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Six fantasy football players to avoid in Week 1

Melvin Gordon, running back, San Diego Chargers

Melvin Gordon

Gordon struggled with pass protection and was completely underwhelming in his preseason attempts at rushing, averaging only 2.2 yards per carry.

As a result, he is going to lose some late-down work to pass-catching running back Danny Woodhead moving forward. A Week 1 matchup against the Detroit Lions that allowed only seven rushing scores all last year, along with an average of 45 rush yards per game proves this is no time to gamble with Gordon.

Surely, there are better options when it comes filling your RB2 or flex spot.

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