The Dallas Cowboys will visit the Chicago Bears in Week 3. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Miles Sanders.
Is Miles Sanders Playing in Week 3?
Sanders is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cowboys’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Miles Sanders in Week 3?
Miles Sanders has multiple red zone touches and has been on the field for over 77% of Dallas’ offensive snaps in both games this season.
He looked good on the big run in Week 1, but he fumbled later on that drive. He cashed in the short carry against the Giants on Sunday, but his seven touches netted just 19 yards.
That’s the yin-and-yang that takes place with Sanders. One step forward, one step back.
If he was getting bellcow levels of work, he could get away with that at some level, but he’s not. Javonte Williams has done nothing to cede touches, but at the same time, Jaydon Blue has yet to be on a gameday roster.
The Cowboys seem to want to function with a lead back and that’s actually good news for those holding Sanders. He’s never going to project for enough work with a healthy Williams to tempt you, but should he move to the top of this depth chart, we are looking at a low-end RB2.
He’s not exciting, but he is a good piece to hold for depth purposes.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Sanders’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 3
Sanders is projected to score 8.0 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Sanders to rush for 41 yards and 0.2 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 9 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 3 Weather Impact: Cowboys at Bears
The forecast for 4:25 PM ET kickoff is 81 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
