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Palmer caught his only target for four yards in the 36-34 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

If you look at only the box score, it would appear as if 2023 first-round pick Quentin Johnston has already supplanted Palmer in the pecking order, as the rookie had three targets. But on closer inspection, Palmer far outpaced Johnston in playing time, registering 55 offensive snaps compared to Johnston's 22. Palmer has been a trusted target for quarterback Justin Herbert when the team has been without Keenan Allen or Mike Williams, and it's clear at least based off Week 1 playing time that Palmer could serve that same function this season.

Davis caught his lone reception for five yards in Sunday's 36-34 loss to the Dolphins.

The speedy rookie played just three total offensive snaps, significantly fewer than projected No. 4 target Joshua Palmer (55 snaps). Davis will likely be an electric special-teams returner for the Chargers, but at least based off his performance Week 1, he won't have a significant impact offensively.

Johnston tallied two catches on three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 36-34 loss to the Dolphins.

Despite the fact Mike Williams was sidelined for part of the first half due to a head injury, Johnston only saw 22 offensive snaps, far below supposed No. 4 wide receiver Joshua Palmer's 55. It's possible the Chargers simply want to ease Johnston into NFL action, but the big-bodied first-round pick was expected to fill a significant role right away. His fantasy upside in Week 2 against the Titans could depend on Williams' availability.

Renfrow was not targeted in the Raiders' 17-16 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

The veteran receiver was firmly overshadowed by fellow wideouts Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers (concussion) in the season opener. Renfrow logged just 13 offensive snaps, and even No. 4 WR DeAndre Carter caught a pass on the Raiders' final drive. However, Meyers left the contest late with a head injury, so he'll be subject to the league's concussion protocols ahead of a Week 2 matchup in Buffalo. If Meyers is unable to go, Renfrow could handle a majority of the slot opportunities.

Carter caught his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Broncos.

Carter's only catch in the season opener came on the Raiders' final drive of the contest, and he ultimately played just 10 snaps on offense. Fellow receivers Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers combined for 147 yards and two touchdowns on 15 receptions, but the latter sustained a head injury and will need to clear the NFL's concussion protocol in order to suit up against the Bills in Week 2. If Meyers remains sidelined, Carter and Hunter Renfrow could see their roles expand.

Thompson wasn't targeted in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Rams.

Thompson operated as the No. 5 wideout, as rookie Jake Bobo recorded 11 offensive snaps while Thompson played just two. Barring a slew of injuries, Thompson won't have any fantasy value.

Bobo wasn't targeted in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Rams.

Bobo was a preseason sensation, but he's pegged as the No. 4 wide receiver in the regular season. The 25-year-old rookie played 11 offensive snaps. As long as DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and Jaxon Smith-Njigba are healthy, Bobo's playing time will be limited.

Hutchinson caught his lone target for nine yards in Sunday's 25-9 loss to Baltimore in Week 1.

Hutchinson operated as the fifth wideout, as John Metchie (hamstring) was inactive. Hutchinson, selected in sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, played just seven snaps, well behind Robert Woods (58), Nico Collins (54), Noah Brown (52) and fellow rookie Tank Dell (37).

Toure was targeted three times and caught two passes for 18 yards in Sunday's 38-20 victory over the Bears.

Toure tallied only one target and one reception over the final eight games of the 2022 season, but he topped both numbers in Week 1 of 2023 despite finishing fifth among Packers wideouts in offensive snaps. Although Toure posted better numbers than the two rookie receivers who earned a spot on Green Bay's roster, his playing time and the fact another wideout ahead of him on the depth chart -- Christian Watson (hamstring) -- did not play Sunday suggest his opportunities to make an impact will be limited.

Heath did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 38-20 victory over the Bears.

Heath garnered a start in his first NFL appearance, but he made only a minor mark in the box score and wound up tied for third among Packers wideouts with 29 offensive snaps. The undrafted rookie steadily moved up the depth chart after joining Green Bay in late April, but he was unable to make a Week 1 impact even with Christian Watson (hamstring) out.