Weekly Drop Recommendations for Fantasy Football: Season 2025 (week 2)

In the opening week of the 2025 NFL season, several players showed promising performances, while others faced challenges. Two players who struggled were Baltimore Ravens' Rashod Bateman and Denver Broncos' Marvin Mims.

Rashod Bateman, the Ravens' wide receiver, managed to catch 2 of 4 targets for 10 yards in Week 1, with no scores. His total touches amounted to 7 for 5 yards, with one reception for -3 yards. Baltimore's passing game seemed to flow through options other than Bateman, leaving him with a minimal impact on the game. His QBR ranking of 103rd in receptions and average of 1.3 yards per attempt offer minimal upside due to Baltimore's crowded receiver position.

Marvin Mims, the Broncos' wide receiver, had a similar performance, with 3 receptions on 4 targets for 12 yards in Week 1, also with no touchdowns. Despite Denver controlling the game, Mims failed to create any splash plays, leaving fantasy managers questioning his value. In shallow leagues, Mims does not warrant a bench spot after such a tepid start.

Meanwhile, in Miami, Tua Tagovailoa faced a significant challenge, as the Dolphins suffered a loss in their first game of the season. Tagovailoa completed 14 of 23 passes for 114 yards, with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions. Both of his interceptions came with a clean pocket, and he failed to complete a pass under pressure. His QBR ranked 28th among quarterbacks in Week 1, with only 8 points scored by Miami's offense, highlighting his poor performance.

In the Commanders' backfield, Chris Rodriguez Jr. offers no immediate playing time or touch opportunities, as he was a healthy scratch in the season opener against the New York Giants. Meanwhile, Jerome Ford, a Miami Dolphins running back, carried the ball 6 times for 8 yards in Week 1, with an average of 1.3 yards per attempt.

With underperforming players like Bateman and Mims, fantasy managers may want to consider dropping them early to capitalise on emerging waiver wire talent and stay ahead of the competition. However, it's essential to remember that one poor performance does not necessarily indicate a player's entire season's worth of potential. The NFL season is long, and there's always room for improvement and recovery.