2025 Fantasy Football WR/CB Matchup Report Week Two: Can Zay Flowers Dominate Again?

Published: Sep 14, 2025

Updated: Sep 14, 2025

Welcome to the 2025 Fantasy Football WR vs. CB Matchup Report Week Two, the ultimate guide for managing the crucial wide receiver-cornerback matchups that will make or break your lineup! We are back to break down more fantasy football WR/CB matchups in Week Two by examining which receivers have the advantage over their opponents and which corners will shut down your studs. Let us help you set your lineup and find the best sleepers for fantasy football Week Two. The fantasy football WR/CB matchup report points out the key WR/CB matchups Week Two so you'll have the edge over the competition. From world-class cover corners to vulnerable secondaries, the Week Two fantasy football WR/CB matchup report has all the inside information so you'll be the boss of your league! Dive in below!

2025 Fantasy Football WR/CB Matchup Report For Week Two


Left WR vs Right CB
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Marvin Harrison	ARI	18.1 / 15.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jaycee Horn	CAR	Risky
Year two got off to a solid start for Marvin Harrison Jr, who turned 6 targets into 5 receptions, 71 receiving yards, and a TD which was good for WR10 on the week. MHJ and Trey McBride continue to be the clear top two options for the Cardinals passing game, but Harrison has a tough matchup against Carolina CB Jaycee Horn who only gave up one target on 4 receptions last week. You should still start him in season long formats this week, but you can probably find higher upside options in his price range for Week 2 DFS.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Darnell Mooney	ATL	N/A / 10.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jeff Okudah	MIN	Safe
Darnell Mooney ended up missing Week 1 due to a should injury, however, he was listed questionable going into the game and could make his season debut in Week 2. It’s risky starting someone in their first game back from injury due to not knowing what their snap count will look like, but this is an intriguing spot for Mooney with a plus CB matchup and the possibility that Drake London misses the game due to the should injury he sustained in Week 1. However, with London trending toward playing and Mooney's status still in question, I'll be staying away for at least one more week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Rashod Bateman	BAL	3 / 2
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Denzel Ward	CLE	Safe
The good news: Rashod Bateman was 2nd on the Ravens in Targets in Week 1. The bad news: He only got 3 targets. Week 1 was the Zay Flowers show and Derrick Henry show, and while I do think Bateman will have solid games throughout the year, it’s going to be almost impossible to predict. Bateman remains someone that should only be sprinkled in as a cheap DFS dart throw.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Keon Coleman	BUF	28.2 / 24.2
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Sauce Gardner	NYJ	Risky
Coming into the season it was unclear who the #1 option in the Bills passing offense would be, but after one week, it appears it could be Keon Coleman. Against the Ravens, Coleman turned a team high 11 targets into 8 receptions, 112 yards, and 1 TD. However, he’s got a difficult task in front of him this week – with the possibility of being shadowed by Jets CB Sauce Gardner.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tetairoa McMillan	CAR	11.8 / 9.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Will Johnson	ARI	Risky
Tetairoa McMillan was impressive in his rookie debut, with a team high 23% target share. It would have been nice if the 5 receptions turned into more than 68 yards, but it was clear that McMillan and Bryce Young are still trying to get on the same page. McMillan faces a tough test in Week 2 against another rookie in Arizona’s Will Johnson, who had PFF’s second highest coverage grade in his first game last week against New Orleans.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
DJ Moore	CHI	9.6 / 7.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Terrion Arnold	DET	Moderate
In Week 1 DJ Moore ended up leading all Bears pass catchers in receiving yards despite being 3rd in targets. We know that he can stretch the field, but 13.60 yards per target and 22.67 yards per reception are going to be difficult to replicate on a weekly basis. I doubt he’s someone you can afford to bench in season long formats, but I’m looking elsewhere at his price point in DFS this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tee Higgins	CIN	6.3 / 4.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Tyson Cambell	JAC	Moderate
