Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings Week 3: Who to start, best sleepers, top busts

In Week 3 of the 2026 fantasy football season, tight end remains a difficult position to manage. However, recent performances and matchups have provided some insight into which players are worth starting, and which should be avoided.

At the top of the rankings, Trey McBride of the Arizona Cardinals is a top choice for Week 3. Despite a recent drop in production, his matchup against the San Francisco 49ers presents an opportunity. Dalton Kincaid from the Buffalo Bills is also a solid pick, as he is seeing increased involvement from his quarterback.

Brock Bowers from the Las Vegas Raiders, Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts, and George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers are all solid options to start. Kittle, in particular, presents a potential sleeper opportunity against the Arizona Cardinals, as the team may involve him more due to the absence of other tight ends.

However, there are also notable busts to avoid in Week 3. Hunter Henry from the New England Patriots is a candidate for frustration, as his target volume has been steady, but his production remains limited. Mark Andrews of the Baltimore Ravens is another bust candidate, as his target share has not translated into fantasy points. His target share may drop with the possible return of Ravens tight end Zay Flowers, who was the team's main pass catcher before his injury.