The Washington Commanders will host the Las Vegas Raiders 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 WR Terry McLaurin.
Is Terry McLaurin Playing in Week 3?
McLaurin is not on the injury report and is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Commanders’ 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 Terry McLaurin in Week 3?
Terry McLaurin was a fourth-round pick this summer, but he doesn’t yet have 50 yards, a touchdown, or a 15-yard grab in 2022.
That’s not great, but I’m not really concerned at all and still view him as a weekly starter in all formats.
In watching the Commanders, Jayden Daniels still clearly trusts McLaurin. I’m willing to write off the slow start due to some poor variance (his average depth of target is more than a yard higher than last season, likely a result of the Deebo Samuel acquisition) and an offensive environment that has yet to look nearly as potent as they were a season ago (39 points scored through two weeks).
Percentage of targets coming on third down this season:
- McLaurin: 53.8%
- Ertz: 38.5%
- Samuel: 22.2%
Better times are ahead. McLaurin is actually ahead of where he was this time a year ago, a season in which his stock took off in a favorable Week 3 spot.
Will history repeat itself?
You’re getting too cute if you sit McLaurin for a flavor-of-the-week type this week.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McLaurin’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 3
McLaurin is projected to score 13.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McLaurin to have 5 receptions for 64 yards and 0.4 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 3 Weather Impact: Raiders at Commanders
The forecast for 1:00 PM ET kickoff is 73 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
