What Yahoo staff mock draft 3.0 (TEP format) taught us

Matt Harmon and Josh Norris agree that Bowers is a high-upside target in tight end premium formats, with Norris arguing he should go no later than 5th overall. Harmon notes that even in a potentially bad Raiders offense, Bowers could reach a high statistical ceiling similar to a lead pass-catcher, citing Clint Kubiak's history of funneling targets to top options. Norris highlights that the Raiders' previous goal was to set an NFL record for targets and catches for Bowers, and he remains a 'pillar piece' for fantasy rosters.

Matt Harmon notes that Bucky Irving is part of a three-person backfield in Tampa Bay, creating uncertainty regarding his role and production in his third season.

Matt Harmon has warmed up to Bucky Irving as a fifth-round pick, noting that while Kenny Gainwell may handle passing-down work, Irving is a superior runner behind a potentially top-five offensive line. Harmon dismisses Sean Tucker as a threat and believes Irving's tackle-breaking ability makes him a strong RB2 candidate.

Matt Harmon is increasingly high on Bucky Irving, who appears to be carving out a role as a passing-down back, impacting the value of Kenny Gainwell.

Matt Harmon is higher on Chris Rodriguez relative to his ADP than most, noting he is significantly cheaper than other backfield options in ambiguous situations.

Josh Norris and Matt Harmon are high on Christian Watson, noting his evolution from a pure deep threat to a more versatile receiver. Watson increased his out-route usage from 7% to 35% and improved his success rate against press coverage to 79.1%. Norris considers him one of the best value picks at WR.

Matt Harmon and Josh Norris are both high on Loveland, with Harmon ranking him in the same tier as Trey McBride and Brock Bowers. Norris suggests Loveland moves like a wide receiver and could potentially outproduce McBride, noting his strong finish to the previous season with 10+ targets in his final four games.

Harmon is high on Loveland, noting he moves like a wide receiver and saw 10+ targets in his final four games. Harmon believes the team can build the passing game around him and argues he could potentially outproduce Trey McBride this season.

Matt Harmon is lower on Cortland Sutton compared to his current ADP, suggesting he is not a player he is targeting in the 10th round.

Harmon likes Swift as a fourth-round pick, emphasizing his role as a passing-down back in a Ben Johnson offense. He believes Swift is often overthought by fantasy managers and is in a great position to succeed this year.

Matt Harmon notes that from Week 6 onward, the Bears optimized Swift's usage with outside runs, pitches, and tosses, leading to immediate production. Swift produced a run of 10+ yards on 13.5% of his carries, ranking 6th in the league. Harmon views him as a potential top-12 RB if Khalil Herbert misses time, making him a strong value pick.

Dallas Goedert is a strong target in tight end premium formats. He serves as a primary goal-line option for the Eagles, often being the target on shovel passes when the 'tush push' is countered.

Matt Harmon is high on Dalton Kincaid in the eighth round, arguing he has a higher ceiling than Travis Kelce or Isaiah Likely. Despite blocking concerns and health issues, Kincaid's underlying metrics, specifically targets and yards per route run, are extremely favorable.

Harmon is comfortable with Achan's current ADP (17th-18th overall) but expresses concern about his receiving floor under Malik Willis, who historically targets running backs less frequently than Tua Tagovailoa. He views Achan as a talented player but one whose environment has changed significantly.

Matt Harmon suggests waiting on quarterback in drafts, noting that he was able to secure Drake Maye in the eighth round of their mock draft.

Josh Norris views George Kittle as a value pick in the sixth round, comparing his 'freak' athletic profile to Derrick Henry. Despite injury concerns, Norris believes Kittle will be the most dependable pass catcher for the 49ers and expects his ADP to rise once he is fully cleared.

JK Dobbins was selected at pick 7.9 in the mock draft, though the pick was criticized as part of a double-Broncos backfield strategy.

Jake Ferguson is an excellent target in the Cowboys' offense, which is projected to be a high-scoring unit. He is a high-scoring option even if he is the third or fourth option in the passing hierarchy.

Matt Harmon drafted James Cook 10th overall and remains optimistic about his role. Harmon notes that when asked about increased pass-catching opportunities, Cook responded with a smile, suggesting potential for an expanded role in the passing game.

Matt Harmon expresses concern regarding Jayden Daniels' outlook following the injury to Laramie Tunsil. Harmon notes that the loss of their best offensive lineman creates a downgrade for the entire Commanders' offense, making it harder to justify drafting Daniels as a high-end quarterback.

Matt Harmon and Josh Norris agree that Jonathan Brooks' ADP should flip with Chuba Hubbard's. Harmon has moved Brooks up his rankings following injury news and suggests he is worth an early seventh-round pick, as the Panthers expect him to take over the RB1 role once healthy.

