"Week 1 of the fantasy football season is more about player usage than schemes or game plans. Sure, the coaching matters, and so do the individual matchups. But when we set our lineups for this week, we want to base it on the volume and scoring opportunities for the players we just drafted, right? Yes, Week 1 numbers aren't necessarily a projection of a player's value for the remainder of the season."
"I don't expect the Week 1 matchup versus the Minnesota Vikings defense to be a true indicator of what this offense will be under Johnson this season. Remember, Minnesota led the NFL with a blitz rate of 38.4% last season, and coordinator Brian Flores is excellent at creating post-snap chaos with his fronts and pressures. He will speed up the internal clock for Williams, making his first start in a new system."
Week 1 emphasizes player usage and scoring opportunities more than schemes or game plans. Coaching and matchups still matter, but lineup decisions should prioritize volume and situational roles. Early game stats provide insight into deployment even if they do not project full-season value. The slate raises questions about backfield rotations, quarterback upside in new systems and rookie opportunities. Chicago pairs rookie quarterback Caleb Williams with new head coach Ben Johnson and an offense that could yield multiple fantasy starters. Minnesota's defense will present a unique challenge, leading the NFL with a 38.4% blitz rate that will accelerate Williams' internal clock in his first start.
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