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All Yahoo Fantasy Football insights about Trey McBride
PositiveMatchupOct 30, 2026
McBride (TE2) recently yielded a massive 10-111-1 receiving line on 13 targets in Week 7 against Denver, demonstrating the Broncos' vulnerability to elite tight ends despite ranking ninth-friendliest against the position overall (12.7 half PPR points per game).NegativeBustOct 29, 2026
McBride ranks fourth in yards taken away by defensive pass interference penalties this season with 74 yards, indicating he's drawing flags on plays that could have been significant gains or touchdowns.PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
McBride was part of Eric Edholm's stacked roster that led to Edholm's dominant Week 7 victory over Max Loeb by more than 60 points, scoring 159.68 total points.PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Trey McBride is on an early Hall of Fame pace with 59 receptions and 472 yards through seven weeks, leading the NFL in receptions. He had 10 catches for 111 yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings. However, the Cardinals are 21-52 in games he has played, indicating his elite production is being wasted on a losing team.NegativeProjectionOct 25, 2026
McBride is among the top tight ends in fantasy operating in the afternoon window in Week 7; positioned as an elite TE1 candidate for the week.PositiveRoleOct 24, 2026
McBride is a primary receiving target for Jacoby Brissett in the Cardinals' pass-heavy offense, which relies heavily on the passing game due to the team's weak running game and frequent trailing situations.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
McBride has a 22.6 percent targets per route rate (TPRR) for the Cardinals, which trails Kendrick Bourne's team-leading 27.1 percent TPRR since Week 5.PositiveValueOct 21, 2026
Ranked 3rd among tight ends in rest-of-season trade value with a chart value of 447 in half-PPR scoring, establishing him as a tier-1 trade asset.PositiveProjectionOct 20, 2026
Trey McBride is ranked as a top-tier tight end option in Week 7, positioned as one of the usual studs at the position alongside Brock Bowers, George Kittle, and Isaiah Likely.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
McBride has continued his voluminous target share in the Cardinals offense, maintaining consistent receiving work even as Michael Wilson's targets have declined sharply following Marvin Harrison Jr.'s return.PositiveValueOct 14, 2026
Ranked 2nd among tight ends in rest-of-season trade value with a HALFPPR value of 49, positioning him as a premium tier option behind only Bowers.PositiveProjectionOct 10, 2026
McBride is largely unaffected by Harrison's departure, and his case as the fantasy TE1 is strengthened against equally elite Brock Bowers; both would be second-round picks at the very worst right now.PositiveMatchupOct 9, 2026
McBride's matchup against Detroit is excellent. Tight ends have accounted for 32.3% of the targets against Detroit. The source notes there is room for both McBride and Wilson to produce against Detroit's weak pass defense (which has allowed 11 passing touchdowns and a 110.4 opponent passer rating). The source states: 'McBride's matchup is excellent, too. But there is room for both players to produce.'PositiveBreakoutOct 8, 2026
McBride is one of the biggest positive regression candidates of the week. He has only 13.2 half PPR points per game despite his usage expecting him to have 18.2—a gap that can only be explained by bad luck. He remains a total savage on tape, and a home date against the very vulnerable Lions secondary (which has allowed the most fantasy points to TEs, with Kenyon Sadiq TE4, Dalton Kincaid TE3, and Juwan Johnson TE7) is the time for him to get back into form. He is projected for 80.5 yards.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
Trey McBride is one of only three tight ends fantasy managers can confidently slot into their lineups each week; he remains part of the elite circle of trust alongside Brock Bowers and George Kittle.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
McBride is ranked second among tight ends in the Shuffle Up rest-of-season rankings at $32 salary, indicating elite tier status and strong production expectations.PositiveValueOct 7, 2026
Ranked 2nd among tight ends in rest-of-season trade value with a HALFPPR value of 44, establishing him as a clear second-tier option behind Bowers.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
