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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs carried a heavy workload in Sunday's Week 1 overtime victory over the New Orleans Saints, logging a career-high 34 touches for 186 total yards and two touchdowns. Gibbs rushed 29 times for 152 yards and forced a career-best 12 missed tackles while playing 74% of offensive snaps. Head coach Dan Campbell praised his conditioning, noting Gibbs was the hot hand needed to secure the win.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo rushed 18 times for 81 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-20 win against the Dallas Cowboys. Returning from a dislocated ankle suffered during his rookie year, Skattebo set the physical tone for the offense and celebrated his 3-yard score with a cartwheel and backflip. Head coach John Harbaugh encouraged Skattebo to remain confident and authentic in his key backfield role.
Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion led the team in targets (5) and receptions (4) while logging 43 receiving yards during Sunday's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Concepcion also led Cleveland's wide receiver group in playing time alongside fellow rookie Denzel Boston. However, the overall struggles of the Browns' passing offense may limit his fantasy upside moving forward despite the strong initial usage.
New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson made a successful and emotional return to the field during Sunday's dominant 23-10 season-opening victory against the Tennessee Titans. Rejuvenated and eager to contribute, Wilson expressed joy over being back in action alongside a re-tooled offense led by Geno Smith. Wilson praised the team's rookie talent and overall efficiency as New York started its 2026 campaign on a high note.
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson delivered a dominant individual performance despite the team's low-scoring Week 1 contest at Pittsburgh. The 24-year-old playmaker served as the lone bright spot for an otherwise struggling Atlanta offense that scored just 13 points, racking up 173 total yards and a touchdown across 29 touches. Robinson demonstrated he is ready to lead the Falcons' offensive engine once again in his second season.
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson suffered a knee injury during the first quarter of Sunday's season-opening loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Sampson was unable to return to the contest and was reportedly seen using crutches following the game. His early departure left Cleveland's backfield work primarily to Quinshon Judkins and Raheim Sanders as the team awaits further medical evaluation on Sampson's knee.
Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins struggled to generate production during Sunday's lopsided Week 1 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Judkins managed just 33 rushing yards on 12 carries, while adding two catches for 17 yards on two targets in the passing game. He yielded some passing-down work to Raheim Sanders, but may see increased overall volume following a first-quarter knee injury to teammate Dylan Sampson.
Cleveland Browns running back Raheim Sanders siphoned passing-down reps in Sunday's lopsided Week 1 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Sanders absorbed passing-game work alongside lead back Quinshon Judkins, who was held to 33 rushing yards on 12 carries and two receptions. With fellow back Dylan Sampson departing in the first quarter due to a knee injury, Sanders could see an expanded role in Cleveland's backfield rotation moving forward.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw a third-quarter pick-six, but Cincinnati managed a 33-27 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Supported by four defensive turnovers that yielded 24 points, a Chase Brown rushing touchdown, and a 78-yard, one-TD performance from tight end Mike Gesicki, the Bengals won despite Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase experiencing rare offensive hiccups.
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington led the team with six targets in Sunday's lopsided win over the Cleveland Browns, catching five passes for 83 yards and a touchdown from Trevor Lawrence. Washington ran 18 routes on 72% of the team's 25 dropbacks, pacing the offense in a low-volume passing display where Jacksonville attempted just 23 total passes.
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jakobi Meyers ran a team-high 20 routes on 25 dropbacks during Sunday's lopsided victory over the Cleveland Browns. Despite leading Jacksonville's wideouts in route participation, overall passing volume was heavily restricted as the offense attempted just 23 total pass plays.
Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd paced the team's backfield carries in a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Operating on 30 offensive snaps with starter Josh Jacobs absent, Lloyd rushed 13 times for 37 yards—including a 12-yard run to open the second half—but went uncaught on his lone target. He ceded playing time to Chris Brooks (37 snaps) for pass protection, making for an ineffective debut despite leading the team in rushing attempts.
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen completed 20 of 29 passes for 334 yards and two touchdowns while adding six carries for 23 yards and two rushing scores in a 36-31 Week 1 win over Houston. Allen threw a 43-yard touchdown to DJ Moore and hit Joshua Palmer for the game-winning 34-yard score with 1:36 remaining after avoiding a near-interception. His two rushing touchdowns brought his career total to 81, tying him for 20th in NFL history as Buffalo erased a late deficit.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks posted two catches for 73 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-22 victory over the Commanders. With defenses focusing heavily on teammate Devonta Smith, Wicks capitalized with a career-long 64-yard reception in the first quarter and a 9-yard touchdown catch in the second. Wicks, acquired via trade from Green Bay this offseason, established himself as Philadelphia's clear WR2.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith caught three of six targets for 53 yards in a 24-22 win over the Washington Commanders, including a key 31-yard reception. Serving as the primary wideout following A.J. Brown's offseason exit, Smith drew extra defensive focus throughout the game. Despite the heavy coverage limiting his target share, Smith praised his teammates for capitalizing on the resulting 1-on-1 opportunities.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens caught three of six targets for 28 yards while dropping two early passes in Sunday's 28-20 season-opening loss to the New York Giants. Scoring just 5.8 PPR points, the output marked his lowest fantasy production in a non-Week 18 game since joining Dallas. Despite the quiet night as the Cowboys were held to 175 passing yards, the performance is viewed as offensive volatility rather than a long-term concern heading into Week 2 versus Washington.
New York Giants running back Devin Singletary recorded 10 total touches, rushing six times for 16 yards and catching four passes for 22 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-20 victory over Dallas. With veteran Najee Harris named a healthy scratch, Singletary served as the primary receiving option out of a three-man backfield rotation alongside starter Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr., providing seasoned depth and versatility for quarterback Jaxson Dart.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo rushed 18 times for a team-high 81 yards and a touchdown while recovering his own fourth-quarter fumble in Sunday's 28-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Returning from a severe open tibia fracture and ankle dislocation that ended his rookie season, Skattebo dominated backfield usage and celebrated his three-yard touchdown run with a backflip. Despite dealing with an uncalled facemask pull, he anchored the Giants' ground attack in his regular-season return.
Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams led the team with 24.4 PPR points after scoring both a rushing and receiving touchdown in Sunday's 28-20 loss to the Giants. Williams rushed 12 times for 41 yards with a one-yard score and caught all five of his targets for 31 yards and a 17-yard touchdown. With no backfield teammate logging more than two carries, Williams firmly established himself as Dallas' primary lead back heading into a Week 2 matchup with the Commanders.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo sealed a 24-22 Week 1 victory over the Washington Commanders by tackling tight end Jake Bates on a late two-point conversion attempt. Ojomo sniffed out a pulling guard and spun inside to disrupt the shovel pass. The 2023 seventh-round pick out of Texas, coming off a six-sack campaign in 2025, anchored a decisive defensive effort alongside Jalen Carter to preserve the win.
