Fantasy Life With Ian Hartitz Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings + Start/Sit!
Sep 5, 2025
Dwain McFarland and Matthew Freedman, both fantasy football experts, share their insights this week. They discuss the effectiveness of rookie Ashton Jeanty and whether Trevor Lawrence can surprise fans with a stellar performance. The duo also evaluates key players like Najee Harris, Mark Andrews, and James Conner, diving into start/sit strategies. They break down player matchups, offering invaluable tips for navigating fantasy rosters in Week 1, all while engaging with listener questions to ensure winning decisions.
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Use Deebo For Ceiling Upside
- Start Deebo Samuel in Week 1 if you need ceiling upside because he can contribute as a receiver and in the run game.
- Use him in lineups expecting misdirection plays and rushing/receiving hybrids to offset an aggressive opposing pass rush.
Rookie Volatility Can Pay Off
- Rookie WRs like Xavier Worthy and Matthew Golden can spike in Week 1 if game totals balloon.
- Consider them as DFS or deep-league plays in shootouts because volatility favors big single-week payoffs.
Fade Garrett Wilson Week One
- Avoid high-expectation starts for Garrett Wilson in Week 1 given a low Jets team total, poor pass-protection news, and a tough Steelers secondary.
- If forced to choose, prefer safer WRs with steadier target quality over Wilson this week.