Outlook Chris Rodriguez
Chris Rodriguez vs CLE — Backup with upside if backfield opens up
Rodriguez enters the opener operating as Jacksonville's primary backup running back behind Bhayshul Tuten. With Tuten recently slowed by an illness and fellow reserve LeQuint Allen nursing a soft-tissue injury, Rodriguez could see an expanded rotational workload against Cleveland.
Jacksonville enters as a heavy home favorite, which could favor a ground-heavy attack late, but Rodriguez offers minimal involvement in the passing game. Our models project him for roughly 8 carries and 36 rushing yards (6.4 fantasy points). Given his sub-3% start rate across leagues, fantasy managers should keep him stashed on benches unless Tuten is officially ruled out.
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Outlook Matthew Golden
Matthew Golden at Minnesota — Expanded Role Brings Week 1 Upside
Golden enters his second NFL campaign listed as a starting outside receiver opposite Christian Watson. The sophomore wideout expressed immense confidence heading into the opener, poised to capitalize on expanded opportunities after offseason movement in Green Bay's receiver room. With running back Josh Jacobs out and tight end Tucker Kraft questionable, additional targets could open up across the perimeter.
Fantasy managers have stashed Golden in 92% of leagues but remain cautious, starting him in just 18% of lineups. Our weekly projection lands at 9.3 fantasy points, anticipating around 3 receptions for 43 yards on five targets. While not yet an everyday lineup lock, he serves as a viable Flex option with sneaky upside in a competitive divisional battle.
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