Chase Brown Week 1 Outlook - Buccaneers at Bengals

By Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros), Mon, Sep 7th 2026, 7:15pm EDT

Chase Brown has arguably the best situation of any RB this season. With only Samaje Perine and Tahj Brooks competing with him for touches, Brown is once again a clear workhorse RB on one of the league's most potent offenses. Coming off back to back top 12 RB finishes, Chase Brown is primed to make it three consecutive RB1 finishes in 2026. He opens the season against the Buccaneers who bolster an underrated defensive front. It may be tough sledding on the ground for Brown, however, his pass catching provides a very safe fantasy floor. My name is Ellis and I am writing the 2026 player outlooks for FantasyPros. I believe this Bengals offense could be the best in the league in 2026, and Chase Brown should be a key part of it.