Welcome to the Panic Meter, Blitz Sports Media’s essential guide to navigating the fantasy football frenzy. In the electrifying whirlwind of the upcoming season, where every snap crackles with potential, this meter cuts through the hype to spotlight genuine red flags from fleeting flukes. Get ready for in-depth breakdowns on the players you should absolutely hold steady—the resilient vets and breakout stars poised to turn your roster around and propel you toward championship glory.
Breece Hall
Breece Hall, the dynamic running back for the New York Jets, entered Week 2 as the focal point of their backfield but faced challenges in a tough matchup against the Buffalo Bills, resulting in a 20-17 loss. Hall recorded 10 carries for 29 yards, averaging 2.9 yards per carry along with 2 receptions on 3 targets for 12 yards, and zero touchdowns. That would end up totaling just 5.8 fantasy points in standard PPR scoring. This marked a noticeable dip from his Week 1 performance against the San Francisco 49ers, where he had 14 carries for 62 yards and 3 receptions for 25 yards, good for 10.7 PPR points. Over the first two weeks, his season averages stand at 12 carries and 2.5 receptions per game, impacted by the Jets’ offensive struggles and quarterback Justin Fields’ mid-game concussion that stalled the Jets’ offense. Hall’s current fantasy value remains solid but tempered by the Jets’ uncertain quarterback situation, with a roster percentage of 92% on ESPN and 90% on Yahoo, reflecting his status as an RB1 in every league.
His trade value sits in the RB15-20 range, down slightly from preseason expectations, and projections for Weeks 3-5 place him as a mid-tier RB2 (around RB18 overall) against softer matchups like the Buccaneers and Patriots. Week 2’s limited opportunities due to the Bills’ stout run defense and the late-game QB injury highlight a hold candidate rather than a drop.
Panic Meter: 4/10 – If you are an RB-needy team, now might be the time to swoop in and snag up this RB while his value is dipping.
Mark Andrews
Mark Andrews, the veteran tight end and longtime target for the Baltimore Ravens, had a subdued outing in Week 2 during a 28-24 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, where he was overshadowed by emerging pass-catchers in the Ravens’ run-first offense. Andrews hauled in 2 receptions on 4 targets for 15 yards with no touchdowns, earning 2.5 PPR fantasy points, a stark contrast to his Week 1 explosion against the Kansas City Chiefs with 5 receptions for 45 yards and 1 touchdown for 11.5 points. Yet through two games, his averages are 3.5 receptions and 30 yards per game, with reduced snaps (45% usage) attributed to rookie Isaiah Likely’s increased involvement and a minor ankle tweak that limited his routes. In terms of fantasy value, Andrews holds a 78% roster percentage on ESPN and 75% on Yahoo, maintaining relevance in TE-premium formats, with a trade value around TE10-15 that could dip further if his role erodes.
Projections for Weeks 3-5 rank him as a low-end TE1 (TE12-15) facing the Cowboys, Browns, and Bills, but Week 2’s low target share signals a hold for patient owners while positioning him as a buy-low target amid the Ravens’ balanced attack that spreads opportunities with no drop consideration yet, given Lamar Jackson’s history of targeting him in key moments. Andrews hopes that Likely doesn’t take that step forward, while also improving his perceived mental block right now in the receiving game.
Panic Meter: 5/10 – If you’re rocking with Andrews as TE1, now might be the time to explore a trade, as Andrews, value has little chance to return to preseason highs.
Zach Charbonnet
Zach Charbonnet, the sophomore running back for the Seattle Seahawks, saw increased touches in Week 2 but failed to capitalize in a 24-21 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, reverting to a backup role behind Kenneth Walker III. Charbonnet managed 15 carries for just 10 yards (0.7 yards per carry), no receptions on 1 target, and 1 fumble (recovered by Seattle). The results are a dismal 1.0 PPR fantasy point— a regression from Week 1’s 12 carries for 45 yards and 2 receptions for 18 yards, totaling 8.5 points against the Denver Broncos. His two-game averages show inefficiency at 3.8 yards per carry, with snaps dropping to 28% as Walker’s health returned, and the Chargers’ front seven dominated the ground game as his backup
While his fantasy value has taken a hit with a staggering 45% roster percentage on ESPN and 42% on Yahoo, classifying him as a handcuff stash rather than a starter. For Weeks 3-5 projections against the Saints, Giants, and Rams, he’s slotted as RB35-45 with limited upside unless Walker misses time; Week 2’s fumble and role reduction make him a drop candidate in shallow leagues but a hold in deeper ones, especially with Seattle’s run-heavy scheme potentially needing depth.
