NFL Week 3 statistical trends and fantasy football recaps

Statistical analysis and recaps from Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season highlight various player usage trends and performance metrics.

The Minnesota Vikings have become the only team in 45 years to start 3-0 while averaging less than 4.3 yards per play. In personnel usage, the San Francisco 49ers rank second in total EPA despite ranking 30th in 11-personnel usage. Conversely, the Los Angeles Chargers rank last in EPA per play when utilizing three wide receivers.

Individual player highlights include Deshaun Watson ranking 7th in fantasy points per drop back in 11-personnel for the Cleveland Browns, and Chris Olave recording 3.00 yards per route run. In fantasy football scoring, veteran Case Keenum emerged as a top-five quarterback for the week, scoring 24.5 points, marking his first 20-plus point performance since 2019.