For Week 3 PPR fantasy football starts, here are key recommendations based on current expert analyses and projections:
- Running backs to start include Jonathan Taylor (Colts), Bijan Robinson (Falcons), Derrick Henry (Ravens), Jahmyr Gibbs (Lions), Alvin Kamara (Saints), and James Cook (Bills). These RBs have favorable matchups and are expected to be high scorers.
- Wide receiver top starts include CeeDee Lamb (Cowboys), Justin Jefferson (Vikings), Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals), and Rome Odunze (Bears), with Lamb and Odunze noted for having strong matchups against defenses vulnerable to wide receivers.
- Quarterbacks recommended as must-starts include Josh Allen (Bills), Lamar Jackson (Ravens), Jalen Hurts (Eagles), and Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs), all with good matchups this week.
- There is caution around certain players like Tee Higgins due to their quarterback's injury status, and Alvin Kamara faces a tough Seattle defense limiting rushing and receiving yards.
These recommendations are for a PPR scoring format and reflect Week 3 matchups and injury updates as of mid-September 2025. Starting these players should give strong production in PPR leagues for Week 3.
