Now that the dust has settled from the start of TSN CFL Fantasy, here are your hits and misses for Week 1 CFL Fantasy.

Week 1 CFL Fantasy: Studs and Duds

Studs

Mike Reilly, Edmonton – 34.6 Points

Mike Reilly was the most expensive player of the week, and he returned on your investment in a big way. In a bizarre, oft interrupted game, Reilly elevated his play when it mattered most at the end of the game. Reilly will be just as costly next week, but the 2017 MOP has proven he’s worth every penny.

Jonathan Jennings, BC – 21 Points

Jennings turned back the clock to 2016 and provided excellent value against his $9095 cap hit. Nearly as impressive as his two passing touchdowns and nearly 60 rushing yards was Jennings’ 83.3% completion rate. Although he has a bye next week, Jonathan Jennings looks promising for 2018.

Tyrell Sutton, Montreal – 16.8 Points

Sutton was the highest-scoring running back of the week without scoring a touchdown. With six targets, Sutton was heavily involved in the passing game and is an excellent example of how the game has changed with PPR scoring this year. Sutton also had the second most carries of the week, showing the team’s commitment to keeping their best weapon involved.

Don Jackson, Calgary – 16.7 points

When Calgary’s depth chart came out on Friday, it was somewhat surprising to see Don Jackson listed as the starter. Dave Dickenson said they’d be using the hot hand approach, and as a result Jackson currently leads the league in rushing. While he was a phenomenal value in Week 1, his stats don’t tell the whole story. Jackson produced more than half his points on an excellent 44-yard touchdown run with 1:08 remaining in the game. Until that stage, Jackson had only managed 4.3 points. With long-term usage unclear, Jackson doesn’t look like a trustworthy weekly start.

Derel Walker, Edmonton – 31.2 Points

If you didn’t see this play, do yourself a favour and click the link. Walker was the highest-scoring receiver by a colossal margin. If you’re still not convinced, consider this: If you removed Walker’s 101-yard touchdown, he still would’ve been the sixth-best receiver on the week. Walker is simply a must start.

Chris Williams, Montreal – 15.8 Points

Looking to bounce back from a down year with the Lions, Williams made a statement to start the season. With 98 yards on nine targets, including a 56-yard reception that was nearly a touchdown, Chris Williams looks to be Drew Willy’s favourite target. His price made him an excellent value, and he looks to be a bargain again next week at $3798.

Jalen Saunders, Hamilton – 18.8 Points

Only SJ Green had more targets than Jalen Saunders in Week 1. With a 64% catch rate, Saunders converted his 11 targets into 118 yards, and big PPR value for your fantasy team. Expect Jeremiah Masoli to continue looking his way next week against the Eskimos.

Duds

Ricky Ray, Toronto – 8.12 Points

When your backup outscores you, clearly you had a bad week. Ray was one of the most expensive players and conversely one of the worst values in terms of production versus cost. Even though he completed only 59% of his 37 passes, Ray has the volume to make receivers productive. His accuracy may improve next week against Calgary, a defense that allowed the second-most yards and completions in week 1.

Jeremiah Johnson, BC – 7.6 Points

There were no egregious busts among startable running backs, but Jeremiah Johnson didn’t give you what you hoped for based on his 2017 performance. Johnson was not necessarily poor in any manner and produced a quality 5.2 yards per carry. His upside is tied to touchdowns, but greater productivity in the passing game would help raise his floor.

Adarius Bowman, Winnipeg – 0 Points

Adarius Bowman is a great guy, but if you started him this week, he torpedoed your team. While the extreme weather makes it difficult to draw conclusions, Bowman only saw three targets come his way and caught none. His usage may change when Matt Nichols returns, but for now, Bowman isn’t a first or second-choice receiver. Don’t start him unless his price comes way down.

Brandon Banks, Hamilton – 5.9 Points

It was always going to be difficult for Banks to return on his massive price tag, but four receptions for 19 yards is dramatically below expectations. In a game where his team produced two 100-yard receivers, Banks was barely involved. There could be enough passing volume in Hamilton for Banks to be relevant, but his price factors in involvement in the return game, and he wasn’t involved.

Bargain of the Week

Chris Streveler, Winnipeg – 18.1 Points

Not even the most bullish Blue Bombers fans predict Streveler would be leading the CFL in passing touchdowns after Week 1. His minimum price tag shot up to $6000 this week, but Chris Streveler could still be a value in a promising matchup against the Alouettes.

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