# NFL Week 1 fantasy football projections

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> Updated: 2026-09-10T18:42:44.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Fantasy football analysts have released various player recommendations and strategic projections for the first week of the NFL season.

Initial guidance focused on quarterback selections, highlighting Justin Herbert, Matthew Stafford, Bo Nix, and Pat Mahomes as key options for different roster needs. 

Subsequent analysis expanded to include running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends, suggesting players such as Jared Goff, Omarion Hampton, Devonta Smith, and Sam LaPorta. Additional advice for flex positions included Tony Pollard and Kenneth Gainwell based on projected workloads and offensive schemes.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-10: Fantasy football analysts release Week 1 player recommendations

Fantasy football experts provide Week 1 lineup advice, highlighting players like Jared Goff, Devonta Smith, and Tony Pollard as strong starts for the opening NFL matchups.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fantasy-football-analysts-release-week-1-player-recommendations

### 2026-09-08: NFL Week 1 fantasy football quarterback projections and picks

Fantasy football analysts provide Week 1 quarterback recommendations, highlighting players like Justin Herbert, Matthew Stafford, Bo Nix, and Pat Mahomes for DFS and seasonal lineups.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nfl-week-1-fantasy-football-quarterback-projections-and-picks

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