2025 NFL Draft Team Needs
2025 NFL Draft Team Needs Fantasy football has blossomed into an all-encompassing activity. As football fans close the book on the previous season, dynasty football fans move right into the next crop of rookie talent. However, accessing the 2025 NFL Draft Team Needs for all 32 franchises is vital. It is also necessary to monitor the free-agent activity of each team, as signing veterans can alter these draft needs. Here are the 2025 NFL Draft team needs for each squad. Bookmark this page, as it will be continuously updated throughout the free-agent and rookie scouting season. AFC East Buffalo Bills – WR, DL, LB, CB Miami Dolphins – G, OT, S, DL New England Patriots – OT, WR, EDGE, IOL New York Jets – QB, DL, S, EDGE AFC North Baltimore Ravens– OT, IOL, WR, CB Cincinnati Bengals – WR, G, DL, EDGE Cleveland Browns – QB, WR, OT, CB, RB Pittsburgh Steelers – QB, WR, CB, DL AFC South Houston Texans – IOL, WR, OT, DL Indianapolis Colts – CB, TE, EDGE, S Jacksonville Jaguars – DL, IOL, CB, S Tennessee Titans – QB, OT, EDGE, CB AFC West Denver Broncos – WR, LB, TE, RB Kansas City Chiefs – OT, DL, G, WR Las Vegas Raiders – QB, WR, CB, RB Los Angeles Chargers – DL, WR, RB, EDGE NFC East Dallas Cowboys– WR, OT, EDGE, RB New York Giants – QB, CB, OT, EDGE Philadelphia Eagles – G, EDGE, WR, LB Washington Commanders – OT, WR, EDGE, CB NFC North Chicago Bears – IOL, RB, OT, EDGE Detroit Lions – IOL, EDGE, CB, DL Green Bay Packers – CB, EDGE, IOL, DL Minnesota Vikings – DL, CB, S, RB NFC South Atlanta Falcons – EDGE, LB, WR, CB Carolina Panthers – EDGE, DL, S, CB New Orleans Saints – WR, EDGE, S, OT Tampa Bay Buccaneers – EDGE, CB, LB, S NFC West Arizona Cardinals – DL, OT, IOL, EDGE Los Angeles Rams – OT, LB, CB, TE San Francisco 49ers – IOL, OT, EDGE, DT Seattle Seahawks – IOL, EDGE, OT, LB The 2025 NFL off-season is underway but it’s not too late to get access to the best help out there! All FullTime Fantasy members get exclusive access to our 24/7 Chat Room on Discord! All morning on Sunday, Senior Analyst Jody Smith will be standing by to answer all your crucial fantasy questions and keep you updated with all the latest news and injury updates. 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!
2024 NFL Offseason Schedule
It seems like fantasy football’s popularity only increases each season. The days of their being a true “offseason” are long over. With dynasty football and best ball drafts, there is always something to be preparing for throughout the spring and summer. The FullTime Fantasy 2024 NFL Offseason Schedule keeps you updated on the key dates ahead of the 2024 campaign. Also, bookmark our 2024 Free Agent Rankings and familiarize yourself with each team’s 2024 NFL Draft Team Needs. Here is the 2024 NFL Offseason Schedule. February 27 – March 4 – NFL Scouting Combine from Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. 29 – NFL Scouting Combine On-field drills (DL and LB). March 1 – NFL Scouting Combine On-field drills (DB and TE). 2 – NFL Scouting Combine On-field drills (QB, RB, WR). 3 – NFL Scouting Combine On-field drills (OL). 5 – Franchise and Transition tag deadline. 11-13 – “Legal Tampering” Period. In this two-day window, unsigned free-agent players whom a certified NFLPA agent does not represent are permitted to communicate with NFL front-office personnel. 13 – The “new” league year officially kicks off at 4:00 PM Eastern. Beginning at that time, free agents may officially sign with prospective clubs. Also, trades can officially be announced. 24-27 – Annual NFL League Owners Meeting in Orlando, Florida April 1 – Clubs that hired a new head coach may begin offseason workout programs. Therefore, the Chargers, Patriots, Panthers, Commanders, Titans, Raiders, and Seahawks may start drills early. 15 – Offseason Workout Programs for the remaining 25 clubs may begin. 17 – Deadline for clubs to time, test, visit, interview or conduct physical exams with a draft-eligible player at the club’s facility. 19 – Deadline for Restricted Free Agents to sign offers sheets. 24 – Deadline for clubs to time, test, visit, interview or conduct physical exams with draft-eligible players. 25-27 – 2024 NFL Draft from Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza in Detroit, Michigan. May 2 – Deadline for exercising fifth-year options for players from the 2021 NFL Draft. 3-13 – Rookie Minicamps. Clubs may select May 3-6 or May 10-13 to hold their three-day rookie minicamps. Early May – 2024 NFL Schedule released. 13 – Rookie Football Development Programs. 20 – League Spring Meeting and Coach Accelerator in Nashville, Tennesee. Late May – OTAs. June Early June – OTAs. July 17 – Franchise Tag Deadline at 4 PM Eastern. Late July – NFL Training Camps open. August 1 – NFL Hall of Fame Game from Tom Benson Stadium in Canton, Ohio. 3 – NFL Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony for Dwight Freeney, Randy Gradishar, Devin Hester, Steve McMichael, Julius Peppers, and Patrick Willis. 9 – NFL Preseason Week 1. 16 – NFL Preseason Week 2. 22 – NFL Preseason Week 3. The 2024 NFL off-season is underway but it’s not too late to get access to the best help out there! All FullTime Fantasy members get exclusive access to our 24/7 Chat Room on Discord! All morning on Sunday, Senior Analyst Jody Smith will be standing by to answer all your crucial fantasy questions and keep you updated with all the latest news and injury updates. 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!
