.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Fortune 100 financial services provider, right now living my goal developing imagination and also sports wagering material about the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Jacksonville Jaguars pass receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed outstanding NFL debuts, yet many other very touted novices really did not measure up to soaring expectations.What statistical bits must you be aware of from the 1st week of action, and also which newbies should you check out closely hence on out?Let's take a look at the greatest takeaways from the rookies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the ball via the air however was especially solid on the ground vs. Tampa Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% started) Daniels' 28.1 imagination points in his debut were impressive, thanks largely to his rushing ability. He found yourself along with the second-most rushing backyards by a quarterback in an NFL debut due to the fact that 1950 as well as became the very first QB ever before to hurry for 80 backyards as well as two goals in his first video game. Nonetheless, he performed have some problem as a passer against the Buccaneers, which was unforeseen offered his excellent college statistics. He's the only gamer in FBS background along with 12,000 profession passing lawns and 3,000 hurrying lawns. He rarely tried deeper tosses, balancing merely 2.0 sky gardens every completion, compared to 8.4 sky gardens per completion at LSU last period. 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's time to start your dream football seasonCreate a league as well as individualize game measurements, slashing as well as regulations to play in the game you desire to play in.Create a game today!This had not been the debut fantasy supervisors were expecting coming from Williams. He really did not throw a goal and his 3.2 lawns per try were actually the second most reasonable through a first-round selection in their debut (minimum required 15 attempts) in NFL background. Additionally, 31% of his throws got out intended versus the Titans. For context, that's awful by a Bears QB because Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target fee in Week 1 of the 2020 time. While Williams performed come along as the second fifty percent took place, the Bears' outburst completed with just 148 total yards. That's the least through any crew in a season-opening succeed given that the 1999 Giants. Williams is going to likely boost with each video game, but also for now, he is actually more of a QB2 than the QB1 our experts hoped for. The Bears journey to Houston to handle the Texans in Full week 2, which need to show to become a hard matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had an outlining against the Seahawks, with his dream functionality saved merely through his hurrying yards. He averaged an unsatisfactory 6.2 sky yards every attempt and only 2.7 sky yards per conclusion. Certain, the Seahawks have a proficient additional, yet Nix's worth is actually much higher in much deeper superflex games at the moment. For Week 2 versus the Steelers, he's appearing 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 against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was an activity manager and do with 8.0 dream factors. The Patriots' longest play was merely 17 lawns. Always keep Maye on your view list as New England tackles the Seahawks in Full week 2. Running backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he broke totally free for a 31-yard jog in his NFL debut. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa Gulf Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving had 11 contacts versus the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White viewed 21. The novice coming from Oregon's 31-yard operate showcased his explosiveness. White's strong point is his receiving ability, and also he operated 19 paths, compared with Irving's seven. It'll interest check out exactly how the novice's job develops in the coming weeks, as each Irving and also White darkened 75 lawns from skirmish against Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% began) Benson had only 3 rushing attempts against the Costs. It's additionally worth taking note that Emari Demercado worked as the Cardinals' third-down back. Nonetheless, there is actually a blue sky. James Conner completed with 19 touches. If Conner skips opportunity, Benson will instantly jump onto the RB2 radar. We'll see if the novice acquires even more touches against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually beginning the period on the PUP/NFI list as he recuperates from the torn ACL he experienced final Nov at Texas. This implies he'll be actually out for at the very least the initial 4 video games. The Panthers possessed a rough outing versus the Saints on Sunday, losing through 37 points, the fifth-largest margin of success in a time opener between branch opponents in the last half a century. Chuba Hubbard had just six rushing attempts because game. With the offense appearing dreadful, it is actually certainly not fantastic news for those tucking away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Bills (14.2% rostered) Editor's PicksDavis had simply four touches versus the Cardinals. He's not a large component of the Expenses' outburst yet. But if James Prepare, who possessed 22 contacts, misses out on opportunity, Davis could become even more relevant in imagination. The Expenses experience the Dolphins in Week 2. Always keep Davis on your check out list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright loafed (train's selection) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 video game versus the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and also Raheem Mostert discussed backfield obligations. Achane ended the video game along with 17 contacts and also 23.0 dream points. For Wright to end up being imagination applicable, he would certainly require either Achane or Mostert to miss time. Our company'll observe if he makes his NFL launching Thursday night versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It is actually astonishing to observe Ronnie Rivers in front of Corum on the Rams' depth graph. Numerous believed the Rams made Corum 83rd total to assist reduce Kyren Williams' lots, specifically since they possess identical skill sets. Corum dealt with 505 hurrying tries in his last pair of times at Michigan, showing he can easily manage a hefty work. Definitely a scenario worth keeping an eye on, yet it's protected to claim this had not been a Week 1 that Corum managers were expecting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered into Friday evening's game against the Eagles noted as doubtful. He missed out on Tuesday's practice as well as was restricted Wednesday as well as Thursday due to that irritating hamstring trauma. Unless Josh Jacobs, that had 18 touches versus the Eagles, skips opportunity, Lloyd probably will not possess much fantasy relevance. I am actually likewise regarded concerning the Packers' annoying product line. Jacobs was obtaining reached at or behind free throw line of skirmish means regularly on Friday evening. Maintain Lloyd on your view list as the Packers organize the Colts in Full week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing lawns are the best through a Chargers gamer due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Week 5 of the 2022 season versus the Browns. And also he did it on simply 10 efforts! This truly highlights the capacity of what Vidal could possibly offer the desk if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards misses out on time in 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 pleasant in his expert debut, providing Trevor Lawrence yet another big-play choice. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Worthy maximized his three touches, finishing with 20.8 imagination points versus the Ravens final Thursday. It's reasonable to question whether such development could be preserved along with just three touches. While it is actually improbable, there are some stimulating signs. Worthwhile ran 23 options, mainly troubles, and also participated in 36 breaks, which are actually varieties stone's throw off coming from Rashee Rice. The majority of his snaps originated from 11 staffs, presenting he was associated with the offense. Worthwhile might be considered a WR4 with WR3 upside till Marquise Brown returns coming from his shoulder personal injury. The Chiefs are readied to experience the Bengals in Full week 2, thus keep an eye on just how engaged Deserving resides 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. but Thomas had not been far responsible for. He provided a stellar launching along with 14.7 imagination points, featuring his very first NFL touchdown. Last period at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 getting touchdowns. That's the 3rd very most in school past history, right behind Ja'Marr Chase (20) as well as Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas appeared thus good, he might at some point go beyond Christian Kirk in the hierarchy. He is actually strongly on the flex radar moving in to Week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, The Big Apple Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson stunned a lot of through finishing with even more targets (12) and also receptions (6) than Nabers, that possessed just 5 targets. Nabers carried out deal with to squeeze by Robinson in obtaining yards, do with 66. In reality, this was actually the best acquiring backyards by a Giants player creating his debut since Darius Slayton in 2019. Nevertheless, the much bigger concern is quarterback Daniel Jones, that averaged merely 4.4 yards every successfully pass try and possessed his 20th video game with a number of turnovers. This could injure the newbie's possibility. For Full week 2, Nabers could be viewed as a flex choice versus a susceptible Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the debut dream managers were actually wishing for coming from the highest-drafted novice wide receiver in ESPN games over the past 20 years. Harrison ended the video game along with simply 4 obtaining lawns, the fewest in a debut through a pass receiver enjoyed the best 5 because Desmond Howard in 1992. The bright side? Harrison led the Cardinals ability setting gamers in both snaps as well as transmits operate. However, Kyler Murray possessed an uncommonly difficult activity, balancing simply 2.9 air lawns every conclusion. It's additionally worth taking note that Harrison managed only 11 courses against male insurance coverage and was certainly not targeted. A lot better days are on the perspective for this accomplished receiver. Harrison is strongly on the WR2 radar for Week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% started) Williams had a difficult time associating with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver group. Odunze had merely four targets, which was actually a letdown compared to Keenan Allen's 11 and also DJ Moore's eight. However let's dig a little bit of much deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and also Odunze (45) were in fact rather close in snaps played. The exact same opts for options manage: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and also Odunze (26 ). So, while Odunze didn't obtain as lots of appeals this time, he is actually still on the flex radar versus the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Expenses (84.8% rostered, 10.2% began) Despite the fact that Coleman really did not rack up a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or Mack Hollins, he still created a solid opinion. The novice led the staff in breaks, courses operate, targets, receptions as well as getting backyards versus the Arizona Cardinals. One more trait to note is actually that when the Costs were in 11 personnel, Coleman, Hollins as well as Shakir were on the industry with each other a great deal. In 12 personnel, it was primarily Coleman and also Hollins. This is actually certainly appealing for those that possess Coleman on their imagination crews. He's a sound flex choice in Week 2 versus the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers with seven intendeds and 39 getting gardens versus the Raiders on Sunday. He handled to recover his dream time along with an overdue goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy offense. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had not been inquired to do a lot, balancing only 5.5 lawns every successfully pass attempt. If this fad proceeds, it can restrict McConkey's imagination ceiling. Nonetheless, he's still on the flex radar for Full week 2, particularly because the Panthers' defense simply obtained torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Bay Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and directs run, however he possessed simply three aim ats. On the silver lining, he scored a 32-yard obtaining touchdown. McMillan has actually hardened his spot as the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver, as well as he might become a lot more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or Chris Godwin skip time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' wide receiver rotation is rather fluid, along with every person seeing a comparable number of snaps against the Bengals on Sunday. However, Polk possessed a single target. Maintain him on your check out list, yet he should not reside in your schedules versus the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't several positives for the Panthers on Sunday, yet one was actually Legette leading the staff in intendeds. He also participated in considerable snaps. The Panthers' wide receiver turning is 5 deep right now, so it's tough to feel confident in any one of them, especially given exactly how Bryce Youthful conducted versus the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in as well as routes operate program he had a limited duty, regardless of getting 5 intendeds. Michael Pittman Jr. is most likely to maintain a high intended reveal. Mitchell's part may diminish when Josh Downs gains coming from personal injury, so he should remain on your watch list. Keep in mind, the Colts aren't counted on to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's profession offered dream managers wish that McCaffrey might boost as the Leaders' No. 2 recipient. Week 1 presented that this won't be the case. The pops and also routes have actually been expanded between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus. It's certainly not a perfect condition, and also it's tough to see Daniels assisting much more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers immediately displayed to that he is just one of the Raiders' best choices in the passing activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Sin City Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in intendeds (8 ), mentioning a notable task in Las Vegas' outburst this year. Nonetheless, he is actually still dividing pops along with fellow tight side Michael Mayer. The fantastic information is that Bowers is managing virtually as a lot of options (26) as Davante Adams (34) and also Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The rookie could be deemed a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens.