Chargers running back Ryan Mathews didn't have the most impressive of Week 1 performances, rushing 13 times for 33 yards and catching two passes for 22 yards and a touchdown. While it all added up to 11 points in standard leagues -- good for a spot in the top 10 of Week 1 running back scoring -- it's risky to look at this as a good thing, as he won't be scoring touchdowns (and getting those six points) every week.
Mathews should benefit from a Week 2 date against the Eagles, who will execute their offense at a lightning-fast pace and offer the Chargers plenty of chances to rack up Fantasy stats. The question here, though, is about playing time -- Ronnie Brown had seven touches in Week 1 to Mathews' 15. And Danny Woodhead will likely have a role in the offense, as well. Mathews was second on the team in receptions in Week 1, but that's not going to matter much to his owners if all that takes is catching two passes.
Mathews hasn't done enough yet to merit standing as a solid RB2 just yet. But with his potential in this new Chargers system, he can be started as a flex in most leagues. It's a new world order with running backs this season, and just hitting double digits in points may be enough to be a top-12 back most weeks.