Week 2 showed everything we learned in Week 1 could be wrong. That is what we love about this league. Each week a group of Footballguys staffers will discuss a pressing issue while identifying key movers at quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end. 

Dynasty Movement at Quarterback

Tua Tagovailoa, Miami

Andy Hicks - Last year, Tagovailoa was someone I was very concerned about due to his concussion risks. He managed to get through the entire season without incident. To suffer a concussion on such an innocuous hit against the Bills confirms all the fears I had last season. If, and it is a big if, he comes back, can he avoid a hit to his head on every single play? He moves right down the rankings.

Jason Wood - The reality is that regardless of how you valued Tagovailoa before this week's game, you now have to discount him substantially. As most know, the Dolphins quarterback suffered another concussion, raising concerns about his long-term health and the merits of continuing his NFL career. Tagovailoa has publicly stated his intention to keep playing, and if he can stay healthy, he has an enviable supporting cast and an offensive structure that will allow for plenty of big weeks. However, given his age and recently signed contract, you might have viewed Tagovailoa as a long-term, low-risk asset. Now, he's one big hit away from potentially ending his career.

Geno Smith, Seattle

Andy Hicks - With a new coaching staff in place and Sam Howell coming off a good fantasy year in Washington, I expected Smith to cede way to Howell. The performance against the Patriots cemented Smith as the starter moving forward. At age 33, Smith has many good years left in the NFL. Given the impatience shown and the high bust rate of rookie quarterbacks, it is time to give Smith a boost in fantasy rankings.

Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville

Andy Hicks - Lawrence has started 52 games for the Jaguars. He received a healthy new contract. But apart from a handful of games has been the poster child for average quarterback play. At what stage do we not consider him a future great? Some of us are already there. Excuses ran out some time ago.

Bryce Young, Carolina

Jason Wood - Fortunately, I was already among the lowest in the industry on Bryce Young's dynasty prospects. However, despite already being near the bottom, I'm lowering him further following the news that he's been benched in favor of Andy Dalton. There's no way to interpret this other than the organization throwing in the towel on the Young experiment in hopes of keeping the locker room together; the Panthers' 2025 starter isn't currently on the roster. Young's best path forward is landing on another team as a No. 2 quarterback and then, in a few seasons, getting an opportunity as a stop-gap or transitional starter. That's not worthy of his consensus dynasty ranking.

Corey Spala—The benching is an obvious drop in dynasty rankings. Young did not appear confident in his play, and the coaching staff agreed. It may benefit his future outlook to find a new environment, develop, and learn behind a veteran quarterback. Young should have never been thrust into a starting role and should have been allowed to develop. I hope he can get the chance. 

Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay

Corey Spala - According to his box score, Baker Mayfield struggled against Detroit in Week 2. He was running for his life in the game as the offensive line struggled against Detroit's pass rush (five sacks). Mayfield salvaged the game and brought the win home for Tampa Bay. Mayfield has an obvious chip on his shoulder and the confidence to win games and lead his team. He is our current QB19, and I have no problem moving him ahead of Jared Goff (QB17) and Tua Tagovailoa (QB16). 

Dan Hindery - As Dave Kluge noted in his article Three Up, Three Down, Baker Mayfield is averaging 24.7 fantasy PPG and is fourth in the NFL in EPA per dropback. Again, he looks like the player drafted first overall and had a solid start to his career in Cleveland. At 29 years old, Mayfield is a good bet to remain an NFL starter for the foreseeable future. With weapons like Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Jalen McMillan, he has a strong chance to continue producing starter-caliber fantasy numbers, placing him solidly within the Top 20 dynasty quarterbacks.

Justin Fields, Pittsburgh

Dan Hindery - Fields caught a break when Russell Wilson re-aggravated his calf injury, leaving him unavailable to start the season. Fields has capitalized on the opportunity, playing mistake-free football and leading the Steelers to a 2-0 record. With Fields starting again in Week 3 and Pittsburgh opening as slight home favorites, he has a good shot at leading the team to a third consecutive win. As long as the Steelers keep winning, it's hard to see Mike Tomlin benching Fields in favor of Wilson. While the public narrative has pointed to Wilson as the likely starter for 2024, insider rumors suggest that the team is intrigued by Fields' rushing ability and youth. Even if Wilson had been healthy, his leash would have been short. All signs point to Fields having a real chance to hold onto the starting job for the remainder of the season and potentially earning a long-term deal as Pittsburgh's franchise quarterback. Given his rushing upside (22 carries through two games) and youth, Fields moves into my Top 20 position.

Aaron Rodgers, NY Jets

Dan Hindery - Rodgers needs more value for non-contending dynasty rosters. At almost 41 years old, he is nearing retirement. The bigger question is whether he has any value for contenders. Even early in the season, it's challenging to see Rodgers as a meaningful contributor, aside from maybe being a bye-week fill-in. Rodgers is averaging fewer than 12 fantasy PPG. At his age, coming off a torn Achilles, he isn't adding anything with his legs (zero rushing yards), and the Jets aren't running an explosive, pass-heavy offense. With no rushing production and modest passing numbers, there's little reason to believe Rodgers will have significant fantasy value moving forward. 

Andy Dalton, Carolina

Matt Montgomery-  It's no secret that the Panthers offense has been anemic under the leadership of Bryce Young, but the team has made a quick decision to move forward, and I think this signifies they feel they can compete with a different man under center. Andy Dalton was an effective fantasy quarterback for many seasons in Cincinnati, and while the playoff success wasn't there, he still led a high-powered offense to the playoffs. He gives an immediate boost to the players around him and even will have the ability to provide starter-worthy weeks for your teams, at least in the short term.

Derek Carr, New Orleans

Matt Montgomery- I know it has only been two weeks, but is it crazy to say that these two games may be a point of reference for us beginning to believe in the Saints' offense? Klint Kubiak knows how to run an offense effectively, and we are seeing Carr put the ball in the hands of his playmakers. They're converting big plays and first downs to extended drives and his time on the field. Not every week will be as sexy as the win against the Cowboys was, but Derek Carr may make owners uncomfortable by keeping him on the bench, and that is movement if I've ever seen it!   

Dynasty Movement at Running Back

Alvin Kamara, New Orleans

Andy Hicks - Kamara is a player I wrote off far too early. It is important to admit mistakes doing this. I undervalued Kamara drastically. We will not get four touchdown games every week, but he makes the offense tick. The early season form of Derek Carr and the Saints' offense can be attributed to Kamara's career resurrection. He deserves a big jump from my low early-season ranking.

Jason Wood - The rumors of Alvin Kamara's demise were greatly exaggerated. His age precludes him from a premier dynasty ranking, but no tailback has been a more productive and important part of his team this season, and it's clear he has legitimate every-down value regardless of the game script. He can catch ten passes if they're playing catch-up, and we see he has the short-yardage finisher role when the Saints are on script.

Rachaad White, Tampa Bay

Andy Hicks - 25 carries for 49 yards. His carry average was ordinary in previous years as well. White is a good receiver out of the backfield, so maybe he has a long-term future in that area. The Bucs have to look elsewhere. With Bucky Irving averaging over five yards to date, it seems clear where. White has to drop heavily, which I suspected if the Bucs found an alternative. 

Bucky Irving, Tampa Bay

Jason Wood - Bucky Irving looks better than Rachaad White in every facet of the game. With Tampa Bay being more competitive than expected, there's little reason for the team not to allow Irving to overtake White, a fantasy star, last year, solely due to a high volume of touches despite being woefully inefficient on a per-touch basis.

Cam Akers, Houston

Andy Hicks - With the performance of J.K. Dobbins and Cam Akers, maybe the long-held belief that running backs cannot come back from an Achilles tear is no longer valid. If Joe Mixon misses time, then the preseason fanfare that Akers was ahead of Dameon Pierce should bear out. Akers roars back into dynasty rankings on this possibility. He is only 25 years of age. Akers has had good performances in his career with the Rams. He looks good, fumbles apart, and deserves future consideration.