McBride enjoys a strong connection with Jacoby Brissett, establishing him as a preferred target over Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson in the Cardinals offense.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Trey McBride ranks twenty-third in winning percentage at 53.71% through four weeks for the Cardinals.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
McBride is ranked as the top tight end in fantasy football this season, establishing him as the clear-cut TE1 in Week 5 matchups.NegativeUsageOct 4, 2026
McBride caught 7 passes for 31 yards in the Cardinals' Week 4 win over the Giants, but the source notes he wasn't a total washout despite the disappointing overall offensive performance.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
McBride is projected for 67.5 yards in Week 4 at NYG. Nearly had two TDs last week (one on DPI, one at the goal line), and despite Michael Wilson's strong play, McBride is getting funneled high-value looks underneath. He is TE2 on TE2 overall usage this year alongside Brock Bowers, has been elite on tape, and has eclipsed 15.6 expected half PPR points in all three games this season—described as insane production.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Ranked 2nd in Week 4 TE rankings with 67.5 projected yards. McBride nearly had two TDs last week.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Ranked TE2 in Week 4; Zay Flowers expresses love for McBride but acknowledges Brock Bowers' superior production and role.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
McBride was ranked as the TE1 all summer heading into the season and could still claim that spot, but Brock Bowers' dominant Week 3 performance and elite usage metrics have shifted the tight end landscape. The source expresses willingness to experience FOMO watching Bowers dominate over the next three months.PositiveProjectionSep 30, 2026
Ranked 25th overall in Week 4 Flex rankings by USA TODAY Sports Fantasy projections using half-point PPR scoring; classified as a Tier 1 lineup lock must-start.PositiveValueSep 30, 2026
Ranked 2nd among tight ends in rest-of-season trade value with a HALFPPR value of 447; second-highest TE asset for trade negotiations.PositiveProjectionSep 29, 2026
McBride leads all tight ends in fantasy points through three weeks and is ranked first for Week 4, ahead of Travis Kelce.PositiveProjectionSep 24, 2026
McBride is the TE1 in Week 3 with 67.5 projected yards at San Francisco. He commands a 37% target share, had 115 yards against the Niners in a prior matchup, and has already produced against All-Pro safety Derwin James and the Seahawks to start the year. The Niners will have All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner available this time.NegativeProjectionSep 24, 2026
Trey McBride is ranked 1st among tight ends in Week 3 with 67.5 projected yards against San Francisco.PositiveProjectionSep 24, 2026
Ranked 20th overall in Week 3 Flex rankings by projected fantasy points in half-point PPR scoring; listed as a Tier 1 lineup lock must-start.PositiveRoleSep 23, 2026
Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur cited Trey McBride as 'one of the best underneath guys in the world' when explaining the limited offensive touches available (60-65 plays per game) and why Harrison's role is unlikely to expand. McBride's established role in the offense positions him as a primary target in the Cardinals' passing game.PositiveProjectionSep 17, 2026
McBride leads Week 2 TE rankings with 60.5 projected yards against Seattle, the highest projection among all tight ends.PositiveValueSep 16, 2026
Ranked 1st among tight ends in Justin Boone's rest-of-season trade value chart with a HALFPPR value of 44; highest-valued tight end for trade purposes.PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
McBride delivered a solid performance in Week 1 and is ranked among the top tight ends heading into Week 2; identified as a mainstay top TE for 2025.NegativeProjectionSep 15, 2026
Ranked as the top tight end for Week 2 by Daniel Dobish of TheHuddle.com in the source's official rankings.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
McBride emerged as Arizona's clear primary target in Week 1, catching 9 passes for 95 yards and a touchdown with an elite 7.86 Trinity Score in an offense that scored 26 points and gained 393 yards. The source identifies McBride as the primary receiving option ahead of fourth-overall pick Marvin Harrison Jr., establishing him as the focal point of Arizona's passing attack.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
