The Baltimore Ravens will travel to take on the Buffalo Bills in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR DeAndre Hopkins.
Is DeAndre Hopkins Playing in Week 1?
Hopkins is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Baltimore Ravens’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit DeAndre Hopkins in Week 1?
DeAndre Hopkins was on the field for just 47.5% of Chiefs snaps last season, which is easily a career low, and it’s hard to expect him to bite off a role in Baltimore that puts him on our radar on any sort of consistent basis.
As mentioned above, the Chiefs join the Bengals, Cowboys, Titans, Colts, and Saints as teams on bye in Weeks 10-11, a stretch in which the Ravens face defenses that thrive in chaos (Minnesota and Cleveland).
If I had to get out the crystal ball and find a window in which Hopkins could justify flex consideration, that would be it, with the understanding that he carves out a niche in Todd Monken’s scheme and earns Lamar Jackson’s trust.
For now, you need not chase the big name.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
DeAndre Hopkins’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Hopkins is projected to score 8.9 points in PPR formats. This includes 3.2 receptions for 39.2 yards and 0.3 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Ravens at Bills
Weather could be a factor in this outdoor game with temperatures at 66 degrees Fahrenheit and winds of 14 mph. The wind may impact deep passes and field goal attempts.
