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Rapoport made sure not to put it in stone that Fields is the starter, noting that Russell Wilson will test out his calf tomorrow before a final decision is made. However, he said Wilson would be held out “absent some sort of magic potion” that helps him make it through the Saturday morning workout. Fields got all of the starting reps and will undoubtedly get the first crack at the job despite the Steelers desperately wanting Wilson to be the starter throughout the offseason. Wilson dealt with the calf issue for most of camp. He appeared to be past the issue after getting some reps in the team’s final preseason game, but the injury flared up and now his status beyond Week 1 is up in the air. Fields’ elite rushing output alone puts him at the end of the QB1 ranks for his first start as a Steeler.

Lloyd is still working through the nagging hamstring injury that bothered him throughout camp. Fellow backup running back Emanuel Wilson, who was questionable with a hip injury, is active. He will serve as the backup to Josh Jacobs. Green Bay’s thin running back depth should ensure an elite workload for Jacobs in his first game as a Packer.

Third-string running back Isaac Guerendo (groin) was also limited. 49ers GM John Lynch told reporters earlier today that McCaffrey was “doing great.” McCaffrey was also limited in Thursday’s practice. Though the timing of the injury isn’t ideal, there have been no indications that the superstar running back is at risk of missing Week 1. With Elijah Mitchell on injured reserve, the 49ers may not even be able to scale back McCaffrey’s workload as much as they want to. Barring a sudden turn of events, CMC remains the top asset in all of fantasy land.

Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce told reporters earlier this week that Bowers was “good to go” for Week 1. Bowers practiced in a limited capacity on Wednesday and Thursday. He was upgraded to a full session on Friday before being cleared from the injury report. Bowers was the rare “generational prospect” who deserved the moniker and could immediately step in as the Raiders’ de facto No. 2 receiver opposite Davante Adams. He ranks as a low-end TE1 heading into his first NFL game.

Herbert suffered a plantar fascia injury in camp and missed some time while recovering. Herbert was listed as a full participant in all three practice sessions this week before being removed from the report. The injury could limit his mobility slightly, but there has been no indication that it will be a long-term issue. Herbert is a top-10 talent at quarterback, but Jim Harbuagh’s run-first style will severely limit his passing volume. Fantasy managers should treat him as a high-end QB2 going into the season.

Toney was cut by the Chiefs as they got down to their 53-man roster. The Seahawks hosted him for a visit last week but nothing has materialized from the meeting. The Browns have made various efforts to add depth to their receiving room via the draft and the trade market in recent seasons. Jerry Jeudy is locked in as their No. 2 receiver but Toney could be a part-time third receiver if he signs in Cleveland. Toney could also find a new home later in the season once injuries start to take their toll on rosters.

While Lockett does get the questionable designation, Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald told reporters that expects the veteran wide receiver to play in the opener against Denver. While Lockett may lose some targets to Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Ryan Grubb’s new offensive scheme, he’s still likely to pick up enough catches from Geno Smith to make him a solid WR4 to begin the 2024 campaign.

Right tackle Rob Havenstein (ankle) is listed as questionable. Nacua suffered a knee injury early in camp but returned to practice before the end of the offseason. He practiced in full all three days this week before being cleared from the injury report. Nacua appears to be fully past the knee injury, locking him in as a low-end fantasy WR1 for the first week of the season. Though the Nacua versus Cooper Kupp debate raged all summer, a potential shootout with the Lions is a great spot for both wideouts to put up big numbers.

Ramsey was a limited participant in Friday’s practice as he attempts to come back from the hamstring injury that’s plagued him for the past few weeks, and it sounds like the 29-year-old defender is truly a game-time decision for the opener against Jacksonville. If he is unable to go, it’d likely be Siran Neal starting at corner in Ramsey’s absence. It’s something to keep in mind for those who roster Ramsey in IDP leagues, and those who roster Jacksonville wideouts.

Warren closed the week with two full practices before being removed from the injury report. Given that he was already set up to be part of a committee, there shouldn’t be any need to further cap his touches. Though Warren isn’t going to erase Najee Harris from the picture, his big-play ability is undeniable and will allow him to get home from a fantasy perspective on a limited number of carries. He sits on the RB2/3 border to open the year.