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PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network fantasy football takes on Isaiah Likely
Every source-backed podcast insight STACKED has extracted from PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network about Isaiah Likely.
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All PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network insights about Isaiah Likely
PositiveProjectionOct 24, 2026
Isaiah Likely is averaging 18.5 fantasy points per game, which would rank him as the wide receiver seven if eligible at that position; priced at 1.7x for anytime touchdown, the source believes he's a good play because the Vikings will be trailing and chucking, and the route trees for Likely work well with JJ McCarthy's tendencies.PositiveMatchupOct 23, 2026
The source elevates Isaiah Likely to must-start territory for the Giants-Texans matchup, describing him as 'absolutely electric this year,' indicating strong confidence in his production against Houston.PositiveUsageOct 22, 2026
Colson Loveland takes Isaiah Likely over all tight ends except Brock Bowers based on insane target volume: 28.7% target share, 51 targets (second only to Trey McBride), nine fewer receptions but 39 more yards, averaging three more yards per reception, generating four more plays of 20+ yards and one more touchdown than McBride; weeks two to seven only McBride has more targets; Loveland trusts the situation and volume, noting JJ McCarthy is better at football than Carson Beck or Gardner Minshew, so the target volume should remain sticky.PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
Mount Catchmore pick: over 54.5 receiving yards. Has hit on this line three weeks in a row. Giants offense has been clicking and he's been easily hitting this line. Hit four times on the year and is getting hyper-targeted alongside Malik Mabers. Playing Houston Texans defense that's really struggled against the pass.PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026
Has been looking phenomenal as part of an explosive offensive environment with the Giants. Part of the receiving corps that could benefit if J.J. McCarthy becomes the starter.PositiveBreakoutOct 19, 2026
Likely is continuing his breakout after following his coach to New York; he is functioning as a receiver with a full snap share (over 80%), lining up off the line on the majority of routes alongside only Bowers and McBride in the elite tier of tight ends receiving true wide receiver usage; this elite down-to-down usage pattern is rare and positions him for sustained production.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Likely was part of a winning DFS lineup in the main BR tournament, constructed by Josh Dombrowski. The lineup also included Tyler Shuck, Ken Walker, James Cook, Malik Neighbors, and Devonta Smith.NegativeRoleOct 19, 2026
Isaiah Likely was included in source's DFS cash game lineup; no specific performance or role commentary provided in this segment.NegativeProjectionOct 19, 2026
Isaiah Likely was included in the source's cash game and tournament lineup for this slate, alongside Matthew Stafford, Kyron Williams, Braylon Allen, Puka Nakua, Drake London, Jeremy Bernard, Xavier Worthy, and the Carolina Panthers defense.PositiveValueOct 19, 2026
The source identified Isaiah Likely as a favorable tight end pairing in a DFS lineup constructed around Tanner McKee at quarterback, suggesting Likely was viewed as a strong value play on the slate.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
The speaker attempted a last-minute swap to pair Tanner McKee at QB with Isaiah Likely at tight end, indicating Likely was viewed as a strong complementary play.NegativeProjectionOct 16, 2026
Isaiah Likely has 23 targets in the last two games and three games of double-digit targets this season, but the source cautions he will not be consistent; he had two monster weeks (Week 1 and Week 5) but also two terrible weeks and one so-so week, making him boom-or-bust despite ranking as tight end two currently.PositiveUsageOct 14, 2026
Isaiah Likely is a must-start tight end, especially with Jameis Winston at quarterback. He is coming off a massive 13-target, 11-reception, 94-yard, two-touchdown performance and is firmly established as one of the top two options in the Ravens' offense alongside Malik Nabers.PositiveBreakoutOct 14, 2026
Isaiah Likely has vaulted into the top-five tight end conversation. He is an integral part of the Giants' offense, leading the team in target share. While there is some long-term instability regarding the team's future, he is a clear breakout player who commands at least a first-round pick in trade value.PositiveUsageOct 9, 2026
Isaiah Likely is coming off a 12-target game and benefits from Jameis Winston's presence. He faces a Washington defense that allows the third-most fantasy points to tight ends.NegativeRoleOct 3, 2026
Isaiah Likely remains a viable streaming option, though he is ranked significantly behind George Kittle.NegativeProjectionOct 3, 2026
