Through the first two weeks, the Green Bay Packers’ offense has looked as balanced as it has been dominant, and the Browns, not so much on offense.
Jordan Love has distributed the ball effectively, Josh Jacobs is running with power, and young weapons are stepping up. They enter Week 3 against a Cleveland Browns team that simply can’t get out of its own way. Between quarterback instability, questionable play-calling, and missed opportunities, the Browns look like a team heading toward disaster. This could be another week where Green Bay pulls away early and fantasy managers reap the rewards.
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STARTS
✅ Start ‘Em: Green Bay Packers Defense
The Packers’ defense has been nothing short of dominant to start the season, consistently applying pressure and forcing turnovers regardless of opponent. Against a Cleveland Browns offense that has struggled to find rhythm and often gets in its own way, Green Bay is set up for another huge performance.
Micah Parsons has been the driving force of this unit, wreaking havoc off the edge and disrupting game plans before they even develop. Expect Parsons to terrorize Cleveland’s offensive line and quarterback all afternoon, creating sacks, hurried throws, and prime turnover opportunities. This is a smash start for fantasy managers looking for a defense that can rack up points.
Projected Stat Line: Packers D/ST
• 5 sacks
• 2 interceptions
• 1 forced fumble
• 13 points allowed
Packers ranked as the Number 1 D/ST for Week 3 according to ESPN Fantasy.
✅ Start: Jordan Love (QB, Packers)
Love has been sharp and decisive, showing that no matter who he throws to, he can produce fantasy points. He’s handled pressure well, spread the ball to multiple weapons, and shown a steady command of the offense. Against a reeling Browns defense, Love is a top-10 quarterback option for Week 3.
Projected Stat Line:
24/35 completions, 271 yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT
✅ Start: Josh Jacobs (RB, Packers)
Jacobs has been everything Green Bay hoped for when they added him: steady, powerful, and a threat in both phases. He has scored in each game so far this season, and with the Browns struggling to stop anyone, he should dominate again on Sunday. Consider him a must-start RB1.
Projected Stat Line:
21 carries, 108 yards, 1 TD; 4 receptions, 36 yards, 1 TD
✅Start: Tucker Kraft (TE, Packers)
Even while battling a knee issue, Kraft has emerged as one of Jordan Love’s favorite red-zone weapons. His ability to get open in the seam makes him a consistent fantasy option, and he projects as a top-10 tight end this week. The matchup against Cleveland only boosts his ceiling.
Projected Stat Line:
5 receptions, 58 yards, 1 TD
✅ Start: Quinshon Judkins (RB, Packers)
Judkins impressed in his first real action of the season, looking comfortable as a runner and proving his versatility as a pass-catcher. He caught all three of his targets last week, and his role should only grow. He’s a strong RB2/flex option this week against a Browns defense that hasn’t been able to tackle well.
Projected Stat Line:
13 carries, 62 yards, 1 TD; 3 receptions, 25 yards
✅ Start: Jerry Jeudy (WR, Browns)
Jeudy has been the lone bright spot for Cleveland, even as their offense sputters. He has seen eight targets in each of the first two games, and while he hasn’t scored yet, it’s only a matter of time. With volume like that, Jeudy is a safe flex play in PPR leagues.
Projected Stat Line:
6 receptions, 74 yards, 1 TD
SITS
❌ Sit: Browns Quarterbacks
Whether it’s Joe Flacco or Dillon Gabriel, Cleveland’s quarterback play has been abysmal. With turnovers, sacks, and no consistent rhythm, no fantasy manager should be starting whoever lines up under center.
Projected Stat Line:
16/29 completions, 182 yards, 1 TD, 2 INTs
❌ Sit: Matthew Golden (WR, Browns)
Golden came into the season with plenty of hype, but the rookie hasn’t broken out yet. Until he shows consistency in targets and production, he belongs firmly on the bench.
Projected Stat Line:
3 receptions, 29 yards
❌ Sit: David Njoku (TE, Browns)
Njoku has been peppered with targets, but the lack of scoring and inability to surpass 45 yards in a game have been frustrating for fantasy managers. Against Green Bay’s improved defense, he’s not worth a start.
Projected Stat Line:
4 receptions, 37 yards
🌙 Sleepers: Romeo Doubs & Dontayvion Wicks (WRs, Packers)
Both Doubs and Wicks have earned consistent roles in the offense, seeing nearly identical target shares. The challenge for fantasy managers is predicting which one will find the end zone. Both players have big-play ability, and in deeper leagues, either could be a sneaky flex.
Projected Stat Lines:
• Romeo Doubs: 4 receptions, 61 yards, 1 TD
• Dontayvion Wicks: 3 receptions, 54 yards, 1 TD
Final Synopsis
This game feels lopsided from the start: Green Bay’s balanced and efficient offense should overwhelm Cleveland, which continues to trip over itself offensively. Jordan Love, Josh Jacobs, Tucker Kraft, and Quinshon Judkins are strong starts across the board, while Jerry Jeudy provides solid flex value despite Cleveland’s issues.
Fade the Browns’ quarterbacks, rookie Matthew Golden, and David Njoku until further notice. For managers needing a dart throw, both Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks have sleeper appeal. Expect Green Bay to control the tempo, and fantasy managers to be rewarded accordingly.
All stats and projections provided by ESPN, Yahoo, and NFL Fantasy
