Fantasy football start ’em sit ’em strategy is a pivotal part of the game. It revolves around the weekly challenge of deciding which players from your fantasy team should be in action and who should take a backseat. These decisions are influenced by a range of factors, including match-ups, player injuries, and recent performance.
“Start ’em” signifies players who deserve a spot in your starting lineup because they either have favorable match-ups or have been in great form recently. Conversely, “sit ’em” refers to players who should be benched because they are facing tough opponents or have shown inconsistent performance.
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To make informed choices, it’s crucial to delve into statistics, consider expert opinions, and gain insights into player conditions. However, fantasy football start ’em sit ’em always have an element of unpredictability. Even the most promising players can have off-days, while underappreciated ones can unexpectedly shine.
Therefore, maintaining flexibility and being open to adjusting your fantasy football start ’em sit ’em decisions during the season is essential.
Continuously keeping tabs on player news and updates and evaluating your team’s overall performance can help you optimize your fantasy football experience. Ultimately, your fantasy team’s success hinges on your ability to determine which players to start and sit each week accurately.
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Fantasy Football Week 2: Quarterbacks
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Must Starts
# | Player | Points |
1 | Jalen Hurts | 22.3 |
2 | Lamar Jackson | 20.7 |
3 | Josh Allen | 20.6 |
4 | Patrick Mahomes | 20.1 |
5 | Kyler Murray | 19.7 |
6 | Jayden Daniels | 19.6 |
7 | C.J. Stroud | 19.5 |
8 | Anthony Richardson | 18.7 |
9 | Dak Prescott | 18.1 |
10 | Jared Goff | 17.4 |
Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-20 Fantasy Football Quarterback Rankings include: Kirk Cousins (Falcons), Deshaun Watson (Browns), and Will Levis (Titans).
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Fantasy Football Week 2: Running Backs
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Must Starts
# | Player | FF Pts |
1 | Breece Hall | 21 |
2 | Christian McCaffrey | 20.4 |
3 | Bijan Robinson | 18.4 |
4 | Kyren Williams | 17.2 |
5 | Saquon Barkley | 16 |
6 | Isiah Pacheco | 15.7 |
7 | Derrick Henry | 15.1 |
8 | Jonathan Taylor | 15.1 |
9 | De’Von Achane | 15 |
10 | Jahmyr Gibbs | 14.8 |
11 | James Conner | 14.6 |
12 | Kenneth Walker | 14.4 |
13 | Joe Mixon | 14.4 |
14 | James Cook | 14.3 |
15 | Rhamondre Stevenson | 14.2 |
16 | Rachaad White | 14.1 |
17 | Brian Robinson | 14.1 |
18 | Alvin Kamara | 13.5 |
19 | J.K. Dobbins | 13.5 |
20 | Travis Etienne | 13.4 |
21 | Jerome Ford | 13.3 |
22 | Josh Jacobs | 12.6 |
23 | Aaron Jones | 12.4 |
24 | David Montgomery | 12 |
25 | Najee Harris | 11.9 |
26 | Zack Moss | 11.8 |
Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top 36 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings include Gus Edwards (Chargers), Ty Chandler (Vikings), and Chase Brown (Bengals).
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Fantasy Football Week 2: Wide Receivers
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Must Starts
# | Player | FF Pts |
1 | Tyreek Hill | 19 |
2 | CeeDee Lamb | 18.3 |
3 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | 15.4 |
4 | Cooper Kupp | 15.1 |
5 | A.J. Brown | 14.8 |
6 | Mike Evans | 14.3 |
7 | Justin Jefferson | 13.8 |
8 | Nico Collins | 13.1 |
9 | Rashee Rice | 12.6 |
10 | D.J. Moore | 12.5 |
11 | Jaylen Waddle | 12.5 |
12 | Garrett Wilson | 12.5 |
13 | Deebo Samuel | 12.4 |
14 | Marvin Harrison Jr. | 12.4 |
15 | DeVonta Smith | 12.1 |
16 | Ja’Marr Chase | 11.9 |
17 | Stefon Diggs | 11.5 |
18 | Drake London | 11.4 |
19 | DK Metcalf | 11.2 |
20 | Tank Dell | 11.1 |
21 | Brandon Aiyuk | 11.1 |
22 | Malik Nabers | 11.1 |
23 | Chris Olave | 10.8 |
24 | Michael Pittman Jr. | 10.8 |
25 | Chris Godwin | 10.5 |
26 | Davante Adams | 10.5 |
27 | Xavier Worthy | 10.4 |
28 | Keenan Allen | 10.3 |
29 | Terry McLaurin | 10.2 |
30 | Jameson Williams | 9.8 |
31 | George Pickens | 9.7 |
32 | Ladd McConkey | 9.3 |
33 | Zay Flowers | 9.3 |
34 | Amari Cooper | 9.2 |
35 | Brian Thomas Jr. | 9.2 |
36 | Rashid Shaheed | 9 |
Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-36 Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings include: Christian Kirk (Jaguars), Courtland Sutton (Broncos), and Joshua Palmer (Chargers)
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Fantasy Football Week 2: Tight Ends
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Must Starts
# | Player | FF Pts |
1 | Sam LaPorta | 11.6 |
2 | Travis Kelce | 11.2 |
3 | Trey McBride | 10 |
4 | George Kittle | 9.1 |
5 | Kyle Pitts | 8.7 |
6 | Mark Andrews | 8.3 |
7 | Evan Engram | 7.8 |
8 | Dalton Kincaid | 7.8 |
9 | Isaiah Likely | 7.7 |
10 | Dallas Goedert | 7.4 |
Must Avoid
Some players who have fallen out of the top-20 Fantasy Football Tight End Rankings include: Noah Fant (Seahawks), Mike Gesicki (Bengals), and Noah Gray (Chiefs).
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Fantasy Football Week 2: Kickers
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Must Starts
# | Player | FF Pts |
1 | Harrison Butker | 8 |
2 | Justin Tucker | 8 |
3 | Ka’imi Fairbairn | 8 |
4 | Brandon Aubrey | 7.9 |
5 | Jake Moody | 7.9 |
6 | Jake Bates | 7.9 |
7 | Jake Elliott | 7.9 |
8 | Jason Sanders | 7.7 |
9 | Greg Zuerlein | 7.6 |
10 | Cameron Dicker | 7.6 |
Must Avoid
Some options who have fallen out of the top-20 Fantasy Football Rankings include: Will Reichard (Vikings), Nick Folk (Titans), and Cairo Santos (Bears).
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