The source is slightly lower on Isaiah Likely than the consensus, ranking him 9th compared to Player Profiler's 4th, noting uncertainty regarding the game environment.NegativeProjectionOct 2, 2026
Likely has high upside but lacks consistency due to quarterback play; he faces a favorable matchup against an Arizona defense that recently struggled against George Kittle.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
The source notes that the excitement surrounding Isaiah Likely has faded significantly since week one, making him difficult to trust in fantasy lineups.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
The source notes that the excitement surrounding Isaiah Likely has faded significantly since his strong week one performance.PositiveValueSep 19, 2026
Matt Kelley ranks Isaiah Likely inside his top 10 tight ends, noting he would start him over players like Trey McBride.PositiveProjectionSep 18, 2026
Matt Kelley ranks Isaiah Likely as his TE8, just behind Sam LaPorta. He highlights the appeal of flexing tight ends who have emerged in the current tight end renaissance.PositiveValueSep 18, 2026
Isaiah Likely is a high-value asset after a two-touchdown week one performance; he remains a strong start despite a tougher matchup against the Rams.PositiveBreakoutSep 16, 2026
Isaiah Likely is a top-10 tight end finisher after an encouraging Week 1 performance. While cracking the top six is difficult, his trajectory is positive, and he is a recommended Week 2 starter. He can be held, but is a viable trade piece if it allows a manager to tier up to an elite player like George Kittle.PositiveProjectionSep 11, 2026
Isaiah Likely ranked tight end fourteen. Source notes that if there's any bearishness on Malik Neighbors, the other side of that game (Sunday night football) will benefit Likely. Likely and Jake Ferguson are a toss-up for the Sunday night game.PositiveBreakoutSep 8, 2026
Mitch Anderson and Justin Mello are high on Isaiah Likely, projecting him to command the second-most targets on his team. Mello notes that without Mark Andrews, Likely would have been the TE3 last year.PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026
Likely is ranked higher than consensus as the TE6. Reports indicate he will operate as Jackson Dart's WR2, and he is a priority target in an explosive game environment against a weak defense.NegativeProjectionAug 29, 2026
Isaiah Likely has a clear runway for a breakout, but there are concerns regarding his touchdown share in an offense that features high-end weapons like Malik Nabers and Malachi Fields.NegativeValueAug 29, 2026
Matt Kelley disagrees with the hype surrounding Isaiah Likely, pointing to his low points-per-game averages (4.4, 7.7, 5.9, 5.71) and doubting his ability to maintain touchdown production on the current Giants roster.PositiveSleeperAug 26, 2026
Isaiah Likely is identified as a late-round tight end target that the source is actively targeting in drafts.PositiveUsageAug 25, 2026
The source notes that Isaiah Likely is expected to see a career-high in targets for the New York Giants, making him a strong pick in 0.5 tight end premium formats.PositiveUsageAug 25, 2026
The source highlights Isaiah Likely as a valuable pick, noting he is expected to see a career-high in targets for the New York Giants.NegativeUsageAug 24, 2026
The source expresses concern regarding Isaiah Likely's usage after he split snaps with Theo Johnson during the preseason. Given the history of splits in John Harbaugh's offense and Matt Nagy's presence as offensive coordinator, Likely is no longer considered a surefire late-round tight end.PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026
The Giants paid Isaiah Likely $40 million, signaling they intend to feature him in the passing game despite concerns about his blocking ability. He is expected to be used similarly to how Travis Kelce or Darren Waller were utilized as receivers throughout their primes.PositiveBreakoutAug 24, 2026
Justin Mello identifies Isaiah Likely (TE12 ADP) as a breakout candidate. Likely has been Jackson Dart's number one target in camp and is being used as a utility weapon. In nine career games without Mark Andrews, Likely averaged 3.4 receptions, 50.4 yards, and 0.7 touchdowns, which would have ranked him as the TE3 last season. The Giants' $40M contract suggests they intend to feature him despite concerns about his blocking.PositiveProjectionAug 21, 2026
Isaiah Likely is ranked as the TE11, ahead of Jake Ferguson and Juwan Johnson. Despite some nervousness regarding his preseason usage, he remains a high-confidence target who benefits from the Ravens' offensive scheme.PositiveProjectionAug 20, 2026
The source is skeptical of Isaiah Likely, noting his 39th percentile speed (4.8+ 40-yard dash) makes him dependent on high target volume to produce. The source argues he is a 'worse Dalton Kincaid' whose routes and snaps are limited by the team's preference for inline tight ends like Theo Johnson and Chris Manhertz.NegativeValueAug 18, 2026
