.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer supervisor at a Fortune one hundred monetary services provider, now residing my dream creating imagination and also sporting activities betting web content about the NFL, NBA, and WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Jacksonville Jaguars pass receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed outstanding NFL debuts, but several other very boasted rookies failed to live up to soaring expectations.What statistical tidbits must you recognize from the very first week of activity, as well as which newbies should you check out very closely from here on out?Let's have a look at the most significant takeaways from the novices in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the sphere with the air however was actually especially sturdy on the ground vs. Tampa florida Bay. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 fantasy factors in his launching were impressive, many thanks mainly to his hurrying potential. He found yourself along with the second-most hurrying gardens by a quarterback in an NFL debut because 1950 and came to be the very first QB ever before to hurry for 80 gardens as well as two touchdowns in his very first video game. Nevertheless, he performed possess some difficulty as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was unforeseen offered his impressive college stats. He's the only gamer in FBS history with 12,000 profession passing yards and 3,000 rushing lawns. He hardly sought deep-seated throws, averaging only 2.0 sky backyards every conclusion, compared with 8.4 air gardens every fulfillment at LSU last season. For 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's opportunity to begin your dream football seasonCreate an organization and also customize league measurements, slashing and also guidelines to play in the organization you wish to play in.Create a league today!This wasn't the debut dream supervisors were anticipating coming from Williams. He didn't toss a touchdown and his 3.2 yards every try were actually the 2nd most competitive by a first-round choice in their debut (minimum 15 efforts) in NFL background. And also, 31% of his throws were off target versus the Titans. For situation, that's the worst by a Bears QB given that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target fee in Week 1 of the 2020 time. While Williams carried out come along as the 2nd one-half happened, the Bears' offense completed with just 148 overall gardens. That is actually the least by any sort of group in a season-opening succeed considering that the 1999 Giants. Williams is going to likely boost along with each video game, however, for right now, he is actually even more of a QB2 than the QB1 our team hoped for. The Bears journey to Houston to handle the Texans in Week 2, which should confirm to be a tough matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix possessed a sketching against the Seahawks, with his fantasy functionality restored merely through his hurrying gardens. He averaged an inadequate 6.2 sky lawns per try and also only 2.7 air yards every fulfillment. Sure, the Seahawks have a skilled second, yet Nix's value is greater in much deeper superflex leagues now. For Full 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 sidelines as the Patriots managed a disturbed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a game manager and finished with 8.0 fantasy points. The Patriots' lengthiest play was actually simply 17 yards. Always keep Maye on your check out checklist as New England takes on the Seahawks in Week 2. Managing backsBucky Irving opened eyes when he broke totally free for a 31-yard run in his NFL debut. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa florida Gulf Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving possessed 11 contacts against the Commanders on Sunday, while Rachaad White saw 21. The novice coming from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his volatility. White's forte is his obtaining capability, as well as he managed 19 courses, compared with Irving's 7. It'll interest watch just how the novice's task progresses in the coming weeks, as each Irving and also White overshadowed 75 gardens from scrimmage against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed only three rushing attempts against the Bills. It is actually also worth noting that Emari Demercado operated as the Cardinals' third-down spine. However, there's a silver lining. James Conner do with 19 styles. If Conner misses time, Benson will right away jump onto the RB2 radar. Our experts'll find if the newbie receives additional touches against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually beginning the season on the PUP/NFI list as he recuperates coming from the torn ACL he went through last November at Texas. This implies he'll be out for at the very least the 1st four games. The Panthers possessed an outlining against the Saints on Sunday, shedding through 37 points, the fifth-largest frame of triumph in a season opener between department rivals in the last 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed merely 6 rushing tries because activity. With the outburst appearing terrible, it's not wonderful updates for those tucking away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Costs (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis had only four contacts versus the Cardinals. He's certainly not a large portion of the Expenses' offense yet. But if James Chef, that possessed 22 touches, misses out on time, Davis could come to be more relevant in dream. The Bills experience the Dolphins in Week 2. Always keep Davis on your view list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright loafed (coach's choice) for the Dolphins' Week 1 activity against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert discussed backfield roles. Achane finished the activity along with 17 contacts as well as 23.0 fantasy points. For Wright to become imagination appropriate, he 'd need to have either Achane or Mostert to miss time. Our experts'll find if he makes his NFL debut Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It is actually unusual to view Ronnie Rivers ahead of Corum on the Rams' depth chart. Several presumed the Rams made Corum 83rd overall to aid lighten Kyren Williams' load, specifically due to the fact that they possess similar ability. Corum took care of 505 hurrying tries in his final two periods at Michigan, confirming he may handle a hefty amount of work. Definitely a circumstance worth keeping an eye on, however it's secured to say this had not been a Week 1 that Corum supervisors were actually hoping to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Bay Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday evening's activity versus the Eagles specified as doubtful. He overlooked Tuesday's technique as well as was limited Wednesday and Thursday as a result of that troublesome hamstring accident. Unless Josh Jacobs, that had 18 contacts versus the Eagles, overlooks opportunity, Lloyd most likely won't have a lot dream significance. I am actually additionally worried about the Packers' outrageous product line. Jacobs was getting attacked at or even responsible for the line of skirmish means too often on Friday evening. Always keep Lloyd on your view checklist as the Packers organize the Colts in Full week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing gardens are one of the most through a Chargers gamer since Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Week 5 of the 2022 season versus the Browns. And he performed it on only 10 efforts! This definitely highlights the possibility of what Vidal can bring to the table if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards skips attend Greg Roman's run-heavy offense. The sixth-rounder away from Troy loafed in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. looked relaxed in his pro debut, providing Trevor Lawrence one more big-play alternative. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas City Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Worthwhile maximized his three contacts, finishing with 20.8 imagination points against the Ravens final Thursday. It is actually logical to examine whether such creation could be sustained along with simply 3 touches. While it's unexpected, there are actually some reassuring indications. Deserving worked 23 routes, mostly troubles, and played 36 pops, which are varieties stone's throw off coming from Rashee Rice. Most of his snaps stemmed from 11 workers, showing he was actually involved in the outburst. Deserving could be thought about a WR4 along with WR3 upside till Marquise Brown profits from his shoulder injury. The Chiefs are actually readied to encounter the Bengals in Full week 2, therefore keep an eye on how involved Deserving is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, options operate and also getting gardens. however Thomas wasn't much responsible for. He supplied an excellent launching along with 14.7 dream points, featuring his 1st NFL touchdown. Last season at LSU, he led the FBS along with 17 getting touchdowns. That's the 3rd most in institution past history, right behind Ja'Marr Hunt (twenty) and also Justin Jefferson (18) from 2019. Thomas looked therefore good, he could ultimately outperform Christian Kirk in the position. He's securely on the flex radar heading right into Week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, New York City Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson stunned a lot of by completed with additional targets (12) and also functions (6) than Nabers, who had just 5 aim ats. Nabers carried out deal with to edge out Robinson in acquiring yards, completed with 66. In reality, this was the best acquiring lawns by a Giants player making his debut since Darius Slayton in 2019. Having said that, the greater worry is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, who balanced only 4.4 gardens every successfully pass try and also had his 20th activity along with a number of turn overs. This could possibly harm the rookie's ability. For Week 2, Nabers can be deemed a flex alternative versus a susceptible Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% started) This isn't the launching fantasy managers were actually expecting from the highest-drafted rookie wide receiver in ESPN leagues over the past two decades. Harrison finished the game along with just 4 obtaining gardens, the least in a debut through a wide receiver enjoyed the top five given that Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals ability posture gamers in each snaps and transmits run. Having Said That, Kyler Murray had an unusually challenging game, averaging only 2.9 air backyards every conclusion. It's likewise worth noting that Harrison managed simply 11 paths versus male protection as well as was actually certainly not targeted. A lot better times are on the perspective for this talented recipient. Harrison is actually strongly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% started) Williams had a bumpy ride connecting with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver group. Odunze possessed simply 4 targets, which was a frustration compared with Keenan Allen's 11 and DJ Moore's 8. Yet permit's dig a little much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and Odunze (forty five) were actually pretty close in snaps participated in. The very same goes with routes operate: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), as well as Odunze (26 ). Therefore, while Odunze failed to get as several appeals this time, he is actually still on the flex radar against the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Grass Expenses (84.8% rostered, 10.2% began) Even though Coleman didn't rack up a goal like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still produced a tough opinion. The rookie led the group in breaks, paths operate, targets, receivings and also receiving lawns against the Arizona Cardinals. Yet another point to note is actually that when the Costs were in 11 employees, Coleman, Hollins and also Shakir performed the area with each other a whole lot. In 12 employees, it was generally Coleman as well as Hollins. This is actually undoubtedly promising for those that possess Coleman on their dream teams. He is actually a sound flex possibility in Week 2 against the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers along with seven targets as well as 39 receiving lawns versus the Raiders on Sunday. He took care of to restore his imagination day along with an overdue goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had not been asked to accomplish considerably, averaging just 5.5 backyards every elapsed effort. If this pattern continues, it could limit McConkey's fantasy roof. Nonetheless, he's still on the flex radar for Week 2, specifically due to the fact that the Panthers' self defense only got torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and also transmits operate, but he possessed just 3 targets. On the bright side, he racked up a 32-yard getting goal. McMillan has actually solidified his area as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, and also he can become much more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or Chris Godwin overlook time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' pass receiver rotation is actually quite liquid, along with everybody seeing a similar lot of breaks against the Bengals on Sunday. Nevertheless, Polk possessed only one intended. Keep him on your check out list, yet he should not remain in your lineups against the Seahawks in Week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't lots of positives for the Panthers on Sunday, however one was actually Legette leading the staff in targets. He likewise participated in significant pops. The Panthers' pass receiver turning is actually five deeper at the moment, so it's tough to feel great in any one of them, specifically given exactly how Bryce Young done versus the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in and routes operate series he had a minimal task, even with receiving five aim ats. Michael Pittman Jr. is very likely to always keep a higher intended share. Mitchell's part could reduce when Josh Downs returns coming from injury, thus he must remain on your check out list. Don't forget, the Colts may not be anticipated to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's field gave imagination managers really hope that McCaffrey can step up as the Leaders' No. 2 receiver. Week 1 showed that this won't hold true. The snaps and routes have actually been spread in between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown as well as Olamide Zaccheaus. It is actually not an ideal condition, and it's tough to view Daniels supporting greater than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers promptly indicated that he's one of the Raiders' top choices in the death activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% started) Bowers led the Raiders in targets (8 ), meaning a notable function in Sin city' offense this year. Nonetheless, he is actually still dividing snaps with fellow tight end Michael Mayer. The terrific updates is that Bowers is actually operating almost as many routes (26) as Davante Adams (34) as well as Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The novice could be considered as a low-end TE1 in Week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.