J.K. Dobbins, LA Chargers

Jason Wood - Dobbins is poised to reshape many dynasty leagues' fortunes completely. Largely discounted as barely rosterable after another Achilles injury, Dobbins shocked everyone by being a full camp participant and entering the season as a “co-starter” with Gus Edwards. While both are getting significant touches, Dobbins has been far more effective, showing off his explosiveness with a somersault into the end zone in Week 2. You can't deny he's an injury risk, but is he much riskier than anyone getting 15-plus touches per game? Either way, no player has climbed the dynasty rankings more than Dobbins in the last two weeks.

Dan Hindery - Dobbins' talent has never been questioned—it's always been about his health. Surprisingly, Dobbins looks healthier than he's been in his entire career, even after returning from an Achilles injury. He's posted back-to-back 130+ yard rushing performances to start the season. The Chargers' run-heavy offense will continue to feature him, and at just 25 years old, he has plenty left in the tank. While some may be tempted to "sell high" after acquiring Dobbins at a discount, resist the urge. What may seem like selling high now could look like a meager return if Dobbins maintains anything close to his current level of play.

Braelon Allen, NY Jets

Jason Wood - Allen is the youngest player in the NFL at any position (20 years old) and scored both receiving and rushing touchdowns in Week 2. He looked explosive and capable in both roles, which warrants a significant move up my dynasty rankings. Yes, he's still a handcuff behind one of the league's top young running backs, Breece Hall, but we know that injuries at the position are frequent. We can now safely view Allen as a plug-and-play, must-start option if given the opportunity.

Corey Spala -  The two-touchdown Week 2 performance is not sufficient reason to raise Allen in rankings. It certainly helps, but it is intriguing to see Allen's snap share increase from Week 1. This is not dismissing Breece Hall, but instead affirming the Jets have found their second running back. Allen had 12 routes (Hall 21) and 20 snaps (Hall 41) in Week 2. I am not overreacting to the touchdowns but instead adjusting to the potential within the Jets' offense moving forward. Allen had 11 opportunities (carries, targets), and his ability to be efficient and productive was confirmed with them. It should be noted that Hall does have a quadriceps injury (full participant), and Allen may retain a similar workload, if not increased, over the foreseeable future. Allen is currently RB40, and I would be comfortable having him over fellow rookies MarShawn Lloyd (RB32) and Jaylen Wright (RB30).

Matt Montgomery- I am not being hyperbolic when I say that we may be seeing something here with Allen potentially getting a stronger workload moving forward. Not only did he look good, but it didn't affect Breece Hall's production either, and I believe the Jets noticed this, too. If they can take the pressure off Aaron Rodgers while keeping Hall fresh due to the output we get from Allen, it is truly the best-case scenario for that offense. This gives Rodgers another weapon/safety net close to the line of scrimmage while also giving Saleh a change-of-pace option that will keep defenses honest. He's a slam dunk here, even with Hall as the starter. 

Kyren Williams, LA Rams

Corey Spala -  Touchdowns have saved Williams' first two-week fantasy performances. He has 30 carries for 75 yards and seven receptions for 31 yards. It should be noted the Rams' offensive line leaves more to be desired. Regardless, I do not feel comfortable having Williams at RB10. The right now matters with the future, and I am not betting on Williams scoring a touchdown in every game. I would prefer running backs ranked behind him and would feel comfortable with him dropping to RB20-22.

De'Von Achane, Miami

Dan Hindery - Achane is a dynasty riser for the second straight week. He had already climbed to RB4 overall before delivering another huge performance in Week 2. While he hasn't surpassed any of the top three running backs, he's closing the gap in trade value. There is now a clear separation between the Top 4 (Bijan Robinson, Breece Hall, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Achane) and the rest of the pack. Achane racked up 22 carries and seven receptions in Week 2 and should continue to see a heavy workload. Jaylen Wright is more raw than many realize, and the 32-year-old Raheem Mostert is unsurprisingly starting to show signs of decline. Achane is positioned as the featured back in one of the league's most running back-friendly offenses.

