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Week 3 Fantasy Football Over/Under to Target: Expect Fireworks in Ravens-Cowboys Matchup

The Ravens-Cowboys game is the main matchup to focus on in week 3, but there are plenty of more options for Fantasy managers to hone in on.
Week 3 Fantasy Football Over/Under to Target: Expect Fireworks in Ravens-Cowboys Matchup

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott drops back to pass against the Washington Commanders during the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Week 2 featured matchups that lived up to the hype like the Detroit Lions against the Buffalo Bills and duds due to weather like the Minnesota Vikings against the Chicago Bears.

Week 3 doesn’t look as enticing in over/unders as week 2, but there are plenty of potentially high-scoring games Fantasy managers can focus on in their Fantasy matchupsThe matchup in Brazil is the highest total heading into week 3 and for good reason. Both offenses feature a mutlitude of Fantasy stars, who can break out in the passing game or running game.

On top of the explosive offenses, both defenses have struggled with the Ravens allowing, even with a weaker supporting cast, could be in for a big game against the Cowboys. The Dallas pass defense struggled in their first two games, allowing five passing touchdowns during the stretch. Much like the Cowboy’s pass defense, the Ravens had their share of struggles against opposing quarterbacks.

Tyler Shough finished withweek 3 Fantasy perspectives after the Cowboys QB regained his Fantasy form in week 2. All Cowboys pass catchers, CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens and Jake Ferguson, can feast alongside Prescott. In a NFC West clash, the 49ers are favored, but both teams can produce high Fantasy production. Looking at last season, the 49ers beat the CardinalsChristian McCaffrey and Brock Purdy finished with three touchdowns, along with George Kittle adding a pair of scores.

Jacoby Brissett passed for over 450 passing yards with Michael Wilson and Trey McBridge finishing with over 115 receiving yards each. The game script offers an avenue for all 49ers skill position players as must starts with Brissett and CO. benefitting from a negative game script. The Bills and Chargers could not have more different vibes heading into their week 3 matchup..

Josh Allen and James Cook are the stars to watch in this matchup, but there are plenty of other Bills players to keep an eye on. Dalton Kincaid, Khalil Shakir and Keon Coleman may be in for a big day givensnap share with the ribs injury is a concern, but a negative game script can lead to increased targets.

Much like McConkey, Herbert may see more passing attempts if the game script calls for it It has been down right ugly for the Falcons in their first two games, but their main Fantasy stars will continue to benefit from a negative game script. Bijan Robinson and Drake London should continue to see aAny Packers skill player needs to start against a Falcons defense that sturggled against the Carolina Panthers.

Jordan Love is set up for the best game of his season. Christian Watson, Tucker Kraft and Matthew Golden could see a bump in targets with Jayden Reed’s status in doubt. With Williams out, expect an increased workload for D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai.

The duo each had incredible Fantasy days against the Eagles last season with the pair each rushing for Jalen Hurts will face the best defense he’s seen this season, but has the tools to continue a great start to the Fantasy season. Saquan Barkley may see his first big Fantasy day of the season against a Bears defense that is allowingJEFF SALCEDO Jeff Salcedo is a writer for Fantasy Sports on SI with extensive experience covering the NFL, MMA, NBA, and soccer.

A dedicated fantasy sports enthusiast, he has competed in fantasy leagues and daily fantasy sports contests for more than a decade. Before joining Fantasy Sports on SI, Salcedo worked as a senior sports reporter for BYU's student newspaper, The Daily Universe.

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