Week 1 Fantasy WR Rankings: Your Key to Draft Day Dominance!

Hello, fantasy football enthusiasts! Welcome to the first week of our in-depth series on fantasy wide receiver rankings. We're kicking off the season with a bang, so let's dive right in and get you ready for draft day! Remember, the key to winning your league is preparation, and we're here to help you dominate from week one. So, grab your snacks, and let's get started! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and week 1 fantasy wr rankings.

Why Focus on Wide Receivers in Week 1?

Before we dive into the rankings, let's chat about why wide receivers are so crucial in week one. In many fantasy leagues, the waiver wire is frozen until after the first week of the season. This means that if you miss out on a top wideout in the draft, you won't be able to snag a replacement until after the initial games have been played. Plus, wide receivers are often the difference-makers in close matchups, so having a solid corps at the position can significantly boost your chances of winning.

Week 1 Fantasy WR Rankings: Top 20

Alright, enough talk! Let's get to the meat and potatoes – our week 1 fantasy WR rankings! Remember, these rankings are based on a points-per-reception (PPR) format, as it's the most popular in fantasy football. If you're in a standard league, simply adjust the rankings based on your league's scoring format.

1. Davante Adams, Green Bay Packers

Davante Adams has been on an absolute tear since Aaron Rodgers' return to the Packers. In 2020, Adams led the league in receiving yards (1,374) and tied for the most receiving touchdowns (18). With Rodgers back under center, we expect more of the same in 2021. The Packers' week one matchup against the New Orleans Saints is a tough one, but Adams' elite talent should shine through.

2. Stefon Diggs, Buffalo Bills

Stefon Diggs had an incredible first season with the Buffalo Bills, leading the league in receptions (127) and ranking third in receiving yards (1,535). With Josh Allen continuing to develop as a passer, Diggs should remain a top fantasy option in 2021. The Bills face off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in week one, but Diggs' high target volume should help him overcome the challenging matchup.

3. Tyreek Hill, Kansas City Chiefs

Tyreek Hill is one of the most explosive players in the NFL, and his big-play ability makes him a weekly threat in fantasy football. In 2020, Hill ranked second in receiving yards (1,472) and tied for second in receiving touchdowns (15). The Chiefs' week one matchup against the Cleveland Browns is a tough one, but Hill's elite speed and Patrick Mahomes' arm should help him find success.

4. Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1. 2020. Evans ranked fourth in receiving yards (1,006) and tied for sixth in receiving touchdowns (13). With Tom Brady back under center, we expect Evans to continue his dominance in
2. 2021. The Buccaneers face off against the Dallas Cowboys in week one, and Evans should have no trouble finding the end zone against their suspect secondary.

5. DeAndre Hopkins, Arizona Cardinals

1. 2021. Hopkins ranked fifth in receiving yards (1,407) and tied for sixth in receiving touchdowns (13) in
2. 2020. The Cardinals' week one matchup against the Tennessee Titans is a tough one, but Hopkins' elite route-running and Kyler Murray's improved passing should help him overcome the challenge.

6. Calvin Ridley, Atlanta Falcons

Calvin Ridley took a significant step forward in 2020, ranking eighth in receiving yards (907) and tied for sixth in receiving touchdowns (13). With Julio Jones' future in Atlanta uncertain, Ridley should see an even larger share of the targets in 2021. The Falcons face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in week one, and Ridley's big-play ability should help him find success against their suspect secondary.

7. A.J. Brown, Tennessee Titans

1. 2021. Brown ranked 13th in receiving yards (1,075) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (11) in
2. 2020. The Titans' week one matchup against the Arizona Cardinals is a tough one, but Brown's physicality and red-zone prowess should help him overcome the challenge.

8. D.K. Metcalf, Seattle Seahawks

D.K. Metcalf has quickly become one of the most dominant wide receivers in the NFL, and his 2020 campaign was no different. Metcalf ranked seventh in receiving yards (1,303) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10). With Russell Wilson back under center, we expect Metcalf to continue his dominance in 2021. The Seahawks face off against the Indianapolis Colts in week one, and Metcalf's size and speed should help him find success against their talented secondary.

9. Keenan Allen, Los Angeles Chargers

1. 2021. Allen ranked ninth in receiving yards (992) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Chargers' week one matchup against the Washington Football Team is a favorable one, and Allen's high target volume should help him find success.

10. Adam Thielen, Minnesota Vikings

1. 2021. Thielen ranked 10th in receiving yards (925) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Vikings' week one matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals is a favorable one, and Thielen's high target volume should help him find success.

11. Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings

Justin Jefferson had an incredible rookie season in 2020, ranking 12th in receiving yards (1,400) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10). With Adam Thielen drawing the attention of opposing defenses, Jefferson should have plenty of opportunities to make plays in 2021. The Vikings' week one matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals is a favorable one, and Jefferson's big-play ability should help him find success.

12. Brandin Cooks, Houston Texans

1. 2021. Cooks ranked 14th in receiving yards (1,150) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Texans' week one matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars is a favorable one, and Cooks' speed and high target volume should help him find success.

13. Terry McLaurin, Washington Football Team

1. 2021. McLaurin ranked 15th in receiving yards (1,118) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Washington Football Team's week one matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers is a challenging one, but McLaurin's big-play ability should help him find success.

14. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys

CeeDee Lamb had an impressive rookie season in 2020, ranking 16th in receiving yards (935) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10). With Amari Cooper drawing the attention of opposing defenses, Lamb should have plenty of opportunities to make plays in 2021. The Cowboys' week one matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is a challenging one, but Lamb's big-play ability should help him find success.

15. Diontae Johnson, Pittsburgh Steelers

1. 2021. Johnson ranked 17th in receiving yards (923) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Steelers' week one matchup against the Buffalo Bills is a challenging one, but Johnson's high target volume should help him find success.

16. Allen Lazard, Green Bay Packers

Allen Lazard had a breakout season in 2020, ranking 18th in receiving yards (813) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10). With Davante Adams drawing the attention of opposing defenses, Lazard should have plenty of opportunities to make plays in 2021. The Packers' week one matchup against the New Orleans Saints is a tough one, but Lazard's big-play ability should help him find success.

17. JuJu Smith-Schuster, Pittsburgh Steelers

1. 2021. Smith-Schuster ranked 23rd in receiving yards (977) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Steelers' week one matchup against the Buffalo Bills is a challenging one, but Smith-Schuster's high target volume should help him find success.

18. Michael Thomas, New Orleans Saints

1. 2020. Assuming he's healthy, Thomas should return to form in
2. 2021. The Saints' week one matchup against the Green Bay Packers is a challenging one, but Thomas' elite route-running should help him find success.

19. Chris Godwin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1. 2021. Godwin ranked 24th in receiving yards (840) and tied for 14th in receiving touchdowns (10) in
2. 2020. The Buccaneers' week one matchup against the Dallas Cowboys is a favorable one, and Godwin's high target volume should help him find success.

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