Trevor Etienne's Uphill Battle in Week 1 and Beyond

Carolina Panthers rookie running back Trevor Etienne is set to make his professional debut against his brother, Travis Etienne, and the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. The Panthers selected the former Florida and Georgia running back in the fourth round. With two 1,000-yard rushers in front of him, Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle, Etienne is […]

Ryan Fitzgerald Has a High Ceiling, Not on the Fantasy Radar for Week 1

After winning the job in the preseason, Carolina Panthers rookie kicker Ryan Fitzgerald has earned the Panthers' placekicker role. The former Florida State Seminole could prove to be a fantasy asset due to his strong leg. In his final college season, he hit all five attempts from 50+ yards out, including a 59-yarder against Georgia […]

Hunter Renfrow Out of Retirement, Ready for Week 1

After being released by the Carolina Panthers and then re-signed, wide receiver Hunter Renfrow finds himself third on the team's depth chart. The veteran will look to make an impact against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. The 2021 Pro Bowler retired in 2024 due to ulcerative colitis, but the Panthers, desperate for wide receiver […]

Ja'Tavion Sanders a Wait and See Week 1

Carolina Panthers tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders is poised to claim a role in the team's passing game in 2025 and will look to make a splash against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. The second-year tight end showed flashes of potential as a rookie, outproducing starter Tommy Tremble with 342 receiving yards in 2024. His […]

Panthers Rebuilt D/ST a Question Mark for Week 1

In 2024, the Carolina Panthers' defense was the worst unit in the NFL. While their passing defense ranked 25th in the league, their run defense was particularly abysmal, ranking last by a significant margin and allowing an average of 179.8 rushing yards per game. To address these issues, the Panthers have completely overhauled their defense. […]

Xavier Legette on the Deep-League Radar with Favorable Matchup vs. Jaguars

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette underperformed as a rookie in 2024, posting a modest 49 catches for 497 yards. His role this season was in question until news that fellow wide receiver Jalen Coker (quadriceps) has been placed on injured reserve. Legette has been elevated to the WR2 role behind star rookie Tetairoa McMillan […]

Tetairoa McMillan Ready to Shine in Week 1 Against Jacksonville

With the eighth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Carolina Panthers selected wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. The 6-foot-5 rookie is poised for an immediate impact after leading the Big 12 with 1,319 yards and eight touchdowns on 84 receptions last season. His path to a significant role was cleared when fellow wide receiver […]

Rico Dowdle a Week 1 Stash

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle, the third-year running back out of the University of South Carolina, will try to make an impact for his new team against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1. The Panthers signed Dowdle this offseason to a one-year, $2.75 million contract to bolster their backfield. With rookie Jonathan Brooks sidelined […]

Chuba Hubbard A Safe RB2 Play in Week 1

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is poised to build on a successful 2024 campaign in which he finished with 1,195 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns, along with 43 receptions for 171 yards and one score. His Week 1 matchup is against a Jacksonville Jaguars team that surrendered a league-worst 2,254 rushing yards. However, a […]

Bryce Young in a Prime Spot Week 1

After a difficult start to his second season, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young found his rhythm under head coach Dave Canales. Following a brief benching, he returned with a new command of the offense, throwing for 15 touchdowns and just nine interceptions on the year. This momentum sets up a prime Week 1 matchup against […]

One-Man Fantasy Football Mock Draft (Eight Rounds): 12 Teams, PPR Scoring

In fantasy football, the PPR (points-per-reception) draft is a strategic minefield. This article details a unique experience: a one-man draft where I personally selected players for each of the 12 teams in the league. This isn't a simple list of overall player rankings. Instead, I approached this as a genuine simulation, making decisions from each […]

Running Back Fantasy Football League-Winners: 5 Must-Have RBs for PPR Leagues (2025)

If you're lucky enough to have a top-4 pick in your 2025 Fantasy Football draft, congratulations. You're in a prime position to secure a top-tier player like Ja'Marr Chase or one of the elite running backs: Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, or Saquon Barkley. These three are the cream of the crop, and any of them […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Dont'e Thornton Jr., Elic Ayomanor, Isaac TeSlaa Outlooks

