.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Luck 100 economic solutions provider, currently residing my aspiration creating fantasy and sporting activities wagering material regarding the NFL, NBA, and also WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Jacksonville Jaguars pass receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed remarkable NFL debuts, however a number of other extremely boasted rookies failed to live up to high-rise expectations.What statistical tidbits must you know from the 1st full week of activity, and which novices need to you enjoy very closely away on out?Let's look at the biggest takeaways coming from the novices in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the round through the sky however was actually particularly strong on the ground vs. Tampa florida Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 dream factors in his debut were impressive, many thanks mainly to his hurrying ability. He wound up with the second-most rushing backyards through a quarterback in an NFL launching since 1950 and also became the initial QB ever before to rush for 80 yards and also 2 touchdowns in his first game. Nevertheless, he performed have some difficulty as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unanticipated provided his outstanding university stats. He is actually the only gamer in FBS past history along with 12,000 occupation passing yards and also 3,000 hurrying gardens. He rarely sought deep tosses, averaging simply 2.0 air gardens every conclusion, compared to 8.4 sky yards per fulfillment at LSU last period. For Full week 2 against the Giants, he's seeming like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% began) It's time to start your fantasy regulation football seasonCreate an organization as well as personalize organization dimension, slashing and also regulations to play in the league you want to play in.Create a game today!This wasn't the debut dream supervisors were actually anticipating coming from Williams. He didn't toss a goal and his 3.2 backyards per effort were actually the 2nd most reasonable by a first-round choice in their debut (minimum required 15 attempts) in NFL history. Plus, 31% of his tosses got out intended versus the Titans. For situation, that's the most awful through a Bears QB because Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target price in Full week 1 of the 2020 period. While Williams did come along as the second one-half went on, the Bears' outburst do with only 148 total lawns. That's the least by any sort of crew in a season-opening gain since the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely strengthen along with each activity, but for right now, he is actually additional of a QB2 than the QB1 our company hoped for. The Bears take a trip to Houston to tackle the Texans in Week 2, which should show to be a hard matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had an outlining versus the Seahawks, with his fantasy functionality restored only through his rushing lawns. He balanced a bad 6.2 sky yards every effort as well as just 2.7 sky yards every completion. Sure, the Seahawks possess an accomplished secondary, yet Nix's market value is actually much higher in deeper superflex leagues right now. For Week 2 versus the Steelers, he's appearing like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye watched coming from the sidelines as the Patriots managed an upset against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a video game manager and finished with 8.0 imagination factors. The Patriots' longest play was just 17 lawns. Keep Maye on your check out listing as New England takes on the Seahawks in Full week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened eyes when he broke cost-free for a 31-yard run in his NFL launching. Radiation Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa florida Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving had 11 contacts against the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The rookie from Oregon's 31-yard operate showcased his quickness. White's strong point is his getting potential, as well as he operated 19 routes, compared with Irving's 7. It'll interest enjoy just how the rookie's part grows in the happening weeks, as each Irving and White overshadowed 75 backyards coming from skirmish against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% began) Benson had simply three hurrying tries against the Costs. It is actually also worth noting that Emari Demercado operated as the Cardinals' third-down back. However, there is actually a positive side. James Conner finished with 19 styles. If Conner skips opportunity, Benson would immediately leap onto the RB2 radar. We'll observe if the rookie obtains additional contacts versus the Los Angeles Rams in Full Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually beginning the time on the PUP/NFI listing as he bounces back coming from the torn ACL he experienced last Nov at Texas. This means he'll be actually out for at the very least the initial 4 video games. The Panthers had a sketching versus the Saints on Sunday, dropping through 37 aspects, the fifth-largest margin of triumph in a period opener between department rivals in the final 50 years. Chuba Hubbard had only 6 rushing attempts in that activity. With the offense looking awful, it's certainly not fantastic news for those stowing away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo grass Bills (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis possessed simply four contacts versus the Cardinals. He is actually certainly not a large aspect of the Bills' outburst yet. But if James Chef, that had 22 contacts, skips time, Davis could end up being much more applicable in fantasy. The Bills face the Dolphins in Week 2. Maintain Davis on your check out list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright was inactive (coach's decision) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 activity against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and also Raheem Mostert discussed backfield responsibilities. Achane finished the video game with 17 touches and also 23.0 imagination points. For Wright to come to be fantasy pertinent, he 'd require either Achane or Mostert to skip time. Our company'll see if he makes his NFL debut Thursday evening against the Buffalo Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's shocking to observe Ronnie Rivers in advance of Corum on the Rams' intensity chart. A lot of presumed the Rams made Corum 83rd general to assist lighten Kyren Williams' tons, particularly given that they possess similar capability. Corum took care of 505 rushing tries in his last two periods at Michigan, proving he can handle a massive work. Most definitely a situation worth watching on, yet it's secure to say this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum supervisors were wanting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Bay Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered into Friday evening's activity versus the Eagles specified as dubious. He missed Tuesday's strategy and also was confined Wednesday as well as Thursday due to that unpleasant hamstring personal injury. Unless Josh Jacobs, that had 18 contacts versus the Eagles, misses out on opportunity, Lloyd probably won't possess much imagination relevance. I'm also regarded about the Packers' offending product line. Jacobs was actually acquiring struck at or even behind the line of skirmish way frequently on Friday evening. Keep Lloyd on your view listing as the Packers plan for the Colts in Full week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing backyards are one of the most through a Chargers player since Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Week 5 of the 2022 period against the Browns. As well as he did it on only 10 efforts! This definitely highlights the ability of what Vidal might give the table if either Dobbins or even Gus Edwards misses time in Greg Roman's run-heavy outburst. The sixth-rounder out of Troy loafed in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. looked pleasant in his expert launching, giving Trevor Lawrence yet another big-play choice. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% started) Worthy maximized his three touches, do with 20.8 fantasy factors against the Ravens final Thursday. It's logical to question whether such development may be preserved with only three contacts. While it is actually unlikely, there are some encouraging indications. Worthy functioned 23 options, mostly drawbacks, and also played 36 pops, which are amounts not far off from Rashee Rice. A lot of his pops originated from 11 personnel, showing he was associated with the offense. Worthwhile can be looked at a WR4 along with WR3 upside up until Noblewoman Brown returns from his shoulder injury. The Chiefs are readied to encounter the Bengals in Week 2, therefore watch on exactly how involved Worthwhile remains in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, courses operate as well as receiving backyards. but Thomas had not been much responsible for. He delivered an outstanding debut with 14.7 dream points, featuring his 1st NFL goal. Final period at LSU, he led the FBS along with 17 getting goals. That is actually the third very most in university past, right responsible for Ja'Marr Pursuit (20) as well as Justin Jefferson (18) from 2019. Thomas looked thus really good, he can eventually go beyond Christian Kirk in the hierarchy. He's securely on the flex radar heading right into Full week 2 against the Browns.Malik Nabers, Nyc Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson amazed numerous through completed with more aim ats (12) and also receptions (6) than Nabers, who possessed merely 5 aim ats. Nabers did take care of to nose out Robinson in obtaining gardens, completed with 66. As a matter of fact, this was actually one of the most receiving backyards through a Giants gamer creating his launching due to the fact that Darius Slayton in 2019. Nonetheless, the bigger worry is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, that balanced just 4.4 yards every elapsed try as well as had his 20th video game with multiple turnovers. This could possibly harm the novice's possibility. For Full week 2, Nabers could be considered as a flex alternative against a vulnerable Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the launching fantasy managers were wishing for from the highest-drafted rookie pass receiver in ESPN organizations over the past 20 years. Harrison ended the game along with merely 4 obtaining gardens, the fewest in a launching through a wide receiver enjoyed the leading five because Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals skill-set setting players in each snaps as well as transmits run. Nevertheless, Kyler Murray possessed an uncommonly challenging video game, averaging merely 2.9 air backyards per completion. It's also worth taking note that Harrison operated merely 11 courses against man coverage and was actually not targeted. A lot better times are on the perspective for this gifted recipient. Harrison is strongly on the WR2 radar for Week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% began) Williams possessed a bumpy ride associating with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver group. Odunze had simply 4 intendeds, which was actually a setback compared to Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's 8. Yet allow's dig a little bit of deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), as well as Odunze (forty five) were actually fairly enclose pops participated in. The very same selects routes run: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and Odunze (26 ). Therefore, while Odunze didn't obtain as several looks this moment, he is actually still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Bills (84.8% rostered, 10.2% started) Despite the fact that Coleman really did not rack up a goal like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still produced a sturdy perception. The newbie led the crew in pops, options operate, targets, receivings and obtaining yards against the Arizona Cardinals. One more thing to details is that when the Bills remained in 11 staffs, Coleman, Hollins and also Shakir were on the area with each other a lot. In 12 workers, it was primarily Coleman and Hollins. This is certainly encouraging for those who possess Coleman on their fantasy staffs. He's a solid flex option in Full week 2 versus the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers with seven aim ats and 39 receiving lawns versus the Raiders on Sunday. He managed to save his dream time with an overdue touchdown in Los Angeles' run-heavy outburst. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't inquired to do a lot, balancing merely 5.5 yards every successfully pass try. If this style continues, it might limit McConkey's imagination roof. Nevertheless, he's still on the flex radar for Week 2, particularly due to the fact that the Panthers' protection merely got torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa fl Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and directs operate, but he possessed simply 3 aim ats. On the bright side, he racked up a 32-yard getting goal. McMillan has thickened his spot as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, and also he could possibly come to be even more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or even Chris Godwin overlook time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' pass receiver rotation is pretty fluid, with everybody observing an identical variety of snaps versus the Bengals on Sunday. Having said that, Polk possessed just one target. Maintain him on your watch listing, but he shouldn't remain in your schedules against the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't lots of positives for the Panthers on Sunday, however one was actually Legette leading the group in targets. He likewise participated in notable pops. The Panthers' pass receiver rotation is five deep at this moment, so it's tough to feel confident in any one of all of them, especially given exactly how Bryce Young conducted versus the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in as well as routes operate program he possessed a limited part, even with obtaining 5 aim ats. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually probably to always keep a high aim at portion. Mitchell's job could reduce when Josh Downs gains coming from trauma, thus he ought to remain on your view checklist. Bear in mind, the Colts may not be counted on to be a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's field gave imagination managers hope that McCaffrey could improve as the Commanders' No. 2 receiver. Week 1 revealed that this will not be the case. The snaps and also courses have actually been actually expanded between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and also Olamide Zaccheaus. It is actually certainly not an optimal circumstance, and it is difficult to observe Daniels assisting greater than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers instantly revealed that he is among the Raiders' best options in the passing activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% started) Bowers led the Raiders in targets (8 ), meaning a considerable duty in Sin city' offense this year. Nevertheless, he's still dividing pops with fellow cramping side Michael Mayer. The wonderful information is that Bowers is actually managing nearly as several courses (26) as Davante Adams (34) and Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The rookie can be deemed a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.