James CookorKenneth Walker III?
Week 3 start/sit decision, running back versus running back.
Our call
Start Kenneth Walker III
Kenneth Walker III projects 4.0 half-PPR points ahead of James Cook in Week 3. The Los Angeles Chargers have allowed 17% fewer fantasy points to RBs than average. The Miami Dolphins have allowed 21% more fantasy points to RBs than average.
| Stat | James CookRB, BUF, Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 p.m. ET | Kenneth Walker IIIRB, KC, Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 p.m. ET |
|---|---|---|
| Half-PPR projection | 14.5 | 18.5 |
| PPR projection | 15.3 | 20.1 |
| Standard projection | 13.6 | 16.8 |
| Rank this week | RB9 | RB6 |
| Matchup | vs LAC | at MIA |
| Injury | None | None |
| 2026 points per game | 14.4 | 26.7 |
| Last season per game | 16.8 | 10.4 |
| Snap share, last game | 74% | 82% |
| Trade value | 52 | 54 |