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Bucky Irving, Christian Watson show potential in Week 1 fantasy action

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:53 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Bucky Irving, Christian Watson show potential in Week 1 fantasy action
Summary

In Week 1 of the NFL season, Bucky Irving had a strong performance with seven receptions for 48 yards and a rushing touchdown, despite the Buccaneers losing to Cincinnati. His usage was notable, as he ran 21 routes compared to Kenny Gainwell's 13, positioning him to exceed pre-season expectations. Christian Watson had an impressive game with six catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns, significantly increasing his snap percentage to 75%. Watson's increased targets could signal a breakout season for him. Chuba Hubbard also made an impact, logging 71% of the snaps for his team, ranking among the top running backs for the week. Overall, there's potential for these players to be key fantasy contributors as the season progresses.

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  • •Bucky Irving catches seven passes for 48 yards and one touchdown
  • •Christian Watson records six catches for 147 yards and two touchdowns
  • •Irving ran 21 routes, outpacing Kenny Gainwell's 13
  • •Chuba Hubbard played 71% of snaps, ranking as RB9
  • •Watson's target increase suggests potential for a breakout
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  • 5:53 PMYahoo Sports — Bucky Irving is in line to crush his ADP, Christian Watson to the moon and other early fantasy football takeaways
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Fantasy football analyst Scott Pianowski breaks down what Week 1 usage meant for four prominent players.

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