Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden Fantasy Football Week 1 QB & TE Rankings (Top 30)
Sep 5, 2025
This discussion dives into the week one rankings of quarterbacks and tight ends, spotlighting key players like Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and Patrick Mahomes. Insights on matchups reveal the potential challenges for players like Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray. They also analyze the impact of injuries, such as Christian McCaffrey's calf issue, on team dynamics. Listeners can expect valuable predictions for their fantasy lineups, along with strategies for navigating unpredictable rookie performances and waiver wire pickups.
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Lamar Tops Week One Matchup
- Lamar Jackson is ranked QB1 for Week 1 due to a weakened Bills secondary and elite Ravens defense matchup.
- Josh Allen remains elite but faces a tough Ravens unit that depresses his upside this week.
Jayden's High-Variance Upside
- Jayden Daniels is a top-tier fantasy QB despite two new offensive tackles and a fierce Giants pass rush.
- His playmaking when pressured gives him boom-or-bust upside in Week 1.
Burrow: Offensive Firepower With Cautions
- Joe Burrow sits high in projections because the Bengals offense is explosive even facing a good Browns defense.
- Historical struggles vs. Jim Schwartz temper expectations despite a potent offense.