2024 Denver Broncos Fantasy Preview
2024 Denver Broncos Fantasy Preview You know it went south if a team was willing to pay someone $38 million not to play for you. Last season, Denver averaged just 298.4 yards per contest. Now Sean Payton and the Broncos
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Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 10
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 10 It is hard to believe that we already in double-digit weeks. The fantasy football playoffs are just a month away. The best way to increase your odds of getting there is to know the top Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 10 options. FullTime Fantasy has you covered, along with some of the top tools of the trade and accurate rankings. Week 10 Byes: Kansas City, Los Angeles Rams, Miami, Philadelphia Quarterbacks Start ‘Em Geno Smith (Seattle Seahawks) vs. Washington Flat out, Geno has not been good this season. Smith has surpassed 16 points only once all year. However, given the upcoming matchup, there’s a possibility for his best game of the season in Week 10. Also, the Commanders have allowed the third-highest passing yards throughout the year and the most since Week 5. Additionally, they’ve given up the most passing touchdowns in that period and rank third in fantasy points per game allowed to quarterbacks . Despite Smith’s recent struggles, the Seahawks still boast a roster with plenty of skilled pass-catchers. That presents an opportunity for him to capitalize on this favorable matchup. Baker Mayfield (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) vs. Tennessee Baker Mayfield managed to score 23 fantasy points in a shootout with the Texans. That marked the fifth time in eight games that he’s reached at least 20 points this season. While the Titans have limited opposing quarterbacks, with only two surpassing 19.1 fantasy points, Mayfield should deliver another solid stat line in this matchup. The Buccaneers’ recent defensive struggles and uncertainties in their ground game contribute to the expectation of a potential shootout. Despite the modest 39.5 over/under for this game, it feels like there is some shootout potential. And that would favor Mayfield and the home team. Sit ‘Em Russell Wilson (Denver Broncos) at Buffalo Despite Russell Wilson ranking 13th in fantasy points, Week 10 may not be the best time to start him. Facing the Buffalo Bills, who have allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks, Wilson’s inconsistency, with half of his games as a top-12 fantasy quarterback, raises concerns. Also, Buffalo’s clear favoritism and Denver’s tendency to run more when playing from behind or tied further diminish Wilson’s potential in this matchup. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars) vs. San Francisco Trevor Lawrence, having a decent season, has struggled to translate it into fantasy points. He’s averaging 17.4 Fantasy points per game. That is far below the top-5 status that many projected for the third-year signal caller. Also, despite facing a 49ers’ defense that has shown vulnerabilities in recent games, Lawrence’s track record this year suggests a limited ceiling. Starting T- Law in one-quarterback leagues may be a tough decision, considering the uncertainty of a smash game. Running Backs Start ‘Em Javonte Williams (Denver Broncos) at Buffalo Returning as Denver’s primary running back in Week 8 before the bye, Javonte Williams showcased a strong performance. He played 45 offensive snaps, his third-highest in a game. Carrying the ball 27 times for 85 yards, Williams has consistently received double-digit carries in every healthy game. And that’s been irrespective of the game script. Facing the Buffalo Bills, who possess a below-average run defense, Williams has an opportunity to exploit their vulnerabilities. Buffalo has allowed over 90 rushing yards to four different running backs and surrendered the third-most receiving yards to running backs, making Williams a potential dual-threat option. James Cook (Buffalo Bills) vs. Denver Despite a limited workload in the previous week, James Cook remains the lead back for the Bills. While concerns arise from his recent single-digit fantasy performances and the emergence of Leonard Fournette, Cook deserves another chance, especially given the favorable matchup against the Broncos in Week 10. Denver has allowed the most fantasy points per game to running backs, including high rankings in rushing yards, yards per carry, and rushing touchdowns. Additionally, they are among the top teams in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns allowed to running backs. Considering the bye weeks and the opponent, Cook is a crucial player to consider starting this week. Sit ‘Em Gus Edwards (Baltimore Ravens) vs. Cleveland While Gus Edwards has delivered fantasy success in recent weeks, with at least 17 fantasy points in three straight games, caution