O.J. Howard Catches Pair Of Touchdowns

Houston Texans tight end O.J. Howard caught a pair of touchdowns in his debut for the team. That might sound like it makes him a top waiver priority at a shallow position, but the fact that Howard was only targeted twice—catching both for 38 yards—makes him a risky option going forward. The Texans like to […]

Marcus Mariota Totals 215 Passing Yards In Defeat

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota was solid in his season debut. The former Oregon Duck had 33 pass attempts, completing 20 for 215 yards and no touchdowns. While his passing numbers are disappointing, Mariota added 72 yards on the ground and a rushing touchdown on 12 attempts. Furthermore, he completed passes to seven different players, […]

Jamaal Williams Scores Two Rushing Touchdowns

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams rushed 11 times for 28 yards and two touchdowns and caught one pass for two yards. His day yielded 15 fantasy points in standard leagues and 16 fantasy points in PPR. Those who started Williams were rewarded, but it's tough to depend on only touchdowns for fantasy production. He'll […]

Trevor Lawrence Totals 279 Yards In Week 1 Loss

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence completed 24 of his 42 pass attempts for 275 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, along with four rushing yards on two carries. The second-year quarterback out of Clemson got off to a slow start in the game, but he found his rhythm in the second half as the Jaguars […]

Brandin Cooks Targeted 12 Times

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks showed that he's still Houston's top threat in the passing game on Sunday. In the Week 1 tie with the Colts, Cooks led the team in targets, receptions and yards, hauling in seven passes for 82 yards. He was targeted 12 times. No other wide receiver on the team […]

Keenan Allen Questionable To Return Against Vegas

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's showdown against the Las Vegas Raiders. The veteran was having a fantastic outing before the injury, catching all four of his targets for 66 yards. Nonetheless, if Allen can't make it back in Week 1, Mike Williams, Austin Ekeler, and DeAndre […]

Dameon Pierce Quiet In NFL Debut

Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce had 11 carries for 33 yards in Sunday's Week 1 contest against the Colts. He was targeted once in the passing game, catching that pass for a six-yard reception. After a preseason that saw the hype for Pierce skyrocket, it was Rex Burkhead who led this backfield in […]

D'Andre Swift Totals 175 Yards In Loss

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift rushed 15 times for 144 yards and caught all three of his targets for 31 yards in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Unfortunately for Swift's fantasy managers, Jamaal Williams scored two goal-line touchdowns, but Swift was the far more efficient runner at 9.6 yards per carry and added […]

Wan'Dale Robinson Done For Rest Of Week 1

New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (knee) will not return to Sunday's game versus the Titans. The 21-year-old was selected in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft but was expected to immediately play a prominent role in the offense this season. Unfortunately, Robinson finished with only one catch for five yards, so […]

Rex Burkhead Leads Texans Backfield

Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead carried the ball 14 times in Sunday's tie with the Indianapolis Colts, finishing with 40 yards on the ground. He was targeted eight times in the pass game, catching five balls for 30 yards. There were questions about how this backfield would shake out between Burkhead and Dameon Pierce, […]

Davis Mills Throw Pair Of Touchdowns In Week 1

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills had a solid showing in Sunday's tie against the Colts. Mills was 23-for-37 for 240 yards with two touchdown passes. He didn't throw a pick, though he did lose a fumble. Mills is definitely a work in progress at this point, but there were some flashes on Sunday. He's not […]

Jared Goff Throws Two Touchdowns In Opener

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff posted a respectable 19.5 fantasy points in the loss against the Philadelphia Eagles. Goff connected on 21-of-37 passing attempts for 215 yards and two passing touchdowns to one interception. The Lions' offense showed some life against what is expected to be a strong Eagles defense, so Goff could be worth […]

Harrison Butker Injures Ankle On Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (ankle) suffered an ankle injury early in the Week 1 matchup versus Arizona. He had to be carted off the field. Fortunately, he came back to the field and was seen standing on the sidelines. However, Butker has been ruled out for the rest of the game, leaving Andy […]

Ja'Wuan James Tears Achilles

Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Ja'Wuan James (Achilles) was carted off the field during the Week 1 matchup against the Jets. The team was already without Ronnie Stanley (ankle), who is still recovering from surgery. However, with James tearing his Achilles, the team suffered another tough blow to the unit responsible for protecting Lamar Jackson, a […]

Mac Jones Suffers Back Injury In Week 1

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (back) was injured during the season-opening loss to Miami on Sunday. Jones finished Week 1 by throwing for 213 yards and one touchdown (one pick) off 21-for-30 passing. However, more importantly, the team didn't make the signal-caller available to reporters post-game, citing a back issue. Nonetheless, there should be […]

