps from Moore this week. The combination of his 2021 49.2 PFF coverage grade and 79.1 PFF run defense grade show the marks of a sure tackler who simply can’t cover. As a result, [Brandon Aiyuk](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/brandon-aiyuk/84109)should shift to the No. Brown improved on that mark, earning targets on 33.3% of his routes — third in the league among all NFL wide receivers with at least 10 targets. Kirk hogged a 90% slot snap share last week, catching six-of-10 targets for 117 receiving yards en route to a 78.6 PFF receiving grade, which was eighth best among NFL wide receivers with at least eight targets. He was one of just 14 wide receivers to clear double-digit passing game looks last week.

Don't waste your free agent acquisition budget or give up your top spot in the waiver-wire order for just any player or unit, especially after Week 1 of the ...

He played 75 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps last week. In Week 2, Anderson will face a New York Giants defense that features an inexperienced starting cornerback in Aaron Robinson (three starts) on the perimeter. He has a rapport with Rodgers and showcased reliable hands through the 2020 campaign, catching 52 passes for 586 yards and 11 touchdowns. In the Cleveland Browns’ season-opener against the Carolina Panthers, Amari Cooper had a quiet outing, hauling in only three of his six targets for 17 yards. [11th-most fantasy points](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/points-allowed.php) to quarterbacks, and that statistic isn’t inflated by rushing numbers. Assuming Drake sticks in that role in Week 2, he’s in line for 12-15 touches against his former team, the Miami Dolphins (2016-19). With a decent quarterback under center, he can now show off more of his explosiveness in the passing game. They connected on what could be the first of several big plays in the passing game this year. Regardless of whether Herbert handles most of the carries, he could post a decent stat line against the Packers' vulnerable run defense. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts racked up fantasy points as a ball-carrier against the Lions (17 carries for 90 yards and a touchdown), but he also pushed the ball downfield for some big plays to wideout A.J. With viable pass-catchers in Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel and rookie first-rounder Jahan Dotson on the perimeter, Wentz has the personnel to register another 300-plus-yard passing performance with multiple touchdowns. We should pump the brakes on the idea that Wentz has rediscovered his 2017 Pro Bowl form, a year in which he threw for 33 touchdowns and only seven interceptions.

But in order to go from good to great, you have to take some chances. You have to do your homework and figure out where you can zig when the rest of your league ...

[Stitcher](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.stitcher.com/podcast/fantasypros-football-podcast) [SoundCloud](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/soundcloud.com/fantasypros-football-podcast) [Fantasy Football Tools](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/myplaybook/) as you navigate your season. [Spotify](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/open.spotify.com/show/1YM5ymt3vWVfdHzVAEzq2w?si=YOuECAqmSfuIiFca2d1N5g) [Marshon Lattimore](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/marshon-lattimore.php) is well documented. [Cooper Kupp](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/cooper-kupp.php) has 200 receiving yards vs. [Apple Podcasts](https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasypros-football-podcast/id1138942145?mt=2) Terrell and [Casey Hayward](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/casey-hayward.php), but their other corners — the ones who’ll likely be tasked with trying to cover Kupp — are undrafted rookie [Dee Alford](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/dee-alford.php) and journeyman [Mike Ford](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/mike-ford.php). [Jalen Thompson](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/jalen-thompson.php) on about 92% of his routes. With [George Kittle](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/george-kittle.php) trying to come back from injury and [Deebo Samuel](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/deebo-samuel.php) taking more snaps at RB, Aiyuk is the No. the Falcons [Allen Robinson](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/allen-robinson.php) didn’t fit into the Rams’ offense in Week 1, and [Van Jefferson](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/van-jefferson.php) is still hurt. [Trey Lance](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/trey-lance.php) and the 49ers passing game after a disappointing loss in a Chicago swamp.

In a move opposite to what TV is used to seeing, a streaming series is making the move to broadcast. Fantasy Football Pregame With Matthew Berry has been ...

As for Berry, the new series comes weeks into his move to NBC Sports. As part of his new gig, he’ll make regular appearances on Football Night in America, Sunday Night Football Final and Peacock’s exclusive NFL post-game show. ET.) The launch of Fantasy Football Pregame comes as NBCUniversal doubles down on Peacock, moving over all next-day streaming of NBC series over to the streamer starting Sept. 1 for sports podcasts on iTunes and remains a top player on both the Apple platform and Spotify. [NBC Sports](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/nbc-sports/)’ own formidable NFL broadcast rights (including Sunday Night Football), Fantasy Football Pregame provides fantasy news and advice for fans finessing their own line-ups ahead of Sunday’s games. Fantasy Football Pregame With Matthew Berry has been picked up by 11 NBC-owned stations across the U.S., and will begin airing in major markets this Sunday after debuting on 19 as other NBCU-owned properties make the migration over from Hulu. But, as schedules permit, it will also air at noon ET in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas and six other metropolitan areas. Leaning into the popularity of fantasy football, as well as The series, hosted by Berry and Michael Smith, will of course continue to air on the streamer. In a move opposite to what TV is used to seeing, a streaming series is making the move to broadcast. [Peacock](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/t/peacock/) just a few days ago.