is advised in Week 10. Dependent on touchdowns, Edwards has not surpassed seven fantasy points in a game without a touchdown this season. However, facing the Browns, who have allowed just two rushing touchdowns to running backs, Edwards’ usage and touchdown dependency, coupled with the challenging matchup, make him a risky start. Jerome Ford (Cleveland Browns) at Baltimore If you couldn’t tell I am off this Browns/Ravens game. Jerome Ford’s previous encounter with the Baltimore defense resulted in a rough performance, managing only nine carries for 26 yards and five catches for 19 yards on six targets. Despite Deshaun Watson’s return, the loss of standout left tackle Jedrick Wills and a difficult matchup against the Ravens raise concerns for Ford. Also, sharing workload with Kareem Hunt further diminishes Ford’s fantasy outlook, positioning both running backs as flex options at best in Week 10. At just 43.5 points, this AFC rivalry has the lowest over/under for Week 10. That makes it a game to avoid, if at all possible. Wide Receivers Start ‘Em Nathaniel “Tank” Dell (Houston Texans) at Cincinnati Tank Dell has showcased a mix of excellent and subpar performances this season. In his successful outings, he has been targeted at least seven times, catching at least five passes for over 70 yards and a touchdown. However, in less favorable situations, he has been limited to four or fewer targets with no touchdowns. Dell’s performance is closely tied to the number of routes he runs, excelling when running more routes and facing man coverage. With a favorable matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have the third-lowest team coverage grade this season, Dell is poised for success. Despite facing man coverage on only 29 routes, he averages an impressive 3.48 yards per route run.
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 8
Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 8 Last week we avoided some major potholes like Jameson Williams, Justin Herbert, and Hunter Henry. Some of our start options didn’t go as planned, but a full slate without byes brings new opportunities. After scouring the waiver wire and getting the latest injury news, let’s explore the top Fantasy Football Start’ Em Sit’ Em Week 8 options. Week 8 Byes: NONE Quarterbacks Start ‘Em C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans) at Carolina Stroud had been displaying robust performances leading up to the Texans’ Week 7 bye, delivering multiple passing touchdowns in four of his previous five games. He exceeded 20 fantasy points in three of those outings, establishing a base of around 14 fantasy points per game. Nonetheless, this week might mark the pinnacle of his rookie season as he faces the Panthers, who allow 7.6 yards per attempt, ranking sixth-highest in the NFL. Also, the Panthers play mostly cover 3, which is a defense Stroud has consistently beaten all season. Derek Carr (New Orleans Saints) at Indianapolis Could this be the week where Carr achieves his first smash game of the season? His recent performances have just been meh, with three consecutive games yielding at least 18.3 Fantasy points against New England, Houston, and Jacksonville. In two of those games, he amassed over 301 passing yards. Carr has only recorded multiple touchdowns in one game this season. However, this week, he faces the Colts, who have allowed at least two touchdowns to four of seven opposing quarterbacks, with five of them scoring more than 18.2 Fantasy points. Carr should be regarded as a high-end No. 2 fantasy quarterback in all leagues for Week 8. Sit ‘Em Geno Smith (Seattle Seahawks) vs. Cleveland Despite throwing multiple passing touchdowns for just the second time this season, In week 7 Smith managed to accumulate less than 14 fantasy points. In the 2023 campaign, he has exceeded 16 fantasy points on only one occasion. That is a significant drop from his 2022 average of nearly 18 fantasy points per game. Lastly, facing the Browns, who have conceded the fewest passing yards in the NFL this season, and allowed just one passing touchdown per game while restricting QBs to the fifth-lowest fantasy PPG, makes it a wise decision to bench Smith in fantasy. Running Backs Start ‘Em Dameon Pierce (Houston Texans) at Carolina Pierce’s season has been challenging thus far, as he has managed to reach double-digit fantasy points only on two occasions. In his last appearance before the bye, he lost playing time to Devin Singletary. Nevertheless, considering the matchup in Week 8, it’s worth giving him another chance. Singletary doesn’t scare me either and Piece is better than Singletary at everything. The Panthers have surrendered the third-most rushing yards and the highest number of rushing touchdowns, despite having already had their bye week. They concede 5.3 yards per carry, the second-most in the NFL, and particularly struggle against outside runs, allowing the highest yards per carry in the league. Pierce leads Houston in outside carries, making him a viable RB2 or flex option. Jaylen Warren (Pittsburgh Steelers) vs. Jacksonville Warren found the end zone and achieved double-digit fantasy points for the third consecutive game last week, marking the fourth time in his last five outings. Warren serves as the Steelers’ primary pass-catching back, garnering 27 targets, 22 catches, and 165 receiving yards this season, in contrast to Harris’ 12 targets, eight catches, and 52 yards. Also, he significantly outperforms Harris in these categories when the team is trailing. The Steelers may need to play catch-up against the Jaguars, who have allowed the most completions and the fourth-most receiving yards to running backs this season. Warren is a reliable streaming option with a high ceiling this week. Sit ‘Em Javonte Williams (Denver Broncos) vs. Kansas City Williams had a promising performance against the Packers in Week 7, achieving his best game of the season with 12.6 PPR points. However, he only managed 10 carries for 52 yards in Week 6 against Kansas City. And another challenging outing is expected in the upcoming rematch at home. Williams has yet to find the end zone this year and is still sharing touches with Jaleel McLaughlin and Samaje Perine. The Chiefs have allowed just three total touchdowns to running backs this season, and only three running backs have surpassed 9.9 PPR points against Kansas City in seven games. If you can, bench Williams in Week 8. Zack Moss (Indianapolis Colts) vs. New Orleans Moss has delivered four top-10 finishes over a span of five weeks, even with Jonathan Taylor in the picture. In the last two weeks, Moss and Taylor have split the backfield duties evenly, with Taylor showing better performances. Even if the backfield remains a 50/50 split, the matchup against the New Orleans Saints is challenging for both players. The Saints have yielded the fourth-fewest fantasy points to running backs and possess the fifth-best team run-defense grade. They have allowed only three rushing touchdowns, tied for the fifth-fewest among defenses. While the Colts are still expected to win, the combination of limited efficiency and potentially reduced workload makes it unlikely for Moss to provide significant fantasy value. Wide Receivers Start ‘Em Garrett Wilson (New York Jets) at New York Giants The Giants have struggled to contain opposing No. 1 receivers for the majority of the season, and Wilson should be no exception. Since Week 2, Marquise Brown, Deebo Samuel, DK Metcalf, Tyreek Hill, Stefon Diggs, and Terry McLaurin have all had outstanding performances against the Giants’ secondary. Wilson has scored a minimum of 14.4 PPR points in four of his six games this season. Also, he is coming off an impressive game against the Eagles in Week 6, where he recorded eight catches for 90 yards on 12 targets. Expect Wilson to have another nice outing while visiting his home field. Rashee Rice (Kansas City Chiefs) at Denver We mentioned last
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Javonte Williams (RB) Denver Broncos- When searching for the player with the highest ceiling, I want a running back who will lead the team in scoring, have early-down rushing value, and be active in the passing game. The player with the highest upside in the RB2 tier is Williams.
In his rookie season, in a split role with Melvin Gordon, Williams gained 1,219 combined yards with seven touchdowns and 43 catches on 246 touches. He finished 17th in running back scoring (206.30) in PPR formats, while Gordon ranked 18th in fantasy points (198.70).
Williams has started to move up in drafts, especially in the high-stakes market (RB19). He runs with power, and his pass-catching in his rookie season highlights his potential floor in Payton’s offense. Denver should give Williams the bulk of chances at the goal line. I have him projected to gain…
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Fantasy Football Sleeper of the Year
Targeting value by identifying which players will outplay their consensus ADP is the preferred strategy for all fantasy enthusiasts. Securing these sleepers can make all the difference in compiling a championship roster. After much debate, the FullTime Fantasy staff has
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2023 Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Players
2023 Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Players Each fantasy season, a group of players underperformed the previous year or saw their output fall short of expectations due to injuries. A veteran player with a proven resume often has a bounce-back season the
Each fantasy season, a group of players underperformed the previous year or saw their output fall short of expectations due to injuries. A veteran player with a proven resume often has a bounce-back season the following year while having a discounted price.
