The Dallas Cowboys will face the Philadelphia Eagles 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 Miles Sanders.
Is Miles Sanders Playing in Week 1?
Sanders is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cowboys’ 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 Miles Sanders in Week 1?
It is difficult to project the number of touches Miles Sanders will get in this game. To start the season, this backfield looks like a small pie that will be split into several small pieces, which is not ideal for fantasy production.
However, that lack of clarity is precisely why a player like Sanders can be rostered. His usage remains unknown in what is expected to be an above-average offense. At just 28 years old, the former second-round pick is a situation worthy of your attention in September.
While this stance could completely reverse in a month, it’s a wait-and-see situation for now. Expectations are low, and he is not close to being in the flex discussion this week. That assessment is both fair and correct. Good fantasy managers, however, are at least open-minded when it comes to this backfield.
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.
Miles Sanders’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Sanders is projected to score 5.3 points in PPR formats. This includes 27.4 rushing yards and 0.0 touchdowns. It also includes 1.1 receptions for 6.1 receiving yards and 0.0 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.