Week 1 was a complete let down for the entire Bengals passing attack, Tee Higgins included. This shouldn’t have been as surprising as it was with Cincinnati’s track record of starting off slow, but Higgins is still firmly a “start your studs” type of player. We shouldn’t be shocked if Higgins bounces back in Week 2, even against a respectable CB like Jacksonville’s Tyson Campbell.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Cedric Tillman	CLE	16.2 / 13.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jaire Alexander	BAL	Moderate
Targets were very spread out in Week 1 for the Cleveland Browns – with three different pass catchers seeing 8+ targets, including Cedric Tillman. The one advantage that Tillman had was that he saw the lone end zone target from Joe Flacco. While it’s tough to expect the Browns to have at least 45 pass attempts, Tillman has been very involved when he’s been healthy over the last two seasons, and he has another solid matchup this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
George Pickens	DAL	6 / 4.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Paulson Adebo	NYG	Safe
The box score for Pickens in Week 1 doesn’t look great, there’s no doubt about that. There’s nothing mind blowing about 4 targets that turned into 3 receptions for 30 yards. However, he’s a full-time player in this offense, even running one more route than CeeDee Lamb in Week 1. With the role that Pickens has in this offense, and how pass heavy they project to be, better days are ahead for Pickens and I think that starts this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Courtland Sutton	DEN	18.1 / 15.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Charvarius Ward	IND	Moderate
This Broncos passing offense is very clearly Courtland Sutton and then everyone else. Sutton led all pass catchers with a 23% target share in Week 1 and a 38% 1st read percentage. Charvarius Ward is also currently in the concussion protocol, so there’s a chance that Sutton’s matchup could be better than expected if Ward has to miss.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jameson Williams	DET	6.6 / 4.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Nahshon Wright	CHI	Safe
After being a popular breakout pick this offseason, Jameson Williams got off to a slow start in Week 1. Despite the slow start, Williams still led Lions pass catchers in routes run, and is a full-time player in this offense. Better days are ahead, and that could start as soon as this week with a plus matchup on tap.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Romeo Doubs	GB	N/A / 7.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Marshon Lattimore	WAS	Risky
Speaking of WR by committee, is there a more frustrating situation than the Packers? Not a single WR over a 25% target share, but Romeo Doubs did at least run the most routes among Packers WRs and led the team in receiving yards in Week 1. Considering the tough matchup and the uncertainty surrounding this group of pass catchers, I’m fading them this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Nico Collins	HOU	N/A / 4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jamel Dean	TB	Safe
It was a disappointing Week 1 for Nico Collins to say the least, who only had 2 receptions for 25 yards in what appeared to be a plus matchup on paper. Collins still leads all Texans pass catchers in route percentage, so this could present a valuable buy opportunity in your season long leagues. Despite the slow start, I’m still starting Collins with confidence.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Alec Pierce	IND	4.6 / 4.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Pat Surtain	DEN	Risky
Alec Pierce was already a dart throw at best, and now he has to deal with Pat Surtain? No thank you. Avoid in all formats this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Brian Thomas	JAC	9 / 8.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Cam Taylor-Britt	CIN	Moderate
Add Brian Thomas to the list of WRs that disappointed in Week 1, with only 1 reception for 11 receiving yards. While the results are disappointing, I’m not panicking just yet. The Bengals offense should put up points, causing the Jaguars to be more aggressive in Week 2. I’m expecting a BTJ bounce back this week in a solid matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
JuJu Smith-Schuster	KC	10.5 / 8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Adoree' Jackson	PHI	Moderate
An early injury to Xavier Worthy in Week 1 required the Chiefs to pivot their game plan, which led to JuJu Smith-Schuster turning 5 targets into 5 receptions for 55 yards. While he might be a safe option in PPR formats with Worthy out, JuJu isn’t someone that I’m actively targeting this week with a tough matchup against Philadelphia.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Dont'e Thornton	LV	N/A / 5.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Donte Jackson	LAC	Moderate
After Amari Cooper’s unexpected retirement, Thorton has been thrusted into a full-time role in the Raiders offense. This only led to a 12% target share and 45 receiving yards in Week 1, and I wouldn’t expect much more in Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Quentin Johnston	LAC	N/A / 22.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Eric Stokes	LV	Moderate
Quentin Johnston was the hot commodity on most wavier wires after Week 1 after he finished with a team high 79 receiving yards on 7 targets. While Tre Harris might eventually play a bigger role in this offense, it’s clearly not happening yet, with Harris only seeing a 12% route percentage. Until Harris carves out a larger role, Johnston should be a solid WR2 or flex option if the Chargers continue to throw the ball as often as they did in Week 1.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Davante Adams	LAR	9.1 / 7.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jarvis Brownlee	TEN	Moderate
Per usual, the Rams target share was very consolidated between the top two options, which includes Davante Adams. Despite only having 51 receiving yards, Adams had a 28% target share in Week 1 and better days are ahead for the veteran pass catcher. If there’s an opportunity to buy low, you should take advantage of it while you can.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jaylen Waddle	MIA	7 / 5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Christian Gonzalez	NE	Risky
The Dolphins offense looked rough in Week 1, and things aren’t going to get any easier for Jaylen Waddle in Week 2 with a matchup against Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez. Waddle was tied for 2nd among Dolphins pass catchers with 5 targets in Week 1, but that only turned into 4 receptions for 30 yards in a matchup that should have been much easier than the one he faces this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Justin Jefferson	MIN	N/A / 12.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Mike Hughes	ATL	Moderate
It took a little while for the Vikings offense to get rolling in Week 1, but this pass game still goes through Justin Jefferson as expected. Jefferson finished Week 1 with a 35% target share and also converted his lone end zone target into a receiving touchdown as well. Jefferson remains a must start regardless of the matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Kayshon Boutte	NE	19.3 / 16.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jack Jones	MIA	Safe
Kayshon Boutte got off to a very strong start in Week 1, leading all pass catchers in receiving yards and being tied for the lead in targets and receptions. He was also one of only two Patriots WRs to see an end zone target as well. After being one of the most popular waiver wire pick ups after Week 1, he should be a solid flex option with a plus matchup in Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Chris Olave	NO	12.4 / 8.9
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Renardo Green	SF	Safe
Chris Olave gave fantasy managers an early scare whenever he went to the sidelines with a chest injury, but he ended up returning quickly and leading all Saints pass catchers with 12 targets. While the quality of the targets isn’t great due to the poor QB play, the volume is very encouraging for Olave’s fantasy value this season. Even with the inefficiency of the Saints offense, Olave should be a solid fantasy option if the volume continues to be there.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Darius Slayton	NYG	0 / 0
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Trevon Diggs	DAL	Moderate
Darius Slayton operated as the primary left WR for the Giants in Week 1, but he was just out there running wind sprints. Despite running the most routes among Giants pass catchers, he only had 1 target and no receptions. Maybe this offense eventually gets a lift when rookie QB Jaxson Dart takes over, but I’m avoiding Slayton in all formats for now.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Josh Reynolds	NYJ	3.8 / 2.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Dorian Strong	BUF	Moderate
Josh Reynolds was 2nd on the team with 23 routes run in Week 1, but only ended up with 3 targets that turned into 2 receptions for 18 yards. All pass catchers not named Garrett Wilson should continue to be avoided moving forward.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
A.J. Brown	PHI	1.8 / 1.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Trent McDuffie	KC	Moderate
