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Start Dylan Sampson or Jacory Croskey-Merritt? | Week 1 Lineup Advice: Starts, Sleepers, Sits, Player Debates, and TD Calls! (Ep. 1689)

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Sep 5, 2025
Dive into the thrilling world of fantasy football as experts dissect tough lineup dilemmas for Week 1! Key debates include Dylan Sampson versus Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Aaron Jones against Jaylen Waddle. Get insights on player performances and strategies while enjoying some light-hearted commentary about favorite movies and NFL players. Plus, analyze game conditions that could impact top quarterbacks like Jordan Love and Jared Goff. It's a blend of serious analysis and fun banter, perfect for your fantasy football prep!
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ADVICE

Start Njoku With Flacco Connection

  • Start David Njoku in Week 1 because Joe Flacco has history of targeting him and Bengals were vulnerable to tight ends last year.
  • Trust matchup + Flacco chemistry for immediate upside at tight end.
INSIGHT

Flacco Offers Volume-Driven Upside

  • Joe Flacco projects as an above-average Week 1 QB due to volume and matchup against the Bengals.
  • High pass volume creates upside for Browns pass-catchers even with turnover risk.
ADVICE

Chase Samson For Upside

  • Prefer Dylan Sampson for upside in Browns backfield while Jerome Ford is the safer floor play.
  • Chase the explosive option if you need upside in Week 1 lineups.
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