T.J. Watt Believed To Have Suffered Torn Pectoral

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) was injured in the fourth quarter of the divisional showdown with Cincinnati. After landing a hit on Joe Burrow, the 27-year-old announced, "I tore my pec," as he ran over to the sidelines. Undoubtedly, the Steelers are hoping for positive news, primarily since Watt finished last season with 22.5 […]

Jalen Hurts Totals 333 Yards In Victory

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts went 18-for-32 for 243 yards, adding 17 carries for 90 yards and a touchdown. The third-year quarterback was often under pressure but looked much more composed as a passer than last season. Hurts hyper-targeted new addition, A.J. Brown, looking his way 13 times. In his second year as the Eagles […]

Najee Harris Ruled Out For Rest Of Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (foot) was injured late in the fourth quarter of the Week 1 matchup against Cincinnati. While it was reassuring that he limped off the field under his own power, he dealt with a Lisfranc injury during training camp, adding an extra element to the situation. Overall, the 24-year-old struggled […]

Darius Slayton A Healthy Scratch Sunday

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton (coach's decision) is inactive for Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans. This news isn't a major surprise considering the Giants have a relatively deep wide receiver room consisting of Kenny Golladay, Kadarius Toney, Sterling Shepard, and Wan'Dale Robinson. Of that group, Toney has the most fantasy value, but […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux, Azeez Ojulari Inactive For Week 1

New York Giants linebackers Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) and Azeez Ojulari (calf) are both inactive for Week 1 against the Tennessee Titans. Their absences could prove to be quite negative for the New York defense, all while giving the Titans' playmakers some additional fantasy value. Specifically, this news bodes well for the outlooks of Ryan Tannehill […]

J.J. Watt Officially Inactive For Week 1

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (calf) is inactive for Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs. The star pass-rusher did not practice this week. His absence, although expected, will hurt the Cardinals' defense in a big clash with the Chiefs. At the same time, the news could bode well for the fantasy values of […]

J.C. Jackson Inactive Sunday

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (ankle) is officially inactive for Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. He had been listed as doubtful, though there was some optimism that he might be able to play. Instead, the Chargers will hold him out at least one more week (and perhaps two if he can't handle […]

Donald Parham Jr., Isaiah Spiller Officially Inactive For Week 1

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Donald Parham Jr. (hamstring) and running back Isaiah Spiller (coach's decision) are both inactive for Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Parham's absence means that Tre' McKitty will be the lone backup behind Gerald Everett. Meanwhile, in the backfield, Joshua Kelley and Sony Michel will fill depth roles behind […]

David Bakhtiari, Elgton Jenkins Officially Inactive Sunday

Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari (knee) and right tackle Elgton Jenkins (pectoral, knee) are both officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings. The absences of these two talented linemen could limit quarterback Aaron Rodgers' comfort in the pocket, as well as hinder the effectiveness of running backs Aaron Jones and AJ […]

Ronald Jones Not Suiting Up Sunday

Kansas City Chiefs running back Ronald Jones is inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Arizona Cardinals. He did not enter this weekend with an injury designation, so it appears that he's a healthy scratch. With the 25-year-old sidelined, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Jerick McKinnon, and Isiah Pacheco will be active. It's a hard backfield to figure […]

Trey McBride Won't Play Week 1

Arizona Cardinals rookie tight end Trey McBride is inactive for Week 1 versus the Kansas City Chiefs. He had not been given an injury designation beforehand, so it appears that he's a healthy scratch. The 22-year-old will ride the bench while Zach Ertz, Maxx Williams, and Stephen Anderson suit up. Of the three active tight […]

Allen Lazard Officially Inactive

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard (ankle) is officially inactive for the season opener against the Minnesota Vikings. This comes as no surprise considering he had been listed as doubtful entering the weekend. In his absence, Sammy Watkins, Christian Watson, and Romeo Doubs will serve as the top wide receivers. Expect Robert Tonyan, Aaron […]

Ja'Wuan James Suffers Serious Ankle Injury

Baltimore Ravens tackle Ja'Wuan James suffered a serious ankle injury in Week 1 and is doubtful to return. This is brutal news for a Baltimore offensive line that was already without Ronnie Stanley (ankle). As a result, fantasy managers should expect a slight decrease in production from the Ravens' playmakers, including quarterback Lamar Jackson and […]

Elijah Mitchell Ruled Out With Knee Injury

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's season opener against the Chicago Bears. He rushed six times for 41 yards before exiting. Jeff Wilson and Jordan Mason will round out the backfield for the remainder of the contest, but Deebo Samuel should also continue to […]

Tee Higgins Downgraded To Out

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has been ruled out with a concussion. He exited Sunday's game after catching two passes for 27 yards and will now miss the remainder of the contest. He had initially been listed as questionable before being downgraded. Tyler Boyd will step up as the No. 2 receiver behind Ja'Marr […]