2026 NFL Preseason Week 2 Highlights: Key Fantasy Insights
The second week of the 2026 NFL preseason showcased significant developments for fantasy football, particularly with the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers. Rookie Omar Cooper Jr. started for the Jets, indicating a shift in the depth chart as he surpassed Isaiah Williams. Cooper's performance included playing with the starters, although he primarily operated in the slot.
Meanwhile, the Steelers' Germie Bernard had a quieter outing, starting but failing to record any catches while competing for the third wide receiver spot. His teammate Roman Wilson appeared to have a slight edge in the slot position. The backfield situation for the Steelers saw Jaylen Warren starting over Rico Dowdle, although the rotation is not expected to reflect regular-season usage.
In other notable performances, Jonathon Brooks continued to solidify his role with the Panthers, playing extensively with the starters due to Chuba Hubbard's injury. The Jaguars' CJ Williams also emerged as a potential primary slot receiver, taking advantage of the absence of several starters. These developments could influence fantasy strategies as the regular season approaches.