Jordan Mason, San Francisco

Matt Montgomery- The philosophy here is simple. Get running backs in a Shanahan offense. Mason has stepped up and is immediately contending for breakout star of the year, and because of this, Christian McCaffrey won't be rushed back to the games until he truly is 100%. This bodes well not only for the short-term viability of Mason in your leagues but also for his dynasty's future. We are getting a live audition for Mason, who is excelling in the opportunity, and we all know that Kyle Shanahan just wants guys to run the system and play what is in front of them. Mason is doing this very well early this season. 

Josh Jacobs, Green Bay

Matt Montgomery- Green Bay was viewed as a pass-happy team this offseason, and fantasy analysts and players were all trying to figure out who would emerge as the main pass catcher in this offense. What I believe we didn't talk about enough was how much of an impact Jacobs would have on the team, and now that Love is down for a little while, we will see a volume increase and potential point increase as well. It's not always pretty, but when Jacobs gets volume, he is a must-start player for your team, and that volume is guaranteed for the next few weeks. 

Dynasty Movement at Wide Receiver

Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seattle

Andy Hicks - After being drafted in round one last year, Smith-Njigba was relatively quiet in 2023. The veteran Tyler Lockett only saw two targets against the Patriots while Smith-Njigba broke out with 16, turning it into a 12 reception and his first one-hundred-yard game. It will not happen every week, but the waiting is over. A solid rise in rankings

Jason Wood - Green shoots! We're finally seeing Smith-Njigba commanding a leading role in Seattle. Although it's too early to say he has officially overtaken Tyler Lockett in the pecking order, all the signs are there—routes run, productivity per target, and snap counts regardless of subpackage.

Dan Hindery - When Smith-Njigba was the first wide receiver in the 2023 NFL Draft, he seemed like a safe bet to quickly develop into a high-volume slot target and an impact fantasy player (especially in PPR formats). However, he disappointed as a rookie. Part of that was due to missing most of his first training camp with an injury and being in and out of the lineup in the first half of the season. He never surpassed 63 receiving yards in a game during his rookie year and was targeted more than seven times just once. In his second season, Smith-Njigba is playing more snaps and finally starting to see the target volume we expected. In Week 2, he was targeted 16 times, catching 12 passes for 117 yards—both career highs by a wide margin. Whether this game is an outlier or the beginning of a true breakout remains to be seen. Given Smith-Njigba's talent and pedigree, the odds are strong that this is the start of something big.

Matt Montgomery- Everyone who felt like Smith-Njigba was a “bust” must be hating themselves. People forget that coming out of Ohio State around the time of Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson, many believed Smith-Njigba had the highest ceiling. While we didn't see that early in his career, we are starting to see this ceiling materialize before our very eyes! Not every week will see him snag 12 catches, but the best part of this game was seeing the sheer volume of targets. He is a focal point of the offensive game plan, and I am excited to watch how far he can take this throughout the season. 

Amari Cooper, Cleveland

Andy Hicks - Amari Cooper is a textbook example of why you should look beyond the end-of-season numbers when projecting the current year. His numbers were average for 2023, except for his final game, where he recorded 11 catches for 265 yards and two touchdowns. He jumped over a dozen spots in fantasy rankings. Now, at the age of 30, his consistency is going to stay the same. The start of 2024 has him with five catches for 27 yards from 17 targets. Yes, he will have a big game or two. Good luck finding it in amongst the two and three-catch games.

Rashid Shaheed, New Orleans

Andy Hicks - Shaheed might be good. Undrafted when entering the league, he made people notice with highlight reel plays over his first two years. This year, Shaheed has earned a vital role. He has started the season with touchdowns in consecutive games. He is proving himself to be one of the best deep threats in the league. His fantasy numbers will be better than anyone expected entering the season.

Jason Wood - I initially viewed Shaheed as a vertical threat and gimmick player who could deliver the occasional big play when the game script allowed, but he's steadily evolved into a more complete receiver who shares near-equal billing with Chris Olave. No offense has been more surprising than the Saints so far, and if new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak sustains this momentum throughout the year, Shaheed could be a league winner.