McBride caught 9 passes for 95 yards and a touchdown in Week 1. His 7.86 Trinity Score was elite. The source uses McBride's elite production as a counterpoint to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s underperformance, showing that the Cardinals offense was functional and capable of producing.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
McBride was viewed alongside Brock Bowers to be in a tier of their own among tight ends heading into the 2026 draft, with both expected to be among the highest-drafted at the position.NegativeValueSep 9, 2026
The source faded Trey McBride primarily due to opportunity cost, and also expects the Cardinals' pass volume to regress significantly from last year's elevated levels.NegativeValueSep 9, 2026
The source faded McBride mostly, suggesting skepticism about his fantasy value despite being a Cardinals TE.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Listed as a legitimate weapon for the Cardinals offense alongside Marvin Harrison Jr., Michael Wilson, and new running backs; context is that the Chargers' Week 1 matchup carries trepidation despite being a significant favorite, partly due to Arizona's offensive weapons and uncertainty around Los Angeles' new coordinators.PositiveProjectionSep 8, 2026
McBride is ranked as the clear No. 1 tight end heading into Week 1, establishing him as part of the definite top tier at the position alongside Brock Bowers.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Trey McBride is deprioritized by Joel Smyth in favor of late-round value plays like Omarion Hampton and Ladd McConkey; Smyth prefers searching for late-round WRs and RBs with upside rather than reaching for early-drafted TEs.PositiveProjectionSep 3, 2026
McBride finished as TE1 in 2025 with league-leading 27.3% target rate and 33 red zone targets. He set a single-season franchise record with 126 receptions—the most by any tight end in a single season all-time—and posted 11 touchdowns after recording just two the prior year. Only Ja'Marr Chase has more receptions (252) over the last two seasons. JJ Zachariason notes a case can be made for McBride and Bowers to go before the start of the third round in drafts.PositiveProjectionSep 2, 2026
JJ Zachariason mentions Trey McBride as a TE option he likes, but chose to build around Brock Bowers instead due to Bowers' higher ceiling. Zachariason shares personal experience from last season when he had McBride as his TE; McBride finished as the TE1 overall in fantasy, demonstrating the leverage advantage available at the position. This experience informs his decision to target elite TE upside in 2026.NegativeRoleSep 2, 2026
Trey McBride's talent and athletic profile demand target attention in the Vikings offense, contributing to the tight end target rate elevation that limits receiver floor despite splash-play upside.NegativeValueSep 2, 2026
McBride just posted the third-best fantasy season for a tight end in NFL history and goes in the third round. His quarterback did not change, the team did not add a wide receiver of note to take away targets, and the play-caller likely changed for the better. While there are concerns over Jacoby Brissett eventually being benched, the team running more, and one of Marvin Harrison Jr. or Michael Wilson breaking out, those are reasons to fade first-round McBride, not third-round McBride.PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026
McBride is a top-tier tight end and part of the Cardinals' skill position unit that fantasy managers should target; the Cardinals' offense may end up being the most explosive among NFL bottom-barrel teams, though rookie quarterback Carson Beck could impact his production if he takes over.PositiveProjectionAug 31, 2026
The source will happily select McBride in Round 3 alongside Bowers, projecting him as a good bet for a 1,000-yard season, which would provide fantasy managers with a massive advantage over opponents each week. The source's 2026 draft plan is to go early or late at tight end, as the middle tier has QB questions or injury concerns.NegativeProjectionAug 28, 2026
Scott Pianowski expects regression for McBride this year; the Cardinals' 685-pass-attempt pace under Jacoby Brissett (sixth-most all-time) will likely roll back even if Arizona remains a bad team playing catch-up. Additionally, new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett's last three offenses ranked 24th, 31st, and 21st in yards and 24th, 29th, and 32nd in points, creating further downside risk.NegativeValueAug 28, 2026