2024 NFL Draft Team Needs
Fantasy football has blossomed into an all-encompassing activity. As soon as football fans close the book on the previous season, dynasty football fans move right into the next crop of rookie talent. However, it is also vital to access the 2024 NFL Draft Team Needs for all 32 franchises. It is also necessary to monitor the free-agent activity of each team, as signing veterans can alter these draft needs. Here are the 2024 NFL Draft team needs for each squad. Be sure to bookmark this page, as it will be continuously updated throughout the free-agent and rookie scouting season. AFC East Buffalo Bills – S, WR, EDGE, CB Miami Dolphins – C/G, OT, DL, TE New England Patriots – QB, WR, OT, TE New York Jets – OT, WR, TE, QB AFC North Baltimore Ravens– CB, WR, DT, OL Cincinnati Bengals – OT, WR, DT, TE Cleveland Browns – DL, WR. LB, OT Pittsburgh Steelers – OT, QB, CB, C/G AFC South Houston Texans – DL, EDGE, RB, WR Indianapolis Colts – CB, WR, EDGE, DL Jacksonville Jaguars – CB, OL, WR, EDGE Tennessee Titans – OT, WR, CB, EDGE AFC West Denver Broncos – EDGE, QB, CB, WR Kansas City Chiefs – WR, DL, OT, CB Las Vegas Raiders – QB, CB, OT, DL Los Angeles Chargers – CB, RB, CB, TE NFC East Dallas Cowboys– OT, RB, CB. C/G New York Giants – WR, OT, DL, RB Philadelphia Eagles – CB, RB, OT, S Washington Commanders – QB, OT, EDGE, LB NFC North Chicago Bears – OL, EDGE, WR, EDGE Detroit Lions – CB, EDGE, WR, C/G Green Bay Packers – CB, OT, S, RB Minnesota Vikings – QB, EDGE, CB, DL NFC South Atlanta Falcons – QB, WR, EDGE, CB Carolina Panthers – WR, EDGE, C/G, LB New Orleans Saints – EDGE, OT, WR, TE Tampa Bay Buccaneers – QB, WR, EDGE, DB NFC West Arizona Cardinals – WR, CB, EDGE, OT Los Angeles Rams – CB, EDGE, OT, S San Francisco 49ers – OT, CB, EDGE, DL Seattle Seahawks – EDGE, DL, QB, OT The 2024 NFL off-season is underway but it’s not too late to get access to the best help out there! All FullTime Fantasy members get exclusive access to our 24/7 Chat Room on Discord! All morning on Sunday, Senior Analyst Jody Smith will be standing by to answer all your crucial fantasy questions and keep you updated with all the latest news and injury updates. 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!
