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Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz fantasy football takes on Brock Bowers
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All Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz insights about Brock Bowers
NegativeInjurySep 11, 2026
Brock Bowers is currently sidelined with an injury, though Clint Kubiak has indicated he will be back soon.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Ian Hartitz ranks Brock Bowers as the TE1 for Week 1 against the Dolphins, citing his elite historical production as one of only two tight ends in the Super Bowl era to average 15+ PPR points per game in his first two seasons. Hartitz notes head coach Clint Kubak's high praise and expects Bowers to thrive in a wide-open passing game, potentially mirroring Jaxon Smith-Njigba's role.PositiveValueAug 30, 2026
TE option in round 2 and JJ Zachariason's preferred early TE target as part of a tiered TE strategy. Zachariason would be comfortable taking Bowers at the 2.03 turn if he falls, indicating he views the tight end as a premium early-round target with significant upside. Alternative is waiting for Dalton Kincaid or Isaiah Likely in later rounds, or Terrance Ferguson at the end.NegativeValueAug 28, 2026
In FFPC tight-end premium scoring (1.5 PPR), Bowers typically goes at pick 107, not 105 as in standard leagues. This ADP bump reflects the scoring format advantage; in home leagues with regular PPR, he should not be considered at pick 105.NegativeValueAug 27, 2026
JJ Zachariason notes that in competitive leagues, he will draft Brock Bowers in the second round, which influences his strategy to avoid early-round quarterbacks.PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026
Ian Hartitz targets Brock Bowers as his ideal tight end in his perfect draft construction, projecting him to fall back to the end of round two.PositiveValueAug 22, 2026
JJ Zachariason loves Brock Bowers in round two as a tight end target, positioning him as an alternative to early wide receiver selection and allowing flexibility to prioritize running backs early in the draft. Zachariason has made videos about his 'super Bowers draft strategy,' particularly if you have one of the top five picks. However, it is tough for him to click Bowers when guys like Chase Brown or Derrick Henry are still on the board. Ideally, he wants to pick inside the first four picks to get a stud running back, get Brock Bowers in round two, and then still get a great wide receiver like AJB, Malik Neighbors, or Chris Alave in round three.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
Ian Hartitz highlights Brock Bowers as a key target in round two, particularly from the 10-5 draft position, describing a strategy where you secure one of the top five running backs or wide receivers in round one, then land Bowers in round two, creating a best-of-both-worlds scenario. Hartitz emphasizes his 'super Bowers draft strategy' as a preferred approach. Bowers' scarcity at elite TE by the round 2 turn benefits the 101 pick strategy by allowing drafters to pivot to elite wide receivers at the round 2-3 turn instead of reaching for a second-tier tight end. Hartitz successfully drafts Bowers as part of well-constructed rosters that include premium wide receivers and Jamir Gibbs.PositiveValueAug 20, 2026
Ian Hartitz targets Brock Bowers as a round two option when the draft breaks right. Hartitz loves executing a 'super Bowers strategy' pairing an elite RB in round one with Bowers in round two, then securing a decent RB in round three (e.g., Javante Williams or Josh Jacobs), allowing aggressive WR attacks in rounds four through eight or nine. If Bowers is secured in round two, Hartitz will pivot to other positions; if not, he will target Colston Loveland in round four. Bowers is Hartitz's preferred tight end target worth early capital.PositiveValueAug 19, 2026
Ian Hartitz identifies Brock Bowers as a preferred early-round tight end target, recommending him as part of a draft strategy that prioritizes running backs in the first three rounds followed by high-upside tight ends.PositiveBreakoutAug 16, 2026
JJ Zachariason identifies Brock Bowers as his primary breakout pick, citing the offensive environment under play-caller Clint Kubiak, a lack of target competition in the wide receiver room, and a projected quarterback upgrade once Fernando Mendoza takes over. Zachariason advocates for drafting Bowers in the mid-to-late second round despite his current ADP.PositiveValueAug 15, 2026