Identifying these rebound players can offer fantasy football fans a huge advantage on draft day. However, the key question is: which are the best options to regain their form in 2023?
Here are the top 2023 Fantasy Football Bounce-Back Players to keep in mind on draft day.
Deshaun Watson (Cleveland Browns)
With no fantasy value in 2021 and 2022 due to his off-the-field issues, the fantasy market has forgotten how good Watson was when on top of his game. Over his final seven games in 2020, he averaged 356 combined yards with 17 touchdowns. Also, he posted a nifty 9.4 yards per pass attempt.
Watson’s top five receivers that season were Brandin Cooks (81/1,150/6), Will Fuller (53/879/8), Randall Cobb (38/441/3), Jordan Akins (37/403/1), and David Johnson (33/314/2). He turned 28 in mid-September, putting him in the prime of his career.
Last year, Cleveland’s top three receivers (Amari Cooper – 78/1,160/9, Donovan Peoples-Jones – 61/839/3, and David Njoku – 58/628/4) had productive years even with Jacoby Brissett starting 11 games. Also, the Browns added Elijah Moore and Cedric Tillman in the offseason. Plus, they also have reliable depth at tight end (Harrison Bryant and Jordan Akins) and an upside David Bell on the roster. Watson is an excellent second-tier quarterback in…
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2023 Denver Broncos Outlook
2023 Denver Broncos Outlook The 2023 NFL season is right around the corner and that means fantasy football drafts are underway. Before you assemble your championship dynasty, redraft, or high-stakes squad, FullTime Fantasy members will have an in-depth, player-by-player preview
2023 Denver Broncos Outlook
The 2023 NFL season is right around the corner and that means fantasy football drafts are underway. Before you assemble your championship dynasty, redraft, or high-stakes squad, FullTime Fantasy members will have an in-depth, player-by-player preview of all 32 teams from football legend Shawn Childs.
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— Offense —
Even with another losing season, the Broncos played well enough on defense to run the ball more than 26 times a game. They threw 56.3% of the time while ranking 20th in combined yards (5,942). Sean Payton has a history of having one of the best offenses in the league, giving Denver a chance to be much improved in all areas in 2023.
— Quarterback —
Russell Wilson
Over 10 seasons with the Seahawks, Wilson went 104-53-1 with eight trips to the postseason (9-7 with a Super Bowl win and loss). His completion rate (65.0) and yards per passing attempt (7.8) graded well, but he has never played behind a stellar offensive line (361 sacks from 2013 to 2020, with a low of 41 sacks in 2016).
From 2017 and 2020, Wilson delivered 150 passing touchdowns (eight on the ground) with 36 interceptions. In 2021, he missed games (3) for the first time in his career due to a broken right middle finger. Wilson finished with a career-low in rushing production (43/183/2) while being on pace to pass for 3,780 yards and 30 scores.
Wilson finished his first season in Denver with a career-low in his completion rate (60.5) and passing touchdowns (16). Opposing defenses sacked him 55 times, earning him the league high for the season time in four years. He only passed for more than 300 yards in Week 1 (340/1). In 12 of his 15 starts, Wilson delivered one passing touchdown or fewer, ranking 15th in fantasy points (274.00) in four-point passing touchdown leagues.
Fantasy Outlook: The new coaching staff for the Broncos is going to air out the ball in 2023. From 2006 to 2020, Drew Brees averaged 38.3 passes per game, with a low 32.5 in 2020 at age 41. Their offense featured the running back position in the passing game, pointing much more completion by Wilson. I expect a career-best in completions and passing yards, leading to a minimum of 4,700 combined yards and 30 touchdowns. In the early draft season in the high-stakes market, Wilson is the 17th-ranked quarterback. His price point has removed his risk, painting a high-reward QB2 in fantasy leagues.
Other Options: Jarrett Stidham, Jarrett Guarantano, Ben DiNucci
— Running Backs —
The switch to Russell Wilson and a dismal pass-blocking offensive line led to the Broncos setting three-year highs in catches (96), receiving yards (751), targets (132), and yards per catch (7.8). Their running backs combined for 2,402 yards with 10 touchdowns and 96 catches (23.32 FPPG in PPR formats).
