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Kerryon Johnson gets eight touches in NFL debut.

Johnson worked as part of a committee backfield for the Lions, carrying five times for 17 rushing yards while adding three receptions (on three targets) for 20 receiving yards. The second-round rookie running back looked very smooth with the ball in his hands, and he has a knack for moving forward and picking up positive yardage. For now, just keep Johnson on your roster with the hopes of him eventually seizing a near-workhorse role as a rookie.

9/10/18 - 11:00 PM ET

Theo Riddick leads the Lions in Week 1 rushing.

Riddick gained 20 yards on four carries, the the Lions didn’t get much going on the ground to start the season, especially because they were forced to pass when they fell behind in the second half. Riddick also added five receptions for 15 receiving yards in the loss. He’ll be a PPR FLEX option in Week 2 against the Niners.

9/10/18 - 10:57 PM ET

Eric Tomlinson catches one pass against the Lions.

The lone reception for Tomlinson went for seven yards. He’s not a fantasy option at the moment.

9/10/18 - 10:56 PM ET

Neal Sterling catches three passes in Jets’ win.

Sterling gained 27 yards on his three receptions against the Lions. He’s not a highly-recommended fantasy option, but Sterling is a solid contributor for the Jets.

9/10/18 - 10:54 PM ET

Terrelle Pryor catches all three targets in Week 1.

Pryor gained 49 yards on his three receptions against the Lions, as he worked as a clear top-three receiver with Quincy Enunwa and Robby Anderson. Pryor isn’t a recommended fantasy option, but it’s good to see him contribute for the Jets to open the season.

9/10/18 - 10:52 PM ET

Quincy Enunwa leads Jets in receiving against the Lions.

Enunwa was clearly Sam Darnold’s top target throughout the night, drawing a team-high ten targets (the second-most on the team was three), catching six passes for 63 yards and a touchdown. Enunwa was a tough and reliable target underneath and over the middle for the Jets, and there’s no reason to believe he won’t be all season. In PPR leagues in particular, Enunwa is worth FLEX consideration.

9/10/18 - 10:48 PM ET

Robby Anderson catches long touchdown in Jets’ win.

Anderson had one reception in Sam Darnold’s first time under-center in the NFL, but he made it count by making a nice grab on a pass to the end zone for a 41-yard touchdown—the first os Darnold’s career. Anderson also received a carry, but it went for -9 yards. Consider Anderson a boom/bust-type of FLEX option for Week 2 against the Dolphins.

9/10/18 - 10:46 PM ET