.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Luck 100 monetary solutions company, right now residing my aspiration generating fantasy and also sports betting information about the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed impressive NFL debuts, however several various other strongly promoted novices really did not measure up to high-rise expectations.What statistical pieces should you know from the first full week of activity, and also which rookies must you see carefully hence on out?Let's look at the largest takeaways coming from the rookies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels relocated the round with the air yet was particularly solid on the ground vs. Tampa fl Bay. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% started) Daniels' 28.1 fantasy factors in his launching went over, thanks mostly to his rushing capacity. He found yourself along with the second-most hurrying gardens by a quarterback in an NFL debut given that 1950 and also became the 1st QB ever to hurry for 80 backyards as well as two touchdowns in his very first video game. Having said that, he performed possess some problem as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unexpected given his excellent university statistics. He is actually the only player in FBS background with 12,000 career passing backyards and 3,000 rushing lawns. He hardly sought deep-seated throws, averaging simply 2.0 sky lawns per conclusion, compared with 8.4 air yards per conclusion at LSU last time. For Week 2 versus the Giants, he is actually resembling a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% began) It's opportunity to start your fantasy soccer seasonCreate an organization as well as personalize organization dimension, slashing and also policies to play in the organization you intend to play in.Create a league today!This wasn't the debut dream managers were actually expecting coming from Williams. He didn't toss a goal and also his 3.2 gardens per effort were the 2nd most competitive by a first-round selection in their launching (lowest 15 tries) in NFL history. Additionally, 31% of his tosses got out target against the Titans. For context, that's the most awful by a Bears QB considering that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target fee in Week 1 of the 2020 season. While Williams carried out show improvement as the second half happened, the Bears' outburst do with merely 148 total yards. That's the least through any sort of staff in a season-opening succeed because the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely improve with each activity, however, for right now, he's additional of a QB2 than the QB1 our experts anticipated. The Bears travel to Houston to tackle the Texans in Week 2, which should prove to become a hard matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had a rough outing versus the Seahawks, with his dream efficiency salvaged only by his rushing lawns. He averaged a bad 6.2 sky backyards per try and just 2.7 sky gardens per finalization. Certain, the Seahawks have a talented additional, but Nix's worth is actually much higher in much deeper superflex organizations at the moment. For Week 2 against the Steelers, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye watched from the side projects as the Patriots managed an upset versus the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was a video game manager and also finished with 8.0 fantasy points. The Patriots' lengthiest play was actually only 17 backyards. Always keep Maye on your check out checklist as New England tackles the Seahawks in Week 2. Operating backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he damaged free for a 31-yard run in his NFL debut. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa fl Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% started) Irving possessed 11 contacts versus the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The rookie coming from Oregon's 31-yard operate showcased his explosiveness. White's strength is his obtaining capacity, as well as he managed 19 paths, compared to Irving's 7. It'll interest see how the novice's duty advances in the coming full weeks, as each Irving as well as White shrouded 75 yards coming from scrimmage against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed just three hurrying tries versus the Costs. It is actually likewise worth keeping in mind that Emari Demercado operated as the Cardinals' third-down back. Having said that, there is actually a blue sky. James Conner finished with 19 styles. If Conner skips time, Benson would promptly leap onto the RB2 radar. Our company'll find if the rookie acquires even more touches versus the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is beginning the season on the PUP/NFI checklist as he recuperates from the torn ACL he suffered final November at Texas. This implies he'll be out for at least the initial 4 games. The Panthers possessed a drafting versus the Saints on Sunday, dropping by 37 points, the fifth-largest frame of success in a period opener between division rivals in the final 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed only six hurrying tries during that activity. Along with the outburst looking terrible, it is actually certainly not great headlines for those stowing away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Expenses (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis had only four touches against the Cardinals. He's certainly not a huge part of the Bills' offense however. However if James Prepare, that had 22 touches, overlooks time, Davis might end up being more pertinent in dream. The Expenses face the Dolphins in Week 2. Keep Davis on your check out list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright loafed (instructor's choice) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 game against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert discussed backfield responsibilities. Achane finished the game along with 17 touches as well as 23.0 dream points. For Wright to come to be dream pertinent, he would certainly need to have either Achane or Mostert to miss out on time. Our experts'll see if he makes his NFL launching Thursday night versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It is actually unexpected to observe Ronnie Rivers in front of Corum on the Rams' depth chart. Many presumed the Rams drafted Corum 83rd general to help make lighter Kyren Williams' load, particularly because they possess similar skill sets. Corum handled 505 rushing efforts in his last 2 periods at Michigan, confirming he can handle a massive amount of work. Definitely a condition worth keeping an eye on, however it's secured to state this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum supervisors were wanting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Green Bay Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday night's activity versus the Eagles noted as questionable. He overlooked Tuesday's method as well as was limited Wednesday and Thursday because of that bothersome hamstring personal injury. Unless Josh Jacobs, who possessed 18 contacts against the Eagles, overlooks opportunity, Lloyd most likely will not possess a lot dream importance. I'm also concerned about the Packers' annoying series. Jacobs was actually obtaining reached at or even responsible for free throw line of scrimmage means frequently on Friday night. Always keep Lloyd on your watch checklist as the Packers get ready for the Colts in Week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing lawns are one of the most by a Chargers player due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Full week 5 of the 2022 time against the Browns. As well as he did it on merely 10 tries! This truly highlights the capacity of what Vidal might bring to the table if either Dobbins or even Gus Edwards overlooks attend Greg Roman's run-heavy outburst. The sixth-rounder away from Troy was inactive in the season-opener against the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. looked pleasant in his expert debut, providing Trevor Lawrence yet another big-play option. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% started) Worthy maximized his 3 contacts, do with 20.8 imagination aspects versus the Ravens last Thursday. It is actually understandable to examine whether such production could be preserved along with simply 3 touches. While it's unlikely, there are some stimulating indications. Worthwhile worked 23 options, largely hitches, and played 36 pops, which are actually numbers stone's throw off coming from Rashee Rice. Most of his snaps stemmed from 11 employees, presenting he was actually involved in the offense. Worthy might be taken into consideration a WR4 with WR3 upside till Noblewoman Brown returns coming from his shoulder accident. The Chiefs are actually set to encounter the Bengals in Full week 2, so watch on just how engaged Deserving is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% began) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in snaps, routes run and also getting yards. but Thomas had not been much behind. He delivered an excellent launching along with 14.7 dream points, featuring his very first NFL goal. Final time at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 acquiring goals. That is actually the 3rd very most in college background, right responsible for Ja'Marr Pursuit (twenty) and Justin Jefferson (18) from 2019. Thomas appeared therefore excellent, he can at some point exceed Christian Kirk in the hierarchy. He is actually strongly on the flex radar moving right into Full week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, The Big Apple Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% started) Wan' Dale Robinson amazed a lot of by completed with even more intendeds (12) as well as events (6) than Nabers, who possessed simply 5 targets. Nabers did manage to squeeze by Robinson in getting yards, do with 66. As a matter of fact, this was one of the most receiving backyards by a Giants gamer making his launching since Darius Slayton in 2019. Nonetheless, the bigger worry is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, that balanced only 4.4 lawns per elapsed effort and had his 20th video game with a number of turnovers. This could hurt the novice's ability. For Week 2, Nabers can be viewed as a flex option against a prone Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the debut dream supervisors were actually expecting coming from the highest-drafted newbie pass receiver in ESPN leagues over the past 20 years. Harrison ended the game along with only 4 obtaining yards, the fewest in a launching through a pass receiver enjoyed the best 5 due to the fact that Desmond Howard in 1992. The bright side? Harrison led the Cardinals skill placement players in each snaps and also transmits run. Nonetheless, Kyler Murray had an uncommonly challenging video game, averaging only 2.9 sky backyards per fulfillment. It's likewise worth keeping in mind that Harrison ran just 11 courses versus male insurance coverage and was not targeted. A lot better times are actually on the perspective for this talented receiver. Harrison is strongly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% began) Williams possessed a tough time associating with the Bears' much-hyped wide receiver group. Odunze had simply four intendeds, which was a frustration compared with Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's eight. But allow's probe a little much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and also Odunze (forty five) were actually rather close in pops played. The exact same goes with paths run: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and Odunze (26 ). Thus, while Odunze didn't obtain as numerous appearances this time, he's still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Costs (84.8% rostered, 10.2% started) Even though Coleman didn't rack up a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or Mack Hollins, he still made a sturdy perception. The novice led the team in pops, options operate, aim ats, receptions as well as acquiring gardens against the Arizona Cardinals. An additional factor to details is that when the Expenses resided in 11 employees, Coleman, Hollins and also Shakir got on the field together a lot. In 12 workers, it was actually mainly Coleman and also Hollins. This is definitely appealing for those that have Coleman on their imagination crews. He's a sound flex possibility in Full 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 managed to restore his fantasy time with an overdue goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy outburst. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't inquired to do considerably, averaging merely 5.5 yards per pass effort. If this trend proceeds, it might confine McConkey's dream roof. Having said that, he is actually still on the flex radar for Week 2, particularly considering that the Panthers' protection only obtained torched by the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps as well as transmits run, but he possessed merely 3 intendeds. On the silver lining, he scored a 32-yard acquiring touchdown. McMillan has actually strengthened his spot as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, and he could end up being a lot more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or even Chris Godwin overlook time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver turning is rather fluid, along with everyone observing a comparable variety of breaks against the Bengals on Sunday. Nevertheless, Polk possessed a single target. Maintain him on your watch list, yet he shouldn't reside in your schedules against the Seahawks in Week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't several positives for the Panthers on Sunday, but one was actually Legette leading the staff in intendeds. He additionally played significant breaks. The Panthers' wide receiver rotation is actually five deeper immediately, so it is difficult to feel great in any one of them, particularly given just how Bryce Youthful done versus the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in and also courses manage show he had a minimal role, even with getting five targets. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually most likely to maintain a high intended portion. Mitchell's function may reduce when Josh Downs profits coming from injury, thus he should remain on your watch list. Don't forget, the Colts may not be counted on to be a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's field provided dream managers wish that McCaffrey could possibly step up as the Leaders' No. 2 receiver. Full week 1 presented that this won't be the case. The snaps and also courses have actually been expanded between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown as well as Olamide Zaccheaus. It's not an excellent situation, and also it is difficult to find Daniels sustaining greater than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers quickly demonstrated that he's one of the Raiders' best alternatives in the death video game. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Sin City Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in aim ats (8 ), mentioning a considerable function in Sin city' offense this year. Nonetheless, he's still dividing pops with fellow cramping end Michael Mayer. The wonderful news is that Bowers is actually running almost as several courses (26) as Davante Adams (34) and Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie can be considered as a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens.