.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Luck 100 monetary services business, currently residing my aspiration generating dream and also sporting activities wagering information concerning the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and also Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed remarkable NFL debuts, yet numerous various other very touted novices really did not measure up to soaring expectations.What analytical tidbits ought to you understand coming from the 1st week of activity, and also which novices need to you see very closely from here on out?Let's check out at the largest takeaways coming from the novices in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the ball with the sky yet was actually specifically tough on the ground vs. Tampa florida Bay. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 dream factors in his launching went over, thanks largely to his rushing capability. He wound up along with the second-most hurrying lawns through a quarterback in an NFL launching given that 1950 and also came to be the 1st QB ever to rush for 80 backyards and pair of touchdowns in his first video game. Nevertheless, he did have some difficulty as a passer against the Buccaneers, which was actually unanticipated offered his impressive university stats. He is actually the only player in FBS past with 12,000 career passing gardens and also 3,000 hurrying lawns. He seldom sought deep-seated throws, balancing merely 2.0 air backyards every completion, compared with 8.4 sky backyards per conclusion at LSU final time. For Full week 2 versus the Giants, he's resembling a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% began) It's time to start your imagination soccer seasonCreate a game and also customize league dimension, slashing and regulations to play in the league you desire to participate in in.Create a league today!This wasn't the launching dream supervisors were actually hoping for coming from Williams. He failed to throw a touchdown as well as his 3.2 yards every try were actually the 2nd cheapest through a first-round pick in their debut (minimum required 15 tries) in NFL history. Additionally, 31% of his throws got out aim at versus the Titans. For situation, that's awful through a Bears QB given that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target price in Week 1 of the 2020 time. While Williams carried out come along as the second half went on, the Bears' outburst completed with simply 148 total gardens. That's the least through any type of crew in a season-opening gain considering that the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely improve with each video game, however, for now, he is actually more of a QB2 than the QB1 our experts expected. The Bears journey to Houston to take on the Texans in Week 2, which should confirm to be a tough matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix possessed a sketching against the Seahawks, along with his imagination functionality recovered just by his rushing lawns. He balanced a bad 6.2 air yards per try and just 2.7 air yards every conclusion. Sure, the Seahawks possess a skilled secondary, yet Nix's market value is greater in much deeper superflex games today. For Full week 2 versus the Steelers, he's resembling a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye viewed from the subsidiaries as the Patriots carried out a disturbed versus the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a game manager and also do with 8.0 imagination factors. The Patriots' longest play was actually only 17 yards. Keep Maye on your watch listing as New England tackles the Seahawks in Week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he damaged cost-free for a 31-yard run in his NFL debut. Radiation Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa florida Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving possessed 11 contacts versus the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The newbie coming from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his explosiveness. White's strong point is his receiving potential, and also he operated 19 options, compared to Irving's seven. It'll interest see how the novice's function develops in the happening full weeks, as each Irving and White eclipsed 75 gardens from skirmish versus Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed merely three rushing efforts versus the Costs. It's likewise worth noting that Emari Demercado functioned as the Cardinals' third-down spine. However, there's a blue sky. James Conner do with 19 touches. If Conner overlooks time, Benson will quickly jump onto the RB2 radar. We'll view if the newbie receives additional contacts against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually starting the time on the PUP/NFI list as he recovers from the torn ACL he experienced last November at Texas. This indicates he'll be out for a minimum of the initial 4 games. The Panthers possessed a drafting versus the Saints on Sunday, losing by 37 factors, the fifth-largest margin of triumph in a period opener between division competitors in the last 50 years. Chuba Hubbard had merely six hurrying attempts because video game. Along with the offense looking horrific, it is actually certainly not fantastic information for those stashing Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Expenses (14.2% rostered) Editor's PicksDavis possessed merely four contacts against the Cardinals. He is actually certainly not a big part of the Bills' outburst however. However if James Prepare, who possessed 22 contacts, misses time, Davis could become extra applicable in dream. The Expenses experience the Dolphins in Week 2. Keep Davis on your view list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright loafed (train's selection) for the Dolphins' Week 1 game against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane as well as Raheem Mostert discussed backfield roles. Achane finished the video game with 17 touches and also 23.0 fantasy points. For Wright to become fantasy applicable, he 'd need either Achane or even Mostert to overlook opportunity. Our company'll observe if he creates his NFL launching Thursday night versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It is actually surprising to see Ronnie Rivers in advance of Corum on the Rams' intensity graph. Many thought the Rams drafted Corum 83rd general to aid make lighter Kyren Williams' load, particularly considering that they possess comparable skill sets. Corum took care of 505 rushing efforts in his final 2 seasons at Michigan, proving he may deal with a heavy workload. Definitely a scenario worth watching on, yet it is actually safe and secure to mention this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum managers were planning to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Bay Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered into Friday evening's activity versus the Eagles detailed as questionable. He skipped Tuesday's practice and also was restricted Wednesday and Thursday due to that nagging hamstring trauma. Unless Josh Jacobs, who possessed 18 contacts versus the Eagles, skips opportunity, Lloyd possibly will not possess much dream significance. I am actually also regarded regarding the Packers' offensive collection. Jacobs was receiving hit at or responsible for free throw line of skirmish method regularly on Friday night. Maintain Lloyd on your watch list as the Packers prepare for the Colts in Week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing yards are one of the most by a Chargers gamer because Austin Ekeler's 173 lawns in Week 5 of the 2022 time versus the Browns. And also he did it on simply 10 efforts! This definitely highlights the possibility of what Vidal could possibly give the desk if either Dobbins or even Gus Edwards misses attend Greg Roman's run-heavy outburst. The sixth-rounder out of Troy was inactive in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. appeared comfortable in his expert debut, offering Trevor Lawrence another big-play alternative. