Week #2: NFL Game Match-Up Analysis via Mastermind Moments (Preview)
Michael Nazarek - 9/12/2025

1) WAS @ GB:

Mastermind Moment: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels remains an elite talent, but faces a very improved Packers defense with DE Micah Parson. Still, he's a solid QB1 for the week. Rookie RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt scored last week and pretty much took over from the 2^nd quarter onward, so he's a higher-end RB3 this week, while RB Austin Ekeler maintains some flex appeal for owners in larger PPR leagues. RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. was inactive last week, so until he plays and produces, you sit him. WR Terry McLaurin didn't do much last week, but that doesn't mean you sit him. He got off to a slow start in 2024, but turned it around quickly. Still, the Packers are solid, so he's only a fair WR2 this week. WR Deebo Samuel had the big game last week. Against the Packers, he...