Giants Comfortable Putting Jaxson Dart in a Game Now

The New York Giants are showing strong confidence in rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, naming him the primary backup behind Russell Wilson. According to Albert Breer, the team feels comfortable putting Dart into live game action already, an impressive endorsement for the rookie. Dianna Russini of The Athletic added that head coach Brian Daboll even threw […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? D'Andre Swift, DK Metcalf, Chris Olave, Tucker Kraft, Jordan Mason, Keon Coleman, Trevor Lawrence, Josh Downs, Rashod Bateman, Ollie Gordon, Mike Evans

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 1 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like D'Andre Swift, DK Metcalf, Chris Olave, Tucker Kraft, Jordan Mason, Keon Coleman, Trevor Lawrence, Josh Downs, Rashod Bateman, Ollie Gordon, Mike Evans. But not to worry, we are here to help make […]

Bucky Irving Ready to Punish Opposing Defenses

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving heads into 2025 with a chip on his shoulder and breakout potential. The former fourth-round pick says he still draws motivation from his draft-day slide: "I kept that anger and used it as motivation. I was pissed. I was waiting for three days, so just being there and […]

Tyler Allgeier a Low-End Flex Play in Week 1

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier remains one of the top running back handcuffs in the league, but doesn't garner enough touches to make him startable in season-long fantasy most weeks. The BYU product was awarded double-digit carries just five times last season, and is a relative non-factor in the passing game, with Bijan Robinson […]

Week 1 FLEX Rankings for Fantasy Football (RB, WR, TE): Updates Include Ricky Pearsall, Rome Odunze, Matthew Golden, Travis Etienne, Aaron Jones

It's time to set those Week 1 fantasy football lineups, and it can be difficult to figure out "who to start" among players at different positions with similar outlooks and projections. We have you covered with our updated Week 1 fantasy football FLEX (RB, WR, TE) rankings for 2025. Below, find out where Ricky Pearsall, […]

Tahj Brooks Not a Viable Fantasy Option Against Cleveland

Cincinnati Bengals running back Tahj Brooks was selected in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft after a lengthy collegiate career at Texas Tech. While he didn't do much in his two preseason contests, he reportedly looked good throughout training camp. With that in mind, Chase Brown is the undisputed No. 1 option out […]

Nick Folk Not Worthy of a Week 1 Start

New York Jets placekicker Nick Folk is set for an unfavorable matchup this Sunday when his team squares off against the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers. Folk appeared in 14 games for the Titans last season, boasting an excellent 95.5% (21-of-22) rate on field goal tries and knocking through all 25 of his extra-point attempts. The 40-year-old […]

Jalen Nailor Expected to Serve as WR3 in Minnesota

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor is expected to settle back into his WR3 role in 2025. Nailor flashed last year with career-best numbers, 28 receptions, 414 yards, and six touchdowns. With Jordan Addison suspended for the first three games, there was speculation that Nailor might see an expanded role. Instead, Minnesota traded for veteran […]

Brenton Strange a Solid Tight End Option in Week 1

The Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 1, which serves as a great matchup for the entire offense. That includes tight end Brenton Strange, who had a solid year last season despite the organizational dysfunction. Especially in PPR leagues, Strange seems like a solid streaming option at TE this season. The Panthers […]

Week 1 Kicker Rankings for Fantasy Football: Kicker Updates Include Jake Bates, Ka'imi Fairbairn, Chase McLaughlin, Cam Little, Tyler Loop, Chad Ryland

Many fantasy managers will ignore the kicker spot, but they can make the difference between winning and losing your first matchup of the season. Find the best option to start with our Week 1 fantasy football kicker rankings for 2025. Find out where Jake Bates, Ka'imi Fairbairn, Chase McLaughlin, Cam Little, Tyler Loop, and Chad […]

Dyami Brown Only Useful in PPR Against Panthers

The Jacksonville Jaguars face a juicy matchup in the Panthers in Week 1, meaning many players could thrive in fantasy football. That includes likely third WR Dyami Brown, who signed with the Jaguars this offseason. He seems to be behind Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter on the depth chart, but that doesn't mean he […]

Jets D/ST in Prime Spot in Week 1

The New York Jets defense/special teams boasts a strong matchup in Week 1 when they take on the Pittsburgh Steelers at home. 2024 was a peculiar season for the team's defense. Despite yielding the third-fewest passing yards per game to opponents (192.6), they were a bottom-half unit in points allowed per game (23.8). The Jets' […]

Tee Higgins Ready to Go on Sunday Against Cleveland

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins spent all last season looking for a new contract. He also missed time due to injury. However, the wideout was productive when healthy and finished the year with 911 yards and 10 touchdowns off 73 catches (12 games). Equipped with a new four-year contract, Higgins should be ready to […]

Nick Chubb and Dameon Pierce Splitting RB1 Reps in Practice

The Houston Texans' backfield is in flux, with Nick Chubb and Dameon Pierce taking "all the reps" with the first-team offense in practice. They're filling in for starter Joe Mixon, who remains on the NFI list without a clear timetable for return. Chubb looks like the early favorite for lead-back duties, as he handled every […]

Travis Hunter an Intriguing Fantasy Option in Week 1

The Jacksonville Jaguars have an exciting start to the season against the Carolina Panthers. That is mainly because of second overall pick Travis Hunter, who might be the first full-time offensive and defensive player in NFL history. The good news for fantasy managers is he is expected to start out playing more on offense. In […]

