Week 3 Fantasy Football Rankings, TE: Jimmy Graham ticked, Jason Witten nicked

Brad Pinkerton

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The Seahawks' Jimmy Graham is holding onto the No. 2 spot in our fantasy football tight end rankings for Week 3 despite he (and his fantasy owners) being "pissed off" about his role in Seattle's offense. Pete Carroll doesn't seem too worried that Graham has just 10 targets (7-62-1) through the first two games, so we aren't either — yet. 

We're more concerned about other tight ends in this week's rankings, namely injured players Jason Witten and Jordan Cameron. Let's break down the Week 3 fantasy TE rankings to identify some potential sleepers and busts. 

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Week 3 fantasy football rankings, TE

The top five of our tight end rankings look a little different this week. You already know Rob Gronkowski is No. 1, while Graham and Travis Kelce stay at Nos. 2 and 3, respectively. However, Greg Olsen and Tyler Eifert slide up to Nos. 4 and 5, respectively, thanks partly to their large offensive roles and partly to quarterback concerns for Jason Witten and Martellus Bennett, who are sliding down the rankings. 

You can see the full Week 3 tight end rankings here. 

Jason Witten, Jordan Cameron, Delanie Walker injury updates

The Cowboys' Jason Witten sprained both his ankles and a knee in Week 2 and is uncertain for Week 3. However, we're certain Witten, who hasn't missed a game since his rookie season in 2003, will play as long as his legs are still fully attached. We're more concerned about the overall Cowboys offense with Brandon Weeden at the helm. If Witten can't play, we'll upgrade Gavin Escobar. 

The Dolphins' Jordan Cameron left Week 2 with a groin injury and is considered day-to-day. Cameron has a long, frustrating injury history, so we're concerned about his status for Week 3. Unfortunately, there's not a viable fantasy replacement in Miami. 

The Titans' Delanie Walker (wrist) missed Week 2 but is practicing this week and on track to return in Week 3 against the Colts.  

The Chargers' Ladarius Green suffered his second concussion of the month in Week 2 and could be looking at a multi-game absence. Fantasy owners should make other plans for Week 3 at least; Antonio Gates returns in Week 5. 

Get the latest fantasy injury updates here.

Fantasy TE sleepers for Week 3

We're going back to the well for our TE fantasy sleepers this week with Jordan Reed and Eric Ebron back in the top 10. Too bad we can't use Austin Seferian-Jenkins for the next 4-6 weeks. 

The Ravens' Crockett Gillmore makes a nice desperation play if you need an injury replacement, though we think last week's big game had a lot to do with the Raiders. Another deep sleeper to watch will be the Colts' Coby Fleener, who could see a bigger role this week if Dwayne Allen is out or limited by his sprained ankle. Fleener caught seven passes for 82 yards and three TDs in two games against the Titans last year.

Check out more fantasy football sleepers for Week 3 here.

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Brad Pinkerton