Isaiah Likely is considered overvalued at his current ADP, with projections suggesting a modest 684 yards and four touchdowns, making him a player to avoid unless he falls significantly in drafts.PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026
The source praises Isaiah Likely's hands and reliability, noting he is a key target in the offense and rarely drops passes.NegativeValueAug 16, 2026
Bradley Stalder is not a fan of the Isaiah Likely pick, arguing that he is being drafted too high and that Travis Kelce would have been a better selection for the team's construction.PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026
Isaiah Likely is expected to have a breakout year as the team has signaled he is their number two receiving attraction.NegativeSleeperAug 15, 2026
Isaiah Likely is a target for Jeremiah Ratzlaff based on current ADP trends, moving from a fade to a target as the offseason progressed.PositiveRoleAug 14, 2026
Matt Kelley views Isaiah Likely as a strong starting tight end option, noting he is likely the second look in the offense behind Malik Nabers as other wide receivers struggle to step up. Kelley highlights that the offensive coordinator is tight end-friendly.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
Matt Kelley believes Isaiah Likely will perform well, noting that Matt Nagy has historically been tight-end friendly.PositiveBreakoutAug 14, 2026
Isaiah Likely is a major breakout candidate and a steal at TE11. Reports indicate the Giants view him as a 'utility weapon' rather than a traditional tight end, and he is expected to be the clear number two option behind Malik Nabers. In nine career games without Mark Andrews, he averaged 3.5 receptions, 50.5 yards, and 0.7 touchdowns, which would have made him the TE3 last year if extrapolated over a full season.NegativeValueAug 10, 2026
Matt Kelley views Isaiah Likely and Travis Kelce similarly in current best-ball ADP, though he notes slightly more touchdown upside for other tight ends like Dallas Goedert and Jake Ferguson.NegativeRoleAug 7, 2026
Likely remains a player the source may have to rely on at tight end, though the source expressed a desire to avoid that reliance by drafting other options.NegativeProjectionAug 3, 2026
Mattek expresses skepticism about the hype surrounding Isaiah Likely, jokingly suggesting he should never be mentioned on a fantasy podcast.NegativeBustAug 3, 2026
Mattek is adverse to drafting Isaiah Likely, citing his inconsistent yards per route run over the past four years and lack of significant fantasy production despite playing a high volume of snaps.PositiveRoleJul 15, 2026
Isaiah Likely has left the Ravens, creating vacated targets in the offense that could go to receivers like Surratt.PositiveRoleJun 18, 2026
Isaiah Likely could be the most productive fantasy asset at the beginning of the season as a pass catcher for the Giants given the uncertainty at wide receiver and that Matt Nagy is not a negative for tight ends.PositiveProjectionJun 9, 2026
Isaiah Likely is drafted as a tight end despite the analyst not really liking him, primarily for week 17 correlation with Lamar Jackson.PositiveMatchupJun 7, 2026
The Giants' slot receiver group is soft with Odell Beckham, Juju Smith-Schuster, Braxton Berrios, and Calvin Austin, allowing Likely to step in and absorb targets as a mismatch threat.PositiveRoleJun 7, 2026
Isaiah Likely signed a 3-year, $40 million deal with the Giants and will function as the WR2 in the offense, with Nagy and Roman's track record of heavy tight end targeting (Travis Kelsey had 121-133 targets under Nagy).PositiveBreakoutJun 7, 2026
Casey projects Isaiah Likely as a tight end breakout with the Giants at FFD ADP 10.04, expecting 90-110 targets given Nagy and Roman's historical tight end emphasis and Likely's 53.8% slot rate with Baltimore.NegativeValueJun 6, 2026
Isaiah Likely was drafted at pick 9.09, representing a reach that the drafter capitalized on by waiting and taking Devontae Adams at 9.10 instead.NegativeRoleJun 4, 2026
The analyst believes people are overstating the excitement for Isaiah Likely in the Giants offense, noting that the coach had him in a timeshare for his entire career and Theo Johnson was one of Jackson Dart's best targets last year.PositiveRoleJun 2, 2026
Isaiah Likely was valued enough that Jay Mack pushed back against including him in the trade, keeping him on his roster.PositiveSleeperNo date
Likely is identified as a late-round upside shot in drafts, much cheaper than the top guys. He was previously the second tight end on the run-heavy Ravens but is now in line for a sizable target share in what could be a more pass-happy offense if Malik Nabors is injured. He could literally lead the team in targets, especially in the first month or two if Nabors is on the PUP list. The speaker notes that Likely is a much better pass catcher than Theo Johnson, whom the Ravens targeted heavily last year. If you extrapolate Likely's averages from games without Mark Andrews in his career into a full season, he would have been the tight end three last season. The speaker has been drafting him heavily in best ball and considers him a screaming value with serious upside.