Yahoo Fantasy analysts Matt Harmon and Dalton Del Don offer a pair of running backs and receivers to flex in week two of the 2022 NFL season.

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Josh Allen (vs. Tennessee Titans); Jalen Hurts (vs. Minnesota Vikings); Lamar Jackson (vs. Miami Dolphins); Kyler Murray (@ Las Vegas Raiders) ...

Chicago Bears) Jameis Winston (vs. Seattle Seahawks) Aaron Rodgers (vs. Minnesota Vikings) Lamar Jackson (vs.

NFL.com breaks down the best -- and worst -- fantasy matchups ahead of each week of the 2022 NFL fantasy football season.

Howard](https://www.nfl.com/players/o-j-howard/), [Travis Kelce](https://www.nfl.com/players/travis-kelce/) was the only tight end who had a great fantasy day in Week 1. The Bengals have allowed the sixth-most fantasy points and second-most receiving yards in the NFL to TEs since the start of the 2021 season and allowed [Pat Freiermuth](https://www.nfl.com/players/pat-freiermuth/) to catch five balls for 75 yards in Week 1. [Mitch Trubisky](https://www.nfl.com/players/mitchell-trubisky/) seems to trust Freiermuth as he had a career-high 10 targets in the game. [Gerald Everett](https://www.nfl.com/players/gerald-everett/) had over 50 receiving yards and a TD last week against the Raiders. Brown](https://www.nfl.com/players/a-j-brown/) and [DeVonta Smith](https://www.nfl.com/players/devonta-smith/) vs. Howard](https://www.nfl.com/players/o-j-howard/) stole both receiving touchdowns in the game. The Ravens have allowed the fewest rushing yards in the NFL since 2021 and kept the Jets to just 83 rushing yards in Week 1. [Lamar Jackson](https://www.nfl.com/players/lamar-jackson/) to throw three TDs on Sunday, but all three were on downfield passes; Jackson gained just 4.3 yards/attempt on his other 27 passes in the game. The Eagles have allowed the sixth-most fantasy points and the third-most receptions in the NFL to running backs since 2021. [Russell Wilson](https://www.nfl.com/players/russell-wilson/) to put up 340 yards in the season opener. Gibson gets a juicy matchup this week against the Lions, who allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to the running back position in 2021, then allowed 216 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns to the Eagles last week. The Dolphins have surprisingly allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to the quarterback position since 2021 and had a dominant defensive performance against the Patriots in Week 1.

Patrick Daugherty ranks and evaluates all of Week 2's top running back plays. (Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports)

Fantasy football analyst Dalton Del Don goes through every Week 2 game and offers up his lineup tips, as well as some DFS advice.

Pearce Dietrich joins The Sweat to give his favorite DraftKings Fantasy Football Millionaire plays for Week 2.

Week Two of the NFL season is upon us as fantasy owners look to rebound from a tough start to the season. On "Bloomberg: The Lineup", Bloomberg's Damian ...

Throughout the week, DraftKings contributors join The Sweat to give their favorite picks for upcoming events. Below is a collection of top DraftKings plays ...

NFL Week 1 is officially in the books. Fantasy football analyst Matthew Berry offers fantasy lineup advice and betting value ahead of Week 2.

That being said, Berry is on board with taking the points with the Steelers at home. “The disrespect is ridiculous,” Berry said. The Steelers looked like the better team of the two in Week 1. He found the line at +2.5 but would still take it at +1.5 if you can find it. He gets the whole culture change that’s going on with the Lions, but he still thinks Detroit has secondary deficiencies. “I probably would take the over on A.J. Fantasy football isn’t the only game in town. It’s not that long ago that Samuel saw fantasy stardom when he was with the Panthers, who were also coached by Ron Rivera and Scott Turner, the head coach and offensive coordinator, respectively, for the Commanders. “That’s the gig,” he said jokingly. However, he does think that Samuel can turn into a dependable fantasy wide receiver as the season progresses. The 49ers received an early-season blow when [RB Elijah Mitchell went down with a knee injury](https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/49ers/kyle-shanahan-sad-elijah-mitchell-confident-49ers-backup-options) against the Bears. He explains that trends differ between league formats and platforms so he feels it’s essential to be as involved as you can to provide educated advice.