Who Should I Start? Jaylin Noel or Caleb Douglas
Week 1 Projections
| Fant. Pts. |
Rush. Yds. |
Rush TD |
Rec. | Rec. Yds. |
Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 1.6 | 19.0 | 0.1 |
Jaylin Noel News
Monday, August 17, 4:41 PM
The Houston Texans are optimistic that wide receiver Jaylin Noel (hamstring, finger) will be ready for Week 1 of the regular season against the Buffalo Bills, according to Aaron Wilson of SportsTalk 790. Noel injured his right pinkie earlier this summer, and then he picked up a hamstring strain last week. Wilson described the latest injury as a "minor setback" and relayed that receivers coach and passing game coordinator Ben McDaniels is confident in the receiver's ability to get back up to speed. "I expect him when he hits the grass to be ready to roll," Ben McDaniels said. "He's extremely diligent with his preparation and being ready to go when he's going to be healthy." Noel had a relatively quiet rookie season last year, catching 26 passes for 292 yards and a pair of touchdowns. He's technically fourth on the depth chart behind Nico Collins, Tank Dell, and Jayden Higgins, but he could be the team's primary slot option after Christian Kirk departed in free agency. He currently ranks as the WR119 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for 2026.
Week 1 Projections
| Fant. Pts. |
Rush. Yds. |
Rush TD |
Rec. | Rec. Yds. |
Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 1.5 | 19.5 | 0.1 |
Caleb Douglas News
Monday, August 17, 11:51 AM
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Caleb Douglas briefly left Monday's practice and went inside, according to David Furones. Douglas was walking fine when he left and returned to the field before practice was over. He put his helmet back on but did not participate in the final period. There has been no injury announced or explanation given for why the rookie stepped away. Douglas has been one of Miami's more consistent performers this summer, with head coach Jeff Hafley recently saying he had earned his spot on the team's initial depth chart. The third-round pick also made his presence felt in Friday's preseason opener against Washington, catching one pass for 28 yards and leading Miami in receiving yardage. Monday's brief exit is something to note, but Douglas returning to the field before the end of practice is at least an encouraging sign.
Jaylin Noel vs. Caleb Douglas
Still trying to decide between Noel and Douglas? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Jaylin Noel is projected to score 4.3 points this week while Caleb Douglas is projected to score 4.0 points.
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