Fantasy football Player Projections: Breaking down Week 1

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Jamaal Charles has an opportunity to show off his talent against the Jaguars in the NFL's opening week :: George Gojkovich/Getty Images

Fantasy Player Projections: Week 1

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Quarterbacks

• 1. 1
  3. PeytonManningBroncos vs RavensQB
  4. PASS YDS344
  5. PASS TD4
  6. INT0
  7. RUSH YDS0
  8. RUSH TD0
  Just last week I predicted Manning would throw 45 touchdown passes this year. It all starts Week 1, as he'll toss two scores to Demaryius Thomas and one apiece to Eric Decker and Montee Ball.
• 1. 2
  3. DrewBreesSaints vs FalconsQB
  4. PASS YDS321
  5. PASS TD4
  6. INT0
  7. RUSH YDS0
  8. RUSH TD0
  What more can you say about Drew Brees? The guy is a fantasy monster, and now that he's officially reunited with Sean Payton, we're betting he'll welcome his coach back with a big day.
• 1. 3
  3. TonyRomoCowboys vs GiantsQB
  4. PASS YDS322
  5. PASS TD3
  6. INT0
  7. RUSH YDS15
  8. RUSH TD0
  I'm on record as believing Tony Romo will finish the season as a top-five quarterback. It all starts against the Giants this week.

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Running Backs

• 1. 1
  3. JamaalCharlesChiefs at JaguarsRB
  4. RUSH YDS144
  5. RUSH TD2
  6. REC YDS51
  7. REC TD1
  I've said time and time again that I believe Charles is the No. 2 player in fantasy football this year. We'll see exactly why Week 1 against the Jags.
• 1. 2
  3. AdrianPetersonVikings at LionsRB
  4. RUSH YDS156
  5. RUSH TD2
  6. REC YDS12
  7. REC TD0
  Everything has been said about Peterson's ridiculous 2012 season. He'll need to be every bit as good this year to get the Vikings back to the playoffs.
• 1. 3
  3. MattForteBears vs BengalsRB
  4. RUSH YDS93
  5. RUSH TD1
  6. REC YDS67
  7. REC TD1
  Forte will be in the MVP discussion this year. You heard it here first. He starts that campaign with a huge game against the Bengals, both on the ground and through the air.

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Wide Receivers

• 1. 1
  3. DemaryiusThomasBroncos vs RavensWR
  4. REC YDS121
  5. REC TD2
  Thomas will kick off the 2013 season in a big way, catching eight balls for 121 yards and two scores. He'll score the first touchdown of the season on a 32-yard strike from Peyton Manning.
• 1. 2
  3. AntonioBrownSteelers vs TitansWR
  4. REC YDS94
  5. REC TD2
  Everything is set up for Brown's breakout season in Pittsburgh. As the focal point of the passing game, he'll end the season as a top-12 receiver, and will get it started Week 1 against the Titans.
• 1. 3
  3. PierreGarconRedskins vs EaglesWR
  4. REC YDS91
  5. REC TD2
  A foot injury limited Garcon, but he was a top-15 receiver when healthy. If Griffin throws more and runs less this year, Garcon will be the primary beneficiary. He has breakout potential in 2013.

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Tight Ends

• 1. 1
  3. JimmyGrahamSaints vs FalconsTE
  4. REC YDS99
  5. REC TD1
  It's time for Jimmy Graham to create a tier of one at the tight end position. He'll begin his domination of linebackers and safeties with seven catches, 99 yards and a score this week
• 1. 2
  3. JasonWittenCowboys vs GiantsTE
  4. REC YDS74
  5. REC TD1
  Witten had a monster 2012, and he'll pick right up where he left off. He remains one of the best tight ends in the game.
• 1. 3
  3. GregOlsenPanthers vs SeahawksTE
  4. REC YDS67
  5. REC TD1
  Olsen has developed a great relationship with Cam Newton, one that could have him among the elite tight ends this year. He'll get that all started on Sunday.

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Kickers

• 1. 1
  3. MattBryantFalcons at SaintsK
  4. PAT3
  5. FG3
  A big day for the Falcons' offense means a big day for Bryant. He'll reward his owners with at least nine points, and perhaps more if your league gives out yardage bonuses.
• 1. 2
  3. StevenHauschkaSeahawks at PanthersK
  4. PAT3
  5. FG3
  With an offense driven by Russell Wilson and Marshawn Lynch, Hauschka may finish the year in the top 10 at the position. If the offense shows the necessary juice, consider Hauschka a regular starter.
• 1. 3
  3. DanBaileyCowboys vs GiantsK
  4. PAT3
  5. FG3
  Bailey's got a huge leg and is part of what could be a very good offense. He should be considered a weekly starter.

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Defenses

• 1. 1
  3. Patriotsat BillsPatriots at BillsDEFENSE
  4. PTS ALLOWED10
  5. SACKS6
  6. INT3
  7. TD1
  With E.J. Manuel at the helm for the Bills, the Patriots defense has a huge day. If they're available in your league, they make a great stream option.
• 1. 2
  3. Dolphinsat BrownsDolphins at BrownsDEFENSE
  4. PTS ALLOWED7
  5. SACKS5
  6. INT3
  7. TD1
  Miami's defense was under the radar last season, but that won't be the case in 2013, especially after it gets off to a huge start against Brandon Weeden and the Browns.
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  3. Texansat ChargersTexans at ChargersDEFENSE
  4. PTS ALLOWED7
  5. SACKS6
  6. INT2
  7. TD1
  Houston has one of the best defenses in the league and a great matchup against the Chargers. They'll be the top performing defense this week.

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