Rashad Jennings, Andre Williams' Instant Fantasy Reaction After Week 1

The New York Giants may have struggled in the early going against the Detroit Lions Monday, but at least fantasy owners were pleased with Rashad Jennings. 

Jennings found the end zone in the fourth quarter, as NFL on ESPN noted:

The touchdown was critical for fantasy purposes because at the time Jennings only had 46 rushing yards and was averaging 2.9 yards a carry. The good news was that he mixed in 26 receiving yards on two catches and three targets. 

On the flip side of Jennings’ production was Andre Williams, who didn’t see a lot of early action. At the time of Jennings’ touchdown, Williams had a mere nine rushing yards on three carries and zero catches. Brad Evans of Yahoo Sports also had an interesting observation:

The lack of a goal-line look is concerning for Williams since that was seen as one of his specialties heading into the season. Jennings certainly took advantage of his chance.

In all, it was a very discouraging Monday evening if you have Williams on your fantasy team but an encouraging one if you have Jennings. Jennings ended up with those 46 rushing yards and touchdown on the ground and 50 receiving yards through the air. Williams finished with nine rushing yards on five carries and did not tally a single catch.

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It was clear all game that Jennings is the No. 1 option going forward in the Giants offense. It was critical that he got involved in the passing game because the Giants found themselves behind very early. If that pattern continues, New York is going to be throwing a lot all season.

That could neutralize Williams.