.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer supervisor at a Fortune 100 financial services company, currently living my desire making fantasy as well as sports betting information about the NFL, NBA, and WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. possessed remarkable NFL debuts, yet numerous other very proclaimed rookies really did not live up to lofty expectations.What analytical tidbits must you know coming from the first full week of action, as well as which novices should you check out very closely hence on out?Let's check out at the greatest takeaways coming from the rookies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the ball by means of the air yet was actually especially powerful on the ground vs. Tampa Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% started) Daniels' 28.1 dream factors in his launching went over, thanks greatly to his hurrying capacity. He wound up with the second-most hurrying lawns by a quarterback in an NFL launching considering that 1950 and ended up being the initial QB ever to hurry for 80 gardens and also 2 goals in his 1st activity. However, he did possess some issue as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unforeseen given his remarkable university stats. He is actually the only player in FBS past along with 12,000 job passing backyards and also 3,000 hurrying backyards. He rarely tried deep-seated throws, averaging merely 2.0 air backyards per conclusion, compared to 8.4 sky backyards per conclusion at LSU last period. For Week 2 against the Giants, he is actually resembling a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% started) It is actually opportunity to begin your dream football seasonCreate an organization and also tailor game dimension, slashing and also guidelines to play in the organization you want to play in.Create a league today!This had not been the launching dream supervisors were actually wishing for from Williams. He failed to toss a touchdown as well as his 3.2 yards per effort were actually the 2nd most competitive by a first-round selection in their debut (minimum required 15 attempts) in NFL past history. And also, 31% of his throws were off intended versus the Titans. For circumstance, that's the most awful through a Bears QB given that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target cost in Full week 1 of the 2020 period. While Williams did show improvement as the second one-half went on, the Bears' offense completed with only 148 total yards. That is actually the least through any group in a season-opening succeed given that the 1999 Giants. Williams will likely improve with each activity, however, for now, he's more of a QB2 than the QB1 our team expected. The Bears take a trip to Houston to handle the Texans in Week 2, which should confirm to be a difficult matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had a drafting versus the Seahawks, along with his dream performance salvaged simply by his hurrying backyards. He balanced an inadequate 6.2 air backyards per try as well as merely 2.7 air yards per fulfillment. Certain, the Seahawks have a proficient additional, but Nix's value is actually much higher in deeper superflex leagues today. For Full week 2 versus the Steelers, he is actually resembling a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye watched coming from the sidelines as the Patriots carried out a disturbed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a game manager and also do with 8.0 imagination points. The Patriots' longest play was actually just 17 backyards. Always keep Maye on your watch checklist as New England handles the Seahawks in Full week 2. Operating backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he broke complimentary for a 31-yard jog in his NFL launching. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving had 11 touches against the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White observed 21. The newbie from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his quickness. White's strong point is his receiving capability, as well as he ran 19 routes, compared to Irving's seven. It'll interest view exactly how the rookie's duty grows in the coming full weeks, as both Irving as well as White eclipsed 75 yards from skirmish versus Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson possessed merely 3 rushing tries against the Expenses. It's likewise worth taking note that Emari Demercado ran as the Cardinals' third-down back. Nonetheless, there is actually a break in the clouds. James Conner finished with 19 styles. If Conner misses time, Benson would instantly jump onto the RB2 radar. Our experts'll find if the novice acquires additional touches versus the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is starting the season on the PUP/NFI checklist as he bounces back coming from the torn ACL he suffered final November at Texas. This implies he'll be actually out for at least the initial 4 video games. The Panthers possessed a sketching against the Saints on Sunday, shedding through 37 points, the fifth-largest frame of victory in a season opener in between division opponents in the final 50 years. Chuba Hubbard possessed merely six rushing attempts in that game. With the outburst appearing distressing, it is actually certainly not excellent headlines for those stowing away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo Bills (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis had only 4 touches against the Cardinals. He is actually certainly not a big aspect of the Expenses' outburst yet. However if James Cook, that had 22 touches, misses out on time, Davis could become more relevant in imagination. The Bills encounter the Dolphins in Week 2. Keep Davis on your view list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright was inactive (trainer's choice) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 activity against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert shared backfield responsibilities. Achane ended the video game with 17 contacts and 23.0 fantasy ideas. For Wright to become imagination relevant, he would certainly require either Achane or Mostert to overlook time. Our experts'll observe if he creates his NFL debut Thursday night versus the Buffalo grass Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It's astonishing to find Ronnie Rivers ahead of Corum on the Rams' depth graph. Numerous assumed the Rams made Corum 83rd general to aid reduce Kyren Williams' bunch, specifically given that they possess identical capability. Corum took care of 505 hurrying efforts in his final 2 seasons at Michigan, confirming he can deal with a massive amount of work. Undoubtedly a scenario worth keeping an eye on, but it's safe to say this had not been a Full week 1 that Corum supervisors were actually wanting to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Veggie Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday night's game versus the Eagles noted as suspicious. He missed out on Tuesday's strategy and was restricted Wednesday and also Thursday due to that unpleasant hamstring trauma. Unless Josh Jacobs, that possessed 18 contacts against the Eagles, misses out on opportunity, Lloyd most likely won't have much dream significance. I am actually additionally regarded concerning the Packers' offensive collection. Jacobs was obtaining attacked at or even responsible for the line of skirmish way regularly on Friday night. Always keep Lloyd on your watch list as the Packers get ready for the Colts in Week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 rushing lawns are actually the absolute most by a Chargers player due to the fact that Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Full week 5 of the 2022 period versus the Browns. As well as he did it on simply 10 tries! This really highlights the potential of what Vidal might bring to the desk if either Dobbins or even Gus Edwards misses out on 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 pleasant in his pro launching, providing Trevor Lawrence an additional big-play alternative. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Urban Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% started) Worthwhile took advantage of his 3 contacts, finishing with 20.8 imagination factors versus the Ravens last Thursday. It's reasonable to examine whether such creation may be maintained along with only 3 contacts. While it is actually unlikely, there are actually some motivating indications. Worthwhile functioned 23 options, mostly troubles, and also participated in 36 snaps, which are actually varieties not far off coming from Rashee Rice. The majority of his pops came from 11 employees, revealing he was involved in the offense. Deserving may be looked at a WR4 along with WR3 upside up until Marquee Brown returns coming from his shoulder personal injury. The Chiefs are actually readied to deal with the Bengals in Week 2, thus watch on how engaged Worthwhile resides in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in breaks, routes operate and also getting yards. yet Thomas had not been far responsible for. He supplied an excellent launching along with 14.7 imagination aspects, featuring his initial NFL goal. Final season at LSU, he led the FBS with 17 receiving goals. That's the third most in school past, right responsible for Ja'Marr Hunt (twenty) and also Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas appeared so really good, he might ultimately outperform Christian Kirk in the position. He's securely on the flex radar moving in to Full week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, Nyc Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson stunned many through do with additional intendeds (12) and also celebrations (6) than Nabers, that had merely 5 aim ats. Nabers performed take care of to squeeze by Robinson in acquiring gardens, do with 66. In reality, this was actually one of the most obtaining backyards through a Giants gamer creating his launching considering that Darius Slayton in 2019. Having said that, the greater issue is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, who averaged only 4.4 lawns every elapsed try as well as possessed his 20th game along with multiple turn overs. This could possibly injure the novice's capacity. For Full week 2, Nabers could be considered as a flex choice versus a vulnerable Leaders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% started) This isn't the debut dream managers were actually hoping for from the highest-drafted newbie pass receiver in ESPN games over recent 20 years. Harrison ended the game along with only 4 obtaining yards, the least in a launching through a wide receiver taken in the leading 5 since Desmond Howard in 1992. The silver lining? Harrison led the Cardinals skill posture players in each breaks as well as transmits run. Having Said That, Kyler Murray possessed an uncommonly difficult game, averaging simply 2.9 air lawns every finalization. It is actually additionally worth keeping in mind that Harrison operated merely 11 routes versus man insurance coverage as well as was certainly not targeted. Better days are actually on the horizon for this accomplished receiver. Harrison is actually firmly on the WR2 radar for Week 2 against the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% began) Williams possessed a difficult time associating with the Bears' much-hyped wide receiver group. Odunze had merely four aim ats, which was a setback compared with Keenan Allen's 11 and also DJ Moore's eight. But permit's dig a little deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and also Odunze (45) were really fairly approach pops played. The very same opts for paths operate: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and Odunze (26 ). So, while Odunze didn't acquire as lots of appearances 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 didn't score a touchdown like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still created a powerful feeling. The newbie led the staff in pops, paths run, intendeds, receptions and also getting backyards versus the Arizona Cardinals. One more point to details is actually that when the Expenses resided in 11 staffs, Coleman, Hollins as well as Shakir were on the industry with each other a great deal. In 12 workers, it was actually mainly Coleman and Hollins. This is actually absolutely appealing for those that have Coleman on their fantasy teams. He's a solid flex option in Full week 2 against the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% started) McConkey led the Chargers with 7 targets as well as 39 getting gardens against the Raiders on Sunday. He took care of to save his fantasy day along with an overdue touchdown in Los Angeles' run-heavy outburst. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert wasn't inquired to do much, balancing simply 5.5 backyards every elapsed effort. If this fad carries on, it could possibly confine McConkey's fantasy ceiling. Having said that, he's still on the flex radar for Full week 2, specifically due to the fact that the Panthers' defense only acquired torched due to the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Bay Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps as well as routes run, however he possessed simply three intendeds. On the bright side, he racked up a 32-yard receiving touchdown. McMillan has actually solidified his place as the Buccaneers' No. 3 receiver, as well as he can come to be even more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or Chris Godwin miss out on time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' pass receiver turning is fairly fluid, along with everybody viewing a comparable number of pops versus the Bengals on Sunday. Having said that, Polk possessed just one target. Keep him on your view listing, yet he should not be in your schedules against the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't numerous positives for the Panthers on Sunday, yet one was actually Legette leading the team in aim ats. He additionally played substantial pops. The Panthers' pass receiver turning is actually 5 deep today, so it's tough to feel great in some of all of them, specifically provided how Bryce Youthful done against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps participated in as well as paths operate program he had a limited part, even with acquiring five aim ats. Michael Pittman Jr. is most likely to keep a high target portion. Mitchell's duty might diminish when Josh Downs gains from personal injury, therefore he needs to stay on your check out checklist. Always remember, the Colts may not be counted on to be a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's field provided fantasy supervisors hope that McCaffrey could step up as the Leaders' No. 2 recipient. Full week 1 showed that this will not be the case. The snaps and routes have actually been spread between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and also Olamide Zaccheaus. It's not an excellent situation, and also it's tough to see Daniels supporting greater than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers quickly revealed that he's one of the Raiders' top options in the passing away activity. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in aim ats (8 ), mentioning a considerable function in Sin city' outburst this year. Having said that, he is actually still breaking breaks with fellow tight end Michael Mayer. The excellent headlines is actually that Bowers is actually managing virtually as numerous routes (26) as Davante Adams (34) as well as Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie can be viewed as a low-end TE1 in Week 2 versus the Baltimore Ravens.