Brenton Strange · Michael Mayer · 2026 week 2

Brenton Strange or Michael Mayer?

Wondering who you should start this week — Brenton Strange or Michael Mayer? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start Brenton StrangeBrenton Strange projects 3.5 PPR points clear of Michael Mayer in week 2. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Brenton Strange START @ DEN 7.1 213 healthy
Michael Mayer @ LAC 3.6 342 healthy

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Michael Mayer carries the higher trade value — 342 against 213 (a 38% gap). In a one-for-one, the side receiving Michael Mayer gets the most. Momentum: Brenton Strange -69 and Michael Mayer +342 over the last 30 days.

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.