It takes absolutely zero skill to put a consensus stud in your lineup each Sunday. Oh you started Antonio Brown? You mean to tell me that you put Tom Brady in your lineup? Wow. You are a fantasy renegade. You are so brave.
The fantasy owners who find the diamonds in the rough are the ones taking home the big money at the end of the day. Being able to pick out a star amongst a crowd of mediocrity is a necessary skill for fantasy football success, and we all know that is the only brand of success that truly matters in life. For these rankings, I will be using the ESPN Weekly Rankings as a reference for where each player stands in Week 3.
Quarterback
Jameis Winston - Ranked #26 for all QB's in Week 3
Famous Jameis has a great scenario for himself on Sunday. He faces a Houston defense that has been allowing the 2nd most points to opposing QB's in 2015. In his first two career starts, Jameis has put up respectable fantasy numbers that should only be improved upon after facing Houston. Mike Evans may not have recorded a catch in his season debut last week, but he should getting closer to full strength which will give Winston a nearly unstoppable target. It is also important to note that the Texans offense will be having a tough time moving the ball all day with the return of Arian Foster being pushed back to at least another week and DeAndre Hopkins being a little banged up for this matchup. There will be plenty of 3-and-outs for them and plenty of opportunities for Winston and the Buccaneers to score.
Other QB Sleepers: Andy Dalton (ranked 18th) and Blake Bortles (20th)
Running Back
David Johnson - Ranked #35 for all RB's in Week 3
David Johnson has been everything he can in the first two weeks to become the go-to guy for the Cardinals this season. If your league rewards players for their special teams exploits, David Johnson is a must start for you this week. He also displayed great promise in his 5 carries last week in which he gained 42 yards. Although Chris Johnson got the start and the bulk of the carries last week, the undeniable play-making ability of David Johnson should earn him some extra reps in the backfield. His matchup isn't so bad either. The 49ers surrendered 3 touchdowns via the run last week versus the Steelers.
Other RB Sleepers: T.J. Yeldon (ranked 19th), Darren Sproles (47th), and Lance Dunbar (50th)
Wide Receiver
Cole Beasley - Ranked #53 for all WR's in Week 3
The injury bug has bitten Dallas big time in the early stages of the 2015 season. Brandon Weeden is no Tony Romo, so the Cowboys offense will operate a little differently. Terrance Williams is the go-to guy for them through the air, but Beasley should be the one to act as a safety net for Weeden. Without Romo and Dez Bryant, there is a good chance the Cowboys play from behind for the majority of their contest against the Falcons. The Cowboys will have to move the ball through the air if that's the case, so Beasley should see a lot of short screens coming his way.
Other WR Sleepers: Dorial Green-Beckham (ranked 62nd) and Tyler Lockett (64th)
Tight End
Mychal Rivera - Ranked #30 for all TE's in Week 3
In last week's victory against the Ravens, Derek Carr got the ball to wideouts Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree early and often. When the Raiders go on the road to Cleveland, things will not be as easy for whoever has the misfortune of being matched up against Joe Haden. That means there is a good chance he looks for his top TE target in Mychal Rivera more often in Week 3. Last week against the Titans, the Browns struggled to defend against the TE position despite Delanie Walker being out. Look for Rivera to have his first fantasy relevant performance of 2015 on Sunday.
Other TE Sleepers: Jared Cook (ranked 14th) and Scott Chandler (26th)
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