Who Should I Start? Jahdae Walker or Malachi Fields

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
2.6	0.1	0.0	0.9	10.8	0.1

Jahdae Walker News

Jahdae Walker Officially Out Sunday

Sunday, September 14, 11:44 AM

Chicago Bears wide receiver Jahdae Walker (ankle) is officially inactive for Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Detroit Lions. He had been listed as doubtful after missing practice on Friday. The 23-year-old did suit up in last week's season opener, but he only played on special teams. Chicago should have no trouble replacing him on special teams this week, and his absence has no impact on the Bears' offense or fantasy managers' lineups.

Malachi Fields - New York (WR)

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
3.5	0.1	0.0	1.3	15.8	0.1

Malachi Fields News

Malachi Fields' Role Appears Solidified Entering 2026

Saturday, August 22, 5:29 PM

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields went without a catch in the 26-3 preseason victory over the Miami Dolphins. Although Fields did not record a target in his time on the field, his role appears to be solidified entering the 2026 season. Fields played all eight snaps with the first-team offense and ran the most routes alongside Darius Slayton (5). More good news for the second-round pick: After the first drive, Fields did not play another snap for the rest of the game, while both Slayton, Calvin Austin III, and Odell Beckham Jr. played beyond the opening drive. While receivers Malik Nabers and Darnell Mooney were inactive against the Dolphins, Fields should continue to operate with the first-team offense. Currently ranked as the WR81 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, Fields should be considered in the late rounds in drafts this year.

Jahdae Walker vs. Malachi Fields

Still trying to decide between Walker and Fields? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Jahdae Walker is projected to score 2.6 points this week while Malachi Fields is projected to score 3.5 points.