Who Should I Start? Puka Nacua or Malik Nabers

Sunday, September 7, 9:35 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua led the Rams with 10 catches on 11 targets for 130 yards in his team's 14-9 win over the Houston Texans in Week 1. Nacua had an injury scare when a blow to the helmet left his face bloodied and forced him to leave the game, but he was able to return after receiving stitches and passing concussion tests. The 24-year-old led Los Angeles in targets in his first game sharing the field with veteran wide receiver Davante Adams, who had four catches for 51 yards on eight targets. Nacua looked every bit the part of a dominant fantasy WR1 in Week 1. He'll have an easier matchup next week against the Tennessee Titans.

Friday, September 5, 3:00 PM

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (back) was not given a game status on the team's final Week 1 injury report despite sitting out Friday's practice. With no injury designation, he is expected to be a full go on Sunday when the Giants open their season against the Commanders. Nabers has experienced minor ailments throughout training camp, and he missed Friday's practice due to back tightness. It appears, though, that the team is taking an extra cautious approach with their Pro Bowl receiver, and all signs point to him getting a full workload on Sunday. Nabers was electric as a rookie, making 109 catches in only 15 games, and reports out of Giants' camp indicate that he hasn't missed a beat with Russell Wilson now under center. Nabers should be started without hesitation, and he has a strong chance of being one of the week's highest scoring receivers.