Falcons expected to start Cooper Rush in Week 2

Sep 18, 2026

Falcons QB Cooper Rush is taking the first-team reps now and is expected to start Week 2, sources say. No surprise, with Michael Penix Jr. not quite ready.

Fantasy Impact:

Rush is an emergency Superflex option as opposed to a typical single-quarterback starter. The favorable Carolina matchup keeps London, Pitts, and Robinson usable at their current rankings, although Rush’s presence lowers the passing game’s ceiling. The offense could lean more heavily on Robinson and the running game.

today

Saints Beat: Chris Olave’s hamstring issue not expected to be a problem

Nick Underhill

2 hours ago

Chris Olave left practice as a precautionary measure, I'm told. Nothing that is expected to be a problem.

Fantasy Impact:

The clarification substantially reduces concern surrounding Olave’s Thursday limitation. Barring a Friday setback, he should remain in fantasy lineups as a high-end WR1 after commanding 10 receptions for 182 yards in Week 1.

Bills WR D.J. Moore believed to have suffered AC-joint sprain

Ian Rapoport

2 hours ago

Bills WR DJ Moore, who was off to a fast start in Buffalo, is believed to have suffered an AC joint sprain, sources say. While it’s not a serious injury, @AdamSchefter reports his status is up in the air for next week.

Fantasy Impact:

The favorable diagnosis appears to have eliminated a prolonged absence, but Moore could still miss Week 3. Coleman caught all six of his targets for 63 yards Thursday and would be positioned for considerably more playing time alongside Shakir and Palmer if Moore sits.

yesterday

Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. downgraded to DNP Thursday

Steelers

yesterday · 7:06 PM EDT

Michael Pittman Jr. did not practice Thursday because of a foot injury after being limited Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact:

The Thursday downgrade creates legitimate Week 2 uncertainty. Metcalf would consolidate an already substantial target share if Pittman sits, while Wilson would be positioned for a larger route share. Freiermuth could also receive additional short-area opportunities.