Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders Name Rookies Starting Wide Receivers

Rookie wide receivers are making significant impacts on NFL teams' opening depth charts this season. Dont’e Thornton Jr., a former Tennessee Vol, secured a starting wide receiver spot for the Las Vegas Raiders, standing out in training camp and preseason with notable size and speed metrics. Meanwhile, Tennessee Titans rookie Elic Ayomanor emerged as a starter opposite Calvin Ridley, surpassing veteran Van Jefferson, a move that surprised many analysts and fantasy football enthusiasts. Ayomanor's role on the Titans has drawn attention due to his upside and potential, making him a player to watch beyond dynasty leagues. Additionally, the Titans saw other key depth chart changes, including Cedric Gray winning the inside linebacker starting spot and rookie backups filling important positions on the offensive line. These developments highlight the infusion of young talent shaping team strategies and the NFL season’s opening matchups.