It has been a surprising start to the NFL season. The Minnesota Vikings are one of three undefeated teams, the Los Angeles Rams are in last place in the NFC West, and the Dallas Cowboys are not playing great football. Dallas also challenged an incomplete pass late in the fourth quarter when George Pickens just missed on a connection with Dak Prescott, a move that raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
The Cleveland Browns remain the most intriguing storyline. They could finish with a top-10 pick in next year's draft, a pick they received from the Rams in the Myles Garrett trade. The main fantasy concern is their lack of a reliable option. Rookie WR Denzel Boston has a strong matchup this week against Tennessee Titans cornerback Cor'Dale Flott, who has allowed 1.72 yards per route covered, and Boston has six end zone targets, making him a solid play for traditional leagues and an option for anytime touchdowns.
At quarterback, C.J. Stroud is a player you can rely on for the rest of the season. The Houston Texans face the New York Giants this week, and the Giants allow more than 18 fantasy points per game to the position and nearly 9 air yards per attempt, so you can start him. Aaron Rodgers has been a fantasy favorite over the past month, though worrying signs appeared against Tampa Bay. The New Orleans Saints have recorded 19 sacks and 6.4 yards per attempt, so the Pittsburgh Steelers matchup is less appealing than it looks.
In the backfield, Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty has the highest stuff rate among qualifying running backs, and his receiving production makes him extremely valuable. Chase Brown has been a disappointment with 3.5 yards per carry, but his receiving work keeps him useful. For trades, Atlanta Falcons receiver Drake London is underperforming, with 550 receiving yards, no touchdowns and a 28.8% target share, so he is a buy-low candidate. Houston's Nico Collins, by contrast, relies heavily on touchdowns and big plays, making him a player to consider moving.
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