Scott Pianowski fades McBride due to opportunity cost; while McBride will have a decent season, Pianowski prefers RB/WR construction in early rounds and feels comfortable waiting on tight end depth later. The source notes the Cardinals threw at a 685-attempt pace (sixth-most all-time) after Jacoby Brissett took over, but realistic regression is likely even if Arizona remains bad and plays catch-up.PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026
Matt Harmon and Nate Tice are "Cardinals curious" about whether new head coach and offensive play-caller Mike LaFleur's McVay-inspired run game and passing designs put Trey McBride in situations where his talents actually flourish, despite the Cardinals projecting as a league-worst offense by betting markets.NegativeUsageAug 27, 2026
Cardinals TE Trey McBride ran 667 routes in 2025, the most among tight ends; Ja'Marr Chase was second overall with 613 routes, and Travis Kelce was second among TEs with 511 routes.PositiveValueAug 27, 2026
Trey McBride is identified as a top tight end worth considering early in the draft (before Round 6) if the opportunity presents itself when implementing the Hero RB strategy, allowing managers to secure elite positional value before pivoting to wide receivers and late-round running backs.PositiveBustAug 26, 2026
McBride was an exception to the rule that elite TEs regress, but too many new variables make a repeat unlikely. He led the regular season in routes by 63 (all positions), with out-of-control garbage-time points, while the Cardinals were quietly No. 1 in neutral pass rate—none of which will repeat under new coach Mike LaFleur with third overall pick Jeremiyah Love in the backfield. Arizona will be more balanced and is projected 31st in points per game (18.5), only ahead of the Jets. The target competition versus projected touchdowns math is hard to square despite McBride being one of Winks' favorite players to watch. Winks has taken McBride in only 2% of his drafts.NegativeBustAug 21, 2026
Despite finishing with 126 catches for 1,239 yards and 11 touchdowns last year, McBride is a bust candidate because new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett was in over his head the last time he called plays with the Jets in 2024; the source recommends avoiding McBride in the second round and instead reaching for Brock Bowers, or waiting to take Tucker Kraft, Sam LaPorta, or Harold Fannin Jr. in the fifth or sixth round.PositiveSleeperAug 21, 2026
Trey McBride's Prizm Silver PSA 10 is priced at just $80 with an elite population of exactly 2 copies, tied with running back Omarion Hampton for the scarcest card in the entire Top 100. The source identifies him as 'the ultimate sleeper,' noting he has 'arguably the best tight end profile in the league,' creating a significant value opportunity where scarcity and elite fantasy profile are severely underpriced.NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026
McBride was selected third overall in the mock draft by Lawrence Jackson, indicating strong early-round consideration for the Cardinals TE.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
Selected third overall in this mock draft, indicating strong confidence in his 2026 fantasy outlook as a tight end.NegativeUsageAug 19, 2026
Had the second-best targets per route run (TPRR) among tight ends (min. 50 targets) last season, narrowly behind Harold Fannin Jr.'s 0.247 TPRR.NegativeProjectionAug 19, 2026
One of only three NFL tight ends targeted 100-plus times in at least two of the past three seasons, alongside Travis Kelce and Jake Ferguson, establishing him as an elite target-volume tight end.PositiveValueAug 18, 2026
The source drafts McBride early (Round 3) as part of a strategy to lock in elite TE production, citing his late bye week as a major advantage. Plans to set and forget McBride unless injury or poor performance occurs, avoiding the need to stream tight end.NegativeProjectionAug 18, 2026
McBride is a clear regression candidate after running a league-high 691 routes in 2025; the source avoids him at ADP because he damages draft flexibility at running back and receiver.NegativeBustAug 18, 2026
The source identifies Trey McBride as a clear regression candidate after running a league-high 691 routes in 2025. McBride, one of the top two tight ends, doesn't find his way onto the source's rosters much because he damages the path to clarity at running back and/or receiver. The source would pick Bowers over McBride if forced to choose one at ADP.NegativeProjectionAug 12, 2026
Ranked in Round 3 (2.12 in this mock), representing a tier drop from Brock Bowers in Round 2; the gap between Bowers and McBride reflects the concerning drop-off at TE scoring after the top eight in full-PPR formats.PositiveProjectionAug 12, 2026
