.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Fortune 100 monetary services company, now residing my dream generating dream and also sporting activities wagering content regarding the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and also Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed excellent NFL debuts, yet a number of various other extremely touted newbies didn't live up to high-rise expectations.What analytical bits must you recognize coming from the first week of activity, and also which newbies ought to you see closely hence on out?Let's look at the most significant takeaways coming from the novices in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the sphere by means of the sky but was especially sturdy on the ground vs. Tampa fl Bay. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% started) Daniels' 28.1 imagination aspects in his launching were impressive, thanks greatly to his hurrying potential. He wound up along with the second-most hurrying yards through a quarterback in an NFL launching due to the fact that 1950 and also ended up being the very first QB ever to rush for 80 backyards and two goals in his very first video game. However, he did have some problem as a passer against the Buccaneers, which was unanticipated provided his remarkable university statistics. He is actually the only player in FBS past with 12,000 profession passing gardens as well as 3,000 rushing yards. He hardly sought deep-seated tosses, averaging only 2.0 sky gardens per finalization, compared to 8.4 sky backyards every conclusion at LSU last season. For Full week 2 against the Giants, he's appearing like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% began) It is actually opportunity to start your fantasy regulation football seasonCreate a league as well as customize game size, scoring and also rules to play in the league you desire to play in.Create a league today!This had not been the debut fantasy supervisors were actually anticipating coming from Williams. He failed to throw a touchdown and also his 3.2 backyards per try were actually the 2nd most reasonable through a first-round selection in their debut (lowest 15 tries) in NFL record. Plus, 31% of his tosses got out target versus the Titans. For circumstance, that's the worst by a Bears QB due to the fact that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target price in Week 1 of the 2020 time. While Williams carried out come along as the second one-half went on, the Bears' offense finished with merely 148 overall yards. That is actually the least through any sort of crew in a season-opening win due to the fact that the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely improve along with each video game, but also for today, he's even more of a QB2 than the QB1 our team hoped for. The Bears journey to Houston to tackle the Texans in Week 2, which ought to show to become a tough matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix possessed a rough outing against the Seahawks, along with his imagination performance restored just through his rushing backyards. He averaged an unsatisfactory 6.2 air yards every try as well as only 2.7 air yards every conclusion. Sure, the Seahawks have a gifted additional, but Nix's worth is actually greater in much deeper superflex leagues at this moment. For Full week 2 versus the Steelers, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye watched coming from the sidelines as the Patriots managed a disturbed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was an activity manager as well as finished with 8.0 imagination aspects. The Patriots' lengthiest play was just 17 yards. Always keep Maye on your check out listing as New England handles the Seahawks in Week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he damaged totally free for a 31-yard jog in his NFL launching. Radiation Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa florida Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% started) Irving possessed 11 contacts versus the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The rookie from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his quickness. White's strong point is his acquiring potential, and also he operated 19 options, compared with Irving's seven. It'll interest enjoy just how the rookie's task develops in the happening weeks, as both Irving and also White overshadowed 75 gardens from skirmish against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed only 3 hurrying tries against the Expenses. It's also worth keeping in mind that Emari Demercado operated as the Cardinals' third-down back. However, there is actually a break in the clouds. James Conner finished with 19 touches. If Conner overlooks opportunity, Benson would immediately hop onto the RB2 radar. Our team'll see if the rookie acquires more touches versus the Los Angeles Rams in Full Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is beginning the period on the PUP/NFI listing as he recoups from the torn ACL he endured last November at Texas. This means he'll be actually out for a minimum of the 1st four activities. The Panthers had an outlining versus the Saints on Sunday, shedding through 37 factors, the fifth-largest margin of triumph in a time opener in between department rivals in the final 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed simply 6 rushing tries during that video game. With the offense looking awful, it's certainly not fantastic information for those tucking away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Costs (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis had merely 4 touches against the Cardinals. He is actually not a big component of the Expenses' outburst however. However if James Prepare, that had 22 touches, skips time, Davis can become more pertinent in fantasy. The Expenses encounter the Dolphins in Week 2. Maintain Davis on your check out list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright was inactive (instructor's selection) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 game against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert discussed backfield responsibilities. Achane ended the game along with 17 touches and also 23.0 dream points. For Wright to become imagination appropriate, he would certainly need either Achane or even Mostert to miss time. We'll view if he creates his NFL launching Thursday night against the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's unexpected to view Ronnie Rivers in advance of Corum on the Rams' deepness chart. A lot of thought the Rams prepared Corum 83rd general to aid reduce Kyren Williams' load, specifically given that they possess similar capability. Corum managed 505 rushing efforts in his final pair of seasons at Michigan, proving he can take care of a heavy work. Certainly a circumstance worth keeping an eye on, however it's safe and secure to mention this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum supervisors were hoping to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Eco-friendly Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday night's activity versus the Eagles listed as dubious. He skipped Tuesday's practice as well as was confined Wednesday as well as Thursday due to that unpleasant hamstring injury. Unless Josh Jacobs, who had 18 contacts against the Eagles, misses out on opportunity, Lloyd perhaps won't possess much imagination significance. I am actually also involved concerning the Packers' repulsive series. Jacobs was acquiring reached at or behind the line of scrimmage means regularly on Friday night. Always keep Lloyd on your check out listing 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 the absolute most by a Chargers gamer due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 backyards in Full week 5 of the 2022 time against the Browns. And he did it on simply 10 efforts! This actually highlights the potential of what Vidal could possibly give the desk if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards overlooks attend Greg Roman's run-heavy outburst. The sixth-rounder away from Troy loafed in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. looked comfortable in his pro debut, providing Trevor Lawrence one more big-play option. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Worthwhile took advantage of his three contacts, finishing with 20.8 imagination aspects versus the Ravens final Thursday. It's logical to examine whether such production could be maintained with only three contacts. While it is actually improbable, there are actually some stimulating signs. Worthwhile operated 23 paths, mainly troubles, and played 36 breaks, which are actually varieties not far off coming from Rashee Rice. The majority of his snaps came from 11 workers, presenting he was actually associated with the outburst. Worthwhile might be considered a WR4 with WR3 upside up until Marquise Brown come backs coming from his shoulder trauma. The Chiefs are readied to face the Bengals in Week 2, therefore watch on just how involved Worthy is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in breaks, options operate and acquiring yards. yet Thomas wasn't much responsible for. He supplied an excellent launching along with 14.7 fantasy points, featuring his 1st NFL goal. Final season at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 acquiring goals. That is actually the 3rd most in college history, right behind Ja'Marr Pursuit (20) and Justin Jefferson (18) from 2019. Thomas appeared thus great, he might eventually outperform Christian Kirk in the pecking order. He's strongly on the flex radar heading in to Week 2 against the Browns.Malik Nabers, New York Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% started) Wan' Dale Robinson amazed lots of by finishing with additional intendeds (12) and also events (6) than Nabers, that had only 5 aim ats. Nabers carried out deal with to nose out Robinson in obtaining lawns, do with 66. As a matter of fact, this was actually the most getting yards through a Giants player creating his launching because Darius Slayton in 2019. Nevertheless, the larger problem is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, who averaged simply 4.4 yards every elapsed attempt and possessed his 20th activity with various turn overs. This could injure the newbie's ability. For Week 2, Nabers can be considered as a flex alternative against an at risk Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% started) This isn't the debut dream managers were expecting from the highest-drafted newbie wide receiver in ESPN games over the past twenty years. Harrison ended the game along with simply 4 receiving yards, the least in a debut through a pass receiver absorbed the top five due to the fact that Desmond Howard in 1992. The bright side? Harrison led the Cardinals skill-set posture gamers in each breaks and also directs operate. Having Said That, Kyler Murray possessed an abnormally difficult activity, averaging just 2.9 air backyards every completion. It's likewise worth noting that Harrison managed only 11 routes against guy protection and also was actually not targeted. Much better days are actually on the horizon for this proficient recipient. Harrison is actually firmly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% started) Williams possessed a tough time connecting with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver team. Odunze had just four targets, which was a setback compared to Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's eight. Yet allow's dig a little much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), as well as Odunze (forty five) were in fact quite approach pops participated in. The very same goes for paths operate: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and Odunze (26 ). So, while Odunze really did not receive as numerous looks this time around, he's still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Grass Bills (84.8% rostered, 10.2% began) Even though Coleman failed to score a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or Mack Hollins, he still created a sturdy impression. The novice led the staff in breaks, courses run, aim ats, receptions and getting gardens against the Arizona Cardinals. Yet another factor to details is actually that when the Expenses resided in 11 workers, Coleman, Hollins as well as Shakir were on the area with each other a lot. In 12 employees, it was mostly Coleman and Hollins. This is undoubtedly promising for those who have Coleman on their fantasy crews. He is actually a solid flex alternative in Week 2 against the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% began) McConkey led the Chargers along with seven intendeds and also 39 obtaining gardens versus the Raiders on Sunday. He handled to save his imagination day with an overdue goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had not been asked to accomplish much, averaging only 5.5 gardens per pass effort. If this style proceeds, it might restrict McConkey's fantasy roof. However, he is actually still on the flex radar for Full week 2, particularly because the Panthers' protection just received torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa florida Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and transmits operate, but he had merely three intendeds. On the silver lining, he racked up a 32-yard acquiring goal. McMillan has actually hardened his place as the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver, and he might become even more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or even Chris Godwin miss out on time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver turning is actually rather fluid, along with everybody seeing a comparable amount of snaps versus the Bengals on Sunday. Nevertheless, Polk had only one aim at. Keep him on your watch listing, however he shouldn't remain in your lineups 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, but one was Legette leading the staff in targets. He likewise played substantial breaks. The Panthers' wide receiver turning is actually five deeper today, so it is difficult to feel confident in any of all of them, particularly given how Bryce Young conducted against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in and also routes run series he had a restricted job, regardless of acquiring five targets. Michael Pittman Jr. is likely to maintain a high target allotment. Mitchell's duty might diminish when Josh Downs yields from injury, so he must stay on your watch listing. Keep in mind, the Colts aren't anticipated to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's business offered fantasy supervisors hope that McCaffrey might improve as the Leaders' No. 2 recipient. Week 1 revealed that this will not be the case. The pops and also routes have actually been actually expanded in between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus. It's certainly not a perfect condition, and also it is difficult to find Daniels assisting much more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers quickly demonstrated that he is among the Raiders' top possibilities in the passing away activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in intendeds (8 ), hinting at a significant job in Las Vegas' outburst this year. However, he's still breaking snaps along with fellow tight end Michael Mayer. The terrific headlines is that Bowers is managing virtually as a lot of paths (26) as Davante Adams (34) as well as Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie may be deemed a low-end TE1 in Week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.