.Eric Moody, ESPNSep 8, 2024, 10:39 PM ETCloseFormer manager at a Luck 100 economic solutions company, currently living my aspiration making imagination and sports betting web content regarding the NFL, NBA, as well as WNBA for ESPN.Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels as well as Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. had excellent NFL debuts, yet numerous other strongly boasted rookies really did not live up to lofty expectations.What statistical details must you understand coming from the 1st full week of activity, as well as which rookies should you watch closely from here on out?Let's take a look at the greatest takeaways coming from the newbies in their NFL debuts.QuarterbacksTop performerJayden Daniels moved the round by means of the sky yet was especially strong on the ground vs. Tampa Gulf. Julio Aguilar/Getty ImagesJayden Daniels, Washington Commanders (86.3% rostered, 30.1% began) Daniels' 28.1 dream aspects in his launching went over, many thanks greatly to his hurrying capability. He wound up along with the second-most rushing yards by a quarterback in an NFL debut given that 1950 and also became the very first QB ever to hurry for 80 gardens and also pair of touchdowns in his first activity. Nonetheless, he carried out have some trouble as a passer versus the Buccaneers, which was actually unpredicted offered his exceptional college stats. He's the only player in FBS past with 12,000 career passing gardens and also 3,000 rushing lawns. He rarely sought deep-seated throws, balancing simply 2.0 sky yards every conclusion, compared with 8.4 air backyards per completion at LSU final time. For Week 2 versus the Giants, he is actually looking like a low-end QB1.Keep 'em rosteredCaleb Williams, Chicago Bears (82.8% rostered, 23.3% started) It's time to start your imagination regulation football seasonCreate a game and personalize organization measurements, scoring as well as guidelines to play in the organization you would like to participate in in.Create a league today!This wasn't the debut dream supervisors were expecting coming from Williams. He didn't throw a touchdown and also his 3.2 gardens every try were actually the 2nd cheapest by a first-round pick in their launching (minimum required 15 attempts) in NFL record. And also, 31% of his tosses were off target versus the Titans. For situation, that is actually the most awful through a Bears QB due to the fact that Mitchell Trubisky's 39% off-target fee in Full week 1 of the 2020 time. While Williams performed show improvement as the 2nd one-half took place, the Bears' offense finished with just 148 total yards. That is actually the least through any type of staff in a season-opening win because the 1999 Giants. Williams is going to likely improve along with each video game, however, for today, he's additional of a QB2 than the QB1 our experts expected. The Bears take a trip to Houston to tackle the Texans in Full week 2, which need to verify to become a tough matchup.Others to watchBo Nix, Denver Broncos (13.4% rostered) Nix had a drafting against the Seahawks, with his dream performance saved only by his rushing lawns. He averaged an unsatisfactory 6.2 air gardens per attempt and also simply 2.7 sky gardens every fulfillment. Sure, the Seahawks possess a proficient additional, however Nix's value is higher in much deeper superflex games at this moment. For Week 2 versus the Steelers, he is actually seeming like a low-end QB2.Drake Maye, New England Patriots (3.3% rostered) Maye checked out from the subsidiaries as the Patriots pulled off a disturbed against the Bengals. Jacoby Brissett was actually a video game supervisor and finished with 8.0 dream points. The Patriots' lengthiest play was actually only 17 yards. Always keep Maye on your watch listing as New England takes on the Seahawks in Full week 2. Operating backsBucky Irving opened up eyes when he cracked free for a 31-yard jog in his NFL debut. Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesTop performerBucky Irving, Tampa bay Gulf Buccaneers (20.8% rostered, 0.5% began) Irving had 11 touches against the Leaders on Sunday, while Rachaad White found 21. The novice coming from Oregon's 31-yard run showcased his explosiveness. White's strong suit is his acquiring capability, and he ran 19 courses, compared with Irving's 7. It'll interest enjoy just how the novice's job progresses in the coming full weeks, as both Irving and White darkened 75 yards from scrimmage versus Washington.Keep 'em rosteredTrey Benson, Arizona Cardinals (53.8% rostered, 0.7% started) Benson had only 3 rushing attempts versus the Expenses. It's likewise worth noting that Emari Demercado functioned as the Cardinals' third-down spine. Having said that, there is actually a positive side. James Conner finished with 19 styles. If Conner misses time, Benson will right away hop onto the RB2 radar. We'll view if the rookie acquires even more touches versus the Los Angeles Rams in Full Week 2. Jonathon Brooks, Carolina Panthers (74.7% rostered) Brooks is actually beginning the time on the PUP/NFI checklist as he recoups coming from the torn ACL he experienced final November at Texas. This indicates he'll be actually out for a minimum of the initial four games. The Panthers had an outlining against the Saints on Sunday, shedding by 37 factors, the fifth-largest frame of success in a period opener between division opponents in the last half a century. Chuba Hubbard had only six rushing tries because game. With the outburst appearing terrible, it is actually not excellent information for those tucking away Brooks on IR.Others to watchRay Davis, Buffalo grass Costs (14.2% rostered) Publisher's PicksDavis possessed merely four contacts against the Cardinals. He's certainly not a large aspect of the Bills' offense yet. However if James Prepare, that possessed 22 touches, misses out on time, Davis can end up being even more pertinent in imagination. The Bills experience the Dolphins in Week 2. Always keep Davis on your view list.Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins (22.5% rostered) Wright was inactive (coach's decision) for the Dolphins' Full week 1 game against the Jaguars. De'Von Achane as well as Raheem Mostert discussed backfield duties. Achane ended the video game with 17 contacts and 23.0 imagination ideas. For Wright to end up being dream pertinent, he 'd need to have either Achane or even Mostert to miss out on time. We'll observe if he creates his NFL launching Thursday night versus the Buffalo Bills.Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams (59.9% rostered) It is actually surprising to view Ronnie Rivers in front of Corum on the Rams' intensity graph. Many thought the Rams composed Corum 83rd overall to aid reduce Kyren Williams' lots, particularly due to the fact that they possess comparable ability. Corum took care of 505 rushing tries in his last two times at Michigan, confirming he can easily take care of a hefty workload. Undoubtedly a circumstance worth keeping an eye on, but it is actually safe to say this wasn't a Week 1 that Corum supervisors were actually wishing to see.MarShawn Lloyd, Green Gulf Packers (22.4% rostered) Lloyd entered Friday evening's activity against the Eagles detailed as dubious. He overlooked Tuesday's strategy and was confined Wednesday and Thursday due to that irritating hamstring injury. Unless Josh Jacobs, who had 18 touches against the Eagles, overlooks time, Lloyd most likely will not have a lot fantasy significance. I'm additionally involved concerning the Packers' objectionable product line. Jacobs was receiving hit at or even responsible for free throw line of scrimmage technique regularly on Friday night. Maintain Lloyd on your view listing as the Packers plan for the Colts in Week 2. Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers (3.2% rostered) J.K. Dobbins' 135 hurrying gardens are the most through a Chargers gamer since Austin Ekeler's 173 yards in Full week 5 of the 2022 season versus the Browns. And he performed it on merely 10 tries! This really highlights the ability of what Vidal could possibly bring to the desk if either Dobbins or Gus Edwards overlooks time in Greg Roman's run-heavy outburst. The sixth-rounder out of Troy was inactive in the season-opener versus the Raiders.Wide receiversBrian Thomas Jr. looked comfortable in his expert debut, offering Trevor Lawrence another big-play option. Megan Briggs/Getty ImagesTop performersXavier Worthy, Kansas Metropolitan Area Chiefs (89.0% rostered, 16.1% began) Worthy maximized his 3 contacts, finishing with 20.8 dream aspects against the Ravens last Thursday. It's understandable to examine whether such creation could be maintained along with only 3 contacts. While it is actually not likely, there are some stimulating indicators. Worthwhile worked 23 options, predominantly snags, as well as participated in 36 breaks, which are amounts stone's throw off from Rashee Rice. Many of his breaks came from 11 staffs, revealing he was actually associated with the outburst. Worthwhile can be thought about a WR4 with WR3 upside till Marquise Brown come backs coming from his shoulder injury. The Chiefs are actually set to encounter the Bengals in Full week 2, therefore keep an eye on how involved Worthwhile is in that matchup.Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars (78.2% rostered, 4.3% started) Gabe Davis led the Jaguars in pops, paths run as well as getting yards. however Thomas wasn't far behind. He supplied a stellar debut with 14.7 imagination aspects, featuring his very first NFL goal. Final period at LSU, he led the FBS along with 17 receiving touchdowns. That's the third most in school past history, right responsible for Ja'Marr Chase (20) as well as Justin Jefferson (18) coming from 2019. Thomas appeared therefore really good, he might at some point go beyond Christian Kirk in the pecking order. He is actually firmly on the flex radar heading in to Full week 2 versus the Browns.Malik Nabers, New York Giants (97.4% rostered, 71.8% began) Wan' Dale Robinson surprised many through completed with more aim ats (12) and also events (6) than Nabers, that had only 5 intendeds. Nabers did handle to slip by Robinson in acquiring lawns, do with 66. In fact, this was the most obtaining yards by a Giants gamer making his debut because Darius Slayton in 2019. Nevertheless, the larger concern is actually quarterback Daniel Jones, that averaged just 4.4 lawns per pass try as well as possessed his 20th game along with various turnovers. This might harm the rookie's possibility. For Week 2, Nabers can be viewed as a flex choice versus a vulnerable Commanders secondary.Keep 'em rosteredMarvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals (99.5% rostered, 92.1% began) This isn't the debut imagination supervisors were actually expecting from the highest-drafted rookie pass receiver in ESPN games over recent two decades. Harrison finished the activity with only 4 getting lawns, the fewest in a launching by a pass receiver consumed the top five due to the fact that Desmond Howard in 1992. The bright side? Harrison led the Cardinals skill-set posture gamers in both pops and also transmits operate. Having Said That, Kyler Murray possessed an extraordinarily difficult game, balancing simply 2.9 sky lawns per conclusion. It's likewise worth keeping in mind that Harrison ran just 11 courses against man protection as well as was certainly not targeted. Better days are actually on the horizon for this talented recipient. Harrison is firmly on the WR2 radar for Full week 2 versus the Rams.Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears (84.3% rostered, 5.9% began) Williams had a bumpy ride connecting with the Bears' much-hyped pass receiver team. Odunze possessed simply 4 intendeds, which was actually a frustration compared to Keenan Allen's 11 as well as DJ Moore's eight. However permit's dig a little deeper. Allen (41 ), Moore (52 ), and also Odunze (forty five) were really fairly close in pops played. The same goes for courses run: Allen (23 ), Moore (28 ), and also Odunze (26 ). Therefore, while Odunze failed to get as a lot of looks this moment, he is actually still on the flex radar against the Texans.Keon Coleman, Buffalo Expenses (84.8% rostered, 10.2% started) Even though Coleman failed to score a goal like Khalil Shakir or even Mack Hollins, he still produced a solid opinion. The novice led the group in breaks, courses manage, intendeds, receivings and also acquiring lawns versus the Arizona Cardinals. One more trait to details is that when the Costs remained in 11 personnel, Coleman, Hollins and Shakir were on the industry with each other a whole lot. In 12 staffs, it was primarily Coleman and Hollins. This is actually most definitely encouraging for those who have Coleman on their dream crews. He's a solid flex alternative in Full week 2 against the Dolphins.Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers (82.4% rostered, 5.5% began) McConkey led the Chargers with 7 aim ats as well as 39 getting gardens against the Raiders on Sunday. He managed to restore his fantasy day with a late goal in Los Angeles' run-heavy outburst. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had not been asked to perform much, averaging simply 5.5 lawns every elapsed try. If this trend proceeds, it can limit McConkey's imagination ceiling. However, he is actually still on the flex radar for Week 2, specifically considering that the Panthers' protection simply obtained torched by the Saints.Others to watchJalen McMillan, Tampa bay Gulf Buccaneers (3.1% rostered) McMillan led the Buccaneers in snaps and directs run, but he possessed simply 3 targets. On the silver lining, he scored a 32-yard obtaining goal. McMillan has strengthened his location as the Buccaneers' No. 3 recipient, and he could possibly come to be even more fantasy-relevant if Mike Evans or even Chris Godwin miss time.Ja' Lynn Polk, New England Patriots (32.5% rostered) The Patriots' pass receiver turning is pretty liquid, along with everyone observing an identical lot of snaps against the Bengals on Sunday. Having said that, Polk had only one intended. Keep him on your view listing, yet he should not reside in your lineups versus the Seahawks in Full week 2. Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers (29.1% rostered) There weren't a lot of positives for the Panthers on Sunday, but one was actually Legette leading the staff in targets. He additionally played substantial pops. The Panthers' wide receiver turning is five deeper at the moment, so it is difficult to feel great in any of all of them, specifically provided how Bryce Youthful carried out against the Saints.Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis Colts (33.5% rostered) Mitchell's snaps played and also paths operate show he possessed a limited role, despite acquiring five aim ats. Michael Pittman Jr. is actually most likely to maintain a higher aim at portion. Mitchell's part might diminish when Josh Downs yields from accident, thus he must stay on your watch checklist. Remember, the Colts aren't anticipated to become a pass-heavy offense.Luke McCaffrey, Washington Commanders (6.0% rostered) Jahan Dotson's profession provided imagination managers wish that McCaffrey can step up as the Commanders' No. 2 recipient. Full week 1 revealed that this will not hold true. The snaps as well as routes have actually been spread out in between McCaffrey, Dyami Brown and also Olamide Zaccheaus. It's not a suitable circumstance, as well as it's tough to see Daniels sustaining more than one fantasy-relevant receiver.Tight endBrock Bowers quickly indicated that he is just one of the Raiders' top possibilities in the death game. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn ImagesBrock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders (85.0% rostered, 31.8% began) Bowers led the Raiders in targets (8 ), hinting at a substantial part in Sin city' offense this year. Nonetheless, he is actually still breaking breaks along with fellow cramping end Michael Mayer. The great information is actually that Bowers is actually running virtually as several routes (26) as Davante Adams (34) and Jakobi Meyers (31 ). The newbie could be viewed as a low-end TE1 in Full week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens.