C.J. Stroud

Tampa’s secondary has been letting quarterbacks pile up yards, so he could have a big game this week. That said, he struggled in Week 1, his line often gives up pressure, and he doesn’t run much, so only play him if you need a boom — otherwise pick a safer option and check injury and line reports before kickoff.

Start C.J. Stroud this week if you want a shot at a big game — the new coach and more weapons could lead to a heavy passing day. He’s risky though: the Rams bring strong pressure, his line and running game are shaky after recent moves and injuries, and some receivers are limited, so if you have a safer quarterback use them and check game-day injury reports.

Draft him in the late rounds as a backup — he looked good as a rookie and his team added help, so he could be useful if things click. Don’t spend an early pick though; the offensive line and his low rushing make him a bit risky, so keep him as a cheap option on your bench.

Draft him in the middle rounds — he should throw a lot and could put up big passing numbers with better protection and receivers. Just know he doesn’t run much and can swing from great to not-so-great from one year to the next.