Davis Mattek on Brian Thomas Jr.

VideoWeek 1 NFL DFS Game By Game PreviewSeptember 10, 2026

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I don't know if I'm in on BTJ week one or not... is he just like using up Denzel Ward so that Parker Washington can eat?

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STACKED’s take

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Uncertain if Thomas Jr. is a primary target or a decoy

Davis Mattek is uncertain about Brian Thomas Jr. for Week 1, questioning whether he will be a primary target or if he will primarily serve as a decoy to draw coverage from Denzel Ward, potentially opening up opportunities for Parker Washington.

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Pick a FLEX option for this week: Quentin Johnston vs ARI JK Dobbins @ KC Carnell Tate vs NYJ

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Thomas Jr. was 2025 bust; elite Browns secondary shuts down Week 1.

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Brian Thomas is a high-upside tournament play with a downfield role.

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Pick a FLEX option for this week: Brian Thomas vs CLE Michael Pittman vs ATL Courtland Sutton @ KC

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The Brian Thomas Jr. splits with Trevor Lawrence aren't quite as bad as I remember them. The early-season schedule is brutal in Year 3, but BTJ could...

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Static X-receiver role limits schemed usage

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