.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer supervisor at a Luck one hundred economic services firm, currently residing my desire generating imagination and also sports wagering web content concerning the NFL, NBA, and also WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels as well as Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. had outstanding NFL debuts, yet many various other strongly touted rookies didn't measure up to high-rise expectations.What analytical bits ought to you be aware of from the first week of action, and which rookies should you view carefully from here on out?Let's look at the greatest takeaways coming from the novices in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels relocated the sphere through the air yet was actually particularly powerful on the ground vs. Tampa bay Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 dream points in his debut went over, many thanks mainly to his rushing ability. He ended up with the second-most rushing lawns by a quarterback in an NFL launching due to the fact that 1950 and also came to be the first QB ever to hurry for 80 yards and two touchdowns in his initial game. Nevertheless, he did have some difficulty as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was unexpected given his outstanding university statistics. He's the only gamer in FBS background with 12,000 career passing lawns and 3,000 rushing backyards. He seldom attempted deep-seated tosses, averaging simply 2.0 sky lawns every fulfillment, compared to 8.4 sky gardens per completion at LSU final period. For Week 2 against the Giants, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% started) It's opportunity to start your dream football seasonCreate a game as well as tailor game measurements, slashing and also policies to play in the game you wish to participate in in.Create a game today!This wasn't the launching dream managers were wishing for from Williams. He failed to throw a goal as well as his 3.2 lawns per try were the second most reasonable by a first-round choice in their debut (lowest 15 tries) in NFL past. Additionally, 31% of his tosses got out aim at versus the Titans. For situation, that's awful by a Bears QB considering that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target price in Full week 1 of the 2020 period. While Williams did come along as the 2nd one-half took place, the Bears' offense completed with merely 148 complete gardens. That is actually the least by any sort of staff in a season-opening win considering that the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely improve along with each activity, however, for now, he is actually more of a QB2 than the QB1 we wished for. The Bears take a trip to Houston to handle the Texans in Week 2, which must confirm to become a tough matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had a sketching against the Seahawks, with his fantasy functionality saved merely through his hurrying backyards. He averaged a bad 6.2 sky lawns every attempt and also just 2.7 air lawns per completion. Certain, the Seahawks possess a talented additional, yet Nix's market value is much higher in much deeper superflex games now. For Full week 2 against the Steelers, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye seen coming from the side projects as the Patriots managed a distressed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a video game manager as well as completed with 8.0 imagination factors. The Patriots' longest play was simply 17 gardens. Keep Maye on your view list as New England handles the Seahawks in Full week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he cracked totally free for a 31-yard run in his NFL launching. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa florida Gulf Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving possessed 11 touches against the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White saw 21. The novice coming from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his volatility. White's forte is his getting capacity, and also he managed 19 paths, compared with Irving's seven. It'll be interesting to view how the rookie's role evolves in the coming full weeks, as each Irving as well as White eclipsed 75 gardens from scrimmage against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% began) Benson possessed simply three rushing attempts versus the Bills. It's also worth keeping in mind that Emari Demercado ran as the Cardinals' third-down back. However, there's a blue sky. James Conner do with 19 flairs. If Conner misses time, Benson would right away leap onto the RB2 radar. Our team'll observe if the rookie gets more contacts against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is starting the time on the PUP/NFI checklist as he recovers from the torn ACL he went through final Nov at Texas. This means he'll be out for a minimum of the 1st four video games. The Panthers possessed a rough outing against the Saints on Sunday, dropping by 37 aspects, the fifth-largest frame of success in a time opener in between branch rivals in the last 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed just six hurrying efforts in that game. With the offense looking dreadful, it's certainly not great news for those tucking away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo grass Bills (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis possessed just 4 contacts versus the Cardinals. He is actually not a big part of the Costs' outburst however. Yet if James Cook, who possessed 22 touches, skips time, Davis could possibly come to be more appropriate in imagination. The Expenses deal with the Dolphins in Full 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 activity against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert discussed backfield tasks. Achane ended the video game with 17 contacts as well as 23.0 fantasy points. For Wright to become fantasy applicable, he 'd need to have either Achane or Mostert to overlook time. Our company'll find if he creates his NFL launching Thursday evening versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's astonishing to view Ronnie Rivers before Corum on the Rams' intensity graph. A lot of assumed the Rams made Corum 83rd total to aid make lighter Kyren Williams' tons, particularly considering that they possess similar capability. Corum managed 505 rushing tries in his last 2 seasons at Michigan, verifying he can easily take care of a heavy amount of work. Definitely a situation worth watching on, however it's safe to mention this wasn't a Full week 1 that Corum managers were expecting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Eco-friendly Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday evening's video game against the Eagles listed as questionable. He overlooked Tuesday's method as well as was actually restricted Wednesday as well as Thursday because of that nagging hamstring personal injury. Unless Josh Jacobs, that had 18 contacts against the Eagles, skips opportunity, Lloyd most likely will not possess a lot fantasy relevance. I'm also worried about the Packers' repulsive collection. Jacobs was obtaining hit at or responsible for the line of skirmish means frequently on Friday night. Maintain Lloyd on your view list as the Packers get ready for the Colts in Full week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 hurrying backyards are actually the most by a Chargers player given that Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Full week 5 of the 2022 season against the Browns. And also he performed it on just 10 tries! This definitely highlights the capacity of what Vidal could offer the desk if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards skips time in Greg Roman's run-heavy offense. The sixth-rounder out of Troy was inactive in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. appeared relaxed in his pro launching, providing Trevor Lawrence one more big-play choice. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% started) Worthy took advantage of his three contacts, do with 20.8 fantasy points versus the Ravens last Thursday. It's logical to question whether such manufacturing could be preserved with only three contacts. While it is actually improbable, there are some stimulating indicators. Worthy worked 23 routes, primarily hitches, as well as played 36 snaps, which are numbers not far off from Rashee Rice. The majority of his pops arised from 11 personnel, showing he was actually associated with the offense. Worthy could be considered a WR4 with WR3 upside until Marquise Brown returns coming from his shoulder injury. The Chiefs are set to encounter the Bengals in Week 2, therefore keep an eye on exactly how engaged Worthwhile is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% began) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, courses operate and also acquiring gardens. yet Thomas had not been far responsible for. He provided a stellar debut with 14.7 dream aspects, including his 1st NFL touchdown. Final time at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 obtaining goals. That is actually the third most in college history, right behind Ja'Marr Chase (twenty) and also Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas looked so good, he could inevitably surpass Christian Kirk in the pecking order. He's firmly on the flex radar heading right into Full week 2 against the Browns.Malik Nabers, Nyc Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson amazed many through finishing with even more aim ats (12) and events (6) than Nabers, who possessed simply 5 aim ats. Nabers carried out take care of to squeeze by Robinson in receiving lawns, completed with 66. In fact, this was actually the best getting backyards through a Giants player making his debut given that Darius Slayton in 2019. Having said that, the bigger concern is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, who balanced merely 4.4 gardens per successfully pass attempt and possessed his 20th game with numerous turnovers. This could hurt the rookie's potential. For Full week 2, Nabers may be deemed a flex possibility versus a prone Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% started) This isn't the launching imagination supervisors were actually hoping for coming from the highest-drafted newbie wide receiver in ESPN leagues over the past two decades. Harrison finished the activity with merely 4 getting backyards, the least in a launching through a pass receiver taken in the leading 5 due to the fact that Desmond Howard in 1992. The bright side? Harrison led the Cardinals capability position players in each snaps and also directs run. Nonetheless, Kyler Murray had an unusually tough game, averaging just 2.9 sky backyards every completion. It's additionally worth noting that Harrison ran merely 11 options versus male insurance coverage and also was certainly not targeted. A lot better times are on the perspective for this proficient recipient. Harrison is strongly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% started) Williams possessed a bumpy ride associating with the Bears' much-hyped wide receiver group. Odunze possessed only 4 targets, which was actually a disappointment compared with Keenan Allen's 11 and DJ Moore's eight. Yet permit's probe a little bit of much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), as well as Odunze (45) were actually quite approach snaps participated in. The exact same opts for options run: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), as well as Odunze (26 ). So, while Odunze really did not acquire as numerous appeals this moment, he is actually still on the flex radar against the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Grass Expenses (84.8% rostered, 10.2% began) Although Coleman failed to score a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still made a powerful impact. The novice led the staff in breaks, options manage, targets, receptions and also obtaining lawns against the Arizona Cardinals. An additional factor to keep in mind is actually that when the Costs remained in 11 workers, Coleman, Hollins as well as Shakir got on the industry all together a lot. In 12 staffs, it was actually mainly Coleman as well as Hollins. This is definitely encouraging for those who possess Coleman on their fantasy teams. He is actually a sound flex alternative in Week 2 versus the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% began) McConkey led the Chargers with 7 intendeds as well as 39 receiving backyards versus the Raiders on Sunday. He handled to salvage his dream time with a late goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't asked to do considerably, averaging merely 5.5 gardens per successfully pass try. If this trend carries on, it could confine McConkey's imagination roof. Having said that, he is actually still on the flex radar for Full week 2, specifically since the Panthers' protection simply acquired torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa florida Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and also directs operate, however he had only 3 intendeds. On the bright side, he scored a 32-yard receiving goal. McMillan has actually strengthened his location as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, as well as he can end up being much more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or Chris Godwin miss time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver rotation is quite liquid, along with everybody viewing a similar lot of snaps versus the Bengals on Sunday. Having said that, Polk possessed just one intended. Maintain him on your check out list, however he shouldn't remain in your schedules against the Seahawks in Week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't many positives for the Panthers on Sunday, yet one was Legette leading the staff in intendeds. He also participated in significant breaks. The Panthers' pass receiver rotation is five deep-seated now, so it's tough to feel great in any one of them, especially given how Bryce Youthful carried out against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in as well as routes operate program he possessed a restricted job, even with acquiring 5 intendeds. Michael Pittman Jr. is likely to always keep a high target share. Mitchell's task could diminish when Josh Downs yields from trauma, so he should remain on your view checklist. Remember, the Colts may not be expected to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's business offered dream managers really hope that McCaffrey can improve as the Leaders' No. 2 receiver. Week 1 showed that this will not be the case. The snaps and routes have actually been spread between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus. It is actually certainly not an excellent circumstance, and also it's tough to observe Daniels supporting much more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers instantly revealed that he's one of the Raiders' leading options in the passing away game. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in targets (8 ), mentioning a notable role in Las Vegas' offense this year. Nonetheless, he is actually still dividing snaps along with fellow cramping end Michael Mayer. The terrific information is actually that Bowers is actually running almost as several routes (26) as Davante Adams (34) and Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie can be viewed as a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens.