The Chicago Bears will host the Minnesota Vikings 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 Colston Loveland.
Is Colston Loveland Playing in Week 1?
Loveland is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bears’ 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 Colston Loveland in Week 1?
Tight end advice is tricky. You likely only have one, so it’s not as if you are tasked with a lineup decision, and in this instance, we are talking about a Monday Nighter, so Colston Loveland isn’t on the main slate for DFS players.
That said, I’m leaning in the conservative direction and ranking him outside of my top-10 at the position for his NFL debut. Sam LaPorta (Week 1: 39 yards) and Brock Bowers (held without a TD in September) have changed the way we think about rookie tight ends, even though they weren’t superstars initially.
Those two combined physical tools with usage and an accelerated learning curve. I don’t think Loveland will be on that level due to the upside around him, but I think he’ll progress as the season goes and crack my top-10 regularly as we get into the meat of the schedule.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Colston Loveland’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Loveland is projected to score 9.6 points in PPR formats. This includes 3.7 receptions for 38.2 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: Bears vs Vikings
Weather could significantly impact this outdoor game with temperatures at 64 degrees Fahrenheit and strong winds of 16 mph. The wind will likely affect the passing and kicking games, potentially favoring rushing attacks.
