Should I start Sam Howell in Week 1?
QB · DAL
Week 1 · 2026 season · Consensus updated September 3 at 1:20 PM EDT
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SitConsensus QB63 · range #46–#74
Consensus QB63 — outside the starting range in 1QB leagues.
Week 1 consensus by format
| Format | QB rank | Best | Worst | Split | Flex rank | Proj. pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPR | QB63 | 46 | 74 | ±12.0 | — | 1.2 |
| Half PPR | QB63 | 46 | 74 | ±12.0 | — | 1.2 |
| Standard | QB63 | 46 | 74 | ±12.0 | — | 1.2 |
Expert consensus and ownership data via FantasyPros
Ranked around him this week
The QBs directly above and below on the Week 1 consensus board — the players you're actually choosing between.
- #67Jalen MilroeSit
- #68Andy DaltonSit
- #69Drew LockSit
- #63Sam HowellSit
- #71Drew AllarSit
- #72Jimmy GaroppoloSit
- #73Garrett NussmeierSit
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I start Sam Howell in Week 1?
- Sit. Consensus QB63 — outside the starting range in 1QB leagues. The expert range runs from #46 to #74. The consensus projection is 1.2 PPR points.
- Where is Sam Howell ranked for Week 1?
- The FantasyPros expert consensus has Sam Howell at QB63 for Week 1. The expert range runs from #46 to #74.