Week 1 was about as strange as it gets for Eagles star WR A.J. Brown. Brown only saw one target, which didn’t even come until closer to the end of the game. There should be much better days ahead for Brown, and he continues to be a must start for me.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
DK Metcalf	PIT	12.3 / 10.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Josh Jobe	SEA	Moderate
After trading for DK Metcalf and giving him a contract extension this offseason, he was featured as the Steelers top pass catcher in Week 1. Metcalf led the team with 7 targets which ended up turning into 4 receptions for 83 yards. While Rodgers passing touchdowns went elsewhere in Week 1, that luck should change for Metcalf eventually if he continues to see solid target volume.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jauan Jennings	SF	3.6 / 2.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Kool-Aid McKinstry	NO	Moderate
While Jauan Jennings wasn’t very productive in Week 1, he did finish 2nd among pass catchers with 5 targets. With TE George Kittle now on IR, there are more targets up for grabs, but Jennings is dealing with his own injury as well. With Jennings injury concern combined with the fact that backup QB Mac Jones will be starting with Brock Purdy out with an injury, I’m trying to stay away from Jennings this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jaxon Smith-Njigba	SEA	23.4 / 17.9
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Darius Slay	PIT	Moderate
Seattle’s passing offense was the JSN show in Week 1, leading all pass catchers with an insane 57% target share. JSN ended up with 9 receptions for 124 yards, and while the target share might be unsustainable, he should continue to be the focal point of this offense. JSN is firmly a must start regardless of matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Emeka Egbuka	TB	N/A / 21.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Kamari Lassiter	HOU	Moderate
Welcome to the show, Emeka Egbuka. The rookie WR wasted no time making his presence felt, leading Tampa Bay with 67 receiving yards and added 2 touchdowns as well. While multiple touchdowns is unrealistic to expect on a weekly basis, Egbuka will be a clear top two target in this offense until Chris Godwin returns, and maybe even after he returns as well based off how good he looked in Week 1.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Elic Ayomanor	TEN	3.3 / 2.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Ahkello Witherspoon	LAR	Moderate
The Titans offense struggled as a whole in Week 1, which shouldn’t have come as a surprise considering you had a rookie QB on the road against one of the leagues best defenses in the Denver Broncos. The good news for rookie WR Elic Ayomanor is that he was very involved in this offense from the jump. Ayomanor was 2nd behind only Calvin Ridley with 7 targets but only ended up with 2 receptions for 13 yards. As the matchups get easier, and his chemistry with QB Cam Ward grows, there should be better days ahead for Ayomanor. He’s a great stash in season long leagues right now.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Terry McLaurin	WAS	N/A / 3.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Carrington Valentine	GB	Risky
Terry McLaurin got off to a slow start in Week 1, with only 2 receptions for 27 yards. Due to the amount of time he missed in camp during his holdout, we probably should have seen this coming. It might take McLaurin a little more time to get back up to game speed, and the matchup is a tough one this week. I’m avoiding McLaurin anywhere that I can this week.


Right WR vs Left CB
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Michael Wilson	ARI	1.5 / 1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Mike Jackson	CAR	Risky
As expected, Michael Wilson continues to be mostly a non-factor for this Cardinals passing offense. Even in a positive matchup last week, he only had 1 reception for 5 yards on 4 targets. You should once again fade Michael Wilson in all formats this week, especially with the tough matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Drake London	ATL	N/A / 9.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Isaiah Rodgers	MIN	Safe
As expected, Drake London was the go-to guy for the Falcons passing offense in Week 1, bringing in a 35.7% target share. The 15 targets only ended up leading to 55 receiving yards, but London will have better games with that kind of target volume. Latest reports are that London is expected to play despite the shoulder injury he suffered in Week 1, and you can start him with confidence in this plus matchup if that ends up being the case.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
DeAndre Hopkins	BAL	11.5 / 10.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Greg Newsome	CLE	Safe