Fantasy Football Wish List
2024 Fantasy Football Wish List As we open the “off”season part of the 2024 NFL year, all 32 teams have a specific plan for improving. Even the two-time defending champs know they have needs to address, whether through impending free agency or the upcoming NFL Draft. The Fulltime Fantasy 2024 Fantasy Football Wish List approaches the needs of all 32 teams from a fantasy football perspective. What would fantasy fanatics like to see each squad do? Some of these options aren’t necessarily realistic but are meant to maximize the fantasy fun. After all, isn’t that what it’s all about? AFC East Buffalo Bills – Find a WR2 This is a great free-agent and NFL Draft class to find an impact wide receiver. The cash-strapped Bills aren’t currently in a position to sign one of the premier veteran wideouts. However, Buffalo has the No. 28 pick in the first round and will be in a good position to acquire an immediate starter. Pending free-agent Gabe Davis hasn’t been consistent enough and adding a playmaker opposite of Stefon Diggs would go a long way toward the Bills keeping their Super Bowl window open. Miami Dolphins – Unleash De’Von Achane Let’s ignore how Achane’s unreal efficiency wavered down the stretch for a minute. Instead, let’s embrace the rookie rusher who posted the RB4 numbers in points per game getting 200 touches as Miami’s 1a. Yes, Raheem Mostert is still under contract. However, Achane showcased that elite top gear and Mostert will be 32. As a starter, Achane could be a Chris Johnson or Jamaal Charles-esque fantasy asset. New England Patriots – Draft Jayden Daniels For the first time in over two decades, it is a new era in New England. As the Patriots move on from Bill Belichick, embracing an athletic, dual-threat quarterback would be a signal that it’s out with the old and in with the new. New offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt has a strong track record with quarterbacks and said he intends to build the offense around his players’ strengths. Daniels is an elite runner and passer and would be a huge step for the Patriots to return to credibility after a rare down year. New York Jets – Sign Aaron Rodgers Some pundits think the Jets signed Rodgers last season but I’m not seeing any stats for the veteran signal-caller. Instead, we suffered through an abysmal passing offense that had so much potential. Breece Hall was magnificent, and WR Garrett Wilson still managed to post WR2 numbers with Ham-and-Eggers under center. Imagine a full season with future Hall-of-Famer Aaron Rodgers under center. Insert rocket emoji. AFC North Baltimore Ravens – Sign Calvin Ridley The Ravens need WR help. More specifically, they need a consistent deep threat that can open up the offense and complement Zay Flowers. Marquise Brown (also a free agent) performed beautifully for the Ravens in 2021. Ridley just went 76/1,016/8 for the Jaguars and could post similar numbers with Lamar Jackson and Todd Monken. Cincinnati Bengals – Re-Sign Tee Higgins Reports indicate the Bengals plan to franchise tag Higgins. Hopefully, Higgins avoids a holdout and reports to camp on time. With Tee, Ja’Marr Chase, and Joe Burrow fully healthy next summer, Cincinnati would have a top-10 offense that would once again be very popular in the early rounds of fantasy drafts. Cleveland Browns – Bring Back Joe Flacco I’m a realist. There is no way that Flacco’s magical December run would carry over for a full season. But having him chuck it for 330 yards, three scores, and two picks every game would be awesome for fantasy purposes. Also, seeing Deshaun Watson wearing a knit cap as the most expensive backup quarterback in the league would be icing on the cake. Pittsburgh Steelers – Trade for Justin Fields This is the hot rumor of the day, and I’d like to see it. I like Fields, and reportedly Mike Tolmin does as well. I’m not sure how Fields would fit in a traditional Steelers offense. But at least Matt Canada is gone. Additionally, Fields has proven he can be an excellent fantasy option. With the Bears poised to snag Caleb Williams with the first pick in the draft, having two viable fantasy staters only strengthens the QB pool. AFC South Houston Texans – Re-Sign Dalton Schultz Houston has all the pieces in place to contend while they have C.J. Stroud playing for a rookie contract. The Texans will target a zone runner and could bring Devin Singletary back for a reasonable deal. Schultz posted top-10 PPR numbers and has already displayed chemistry with Stroud. Plus, the 2024 free-agent class of tight ends is barren, except for Schultz. Houston can add a WR3 via this deep draft class, but finding a proven safety valve for their young superstar thrower would be more difficult. A reunion seems like the best-case scenario for all parties. Indianapolis Colts – Re-Sign Michael Pittman Pittman emerged as a true No. 1 wide receiver in his fourth season. He ranked ninth with 156 targets, including a pair of games with 11-plus looks started by Anthony Richardson. Richardson was far more competent as a passer than many projected. That bodes very well for the Colts’ offense, which ranked 10th in points even with Richardson shelved for most of the season. Jacksonville Jaguars – Draft a WR With Calvin Ridley set to test the market and the Jaguars only having about $7 million in effective cap space, it looks like drafting a replacement is more likely than breaking the bank for a proven veteran pass-catcher. Jacksonville is set at RB,TE, and has two solid veteran wideouts. That’s a good landing spot for an incoming rookie. Finally, the 2024 rookie class is deep and talented. The club could target both lines early while still adding a quality receiver on Day Two. Tennessee Titans – Switch Full-time to Those Sweet Oilers uniforms It’s full-blown rebuild time for the Titans, who welcome a new head coach to begin
