NFL Week 3 predictions, fantasy sleepers, key stats, buzz - ESPN

We're on to the third weekend of the 2023 NFL season, and we're sure you are fully prepared for the loaded Week 3 slate. But just in case you need some last-minute intel, our NFL analysts have you covered at the 11th hour.

First, analytics writer Seth Walder breaks down five stat trends that could be pivotal on Sunday. Fantasy football writer Eric Moody runs through five players who are rostered in fewer than 50% of ESPN fantasy football leagues as of Saturday who could be picked up and started in a jam this weekend. That's followed by NFL analyst Matt Bowen making five predictions about how things could play out on Sunday, including some player props. Finally, insider Jeremy Fowler gives the latest buzz, rumors and news that you might have missed.

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Would anyone succeed behind the Jets' offensive line?

Yes, Zach Wilson threw three interceptions last week against the Cowboys, but the Jets also have the worst pass block win rate in the NFL through two weeks (32.7%). This week's matchup against the Patriots — who don't have a particularly threatening pass rush, ranking 23rd in pass rush win rate at 37.2% — will be a good test for what appears to be a very poor New York offensive line.

The Jets have the lowest-ranked player in PBWR at both offensive tackle (Duane Brown) and center (Connor McGovern), with two more (Mekhi Becton, Laken Tomlinson) in the bottom six at their respective positions. For those counting at home, that makes guard Alijah Vera-Tucker the only non-liability on the line right now. Sure, the Cowboys have a dangerous pass rush, but they were also only one of the Jets' first two opponents, and there were plenty of reasons to be skeptical