Looking for NFL DFS chalk plays, lineup pivots and the players you are most likely to see across Week 2 content? Our Buzz Factor board tracks the players generating the most attention in current public DFS coverage for Sunday’s main slate.
This is not a list of DK Network’s top DFS picks, and it is not a projected roster percentage ranking. Buzz Factor measures the volume and breadth of public DFS discussion around a player. In short: Who is getting put in front of DFS players all week?
Week 2 NFL DFS Buzz Factor board
The Sunday main slate excludes the Thursday, Sunday night and Monday night games.
Carson Wentz’s placement is contingent on him starting. Recheck the final injury report before Sunday lock.
Quarterbacks
| Player | Buzz Factor | Why the buzz is building |
|---|---|---|
| Carson Wentz, Vikings (if starting) | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Red Hot | • Bargain-QB build if he starts • Bears defense is being targeted • Easy pairing with Justin Jefferson |
| Brock Purdy, 49ers | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Miami matchup is drawing attention • San Francisco is expected to control the game • Affordable entry point to the 49ers stack |
| Dak Prescott, Cowboys | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Washington’s secondary was exposed in Week 1 • Dallas-Washington is a popular stack spot • Lamb, Pickens and Ferguson create multiple builds |
| Jayden Daniels, Commanders | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Dallas defense has early concerns • Rushing production raises his ceiling • Brings back Cowboys stacks naturally |
Running backs
| Player | Buzz Factor | Why the buzz is building |
|---|---|---|
| Bijan Robinson, Falcons | 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Red Hot | • Heavy rushing and receiving workload • Carolina’s run defense is being targeted • Does not need a perfect game script |
| Christian McCaffrey, 49ers | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Miami matchup is a clear ceiling spot • Week 1 workload was limited by cramps, not role • San Francisco is favored at home |
| Aaron Jones, Vikings | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Minnesota backfield has opened up • Salary has not caught up to the expected workload • Bears matchup adds pass-catching appeal |
| Derrick Henry, Ravens | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Saints struggled against opposing backs in Week 1 • Baltimore is expected to play from ahead • Touchdown-friendly game script |
Wide receivers
| Player | Buzz Factor | Why the buzz is building |
|---|---|---|
| George Pickens, Cowboys | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Salary is viewed as too low for his role • Washington matchup has stack appeal • Easy way into Dallas passing builds |
| Matthew Golden, Packers | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Week 1 target volume turned heads • Price remains friendly for his role • Packers are expected to keep throwing |
| Justin Jefferson, Vikings | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Bears secondary is getting little respect • Clear No. 1 option in a popular game • Natural correlation with the Wentz value build |
| CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Slate-friendly matchup with Washington • Premium stack partner for Prescott • Dallas game environment keeps coming up |
Tight ends
| Player | Buzz Factor | Why the buzz is building |
|---|---|---|
| Dalton Schultz, Texans | 🔥🔥🔥🔥 High | • Cheap tight end with a path to volume • Nico Collins uncertainty boosts the target case • A larger role is possible if Collins is limited |
| Colston Loveland, Bears | 🔥🔥🔥 Building | • Price dip after a quiet opener • Chicago-Minnesota is a popular game to target • Bounce-back narrative is everywhere |
| Trey McBride, Cardinals | 🔥🔥 On the radar | • Elite role at a thin position • Seattle-Arizona game has stacking appeal • Premium tight end option when spending up |
What NFL DFS Buzz Factor means for Week 2
- Red Hot: The player is repeatedly surfacing across public DFS coverage and game-stack discussions.
- High: The player is appearing in multiple places and has a clear Week 2 case driving the attention.
- Building: The player is gaining traction, but has not dominated the broader DFS conversation.
- On the radar: The player is being discussed, but remains outside the week’s loudest DFS chatter.
A high Buzz Factor does not automatically make a player a must-play, just as a lower Buzz Factor does not make a player a bad DFS option. Use this board as context when building lineups, then check final injury news, inactive lists and salaries before Sunday lock.
NFL DFS chalk plays and pivots FAQ
What are the NFL DFS chalk plays for Week 2?
Week 2’s biggest Buzz Factor names include Carson Wentz, if he starts, Bijan Robinson, Christian McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, George Pickens and Matthew Golden. Buzz Factor measures public DFS attention, not projected roster percentage.
Who are some NFL DFS pivots for Week 2?
Players in the Building and On the Radar tiers can be useful starting points when looking for DFS pivots. Jayden Daniels, Dak Prescott, Derrick Henry, Justin Jefferson, CeeDee Lamb, Colston Loveland and Trey McBride all have cases without sitting at the center of the week’s public DFS conversation.
Is Buzz Factor the same as projected DFS ownership?
No. Buzz Factor tracks how often and how broadly a player is being discussed in public DFS coverage. It does not use projected roster percentage or paid projection data.
Does this NFL DFS article cover the full Week 2 schedule?
No. This board is focused on the Sunday main slate and excludes the Thursday, Sunday night and Monday night games.
