Quarterbacks

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1. Drew Brees (NO): This week’s top fantasy quarterback is the leader of the New Orleans Saints, Drew Brees. Last week against the supposedly tough Chicago defense, he was exceptional yet again, throwing for 270 yards and three touchdowns. This week he’ll be up against a Texans defense, while first in opponent passing yards, has yet to face a top tier quarterback. Expect the Saints offense and Brees to put up big numbers. Projected fantasy points: 20.8.

2. Aaron Rodgers (GB): The champ with the belt is second on the list after another great passing performance against the Panthers. He finished with a passer rating of 119.9. Rodgers’ next opponent is Chicago, which has had some issues defensively, especially against the pass. The Bears are ranked 27^th in opponent passing yards at 270, so expect Rodgers to mimic what Brees did against them in week 2 by putting up points through the air. Projected fantasy points: 19.3.

3. Philip Rivers (SD): Rivers had a tough game last week because of a tough opponent. The Chargers lost by 14 to the Patriots, and Rivers finished with 378 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Week 3 will be much easier for him because he’ll be facing the awful Chiefs defense. Kansas City has been blown out the past two weeks facing Ryan Fitzgerald and Matthew Stafford. Rivers is going to have a field day. Projected fantasy points: 19.1.

4. Tom Brady (NE): Compared to his week 1 performance Brady had an off day but compared to the rest of the league he was exceptional in week 2. In two weeks Brady has thrown for 940 yards and seven touchdowns. His next opponent is Buffalo. The Bills have surprised a lot of people by playing very well, but their defense has yet to face a quarterback of Brady’s caliber. Expect more fantastic numbers and another solid fantasy day from Brady in week 3. Projected fantasy points: 18.9.

5. Tony Romo (DAL): Last on the list is Dallas quarterback Tony Romo. He had a solid game against the 49ers in week 2, finishing with 345 yards passing and a couple of touchdowns. He was injured in the game with broken ribs and a punctured lung but he looks good to go for Sunday. He’ll be facing the Redskins, which are 17^th in opponent passing yards, at home. He’ll thrive at home and put up good numbers. Projected fantasy points: 17.4.

Running Backs

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1. Adrian Peterson (MIN): The top running back for week 3 is a force on the ground. Last week he tore up the Buccaneers defense, rushing for 120 yards and two touchdowns. Sunday he’ll try to repeat the performance against a Lions defense that is decent in rush defense (103.5 opponent rushing yards per game). Minnesota lacks a good passing attack and therefore has relied on the running game and Peterson to score points. That won’t change on Sunday, and Peterson will put up his usual great numbers. Projected fantasy points: 17.8.

2. Rashard Mendenhall (PIT): Mendenhall had a decent game in week 2 against the struggling Seahawks, running for 66 yards and a touchdown. Those numbers aren’t outstanding, but what puts him second on the list is his opponent this Sunday, the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts have defended the pass fairly well, but give up 136.5 yards per game on the ground. The Steelers will run the ball a lot, and Mendenhall will get most of those carries. Projected fantasy points: 17.7.

3. Ray Rice (BAL): Ray Rice did not run the ball well last week, 43 yards rushing and no touchdowns, but made up for it with five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown. For the owners that are worried about his production in week 2, things will be better in week 3 against the St. Louis Rams. The Rams are 32^nd in the league in rush defense, allowing a whopping 177.5 yards per game. The Ravens will run the ball, Rice will get the carries, and he’ll put up points. Projected fantasy points: 17.2.

4. Chris Johnson (TEN): The speedy Johnson takes the fourth spot after a subpar day against the lockdown Ravens run defense. This Sunday he will be running against a far less intimidating defense in the Denver Broncos, who give up 131 yards per game on the ground. Johnson has not lived up to expectations so far, but owners should expect him to bounce back in week 3. Projected fantasy points: 16.7.

