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Metcalf caught four of six passes for 92 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-30 win over the Patriots.

Metcalf was shadowed by reigning Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore nearly all game. It was a tough battle, but Metcalf can declare a victory, as he hauled in a 54-yard TD pass in tight coverage in the first half and showed off his expanded route tree to snag three more over the course of the game. This is Metcalf's second straight game with more than 90 receiving yards and a score, and if Gilmore struggled to cover him, there will be few matchups that slow him down this year. Metcalf is a surefire fantasy start Week 3 when the Cowboys come to town after they allowed 273 passing yards and four scores to Matt Ryan and the Falcons on Sunday.

Jefferson caught four of five targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 37-19 win over Philadelphia.

The rookie played just 19 offensive snaps, so he was definitely a factor when on the field. Additionally, while fellow receiver Josh Reynolds played more (42 offensive snaps), he was only targeted twice. For the time being, it looks like both Jefferson and Reynolds will limit the other's production and upside, even if Jefferson is probably more talented and likely the best long-term option for the Rams and fantasy managers.

Agnew secured his only target for no gain during Sunday's loss to Green Bay.

Agnew again saw minimal playing time despite the continued absence of Kenny Golladay (hamstring). After transitioning to wide receiver from cornerback this offseason, he clearly remains a work in progress from an offensive standpoint. Furthermore, the high probability that his poor offensive performance played a large role in Matthew Stafford's pick-six won't help the return specialist's chances of seeing an increase in offensive playing time anytime soon.

Woods caught just two of five targets for 14 yards and ran three times for 19 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-19 win over Philadelphia.

This was an uncharacteristic showing from Woods, especially after collecting 105 receiving yards in the season opener. However, the touchdown saved his fantasy day, and the 28-year-old receiver should return to being more involved in the passing attack in Week 3. While Woods is definitely a tier or two behind the top fantasy wide receivers, his production floor is high, and he's also proven to be one of the more reliable weekly contributors during his tenure with the Rams.

Lockett caught seven of eight targets for 67 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-30 win over the Patriots.

Lockett was once against Russell Wilson's favorite target in Week 2, working underneath as DK Metcalf and David Moore took the top off the Patriots' defense. He's up to his usual efficiency, too, as Lockett has now reeled in 15 of 16 targets for 159 yards and a score this year. Metcalf has been targeted on the deeper passes -- an area in which Lockett also excels -- but the tandem is a clear 1A-1B where both should be considered viable fantasy starters on a weekly basis. The Seahawks have a favorable Week 3 matchup in store, as Dallas allowed Matt Ryan to throw for 273 yards and four scores Sunday.

The Broncos fear that Sutton suffered a significant knee injury during Sunday's loss to the Steelers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Sutton will undergo an MRI to confirm the severity of his injury Monday, though Rapoport notes that the possibility of him missing the entire season is currently in play. The third-year pro also had been dealing with a shoulder issue prior to injuring his knee Sunday. With Drew Lock (shoulder) also set for an MRI on his sprained AC joint, the Broncos could be forced to proceed with a deeply depleted aerial attack against the Buccaneers in Week 3.

Shepard (toe) is believed to have suffered a turf toe injury during Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Bears, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Shepard will have an MRI on Monday to officially determine the nature of his injury. Turf toe injuries can carry a variety of recovery timeframes depending on severity, with a Grade 2 issue usually ranging from several days up to a few weeks. In the event that Shepard's injury is significant enough that he's forced to miss any time, Damion Ratley and C.J. Board stand to see increased reps behind top wideouts Darius Slayton and Golden Tate.

Grant secured his lone target for two yards during Sunday's 33-28 loss to the Bills.

Grant appears to be clearly behind DeVante Parker, Preston Williams and Isaiah Ford for the time being. Tight end Mike Gesicki also figures to regularly operate ahead of Grant. His big-play abilities and usage in the return game provide fair fantasy value in leagues that award points for special-teams yardage, but outside of such formats, Grant doesn't warrant much weekly consideration.

Brown caught both his targets for 28 yards in Sunday's comeback win over the Falcons.

Both grabs came in the fourth quarter as the Cowboys mounted their improbable comeback, and while Brown's second reception went into the books as a 20-yard gain, it would have been much longer had his run after the catch not been wiped out by a penalty on CeeDee Lamb. Brown missed all of last season while recovering from knee surgery, but he's healthy now and is pushing Cedrick Wilson for the No. 4 spot on the Dallas depth chart at WR.

Gallup caught two of five targets for 58 yards in Sunday's comeback win over the Falcons.

He was fifth in targets on the day for the Cowboys, as Amari Cooper, CeeDee Lamb, Ezekiel Elliott and even tight end Dalton Schultz all saw more looks from Dak Prescott. Gallup did make his receptions count, however, hauling in a 20-yard pass late in the first half to set up a field goal and then making a leaping 38-yard grab along the sideline late in the fourth quarter that eventually led to Prescott's third rushing TD of the game. One of Dallas' trio of wide receivers is likely going to be on the back burner in any given week, but it won't necessarily be Gallup every time. He'll look to get more involved Week 3 against a Seahawks secondary that just gave up 397 passing yards to Cam Newton.