Javonte Williams
Coming into the NFL, Williams has a chain-mover feel while relying on his power and fight to finish off carries. He runs with a smooth rhythm while waiting for a hole to open. Once Williams sees daylight, his acceleration pushes into the second level of the defense. He won’t hit on many long touchdowns, but his short-area quickness plays well. Williams shows plenty of grit, and his style should wear defenses down. Despite a limited role as a receiver, he projects well in the passing game while having the smarts to pick up an NFL offense on all downs.
The Tarheels used Williams in a split role over the last two seasons, leading to 2,554 combined yards with 28 touchdowns and 42 catches. He played at the highest level in 2020 (1,445 combined yards with 22 touchdowns and 25 catches).
I sense some of Frank Gore’s traits in his game. Williams has a winning feel, and I expect him to do the dirty work in the run game. He’ll bring punch after punch on his runs, leading to productive showings on most days.
In his first season with Denver, Williams gained 1,219 combined yards with seven touchdowns and 43 catches. He finished 17th in running back scoring (206.30) in PPR leagues. His best value came from Week 12 to Week 14 (372 combined yards with four touchdowns and 10 catches). Williams gained more than 100 yards in one other matchup (17/111). On the downside, he scored fewer than 10.00 fantasy points in eight games (5.50, 8.40, 8.90, 9.80, 6.80, 6.80, 6.80, 6.90, 4.20, and 8.40).
Williams left Week 4 last season after 23 snaps due to torn ACL in his right knee. He gained 280 yards with 16 catches on 63 touches over his four starts.
Fantasy Outlook: With 11 months to recover, Williams should be ready for Week 1, but that news will trickle in over the summer. In May, he ranked as the 27th running back drafted in the high-stakes market, with one drafter willing to take him late in the second round. Players coming off significant injuries tend to disappoint, highlighted by JK Dobbins year in 2022. Williams should be the Broncos’ top running back choice for touchdowns and catches, making him a value based on his current price point. I’ll set his bar at 1,400 combined yards (58% of their 2022 RB stats) with double-digit scores and 50+ catches, as long as there isn’t any negative news about his health over the summer.
Samaje Perine
After kicking around the NFL for three seasons with minimal chances, Perine played well off the bench for Cincinnati over the past three seasons. He gained 1,409 combined yards with 11 touchdowns and 76 catches on 289 touches. Last year, the Bengals gave him a career-high 133 touches, leading to 681 yards with six touchdowns and 38 catches (RB36).
He proved more than worthy over three-game stretch midseason with starting snaps (30.20, 19.30, and 21.50 fantasy points in PPR formats). With Joe Mixon on the field, Perine only had two other games with more than 10 touches.
Fantasy Outlook: Perine’s growth and value in pass-catching should carve out…
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Javonte Williams 2022 Fantasy Outlook
Javonte Williams 2022 Fantasy Outlook Although the 2021 Denver Broncos stumbled to a 7-10 record, second-round rookie RB Javonte Williams had a promising debut. Despite splitting the backfield touches nearly evenly with veteran Melvin Gordon, Williams accumulated 1,219 scrimmage yards, scored seven touchdowns, and compiled overall RB16 numbers in PPR leagues. With Gordon set to hit unrestricted free agency ahead of the 2022 NFL campaign, fantasy fanatics made Williams a popular early target for a potential top-5 showing as Denver’s featured back. But after flirting with the idea of joining a crowded Baltimore backfield, Gordon ultimately re-signed with the Broncos to re-form a deep and talented tandem in Denver. Now that we know the rejuvenated Broncos, who made one of the biggest offseason splashes by trading for nine-time Pro Bowl signal-caller Russell Wilson, will once again feature a committee backfield, fantasy managers are wondering what to expect out of Denver ahead of the 2022 draft season. 