Top 5 Landing Spots for DeAndre Hopkins
After failing to find a viable trade candidate, the Arizona Cardinals released veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. The 30-year-old five-time Pro Bowl wideout is now free to sign with any NFL team. And there will be substantial interest in acquiring his services. However, we’ll narrow it down to just top 5 landing spots for DeAndre Hopkins. Hopkins hasn’t exceeded 1,000 receiving yards in a season since 2020 but there is still plenty left in the tank. In terms of sheer PPR points per game, D-Hop ranked ninth with 17.1 PPG in 2022. There may be salary and negotiating concerns, but Hopkins is still a premier receiver. A healthy Hopkins for 17 games would be a huge upgrade and addition for several contending squads. Let’s break down Fulltime Fantasy‘s top 5 landing spots for DeAndre Hopkins this summer. — Kansas City Chiefs — As potent as the defending Super Bowl Champs are, they lack a true No. 1 alpha receiver. Kadarius Toney is a contender to see an expanded role in 2023, but Hopkins would instantly step in and be a huge upgrade to Andy Reid’s offense. The Chiefs were already in previous trade negotiations for Hopkins but couldn’t agree on compensation. Now, on the open market, Reid and company are free to offer Nuk the potential to command up to a 25% target share in their high-octane offense. Plus, the Chiefs are favorites to repeat as champions, which will appeal to Hopkins’s desire to sign with a contender. However, Kansas City currently has the second-fewest available cap space dollars and Hopkins is expected to command a healthy salary on the open market. It will take some creativity for the Chiefs to fit Hopkins onto their roster. But, from a fantasy football perspective, there may be no better fit. — Buffalo Bills — The Bills were also negotiating with Arizona about acquiring Hopkins. In addition to showing interest, Buffalo has an obvious need for a legitimate threat to take some of the pressure off of Stefon Diggs. Sorry Gabriel Davis truthers, but Davis isn’t it. Like KC, Buffalo doesn’t have much in the way of available salary cap, but should otherwise appeal to Hopkins. Plus, Fanduel currently lists the Bills as +350 favorites to sign Hopkins. Joining the Bills would also be a huge plus from a fantasy football perspective. Josh Allen would be the best quarterback Hopkins has played with and there would be no shortage of targets in Buffalo’s No. 2-ranked offense. — Philadelphia Eagles — When it comes to salary cap gymnastics, no team competes with Howie Roseman and the Philadelphia Eagles. While Philly already has a pair of star wideouts in A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, the appeal of playing for the defending NFC champions and earning a competitive salary would undoubtedly appeal to Hopkins. Signing with the Eagles would probably be a better football move than it would be for fantasy. Smith and Brown already have established roles and it would be hard to envision Hopkins earning enough targets to contend for top-20 wideout numbers in Philly’s run-friendly attack. — Detroit Lions — The Lions are now considered serious contenders after barely missing out on the NFC playoffs last season. Dan Campbell’s squad could also use a veteran presence like DeAndre Hopkins while Jameson Williams opens the season with a six-game suspension. Hopkins would fit in beautifully as the top perimeter threat for a Lions attack that already boasts Amon-Ra St. Brown and Rookie TE Sam LaPorta. Nuk’s presence would be problematic for defenses that already struggled to contain this offense last winter. — Cleveland Browns — Cleveland has a proven commodity that would certainly appeal to DeAndre Hopkins- QB Deshaun Watson. Many think it was Bill O’Brien’s ill-advised decision to unceremoniously trade Hopkins to Arizona that was the catalyst that led to Watson’s refusal to play for Houston in 2021. In three seasons with Watson as his signal caller, Hopkins averaged 162 targets, 105 receptions, 1,372 receiving yards, and 10 touchdowns. The Browns only ranked 22nd in passing in 2022. However, with a full season of Watson under center, Cleveland has sneaky upside. Plus, the Browns could really use an established wideout to pair with Amari Cooper and the emerging Donovan Peoples-Jones. Deshaun Watson could be the wildcard that makes the Browns a darkhorse candidate to sign DeAndre Hopkins. It might not be the most desirable fantasy landing spot up front but could wind up being just the kind of role to get Nuk back into WR1 territory. GET THE UPDATES! Turn on your email notifications below for Breaking Fantasy news & real-time draft kit updates! Like and share our new Facebook page! Be sure to pay attention to our giveaways for your shot at some sweet prizes!
