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Fantasy football week 1 recap - everything has changed

The opening week of the 2026 NFL campaign delivered unprecedented offensive fireworks, headlined by an astonishing shootout between the Chicago Bears and Carolina Panthers. Combining for 96 points, the franchises established a brand new record for the highest-scoring Week 1 contest in league history while also achieving the season's inaugural 'Scorigami'.

Chicago's high-flying offensive outburst marked the highest point total the franchise has ever accumulated in an opening game, helping drive a thrilling Sunday slate.

From a fantasy and quarterback perspective, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen flourished with stellar performances in their respective openers, leaving strong impressions alongside the Baltimore Ravens and Bears offenses. Conversely, Deshaun Watson struggled out of the gate, contrasting sharply with the weekend's dominant quarterback displays as teams like the Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Cincinnati Bengals surged.