Minnesota Vikings running back Zavier Scott (ankle) has officially been ruled out for his team's road tilt with the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. The former undrafted free agent picked up an ankle injury in the Vikes' preseason finale and did not log even a limited practice session ahead of their regular season opener. It's unfortunate timing for Scott, who flashed as a pass-catcher this summer and might have challenged to be Minnesota's third option out of the backfield. Teammates Aaron Jones Sr. and Jordan Mason figure to handle the bulk of the running back opportunities on Monday night, with Ty Chandler potentially rotating in for a few touches behind them.

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The Detroit Lions and wide receiver Jameson Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $83 million extension, according to multiple sources. NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reported the news. Per Schultz, the deal includes $67 million in guaranteed money. It's an excellent move by Detroit, who picked up the wideout's fifth-year option back in April. The deal will tie the University of Alabama product to the organization through 2029. Williams is fresh off his best professional season, and the team has indicated he'll be more involved during the 2025 campaign. There was no doubt heading into this year that he'd operate as Detroit's clear-cut No. 2 option, though the extension should quell any lingering fears surrounding him in dynasty.

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Dynasty | Cowboys running back Javonte Williams had 54 rushing yards, two catches, ten receiving yards and two touchdowns in a loss to the Eagles on opening night. Dynasty Analysis: This is bound to be one of the bigger storylines of the week in terms of short-term fantasy league impact. Williams had 17 touches, while Miles Sanders had five and Jaydon Blue was a healthy scratch. The touchdowns mask the fact he only averaged 3.6 yards per carry but this was a big day for Williams as he attempts to resurrect his career. It will be very interesting to see if Blue is activated next week and if he overtakes Sanders, who had a costly fumble in the game. Williams could be a quick trade candidate if you're in a dynasty league and know you're not a contender as his value will be on the rise after this performance.

Dynasty | Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens had three catches for 30 yards in his Dallas debut. Dynasty Analysis: Any idea that Pickens (four targets) would compete with CeeDee Lamb (13) for looks on a weekly basis was likely squashed in this one. Still, you would expect he'd have better days moving forward. He remains a solid flex play but his production could be pretty up and down this season and his first game was a bit of a disappointment.

Dynasty | Chiefs wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown had ten catches for 99 yards in the Chiefs season opening loss to the Chargers. Dynasty Analysis: Brown had a whopping 16 targets on the night after the Chiefs lost Xavier Worthy to a shoulder injury. Six. Teen. This is a massive development as Worthy could miss more time and Rashee Rice is out for five more games. No other Chiefs receiver had more than five targets on the night and this performance is going to vault Brown right into weekly lineup consideration. He's also going to be a prime player to move via trade to a contending team if you're not going to be in contention because he's going to offer short-term upside but also likely fail to keep up this kind of momentum when the Chiefs get back to full strength.

Dynasty | Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce had two catches for 47 yards and a touchdown in the Chiefs opening night loss to the Chargers. Dynasty Analysis: The fantasy stats for the week will have the soon-to-be Swift husband towards the top of the rankings but this performance was very concerning. On a night where the Chiefs were without both Rashee Rice (suspension) and Xavier Worthy (Kelce accidentally ran into him and knocked him out the game), Kelce still only had four targets. Despite saying all the right things about being young and rejuvenated, Kelce looks like a player well past his prime. Dynasty managers need to seriously consider what to do as the bottom may very well fall out in the coming weeks.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Chase McLaughlin will look to keep the good times rolling after a strong 2024 campaign. McLaughlin posted a career-high 93.8 percent conversion rate on field-goal attempts last season. The 29-year-old knocked down 30-of-32 field goals and 54-of-56 extra point attempts across 17 games with the Bucs. He'll enter his third season in Tampa Bay as it appears McLaughlin has found a long term home. The Bucs have a strong enough offense to give McLaughlin plenty of opportunities. McLaughlin should be considered a strong kicking option in what could be a high-scoring game in Week 1 versus the Atlanta Falcons.

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Minnesota Vikings RB Jordan Mason and RB Aaron Jones should see plenty of carries, especially early in the season, because a running game is 'what makes the quarterback's job easier,' according to head coach Kevin O'Connell.

Fantasy Spin: The Vikings will be breaking in quarterback J.J. McCarthy, and O'Connell has made it clear he plans to lean on his running backs while McCarthy finds a comfort level. As last year's starter and the more versatile back, Jones has the safer floor among the duo. However, Mason has been an efficient runner throughout his career and has potential as a flex option.

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According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay views quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo as a "starting-caliber" option. Matthew Stafford is in line to start on Sunday versus the Houston Texans. However, with the veteran signal-caller battling a lingering back injury, the Rams are confident Garoppolo can fill in admirably if necessary. From a fantasy standpoint, Stafford has had a better career. Still, with concerns about his health, Garoppolo may get a chance to start at some point moving ahead. The 33-year-old played for the Patriots, 49ers, and Raiders before arriving in Los Angeles in 2024 to suit up for the Rams. In 82 regular-season contests, he's thrown for 15,828 yards, 96 touchdowns, and 52 interceptions off 67.4% passing while also leading the 49ers to the Super Bowl in 2019. All things considered, Garoppolo doesn't have much fantasy value at the moment. If Stafford goes down this season due to the nagging back issue, Garoppolo could prove useful for those participating in deeper SuperFlex formats, especially with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams at his disposal.