Matt Harmon is high on Jordan Addison, viewing him as a value pick in the 10th round. He expects a bounce-back for the Vikings' offense and believes Addison is being drafted well below his potential as a WR3/4.

Matt Harmon has bumped Jordan Mason up in his rankings to be inside the top 100, making him a target for those seeking running back depth.

Harmon advises against taking Josh Allen as the first quarterback off the board in redraft leagues, arguing that taking two 'onesie' positions (QB and TE) early in the draft forces the manager to sacrifice depth at running back and receiver, which will be felt later in the season.

Matt Harmon is significantly lower on Josh Jacobs than consensus, calling him a 'terrible pick' in the fourth round. Harmon cites multiple red flags, including current injury status and a history of injuries, though he acknowledges Jacobs remains a high-volume touchdown scorer near the goal line.

There is a disagreement regarding Justin Jefferson's value. While some have moved him out of the first round due to quarterback concerns, Matt Harmon maintains him as his WR6, citing his elite target and air yard percentages despite poor quarterback play last year.

Matt Harmon has bumped Kenny Gainwell down his rankings, noting he is primarily a pass-catching role player and is less valuable with the emergence of Bucky Irving.

Harmon ranks Walker as his RB9, slightly behind Henry, but favors him in some contexts due to the expectation of increased passing game usage. He views Walker as a solid second-round pick.

Mark Andrews has a clear path to being the second target funnel in the Ravens' offense. While the hosts wish the training camp vibes were better, the tight end room is cleared out, making it a pivotal season for him.

Matt Harmon and Josh Norris discuss concerns regarding Puka Nakua, noting reports of him running into a sliding glass door and potential suspension risks, which adds volatility to his draft stock.

Josh Norris expresses concern about Quinshawn Judkins, noting that while he has individual talent, he is playing behind a struggling Cleveland Browns offensive line and is attached to poor quarterback play.

Rashee Rice is facing skepticism due to poor training camp reports and his historical struggles against man coverage. While he has been productive, concerns about his air yards per target and the potential for the Chiefs to rework their passing game make him a risky asset.

RJ Harvey was selected at pick 8.4 in the mock draft, contributing to a double-Broncos backfield roster construction that was questioned by the hosts.

Harmon considers Laporta his favorite mid-round tight end, noting he maintained a 20% target-per-route rate before his injury last season. He argues that Laporta's breakout was suppressed by injury and views him as a great value in the fourth round.

Josh Norris and Matt Harmon prefer Saquon Barkley over Ashton Jeanty, with Norris ranking Barkley 7th overall and Harmon 10th. They argue that the Eagles' offense provides a better environment for production than the Raiders' offense, and Barkley remains the focal point of the Eagles' rushing attack.

Despite negative reports about his pass-catching and goal-line usage, Matt Harmon remains high on Tank Bigsby, ranking him around RB25 and viewing him as a potential league winner if he secures the lead role in the Jaguars' offense.

Matt Harmon and Hayden are negative on Trevion Henderson relative to his ADP because he is currently not the starter for the Patriots. While he has upside if Rhamondre Stevenson misses time, Harmon notes he is not expected to start the first series, making his current draft position questionable.

Matt Harmon drafted McBride in the second round of a TEP mock, noting it was his first time drafting him this offseason due to the format's scoring. Josh Norris expresses skepticism about McBride repeating his 2023 production, noting he led all tight ends in routes run by a significant margin and that the Cardinals' passing rate is unlikely to remain as high. Norris also expresses concern about the transition from offensive coordinator Drew Petzing to Michael Thor.

Matt Harmon expresses nervousness about drafting McBride in the second round, citing a coaching change from Drew Petsing to Michael Thor. While Harmon acknowledges McBride's role as a figurehead in the offense, he admits he would prefer drafting Cardinals receivers like Michael Wilson over McBride at his current ADP.

Harmon highlights Kraft as a potential steal in the fourth round, calling him one of the best yards-after-catch threats in the league. He ranks Kraft in his second tier of tight ends alongside Sam Laporta.

Matt Harmon remains high on Tyler Warren, noting his 46th overall ranking aligns with his Yahoo ADP. While Josh Norris was surprised by Warren being taken at 205 in the mock draft, both analysts view him as a significant prospect in the tight end landscape.

Harmon is extremely optimistic about Warren, noting he led all tight ends with 406 yards on play action last year. He expects Warren to inherit Michael Pittman's vacated role, specifically in RPOs and screen packages, and views him as a potential number one pass catcher for the Colts.