Week 1 Best NFL Bets - Expert Picks and Betting Guide for Sunday Football Games (2025)

It's time to kick off the 2025 NFL season with my Week 1 best bets. You always want to approach the first week with caution, as it can be quite unpredictable. Just think back to last season, when the Cincinnati Bengals lost at home against Jacoby Brissett and the New England Patriots. With that in […]

Andy Borregales Not a Reliable Kicking Option Ahead of NFL Debut

New England Patriots kicker Andy Borregales will make his NFL debut this Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, but he's not a reliable fantasy football option at this time. In addition to the fact that Borregales has never attempted a regular-season kick in the NFL, he also starts his career in a Gillette Stadium environment […]

Patriots Defense Opens Season Against Improved Offense

The New England Patriots defense/special teams opens the 2025 season this Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, who made a concerted effort to improve their offense this offseason. In addition to upgrading at head coach with Pete Carroll, the Raiders made a couple of splashes by drafting running back Ashton Jeanty and acquiring quarterback Geno […]

Austin Hooper Not on the Fantasy Radar for Week 1

New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper had a pleasantly surprising 2024 season, but he's not on the fantasy radar for the team's 2025 season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders. After all, Hooper is still the No. 2 tight end in New England and should continue to operate behind Hunter Henry. There will be […]

Hunter Henry a Borderline Top-12 Tight End for Week 1

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry should be considered as a viable option for your starting lineup in fantasy football. The veteran tight end had arguably the best season of his career last year, setting personal bests with 97 targets, 66 catches, and 674 yards despite sharing some of his volume with Austin Hooper. […]

Kayshon Boutte Not a Primary Option for Week 1

New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is technically listed as a starter on the team's unofficial depth chart, but he's expected to be the WR3 and is unlikely to carve out a significant role above Stefon Diggs, Hunter Henry, or DeMario Douglas. Furthermore, the Patriots could throw the football less now that they have […]

DeMario Douglas Not a Fantasy Starter in Week 1

New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas is not a worthwhile fantasy starter in Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Not only did the Raiders allow the 11th-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers last year, but Douglas is likely headed for a smaller role than last season now that Stefon Diggs has joined the […]

Stefon Diggs a Worthy Fantasy Starter in Week 1

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs will make his team debut during Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. The veteran receiver is expected to operate as the Patriots' WR1, providing plenty of support to second-year quarterback Drake Maye. The Raiders sneakily had an above-average pass defense last year, but Diggs should […]

Tre'Veyon Henderson Could Need a Big Play in Week 1

New England Patriots rookie running back Tre'Veyon Henderson might need a big play, such as a large run or touchdown, to be a worthwhile fantasy starter in Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. While Henderson is the franchise running back in New England, the Patriots will likely open the year with him operating as […]

Rhamondre Stevenson a Fine RB3 for Season Opener

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson remains a fine RB3/FLEX option for fantasy football heading into Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. While the writing is on the wall for rookie Tre'Veyon Henderson to eventually take over this backfield from Stevenson, the Patriots' unofficial depth chart lists Stevenson as its No. 1 running […]

Drake Maye Begins Second Season with Favorable Matchup

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye will open his second pro season against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Maye showed several flashes of potential last year, and there's optimism that his accurate passing skills and mobility could make him a fringe top-12 quarterback this year. He definitely has top-12 upside in Week 1 against […]

Should I Start TreVeyon Henderson, Kaleb Johnson, Dylan Sampson? Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie RBs (2025)

The 2025 NFL season is officially underway. Every week matters, which means it is crucial to nail your lineup decisions even in Week 1. Rookies are an excellent source of fantasy points if you can afford to embrace the risk. We have never seen these players perform at the NFL level and truly have no […]

Week 1 NFL DFS Cheat Sheet: Expert Picks and Lineups (Premium Content)

  All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to Week 1 of the NFL Season! Each week, I'll be bringing you our famous NFL DFS Cheat Sheet with expert research and picks for cash games and GPPs. Here are a few notes about the sheet. We are using 2024 data for […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Jaylen Warren, Jaylen Waddle, Xavier Worthy, David Montgomery, Matthew Golden, Garrett Wilson, DJ Moore, Travis Etienne, Deebo Samuel, Cooper Kupp

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 1 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like Jaylen Warren, Jaylen Waddle, Xavier Worthy, David Montgomery, Matthew Golden, Garrett Wilson, DJ Moore, Travis Etienne, Deebo Samuel, Cooper Kupp. But not to worry, we are here to help make these decisions […]

Patriots Rule Out Christian Gonzalez in Week 1

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has ruled out cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hamstring) for the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN. Additionally, left tackle Will Campbell (ankle) is questionable. Gonzalez was not able to practice at all this week and could also be […]

NFL DFS Picks for Week 1 - FanDuel Top Plays, Value Picks for Daily Fantasy Football Lineups (2025)

After an eventful offseason, the 2025 campaign began with an NFC East clash between the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys. On Friday, it’s an extra day of football, with the Kansas City Chiefs meeting the Los Angeles Chargers in Brazil.   For those who aren’t into single-game DFS contests, the […]

Should I Start Kyle Williams, Dont'e Thornton, Elic Ayomanor? Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlooks for Rookie WRs

Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season has finally arrived. After months of preparation, it's now time for the real work to begin. Even though we are only in Week 1, experienced fantasy managers know how important a fast start is. That means redraft and dynasty football managers must carefully analyze each start/sit decision. Over […]

Fantasy Football Injured Reserve (IR) Tracker: Week 1 Injury Updates for Brandon Aiyuk, Joe Mixon, Jalen Coker, Christian Watson, Jalen McMillan

The 2025 NFL season is here, but not every player who will impact fantasy leagues this season is going to be in action this weekend. Fantasy managers need to be mindful of players who are currently injured but have a chance to return before the end of the year. Players who have been placed on […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Likely to Lead Patriots in Carries in Week 1?