Three intriguing rookie wide receivers, Dont'e Thornton Jr., Elic Ayomanor, and Isaac TeSlaa, are generating significant buzz in fantasy football drafts. Each has a unique story and an opportunity to make an immediate impact in Week 1. Thornton, a former top-10 recruit, has a clear path to playing time with the Raiders. Ayomanor has earned […]

Bryce Perkins Plays Well in Preseason Finale

Quarterback Bryce Perkins, who was signed by the Carolina Panthers earlier this week, delivered an impressive performance in Thursday night's preseason finale against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Stepping in after Andy Dalton's elbow injury, the former UFL MVP completed 11 of 12 passes for 71 yards. He also showcased his mobility, adding 28 yards on just […]

Jack Plummer's Struggles Continue

Carolina Panthers third-string quarterback Jack Plummer had another poor performance in the final preseason game Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With starters resting and Andy Dalton (elbow) injured, Plummer had the opportunity to secure the team's third-string roster spot but struggled to capitalize. He completed just seveen of 14 passes for a mere 48 yards, […]

4 Workhorse Running Back Draft Targets In 2025 Fantasy Football

The "workhorse" running back has been a staple of the NFL since its inception. However, especially over the past decade, this type of player has become a dying breed. But "dying" doesn't mean "dead." In 2024, six NFL running backs carried the ball over 300 times. While the number of true workhorses in the NFL […]

Jack Plummer Throws Two Interceptions vs. Houston

Carolina Panthers quarterback Jack Plummer went 10-for-14 for 83 yards and two interceptions in Saturday’s 20-3 loss to the Houston Texans. At the end of the second quarter, defensive lineman Danielle Hunter hit Panthers second-string quarterback Andy Dalton (elbow). The hit sent Dalton to the sideline, and he did not return. Plummer replaced Dalton and […]

Trevor Etienne Continues to Struggle

Carolina Panthers rookie running back Trevor Etienne saw plenty of action in the team's 20-3 preseason loss to the Houston Texans on Saturday. As the third back to enter the game, he rushed seven times for 18 yards and caught his only target for a seven-yard gain. Etienne's involvement wasn't limited to the offensive side […]

Ryan Fitzgerald Battling to Start in Carolina

Undrafted rookie Ryan Fitzgerald is making a strong case for the Carolina Panthers' starting kicker job. He accounted for the team's only points with an impressive 52-yard field goal in Saturdays’s 20-3 preseason loss to the Houston Texans. Fitzgerald signed with the Panthers as an unrestricted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft, but some […]

Committee Running Back Draft Targets: 4 Crowded Backfields to Chase (2025)

Remember when the fantasy football running back committee was the bane of your draft board, something to actively dodge at all costs? Well, those days are long gone. In 2025, the NFL running back by committee isn't just a trend; it's the new normal. Unless you're lucky enough to snag one of the rare workhorse […]

Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Sleepers: 4 Value Picks to Target in Drafts (2025)

Discovering undervalued wide receivers is the secret to championship success in fantasy football. This analysis highlights four compelling "sleeper" wideouts for the 2025 season: Ricky Pearsall, Khalil Shakir, Tre Harris, and Roman Wilson. Each player, navigating unique team situations, proven roles, or emerging opportunities, is poised to significantly outperform their current fantasy draft position. Ignore […]

Is Tyler Shough or Spencer Rattler the Starting Quarterback for the Saints? 2025 Fantasy Football Depth Charts

When longtime starting quarterback Derek Carr announced his surprise retirement on May 10, the New Orleans Saints were suddenly faced with a glaring void at the most important position on the field. Carr, a veteran leader and stabilizing presence, had been expected to return for at least one more season. His departure left the franchise […]

Should I Draft Evan Engram, Mark Andrews, or David Njoku? 2025 Fantasy Football Tight End Outlooks

Drafting the right tight end in 2025 fantasy football could be the difference between a playoff run and a wasted season. With the elite tier thinning and positional volatility at an all-time high, fantasy managers are on the hunt for tight ends with both upside and opportunity. Three names generating buzz are Evan Engram, Mark […]

3 Fantasy Football Tight End Sleepers - Breakout TEs to Target in Drafts (2025)

Every fantasy football season, savvy managers find value in the late rounds by targeting overlooked players with high upside, and the tight-end position is often fertile ground for breakout potential. Outside of the elite few, the tight-end landscape remains volatile and unpredictable, making it essential to identify those under-the-radar options who could emerge as weekly […]