New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) looks for an open teammate, Sunday, September 7, 2025, in East Rutherford.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) cheers up teammates on the sideline before a first down against Green Bay Packers during the first half at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis., on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Sep 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) reacts after a play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Sep 7, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the field after losing to the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Sep 7, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
Sep 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) drops back to pass against the Denver Broncos in the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Week 2 in the NFL is around the time that fantasy football owners panic a bit. Whether it be at the quarterback position or a wide receiver who may have only had one catch on two targets, it's okay, it happens, but it's a long season ahead. These are the quarterbacks that may set you apart from the rest of the fantasy league owners this weekend. Also, we'll be able to take a look at who you may want to give the week off. Oftentimes, we do not touch on players that are on 99% of rosters; we like a challenge and look for diamonds in the rough!

Start - Justin Fields, QB, New York Jets

Last week, Justin Fields accounted for 262 total yards in the loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. It was a revenge game for him as well. But he has what it takes to make this Jets team something special in the future. With his rushing ability, even if he doesn't throw for 300 yards a game, you're still guaranteed a couple of touchdowns and some rushing yards.

Start - Jared Goff, QB, Detroit Lions

Jared Goff looked out of sync against the Green Bay Packers. Was it the rivalry game, a new play caller? He will be facing a good defense against the Chicago Bears this weekend in yet another divisional matchup early. This is not a risk since he has to play better this week. Right?

Start - Michael Penix Jr. QB, Atlanta Falcons

Michael Penix Jr. has all the tools to be great, along with a deep, wide receiver room and running backs. He played great last weekend against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who appear to be loaded on offense. This will also be a national championship game rematch when Penix Jr. faces J.J. McCarthy, who was able to lead Michigan to victory over Washington a couple of years ago. Revenge is a dish best served cold, I guess.

Sit - Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Miami Dolphins

The opener for Tua was a disastrous one, to say the least. I'm not sure if we will ever see Tua play at an extremely high level due to being timid in the pocket, and rightly so. The Indianapolis Colts absolutely picked apart the Dolphins, and Tagovailoa would only complete 14 of 23 passes for 114 yards with one touchdown.

Sit - Russell Wilson, QB, New York Giants

Wilson may indeed be washed after a great career in the NFL. The Giants will be playing the Dallas Cowboys this weekend, and if last week is any indication, after he only completed 17 out of 37 passes with no touchdowns, it could be a long year for the Giants, and a change may come sooner than later.

Sit - Cam Ward, QB, Tennessee Titans

His debut was horrendous against the Denver Broncos. Given that the Denver Broncos have an outstanding defense, he did not look comfortable in the pocket, completing only 42% of his passes on the day with zero passing touchdowns. This isn't a week-long (Sit), but for week 2? He may play better, but not well enough to rack up excellent points.

This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Fantasy Football Week 2 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em Quarterback Edition

Reporting by Josh Petry, Touchdown Wire / Touchdown Wire

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