Top Prospective NFL Week 2 Players on FanDuel and DraftKings from the Retail Sector

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Ready to build your lineup for NFL Week 2? With a stacked roster at your disposal, it's tough to decide between top-tier players like A.J. Green and Julio Jones. Each week, we'll be highlighting my favorite plays across positions – the stars with moderate price tags, known as 'retail prices.' Just remember, winning strategies change for GPP and cash contests, so make sure you adapt!

FanDuel and DraftKings NFL Week 2 Picks: Top QBs, RBs, WRs, TEs, and DST

Quarterback

Tom Brady (NE, FD: $9,200, DK: $7,900) vs. New Orleans Saints

Despite the slow Week 1 start, Brady remains the top QB choice this weekend. He faces a Saints defense that surrendered 346 passing yards and three TDs to Sam Bradford. With the Patriots boasting the highest implied point total of the weekend (30.5), expect Brady to rack up over 300 yards and at least two TDs. Fingers crossed for a Brandin Cooks throwback TD!

Aaron Rodgers (GB, FD: $9,100, DK: $7,400) vs. Atlanta Falcons

While Rodgers should have a big game in both formats, his DraftKings pricing is a steal. The Packers QB has often torched the Falcons secondary throughout his career. In seven games (including playoffs), he averages 325 passing yards and three TDs. After a decent outing against Seattle in Week 1, look for Rodgers to take full advantage of a full complement of weapons in Atlanta.

Russell Wilson (SEA, FD: $8,100, DK: $6,800) vs. San Francisco 49ers

Expect a bounce-back performance from Wilson against the 49ers at home. Seattle averaged 27.8 points at home in 2016 compared to just 15.6 points on the road. With a healthy Wilson and a determined Seahawks team, we're in for a big Week 2 from the QB.

Running Back

Ezekiel Elliott (DAL, FD: $8,700, DK: $7,800) at Denver Broncos

A high-quality matchup (Denver allowed 130 rushing yards per game in 2017) and a two-point favorite status? Zeke is a must-start this weekend. With 29 carries in Week 1, he's poised to see plenty of action, and with a potential increase in passing down opportunities if Darren McFadden remains sidelined, his floor remains robust.

Melvin Gordon (LAC, FD: $7,600, DK: $7,000) vs. Miami Dolphins

Gordon is set for a big game against Miami, who allowed the second-most rushing yards per game (142.7) in 2017. As 4.5-point favorites, expect Gordon to receive 18 carries and maintain his involvement in the passing game (5 catches for 25 yards and a touchdown in Week 1).

Marshawn Lynch (OAK, FD: $7,200, DK: $6,000) vs. New York Jets

Lynch could be a lucrative play as a 13.5-point favorite against the lowly Jets. Despite splitting time with Jalen Richard and DeAndre Washington, Lynch topped the team in carries (18 of 26). With a stout Raiders offense looking to prove doubters wrong after Week 1, look for Lynch to find the end zone several times.

Wide Receiver

Brandin Cooks (NE, FD: $7,900, DK: $8,200) vs. New Orleans Saints

Pairing Cooks and Brady feels like a smart move this week, particularly on FanDuel. With a high implied point total (30.5), the revenge-game narrative, and a potential Darren Amendola absence, Cooks could see an increased target share. If he does, watch for a monster game from the Pats' playmaker.

Julio Jones (ATL, FD: $8,800, DK: $9,200) vs. Green Bay Packers

Jones caught just 5 of Matt Ryan's 30 passes in Week 1, but with a 2.5-point spread and the second-highest total of the weekend (53.5), expect numbers to increase. Jones has thrived against Green Bay, posting a 9/12/180/2 stat line in the playoffs last season. Granted, roster ownership might be depressed after Week 1, but Jones is still a dependable WR1.

Jordy Nelson (GB, FD: $8,100, DK: $7,900) vs. Atlanta Falcons

After catching 7 of 8 targets for 79 yards and a touchdown in Week 1, count on Nelson to find the end zone again against the Falcons. The high-scoring afternoon (53.5 total) provides a prime opportunity for Nelson, especially as the Falcons' corners struggle with coverage (65th and 67th in Week 1 PFF rankings). Anticipate a healthy TD tally from the #1 fantasy WR from last season.

Keenan Allen (LAC, FD: $7,100, DK: $5,800) vs. Miami Dolphins

Still priced too low after a torn ACL in 2016, Allen hasn't missed a beat. With 10 of Philip Rivers' 33 passes in Week 1, expect more downfield action against a Miami secondary that handed over the seventh-most fantasy points to WRs in 2017. With an implied team total of 24.8 points, Allen should enjoy a breakout game.

Larry Fitzgerald (ARI, FD: $6,600, DK: $6,500) vs. Indianapolis Colts

After seeing 13 targets against the Lions in Week 1 (2nd highest for any WR), expect Fitzgerald's target share to increase in David Johnson's absence. With Indy allowing the third-most passing yards per game in 2017, look for Fitzgerald to enjoy another big-target day.

Tight End

Rob Gronkowski (NE, FD: $8,100, DK: $6,900) vs. New Orleans Saints

As the highest-priced TE on both sites, Gronk carries a hefty price tag, but the Saints offer a favorable matchup. With a high implied team total (30.5) and a Kliff Kingsbury-friendly offense, Gronk should reel in his fair share of targets. All signs point to a solid performance from the TE behemoth.

Jimmy Graham (SEA, FD: $6,300, DK: $4,900) vs. San Francisco 49ers

In two games against San Francisco last season, Graham combined for 10 catches, 164 yards, and a TD. With a loss to Reuben Foster due to a high ankle sprain, Graham's chances of a big game against the 49ers increase. All signs point to a strong outing from Seattle's big target.

Defense/Special Teams

Arizona Cardinals (FD: $5,000, DK: $4,100) vs. Indianapolis Colts

With the Colts' offense struggling in Andrew Luck's absence, expect the Cardinals to feast on turnovers and sacks. With key rookie QB DeShone Kizer steering the ship, the Cardinals should enjoy a strong Week 2 performance.

Seattle Seahawks (FD: $5,400, DK: $4,000) vs. San Francisco 49ers

With Brian Hoyer under center for the 49ers, expect the Seahawks to tee off. Their dominant front seven leads the league, and that dominance should translate to multiple sacks and turnovers. A hefty 13.5-point favorite status against San Francisco suggests a lopsided game script, making the Seahawks a strong choice.

Baltimore Ravens (FD: $4,700, DK: $3,700) vs. Cleveland Browns

With DeShone Kizer making his first career start, the Ravens should have no problem wreaking havoc in Cleveland's backfield. Baltimore hyper-charged the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1, turning Andy Dalton over five times (4 INTs, 1 Fumble) and sacking him five times. Look for more of the same against the hapless Browns.

In the NFL Week 2 matchup between the New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints, Tom Brady is a top QB choice with a moderate price tag of $9,200 on FanDuel and $7,900 on DraftKings.
Aaron Rodgers, priced at $9,100 on FanDuel and $7,400 on DraftKings, is a strong play for both GPP and cash contests against the Atlanta Falcons.
Despite a slow start in Week 1, Russell Wilson is expected to have a bounce-back performance at home against the San Francisco 49ers, making him a must-start in both fantasy formats.
Melvin Gordon, set as a 4.5-point favorite against the Miami Dolphins, is projected to receive a high number of carries and maintain his involvement in the passing game, making him a viable play in both DFS contests.