We got to see a glimpse of vintage DeAndre Hopkins in Week 1 with the incredible one-handed touchdown grab, unfortunately, he only had one other target the rest of the game. Hopkins has a plus matchup this week, but it’s hard to trust him with such low target volume. Until we see the targets increase, I’ll continue to watch the incredible catches Hopkins makes with him not in my fantasy lineup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Joshua Palmer	BUF	11.1 / 8.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Brandon Stephens	NYJ	Moderate
Joshua Palmer had an impressive first week with his new team, coming in 2nd among Bills pass catchers in targets and ran the 3rd most routes behind only Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir. Whenever you’re an (almost) every down player in an offense led by Josh Allen, good things can happen. He’s a big play waiting to happen as well, with an average depth of target of 13.3 in Week 1.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Xavier Legette	CAR	4 / 2.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Max Melton	ARI	Risky
Week 1 was a disappointing one for Xavier Legette, who ended up with 3 receptions for only 10 yards against Jacksonville. Until we see the target volume go up, or Legette be more efficient with the targets he does get, he’s someone you should avoid regardless of the matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Rome Odunze	CHI	15.7 / 12.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
D.J. Reed	DET	Moderate
Rome Odunze ended up leading all Bears pass catchers with 9 targets in Week 1, but he didn’t do much with them. Odunze only ended up with 37 receiving yards and a brutal 0.93 yards per route run but saved his fantasy day with a touchdown. The target volume alone is enough to start him, and hopefully we see improved efficiency come with it as the season goes on.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Ja'Marr Chase	CIN	4.6 / 3.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jarrian Jones	JAC	Moderate
Even more so than Tee Higgins, fantasy managers felt the pain of a down Week 1 from their first-round draft pick, Ja'Marr Chase. Also like Higgins, Chase is someone that you should continue to put into your lineup with confidence regardless of his struggles or the matchup. Jacksonville’s secondary looked improved in Week 1, but Chase presents much more of a challenge than anything the Jaguars had to deal with last week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jerry Jeudy	CLE	11.6 / 9.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Nate Wiggins	BAL	Moderate
As expected, Jerry Jeudy was a focal point of the Browns passing offense in Week 1. While targets were spread out, some other metrics paint a picture that Jeudy could have the most upside. Along with being tied for 2nd in targets, Jeudy was 1st in yards per target and yards per reception among Browns pass catchers.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
CeeDee Lamb	DAL	21 / 17.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Cordale Flott	NYG	Moderate
The drops CeeDee Lamb had in Week 1 will make the headlines, but for fantasy purposes, all that means is that Lamb is consistently being targeted. Lamb had a Week 1 target share of 38%, and not only that, he was the only Cowboys pass catcher over a 20% target share. Lamb could very well end up being the WR1 overall with this type of usage and the talent that he possess.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Marvin Mims	DEN	3.2 / 0.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Xavien Howard	IND	Risky
Marvin Mims has been a favorite of the fantasy football community, but he didn’t do himself any favors to back that up in Week 1. Mims caught 3 of his 4 targets for only 12 yards. Outside of Sutton, this offense seems to be a WR by committee of sorts, with Mims only running a route on 51% of snaps. Unless Sean Payton gives someone other than Sutton a more defined role in this offense, I’m staying away.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Isaac TeSlaa	DET	8.3 / 7.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Tyrique Stevenson	CHI	Safe
Last week I mentioned that it was only a matter of time before Isaac TeSlaa took over the WR3 role from Kalif Raymond in this offense, and it might end up happening after Week 1. Raymond still played more snaps, but if I’m considering taking a shot on the WR3 for the Lions, it’s TeSlaa for me. However, I have no interest in the WR3 in this offense rather it’s Raymond or TeSlaa.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Matthew Golden	GB	N/A / 2.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Trey Amos	WAS	Risky