Dan Hindery - Through two weeks, Shaheed is averaging 77.5 receiving yards and 1.0 touchdowns per game in the first quarter. However, almost all of his production came in during the opening quarter. He's averaged just 7.0 receiving yards in the last three-quarters of games. The big question is how much of this is due to the game script. The Saints have taken early leads in both games and then played conservatively, protecting their advantage. Shaheed could put up even better numbers in more competitive game scripts. The Saints' offense has been one of the pleasant surprises of the NFL so far, and Shaheed is emerging as one of the go-to options in this breakout unit, making him a significant riser.

Matt Montgomery- This will echo my statements about Derek Carr, but I think the Saints' offense is legit, and he is the big play threat in this receiving corps. Everyone will focus on Chris Olave, and rightfully so, but if you allow Shaheed to have 1-1 opportunities, he has now proven in two consecutive weeks he can win his matchup in the best way. Managers, beware that he didn't exactly see a myriad of targets, but he is making the defense pay for the ones he is getting! 

Quentin Johnston, LA Chargers

Andy Hicks - Johnston has not had a great start to his career. He has often been questioned and lamented regarding his lack of progress. A two-touchdown performance against the Panthers keeps the knockers off his back. Considering his speed and height, his performances to date have been against type. If Johnston can add long-receiving plays, he can be what the Chargers drafted expected: an elite receiver. It was against Carolina, but Johnston deserves a modicum of respect.

Jameson Williams, Detroit

Jason Wood - Has any receiver risen more significantly in the last few months than Williams? It's easy to forget he was the 12th overall pick in the 2022 draft, but injuries and a gambling suspension derailed his first two seasons. He was one of the most talked-about players in Lions camp, but it wouldn't be the first time someone was a camp darling and then failed to deliver once the games began to count. Fortunately for Williams, he's been as advertised and looks like the game-breaking difference-maker the Lions need opposite Amon-Ra St. Brown to vault into Super Bowl contention.

Corey Spala -  Detroit's offense is filled with playmakers, yet Williams has shined through two weeks. He has 20 targets, ten receptions, 200 yards, and one touchdown. He looks to be completely healthy and has trust within the offense. Williams is currently ranked as WR40 and should be rising up the ranks. I see no reason why he should not be ahead of Ladd McConkey (WR34) and Jayden Reed (WR32), and an argument can be started about being ahead of Michael Pittman Jr. (WR25). 

Marquise Brown, Arizona

Jason Wood - Another major injury, this time almost certainly season-ending, has struck the star-crossed speedster. This year was supposed to be the launching point for a brilliant second act, as Brown provided the Chiefs with a vertical dynamic they've missed since Tyreek Hill became a Dolphin. Instead, he'll likely be signing with a team desperate for receiver help on an incentive-laden deal. History suggests that Brown is just as likely never to regain fantasy relevance as he is to become a must-start asset.

Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville

Corey Spala - Thomas Jr. is a rookie and an asset I am trying to buy high on. Through two weeks, he has flashed his potential and produced on the field, yet he could have had better games. Thomas Jr. and Trevor Lawrence will continue to develop a connection; it will come to fruition when the offensive line plays better as a unit, too. He has had six receptions for 141 yards and one touchdown in two weeks. He is an explosive player with the highest speed in Week 2 (21.4 MPH), and Jacksonville should exploit his skillset moving forward. Thomas Jr. is our current WR22 and should rise in the rankings. I have no problem with him being ranked ahead of D.J. Moore (WR18) and Rome Odunze (WR15). 

Marvin Harrison Jr.., Arizona

Matt Montgomery-We can all collectively take a sigh of relief. We weren't wrong about Harrison Jr.; we were just impatient! He took the lid off the jar in the first quarter of the game in Week 2, and while it would have been nice to see some production after that quarter, it was still enough to be the best fantasy option of the week at the position. There isn't much else to say. Now his quarterback understands the severity of his athleticism, and weird interview comments be damned! He will feed Harrison JR. the ball early and often in games moving forward. 

