Should you use AI (Artificial Intelligence) in fantasy football? Can it actually help you win games—maybe even a championship? Last year, I partnered with Greg Kellogg, an FSWA Hall of Famer, to test this in a head-to-head battle against AI. The only issue? We didn’t keep score. (Pro tip: humans forget, but algorithms don’t.) In 2025, we’re doing it right. We’ll be tracking results weekly, documenting everything, and sharing it with you. By the end of the season, you’ll have the answer to the question every fantasy manager is secretly asking: to AI, or not to AI?

Each week, it’s me, Sir Whittington (Google AI’s fancy alter ego), and KROG squaring off. We’ll each be saddled with three random players — because let’s be honest, the biggest fantasy headaches usually come down to your flex spot.

Here’s how it works:

• One WR or RB ranked outside the top 24
• One TE ranked outside the top 12
• Our mission: pick the guy who can beat his projection and make us look smart.

Your mission: figure out if you should trust me, or the algorithm that also recommends you buy socks after shopping for lawn chairs.

Oh, and here’s the twist — the “winner” isn’t the one who scores the most points. Nope. The player with the most points is actually the loser. We’re tallying it week by week to see who gets crowned by the end of the season.

Week 2 Recap

  1. Jerry Jeudy, WR53
  2. TreVeyon Henderson, RB42
  3. Dallas Goedert, DNP

Week 2 turned into a scoring surge—492 points on the board after just 320 in Week 1.

And speaking of points, hats off to Greg for a flawless week picking players. Can you do it two weeks in a row? As for the battle of human vs. machine? Sir Whittington edged out both KROG and me, posting 6 points while we each settled for 4. That brings the season tally to:

  • Sir Whittington: 6
  • KROG: 8
  • Tipp: 8

Still early days, so wipe that grin off your face, Sir Whittington, and give us your victory speech, you cheeky…

Sir Whittington Response

Picture this: it’s Week 3 of the fantasy season and you are weighing your options like a Great British Bake-Off judge faced with a slightly soggy sponge.

Your flex-spot contestants—DJ Moore, Tyler Allgeier, and Jake Tonges—step forward, each hoping for that prized slice of your lineup.

DJ Moore strides in first, the undeniable star bake. Chicago’s leading receiver, he carries the aroma of high targets and yards after the catch, even if his partnership with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams still needs a little more time in the oven.

Tyler Allgeier follows, a hearty rustic loaf if ever there was one. He’s steady and dependable in Atlanta’s run-heavy kitchen and faces a Panthers defense as soft as over-proved dough, yet his recipe lacks the sweet PPR sparkle that might steal the spotlight.

Last to the table is Jake Tonges, the unpredictable technical challenge. One week, he whips up a surprise touchdown, the next he vanishes entirely, as if the ingredients were never there. The decision is clear. DJ Moore claims the flex crown, Tyler Allgeier rests as a reliable reserve, and Jake Tonges returns to the pantry until another bake demands a dash of daring.

Ok, Sir Whittington, I hope you don’t win this week. Anyway, it’s your turn, KROG!

KROG’s Response

First through the turnstile is DJ Moore. He strolls in with WR1 swagger, cleats gleaming, already catching passes in warm-ups. Caleb Williams keeps nodding his way, and new coach Ben Johnson has drawn up plenty of quick-hit routes just for him. The Dallas Cowboys’ secondary is struggling, making Moore a prime target for volume-heavy PPR production. The Bears’ receiver room is crowded, and Moore took a hard hit in Week 1, but he’s still the headline act—ready for double-digit points and potentially a breakout day if he dominates matchups underneath and in the red zone.

Next comes Tyler Allgeier, lunch-pail in hand. He’s steady and dependable, ready to pound the Carolina Panthers’ front for tough yards. If Bijan Robinson rests near the goal line, Allgeier could swoop in for a short TD. Still, in PPR, he’s more a workhorse for touches than receptions—limited ceiling, limited catches, but a reliable floor when the Falcons stick to their run-heavy scheme.

Finally, Jake Tonges jogs in, helmet tucked under his arm. With George Kittle on IR, he’s elevated to TE1 for the moment, but the 49ers’ offense now flows through Christian McCaffrey, Ricky Pearsall, and Jauan Jennings, limiting his opportunities. Week 3 against the Cardinals offers some red-zone hope, but the target share will likely remain small. Tonges is a deep-stream gamble at best—fun to play if desperate, but not someone you’re counting on for consistent PPR output.

Damn, I hate to say it, but I’m riding with Sir Whittington and KROG.

Tipp’s Response

DJ Moore is ready to reward fantasy managers—and the fireworks start this week, at least according to my crystal ball. The key is the matchup. Cowboys opponents are averaging 283 passing yards per game so far (small sample, sure), compared to 218 a year ago—a spike that lines up with Micah Parsons’ absence. That soft spot has fueled a string of high-scoring games for Dallas opponents. And with the Cowboys averaging 30 points a game, their rivals are forced to keep pace. Still, that 50.5 over/under is a little rich for my blood. Another wrinkle: how Chicago uses Moore in the run game. In Week 1, they teased creative looks to get him carries, but in Week 2, that plan disappeared—zero rushing attempts. Against Dallas, unleashing his full versatility could be exactly the spark the Bears need. Bottom line: Moore profiles as a high-end WR2 with WR1 upside this week. If the Bears tap into his rushing skills or if this turns into a shootout, he could easily outproduce expectations—just don’t expect the over/under to bail you out if the game pace slows.

Tyler Allgeier slots in at number two on this list, but isn’t an afterthought—coaches fed him 17 touches last week. He could again see a decent workload against a Panthers defense that both he and Bijan Robinson have bullied before. Through two weeks, Carolina has been the ultimate second-fiddle stopper, holding No. 2 backs to just 56 total yards while letting lead runners run wild. This game also screams “let’s fix the passing attack” after Minnesota smothered Atlanta for only 108 passing yards. Bottom line: Allgeier’s volume keeps him in the flex conversation, but you’re hoping for a goal-line plunge more than a yardage feast. Temper expectations unless you enjoy living on the edge of luck.

Jake Tonges is not someone fantasy managers had circled back in the offseason. Before Week 1, he had a total of one career target, and unless you’re in a 16-team (or deeper) league, he shouldn’t be sniffing your starting lineup—not even with George Kittle sidelined. Yes, Tonges did see a bump in snap percentage, which is always encouraging. But opportunities remain scarce in an injury-depleted offense where he’ll spend plenty of time helping the offensive line as a blocker. Meanwhile, Luke Farrell quietly logged a 58% snap share for the second straight week and drew three targets, while Christian McCaffrey, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, wild-card fullback Kyle Juszczyk, and Kendrick Bourne, who had a 49% snap percentage (not bad for his first week), are all set to siphon whatever scraps remain. Arizona isn’t exactly a tight end shutdown squad, but the surrounding factors will smother any chance of a Tonges breakout. Bottom line: Even in a plus matchup, Tonges is a desperation dart throw at best. Unless you’re in an ultra-deep league and praying for a fluky touchdown, look elsewhere for your Week 3 tight end help.