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Xavier Hutchinson fantasy outlook — Week 1

Xavier Hutchinson (WR, HOU) is our WR84 for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season, projected for 5.4 fantasy points with the team on bye. Data as of September 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM ET.

Data on this page is as of September 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM ET and refreshes automatically every 30 minutes.

Projection
5.4 pts
WR rank
#84
Rostered
1%
Started
0%
Matchup: byePepper Meter: 1 of 5 peppers, Mild

What our analysts say

Sally's take

Peppers & Picks ranks Xavier Hutchinson (HOU WR), our WR84 this week for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season against bye, projecting 5.4 projected points with a mild Pepper Meter rating. He's without an opponent this week, which caps this at a roster-hold conversation. He grades 46% below the average weekly WR number, which is a floor problem more than a ceiling one. Mild on the Pepper Meter is generous, honestly.

Tina's take

Peppers & Picks ranks Xavier Hutchinson (HOU WR), our WR84 this week for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season against bye, projecting 5.4 projected points with a mild Pepper Meter rating. He's without an opponent this week, which caps this at a roster-hold conversation. He grades 46% below the average weekly WR number, which is a floor problem more than a ceiling one. Mild on the Pepper Meter is generous, honestly.

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