NFC Training Camp Battles to Watch
One step outside tells you the summer is here. Along with the rising temperatures, the NFL rumor mill is heating up. Before we know it, the preseason will begin. But before it does, we need to know what NFC training
Not every NFC squad has a battle that is noteworthy, but every team does have something fantasy-relevant that football fans should monitor.
In addition to our committee backfield article, here are battles for all 16 NFC teams that fantasy enthusiasts should keep an eye on this summer. Also, check out our AFC Training Camp Battles to Watch.
Arizona Cardinals – The looming six-game suspension for WR DeAndre Hopkins will lead to a big void in targets. If Rondale Moore moves inside full-time, as expected, he should have a huge role. Christian Kirk’s big 2021 showing came via the sixth-highest slot rate in this league. RB James Conner also has a rather checkered injury history, so if Darrel Williams wins the club’s RB2 job, he has significant value if Conner misses games again.
Atlanta Falcons – Atlanta arguably has the league’s thinnest roster. That lack of depth and talent certainly extends to the receiving corps. The Falcons’ 193 vacated targets at wide receiver is the fifth-most in football. Drake London and TE Kyle Pitts should be locks for 120-plus looks but the rest of the depth chart is wide open. Also, monitor the backfield. Cordarrelle Patterson will open the season…
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AFC Training Camp Battles to Watch
One step outside tells you the summer is here. Along with the rising temperatures, the NFL rumor mill is heating up. Before we know it, the preseason will begin. But before it does, we need to know what AFC training camp battles to watch ahead of our fantasy football drafts. Not every AFC squad has a battle that is noteworthy, but every team does have something fantasy-relevant that football fans should monitor. In addition to our committee backfield article, here are battles for all 16 AFC teams that fantasy enthusiasts should keep an eye on this summer. Baltimore Ravens – WR Rashod Bateman has become a popular breakout candidate for good reason. But after Bateman, the Ravens don’t have any proven wideouts. Devin Duvernay will compete for a job in three-wide sets, but James Proche ran 86.4% of his routes from the slot in 2021; the 10th-highest rate in the NFL. Baltimore’s backfield is also worth watching. J.K. Dobbins is expected to lead the way but might not see a preseason snap as he recovers from a torn ACL. Gus Edwards routinely outplays his ADP and the Ravens will use multiple backs. Edwards looks like a very good late-round value once again. Buffalo Bills – As Super Bowl favorites, the Bills don’t have a lot of question marks in their high-powered offense. It will be exciting to see how WR Gabriel Davis performs as the club’s No. 2 wideout. Off the heels of his four-score playoff performance, Davis is being targeted rather high in drafts. That makes him a candidate to be a rather risky boom/bust option. Jamison Crowder should be an upgrade over Cole Beasley out of the slot. Also, we’ll watch Isaiah McKenzie who is also making a play for that role. Keep an eye on second-round rookie RB James Cook, who could be a solid PPR option. Incumbent starter Devin Singletary should maintain most of the carries and offers top-15 upside if he retains short-yardage work. Cincinnati Bengals – Looking for a real sleeper tight end? Hayden Hurst will take over the starting role vacated by C.J. Uzomah. Even playing a reserve role in Atlanta, Hurst was far better than Uzomah in most metrics last season. Uzomah earned 63 targets en route to a top-20 fantasy finish a year ago. Drew Sample caught 40 balls in this offense in 2020- most of which was without QB Joe Burrow. Hurst has a real shot at 75 targets and could even contend for TE1 numbers. Cleveland Browns – Everything in the Cleveland passing attack is up for grabs. QB Deshaun Watson is looking at a likely year-long suspension at a minimum. With Jacoby Brissett poised to be the starter, it’s a downgrade for the offense overall. Rooke WR David Bell has impressed and could offer some upside as the big slot receiver. Donovan Peoples-Jones should start on the perimeter opposite of Amari Cooper. David Njoku finally has the chance to be the full-time starter but has lost some luster without Watson under center. Denver Broncos – We’ll watch how new QB Russell Wilson builds a rapport with his talented teammates. The biggest question in the passing game is which wideout will emerge as Wilson’s favorite- Courtland Sutton or Jerry Jeudy. Also, we expect Javonte Williams to take on a larger share of carries, so watching Melvin Gordon‘s role will be crucial. Houston Texans – Outside of Brandin Cooks, the Texans