Dave Richard's Week 2 Fantasy Football Rankings — SkimNews
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- Dave Richard provides a Week 2 PPR fantasy football cheat sheet using a 1-10 confidence scale to rate players, with higher scores indicating stronger start recommendations based on data, matchups, and game-flow analysis
- Jalen Coker, Kaelon Black, and Caleb Douglas are highlighted as Week 1 breakout players whose performance raises questions about whether they should be started over more established but underperforming options
- Every relevant player is listed in the cheat sheet with a numerical rating, and the guidance explicitly states that any player not listed should not be started in Week 2
- Fantasy managers are instructed to use search functions (CTRL-F or Command-F) to locate specific players quickly, with mobile users directed to use the URL bar search or scroll by game matchups
- Dave Richard invites direct questions via Twitter (@DaveRichard) using the hashtag #AskFFT, offering additional support when time permits for unresolved start-sit dilemmas
- CBS Sports updates its weekly rankings in real-time, with a note advising readers who access the article on Sunday to consult those live rankings for the most current insights
Why it matters: For fantasy football managers, especially in competitive leagues, the difference between a high-confidence start and a risky play can determine weekly outcomes. By providing a clear, rated framework instead of vague projections, this guide directly impacts roster decisions for thousands of players facing uncertain performers, turning subjective debate into a data-informed process.
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