Josh Allen, Kenneth Walker III highlighted in Week 3 fantasy rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:39 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Fantasy football managers prepare for Week 3 matchups with key players facing varied defenses. Josh Allen ranks as the top quarterback against a Chargers defense allowing 262.5 passing yards per game. Kenneth Walker III is the leading running back versus Miami, which has allowed 112.5 rushing yards on average this season. Notable injuries include Saquon Barkley, who is undergoing an MRI, while Mike Evans and others also left Week 2 games. Matchup difficulties arise for players facing strong defensive teams like the New York Jets and Seattle.
- •Josh Allen is QB1 for Week 3 matchups.
- •Kenneth Walker III leads running backs this week.
- •Saquon Barkley undergoes an MRI following injury.
- •Mike Evans and others left Week 2 games injured.
- •Difficult matchups for players against strong defenses.
- 11:39 AMYahoo Sports — Week 3 fantasy football rankings: Josh Allen, Kenneth Walker III on top
"Week 3 matchups favor Kenneth Walker III, Justin Herbert and Ladd McConkey.
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