5. Darren McFadden (OAK): McFadden has made a lot of fantasy owners happy, running for 150 yards in week 1, and running for 72 yards with one touchdown, and catching seven passes for 71 yards and a touchdown in week 2. This week will be a tough opponent for the talented back, as he will be facing the New York Jets defense. The Jets only give up 88 yards on the ground per game, but the Raiders are a good rushing team that relies on McFadden in all facets of the offense. Projected fantasy points: 14.7.

Wide Receivers

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1. Dez Bryant (DAL): The top projected fantasy wide receiver for week 3 is Dez Bryant. He didn’t play in week 2 against the Niners, but will be ready to go this Sunday against the Washington Redskins. In week 1 against a tough Jets defense he caught three passes for 71 yards and a touchdown. Dallas should find success throwing against the Washington defense, which means good fantasy points for Bryant. Projected fantasy points: 13.4.

2. Calvin Johnson (DET): In week 2, Calvin Johnson didn’t get a lot of yardage (29), but made up for that with touchdowns (2). This Sunday he will be facing the Minnesota Vikings who are vulnerable against the pass, ranked 23^rd in opponents passing yards. On top of that, Johnson’s quarterback Matthew Stafford has been playing well and targeting the wide receiver often. Projected fantasy points: 12.4.

3. Steve Johnson (BUF): Johnson number two on the list is coming off a big game against the Oakland Raiders last week. He caught eight passed for 96 yards and a touchdown. Next week, his Bills are facing the Patriots. The New England defense is vulnerable against the pass, ranked 31^st in the league in opponents passing yards with 381. The Bills may not win the game, but Johnson should have a good day. Projected fantasy points: 12.2.

4. Andre Johnson (HOU): Johnson number 3 takes the fourth spot after a 93 yards receiving and one touchdown game against Miami last week. This Sunday, he will be dealing with a slightly better but not great passing defense in the New Orleans Saints. Johnson has 188 yards and two touchdowns in two games, which is only the beginning for the talented wide receiver. Projected fantasy points: 12.0.

5. Vincent Jackson (SD): Rounding out the top 5 is San Diego’s star receiver Vincent Jackson. Last week Jackson was downright exceptional, catching 10 passing for 172 yards and two touchdowns. This week he will face the atrocious Kansas City pass defense. It would be a good idea to keep Jackson in the starting lineup. Projected fantasy points: 11.8.

Tight Ends

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1. Jason Witten (DAL): The reliable tight end for the Cowboy takes the top spot this week. Last week he went about his business and caught seven passes for 102 yards. This weekend against the Redskins, Witten should maintain his good numbers as he is one of Romo’s favorite targets. Projected fantasy points: 10.5.

2. Rob Gronkowski (NE): Tom Brady gets the ball to just about everyone in the offense, especially the tight ends. Last week, Gronkowski had a great day, catching four passes for 86 yards and two touchdowns. This week against the Bills owners can expect the Patriots offense to keep on rolling, which means more fantasy points for Gronkowski and company. Projected fantasy points: 9.9.

3. Antonio Gates (SD): Last week Gates was the focus of the Patriots secondary and as a result ended up with no catches. The Pats did a great job of keeping the ball out of his hands, but that won’t happen this weekend against the Chiefs. Kansas City has played little to no defense so far this year, so expect Gates to put up good numbers. Projected fantasy points: 9.8.

4. Jimmy Graham (NO): In the first two week of play, Graham has 135 yards receiving and a touchdown. On Sunday, he will be up against the Texans defense, which is middle of the pack when it comes to defending the pass. With Drew Brees taking the snaps, owners can expect Graham to get plenty of action on game day. Projected fantasy points: 8.6.

5. Kellen Winslow (TB): The first two weeks of the season have been ok in terms of production from the Buccaneers tight end. He’s got 110 yards receiving and no touchdowns heading into the week 3 contest against the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons biggest weakness as a team is defending the pass, which is a good sign for Winslow owners. Expect some good yardage and possibly a touchdown. Projected fantasy points: 8.0.

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