Buffalo holds No. 1 after Week 2 with a balanced win, while the Cowboys, Colts and Bengals rode late drama to strong starts. Injuries to Purdy, Burrow, Daniels and McCarthy loom large as backups must prove their mettle. Veterans like Jones and Geno are adapting to new surroundings, reshaping Week 3 fantasy projections. The power rankings hinge on improved run games, QB efficiency and the emergence of supporting casts ready to elevate star players.

Geno Smith’s fearless but flawed decision-making doomed the Raiders in a 20-9 loss to the Chargers. His 24-for-43, 180-yard day featured three interceptions, with a late third-down attempt to Jakobi Meyers falling into Derwin James’ deflection and a Donte Jackson pick sealing the game. The Chargers overwhelmed Las Vegas with a disciplined defense that stifled deep throws (0-for-12 on 10+ yards), while the Raiders’ O-line allowed 16 pressures and three sacks. Ashton Jeanty provided the lone bright spot on the ground as Las Vegas heads into a short week.

Raiders fall 20-9 to the Chargers on Monday Night Football, a missed division opportunity defined by turnovers and a stalled offense. Seattle’s Pete Carroll lauded the defense and Geno Smith's leadership, but the film will determine why the passing game drifted. Brock Bowers’ health and Chip Kelly’s game plan also colored the chatter as fantasy owners weigh next steps and target distribution.

Raiders Week 2 slip shakes early optimism after a Week 1 win over New England, as a tougher Chargers defense exposes offensive hiccups and decision-making. Pete Carroll stresses a versatile, healthy tight end group led by Mayer, with Ian Thomas and Brock Bowers ready to fill multiple roles. The piece frames the upcoming division test—harsh, championship-grade preparation—as the standard, with every practice treated like Friday prep and key players under scrutiny for fantasy relevance.