It was a slow start for the Packers first round WR, but we need to be patient here. Matthew Golden only saw a 44% route percentage in his first career start, and that’s only going to climb as his rookie season continues. While I’m not playing Golden this week, he’s a stash I’m willing to hold onto.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Xavier Hutchinson	HOU	2.1 / 4.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Darious Williams	TB	Safe
Rookie WR Jayden Higgins was expected to be the WR2 in this offense, but it ended up being Xavier Hutchison that had the 2nd highest route percentage behind Nico Collins in Week 1. While that will likely change as the season goes on, we should assume that Hutchinson is the Texans WR2 in the short term.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Michael Pittman	IND	20 / 17
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Riley Moss	DEN	Moderate
The Colts might have been the surprise team of Week 1, led by Michael Pittman, but the Broncos defense are a whole different story compared to the Miami Dolphins. I’m avoiding the entire Colts WR room in Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Dyami Brown	JAC	8.8 / 7.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
DJ Turner	CIN	Moderate
Dyami Brown was 2nd among Jaguars pass catchers in receiving yards in Week 1, but with only a 13% target share, it’s hard to depend on that continuing. This WR room belongs to Brian Thomas and Travis Hunter.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tyquan Thornton	KC	6.1 / 5.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Quinyon Mitcheel	PHI	Risky
Similar to JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tyquan Thornton saw an expanded role in Week 1 due to the Xavier Worthy injury. Despite the increased snaps, Thornton isn’t someone I’m targeting for season long or DFS.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tre Tucker	LV	N/A / 12.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Cam Hart	LAC	Moderate
Tre Tucker only ended up seeing 3 targets in Week 1, but a receiving touchdown ended up saving his day for fantasy purposes. This offense clearly runs through Ashton Jeanty, Brock Bowers, and Jakobi Meyers, and I’ll be avoiding all other Raiders until further notice.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Keenan Allen	LAC	N/A / 16.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Kyu Blu Kelly	LV	Moderate
Keenan Allen picked up right where he left off with a 27% target share in his first game with the Chargers. Allen also tied McConkey with a 28% first read percentage in Week 1 and also saw an end zone target that he converted into a touchdown as well. As long as Greg Roman and co. continue to let Justin Herbert control the offense, Allen should be a solid option for fantasy teams.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tutu Atwell	LAR	1.4 / 0.9
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
L'Jarius Sneed	TEN	Moderate
Tutu Atwell might be the WR3 for the Rams, but for fantasy football, this shouldn’t mean much for us. The Rams offense revolves around Puka, Adams, and Kyren Williams. You can continue to avoid Tutu in all formats.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tyreek Hill	MIA	8 / 6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Alex Austin	NE	Moderate
There was a lot of hope this offseason that Tyreek Hill could bounce back and be the fantasy asset we’ve become accustomed to, but Week 1 did not offer much to be optimistic about. Tyreek did lead all Dolphins pass catchers in targets with 6, but that only came out to a 19% target share with how much Tua spread out the ball. Tyreek still has the speed to win you any given week, so hopefully we see improvements from the Dolphins offense this week.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Adam Thielen	MIN	N/A / 2
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
A.J Terrell	ATL	Risky
Jordan Addison will make his return to this article next week, but for now let’s talk about Adam Thielen. The veteran made his return to Minnesota in Week 1, however he only generated 1 target. He should be avoided in all formats.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Stefon Diggs	NE	11.7 / 8.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Rasul Douglas	MIA	Moderate
It appears the Patriots might be somewhat easing Stefon Diggs into the offense while he makes his return from his ACL tear that he suffered last season. Diggs was 4th among pass catchers with a 62% route percentage but was still 2nd on the team in targets and tied for 1st in receptions. As his role and chemistry with QB Drake Maye continues to grow, there should be better fantasy days ahead for Diggs.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Rashid Shaheed	NO	9.3 / 6.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Deommodore Lenoir	SF	Moderate