Drew Davenport advises against waiting for a deal on Brock Bowers, noting he will likely go in the first three rounds for $30-$35 and won't be a bargain later. He suggests nominating him early to secure the player and maintain flexibility for future pivots. Ian Hartitz adds that drafters must be mindful of 'draft cliffs' where players like Bowers are taken during sudden runs.PositiveBreakoutAug 12, 2026
Ian Hartitz identifies Brock Bowers as a generational talent, noting he produced one of the best rookie tight end seasons since Mike Ditka in 1960. Despite playing through a sprained PCL last year, Bowers delivered TE2 PPR points per game and showed high-end upside, including a three-touchdown performance against the Jaguars. Hartitz further notes that Bowers is playing under the same play-caller who facilitated Jaxon Smith-Njigba's high-volume production, suggesting similar potential.PositiveValueAug 12, 2026
Brock Bowers is falling to round three in late-draft scenarios, surprising JJ Zachariason who notes 'How about them apples?' at his late availability. Zachariason struggles to click Bowers as a round-two target over running backs, preferring to let him fall to the back half of round two rather than taking him early-to-mid round, citing better RB options at the top.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
Ian Hartitz prefers drafting Brock Bowers in the second round over Sam LaPorta, citing his 'superpowers' strategy as a reason to prioritize Bowers at his current cost.PositiveProjectionAug 9, 2026
Ian Hartitz projects Brock Bowers to be a high-volume target earner for the Chargers, favoring him over other options like Joshua Palmer to lead the team in production.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Ian Hartitz advocates for Brock Bowers as a Round 2 draft target in his 'Super Bowers' strategy, citing one of the best rookie tight end seasons ever (comparable to Mike Dicka in 1960), OPOY upside, and TE2 PPR production despite playing through a PCL injury last season. Hartitz emphasizes Bowers' situation fits "like a glove"—a bad offense and trailing game script with limited wide receiver options create target concentration similar to past tight end breakouts like Trey McBride and Harold Fannon. The thesis rests on tight ends' historical ability to overcome bad offenses (24 of top 12 fantasy performers from bottom-10 scoring offenses over the past decade). Hartitz expresses strong preference, stating "I want Brock freaking Bowers" rather than waiting on a late-round tight end, and prioritizes him around pick 17–18 or earlier in Round 2 over late-round QB/TE options. The strategy pairs Bowers with a stud RB in Round 1, then targets WRs in Rounds 3–6, allowing flexibility to wait on late-round QBs where QB 10 and QB 17 converge by season's end. In mock drafts, Hartitz consistently selected Bowers in Round 2, demonstrating his core role in the strategy.PositiveValueAug 3, 2026
Ian Hartitz identifies Brock Bowers as a high-value target; he was drafted at the 1.01 in a recent session, though he was unavailable at the 1.10 in this specific draft.PositiveRoleJul 24, 2026
Ian Hartitz owns Bowers in several dynasty leagues and has handcuffed him with Michael Mayer on his bench, indicating confidence in Mayer's upside. Hartitz notes this is one of very few situations around the league where he would recommend this handcuff strategy, suggesting Bowers is a premium dynasty asset worth protecting with a backup tight end.PositiveProjectionJul 16, 2026
Brock Bowers is the preferred tight end option over Trey McBride in the analyst's draft strategy.PositiveValueJul 15, 2026
Bowers was drafted early and is cited as the reason the team doesn't need a second tight end later in the draft.PositiveValueJul 15, 2026
Brock Bowers in round two is a good value, with analyst Theo ranking him 12th overall; while he was injured last year, he was still good when healthy.NegativeProjectionJul 15, 2026
Brock Bowers was just missed in the draft, going one pick before the team's selection.NegativeProjectionJul 15, 2026
Missed out on Brock Bowers by one pick in the mock draft, indicating he was taken just before the analyst's turn.PositiveValueJul 15, 2026
Analyst recommends drafting Brock Bowers early at TE and not worrying about a backup, as you can figure out bye week coverage later.PositiveValueJul 15, 2026
Bowers offers better value than Trey McBride, being drafted later despite similar tier status.PositiveRoleJul 15, 2026
