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Brian Thomas Jr. Returns After Shoulder Injury
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (shoulder) has returned to Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. Thomas had been listed as questionable to return after leaving with a shoulder injury and heading to the locker room. He caught three passes for 40 yards before exiting and is now back on the field for Jacksonville.
Source: Lauren Brooks
Source: Lauren Brooks
Terry McLaurin Remains a WR2 Despite Tough Matchup
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin should stay in fantasy lineups Sunday against Philadelphia, even if the matchup lowers the ceiling a bit. McLaurin played only 10 games last season but still caught 38 passes for 582 yards and three touchdowns on 60 targets. He enters Week 1 healthy and remains the favorite to lead Washington's receivers in targets, though Stefon Diggs gives Jayden Daniels another proven option underneath. Philadelphia was brutal on wide receivers in 2025, allowing just 2,302 receiving yards and six touchdowns to the position. McLaurin has at least handled this matchup well over the years, averaging 4.9 catches and 71.9 yards across 15 career games against the Eagles with six touchdowns. RotoBaller has him at WR26 for Week 1. That keeps him in the WR2 range, but this is more of a floor play than a spot to chase a huge ceiling game.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Chase Elliott Worth Rostering At St. Louis this Week for DFS?
Chase Elliott of Hendrick Motorsports will start eighth for the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway. Sunday's race will mark the first time that Elliott will start a race at the St. Louis track inside the top 10 in his Cup career. In three starts at WWTR in the Cup Series, Elliott has two finishes of 13th or better, including a finish of third in last year's race at the site. After 27 races so far this season, Elliott has two wins, nine top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 14.7. In practice, Elliott displayed top-10 speeds in the 20-30 consecutive lap average categories, ranking as high as fourth in 30 consecutive lap averages. Elliott's starting position does not feature much upside, but his long-run practice speeds are favorable. Fantasy players should mainly consider Elliott as a tournament option with some risk for DFS.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Brian Thomas Jr. Questionable to Return With Shoulder Injury
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (shoulder) is questionable to return against the Cleveland Browns with a shoulder injury. Thomas had three catches for 40 yards before leaving with the injury. If he can't get back on the field, Travis Hunter is the most obvious candidate for more offensive snaps. Parker Washington and Jakobi Meyers could also see a few more targets with Thomas unavailable.
Source: Mia O'Brien
Source: Mia O'Brien
Austin Cindric May Be Worth Rostering At World Wide Technology Raceway
Team Penske's Austin Cindric is starting 13th after qualifying for the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway. This will be Cindric's first Cup race at the site with a starting position outside of the top 10. In four previous races at WWTR, Cindric has one win and three top-15 finishes. Cindric's average finish of 11.0 at the site is the highest of all active tracks on the Cup Series schedule. In 27 races completed this season, Cindric has six top-10 finishes with an average finish of 17.0. Through practice for this week's race, Cindric has displayed top-5 speeds in the 10, 15, and 30 consecutive lap average categories. Due to his practice speeds and overall history at WWTR, Cindric is a great option to consider for all DFS formats. Expect Cindric to compete for a top-5 finish on Sunday.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Dylan Sampson Ruled Out With Knee Injury
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Sampson was injured early in the first quarter and didn't record an offensive touch before leaving. He did return two kickoffs for 64 yards, including a 37-yard return on the opening kick. With Sampson done for the afternoon, Raheim Sanders is the next back up behind Quinshon Judkins.
Source: Camryn Justice
Source: Camryn Justice
Quentin Johnston Brings WR2 Upside in Week 1
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston is worth starting in Week 1 against Arizona. He is listed as a starter opposite Ladd McConkey after catching 51 passes for 735 yards and eight touchdowns in 14 games last season. Keenan Allen is gone, which leaves more work available, and Johnston already flashed in Mike McDaniel's offense with a 65-yard touchdown from Justin Herbert in the preseason finale. Arizona allowed 3,923 passing yards and 31 touchdowns through the air in 2025, so there should be chances for Johnston to hit on another big play. RotoBaller has him at WR39 in its latest Week 1 rankings, but the site's current start/sit coverage has specifically highlighted him as a start with WR2 upside. McConkey is still the safer bet for targets, so Johnston is not without risk. Still, the matchup and scoring upside make him a strong flex option for Sunday.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Bubba Wallace Rosterable In DFS At World Wide Technology Raceway?
