NFL Week 2 Player Props: Betting on Bryce Young and Antonio Williams

The NFL season is underway, and Week 2 presents numerous opportunities for player prop bets. Following a successful start to the season for prop bettors, analysts are looking to replicate that success with selections for the upcoming slate.

One focal point is Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. Despite facing the Atlanta Falcons, who are reportedly starting Cooper Rush under center, Young is a strong candidate for exceeding passing touchdown expectations. In his previous two starts at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Young recorded three passing touchdowns in each game. The Falcons' defense is projected to be among the league's weaker units, providing a favorable matchup for Young to potentially throw for multiple scores.

Another player highlighted for potential high performance is Washington Commanders rookie wide receiver Antonio Williams. In his Week 1 debut against a strong Philadelphia Eagles defense, Williams caught four passes for 64 yards and a touchdown, earning a top grade from Pro Football Focus among rookie receivers. His efficiency in yards per route run also placed him highly among his peers. Williams is considered a burgeoning star and is expected to have a significant role against the Dallas Cowboys' defense, which is described as struggling.

The analysis also points to potential contributions from running backs. Rico Dowdle of the Pittsburgh Steelers is suggested to exceed 9.5 rushing attempts. Despite being ineffective in Week 1, Dowdle received a larger snap share than teammate Jaylen Warren, with 58 percent of snaps compared to Warren's 37 percent. This workload suggests he may continue to handle a significant portion of the carries.

Seattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price is also flagged for a potential anytime touchdown scorer bet. Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Fleury has indicated that Price has earned more opportunities. Observations suggest Price is the team's most effective running back, and in a game where the Seahawks are expected to perform well, he is considered a strong prop bet.

The author of these picks, Erich Richter, has a documented history of profitability in the player prop market, with a reported return on investment of 30.15 percent since 2022 while often betting on longer odds.