.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer supervisor at a Luck 100 economic solutions provider, right now living my dream developing imagination and also sporting activities betting web content regarding the NFL, NBA, and also WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and also Jacksonville Jaguars pass receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed remarkable NFL debuts, yet several other highly boasted rookies didn't live up to lofty expectations.What analytical bits need to you understand coming from the very first week of action, as well as which newbies must you watch carefully hence on out?Let's look at the greatest takeaways coming from the rookies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the sphere via the air yet 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 points in his debut were impressive, many thanks mainly to his rushing capacity. He wound up with the second-most hurrying gardens by a quarterback in an NFL debut given that 1950 and also ended up being the first QB ever before to hurry for 80 yards and also pair of goals in his very first game. However, he performed have some trouble as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unanticipated provided his outstanding college stats. He is actually the only gamer in FBS history with 12,000 occupation passing gardens and also 3,000 rushing yards. He hardly sought deep-seated throws, averaging simply 2.0 air lawns every fulfillment, compared with 8.4 air lawns per completion at LSU last season. For Week 2 versus the Giants, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% began) It's time to start your dream football seasonCreate an organization and customize organization dimension, scoring and also rules to play in the league you wish to play in.Create an organization today!This wasn't the debut fantasy managers were wishing for from Williams. He didn't toss a goal as well as his 3.2 yards every effort were the second most reasonable by a first-round pick in their launching (lowest 15 tries) in NFL background. Additionally, 31% of his tosses got out aim at versus the Titans. For context, that's awful through a Bears QB given that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target price in Week 1 of the 2020 season. While Williams performed show improvement as the 2nd fifty percent took place, the Bears' offense finished with merely 148 overall backyards. That is actually the least by any kind of crew in a season-opening succeed given that the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely boost with each activity, but also for right now, he's additional of a QB2 than the QB1 our experts expected. The Bears take a trip to Houston to handle the Texans in Week 2, which ought to prove to become a hard matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had a drafting against the Seahawks, along with his imagination performance restored just by his hurrying yards. He averaged a poor 6.2 air gardens every try and also simply 2.7 sky gardens every finalization. Sure, the Seahawks have a proficient additional, however Nix's market value is actually higher in deeper superflex organizations today. For Week 2 against the Steelers, he's seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye viewed from the side projects as the Patriots pulled off an upset against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a video game manager and also finished with 8.0 dream factors. The Patriots' longest play was actually only 17 lawns. Maintain Maye on your check out list as New England takes on the Seahawks in Full week 2. Operating backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he broke totally free for a 31-yard run in his NFL launching. Radiation Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa bay Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving had 11 contacts against the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White found 21. The novice from Oregon's 31-yard operate showcased his volatility. White's strength is his getting capability, and also he managed 19 routes, compared to Irving's seven. It'll be interesting to enjoy exactly how the rookie's job evolves in the coming full weeks, as each Irving and also White darkened 75 gardens coming from skirmish against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson had just three rushing efforts versus the Costs. It is actually likewise worth keeping in mind that Emari Demercado worked as the Cardinals' third-down back. Nonetheless, there is actually a break in the clouds. James Conner completed with 19 styles. If Conner overlooks time, Benson will right away hop onto the RB2 radar. Our company'll view if the newbie acquires additional touches against the Los Angeles Rams in Full Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is beginning the time on the PUP/NFI checklist as he recovers from the torn ACL he endured final Nov at Texas. This means he'll be actually out for at least the initial four video games. The Panthers possessed a sketching versus the Saints on Sunday, dropping by 37 points, the fifth-largest frame of victory in a season opener between division rivals in the final 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed merely six hurrying efforts during that video game. With the offense looking terrible, it's not great updates for those stashing Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Bills (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis possessed only four contacts against the Cardinals. He's not a huge part of the Expenses' offense however. But if James Chef, who had 22 contacts, overlooks time, Davis could possibly come to be a lot more appropriate in fantasy. The Expenses face the Dolphins in Week 2. Always keep 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 versus the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert shared backfield roles. Achane finished the activity along with 17 touches and 23.0 fantasy ideas. For Wright to become imagination appropriate, he would certainly need either Achane or even Mostert to overlook opportunity. Our experts'll observe if he creates his NFL debut Thursday evening versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's unusual to observe Ronnie Rivers in advance of Corum on the Rams' deepness chart. Numerous assumed the Rams prepared Corum 83rd overall to help reduce Kyren Williams' bunch, especially since they have similar capability. Corum dealt with 505 rushing tries in his final two times at Michigan, proving he can easily manage a massive work. Absolutely a scenario worth watching on, yet it is actually protected to mention this wasn't a Week 1 that Corum managers were wanting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday evening's video game versus the Eagles specified as doubtful. He overlooked Tuesday's technique and also was restricted Wednesday as well as Thursday due to that nagging hamstring accident. Unless Josh Jacobs, who possessed 18 contacts against the Eagles, misses opportunity, Lloyd probably will not possess much dream importance. I am actually additionally worried regarding the Packers' offending product line. Jacobs was actually receiving attacked at or responsible for free throw line of scrimmage way regularly on Friday night. Maintain Lloyd on your view checklist as the Packers organize 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 gamer due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 backyards in Full week 5 of the 2022 period against the Browns. And he did it on only 10 efforts! This truly highlights the capacity of what Vidal could give the table if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards skips attend Greg Roman's run-heavy offense. The sixth-rounder out of Troy loafed in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. appeared relaxed in his pro launching, offering Trevor Lawrence one more big-play option. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Metropolitan Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Worthwhile took advantage of his 3 contacts, do with 20.8 imagination aspects against the Ravens last Thursday. It is actually easy to understand to examine whether such development may be preserved with just three touches. While it is actually extremely unlikely, there are actually some reassuring indications. Worthwhile functioned 23 courses, primarily troubles, and played 36 snaps, which are actually varieties not far off from Rashee Rice. Most of his breaks stemmed from 11 staffs, presenting he was actually associated with the outburst. Deserving might be taken into consideration a WR4 with WR3 upside until Marquee Brown profits coming from his shoulder accident. The Chiefs are set to experience the Bengals in Full week 2, so watch on how engaged Deserving remains in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% began) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, paths run and getting lawns. but Thomas wasn't far responsible for. He provided a stellar launching along with 14.7 dream points, including his 1st NFL touchdown. Final season at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 receiving touchdowns. That's the third most in college past history, right behind Ja'Marr Pursuit (20) and Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas appeared thus good, he could inevitably outperform Christian Kirk in the position. He's firmly on the flex radar moving right into Full week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, Nyc Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% started) Wan' Dale Robinson surprised several through do with additional aim ats (12) and receptions (6) than Nabers, that possessed only 5 intendeds. Nabers did handle to squeeze by Robinson in acquiring lawns, completed with 66. In reality, this was the most acquiring backyards through a Giants player creating his launching due to the fact that Darius Slayton in 2019. However, the greater concern is quarterback Daniel Jones, who averaged just 4.4 yards every pass attempt and had his 20th video game with several turn overs. This can hurt the novice's ability. For Week 2, Nabers may be deemed a flex choice against an at risk Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the launching imagination supervisors were anticipating coming from the highest-drafted newbie wide receiver in ESPN leagues over recent two decades. Harrison finished the video game with only 4 receiving backyards, the least in a debut by a wide receiver consumed the leading five given that Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals capability setting players in each breaks and also routes operate. Nonetheless, Kyler Murray possessed an uncommonly difficult activity, balancing just 2.9 sky lawns every completion. It is actually also worth taking note that Harrison operated only 11 paths against man coverage as well as was actually not targeted. Better days are on the perspective for this accomplished 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 associating with the Bears' much-hyped wide receiver group. Odunze had merely four targets, which was actually a setback compared to Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's eight. However let's dig a little bit of deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), as well as Odunze (45) were in fact rather approach breaks participated in. The very same selects options manage: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), as well as Odunze (26 ). So, while Odunze failed to obtain as several appearances this time, he is actually still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Grass Bills (84.8% rostered, 10.2% started) Although Coleman failed to score a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or Mack Hollins, he still produced a strong impression. The newbie led the staff in snaps, courses run, targets, receivings and also receiving backyards against the Arizona Cardinals. Yet another trait to keep in mind is actually that when the Expenses resided in 11 staffs, Coleman, Hollins as well as Shakir performed the industry all together a whole lot. In 12 workers, it was generally Coleman and Hollins. This is certainly promising for those that possess Coleman on their dream staffs. He is actually a strong flex alternative 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 also 39 receiving gardens against the Raiders on Sunday. He managed to save his dream day with a late goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had not been inquired to accomplish much, averaging merely 5.5 lawns per elapsed effort. If this pattern carries on, it could possibly confine McConkey's fantasy roof. Nonetheless, he is actually still on the flex radar for Full week 2, especially considering that the Panthers' defense only received torched by the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa fl Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and directs operate, but he had just three targets. On the silver lining, he racked up a 32-yard getting goal. McMillan has actually hardened his place as the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver, and he can come to be a lot more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or Chris Godwin miss out on time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver rotation is pretty fluid, with everyone viewing a comparable amount of snaps versus the Bengals on Sunday. Having said that, Polk had a single aim at. Maintain him on your watch listing, however he shouldn't reside in your lineups versus the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't numerous positives for the Panthers on Sunday, however one was actually Legette leading the group in intendeds. He also played considerable breaks. The Panthers' pass receiver turning is actually 5 deep-seated at the moment, so it is difficult to feel confident in some of them, especially provided exactly how Bryce Young done against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in and routes operate show he had a minimal function, even with acquiring 5 targets. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually likely to maintain a higher target share. Mitchell's task could diminish when Josh Downs profits from accident, therefore he needs to stay on your check out list. Remember, the Colts may not be counted on to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's business gave imagination managers wish that McCaffrey could step up as the Leaders' No. 2 receiver. Full week 1 presented that this will not be the case. The snaps as well as paths have been spread out between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus. It is actually certainly not a suitable situation, and also it's tough to observe Daniels assisting much more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers right away indicated that he is among the Raiders' top choices in the passing away video game. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% started) Bowers led the Raiders in aim ats (8 ), meaning a significant job in Sin city' offense this year. Nonetheless, he is actually still breaking pops along with fellow cramping end Michael Mayer. The great headlines is that Bowers is running virtually as several courses (26) as Davante Adams (34) and also Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The rookie could be viewed as a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.