Week 1 hype centers on Dallas as Parsons’ status looms with a back injury that could force an epidural, risking limited snaps. Dak Prescott’s contract situation adds volatility to DAL’s ceiling. Detroit’s Aiden Hutchinson returns with a revamped Lions defense and a spotlight matchup vs Green Bay, while Matthew Stafford’s back for the Rams adds a pain-management sub-plot. Expect banner-night jitters in Philly as Eagles fans brace for the season.

Ian Rapoport’s latest notes on Micah Parsons frame the Cowboys’ opener as a pivot point for both team chemistry and fantasy value. Hutchinson’s Lions and Stafford’s Rams anchor a Week 1 that could redefine confidence in defensive idoms and offensive plans across the league. The Chargers, Jets, and other cross-connections seed broader intrigue as rosters shed their August smoke.