"Nine quarterbacks who went No. 1 are scheduled to start this week, but the only matchup with more than one is the somewhat forgotten Jacksonville Jaguars home game versus the Carolina Panthers. OK, so this isn't exactly Lions-Packers or Ravens-Bills, as the Panthers and Jaguars combined for only nine wins last season, but still. They have quarterbacks that fantasy managers should consider."
"Let's start with Lawrence, since he is rostered in more than 35% of ESPN standard leagues (still too low), and thus, more likely to be in fantasy lineups. The 2024 version of Lawrence wasn't enjoying his best statistical season before the injury to his non-throwing shoulder ended things prematurely, but let's remember he was the No. 7 fantasy QB in 2022, and he just missed the top 10 in 2023. The top 2021 pick really hasn't been so disappointing in his career."
Each NFL week produces unpredictable results that affect fantasy decisions. Nine former No. 1 overall draft quarterbacks are scheduled to start in Week 1, though only the Jaguars and Panthers matchup features more than one. Trevor Lawrence and Bryce Young are highlighted as Week 1 top-10 fantasy quarterback candidates. Lawrence is rostered in over 35% of ESPN standard leagues and carries upside based on past finishes, including No. 7 in 2022 and nearly top 10 in 2023. Lawrence entered 2024 with a stalled statistical season before a shoulder injury. The Jaguars received personnel upgrades, including a new coaching staff, Heisman winner Travis Hunter and an improved offensive line.
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