Who Should I Start? Ryan Flournoy or Zachariah Branch

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
6.2	0.8	0.0	2.3	27.7	0.2

Ryan Flournoy News

Ryan Flournoy Standing Out in Cowboys Camp

Wednesday, August 19, 1:00 PM

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy "continues to build" on his 2025 breakout, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic. Machota also reports that Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott "has a lot of trust" in Flournoy. Flournoy established himself as the WR3 in Dallas behind CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens last season, recording 40 catches for 475 yards and four touchdowns on 56 targets across 16 games. As long as Lamb and Pickens stay healthy in 2026, it could be difficult for Flournoy to provide consistent production for fantasy managers. Still, the 26-year-old is an improving young player who appears to be carving out a role for himself in the Cowboys' offense. In deeper league formats and dynasty leagues, Flournoy could be worth rostering entering 2026.

Zachariah Branch - Atlanta (WR)

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
4.4	0.0	0.0	1.7	20.7	0.1

Zachariah Branch News

Zachariah Branch Appears Headed for Reserve Role in 2026

Saturday, August 22, 7:14 PM

Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch hauled in two of three targets for 15 yards in the Falcons' 34-6 preseason win over the Indianapolis Colts. Branch played a limited role on Saturday, taking eight of 11 snaps with quarterback Cooper Rush, and saw less playing time than Dylan Drummond (11) and Chris Blair (10). The third-round pick played just one snap with the first-team offense last week against the Denver Broncos. With receivers Drake London, Jahan Dotson, and Olamide Zaccheaus all sitting out against the Colts, Branch could be in a reserve role this season. Currently ranked WR82 in RotoBaller's positional rankings, Branch is unlikely to produce early this season.

Ryan Flournoy vs. Zachariah Branch

Still trying to decide between Flournoy and Branch? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Ryan Flournoy is projected to score 6.2 points this week while Zachariah Branch is projected to score 4.4 points.