Brock Bowers is a primary target in zero-RB strategy, being drafted in the middle to end of round two as a tight end with elite upside.PositiveValueNo date
Ian Hartitz and Dwayne McFarland emphasize that Brock Bowers is a high-value target in tight end premium formats, though he should be avoided early in standard home league drafts. Hartitz claims credit for drafting Bowers at pick 10 and notes he was secured at pick 110 in another draft, despite his typical ADP of 7 or 8 in premium formats.PositiveBreakoutNo date
Ian Hartitz is overweight on Brock Bowers in fantasy drafts, specifically targeting him at the end of round two. Hartitz identifies Bowers as this year's Jaxon Smith-Njigba, projecting him to be the primary pass-game option for the Raiders despite quarterback concerns. Hartitz expects him to command a high target share, noting that even in a run-first offense, the tight end should see significant volume, similar to JSN's role under Clint Kubiak last year.NegativeValueNo date
Ian Hartitz ranks Brock Bowers at 102 in FFBC and prefers him over wide receivers in tight-end-premium formats, securing him early to avoid the middle-round tight end run. Bowers was targeted on 31% of his routes against the Patriots for over 100 yards through three quarters before suffering a knee injury in his only preseason game, demonstrating elite route involvement and production potential when healthy. His ADP hovers between 107 and 108. In tight-end-premium league formats, Bowers is positioned as a full-time flex starter and was selected as tight end one in mock drafts through seven rounds, anchoring the starting lineup.PositiveValueNo date
Ian Hartitz continues to recommend Brock Bowers as a mid-to-late round target, noting his value is further enhanced in tight end premium formats that reward receptions.PositiveProjectionNo date
JJ Zachariason projects Brock Bowers at 135+ targets (potentially north of 150), tied with Trey McBride as the highest-targeted tight end in 2026. Zachariason argues Bowers finished 2025 as a top-four tight end in PPR points per game despite worst-case scenario circumstances (Gino Smith interception leader, Chip Kelly fired, knee injury), suggesting significant upside in a best-case scenario with improved QB play and Clint Kubak's offensive coordination. Zachariason would project Bowers higher if he ran the Roto Wire projections himself, citing Bowers as arguably the single best tight end in the league with minimal relevant target competition despite Michael Mayer's presence. Bowers is among the top three tight ends in average target depth at 7.5 yards, supporting tier-one classification.PositiveProjectionNo date
Potential league-winner tight end in round 2 with rare ceiling upside. De facto number-one receiver for Vegas with 112 catches and over 1,000 yards as a rookie. Benefits from Clint Kubiak's offensive system and improved offensive line, while Vegas failed to adequately address the receiving corps beyond him. Speaker advocates for securing him after RB1 in round 1, positioning him as a rare tight end capable of winning fantasy leagues.PositiveValueNo date
Fantasy Points' Ryan Heath likes Bowers as a player and in the Clint Koviak Raiders offense, noting he averaged north of 16 fantasy points per game without his knee brace last year despite offensive chaos (injuries, Chip Kelly firing in November), giving him round-two pick-worthy upside. However, Heath's line in the sand is not clicking Bowers in round two ahead of running backs like Chase Brown, Derrick Henry, and Ken Walker that he thinks will outscore him. Heath advocates for a specific draft strategy: target one of the top-four running backs (Gibbs, Robinson, Taylor, or McCaffrey) in round one, then loop back to late round two to acquire Bowers. This strategy is more realistic in home leagues than higher-stakes drafts due to ADP variance. Heath is open to Bowers in mid-to-late round two after those backs are off the board, as tight ends have higher hit rates in later rounds than other positions and running backs/wide receivers provide more value of replacement.PositiveBreakoutNo date
Bowers is highlighted as an elite tight end prospect worth prioritizing in round two, with a draft strategy built around securing him early and stacking receivers around him.PositiveProjectionNo date
Brock Powers is described as 'so freaking good' and the analyst doesn't want to miss the boat on him in home managed leagues.PositiveValueNo date
The host expresses interest in taking Brock Bowers in round two as a tight end option, indicating he views the player as a good value at that draft position.