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Deserving took advantage of his 3 touches, completed with 20.8 fantasy aspects versus the Ravens final Thursday. It is actually understandable to examine whether such development can be maintained along with merely three touches. While it is actually improbable, there are some stimulating indications. Worthwhile ran 23 routes, predominantly troubles, and also participated in 36 breaks, which are actually varieties not far off coming from Rashee Rice. Many of his pops stemmed from 11 employees, showing he was actually associated with the outburst. Worthwhile may be looked at a WR4 with WR3 upside until Marquise Brown profits coming from his shoulder injury. The Chiefs are actually readied to experience the Bengals in Full week 2, so keep an eye on exactly how engaged Deserving is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, routes operate and also receiving backyards. however Thomas wasn't far behind. He delivered an excellent launching along with 14.7 fantasy factors, including his very first NFL touchdown. Last time at LSU, he led the FBS along with 17 receiving goals. That is actually the 3rd most in institution record, right responsible for Ja'Marr Hunt (20) as well as Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas looked therefore excellent, he might eventually surpass Christian Kirk in the pecking order. He's firmly on the flex radar heading into Week 2 against the Browns.Malik Nabers, The Big Apple Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson amazed many through completed with even more aim ats (12) and celebrations (6) than Nabers, who possessed only 5 intendeds. Nabers carried out deal with to slip by Robinson in obtaining backyards, finishing with 66. Actually, this was one of the most obtaining yards by a Giants gamer creating his debut because Darius Slayton in 2019. Nonetheless, the bigger concern is quarterback Daniel Jones, who averaged only 4.4 lawns per successfully pass effort and had his 20th video game with several turn overs. This could injure the rookie's capacity. For Week 2, Nabers could be considered as a flex choice against a vulnerable Commanders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the launching dream managers were actually expecting coming from the highest-drafted newbie pass receiver in ESPN leagues over the past 20 years. Harrison finished the video game with only 4 getting yards, the least in a launching by a pass receiver enjoyed the leading 5 since Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals skill-set setting gamers in each pops and also routes operate. Nevertheless, Kyler Murray possessed an extraordinarily tough game, averaging just 2.9 sky backyards per conclusion. It's likewise worth noting that Harrison ran just 11 options against man insurance coverage and also was actually certainly not targeted. Much better days are actually on the perspective for this talented recipient. Harrison is securely on the WR2 radar for Week 2 against the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% began) Williams had a bumpy ride connecting with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver group. Odunze possessed simply 4 intendeds, which was actually a letdown compared to Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's 8. Yet let's probe a little deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and Odunze (forty five) were really fairly close in pops played. The exact same selects courses run: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and also Odunze (26 ). Thus, while Odunze really did not acquire as numerous appeals this time, he is actually still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Costs (84.8% rostered, 10.2% began) Even though Coleman really did not score a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still produced a tough perception. The rookie led the crew in breaks, options manage, intendeds, receivings as well as obtaining backyards against the Arizona Cardinals. One more trait to details is actually that when the Costs resided in 11 employees, Coleman, Hollins and Shakir got on the industry with each other a lot. In 12 staffs, it was actually generally Coleman and also Hollins. This is most definitely appealing for those who possess Coleman on their imagination teams. He is actually a strong flex option in Week 2 versus the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers along with seven targets and also 39 obtaining yards versus the Raiders on Sunday. He took care of to restore his fantasy day along with a late goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't inquired to perform considerably, averaging simply 5.5 backyards every elapsed try. If this pattern proceeds, it might restrict McConkey's imagination ceiling. However, he is actually still on the flex radar for Full week 2, particularly because the Panthers' defense just received torched by the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Bay Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps as well as directs run, yet he possessed simply 3 targets. On the silver lining, he racked up a 32-yard getting touchdown. McMillan has actually thickened his spot as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, as well as he could end up being a lot more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or even Chris Godwin miss time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver turning is actually quite fluid, along with everyone seeing a similar number of snaps against the Bengals on Sunday. Nonetheless, Polk possessed a single aim at. Keep him on your check out listing, yet he should not be in your lineups against the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't numerous positives for the Panthers on Sunday, yet one was actually Legette leading the group in aim ats. He likewise played notable snaps. The Panthers' pass receiver rotation is five deep at the moment, so it is difficult to feel confident in any one of all of them, specifically given how Bryce Youthful conducted versus the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in and also routes manage series he possessed a minimal function, in spite of acquiring 5 intendeds. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually likely to maintain a higher intended allotment. Mitchell's role might reduce when Josh Downs profits coming from accident, therefore he should remain on your watch list. Keep in mind, the Colts aren't anticipated to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's trade provided fantasy supervisors wish that McCaffrey could possibly boost as the Leaders' No. 2 recipient. Full week 1 revealed that this will not hold true. The breaks and also routes have actually been actually expanded in between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown as well as Olamide Zaccheaus. It is actually certainly not an excellent circumstance, and also it is difficult to find Daniels supporting much more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers quickly demonstrated that he is just one of the Raiders' best options in the death game. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Sin City Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in targets (8 ), meaning a notable task in Sin city' offense this year. Nonetheless, he's still splitting breaks with fellow tight end Michael Mayer. The fantastic headlines is that Bowers is running nearly as many paths (26) as Davante Adams (34) and Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The rookie could be deemed a low-end TE1 in Week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.