Fantasy Focus Football

Justin Herbert is reportedly focusing on the small details during the offseason.

Trey McBride is recommended as a priority keeper due to his high floor and the positional value he provides at the tight end position.

Devonta Smith is expected to maintain volume, but there is no guarantee he will replicate A.J. Brown's production, as he is not viewed as a true alpha receiver.

While Justin Jefferson is expected to improve on his previous season's numbers, there are still lingering question marks surrounding his outlook.

While a viable keeper option, Kenneth Walker III is ranked lower than Jonathan Taylor, making him a less favorable choice for a roster spot.

Jonathan Taylor is ranked significantly higher than Kenneth Walker III and is considered a high-floor RB1 option to lock into a roster.

Trevor Lawrence is considered a good value pick in the 10th round of fantasy drafts.

Liz Loza explicitly fades Bucky Irving, stating she skips over him in drafts. She cites his play style and the presence of Sean Tucker in short-yardage and goal-line situations as reasons to avoid him at his current cost.

Liz Loza highlights Allgeier as a late-round sleeper, noting his history as a 1,000-yard rusher and his role as a 'poaching monster' at the goal line. His value is bolstered by the injury status of teammate Jeremiah Love, making him a priority target for managers seeking depth.

Liz Loza identifies Tate as the most pro-ready rookie receiver, noting his excellent chemistry with Cam Ward and potential to serve as the Titans' alpha receiver. Loza projects Tate for upwards of 120 targets, offering significant ROI at his current low-end WR2 value, especially with Tennessee holding the second-easiest strength of schedule for wide receivers.

Liz Loza notes Corum's efficiency (5.1 yards per touch) and explosive playmaking (10 runs of 15+ yards) in year two. With Sean McVay praising him as a 'stud' and increasing his usage late last season, Loza projects Corum could push for a 50-50 backfield split with Kyron Williams, making him a high-upside insurance back or standalone value at his 9th-10th round ADP.

Liz Loza ranks Herbert as her QB9, citing the addition of OC Mike McDaniel and a bolstered offensive line as key factors for a return to top-10 status. Herbert's performance is highly sensitive to offensive line health; he averaged over 20 fantasy points per game with Joe Alt on the field (Weeks 1-8) compared to 15.8 points per game after Alt's injury.

Kyron Williams remains the clear RB1 in the Rams offense, though Crocs. You expects Blake Corum to potentially take more carries this season. Despite the competition, Williams is viewed as the primary back, with Corum lacking standalone value while Williams is healthy.

Blake Corum is a riser in Crocs. You's rankings to RB30 because the gap between his current ADP (RB40) and Kyron Williams (RB18) is too wide. Sean McVay has indicated Corum will be a big factor this year, and he showed increased usage in the second half of last season.

George Kittle is a high-upside target in the ninth round. Despite a slow start due to an Achilles injury, he has finished sixth or better in fantasy points per game for eight consecutive seasons and remains an elite producer in a top-tier offense.

Crocs. You remains hesitant on Tucker Kraft due to injury concerns and his current ADP, which is higher than other options like Kyle Pitts or Sam LaPorta. While he showed target growth last year with back-to-back 10-target games, he was highly touchdown-dependent, scoring six times on an expected total of 1.8.

George Kittle is a riser in rankings as he is expected to be available for Week 1 or Week 2 after initial injury concerns.

Tucker Craft is a riser in rankings as he is expected to play by Week 1 or Week 2. While he was previously touchdown-dependent, he showed target growth last year, though he remains somewhat expensive to draft.

Jeremiah Love is a riser (RB14 to RB11) despite a high ankle sprain. He is viewed as more talented than Ashton Gentry, and the offensive scheme is expected to be more creative and friendly to his skill set. He is considered a future top-five running back candidate.

Puka Nakua has moved down in rankings due to the risk of a potential suspension. While he remains a high-upside player, the uncertainty surrounding his availability makes him a riskier pick compared to other top wide receivers.

Josh Downs is considered a technical faller, moving from WR45 to essentially unranked due to injury history and missing time in the preseason.

Josh Jacobs is a faller due to age (28), high career volume, a current groin injury, and the potential for league discipline/suspension. While he has been a touchdown machine, he has been moved down to the bottom of the RB 6-15 tier.

Jamar Chase is the preferred pick at the number three overall spot, despite the temptation of running backs like Christian McCaffrey.

Despite injury concerns, Christian McCaffrey remains a strong pick at the number three spot. Recent reports from Adam Schefter and Kyle Shanahan suggest his injury is not serious and he could be available for Week 1.

Woody Marks is not viewed as a feature back, as the team likely would not have invested in David Montgomery if they believed Marks was the primary solution.

David Montgomery is preferred over Woody Marks at current costs. Despite being 29 and coming off career lows, he is expected to be the primary back the team leans on. However, his fourth-round ADP is considered too expensive by some, as he may face a committee if his performance slips.

The Panthers are expected to be very cautious with Jonathan Brooks due to back-to-back major knee injuries, likely resulting in a year of easing him into the offense. While he may provide highlight plays and explosive runs, he is not expected to immediately vault the team to the top of the division.

Chuba Hubbard is viewed as a serviceable depth piece who can provide 11-13 points in a pinch, but he is not considered a league-winning player. The team is expected to be judicious with Jonathan Brooks, potentially keeping Hubbard in a role early in the season if he remains available.

Hubbard is considered a serviceable, floor-based play rather than a league-winning target. He is currently dealing with a hamstring injury and has historically struggled with efficiency, ranking 64th among 65 qualified backs in forced missed tackle rate last season.

Brooks is viewed as a high-ceiling breakout candidate who could eventually take control of the Panthers' backfield. However, the team is expected to be extremely cautious with his usage following back-to-back knee injuries.

Warren is expected to see a reduction in rushing volume and may be relegated to a third-down, change-of-pace receiving role similar to the one Kenny Gainwell previously held. His fantasy outlook is dampened by the team's addition of Rico Dowdle.

Dowdle is preferred over Jalen Warren due to his status as a 'real' running back and his history with head coach Mike McCarthy. While concerns exist regarding McCarthy's historically low usage of running backs in the passing game, Dowdle is considered a solid flex option at a cheaper ADP than Warren.

Tucker is expected to be the third back in Tampa Bay but is projected to have a real role in goal-line and passing situations, potentially complicating the backfield further for both Irving and Gainwell.

Gainwell is a preferred target over Bucky Irving due to his pass-catching ability and significant two-year, $14 million contract. Drafted in the 13th round compared to Irving's fifth-round ADP, Gainwell offers a much better value proposition for a similar projected fantasy output.

Irving is losing appeal as a draft target due to the addition of Kenny Gainwell and a lack of goal-line usage; he recorded zero carries inside the five-yard line last season. While he remains the starter on the depth chart, his ceiling appears capped, and he is being passed over in drafts for better values.

There is no clear pathway for Rodriguez to secure a consistent weekly fantasy role. He would require a LeGarrette Blount-style workload in a highly efficient offense to be relevant, which is not expected, making him a clear secondary option behind Tootin.

Chris Rodriguez is expected to handle goal-line and early-down work for the Jaguars, but he is not considered a factor in the passing game. Despite a $6 million guarantee, his limited career usage and lack of receiving production make him a depth-focused asset.

Rhamondre Stevenson is expected to handle early-down and goal-line work for the Patriots. While he had a 2-1 touch advantage over Travion Henderson in the playoffs, his fantasy ceiling is capped when both are active. He is considered a 'steady' option for those needing depth.

Najee Harris signed with the Giants with $3 million guaranteed. Field Yates believes he will play a real role as a physical back, though not necessarily a lead-back role. Harris is currently recovering from an Achilles tear and admits he is not yet in full football shape.

Alvin Kamara will miss at least a month due to an MCL sprain. Mike Clay notes that Kamara was already being drafted as a late-round insurance back with a limited carry role, similar to a Justice Hill-type usage, and this injury further diminishes his outlook.