Fantasy Football Week 2 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em

Travis Etienne Jr. rewarded his offseason believers with a magical week one. Despite many ranking him as a bench player, he had a day, finishing the week as the overall RB6 without even scoring a touchdown. He averaged 8.9 yards per carry by racking up 143 rushing yards on 16 attempts. To make things sweeter, the recent trade of his counterpart running back, Tank Bigsby, paves the way for Etienne Jr. to be a workhorse in 2025. 

With the back facing a soft Cincinnati Bengals in week two, fantasy managers would be foolish to sit him after starting the season so hot. 

Start ‘Em: DK Metcalf (WR, PIT) @SEA

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers balled out in his debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers by passing for four touchdowns against the defensive-minded New York Jets. Despite leading the team in targets, DK Metcalf was one of the few receivers who couldn’t manage to find the end zone for the Steelers in week one. 

In week two, Pittsburgh faces Seattle, marking a revenge game for the receiver. The unique matchup paired with the passing success of week one should encourage fantasy managers to the point where they have no choice but to start Metcalf in week two. 

Sit ‘Em: Cleveland Browns RBs @BAL

The Cleveland Browns came close to upsetting the Cincinnati Bengals in week one. Amidst their one-point loss, they only managed to gain 49 yards on 24 rushing attempts throughout the game. The two yards per carry average was among the worst in the league. 

The potential debut for rookie Quinshaun Judkins in week two creates a disaster situation for fantasy fans. If last week’s poor performance wasn’t a clear enough indication, their competition should be. This week, they face the Baltimore Ravens, who neutralized Buffalo last week amidst a shootout. It would be wise to simply avoid the Cleveland backfield at all costs until fantasy managers see something worth starting. 

End Of My Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Rant

Week two is sure to be telling for fantasy managers far and wide. For the time being, start and sit with your gut. These suggestions aside, of course.

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