Kincaid was the recipient of many of Josh Allen’s biggest throws of the game, including a 35-yarder to put him over 100 yards on Buffalo’s final non-kneeldown drive. Kincaid played 42-of-57 snaps, a 73 percent rate he never came close to hitting in any game last year. It sure seems like there’s no reason for the Bills to not target him if he can stay healthy; so it will be hard to not recommend him as a TE1 against the Lions on TNF.
Dotson actually operated as the second receiver for the Falcons in this one, running a route on 20 of the team’s 29 dropbacks. He also played 38 snaps, while Olamide Zaccheaus played just 18. That didn’t amount to much, but it’s something for fantasy managers in deeper leagues to keep in mind when Michael Penix eventually gets back onto the field.
Zaccheaus was on the field for 18 of the team’s 61 snaps and ran a route on 11 of their 29 dropbacks. Rookie Zachariah Branch ran a route on eight dropbacks. Neither player appears to be a major factor on an offense that really wants to run the ball, especially with Cooper Rush at quarterback.
The good news is he was healthy enough to play after he was seemingly sidelined towards the end of training camp with something the Bills never disclosed. He played 30-of-57 snaps. The bad news is that if Dalton Kincaid is going to be this involved, it’s not likely that Shakir will be targeted enough to crack the WR3 ranks. A lot can change — and Kincaid isn’t known for his durability — but it was a “meh” debut for Shakir as he fell behind Kincaid and DJ Moore in the passing pecking order.
Tolbert is listed as a second-stringer on the Dolphins’ depth, reinforcing coach Jeff Hafley’s confidence in rookie WRs Chris Bell and Caleb Douglas. Those two are listed as starters alongside slot WR Malik Washington. A wait-and-see approach is probably smart for the rookies, but they can be started in the FLEX spot as needed. Cook will serve as the emergency third quarterback.
Greenard was ruled out before the weekend, but aside from his absence, the Eagles will be operating at full strength as they look to kick things off against the Commanders in their season opener. McKee will serve as the Eagles’ emergency QB3.
The second-year pro was initially deemed questionable in the first half, but was ruled out after the break. It thins the Bucs’ already highly-questionable depth in the secondary.
Banks is dealing with knee tendinitis. He was limited in practice throughout the week before being listed as questionable. Rookie Jager Burton is expected to start at left guard.
Love missed a few weeks after sustaining a high ankle injury in his only preseason action but had enough time to get right before Week 1. The rookie first rounder will likely function as Arizona’s unquestioned No. 1 back barring any setbacks to his ankle injury. While his Week 1 matchup against LA is less than ideal, Love should be in all fantasy lineups. Cardinals declared Carson Beck, RG Isaiah Adams, DB Garrett Williams, S Rabbit Taylor-Demerson, DL Andrew Billings, and WR Reggie Virgil inactive for the team’s season opener.
Raiders veteran TE Michael Mayer starts in Bowers’ stead after signing a lucrative contract extension on Saturday. Mayer should be treated as a TE1 this week. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported this morning that the Raiders “believe there’s a realistic chance” Bowers can play in Week 1 against the Chargers despite undergoing a meniscus trim on Tuesday. It would be a quick turnaround, especially with the Mayer at the ready, but we shall see how things pan out. O’Connell will serve as the emergency third quarterback today.
Claiborne was slated for RB3 duties after making the Vikings’ final roster over Zavier Scott, but he’ll have to wait at least one more week. He is not worth holding, even in deep fantasy formats.
Mitchell, a limited participant in practice for much of the week, will suit up for the Bolts’ season opener against Arizona. He should see a handful of designed touches in Mike McDaniel’s offense while Omarion Hampton functions as the team’s lead back and Kimani Vidal mixes in here and there. Mitchell can be used as a second flex option for now. Chargers declared S RJ Mickens, CB Deane Leonard, OL Logan Taylor, OL Alex Harkey, and OL Trevor Penning inactive for their season opener.
Lane caught 1-of-3 targets for 11 yards in his pro debut and had a short touchdown overturned in the second quarter on a holding penalty. Lane was seeing significant work in the first half. His 24 first-half snaps, per TruMedia, were good for the second-most among Ravens receivers. We’ll now wait for word on his status ahead of Week 2’s game against the Saints.
Flowers put in more than a day’s worth of work in the first half of Sunday’s game. He opened the game with a 49-yard reception that fell just two yards shy of a touchdown, but found the end zone in the second quarter when he burst upfield for a 54-yard score to put the Ravens up 21-6. Flowers’ day officially ends with a 5-150-1 line on six targets. Flowers was dealing with this hamstring injury entering Sunday’s game, but hopefully it won’t keep him on the sidelines for Week 2’s game against the Saints.
It was a monstrous offensive showing from the Jaguars, led by Lawrence and his four passing touchdowns. He opened scoring with a 30-yard touchdown throw to Parker Washington in the first quarter, tossing two more scores in the first half. Lawrence flexed his mobility with a lob on the run to Jakobi Meyers for a 32-yard touchdown in the third quarter. With a comfortable lead, Lawrence rested in the fourth quarter, finishing with a whopping 0.72 EPA per play. Nick Mullens tallied three kneel-downs in relief. Liam Coen’s offense will generate many fantasy opportunities across the board, especially when operating as efficiently as it did Week 1. Lawrence built upon his solid 2025 season with an all-star showing Week 1 against the Browns and should be a low-end fantasy QB1 for Week 2 against a tougher Broncos defense.
Thomas exited in the second quarter against the Browns with a shoulder issue. He had three receptions prior to his exit and is questionable to return. Rookie Josh Cameron will see more opportunities while Thomas is out.
Flowers has been dealing with a hamstring injury, but that didn’t appear to slow him early on. In one half of play, Flowers has caught five passes for 150 yards and one touchdown, and had receptions of 49 and 54 yards. We’ll see if Flowers can return in the second half, but if not, Lamar Jackson will have Rashod Bateman and Ja’Kobi Lane as his top two receivers the rest of the way.
The maligned first-round rookie had a rugged, 30-yard catch-and-run to the Titans’ four-yard line on the Jets’ opening series, but got his right ankle rolled up on in the process. He required the assistance of a cart, but the Jets claimed he might still return. He was then ruled out at halftime. It’s a brutal blow for a first-rounder who supposedly had a rough summer. Despite the delayed ruleout, Cooper should definitely be considered on the wrong side of questionable for Week 2. If he is occupying one of your final bench spots, he will be a shaky hold during this week’s all-important waivers run.
The offseason trade acquisition went down very early in the proceedings, though the Jets claimed he was “questionable.” He was seen trying to warm up and return. He was then downgraded to “doubtful” after halftime, and would appear to be done for the afternoon. Injuries have been an ongoing issue for the 29-year-old, though they are typically not of the season-ending variety. The fact that Fitzpatrick tried to return today suggests he could be out there for Week 2.
Sampson went to the medical tent during the first quarter of the Browns’ Week 1 game against the Jaguars. He then headed to the locker room to be further evaluated for a knee injury and is questionable to return. Sampson is the Browns’ third-down/passing-down back; Quinshon Judkins will see more of those snaps while Sampson is out.
Sampson returned a kickoff and played on a third down play against the Jaguars before exiting in the first quarter. He left for the locker room with a knee injury and was promptly ruled out. Third-string running back Raheim Sanders will get more run with Sampson out.
Schefter added Brown will miss four to six weeks with the high ankle sprain he sustained on Wednesday night against the Seahawks. It could be much longer than that before Brown is back to full health and operating as the Patriots’ alpha WR1. For now, Mack Hollins will slide into three-receiver sets and Romeo Doubs — who didn’t catch any of his three targets against Seattle — will likely function as Drake Maye’s top option. Demario Douglas could be an interesting add in deeper formats after leading the team with seven targets in Week 1.
Bowers underwent a meniscus trim on Tuesday after getting banged up in training camp. It would be a surprisingly quick turnaround for Bowers, especially after he dealt with knee issues throughout the 2025 season. As long as it doesn’t affect his play, fantasy managers will be thrilled to get their superstar tight end back after just one week. In the meantime, Michael Mayer will start in his place. Mayer profiles as a mid-range TE2 for Week 1 versus the Dolphins.