Washington opens vs New York, with all listed Commanders healthy on the depth chart but RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. inactive, opening the door for Jacory Croskey-Merritt to soak up reps. The Giants sit top tackles Andrew Thomas and Evan Neal, plus Thomas Fidone II and Darius Alexander, while Jameis Winston is out as the third QB. Malik Nabers is dealing with a back issue but is available, and kickoff hits at 1 p.m. ET at Northwest Stadium. In fantasy terms, Croskey-Merritt could surprise in Week 1 duty, Nabers carries DFS upside if he plays, and the Giants’ depleted line could amplify Washington’s pass-rush opportunities.

Greg Dulcich signed with the Miami Dolphins’ practice squad after a strong preseason showing with the Giants, where he flashed a connection with the quarterbacks and delivered in high-leverage spots. He faces a crowded TE room in New York, but Miami’s depth at tight end is also thin beyond Darren Waller, Tanner Conner, and Julian Hill. The move hints at Dulcich’s clear path to the field in Miami, given Waller’s experience and Conner/Hill’s limited resume, potentially boosting his fantasy window sooner than expected.

Dulcich’s preseason output was modest in yardage but notable in usage and rhythm with the offense, suggesting upside as a receiving option. In Miami, he could be deployed in two-TE sets or as a contingency for red-zone looks, especially if Waller rests or is limited. The Giants’ blocking-forward TE group leaves a door open for a pass-catching specialist to land in a role that could be meaningful in fantasy when opportunities arise.

Giants’ 42-10 preseason win over the Patriots highlighted a wave of rookie impact, led by Jaxson Dart’s anti-hero start that produced a late TD and mobility, even as a concussion scare loomed after a non-slide rush. Darius Alexander flashed in 19 defensive snaps with a tackle for loss and QB hit, signaling a promising ramp-up for a third-round pick. Thomas Fidone II stood out at tight end, catching 4 of 5 targets for 39 yards and a score, while Cam Skattebo earned 12 rushing yards on three carries in limited work. Marcus Mbow anchored the line and Abdul Carter came on briefly, but the night belonged to the Giants’ youth pipeline. O’Donnell Fortune and TJ Moore added playmaking moments on defense, with Fortune breaking up passes and Moore delivering a pick-six before an in-game injury. Beaux Collins struggled, and Juice Wells logged a brief 11-yard grab. The performance solidified the Giants’ rookie class as a rising storyline for fantasy rosters, offering intriguing depth options at multiple spots as the regular season approaches.

In a game that felt more like a showcase than a final evaluation, Fidone’s red-zone-ready receiving ability and Dart’s improvisational flair deliver two clear fantasy angles: risk-adjusted upside at tight end and a quarterback depth option whose involvement could grow with practice efficiency. Alexander’s defensive pops suggest a plausible early role in subpackages, while Skattebo’s speed could translate into occasional supplementary carries if deeper Giants talents miss time. With a roster still sorting itself, these rookies provide late-season value triggers if their opportunities widen in Week 1 and beyond.