don’t have many established pass-catchers. Nico Collins is the favorite for WR2 duties and a decent target share. Rookie John Metchie is battling cancer and is unlikely to play in 2022. Our thoughts are with Metchie. The Texans will also have a competition for lead-back duties between Marlon Mack, Rex Burkhead, and rookie Dameon Pierce. Mack is the favorite to open the season but a committee backfield looks likely. Indianapolis Colts – Can WR Parris Campbell finally stay healthy? Campbell has been an “offseason standout” once again but has missed 34 of his possible 49 games so far. In OTAs, Campbell was running with the first team and flashed a good rapport with new QB Matt Ryan. Campbell is the favorite to earn slot duties while second-round rookie Alec Pierce is expected to start opposite Michael Pittman. We’ll monitor how Ryan divides his targets this summer, as the Colts offer a ton of offensive and fantasy potential. Jacksonville Jaguars – It’s another complete re-start in Jacksonville. Fortunately, Doug Pederson should be a significant upgrade for the entire offense. The Jags spent big money to upgrade weapons for sophomore signal-caller Trevor Lawrence, who needs to show rapid growth for that money to be well-spent. Keen an eye on all three wideout spots and how Pederson rotates TEs Evan Engram and Dan Arnold. Pederson has a history of heavily featuring his tight ends. Doug Pederson’s TEs in PPR pts/game: 2013- Fasano 6.8 (39th) 2014- Kelce 11.5 (9th) 2015- Kelce 11.8 (9th) 2016- Ertz 13.1 (3rd) 2017- Ertz 14.6 (3rd) 2018- Ertz 17.5 (2nd) 2019- Ertz 14.4 (4th) 2019- Goedert 9.9 (13th) 2020- Goedert 10.6 (10th) Evan Engram current ADP TE24 — #TagsStrong💪 (@JodySmithNFL) June 21, 2022 Kansas City Chiefs – Another excellent offensive-minded coach with an influx of new talent, Andy Reid will have to rebuild his playbook for the Chiefs to remain serious contenders. With Tyreek Hill gone, Juju Smith-Schuster, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Skyy Moore, and holdover Mecole Hardman will all compete for targets. The backfield is also unsettled, with Ronald Jones competing with Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Las Vegas Raiders – The Raiders declined to extend RB Josh Jacobs and added promising rookie Zamir White to the fold. Will they choose to load Jacobs up with all the touches he can handle on his way out the door or go full-blown committee? As for the passing attack, the biggest topic will be the rapport between QB Derek Carr and newly acquired WR Davante Adams. Los Angeles Chargers – There has been some talk of trying to limit Austin Ekeler‘s workload, so watching the preseason role for fourth-round rookie Isaiah Spiller will be imperative. Spiller was considered to be the draft’s No. 2 RB before slipping after an uninspiring Combine. Josh Palmer should be the clear WR3 and has a lot of late-round value appeal. Miami Dolphins – Miami
Fantasy Football Trade Targets: Quarterbacks
February can be a low time for many football fans. Not only is the weather less than ideal, but we are also now more than six months away from meaningful gridiron action. But for dynasty enthusiasts, this is a great time to start improving your roster via trade. Buying low and selling high is one of the key weapons in the arsenal of the successful dynasty manager. First, let’s take a look at some of the quarterbacks that make solid trade targets, and a few that makes more sense to consider moving away from this offseason. Buy Low Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals) – During the lull in activity in the week preceding the Super Bowl, word broke that Murray has unfollowed the team via social media and was unhappy with the amount of blame he received for the team’s late-season collapse and playoff failure. While this may or may not be a legit beef, there’s almost zero chance Murray is getting traded or going to be able to legitimately use baseball as a negotiating ploy. Odds are, he’ll be right back in Arizona this summer and this will all be forgotten. In terms of straight fantasy points, Murray is an elite option. He ranked fifth overall in fantasy points per game and is still just 24 years old. Kliff Kingsbury has built his entire offense around Murray’s skills and the Cardinals also don’t have a clear starting running back under contract for next season, which will put more emphasis on Murray. If the manager in your league is buying into the hype, it makes a great time to throw out trade feelers for a top-5 dynasty asset. Jameis Winston (New Orleans Saints) – Although his season was cut short after just seven games, Winston was playing pretty well for the Saints and will command starting offers in free agency this spring. Ideally, a reunion in New Orleans would be ideal but with the Saints mired