The Houston Texans will travel to take on the Los Angeles Rams 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 Jaylin Noel.
Is Jaylin Noel Playing in Week 1?
Noel is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ 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 Jaylin Noel in Week 1?
In April, Jayden Higgins was picked 45 spots ahead of Jaylin Noel. Given that they shared a college receiver room, it stands to reason that Houston very much prefers Higgins in a vacuum.
And I think I agree in terms of talent.
But this game isn’t a talent evaluation contest. Higgins profiles as the tougher matchup that can be used in more creative ways. That’s great for the Texans, but we are more concerned with proximity to role.
Who has the cleaner path to mattering?
Higgins’ profile may grade out better, but his targets will likely come at Nico Collins’s expense, while Noel will take food off Christian Kirk’s plate.
To be clear, I don’t think either rookie is an impact player in fantasy circles in the short-term, but if I had to bet on developing into a roster-worthy player without the benefit of an injury ahead of them on the depth chart, it’s Noel.
It’s not exciting, but like Higgins, Noel is a player that should be rostered in most formats and counted on in none.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Jaylin Noel’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Noel is projected to score 7.5 points in PPR formats. This includes 2.4 receptions for 35.6 yards and 0.2 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: Texans at Rams
Since the Rams play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 1 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