Rashid Shaheed ended up leading all Saints pass catchers in routes run in Week 1 but was not quite as involved as Chris Olave and TE Juwan Johnson. Shaheed still had 9 targets, but it’s going to be tough for him to generate big plays as long as the QB plays continues to be below average. He’s nothing more than a DFS dart throw for me currently.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Malik Nabers	NYG	12.1 / 9.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Kaiir Elam	DAL	Safe
Russell Wilson might not have looked great, but at least he fed Malik Nabers targets like we all hoped and expected. Nabers ended up leading Giants pass catchers with 11 targets, but that only ended up turning into 5 receptions for 71 yards. He also had one end zone target, but it was not converted into a touchdown. There will need to be improvements made by Russ or a QB change for Nabers to hit his true ceiling, but he remains a must start regardless with his talent and the volume he’s expected to see on a weekly basis.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Garrett Wilson	NYJ	22.5 / 19
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Christian Benford	BUF	Moderate
Former college teammates Justin Fields and Garrett Wilson picked up right where they left off in Week 1. Wilson was Fields clear #1 target, leading the team with a 36% target share and 36% first read share. Coming off a week where Wilson turned 8 targets into 7 receptions for 95 yards and a touchdown, he should be a must start moving forward.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jahan Dotson	PHI	8.9 / 7.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Jaylen Watson	KC	Moderate
Just as we all expected, Jahan Dotson led all Eagles pass catchers with 59 receiving yards in Week 1. Considering he only saw 3 targets, I wouldn’t expect this trend to continue. I’ll be avoiding Dotson for now despite the hot start.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Roman Wilson	PIT	0 / 0
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Riq Woolen	SEA	Moderate
Despite being the primary right WR for the Steelers, Roman Wilson ended up running only 6 routes due to how often Pittsburgh was utilizing both of their top TE’s. After earning zero targets in Week 1, he should be someone avoided in all formats moving forward.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Ricky Pearsall	SF	17.8 / 15.8
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Isaac Yiadom	NO	Moderate
Ricky Pearsall delivered on the offseason hype in Week 1, leading all 49ers pass catchers with 7 targets, 4 receptions, and 108 receiving yards. With San Francisco’s other top pass catcher George Kittle hitting the IR, I’m comfortable playing Pearsall despite the fact it’ll be backup QB Mac Jones behind center for Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Tory Horton	SEA	0 / 0
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Joey Porter	PIT	Moderate
Rookie WR Tory Horton won a starting WR job in this offense due to an impressive camp and preseason, but unfortunately, he only ended up running wind sprints in Week 1. Horton didn’t see a single target across his 16 routes run and should be avoided until we see more involvement in the offense.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Mike Evans	TB	N/A / 7.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Derek Stingley	HOU	Risky
Mike Evans wasn’t the most productive Buccaneers WR in Week 1, but he still led the team with 8 targets and 5 receptions, and his 51 receiving yards was 2nd only behind rookie Emeka Egbuka. Evans expects to draw the most coverage from Texans star CB Derek Stingley, but he’s moved around the formation enough that you should still feel comfortable starting him despite the tough matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Calvin Ridley	TEN	6.7 / 4.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Emmanuel Forbes	LAR	Moderate
Calvin Ridley disappointed in Week 1, but if you read this article last week, you would have known that was coming. Ridley led all Titans pass catchers with 8 targets but only ended up with 4 receptions for 27 yards while dealing with Pat Surtain all afternoon. Things should get easier this week, although the Rams secondary did a great job against Nico Collins last week. Ridley could be a solid buy-low opportunity if he struggles again in Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Noah Brown	WAS	N/A / 3.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Keisean Nixon	GB	Moderate
Noah Brown was the primary right WR for this Commanders offense to start the season, but that didn’t mean much for his fantasy value in Week 1. Brown ended up with just 3 targets, 2 receptions, and 27 yards. Brown is someone I’ll be avoiding regardless of the matchup until the usage increases.


