Detroit Lions · New England Patriots · 2026 week 2

Detroit Lions or New England Patriots?

Wondering who you should start this week — Detroit Lions or New England Patriots? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start New England PatriotsNew England Patriots projects 3.4 PPR points clear of Detroit Lions in week 2. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Detroit Lions @ BUF 5.2 11 healthy
New England Patriots START vs PIT 8.6 6 healthy

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Their trade values are effectively even — a one-for-one is a fair swap on the numbers.

Open in Start/Sit (any scoring) Open in the Trade Analyzer

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.