Who Should I Start? Jalen Nailor or Jack Bech

Saturday, September 6, 3:42 PM

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor should be left out of lineups when the club plays against the Chicago Bears in Week 1. Coming off a hand injury, the fourth-year pro has been given the all-clear to play, but the bigger issue from a fantasy perspective is his role within the offense. It looked for a time that Nailor could be the team's WR2 next to Justin Jefferson with Jordan Addison (suspension) set to miss the first three weeks, but the Vikings traded for Adam Thielen and quickly squashed that idea. The Vikings like Nailor, a willing run blocker who caught six touchdowns a year ago, but with tight end T.J. Hockenson fully back in the fold, Nailor is the team's fourth option and unlikely to see regular volume in the passing game.

Friday, September 5, 8:01 PM

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Jack Bech opens his career in a reserve role, buried on the depth chart behind Jakobi Meyers, Dont'e Thornton Jr., and Tre Tucker. While the No. 58 overall pick carries long-term appeal, particularly as a potential down-the-road replacement for Meyers, his Week 1 outlook is limited. The Raiders' run-heavy approach and crowded receiver room leave little room for Bech to carve out immediate value. Dynasty managers should continue to stash him, as his skill set suggests eventual fantasy relevance. In redraft leagues, however, Bech is safe to drop in favor of players with clearer early-season opportunities.