.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Luck one hundred financial solutions business, right now living my dream generating imagination and sporting activities wagering content regarding the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels as well as Jacksonville Jaguars pass receiver Brian Thomas Jr. had excellent NFL debuts, yet many various other highly boasted rookies didn't measure up to high-rise expectations.What statistical details ought to you recognize coming from the very first full week of action, and also which novices need to you see carefully away on out?Let's check out at the largest takeaways coming from the newbies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels relocated the sphere by means of the sky however was specifically strong on the ground vs. Tampa bay Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 imagination points in his debut were impressive, thanks largely to his hurrying capacity. He found yourself with the second-most rushing backyards through a quarterback in an NFL debut due to the fact that 1950 and ended up being the first QB ever to hurry for 80 gardens as well as pair of touchdowns in his initial video game. However, he carried out have some issue as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unanticipated provided his excellent college statistics. He's the only gamer in FBS history along with 12,000 career passing gardens and 3,000 rushing gardens. He hardly attempted deeper tosses, balancing only 2.0 air backyards every completion, compared to 8.4 sky lawns every fulfillment at LSU final season. For Full week 2 versus the Giants, he's seeming like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% started) It is actually time to start your dream regulation football seasonCreate an organization and also tailor organization dimension, scoring and also rules to play in the organization you want to play in.Create a game today!This wasn't the debut dream supervisors were expecting coming from Williams. He really did not toss a touchdown as well as his 3.2 lawns per attempt were the 2nd cheapest by a first-round selection in their debut (minimum 15 tries) in NFL background. Additionally, 31% of his tosses were off intended against the Titans. For circumstance, that's the worst through a Bears QB due to the fact that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target fee in Full week 1 of the 2020 season. While Williams carried out show improvement as the second one-half went on, the Bears' outburst completed with simply 148 complete gardens. That's the fewest through any kind of group in a season-opening succeed since the 1999 Giants. Williams is going to likely enhance with each video game, however, for today, he is actually more of a QB2 than the QB1 our team anticipated. The Bears travel to Houston to tackle the Texans in Full week 2, which ought to prove to become a complicated matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix possessed a rough outing against the Seahawks, along with his dream performance recovered simply through his rushing gardens. He averaged a bad 6.2 air backyards every attempt and also just 2.7 air yards per fulfillment. Sure, the Seahawks have a proficient additional, but Nix's worth is greater in much deeper superflex leagues now. For Full week 2 versus the Steelers, he's seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye seen coming from the subsidiaries as the Patriots carried out a disturbed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was a video game supervisor and finished with 8.0 dream points. The Patriots' longest play was actually simply 17 lawns. Keep Maye on your view checklist as New England takes on the Seahawks in Full week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened eyes when he cracked totally free for a 31-yard jog in his NFL launching. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa bay Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% started) Irving had 11 contacts versus the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The rookie from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his volatility. White's forte is his obtaining capability, and also he managed 19 courses, compared with Irving's 7. It'll be interesting to see exactly how the newbie's function progresses in the happening weeks, as each Irving as well as White eclipsed 75 lawns from scrimmage versus Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed merely 3 hurrying efforts against the Costs. It is actually also worth noting that Emari Demercado ran as the Cardinals' third-down spine. Nonetheless, there's a break in the clouds. James Conner do with 19 touches. If Conner overlooks time, Benson will promptly leap onto the RB2 radar. Our company'll see if the newbie obtains even more touches versus the Los Angeles Rams in Full Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually starting the time on the PUP/NFI checklist as he bounces back coming from the torn ACL he experienced last Nov at Texas. This indicates he'll be out for at least the very first 4 activities. The Panthers possessed a rough outing against the Saints on Sunday, losing through 37 aspects, the fifth-largest margin of victory in a period opener between branch opponents in the final half a century. Chuba Hubbard possessed merely six hurrying tries in that activity. Along with the outburst looking dreadful, it is actually not wonderful headlines for those stashing Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Costs (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis possessed just 4 contacts versus the Cardinals. He is actually not a huge aspect of the Costs' offense however. However if James Chef, who had 22 touches, overlooks time, Davis could end up being even more pertinent in fantasy. The Costs experience the Dolphins in Week 2. Maintain Davis on your view list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright was inactive (trainer's selection) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 activity against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert discussed backfield roles. Achane ended the activity along with 17 touches and also 23.0 imagination points. For Wright to become dream applicable, he would certainly need either Achane or even Mostert to overlook opportunity. Our team'll observe if he creates his NFL debut Thursday evening against the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's unexpected to see Ronnie Rivers in advance of Corum on the Rams' depth graph. Lots of thought the Rams made Corum 83rd general to assist lighten Kyren Williams' tons, specifically because they possess identical ability. Corum dealt with 505 rushing attempts in his last 2 seasons at Michigan, showing he can take care of a heavy amount of work. Certainly a condition worth watching on, but it's protected to mention this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum managers were wanting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered into Friday night's game against the Eagles detailed as dubious. He skipped Tuesday's technique as well as was actually confined Wednesday and Thursday because of that bothersome hamstring accident. Unless Josh Jacobs, who possessed 18 contacts against the Eagles, overlooks time, Lloyd possibly won't possess much fantasy importance. I am actually additionally regarded concerning the Packers' annoying line. Jacobs was acquiring attacked at or even behind free throw line of scrimmage way too often on Friday night. Always keep Lloyd on your watch listing as the Packers organize the Colts in Week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing yards are the best by a Chargers gamer due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 gardens in Full week 5 of the 2022 season versus the Browns. And he performed it on only 10 efforts! This really highlights the possibility of what Vidal could possibly offer the desk if either Dobbins or even Gus Edwards skips time in Greg Roman's run-heavy offense. The sixth-rounder away from Troy loafed in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. appeared comfortable in his professional debut, giving Trevor Lawrence another big-play alternative. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas City Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Deserving took advantage of his three touches, finishing with 20.8 dream factors versus the Ravens last Thursday. It's understandable to question whether such creation may be preserved with simply 3 touches. While it's unexpected, there are actually some promoting signs. Worthwhile functioned 23 paths, primarily drawbacks, as well as participated in 36 pops, which are varieties not far off coming from Rashee Rice. The majority of his breaks originated from 11 employees, presenting he was associated with the offense. Worthy might be considered a WR4 with WR3 upside until Marquise Brown profits from his shoulder personal injury. The Chiefs are actually readied to deal with the Bengals in Full week 2, therefore keep an eye on how engaged Worthy is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% began) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in snaps, options run as well as receiving gardens. however Thomas wasn't far behind. He supplied a stellar launching with 14.7 imagination points, including his first NFL goal. Final period at LSU, he led the FBS along with 17 obtaining touchdowns. That is actually the 3rd very most in college history, right behind Ja'Marr Hunt (twenty) and also Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas appeared so excellent, he could at some point surpass Christian Kirk in the position. He's strongly on the flex radar heading right into Full week 2 against the Browns.Malik Nabers, The Big Apple Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson stunned lots of by finishing with additional intendeds (12) and receptions (6) than Nabers, that had just 5 intendeds. Nabers performed deal with to squeeze by Robinson in getting yards, finishing with 66. In reality, this was one of the most receiving gardens by a Giants player making his debut given that Darius Slayton in 2019. However, the larger worry is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, that balanced simply 4.4 lawns every elapsed try and also had his 20th activity along with numerous turnovers. This could possibly injure the newbie's possibility. For Full week 2, Nabers can be deemed a flex choice against an at risk Commanders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% started) This isn't the debut imagination managers were expecting coming from the highest-drafted rookie pass receiver in ESPN games over the past twenty years. Harrison ended the game with only 4 acquiring gardens, the least in a debut by a wide receiver consumed the top five since Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals skill posture gamers in both snaps as well as transmits operate. Nonetheless, Kyler Murray possessed an unusually tough video game, balancing just 2.9 sky gardens every fulfillment. It's also worth noting that Harrison ran just 11 paths versus guy protection and also was not targeted. A lot better days are on the horizon for this talented recipient. Harrison is strongly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 against the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% started) Williams had a bumpy ride getting in touch with the Bears' much-hyped wide receiver group. Odunze had merely four aim ats, which was a letdown compared to Keenan Allen's 11 and DJ Moore's 8. However let's probe a little bit of much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and also Odunze (forty five) were actually pretty approach breaks participated in. The same selects courses operate: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), as well as Odunze (26 ). Therefore, while Odunze really did not receive as lots of looks this time around, he is actually still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Grass Expenses (84.8% rostered, 10.2% started) Although Coleman failed to rack up a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still created a sturdy perception. The rookie led the staff in pops, routes run, intendeds, receptions and obtaining gardens versus the Arizona Cardinals. Yet another thing to keep in mind is actually that when the Bills resided in 11 personnel, Coleman, Hollins and also Shakir performed the field all together a lot. In 12 staffs, it was mostly Coleman as well as Hollins. This is actually definitely promising for those that have Coleman on their fantasy teams. He is actually a strong flex choice in Week 2 against the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers along with 7 intendeds and 39 getting lawns versus the Raiders on Sunday. He handled to salvage his fantasy day with a late touchdown in Los Angeles' run-heavy outburst. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't asked to carry out a lot, averaging simply 5.5 yards every pass try. If this pattern proceeds, it could possibly restrict McConkey's imagination ceiling. Nevertheless, he is actually still on the flex radar for Week 2, especially due to the fact that the Panthers' self defense simply got torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps as well as directs run, but he possessed just 3 aim ats. On the silver lining, he scored a 32-yard getting goal. McMillan has actually strengthened his place as the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver, as well as he could possibly 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' pass receiver turning is rather liquid, along with every person observing a comparable lot of breaks against the Bengals on Sunday. However, Polk had just one intended. Keep him on your view checklist, yet he should not reside in your schedules versus the Seahawks in Week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't lots of positives for the Panthers on Sunday, yet one was Legette leading the crew in intendeds. He additionally participated in notable snaps. The Panthers' pass receiver rotation is 5 deep right now, so it's tough to feel confident in any one of them, especially given just how Bryce Young carried out against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps played as well as options operate show he possessed a minimal role, even with getting five targets. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually likely to always keep a higher target allotment. Mitchell's duty could diminish when Josh Downs yields from trauma, so he should remain on your watch listing. Remember, the Colts aren't anticipated to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's profession provided imagination managers wish that McCaffrey could possibly improve as the Leaders' No. 2 recipient. Full week 1 presented that this won't hold true. The snaps and paths have been actually spread out in between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus. It's not a perfect situation, and it is difficult to observe Daniels supporting greater than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers right away displayed to that he is among the Raiders' top possibilities in the death activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Sin City Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% started) Bowers led the Raiders in aim ats (8 ), meaning a notable job in Sin city' offense this year. Having said that, he's still dividing snaps along with fellow cramping end Michael Mayer. The wonderful headlines is that Bowers is actually running nearly as a lot of courses (26) as Davante Adams (34) and also Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie may be considered as a low-end TE1 in Week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.