Preseason Week 3 Fantasy Takeaways
Week three of the NFL preseason delivered a cascade of storylines, but none captured the attention of fantasy enthusiasts quite like the emergence of rookie wide receivers.
Skyler Bell, the Buffalo Bills’ third‑round pick, turned heads with a 49‑yard touchdown run and seven catches on ten targets, amassing 49 yards through the air. His versatility suggests he could carve out a more prominent role in an offense that is otherwise thin at the receiver position.
CJ Daniels, a Los Angeles Rams prospect, posted five receptions for 42 yards, underscoring his readiness for the NFL and positioning him as a sleeper candidate for fantasy leagues.
Quarterbacks Taylen Green of the Cleveland Browns and Aiden O'Connell of the Las Vegas Raiders failed to translate preseason hype into production, completing just a combined eight of fifteen passes for under 60 yards. Their struggles hint at possible roster moves or a shift toward backup roles.
Running back Kaleb Johnson, fighting for a spot on the Pittsburgh Steelers depth chart, managed only five carries for 11 yards, leaving him near the bottom of the pecking order heading into the regular season.
Fantasy Outlook
Fantasy owners should monitor these developments closely, as early preseason performance often foreshadows regular‑season involvement. Players who demonstrate versatility and secure targets in limited snaps can quickly become valuable assets, especially in deeper leagues.