Isaiah Davis Should Get Some Run in Week 1

New York Jets running back Isaiah Davis will operate as the team's third option this Sunday when his team lines up against the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers. The South Dakota State product recently dealt with an ankle injury, but avoided the Jets' injury report this week as the organization gears up for their home opener. Before […]

Week 1 Team Defense Rankings for Fantasy Football: D/ST Updates Include Commanders D/ST, 49ers D/ST, Ravens D/ST, Patriots D/ST, Vikings D/ST

The final piece of your fantasy football lineup should be an elite defense or one with a plus matchup. We're here to help you find the best option to start with our Week 1 fantasy football defense (D/ST) rankings for 2025. Find out where the Commanders, 49ers, Ravens, Patriots, and Vikings defenses stand among all […]

Chase Brown Looks to Play Better Against the Browns

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown had a slow start to the 2024 campaign, at least in the first three games. However, after establishing himself as the clear No. 1 option on the depth chart, there was no looking back. He would go on to finish the year by finding the end zone 11 times […]

Adam Thielen Trained With J.J. McCarthy In Offseason

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen spent part of the offseason training with quarterback J.J. McCarthy, logging 6-8 throwing sessions together before his late-August trade back to Minnesota for a fifth-round pick. The 35-year-old veteran is eager to contribute, saying he's "excited to be a part of (McCarthy's) journey." With Jordan Addison suspended to start […]

Cardinals D/ST a Great Streaming Option in Week 1

The Arizona Cardinals defense/special teams was very inconsistent last season, which was a common theme amongst the entire squad. They were smack in the middle of the pack at 15th for points against (22.3 per game), and they ranked 20th in takeaways. This past offseason, however, the team focused on bolstering the defense in a […]

Brian Thomas Jr. Potential WR1 Overall Against Panthers

The Jacksonville Jaguars start off the season with a fantastic matchup against the Carolina Panthers, which is great news for Brian Thomas Jr. fantasy managers. The second-year receiver was stellar last year, especially down the stretch, despite catching passes from Mac Jones. With Trevor Lawrence back at QB and offensive-minded Liam Coen at head coach, […]

Allen Lazard Not in Consideration Sunday

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard can't be trusted in fantasy for this week's home tilt with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Lazard enters his third season with the Jets, a member of the team by way of longtime ex-teammate Aaron Rodgers. He was productive early in 2024, but fell victim to a chest injury and […]

Tyler Shough Waiting in the Shadows Ahead of Week 1

New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough missed out on the starting job to second-year quarterback Spencer Rattler. Shough saw plenty of preseason action, going 36-for-54 for 333 yards with one touchdown and one interception over three games, while adding three carries for 23 yards, one touchdown, and one fumble. The 26-year-old will need to […]

Ja'Marr Chase Ready to Dominate in Week 1

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase is coming off a dominant year. Without question, the 25-year-old was a problem for opposing defenses throughout the entire 2024 campaign. In 17 regular-season contests, he amassed 1,708 yards and 17 touchdowns off 127 catches, all the most in the National Football League. Chase's 295 yards after contact and […]

Saints D/ST Unrosterable Ahead of Week 1

The New Orleans Saints defense/special teams will start the season without veteran Chase Young, who was ruled out on Friday's injury report. Team captains Cameron Jordan, Demario Davis, and Justin Reid will lead the unit. The Saints recorded zero defensive touchdowns in 2024, and their only fantasy upside comes from wide receiver Rashid Shaheed on […]

Amani Hooker Signs Extension With Titans

The Tennessee Titans have signed safety Amani Hooker on a three-year, $48.6 million extension, making him the ninth-highest-paid safety in the NFL on an annual basis. Hooker started 14 games in 2024 and was a playmaker in coverage, finishing sixth in the league with five interceptions. Hooker was the only Titans player to crack the […]

Blake Grupe a Low-End Option for Week 1

New Orleans Saints kicker Blake Grupe earned a captaincy nod ahead of his third season in the Big Easy. Through his first two years, he's made 57 of 68 field goals (83.8%) and 71 of 73 extra points (97.3%). The Saints face the Cardinals in Week 1, who allowed the seventh-most points to kickers in […]

Chad Ryland a Mid-Level Play in Week 1

Arizona Cardinals kicker Chad Ryland finished in K2 territory (K18 overall) last season despite hitting 87.5% of his field goals. The Cardinals' offense stalled out in a handful of games, which hurt Ryland's overall production since he wasn't getting into field goal range all the time and wasn't bolstering his fantasy output with extra point […]

Juwan Johnson Offers Little Fantasy Value Week 1

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson opens the season as the top option at the position ahead of rookie Moliki Matavao. Over six seasons with the team, he has averaged 11.1 yards per reception, 24.2 yards per game, and a 65.8% catch rate. With Spencer Rattler under center, the Saints may lean on the […]

Josh Reynolds a Sneaky Second Option in New York

New York Jets wide receiver Josh Reynolds is slated to make his Jets debut this Sunday when they take on the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers at MetLife Stadium. Reynolds will play for his third team in three seasons after a brief stint with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2024, operating as the Jets' de facto WR2 behind […]