Cam Ward steps in as the Titans’ franchise quarterback, backed by a fortified defense and a deeper, more dynamic weapons group. The front seven preserves Simmons while adding Dre'Mont Jones and retaining Joseph-Day and Sweat, setting a tougher, more disruptive baseline. In the secondary, McCreary, Sneed and Brownlee Jr. anchor a revamped unit with depth pieces WOW and Armour-Davis. On offense, Moore and Zeitler anchor a healthier line, Lockett and Jefferson upgrade the receiving corps, Chimere Dike Ayomanor and Gunnar Helm add youth and speed, and Ward’s eager, accurate approach should translate to better efficiency. The schedule hints at a nine-win ceiling with divisional path present if Ward hits quickly and the defense stays stout.

For fantasy managers, the upgrade at quarterback, improved o-line health, and a more diversified pass catching corps raise Titans upside. If Ward harnesses the system and the defense forces more three-and-outs, Tennessee becomes a credible late-round flyer with playoff potential, especially in favorable matchups and when playing from ahead. A nine-win season would unlock a strong fantasy ceiling across several Titans, with Ward, Lockett/Jefferson, and Helm providing the most consistent paths to value.

ProFootballTalk named the Miami Dolphins 29th in its season-opening power rankings, the fourth-worst spot in the NFL after an 8-9 finish that left playoff dreams unfulfilled under Mike McDaniel. The critique spans coaching, personnel, and on-field consistency as fans brace for a volatile campaign.

Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts will illuminate whether Tua Tagovailoa and the supporting cast can rebound in a scrutinized offense. If the line and run game firm up, Tagovailoa could offer solid, mid-range fantasy value; if not, the Dolphins' pass-catching options may provide high-variance upside and downside.

Spencer Rattler anchors New Orleans Week 1 with pocket mobility and a pass‑first mindset, yet his limited rushing keeps his fantasy ceiling modest. Alvin Kamara remains the Saints’ engine, providing steady rushing yards and significant receiving upside that tests Arizona’s defense. Chase Young brings a game‑changing edge, while Kyler Murray’s improvisational ability in the Cardinals' backfield adds a volatile element for Week 1.

Arizona will lean on a run‑heavy approach to blunt the Saints' pressure, while New Orleans looks to Kamara to set the pace and exploit favorable matchups. The clash will hinge on Rattler’s downfield accuracy, Young’s disruption, and Murray’s ability to create big plays under duress. For fantasy managers, Kamara offers a reliable floor, Rattler a possible but capped upside, and Young a sack‑hunting avenue in a Week 1 test.

Bottom line: this Week 1 matchup is a litmus test for the Saints’ new QB and the Cardinals’ defense, with Kamara anchoring the offense and Young driving the Saints’ defense. Expect a competitive opener with splash plays on both sides and subtle fantasy edges for Kamara and Young.

The Chicago Bears will audition Isaiah Foskey this week, a Notre Dame product drafted in the second round by New Orleans in 2023, who flashed limited edge impact across 149 defensive snaps and three pressures in two seasons. Chicago is chasing a low-risk, high-potential depth piece behind Sweat and Odeyingbo, especially with Austin Booker on short-term IR. Foskey’s workout comes as part of a broader evaluation ahead of the 2025 season.

Reuniting with Dennis Allen—who coached Foskey in New Orleans—could help unlock his talents, and the Bears will also host the Eagles next week. If Foskey shows improvement in these sessions, he could push for rotational snaps and longer-term development, giving Chicago a more flexible, cheaper path to added punch off the edge than a high-cost veteran signing.