in a desolate salary cap situation, that looks unlikely. Tom Brady‘s retirement could also pave the way for a return to Tampa, but Winston should have no shortage of potential destinations. Mason Rudolph (Pittsburgh Steelers) – It was good news to hear that Ben Roethlisberger announced his retirement early rather than keep the franchise guessing. To be fair, Roethlisberger was cooked last season and the club would likely have moved on anyway, but the Steeler will now be in the market for a new starter for the first time since 2004. Rudolph hasn’t done much to warrant fantasy excitement, but in a down year for rookie passers, Rudolph may be given the opportunity to start and at least be a bridge quarterback. While he certainly isn’t a player fantasy managers want to rely on as a potential starter, Rudolph should be on the radar as an inexpensive Superflex option and odds are he won’t cost much at all in assets. In fact, Rudoph might be available on many waiver wires, making him the ideal “buy low” QB2. Marcus Mariota (Las Vegas Raiders) – Another under-the-radar option that can be acquired dirt cheap, Mariota is still just 28 and possess the dual-threat capability to be a solid reclamation project in today’s run/pass option league. Since he hasn’t been a starter in three full seasons, there is almost no risk in adding Mariota via waivers or as an ultra-cheap QB4/5 trade target. A swap of late-round rookie picks might be adequate enough. Sell High Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) – Fresh off a top-10 fantasy performance in 2021 and still just 23, Hurts hardly seems like a player to trade away. However, it appears that this is the rare case where Hurts is a much better fantasy signal-caller than NFL passer, and the Eagles’ apparent lack of Hurts as the long-term answer mirror that train of thought. Philadelphia has been linked to Deshaun Watson, all of last season’s rookie passers, and now rumors of potential interest in Russel Wilson have plagued tabloids and don’t bode well for Hurts’ long-term viability. Going back to the latter point, Hurts also hasn’t impressed as a passer. While he did lead all quarterbacks with 10 rushing scores, Hurts had fewer than 200 passing yards in 9 of his 15 starts. Hurts also accumulated a lowly 69.2 pass grading at Pro Football Focus, which ranked 26th among qualified quarterbacks in 2021. While the Eagles did make an unlikely run to the postseason, there are serious questions if the Eagles can make a serious run with Hurts and that makes him a volatile dynasty option. Jimmy Garoppolo (San Francisco 49ers) – Although he has one year remaining on his deal, Garoppolo is expected to be traded this offseason to make way for San Francisco to start Trey Lance. While the 49ers were successful with Garoppolo under center, he wasn’t a true difference-maker and the Niners were actually 3-0 when he didn’t throw a touchdown in a game and 5-2 in games where he threw for fewer than 200 yards. For Garoppolo to not thrive under the tutelage of an elite offensive mind like Kyle Shanahan is concerning. If he’s traded to a lesser team with an uncreative play-caller or subpar rushing attack, the bottom could fall out quickly. While he’s only really relevant in Superflex formats, it still might be a good time for fantasy managers to move on. Taysom Hill (New Orleans Saints) – Hill couldn’t event bet out journeyman Trevor Siemian to take over as the Saints’ starter and that was with Hill superfan Sean Payton at the helm. Now, Payton is gone and the Saints are in salary cap hell. Hill is almost certain to be back with the club because of his ridiculous $19 million dead cap cost if he were released but he may be relegated back to his part-time and special team role. Hill simply doesn’t look good enough to be a viable starting quarterback. He completed just 58.2% of his throws and was graded out as PFF’s No. 45 passer last season. Now Hill can produce top-notch
2022 Free Agent Rankings: Running Backs
This is Part 2 of our offseason look at the 2022 NFL free agent class, this time for running backs. Quarterbacks can be found here. PLAYER POS TEAM AGE GAME YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Leonard Fournette RB TB 27 14 623 8 454 1 Melvin Gordon RB DEN 29 16 918 8 213 2 James Conner RB ARZ 26 15 752 15 375 3 Rashaad Penny RB SEA 26 10 749 6 48 0 Sony Michel RB LAR 27 17 845 4 128 1 Chase Edmonds RB ARZ 26 12 592 2 311 0 Cordarrelle Patterson RB ATL 31 16 618 6 548 5 Ronald Jones RB TB 24 16 428 4 64 0 Marlon Mack RB IND 26 6 101 0 8 0 Alex Collins RB SEA 27 11 411 2 87 0 Leonard Fournette – All of Tampa Bay’s running backs are set to hit free agency but it’s Fournette who rightfully attracts the most fantasy attention. Before going down in Week 15, Fournette was posting top-5 fantasy points per game numbers. There would be no better landing spot than for Fournette to re-sign with the Bucs, but he undoubtedly will test the market. Wherever he signs, Fournette is a solid RB2 due to his voluminous role in the passing game. Melvin Gordon – Even splitting carries with Javonte Williams, Gordon managed to surpass 1,100 scrimmage yards and topped double-digit scores for the fifth time in his last six campaigns. Gordon also averaged 4.5 yards per tote again and snagged 28-of-39 targets. 