Week 3 of the new NFL season has begun, and fantasy managers are again tasked with making some tough start-or-sit calls this weekend. Fantasy scoring is down as a whole this year, and as defenses continue to play deep coverage to avoid explosive plays, quarterback scoring has taken a hit so far. We're here to help your start 'em, sit 'em decisions with our updated Week 3 fantasy football quarterback rankings for 2024. Let's see where quarterbacks such as Kyler Murray, Joe Burrow, Dak Prescott, Derek Carr, Baker Mayfield, Andy Dalton, and more rank.
Our quarterback fantasy football rankings for Week 3 are put together by Nick Mariano, Brandon Murchinson, Scott Engel, and Andersen Pickard. In addition to our staff rankings, below you will also find a summary of the important fantasy football injury news for this week. There are always key injuries to keep track of, so be sure to check back until kickoff.
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Week 3 Quarterback Fantasy Football News and Injuries
- Jordan Love Not Expected To Face The Titans
- Bryce Young Drawing Trade Interest
- Derek Carr In The QB1 Mix
- Joe Burrow Looking For First Win Of The Season
- Caleb Williams High-Risk Fantasy Play Against The Colts
- Brock Purdy To Face Rams With Depleted Arsenal
- Russell Wilson Questionable For Week 3, Justin Fields To Start
- Justin Herbert Questionable For Week 3
- Jordan Love Officially Questionable For Week 3
- Jalen Hurts A QB1 Despite Tough Matchup Against New Orleans
Week 3 Quarterback Rankings for Fantasy Football
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QB Tier |
QB Rank |
Player Name |
Pos. |
1 | 1 | Josh Allen | QB |
1 | 2 | Lamar Jackson | QB |
1 | 3 | Kyler Murray | QB |
2 | 4 | Jalen Hurts | QB |
2 | 5 | Patrick Mahomes II | QB |
2 | 6 | Joe Burrow | QB |
2 | 7 | C.J. Stroud | QB |
3 | 8 | Jayden Daniels | QB |
3 | 9 | Anthony Richardson | QB |
3 | 10 | Derek Carr | QB |
3 | 11 | Brock Purdy | QB |
3 | 12 | Jared Goff | QB |
3 | 13 | Baker Mayfield | QB |
4 | 14 | Dak Prescott | QB |
4 | 15 | Geno Smith | QB |
4 | 16 | Sam Darnold | QB |
4 | 17 | Justin Fields | QB |
4 | 18 | Kirk Cousins | QB |
5 | 19 | Aaron Rodgers | QB |
5 | 20 | Deshaun Watson | QB |
5 | 21 | Caleb Williams | QB |
5 | 22 | Gardner Minshew II | QB |
5 | 23 | Trevor Lawrence | QB |
5 | 24 | Matthew Stafford | QB |
5 | 25 | Justin Herbert | QB |
5 | 26 | Will Levis | QB |
5 | 27 | Andy Dalton | QB |
5 | 28 | Malik Willis | QB |
5 | 29 | Skylar Thompson | QB |
5 | 30 | Daniel Jones | QB |
6 | 31 | Jacoby Brissett | QB |
6 | 32 | Bo Nix | QB |
6 | 33 | Easton Stick | QB |
6 | 33 | Jameis Winston | QB |
Week 3 Quarterback Outlooks for Fantasy Football
Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals - Fantasy Football Outlook
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray finished as the top quarterback in fantasy football in Week 2, and he'll aim to replicate that success in Week 3 against the Detroit Lions. This is a favorable matchup for the Cardinals, as the Lions' secondary has been inconsistent early in the season.
While Detroit's pass rush has been dominant, it could actually play into Murray's strengths by forcing him out of the pocket, creating more opportunities for him to run.
In Week 2, Baker Mayfield rushed for 34 yards and a touchdown against the Lions. With increased rushing potential and a vulnerable secondary, fantasy managers should feel confident in Murray delivering another stellar performance in Week 3.
- Cody Pestino, RotoBaller
Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys - Fantasy Football Outlook
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has had a slow start to the 2024 fantasy season. He didn't have to do much in a dominant Week 1 win, and struggled in last week's blowout loss. Week 3 presents an opportunity for the 31-year-old to put it all together as the 0-2 Baltimore Ravens come to town.
Baltimore has allowed the most passing yards in the league through two weeks while being stronger against the run, matching up well with what Dallas likes to do offensively. Despite Prescott's slow start, he grades as a low-end QB1 this week and should be inserted into lineups in most formats.
- Brant Hanson, RotoBaller
Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Fantasy Football Outlook
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has picked up right where he left off last season. Mayfield has thrown for 474 yards with five touchdowns through the first two weeks of the season. The Bucs are struggling to move the ball on the ground, but this pass-heavy approach appears to be working.
Mayfield should continue to have success against the Denver Broncos in Week 3. The Broncos' defensive unit has been average through the first two weeks, so Mayfield should be considered a low-end QB1 for this weekend.
- Andy Webb, RotoBaller
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