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Survivor picks reveal challenges for NFL teams in Week 2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:03 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Survivor picks reveal challenges for NFL teams in Week 2

Summary

As NFL Week 2 approaches, teams like the Arizona Cardinals and Buffalo Bills face difficult matchups, leading to strategic dilemmas for Survivor pool participants. The article cites a systematic elimination process for teams deemed too risky, with ten teams removed based on their opposition's strength. Notable exclusions include the Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins. The remaining contenders will require careful consideration of league standings and player performance from Week 1. Analysis suggests that teams showing Week 1 frustrations, such as the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers, might deter selections. Participants are encouraged to adopt strategy when picking teams.

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Status Watch

•Ten teams eliminated for facing top opposition in Week 2
•Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers under consideration despite Week 1 struggles
•Survivor pool participants advised on strategic team choices
•Matchups include Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle and Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit

Latest Updates

12:03 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Week 2 Survivor/Eliminator Picks

What they're saying

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Here are a couple excerpts from last week’s Week 1 NFL Survivor article, just as a quick little “previously on” segment: “There will be some wild game in Week 1 that knocks out a significant percentage of players. Let’s try…
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