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NFL Preseason Week 1 Fantasy Football Takeaways: De'Von Achane's usage hints at monster workload coming
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Key Points:
- Dolphins' De'Von Achane played all 14 snaps on the first drive, receiving significant carries and looks, suggesting a major role in the regular season; WRs Malik Washington and Caleb Douglas showed promise in 2-WR sets.
- Jets' first-round WR Omar Cooper Jr. lost his starting job to Isaiah Williams in 3-WR sets, while Breece Hall maintained a bellcow workload, indicating Hall's value as a Round 3 pick.
- Broncos' Courtland Sutton stood out despite limited starters playing; rookie RB RJ Harvey and fourth-rounder Jonah Coleman are competing for backup roles, with Adam Prentice taking short-yardage carries.
- Commanders' rookie RB Kaytron Allen led with 43 snaps and 23 carries, showing bruising running style but facing competition from Jeremy McNichols; backup QB Marcus Mariota exited with a knee issue.
- Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love impressed with a strong debut and significant snaps over Tyler Allgeier, while offensive line injuries pose concerns; Raiders' rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. showed big-play ability behind Ashton Jeanty.
