Based on expert fantasy football advice for Week 3 of the 2025 season, here are some players generally recommended to drop from fantasy football rosters:
- Kaleb Johnson (RB, PIT) due to limited offensive snaps and a costly special teams error.
- Austin Ekeler (RB, WSH) who is out for the season with a torn Achilles.
- Rashod Bateman (WR, BAL) for low targets, poor performance, and being outperformed by veteran receivers.
- Adam Thielen (WR, MIN) for minimal role and declining volume with Jordan Addison's return.
- Cam Ward (QB, TEN) due to low fantasy points and rookie status with better options available.
- J.J. McCarthy (QB, MIN) because of injury and inconsistent performance.
- Evan Engram (TE, DEN) due to poor production and limited involvement.
- Mark Andrews (TE, BAL) concerning slow start and impending return of Isaiah Likely.
- Marvin Mims Jr. (WR, DEN) for low target share.
Other "on thin ice" or situational drops include Isiah Pacheco (RB, KC), Braelon Allen (RB, NYJ) in shallower leagues, and Ray Davis (RB, BUF) due to limited usage. Deciding who to drop depends on league format and team needs, but these players are widely cited as good candidates to release or replace for Week 3 2025 fantasy football rosters.