2021 Usage After opening last season 3-0, Vic Fangio’s Broncos squad endured two separate four-game losing streaks, which led to Fangio and offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur’s dismissal. Despite having a top-10 run-blocking offensive line and rushing for 2,025 yards, suboptimal quarterback play sunk the team’s playoff hopes down the stretch. One thing that Shurmur’s play-calling did last year was utilize both Williams and Gordon in a strikingly similar fashion. PLAYER GAME RUSH YARD AVG TD TGT REC YDS TD Javonte Williams 17 203 903 4.4 4 53 43 316 3 Melvin Gordon 16 203 918 4.5 8 38 28 213 2 Both backs received 203 rushing attempts and had nearly identical efficiency numbers running behind Denver’s solid front five. Williams finished his rookie season as the overall RB16, while Gordon was one spot behind thanks to accumulating double-digit touchdown numbers for the fifth time in his last six NFL campaigns. Because the Broncos rotated backs in drives rather than situationally, Gordon’s elevated red-zone touches appear to be coincidental. Williams cashed in 3-of-10 carries inside the opponent’s five-yard line, while Gordon succeeded in 4-of-11. Presence of Melvin Gordon But it was Williams who looked like the better overall producer when exploring advanced analytics. The rookie outperformed Gordon in yards after contact, breakaway rank, and was more elusive. Williams ranked second among all NFL running backs with 63 missed tackles forced. Gordon was no slouch in those areas either, ranking ninth in missed tackles forced and top-20 in breakaway rushing yards. Williams was, however, more effective in the passing game and performed exceptionally well in pass protection for a first-year running back. This should bode well for Williams in his sophomore season as Denver’s passing attack should be significantly better with Wilson taking the snaps. With recent reports indicating that Williams will see an uptick in touches and should lead Denver’s backfield committee, fantasy managers are questioning how they should prioritize both backs in 2022 fantasy drafts. 2022 Fantasy Outlook Williams was a top-10 pick in early fantasy drafts but has started to slide after the Broncos brought Gordon back into the fold. Still, Williams is more explosive and played a bigger role in the passing game a year ago and new head coach Nathanial Hackett has a history of successfully employing multiple backs. With a slight increase in touches and an offense that should be drastically better with Russell Wilson under center, a season with 1,000-plus rushing yards, 50-plus receptions, and approaching double-digit scores seems perfectly within the realm of possibilities for Williams, who will be an intriguing fantasy option in the second round of 2022 fantasy football drafts. Even if Gordon sees a slight reduction in carries, he’s still an effective fantasy option who has top-10 upside if forced into a featured role. View the eighth-year pro as a solid RB3 with weekly flex value and a solid value pick to target in the middle rounds. Be ready to dominate your drafts using FullTime Fantasy’s vast arsenal of tools, expert analysis, and award-winning accurate rankings! JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! GET THE LATEST ARTICLES & UPDATES Subscribe to our FREE newsletter – Breaking Fantasy news & site updates! Like and share our new Facebook page! Be sure to pay attention to our giveaways for your shot at some sweet prizes!
Superflex Dynasty Rookie Rankings – Round One
SuperFlex leagues are becoming more popular each year with the glut of the position of quarterback becomes more prevalent across the fantasy landscape. Seems every team even in 12 team leagues has 2 quality options to choose from on most
1. Trevor Lawrence, QB – Jaguars
Lawrence is a no-brainer at the top of any quarterback premium formats. He enters the NFL with top-10 dynasty value at his position and will be in position to further improve upon that value. The Urban Meyer-led offense is sneakily loaded with playmakers who will flourish under the arm talent of Lawrence. Expect DJ Chark and Marvin Jones to man the outside while second-year breakout candidate Laviska Shenault operates out of the slot. The dangerous tandem of Travis Etienne and James Robinson will provide a nice security blanket out of the backfield. Fire away with Lawrence at 1.01.
2. Justin Fields, QB – Bears
Despite being the fourth quarterback taken in the NFL draft, Justin Fields sits just below Lawrence at second overall due to his combination of elite arm and leg talent. Once the Bears bench Andy Dalton after four games, Fields will step in and immediately pay dividends for fantasy owners. A Dak Prescott-like rookie season is within reach with Allen Robinson and Darnell Mooney being a thunder and lightning duo on the outside. Matt Nagy’s play calling will improve with the rookie phenom at the helm of the offense.
