Alright, buckle up because Week 1 is here and the fantasy football projections are already wild. Justin Herbert, a guy who was just barely clinging to QB1 status in season-long forecasts, is absolutely exploding onto the scene. He’s staring down “The QB1” spot for Week 1, and honestly, who saw this coming?
Herbert Ready To Torch the Cardinals
This Chargers offense, with an implied total of 28.5 points, is set to go off. Herbert and his squad are expected to do whatever they want against the Cardinals’ defense. Seriously, whatever they want. And unlike Jared Goff, who also saw a rise in his projections, we know Herbert brings that extra dimension with his legs. This isn’t just about throwing bombs; it’s about those crucial scrambles and rushes. If you drafted Herbert, you’re pretty much locking him in. He’s a must-start unless you’ve got Jalen Hurts somehow. That’s how big his Week 1 potential is looking.
Stevenson’s Touches Are About to Explode
Then you’ve got Rhamondre Stevenson. We just got the word that TreVeyon Henderson isn’t expected to suit up for Week 1, and that changes everything for Stevenson’s workload. Even with his efficiency dipping because of the defense the Patriots are facing, and the fact they’re road underdogs, Stevenson is still projecting as a borderline RB1. Think about it: 17 rush attempts, which is the second-highest mark out there! Plus, Mike McDonald’s defense has historically given up a ton of pass production to running backs, and Stevenson knows how to feast in the receiving game. Remember the Super Bowl? He only had seven rushes for 23 yards, but he still punched in 18.3 PPR Fantasy points because of what he did through the air. This dude is live to lead all running backs in touches this week, and you know what that means for your fantasy team.
Week 1 is always a rollercoaster, but these early projections give us a solid peek at who’s ready to dominate right out of the gate. Get those lineups set, because it’s go time!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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