The Tennessee Titans will travel to take on the Denver Broncos 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 TE Chig Okonkwo.
Is Chig Okonkwo Playing in Week 1?
Okonkwo is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Titans’ 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 Chig Okonkwo in Week 1?
There are three tight ends in the first half of their career who have 50 catches on a 70% catch rate in the past two seasons: Trey McBride, Sam LaPorta, and Chig Okonkwo.
We are talking about a rare athlete at the position that now has some actual upside in terms of the man tasked with getting him the football. It wouldn’t shock me if we highlight Okonkwo as a great free agent add by the end of the month or as a viable DFS punt play.
Patience.
At this point in time, there’s no reason to target uncertainty at this level when setting your lineup. Okonkwo could enter the top-12 conversation with time if he shows a connection with Cam Ward, but that’s something I need to see first.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Chig Okonkwo’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Okonkwo is projected to score 8.1 points in PPR formats. This includes 3.5 receptions for 36.5 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: Titans at Broncos
Weather conditions should be favorable for this outdoor matchup with temperatures at 78 degrees Fahrenheit and light winds of 8 mph.
