Fantasy football rankings for Week 2: Players to sit, start

The first rule of fantasy football after Week 1 is simple: Don’t panic.

But that’s far easier said than done. With all the injuries last week and the uncertainty over how the new season will play out, fantasy managers have some tough calls to make in Week 2. That’s why we’re here to help.

These fantasy football rankings are based on the point-per-reception (PPR) scoring used in most seasonal and daily fantasy football formats. One point is awarded for every 10 rushing and receiving yards and one point for every 20 passing yards. Six points are awarded for touchdowns scored, four points for passing TDs and one point for receptions.

Rankings are compiled by Daniel Dobish, TheHuddle.com.

(*-check status before kickoff)

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 20 of 28 passes for 291 yards and a touchdown in Kansas City's season-opening win over the Baltimore Ravens. — Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completed 20 of 28 passes for 291 yards and a touchdown in Kansas City’s season-opening win over the Baltimore Ravens.

Josh Allen injured his left hand in Week 1 diving for a touchdown, but has been cleared to practice and should be fine to start on Thursday night.
Justin Fields is expected to get another start for Pittsburgh with Russell Wilson still dealing with a calf injury.

Fantasy football Week 2 running back rankings

Playing this season in an entirely new offensive scheme, Bijan Robinson had 18 of the Falcons' 21 rushing attempts in Week 1 and also led the team with five receptions. — Playing this season in an entirely new offensive scheme, Bijan Robinson had 18 of the Falcons’ 21 rushing attempts in Week 1 and also led the team with five receptions.

De’Von Achane (ankle) is questionable and Raheem Mostert (chest) is out for Thursday night vs. Buffalo. Look for Jeff Wilson Jr. to see more reps with Jaylen Wright set to make his NFL debut due to the short week.
Christian McCaffrey (calf, Achilles) appears likely to miss a second consecutive game. The Niners can feel more comfortable giving him extra time to recover after Jordan Mason‘s big game (152 rushing yards, TD) on Monday night.

Fantasy football Week 2 wide receiver rankings

CeeDee Lamb didn't need to have a big game in Week 1 with the Cowboys' blowout win in Cleveland, but he did have five receptions for 61 yards and should be even more productive this week against the Saints. — CeeDee Lamb didn’t need to have a big game in Week 1 with the Cowboys’ blowout win in Cleveland, but he did have five receptions for 61 yards and should be even more productive this week against the Saints.

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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Fantasy football Week 2: PPR rankings for every position

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