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Preview: 2021 Rookie Running Backs Outlook – 1 of 2
This Rookie Profile Feature is MEMBER ONLY and designed to help dynasty fantasy players evaluate the incoming crop of NFL Rookies. We’ll be releasing rookie profiles for all the prominent dynasty rookies, including Dynasty ADP, Dynasty Rankings, draft boards and more. Subscribe today and use the Promo TD30 for 30% off your first two months! The influx of running backs from the 2020 draft class spoiled fantasy football owners throughout last season and continuing into this offseason. If an owner took a chance on one of the consensus’ top seven or eight at the position, it was nearly impossible to find a “bust.” The downside, however, is the class filled a majority of the prime landing spots, leaving few available for the incoming 2021 class. What can we expect from this group of running backs this year after the bar was set highly in 2020? The Sure-Fire Starters Najee Harris – Alabama / 6’1” – 225 lbs Harris is the newest ‘Bama product at the running back position to enter the NFL after proving to be an absolute tank at the collegiate level. Coming off of back-to-back seasons where he produced at least 1,500 yards from scrimmage, Harris sits atop the 2021 class as a day-one starter for both his NFL team and all fantasy squads. With only 638 rushing attempts to his name, the tires have miles and miles of tread left despite being one of the older rookie backs in the class. As for his play style, Harris is a well-built all-around back who shows a thrilling combination of power and elusiveness. He does a great job of following his blockers and waiting for the scheme to open a lane. He is a comfortable pass catcher out of the backfield and will be solid in pass protection. Whether he will run over defenders or make them completely whiff is his decision, which will frighten opposing defensive coordinators weeks before they face him. Grade: High-end starter NFL Draft Projection: Late 1st – Early 2nd Projected DFWC ADP: 1.01 Comparison: A healthy James Conner on steroids Bottom Line: Harris will step in and become an immediate stud for his team and all fantasy teams, no matter the format. Don’t miss your chance on Najee Harris. Javonte Williams – North Carolina / 5’10” 220 lbs This is reserved for our Premium Members. Click here to read the Member version or click here to subscribe. Travis Etienne – Clemson / 5’10” – 210 lbs Etienne leaves the Tigers with one of the most impressive resumes to date. He averaged more than 1,700 yards from scrimmage throughout his final three years in the NCAA. Though many believed he was going to be a part of the 2020 class, Etienne shocked the world and chose to return for his senior season in 2021. In doing so, he showed definite improvement as a pass catcher, which was the biggest question mark about his projection to the NFL. Etienne is an explosive one-cut runner who will accelerate quicker than anyone else on the field. He bounces off tacklers and runs through contact at a high level. He vastly improved as a receiver, so expect a fair share of targets as a rookie. He may run into some trouble with his flexibility as he struggles to avoid contact far too often. He lacks shiftiness and is more straight-line than many want to believe. Etienne is wildly inconsistent in pass protection, which could limit his snaps on third down throughout his first couple years in the league. Grade: Starter with limitations NFL Draft Projection: 2nd Projected DFWC ADP: 1.03 Comparison: Kenyan Drake (floor) – Aaron Jones (ceiling) Bottom Line: Etienne will have an explosive, yet short-lived window of production in the NFL. Ignore the Kamara comparisons and be ready to sell after an early peak. Kenneth Gainwell – Memphis / 5’10” – 201 lbs This is reserved for our Premium Members. Click here to read the Member version or click here to subscribe. Jermar Jefferson – Oregon State / 5’10” – 210 lbs This is reserved for our Premium Members. Click here to read the Member version or click here to subscribe. Michael Carter – North Carolina / 5’7” – 202 This is reserved for our Premium Members. Click here to read the Member version or click here to subscribe. Trey Sermon – Ohio State / 6’0” – 212 lbs (Est.) This is reserved for our Premium Members. Click here to read the Member version or click here to subscribe. Fantasy football is year round with Dynasty Fantasy Football. FFWC Dynasty orphans are on sale now! Teams range from $50 to $300. Learn all about the Dynasty Football World Championships HERE. Visit your account to see our premium member content.