Fantasy football analysts identify running back start and sit options for week one
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Fantasy managers enter the first week of the NFL season navigating roster uncertainties and injury reports. Analysts recommend starting D'Andre Swift against the Carolina Panthers, noting the favorable defensive matchup for the Arizona Cardinals player. Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle of the Pittsburgh Steelers also represent start candidates due to their expected workloads against the Atlanta Falcons. Conversely, managers are advised to sit Carolina running backs Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks, both of whom have missed practice time with injuries. Jeremiyah Love is also labeled a sit candidate for the Arizona Cardinals due to a challenging matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers and his role as a backup to Tyler Allgeier. Decisions remain fluid as injury statuses and depth chart rotations become clearer ahead of kickoff.
- •D'Andre Swift is projected for 13.1 fantasy points against a vulnerable Carolina defense.
- •Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle are expected to split carries for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- •Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks remain sit options due to active hamstring and soreness issues.
- •Jeremiyah Love serves as the backup to Tyler Allgeier for the Arizona Cardinals.
- 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Week 1 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Fantasy Running Backs
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