Nick Chubb leads Houston's backfield in the absence of Joe Mixon, projecting heavy early-down work and plenty of touches as the regular season unfolds. Antonio Gibson starts for the New England Patriots, with TreVeyon Henderson rotating in, signaling a committee approach that could still yield solid fantasy floor if Gibson maintains the starter role.

The Cleveland Browns' WR room remains unsettled, with Jerry Jeudy, Cedric Tillman, Jamari Thrash and Diontae Johnson in the mix. Thrash has been playing in the slot in three-receiver looks, Tillman has been aligned at X, and Johnson remains a top depth option, implying frequent rotation into the regular-season lineup. Will Shipley sits atop A.J. Dillon in Philadelphia’s preseason usage, hinting at a larger role if Saquon Barkley misses time, while the broader notes emphasize the importance of snap counts and role clarity for fantasy planning in 2025.