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Fantasy football starters and sitters identified ahead of Week 2

Bleacher Report • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:53 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Fantasy football starters and sitters identified ahead of Week 2

Summary

As Week 2 of the NFL season approaches, fantasy football players are reassessing their rosters. In Week 1, standout performances came from players like Bryce Young and Jalen Coker, while established stars such as Ja'Marr Chase and Matthew Stafford struggled. Teams like the Minnesota Vikings utilized a split backfield strategy, with Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason both ranking among the top-30 running backs. Coaches and players are now preparing for important matchups that could impact performance going forward.

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Key Details

•Week 1 featured unexpected performances from Bryce Young and Jalen Coker.
•Ja'Marr Chase and Matthew Stafford had disappointing outings.
•Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason both excelled in the Vikings' backfield.
•Week 2 matchups may influence fantasy football strategies significantly.

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What they're saying

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Week 1 was a wacky one in the world of fantasy football, as is often the case. We saw stars like Ja'Marr Chase and Matthew Stafford fall flat, while players like Bryce Young and Jalen Coker shined.
— Bleacher Reportby Kristopher Knox

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