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Pittsburgh Steelers DL Cameron Heyward agreed to terms on a revised deal that includes $3.2 million in incentives tied to the playoffs and playoff wins, according to league sources.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers DT Vita Vea (foot), who is listed as questionable, is likely to play against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1.

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Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter is expected to be an every-down wideout and situational corner for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. Finally, fantasy managers get some clarification on how the Jags plan to handle Hunter's workload. The assumption is that his workload on defense will increase as he continues to learn and develop. The Jags are limited in terms of offensive weapons with Brian Thomas Jr. being their primary weapon last season. The fact that Hunter will be an every-down wideout is intriguing for fantasy managers heading into the season opener. The upside is too high here to keep Hunter on the bench for a plus-matchup in Week 1.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders made the active roster to open the regular season. Despite that, Sanders is reportedly unlikely to see the field this season. Joe Flacco will begin the season as the starter with rookie Dillon Gabriel serving as the backup. Sanders will be on the roster, but it appears he's only going to be used as the emergency quarterback. Browns' general manager Andrew Berry believes there is a place for Sanders on the roster. It sounds like things would have to go very sideways for the Browns to bring Sanders onto the field. The 23-year-old is worth stashing in dynasty leagues, but isn't likely to play right away.

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New York Jets wide receiver Tyler Johnson was elevated from the practice squad on Saturday. Johnson failed to make the 53-man roster and was added to the practice squad. Now, Johnson will be elevated to the active roster ahead of the Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last season, Johnson hauled in 26 receptions for 291 receiving yards and one touchdown across 15 games with the Los Angeles Rams. He'll provide depth to the wide receiver room, but is unlikely to make a significant impact during Sunday's game. Johnson can be avoided in fantasy formats for the moment.

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New Orleans Saints tight end Jack Stoll was elevated from the practice squad ahead of the Week 1 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Stoll was brought back to the practice squad after failing to make the 53-man roster. Now, Stoll will head to the active roster as depth behind Juwan Johnson and Moliki Matavao. The 27-year-old has been barely involved on the field over the last two seasons. Stoll has a total of seven receptions over the last two years. He'll serve as depth for Sunday's contest, but won't offer any fantasy value.

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New Orleans Saints quarterback Jake Haener was cut by the organization on Saturday. Haener was waived by the team last week after falling behind Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough on the depth chart. Haener was brought back on the practice squad, but released again in order to sign defensive end Fadil Diggs. It's unclear if the Saints plan to bring back Haener again. He completed 18-of-39 passing attempts for 226 yards with one touchdown and one interception during the 2024 campaign. The 26-year-old might return to the Saints again if he clears waivers, but isn't worth rostering in fantasy formats.

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San Francisco 49ers running back Brian Robinson Jr. is expected to suit up Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Acquired in a late-August trade from Washington, Robinson was brought in to solidify the RB2 role behind Christian McCaffrey. With McCaffrey dealing with a calf issue, Robinson could see an expanded workload, even though he hasn't had many first-team practice reps. The Seahawks' run defense was middle-of-the-pack last season, creating a decent opportunity if Robinson gets touches. Still, his fantasy outlook is tied directly to McCaffrey's status; Robinson will likely be relegated to a depth role. For now, he's best left on the bench, particularly as a handcuff option for McCaffrey managers.

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Dynasty | Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston had five catches for 79 yards and two touchdowns in the Chargers opening night win against the Chiefs. Dynasty Analysis: Johnston hasn't had near the start to his career many had hoped for after being a first round pick for the Chargers but this was a great game to debut 2025 with. While we have a long way to go before declaring a third year breakout, Johnston may just build on his 55/711/8 season from a year ago. At the very least, it seems the rumors of him being on the roster bubble this off-season were clearly false.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea (foot) is expected to suit up Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, despite missing two practices earlier in the week. While he may be on a limited snap count, Vea's presence is a huge boost for a Buccaneers defense that has consistently ranked among the league's best against the run since drafting him in 2018. In 2024, Tampa Bay allowed the fourth-fewest rushing yards to running backs, and Vea contributed beyond just run defense, posting career highs in sacks and quarterback hits on his way to his second Pro Bowl. His availability will be critical in Week 1 as the Bucs look to slow down Atlanta's dynamic backfield duo of Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier.

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Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai (hamstring) has been removed from the injury report and is set to make his NFL debut Monday night against the Minnesota Vikings. The rookie seventh-round pick is expected to mix in for touches, especially with Roschon Johnson (foot) questionable, but D'Andre Swift should handle the clear majority of the workload. The matchup isn't favorable for Monangai, as the Vikings allowed the eighth-fewest fantasy points to running backs in 2024. Given his limited practice time and uncertain role, Monangai doesn't offer startable fantasy value in Week 1. For now, he's best left on the waiver wire, though his early usage will be worth monitoring.

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