Who Should I Start? Michael Pittman Jr. or Jaylen Waddle

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Week 2 Projections

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0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Michael Pittman Jr. News

Michael Pittman Jr. Ruled Out for Week 2

Saturday, September 19, 9:26 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at New England, according to Ian Rapoport. Pittman opened the week limited Wednesday, then did not practice Thursday or Friday before initially being listed as questionable. He caught all three of his targets for 58 yards in Pittsburgh's 20-13 win over Atlanta and ran a route on 92.9% of the team's dropbacks. DK Metcalf remains the clear top option, but Pittman's absence leaves more work behind him. Roman Wilson played 37 offensive snaps in the opener, compared with just three for rookie Germie Bernard. Both could see their roles grow Sunday with Pittman unavailable.

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Week 2 Projections

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11.3 0.9 0.0 4.2 53.4 0.3

Jaylen Waddle News

Jaylen Waddle Outside of Must-Start Territory in Week 2?

Saturday, September 19, 6:20 PM

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle had a disastrous game in his team's season-opening loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, recording just one catch for two yards on three targets. The 27-year-old's usage in his first game with the Broncos was less than ideal, as he finished fifth on his team in targets. In Week 2, Waddle and the Broncos offense will look to bounce back against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguars defense dominated the Cleveland Browns in Week 1, allowing just 205 passing yards and recording five sacks. On paper, the Broncos have a much more potent passing attack than the Browns and should provide Waddle with opportunities to put up fantasy points. Still, fantasy managers may want to temper expectations for Waddle until he establishes a higher-usage role in the Denver offense. All in all, Waddle profiles as a WR3/flex option rather than a must-start wide receiver in Week 2.

Michael Pittman Jr. vs. Jaylen Waddle

Still trying to decide between Pittman Jr. and Waddle? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Michael Pittman Jr. is projected to score 0.0 points this week while Jaylen Waddle is projected to score 11.3 points.