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson "will likely lead the team in carries" in the opener against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Chad Graff of The Athletic. In the same article, Graff predicts that it's "only a matter of time" before rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson takes over the team's RB1 role, so […]

NFL Week 1 Predictions: Picks and Analysis for Every Football Game

Hello, football fans! The wait has been long enough, so I won't bore you with a long, winding introduction. NFL football is back, ladies and gentlemen! We've got football, that's right real, NFL football this week! We kick things off with a Thursday night divisional clash between the Eagles and Cowboys, followed by a Friday […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Rome Odunze, Nick Chubb, Breece Hall, DJ Moore, Jameson Williams, Courtland Sutton, Jakobi Meyers, Jerry Jeudy, Travis Hunter, Stefon Diggs, JK Dobbins

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 1 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like Rome Odunze, Nick Chubb, Breece Hall, DJ Moore, Jameson Williams, Courtland Sutton, Jakobi Meyers, Jerry Jeudy, Travis Hunter, Stefon Diggs, JK Dobbins. But not to worry, we are here to help make […]

Kayshon Boutte Projects to Start for Patriots

ESPN's Mike Reiss writes that New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte projects to start alongside Stefon Diggs and slot man DeMario Douglas going into Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders, with nine-year veteran Mack Hollins next on the depth chart. Rookies Kyle Williams and Efton Chism III will provide additional depth. Boutte may […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Calvin Ridley, Emeka Egbuka, Ricky Pearsall, Tetairoa Mcmillan, Treveyon Henderson, Omarion Hampton, RJ Harvey, Jerome Ford, Isiah Pacheco, Tyrone Tracy

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 1 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like Calvin Ridley, Emeka Egbuka, Ricky Pearsall, Tetairoa McMillan, TreVeyon Henderson, Omarion Hampton, RJ Harvey, Jerome Ford, Isiah Pacheco, Tyrone Tracy. But not to worry, we are here to help make these decisions […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 1? Dak Prescott, George Pickens, Javonte Williams, Jaydon Blue, Miles Sanders, Dallas Goedert, DeVonta Smith, Jake Ferguson, AJ Brown, Jalen Tolbert, Jake Elliott

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 1 fantasy football lineup decisions are regarding players like Dak Prescott, George Pickens, Javonte Williams, Jaydon Blue, Miles Sanders, Dallas Goedert, DeVonta Smith, Jake Ferguson, AJ Brown, Jalen Tolbert, Jake Elliott. But not to worry, we are here to help make […]

Quarterback (QB) Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 1 (2025)

The time for talking is done. The 2025 NFL season is here, as the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles get it all started this Thursday. I hope you have all put in your two-week notices with your significant others as football takes center stage until next February. With every new NFL season comes new […]

Tight End (TE) Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 1 (2025)

Welcome back, RotoBaller family. The 2025 season is officially here, and so are your weekly starts and sits analysis at each position. The wait is finally over, and we are excited to get back to the weekly grind, breaking each position down and providing the fantasy analysis to help you win your weekly matchups. With […]

Fantasy Football WR Injury Reports: Week 1 Updates For Justin Jefferson, A.J. Brown, Tyreek Hill, Tetairoa McMillan, Stefon Diggs

We're so, so close to the start of the 2025 NFL season. After what seems like an eternity of waiting, the season opener between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys is rapidly approaching, and the first full Sunday slate of games will come just a few days later. Football is a tough sport to play […]

NFL QB Power Rankings: All 32 Starting Quarterbacks for Week 1 Football (2025)

The NFL regular season has arrived, and every starting quarterback across the league is set. We can finally stop projecting quarterback battles and jump into the ever-evolving power rankings. This season, there are no Week 1 quarterbacks who feel flat-out terrible. Everyone has somewhat of a shot to succeed, which is rare in a league […]

Christian Gonzalez Still Not Practicing

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (hamstring) remains out of practice on Thursday, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN. Gonzalez's continued absenc puts his status for the season opener on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders in more doubt. If Gonzalez does not play in Week 1, which is becoming more and more likely, Alex […]

Week 1 Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings: Brandon Aubrey, Jake Elliott, Cameron Dicker, Wil Lutz, Tyler Bass, Matt Gay, Cam Little, Jake Moody, more

Fantasy football kickers matter more than some people think, as they can be and often are the difference between winning and losing matchups. If you're looking for the top fantasy kicker options this week, we've got you covered with our Week 1 fantasy football kicker rankings for 2025. In the rankings table below, you'll see where […]