Sep
As the NFL and the collective fantasy world gear up for Week 3 action, questions come to mind. Are two of the top seven statistical tight ends really Miami Dolphins? Did the Oakland Raiders really win by 15 points last week? Is Gus Frerotte the answer to the Vikings’ troubles? Will the Rams hold a team to under 35 points even once this season?
The answers (yes, sadly yes, apparently, and don’t hold your breath) may make life in the fantasy world a little more complicated than usual.
Tight end, in its own right, is a murky position, one where several new options have emerged in the early part of the season. But, Week 3’s tight end position rankings will prove to be less evasive and more constant than some of fantasy’s other nerve-racking issues. By playing the matchups and being wary of quarterback woes, an owner can set himself up for success at an often-forgotten spot in his lineup.
| Rk | Player, Team | Opp | Notes |
| 1. | Tony Scheffler, DEN | NO | Best TE through 2 weeks; faces lackluster Saints D |
| 2. | Jason Witten, DAL | PHI | Had 7 catches, 100+ yards vs. Eagles D on MNF |
| 3. | Antonio Gates, SD | @DEN | Causes problems for any defense, especially Jets |
| 4. | John Carlson, SEA | STL | One of SEA’s few viable options; facing Rams a bonus |
| 5. | Chris Cooley, WAS | ARI | Week 3 vs. Cards a good time to start scoring points |
| 6. | Kellen Winslow, CLE | @BAL | Tough matchup, but only CLE receiver carrying his weight |
| 7. | Jeremy Shockey, NO | @DEN | Shutdown corners should have Brees’ eyes on him all day |
| 8. | Tony Gonzalez, KC | @ATL | Chiefs now starting Tyler Thigpen at QB … yes, really |
| 9. | Heath Miller, PIT | @PHI | Tough secondary plays into possession TE’s favor |
| 10. | Dante Rosario, CAR | @MIN | Looks to repeat Week 1 performance after quiet Week 2 |
| 11. | Anthony Fasano, MIA | NE | Be wary - splitting time and touches with David Martin |
| 12. | L.J. Smith, PHI | PIT | Good, athletic red zone target that PHI sorely missed |
| 13. | Vernon Davis, SF | DET | Lions D good way to rebound from no catches in Week 2 |
| 14. | Robert Royal, BUF | OAK | QB Edwards’ ascent benefits Royal in red zone |
| 15. | Bo Scaife, TEN | HOU | Had just 1 catch in 1st week with Collins at QB |