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Facts vs. Feelings: Eight players to watch as the season kicks off

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The transition from summer to fall always feels clunky, or maybe stifling is a better word? The calendar flip from Aug. 31 to Sept. 1 doesn't scream tank tops to turtlenecks.

With rest and clarity, this week is welcome, Liz Loza writes.

Enjoy this feeling because it's more fleeting than a weekend away.

New Orleans Saints' Alvin Kamara figures to start the season delivering low-end RB1 numbers.

Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is likely to be a top-15 fantasy QB in Week 1 .

Austin Ekeler remains one of the best pass-catching RBs in the NFL , registering at least 50 receptions for five straight campaigns.

Ray Davis is rostered in 14% of ESPN fantasy leagues, but everyone should be watching what he does in Week 1 .

Diontae Johnson has comeback potential, but the rebound is not likely to hit this season .

Malik Nabers , a fourth -round rookie out of Kentucky , should net more touches than Ty Johnson .

Noah Fant , a first -round Seattle Seahawks tight end, has yet to unlock his red zone prowess.

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