29 when the season begins, Gordon can still be a productive three-down back and his signing with a new team would be great news for both Gordon and Williams fans. James Conner – Even though I’m a huge fan and picked Conner to be our Comeback Player of the Year, Conner managed to exceed my lofty expectations with a lofty 18 touchdowns. He certainly deserves to attract plenty of teams as a potential workhorse back but a return to the desert would be the best-case scenario. Rashaad Penny – Perhaps no player made themselves as much money as Penny did in the final month of the 2021 season. In Seattle’s final five games, Penny averaged 134.2 rushing yards per game and scored six TDs. He wasn’t asked to catch many passes in Seattle, but Penny flashed the tremendous upside and home-run ability he displayed at San Diego State and may have parlayed his hot streak into a significant contract. With Pete Carroll appearing to be back in Seattle, a reunion would be beneficial for all parties, but expect Penny to test the market, where he could command north of $5-6 million annually. Sony Michel – The trade that sent Michel to Los Angeles wound up working out well for both the Rams and Michel, who showcased solid feature back skills while subbing in for Darrell Henderson. As the starter, Michel rattled off five straight games with 74-plus rushing yards and caught a career-high 21 passes. With Henderson and Cam Akers back, there may not be room for Michel to return to the Rams but he played well enough to warrant attention as a potential starter for many of the RB-needy teams. Chase Edmonds – Injuries limited Edmonds to a dozen games and he wound up falling behind James Conner as Arizona’s main back. Still, Edmonds is a plus receiver who excels in space as a weapon too elusive for linebackers to cover. Wherever he signs, Edmonds will probably be utilized in a committee but re-signing in Arizona would be ideal, particularly if Conner were to sign elsewhere. Cordarrelle Patterson – The Falcons were able to use Patterson brilliantly, leading to a career-best season. As a former wide receiver, that is where Patterson is best, but he can also be a plus returner and red-zone weapon. If Patterson sins with a creative play-caller who knows how to use him, he can remain a solid RB3 but he could also be a significant bust if forced into a scheme that won’t appreciate his skill set. Ronald Jones – All of Tampa Bay’s backs (except Ke’Shawn Vaughn) are free agents but Jones is highly unlikely to return after falling out of favor with Bruce Arians. In Tampa, Jones would flash upside as a runner and receiver but could never quite take control of the backfield. There’s enough there to consider Jones a decent sleeper if he takes over as a team’s starter but he’s likely looking at a one or two-year “prove it” contract. Marlon Mack – Speaking of falling out of favor, Mack surpassed 1,000 scrimmage yards and scored 18 touchdowns in 2018-19 but found himself as a healthy scratch for most of the 2021 season behind Jonathan Taylor. Just 26 in March, Mack has battled injuries but also showcased a three-down skill set in his first three seasons. He’ll likely sign a modest contract to mix into a committee but don’t discount Mack as a potential sleeper for ‘zero RB’ drafters to target in the latter rounds of drafts. Alex Collins – Injuries have always been an issue for Collins and will likely force him to sign a modest contract as an RB2. He can chip in as a runner and pass-catcher but only had one game with over 50 rushing yards in Seattle. Collins looks destined to sign a short-term deal as a veteran contributor who could fill in when called upon. PLAYER POS TEAM AGE GAME YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Phillip Lindsay RB MIA 27 14 249 1 45 1 Jeff Wilson RB SF 26 9 294 2 31 0 Raheem Mostert RB SF 30 1 20 0 0 0 J.D. McKissic RB WAS 28 11 212 2 397 2 James White RB NE 30 3 38 1 94 0 Darrel Williams RB KC 27 17 558 6 452 2 Justin Jackson RB LAC 26 14 364 2 178 0 Royce Freeman RB HOU 26 15 169 0 77 0 Matt Breida RB BUF 27 9 125 1 72 2 Tevin Coleman RB NYJ 29
2018 Free Agency Tracker / Offseason Player Movement
The 2018 Free Agency period is officially underway and the rumor mill is red hot with the latest moves. The Tracker discusses how each move impacts your Fantasy team!