Dynasty Movement at Tight End

Brock Bowers, Las Vegas

Andy Hicks - It is time to reevaluate my thinking on rookie tight ends in the modern NFL. Between 1990 and 2020, only four tight ends had eclipsed 100 fantasy points in their rookie season. Rob Gronkowski, Evan Engram, Cam Cleeland and Jeremy Shockey. Kyle Pitts and Sam LaPorta started their careers with a bang. This year, Brock Bowers is on track to join them. It is difficult for multi-purpose positions to excel from the start of their careers, but coaches are finding a way to get the right players involved early. Bowers deserves a significant bump, as I had factored in a slow start to his career. 

Jason Wood - I took just two games to move Bowers into the top three at the position. We knew his pedigree from Georgia boded well for his long-term value as a difference-making receiver, but the landing spot—with questionable quarterback play and play-calling—left much to be desired. While those risks still exist, Bowers has looked like a polished, high-value receiving option from the season's first snap. If he's putting up these numbers as a rookie in a mediocre system with an average quarterback, imagine what he's capable of in future seasons when the Raiders add legitimate quarterbacks.

Corey Spala—I have seen enough. Bowers should be the TE1 in the dynasty. Through two games, he has 17 targets, 15 receptions, and 156 yards. He leads all tight ends in those statistics. The rookie tight end needs time to develop. This notion may be true for some tight ends, just not for a rookie tight end who is a top target on their team. Las Vegas has found a legitimate weapon that can be utilized all over the field. 

Dan Hindery - Just two games into his career, Bowers is already the dynasty TE1. He's caught 15 of 17 targets, and his 156 receiving yards lead all tight ends. His hot start (30.6 fantasy points despite not yet scoring a touchdown) is particularly impressive given how low tight end production has been across the NFL. So far, only six tight ends have scored more than 17 fantasy points (PPR) this season. Bowers is already providing a significant weekly advantage at the position, and he's just 21 years old. With Davante Adams—Bowers' only real competition for targets on the Raiders—being almost exactly ten years older, it's only a matter of time before Bowers becomes the go-to target in this offense.

Theo Johnson, NY Giants

Jason Wood - Johnson hasn't made a splash in the box score yet, but he's already secured the No. 1 role on a team desperate for offensive playmakers. Assuming the Giants have a new quarterback in 2025, Johnson could become the second or third target in a functional passing attack for many seasons.

Brenton Strange, Jacksonville

Corey Spala - Evan Engram sustained an injury warming up for the Week 2 game. Stranged stepped into the starting role and had three receptions for 65 yards on six targets. Strange enters his second NFL season and may find himself with a meaningful role to start the season. It will be important to monitor Engram's injury as the week progresses. Regardless, seeing Strange make the most of his opportunity in Week 2 is great. He is our current TE47 and should be ranked ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE37) and Dawson Knox (TE33). 

Hunter Henry, New England

Dan Hindery - Through two weeks, Henry is the fantasy TE4. While his per-game production (5.0 catches for 63.5 yards) isn't eye-popping, it stands out given the dismal tight end production early in the season. Only eight tight ends are averaging over 35 receiving yards per game. Henry's output doesn't appear fluky, either. The Patriots' offense lacks impact playmakers at wide receiver, and Henry is the most accomplished pass catcher on the team. He's a solid bet to continue producing TE1 fantasy numbers moving forward.

Matt Montgomery - The Patriots offense isn't exactly dynamic, but it is very much a tight end and running back upside offense. We didn't exactly see that in Week 1 against a good Bengals defense, but in Week 2, we saw Henry get 12 targets and convert 8 for 109 total yards. Maybe we don't see 12 again, but it is realistic to believe he can see 6-8 a game and especially be deadly in the red zone as New England's plods and plods into old-school, smash-mouth football. Boring is fun sometimes! 

Trey McBride, Arizona

Matt Montgomery- There were many people, me included, who believed that due to the emergence of Marvin Harrison Jr.. this season, we would see a dip in production from McBride. We may be seeing the exact opposite!  The addition of Harrison Jr. not only benefits the entirety of the Cardinals team, but it specifically helps the pass catchers on this team. Teams now, especially after this past week, must respect Harrison Jr.'s big play ability, which will leave opportunities for the other players to get more favorable routes/matchups. McBride is a buy-buy-buy all year long.