For Week 3 of the 2025 fantasy football season, here are key starting recommendations by position: Quarterbacks to start:
- Josh Allen (Bills vs. MIA)
- Lamar Jackson (Ravens vs. DET)
- Jalen Hurts (Eagles vs. LAR)
- Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs at NYG)
- Daniel Jones (Colts vs. TEN) as a strong option
Other quarterbacks like Matthew Stafford and Jake Browning are also viable options depending on availability.
Running backs to start:
- Jonathan Taylor (Colts at TEN)
- Bijan Robinson (Falcons at CAR)
- Derrick Henry (Ravens vs. DET)
- Jahmyr Gibbs (Lions at BAL)
- James Cook (Bills vs. MIA)
- Alvin Kamara is less favored this week due to tough matchup against Seahawks.
Wide receivers to start:
- Ja'Marr Chase (Bengals at MIN)
- Justin Jefferson (Vikings vs. CIN)
- Malik Nabers (Giants vs. KC)
- Amon-Ra St. Brown (Lions vs. BAL)
- Rome Odunze (Bears at DAL) is a strong sleeper candidate
- Tee Higgins, Davante Adams, and Garrett Wilson are recommended starts.
Tight ends and defenses are also recommended on sites but are less frequently focused on in summaries. In summary, starting top-tier quarterbacks like Josh Allen or Jalen Hurts, reliable running backs such as Jonathan Taylor or Bijan Robinson, and top wide receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson will give a strong Week 3 lineup foundation. Additionally, consider high-upside players like Daniel Jones at QB and Rome Odunze at WR if looking for value or replacements.
If there is interest in specific positions or players, more focused advice can be provided.