Trey McBride is rated as elite TE1, reflecting top-tier fantasy expectations and consistent production in the Cardinals' offense.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
McBride was a preferred target in TE Premium Round 2 if available; the source would have drafted him over Jason Warren due to superior fantasy outlook.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
McBride's 2025 campaign would have made him the second-highest scoring WR behind only Puka Nacua. Getting him after the first seven receivers is solid value in TE Premium format, though his numbers are expected to dip slightly from last year.PositiveProjectionAug 11, 2026
Trey McBride leads all tight ends in 2025 half-PPR scoring with 242.9 points; under Tight End Premium (1.0 PPR for TEs vs. 0.5 standard), his scoring increases to 302.4 points, a 59.5-point gain that amplifies his weekly value and draft appeal in premium TE formats.NegativeBustAug 9, 2026
JJ Zachariason fades Trey McBride despite his elite 2025 production (126 catches, 1,239 yards, 11 TDs), citing the pattern of six consecutive years of different TE1 finishers and the Cardinals' new offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, who was in over his head calling plays for the Jets in 2024. Zachariason recommends Brock Bowers if reaching for a second-round TE, or waiting for Tucker Kraft, Sam LaPorta, or Harold Fannin Jr. in the fifth or sixth round.PositiveProjectionAug 7, 2026
McBride is one of the top-two TEs in 2026 alongside Brock Bowers; he's the clear tier-1 TE option.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Carson Beck's insertion into the Cardinals lineup was initially viewed as a negative for McBride and other Cardinals pass catchers, though if Beck proves to be a legitimate NFL talent, the impact on McBride's fantasy outlook remains uncertain.NegativeMatchupAug 7, 2026
Carson Beck's insertion into the Cardinals lineup was being viewed as a negative for players like McBride, though if Beck proves to be legitimate, the impact on McBride's fantasy value remains uncertain.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Carson Beck's insertion into the Cardinals lineup was being viewed as a negative for McBride and other Cardinals pass catchers like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson, though if Beck proves legit, the impact could be mitigated.NegativeValueAug 7, 2026
Trey McBride's ADP is viewed with concern by the source; the source worries far more about McBride's ADP than Brock Bowers or Colston Loveland due to very shaky QB play and solid teammate competition, suggesting McBride is overpriced relative to the other elite TE options.NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026
McBride is used as an example in salary cap strategy discussion. The source notes that if you roster Trey McBride early, you might as well throw Brock Bowers out there as a nomination since you won't roster both of them in a standard format, illustrating the concept of nominating players you don't want to force opponents to spend money.PositiveValueAug 6, 2026
Trey McBride is identified as a worst-value TE with 24th ADP vs. 30th projected overall finish; despite elite tape performance, he faces red flags with injury or environment concerns that justify the ADP discount relative to projection.PositiveProjectionAug 5, 2026
McBride's TE2 ADP may be too aggressive relative to Colston Loveland's TE3 ADP. While the source praises McBride's talent, the environment is problematic: the Cardinals are projected for the fewest points (18.4 PPG), face a potential third-round rookie QB for the final stretch, and have brutal opening schedule. Target competition is significant—Marvin Harrison Jr. was out for much of McBride's finish last year, Michael Wilson emerged, and the team added do-all RB Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick. The source is nervous about the offensive line and uncertain whether new coach Mike LaFleur will repeat as the most pass-heavy offense in neutral situations.NegativeValueJul 30, 2026
McBride is a megastar tight end whose volume was sturdy last year and whose touchdown equity rose when Jacoby Brissett took over, but the Cardinals look like one of the two or three worst teams in football. The source plans to pass on McBride, citing respect for the overall board and desire to load up RB and WR rooms early; additional concern exists if rookie Carson Beck gets development snaps late in the year, potentially further collapsing the Cardinals offense.