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 WR Travis Hunter.
Is Travis Hunter Playing in Week 1?
Hunter 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 Travis Hunter in Week 1?
What the Jags love about Travis Hunter is what we hate. His ability to be used on both sides of the ball will be a projection hurdle that might smooth out in time. Still, given Jacksonville’s score/situation, it is also at risk of evolving within individual games.
But you knew that when you drafted Hunter and were willing to overlook it for the rare ability. I don’t blame you, and this is about as good a spot as you could ask for to make a splash in a professional debut.
Over the past two seasons, twice have we seen a defense blitz over 30% of the time and create pressure on under 30% of opponent dropbacks
2023 Panthers: 29.3% pressure rate and 32.9% blitz rate 2024 Panthers: 25.1% pressure rate and 30.1% blitz rate
Trevor Lawrence figures to have his time to throw, and the Panthers will likely shade coverage in the direction of Brian Thomas Jr. because … well, they watched football with the rest of us last season.
If I’m starting a rookie receiver to open this season, it’s Hunter over Tetairoa McMillan (also in this game) because I trust the infrastructure around him just a touch more. Both first-year wideouts are on the WR3/flex radar and carry plenty of potential into their professional debuts.
Maybe both go off, and this game shoots out significantly?
I think that’s within the range of outcomes. Keep in mind, however, that if that occurs, I will preach to sell high on both, barring something significant happening that changes my thought process: you don’t get ideal conditions and a soft matchup every week in the NFL.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em article.
Travis Hunter’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Hunter is projected to score 12.9 points in PPR formats. This includes 3.9 receptions for 50.5 yards and 0.6 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.
