The Buffalo Bills routed the Cleveland Browns 31–7 in Preseason Week 2 on August 22, 2026. Bills outgained the Browns, 353 total yards to 193.

The Baltimore Ravens beat the Minnesota Vikings 13–3 in Preseason Week 2 on August 22, 2026.

The Atlanta Falcons routed the Indianapolis Colts 34–6 in Preseason Week 2 on August 22, 2026. Falcons outgained the Colts, 461 total yards to 179.

NFL preseason fantasy football takeaways provide an early look at changing roles and depth charts across the league. Chig Okonkwo played 12 of 14 first-quarter snaps for Washington, strengthening his case as a fantasy football sleeper. Isaac TeSlaa played with Detroit’s backups as the Lions continue to sort out their wide receiver rotation.

The New York Jets shut out the Pittsburgh Steelers 17–0 in Preseason Week 2 on August 21, 2026. Jets outgained the Steelers, 287 total yards to 232.

The Green Bay Packers cruised past the Denver Broncos 33–13 in Preseason Week 2 on August 21, 2026. Packers outgained the Broncos, 294 total yards to 214.

The Carolina Panthers cruised past the Jacksonville Jaguars 34–17 in Preseason Week 2 on August 21, 2026. Panthers outgained the Jaguars, 400 total yards to 318.

These five players present a mix of high upside and sleeper status given their ADPs for the 2026 fantasy football season.

Ryan Conway outlines three NFL position groups whose depth may pose problems for the 2026 fantasy season, including the Chicago Bears' receiving corps.

Arkansas football enters 2026 with Ryan Silverfield overseeing a major roster rebuild featuring an SEC-high 42 transfers. Braylen Russell leads a promising rushing attack, while a revamped secondary faces pressure to improve after struggling in 2025. PFF Grades and Advanced Stats highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping the Razorbacks.

Kentucky football enters 2026 with Will Stein rebuilding the Wildcats around 31 transfer additions after back-to-back losing seasons. Coleton Price and Tavion Gadson headline strong units in the trenches, while quarterback Kenny Minchey takes over with limited experience. PFF Grades and Advanced Stats highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping Kentucky’s outlook.

Mississippi State football enters 2026 looking to build on its first bowl appearance in three years behind quarterback Kamario Taylor. Kelley Jones leads a talented secondary, while significant questions remain along the offensive and defensive lines. PFF Grades and Advanced Stats highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping the Bulldogs.

Vanderbilt football enters 2026 with five-star freshman Jared Curtis positioned to replace Diego Pavia at quarterback after a historic 10-win season. Junior Sherrill headlines an offense that retains plenty of potential, while an experienced defense will need to improve. PFF Grades and Advanced Stats highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping the Commodores.

Auburn football enters 2026 with Alex Golesh leading a rebuilt offense featuring quarterback Byrum Brown and 10 projected starters from the transfer portal. The Tigers should be more explosive offensively, but a completely revamped offensive line presents a significant question. PFF Grades highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping Auburn’s 2026 outlook.

South Carolina football enters 2026 looking to rebound from a 4-8 season behind quarterback LaNorris Sellers and a revamped offensive line. The Gamecocks boast PFF’s No. 9 defensive line, with edge defender Dylan Stewart leading the unit. PFF Grades highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping South Carolina’s outlook.

Florida enters the 2026 college football season under new head coach Jon Sumrall after a 4-8 finish in 2025. Running back Jadan Baugh headlines a talented group of skill-position players, while questions remain along both lines. PFF Grades highlight the strengths, concerns and key players shaping the Gators’ outlook.

Friday's NFL preseason action underscored several fantasy-relevant topics, including the Jets leaning into first-round rookie Omar Cooper Jr. and the Steelers starting Jaylen Warren.

Every game inherently carries some level of import, but certain contests are simply more compelling or revelatory than others. These 10 showdowns are ones to circle given when they occur, who they feature and any other noteworthy storylines.