The Jacksonville Jaguars will host the Carolina Panthers 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 RB Bhayshul Tuten.
Is Bhayshul Tuten Playing in Week 1?
Tuten is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Jaguars’ 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 Bhayshul Tuten in Week 1?
Let’s be honest: Jacksonville’s backfield was underwhelming last season, and there isn’t a lot of optimism for the Carolina Panthers’ defense to suddenly improve. While Bhayshul Tuten deserves to be rostered in all fantasy formats, his immediate role is unclear.
With both Tank Bigsby and Travis Etienne Jr. touching the ball over 170 times in the 2024-25 season, it’s hard to project Tuten for more than eight to 10 touches in Week 1. That kind of volume isn’t worth the risk.
However, the rookie from Virginia Tech has potential. He averaged 6.3 yards per carry last season in college and ran for 10 or more scores in each of his final three collegiate seasons. There is something here, and he should get a chance to prove his value over time.
The best approach is to roster and hold him. There’s no reason to force Tuten into your lineup, especially with bye weeks still a month away. It’s possible that selecting Tuten in your draft will help you win a championship in January, but that doesn’t mean he should be on your fantasy radar for Week 1.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Bhayshul Tuten’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Tuten is projected to score 7 points in PPR formats. This includes 32.5 rushing yards, 0.4 rushing touchdowns, 0.6 receptions for 2.3 receiving yards, and 0.1 receiving 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: Jaguars vs Panthers
Weather conditions should be favorable for this outdoor matchup with temperatures at 88 degrees Fahrenheit and light winds of 6 mph.