Slot WR vs Slot CB
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Zay Flowers	BAL	31.1 / 27.6
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Myles Harden	CLE	Safe
Take a bow, Zay Flowers. After turning 9 targets into 7 receptions, 143 yards, and 1 TD, Flowers ended up the WR1 for Week 1. It’s not realistic to expect a 47.4% target share every week, but it’s clear that Flowers is the main target for Lamar Jackson and this Ravens passing attack. He’s set up to smash once again this week with a plus matchup against Browns slot corner Myles Harden.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Khalil Shakir	BUF	12.4 / 9.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Michael Carter	NYJ	Moderate
Khalil Shakir saw decent target volume in Week 1 but only ended up with 6 receptions for 64 yards. As I mentioned in this article last week, Shakir is a safe floor option with limited upside. He’s not someone that will kill you if you need to start him, but he’s not likely to be the one to win you your week or make you rich either.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Amon-Ra St. Brown	DET	8.5 / 6.5
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Nick McCloud	CHI	Safe
While he only had 45 receiving yards in Week 1, there’s no reason to panic on Amon-Ra St. Brown yet. He’s still comfortably in the “start your studs” category and was 2nd among pass catchers behind only TE Sam LaPorta with a 23.8% first read percentage. With a plus matchup against Chicago CB Nick McCloud this week, I’m expecting Amon-Ra to get back on track in Week 2.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Travis Hunter	JAC	9.3 / 6.3
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Daxton Hill	CIN	Risky
Travis Hunter continues to be one of the biggest wild cards in fantasy football with his defensive snaps expected to increase as the season progresses, but that doesn’t mean his offensive snaps have to suffer because of it. In his first career game, Hunter was able to earn 8 targets that turned into 6 receptions for 33 yards.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Hollywood Brown	KC	19.9 / 14.9
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Cooper DeJean	PHI	Risky
While the matchup against Cooper DeJean is less than ideal, the usage Hollywood Brown saw in Week 1 following the Xavier Worthy injury was not. Brown ended up seeing 14 targets that he turned into 10 receptions for 99 yards. With the injuries to the Chiefs pass catchers, Hollywood Brown is the one guy I’m interested in putting in my lineup for both season long and DFS formats.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Jakobi Meyers	LV	N/A / 13.7
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Tarheeb Still	LAC	Moderate
Jakobi Meyers is the clear WR1 for the Raiders offense, being the only pass catcher with a route percentage over 90%. Meyers also led all pass catchers with a 29% target share and had 97 receiving yards and 8 receptions. Meyers should be confidently started on a weekly basis moving forward.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Puka Nacua	LAR	26.1 / 21.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Roger McCreary	TEN	Moderate
Even while battling head injuries during the game, Puka Nacua still managed to lead all Rams pass catchers with a 38% target share and 41% first read percentage. Given his talent and the volume that he sees, Puka should be a must start on a weekly basis regardless of the matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Ladd McConkey	LAC	N/A / 10.4
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Darnay Holmes	LV	Safe
Ladd McConkey might have been disappointing for fantasy managers in Week 1, but the usage shows that better days are ahead. McConkey was still tied for the highest target percentage and 1st read percentage among Chargers pass catchers. With the passing offense being so consolidated, I’m confident Ladd will bounce back in Week 2 with a plus matchup.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
DeVonta Smith	PHI	4.6 / 3.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Chamarri Conner	KC	Safe
It was an overall down week for Eagles pass catchers, but I wouldn’t expect that to be the case moving forward. DeVonta Smith is simply too talented to continue to only see 3 targets, and he has a plus matchup this week that could set up for a bounce back. I would continue to put Smith in my lineup despite the slow start.
Wide Receiver	Team	DK / FD PPG
Deebo Samuel	WAS	N/A / 19.1
Cornerback	Opp	Matchup
Javon Bullard	GB	Safe
While Terry McLaurin might have gotten off to a slow start, Deebo Samuel did not. Samuel led all Commanders pass catchers with 10 targets, 7 receptions, and 77 yards. While McLaurin continues to get worked into the offense, Deebo should be treated as this teams WR1. With another plus matchup ahead in Week 2, I’m starting Deebo with confidence this week.

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