NFL Week 3 Survivor Pool: Seahawks Top Pick as Injuries Mount
With several quarterbacks sidelined, the Seahawks are favored against the Commanders in Week 3 survivor pools.
The NFL's Week 3 survivor pools present strategic decisions for participants as the injury bug continues to affect teams, particularly at the quarterback position. The Seattle Seahawks are highlighted as the top pick, projected to win against the Washington Commanders.
In Week 2, several unexpected outcomes impacted survivor pool entries. The San Francisco 49ers secured a 2-0 start, while the Los Angeles Chargers fell to 0-2 after a loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were also upset by the Cleveland Browns. These results, coupled with upcoming games like the Ravens-Cowboys matchup in Rio de Janeiro, set the stage for Week 3.
Seahawks vs. Commanders
The Seahawks are favored against the Commanders, regardless of whether Sam Darnold or Drew Lock starts for Washington. The absence of Jayden Daniels continues to hinder the Commanders' offense. Seattle enters the game on a 12-game winning streak, including a decisive victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2. Their defense has been a strong point, limiting opposing offenses significantly.
Texans vs. Colts
Both the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts stand at 0-2, but not due to quarterback play. C.J. Stroud of the Texans has been productive, but his receiving corps has struggled. The Texans' pass rush, led by Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, is expected to pressure Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, who may still be recovering from an Achilles injury. Houston has a strong historical advantage over Indianapolis, having won the last five matchups.
Chiefs vs. Dolphins
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are heavily favored against the Miami Dolphins. Despite a close overtime win in Week 2, the Chiefs are 11.5-point favorites. Miami's defense has struggled, allowing a high number of points and touchdowns in the early weeks of the season. The Chiefs' offense, bolstered by running back Kenneth Walker III, is expected to perform well against the Dolphins.
Week 3 Survivor Pool Rankings
- Seahawks (-7) vs. Commanders
- Texans (-2.5) vs. Colts
- Chiefs (-11.5) vs. Dolphins
- Bills (-7) vs. Chargers
- 49ers (-8.5) vs. Cardinals
- Eagles (-3.5) vs. Bears
- Falcons (+6) vs. Packers
- Saints (-3) vs. Raiders
- Patriots (+3) vs. Jaguars
- Lions (-6.5) vs. Jets
- Bengals (-3.5) vs. Steelers
- Ravens (-3) vs. Cowboys
- Panthers (-2.5) vs. Browns
- Giants (-3) vs. Titans
- Broncos (+2.5) vs. Rams
- Vikings (-1.5) vs. Buccaneers