Stacy’s Streamers: Six Players to Start in Week 3

Week 3 may seem uncertain due to a flood of injuries, but a few astute streamers can help bolster your roster. Starting quarterback Bryce Young leads the pack for Carolina against Cleveland. Young boasts second-place passing yards in the NFL and an impressive 28.2 fantasy points per game average. In Week 3, he'll face a Browns defense that allows just 19 fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks.

For the running back position, Aaron Jones continues to shine for Minnesota after Jordan Mason's thumb injury. Jones handled 23 carries for 105 yards and played 80% of the snaps in Week 2. Despite the rain-heavy game with limited offensive production, Jones should maintain heavy usage, making him a solid flex option. Braelon Allen, a preferred backup option, faces Detroit's vulnerable rushing defense and should provide a strong performance.

Wide receiver Rashod Bateman could be a game-changer for Baltimore against Dallas, especially if injured rookie Zay Flowers misses the matchup. Bateman has stepped into the WR1 role and delivered 21.8 fantasy points in Week 2, with the potential to become a top option in Week 3. Tight end Pat Freiermuth finds himself in a favorable matchup against Cincinnati's defense, allowing him to build on his consistent performance this season.

Lastly, Dontayvion Wicks emerges as a reliable option for the Eagles' WR2 position, benefiting from an injury to Jalen Hurts' primary target.