Anthony Richardson and Brock Purdy are in the new wave of young quarterbacks taking over the NFL in recent years. With so much change, it can be difficult for fantasy managers to keep up.
This is especially true with Purdy playing down from his vaunted ceiling and Richardson seemingly moments away from his first breakout game. Here is a look at both quarterbacks for managers stuck in the middle.
Is Anthony Richardson a good pick in Week 3?
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According to Sportskeeda’s Start/Sit Optimizer, Anthony Richardson is a solid pick in Week 3. Forget about the Week 2 wall he hit against the Packers. Rather, look at his Week 1 surge. While neither outcome will happen this week, managers will be satisfied with Richardson as he piles up 17.5 points against the Bears on Sunday.
Is Brock Purdy a good pick in Week 3?
Brock Purdy has already lived through the gamut of possible NFL experiences despite his young age with only a few exceptions. He has seen his season cut short due to injury, played in a Super Bowl, and worked as a backup quarterback. However, in 2024, managers hope he will experience a dominating performance against the Los Angeles Rams.
According to Sportskeeda’s Start/Sit Optimizer, he isn’t due for an insane breakout performance but for some quality production. He is projected 16.1 points against the Aaron Donald-less Los Angeles Rams this week.
Whom should I start between Anthony Richardson and Brock Purdy in Week 3?
Anthony Richardson and Brock Purdy live on two opposites of the same coin. Both are still on their rookie contract, but Richardson lives with his legs while Purdy lives with his arm in the pocket. As such, Sportskeeda’s Start/Sit Simulator has given Richardson the nod.
Additionally, while the Rams’ late-ranked defense is tantalizing in most matchups, the 49ers are a divisional rival of the Rams. Although Kyler Murray ripped through the secondary, it doesn’t mean that every team they face will be able to do so. Purdy will still have a productive day, earning 16.1 points. However, this won’t beat Richardson, who will tally 17.5 points.
The margins are slim, so the risk is minimal for managers looking to take the underdog. Either way, the floor appears high for both players this week.
