The Philadelphia Eagles will host the Dallas Cowboys 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 A.J. Brown.
Is A.J. Brown Playing in Week 1?
Brown is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Eagles’ 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 A.J. Brown in Week 1?
Due to the way this offense operates, it’s understandable to have concerns about consistency with A.J. Brown. I share them with you, and there are going to be some weeks when Philadelphia’s other stars shine brighter.
I don’t think we’ll run into that issue to open the season.
Brown has cleared 90 yards or scored a touchdown in all six career games against the Cowboys (2.78 yards per route across those contests), and either of these actions likely results in WR1 production this week.
We will likely discuss labeling Brown as a DFS fade in future weeks based on a specific set of circumstances. This week is not that. Feel free to run him out there in your Showdown lineups and as a bona fide star in your season-long leagues.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Start-Sit Advice Cheat Sheet for every fantasy-relevant player in every game.
A.J. Brown’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
A.J. Brown is projected to score 17.2 points in PPR formats. This includes 5.6 receptions for 84.5 yards and 0.5 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Cowboys at Eagles
The weather forecast for the Cowboys vs. Eagles matchup calls for cloudy conditions and a kickoff temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds are forecasted to blow south at 10 MPH with a 0% chance of rain. These are good conditions for fantasy football and will have minimal impact on the game.