Bubba Wallace of 23XI Racing will start in the seventh position for this week's race at World Wide Technology Raceway, the Enjoy Illinois 300. It will be a new career-best starting position for Wallace at the St. Louis track, also known as Gateway. In four prior races at Gateway, Wallace has one top-10 finish, an eighth-place result from last season. With 27 races completed so far this season, Wallace has 12 top-10 finishes with an average finish of 16.2. In practice for this week's race, Wallace ranked as high as 20th in 20 consecutive lap averages. Wallace's practice speeds and his mixed track history at St. Louis make him difficult to recommend for DFS this week. Fantasy players should mainly consider Wallace as a tournament-only play, since his starting position also provides little upside for this week's race.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Omar Cooper Jr. Questionable to Return With Ankle Injury
New York Jets wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (ankle) is questionable to return against the Tennessee Titans. Cooper left the game with the ankle issue, putting his status for the rest of the afternoon in doubt. If he can't get back out there, Isaiah Williams would be the next receiver in line for more work. Arian Smith could also pick up some additional snaps with Cooper unavailable.
Source: Terry McCormick
Source: Terry McCormick
Dylan Sampson Questionable to Return With Knee Injury
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (knee) is questionable to return against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Sampson entered the game as the primary backup to Quinshon Judkins, so Cleveland could be thinner than expected in the backfield if he can't make it back. Raheim Sanders would be the next man up behind Judkins. For now, Sampson's status is worth monitoring as the game continues.
Source: Mary Kay Cabot
Source: Mary Kay Cabot
Could Chris Buescher be A Solid DFS Option for St. Louis Lineups?
RFK Racing's Chris Buescher will start in the 21st position for the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway. This will be Buescher's first start outside of the top 10 since 2024 at the St. Louis track, also known as Gateway. In three previous races at the site, Buescher has three top-15 finishes and never placed lower than 14th. After 27 races this year, Buescher has 10 top-10 finishes and an average finish of 15.1. In practice, the No. 17 Ford driver ranked 16th in 20 consecutive lap averages and 15th in 25 consecutive lap averages. Based on his track history and long-run practice speeds, Buescher is a solid DFS option for all formats likely to place inside the top 15.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Marvin Harrison Jr. Carries Too Much Risk in Week 1
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is healthy again, but Week 1 is not an easy spot to trust him against the Chargers. Harrison finished last season with 41 catches for 608 yards and four touchdowns in 12 games, and Arizona has spent the offseason finding more ways to move him around in Mike LaFleur's offense. The target competition has not gone away. Trey McBride dominated targets last year, Michael Wilson broke 1,000 yards, and rookie Jeremiyah Love gives the Cardinals another player they will want involved. Los Angeles was also one of the NFL's tougher pass defenses in 2025, allowing only 16 passing touchdowns. RotoBaller still has Harrison at WR31 for Week 1, but its latest start/sit guidance recommends sitting him. There is upside if Arizona falls behind and Jacoby Brissett has to throw, but fantasy managers with a safer WR3 or flex option should use it.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Carson Hocevar Worth Rostering for St. Louis DFS Lineups?
Carson Hocevar will start sixth for this week's Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway. This marks the first top-10 start of Hocevar's Cup career at the St. Louis track. In three previous races at WWTR, Hocevar has two top-15 finishes, with a best finish of eighth. Through 27 races this season, Hocevar has nine top-10 finishes with an average finish of 16.5. In practice for this week's race, Hocevar ranked third in 10, 15, and 20 consecutive lap averages. With his fast practice speeds and overall favorable track history at WWTR, Hocevar is a driver likely to pull out a top-10 finish. Hocevar is best utilized in tournaments, as his lack of upside from his starting position makes him hard to recommend for cash games.
Source: DriverAverages.com
Source: DriverAverages.com
Christian Watson Belongs in Week 1 Lineups
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson should be in fantasy lineups Sunday against Minnesota. Watson enters Week 1 healthy and was not listed on Green Bay's injury report this week. He returned from a torn ACL in Week 8 last season and still finished with 35 catches for 611 yards and six touchdowns in 10 games, averaging 17.5 yards per reception. The target picture is cleaner now, too. Romeo Doubs left in free agency and Dontayvion Wicks was traded, leaving Watson, Jayden Reed and Matthew Golden as Green Bay's top three receivers. Minnesota was excellent against the pass last season, allowing only 2,694 passing yards and 15 touchdowns, so this is not a matchup-driven start. Watson's role and big-play ability are the reason to trust him. RotoBaller has him at WR22 for Week 1 and recommends him as a flex in all leagues and a WR2 in 12-team formats. He belongs in lineups.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
MarShawn Lloyd a Risky Flex Play in Week 1
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd gets his first real chance to lead the backfield Sunday against Minnesota. Josh Jacobs is unavailable, and Lloyd sits first on the depth chart ahead of Chris Brooks and Kaleb Johnson. The opportunity is there. The track record is not. Lloyd has seven regular-season touches since entering the NFL in 2024 after injuries wiped out almost all of his first two seasons. Green Bay could also work Brooks and Johnson into the rotation rather than immediately handing Lloyd a full workload. Minnesota makes the debut tougher, too, after allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to running backs last season. Lloyd should still see enough work to matter, especially if he gets the early-down and goal-line carries. Fantasy managers can use him as a low-end RB2 or flex, but there is enough uncertainty here to avoid treating him like a locked-in starter.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
