Fantasy Football QB Rankings Week 2: Who to start, best sleepers, top busts
See how The Sporting News ranks fantasy quarterbacks for Week 2 lineups.
The 2026 NFL season kicked off with a handful of intriguing quarterback matchups, but Week 2 has revealed some tough decisions for fantasy football managers. In Week 1, Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson showcased their elite dual-threat abilities, while Caleb Williams delivered a four-touchdown performance in Chicago's 59-37 victory over Carolina.
Injuries are already impacting the quarterback landscape. Seattle's Sam Darnold is out for the remainder of the season, with Drew Lock set to start. Meanwhile, Kyler Murray remains sidelined with a concussion. Atlanta's quarterback situation is also unclear, as Tua Tagovailoa battles an oblique injury and Michael Penix Jr. is working his way back.
The fantasy QB rankings for Week 2 identify Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Jayden Daniels, and Drake Maye as strong starts. Caleb Williams is listed as one of the top sleepers, having shown consistency since Week 11 and facing a favorable schedule. Tyler Shough and Bryce Young are other noteworthy sleepers, with Shough producing more than 400 air yards and three touchdowns in Week 1 and Young averaging 19.1 fantasy points per game since Week 11.
However, there are also some busts to watch out for. Patrick Mahomes, despite remaining an elite quarterback in real life, faces potential workload concerns following his knee surgery. Bo Nix was a major letdown in Week 1, finishing 131 yards and 2 rushing yards, and the Broncos' defense is strong. Additionally, Nix is on a list of quarterbacks to avoid according to SI.
This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the Week 2 quarterback position, including who to start, sleepers to consider, and top busts to avoid.
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