The quarterback position in fantasy football has been important since the beginning. In recent years, the running back position has taken over but there are few who can resist a Patrick Mahomes or Lamar Jackson in early rounds.

With that being said, there are not many like that. Once the top quarterbacks are gone, the value goes into the later rounds. After Mahomes, Jackson, Deshaun Watson, and Russell Wilson, there is a drop off. It is smart to wait until the later rounds to find your starting quarterback because there is no need to reach early.

Heading into Week 1, Dak Prescott and Josh Allen are ranked high because of their matchups. This is not the case for all quarterbacks. There are plenty of options that will struggle because they are up against a superior opponent. These are the ones to stay away from.

When setting your lineup Week 1, it is important to note matchups. If you do not have a top-tier quarterback, it is something to look at every week. It can be the difference between a win and a loss in any given week.

With that, let’s take a look at five risky options to be aware of during the first week of the 2020 fantasy football season.