Offensive Dynasty Fantasy Football Players on the Rise: Bhayshul Tuten, Harold Fannin and More

As week 2 nears, let's discuss some dynasty assets on the rise after a single week of play.

We'll look at offensive players only here. Check back soon for a look at defensive players on the rise.

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Quarterbacks On the Rise

Drake Maye, J.J. McCarthy and Cameron Ward are all rising after a week of play.

Maye didn't help the Patriots to a win in week 1, but he looked pretty solid against the Raiders.

He was 30-of-46 passing for 287 yards, a score and an interception. He rushed for 11 yards on four attempts.

The 287-yard outing set a career high, and his 65.2% completion mark was the sixth-highest mark of his career. It was a step in the right direction for Maye, who might take on more in his second year in the league.

McCarthy made his first NFL start on Monday night against the Bears. He helped the team to a comeback win.

He started the game slow, but ended up throwing for 143 yards, two scores and a pick on 13-of-20 passing. McCarthy rushed for 25 yards and a score on two attempts.

Things weren't looking good for McCarthy and his fantasy outlook, but the comeback showed us something, and allowed us to see his talents on display. With more time, we'll get a better idea of what kind of fantasy asset McCarthy could be, but he's definitely on the rise after a week.

Ward and the Titans were bottled up against a tough Denver defense in week 1. Ward wasn't the best, but he also didn't completely fall apart, so I'd call that a win.

He was 12-of-28 as a passer, throwing for 112 yards and no scores or picks. Ward didn't attempt a rush, but lost a fumble on one of the six sacks he took.

Things will lighten up eventually for him. While he might not be a high-end fantasy asset in his rookie year, I'm excited to see how he looks against easier competition, and then hopefully we get better results in his next tough matchup.

Running Backs On the Rise

Bhayshul Tuten got a nice boost to his fantasy value in week 1, and it didn't have much to do with actual play on the field.

Tuten played just four snaps, and turned three carries into 11 yards.

Tank Bigsby served as the team's backup to Travis Etienne, but Bigsby was traded to the Eagles this week, meaning Tuten is the new No. 2 back for the Jags.

It's not a super favorable role right now, but in the long run, there's a chance Tuten becomes the No. 1 RB for Jacksonville. Etienne looked great in week 1, so it'll take an injury or poor showings to get Etienne off that top role this season.

In the long run though, Tuten definitely got a boost this week, so he's worth stashing in some deeper dynasty leagues.

Dylan Sampson was another rookie who gained some value after one week.

With Quinshon Judkins signed, but not ready to play yet, Sampson turned 33 snaps into 20 touches and a big fantasy showing. He rushed 12 times for 29 yards, but caught all eight of his targets for 64 more yards.

Most believe that Judkins will eventually lead this backfield, but Sampson showed enough in week 1 to probably earn himself some kind of role, even if he's not the lead back for the long haul. Throw in that Judkins is dealing with legal issues already and Sampson is definitely worth stashing in every dynasty league.

He can help you out right now, and possibly be a really nice option for the long haul. I'd make him a top priority if he was still available in my dynasty/keeper league.

Wide Receivers On the Rise

Tetairoa McMillan and Emeka Egbuka were among the rookie wideouts to deliver good showings in their first regular season games.

McMillan got nine targets in the team's week 1 loss to Jacksonville. He turned five catches into 68 yards.

Many wondered if McMillan could deliver with Bryce Young at quarterback, and week 1 showed he could. Things might not be super consistent, but there's enough value in him to justify playing him now, and his long-term value is definitely still high.

If you are looking to invest in McMillan, I'd do it soon. The more solid showings he puts together, the more his dynasty/keeper value is going to rise. Even if your team is set at receiver, stashing him, or having him as a flex option, it is a smart idea in my eyes.

I think McMillan could be a stud fantasy receiver down the line. In time, Carolina should figure out its quarterback situation, and it'll benefit McMillan the most.

Egbuka hauled in four receptions in the opener against the Falcons. He turned those into 67 yards and two scores though.  

While he tied for second in targets, and still trailed Mike Evans, Egbuka definitely showed he belonged in week 1. I was high on Egbuka early in the season with Jalen McMillan and Chris Godwin out, and there's a chance Egbuka plays so well that he remains the team's No. 2 wideout after those guys are back in the lineup.

In the long run, Egbuka could eventually become the team's go-to wideout, either as Evans ages, or after he retires. The rookie showed plenty in the opener, and his value is only likely to increase from here.

Get him on your team soon, because his dynasty/keeper value is already skyrocketing.

Tight Ends On the Rise

We'll keep with the rookie theme and discuss Tyler Warren and Harold Fannin to wrap things up.

Warren was already viewed as a top-end dynasty asset coming into the season, but he showed enough in one week to really cement that high value right away.

He was targeted nine times in the team's lopsided win over the Dolphins in week 1. Warren caught seven of the passes for 76 yards, and also rushed once for three yards.

I figured the Colts would get him involved in more ways than just being a pass catcher, and we got a glimpse of it in week 1. I'd expect even more versatility as the year, and his career, progresses.

He's a locked-in fantasy starter at tight end already, so his dynasty value could be that of the top-end tight ends soon. If you are interested in adding Warren to your team, you better do it soon.

Not only will he be able to help you this season, but his long-term value looks sky high too. Get him rostered ASAP.

I liked Fannin coming into the season, but worried that David Njoku being on the same team would hinder his value and production. Well, Fannin made that a moot point in a hurry, and actually outproduced Njoku, by a lot.

Fannin was targeted nine times in the team's loss to the Bengals in week 1. He made seven grabs for 63 yards, and rushed once for a 3-yard gain.

While that kind of weekly production isn't likely, there were more stats working in his favor. He played 55 offensive snaps, which was 72% of the team's total. Njoku played 64 snaps, but only had three receptions across six targets.

As the Browns look toward a brighter future, it makes sense for Fannin to take over as the team's starting tight end. I have already suggested that the team will trade Njoku before the trade deadline this season, but if that doesn't happen, I expect Fannin to be the tight end in the next year or two.

He saw his dynasty/keeper value rise in a big way after week 1, and he's also a redraft fantasy option right now. Get him on your team before it's too late, because he could emerge as a top-end dynasty TE in a hurry.