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Mayer ranks 29th in TE trade value at 1 HALFPPR, minimal tier.
Ranked 29th among tight ends in Justin Boone's rest-of-season trade value chart with a HALFPPR value of 1; minimal trade value.
Mayer's 23.3% target share and red-zone role make him fantasy-relevant.
Mayer earned 7 official targets (23.3% share, 22.6% adjusted) with 81% snap share (team high among pass-catchers) and was the only pass-catcher with both an end-zone target and a red-zone target, making him the clearest goal-to-go weapon sans Bowers. His 4.1 aDOT led the team in targets. The source notes if he scores, he becomes a more viable streaming option.
Mayer's exclusive red-zone role and target share make him a buy-low add.
Mayer earned 7 official targets (23.3% share, 22.6% adjusted) and was the only pass-catcher with both an end-zone target and a red-zone target, making him the clearest goal-to-go weapon sans Bowers. His low 4.1 aDOT reflects Cousins' short-passing approach, but his red-zone role is repeatable and valuable.
Mayer's route participation and target share shine with Bowers out against soft Chargers.
Michael Mayer is very streamable in a plus matchup against Los Angeles in Week 2. Brock Bowers is expected to miss the game again, opening up opportunity for Mayer. Although Mayer didn't smash in Week 1, there were positive signs: he ran the second-most routes on the team and ranked tied for 10th in targets per route run among all tight ends with at least three targets, with a 23.3% target share. The Chargers gave up the fifth-most fantasy points to tight ends in Week 1. The source highlights the usage and route participation as positive signs pointing to Mayer being very streamable.
Mayer ranks No. 10 in Week 2 TE tiers.
Mayer is ranked No. 10 in Matthew Freedman's Week 2 tight end rankings, placing him in the top tier of tight end plays for the week.
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Mayer locked-in TE1 while Bowers recovers from meniscus trim.
Raiders No. 2 TE Michael Mayer is a locked-in TE1 for as long as Brock Bowers remains sidelined with a meniscus injury.
Mayer locked in as TE1 while Bowers recovers from meniscus trim.
Raiders No. 2 TE Michael Mayer is a locked-in TE1 for as long as Brock Bowers remains sidelined with his meniscus injury.
Mayer is a solid fill-in tight end while Brock Bowers is sidelined.
Michael Mayer is a recommended fill-in tight end while Brock Bowers is out, offering a high floor and potential for 15-point games if he finds the end zone; he is a volume-driven play in PPR leagues.
TE6 in xPPG; top-12 TE when Bowers out; likely rostered.
Tight end six in expected points per game with ninth-highest route share and really good usage. Qualifies as a top-12 tight end in any game that Brock Bowers misses, making him a valuable fill-in option for Bowers-dependent rosters. Likely already picked up off waivers.
Top-12 TE option while Brock Bowers is sidelined
Michael Mayer is a top-12 tight end when Brock Bowers is sidelined. He recorded a 24% target share on 77% of routes against the Dolphins and should be owned in all 10-team leagues.
Mayer is serviceable backup for Bowers if injured; limited upside.
Michael Mayer should be an OK but unspectacular fill-in for Brock Bowers if he misses more time due to injury.
Mayer only valuable until Bowers returns, potentially this week.
The source advises against spending FAAB on Mayer, noting he is only valuable until Brock Bowers returns from injury, which could be as soon as Week 2.
Mayer led Raiders in targets but limited value; Bowers returning soon.
Michael Mayer (LV) led the Raiders in targets with six in Week 1, but cap the bid since Brock Bowers will be back soon. FAAB bid: 1-2%.
Mayer led Raiders with 7 targets in Week 1; faces Chargers who allowed 95 yards to McBride.
Mayer led the Raiders in targets with 7 in Week 1, posting a 6-32-0 stat line on a Las Vegas win over Miami. He now faces a Week 2 matchup against the Chargers, who gave up 9-95-1 to Cardinals tight end Trey McBride in Week 1, suggesting a favorable matchup for tight ends.
Bowers' potential Week 2 return limits Mayer's FAAB bid despite Week 1 target lead.
Brock Bowers could return as early as Week 2 after meniscus surgery and missing Week 1, though the source notes this timetable seems far-fetched. The possibility of a hasty return should restrict the size of any FAAB bid on Michael Mayer, as his elevated role is contingent on Bowers' continued absence.
Mayer's role unclear; text cuts off mid-analysis.
Michael Mayer is listed as a tight end option for the Raiders, though the source text appears to be cut off mid-sentence regarding reports about Brock Bowers.
Mayer faces Chargers in Week 2 after they allowed 95 yards to McBride.
Michael Mayer gets a Week 2 matchup against the Chargers, who gave up 9-95-1 to Cardinals tight end Trey McBride in Week 1, indicating a favorable tight end matchup.
Mayer's FAAB bid should be capped due to Bowers' potential Week 2 return.
Michael Mayer is 26% rostered with true value of $1, desperate need of $2, and budget-minded value of $0. As the Raiders' top tight end in Bowers' absence, Mayer had 6-32-0 on seven targets in Week 1, leading the team in targets. However, the possibility of Brock Bowers returning as early as Week 2 should restrict the size of any FAAB bid on Mayer.
Mayer's role threatened by Bowers' potential Week 2 return.
There are reports that Brock Bowers could be back as early as Week 2 after getting meniscus surgery, which should restrict the size of any FAAB bid on Michael Mayer. Mayer had 6-32-0 on 7 targets in a Week 1 Las Vegas win over Miami as the Raiders' top tight end in Bowers' absence, but his role is likely temporary.
Mayer's role faces uncertainty with Bowers potentially returning Week 2.
Mayer was Raiders' top tight end in Brock Bowers' absence, recording 6-32-0 on seven targets in Week 1 win over Miami and leading the team in targets. However, reports indicate Bowers could return as early as Week 2 after meniscus surgery, which should restrict the size of any FAAB bid on Mayer. He gets Week 2 matchup against Chargers, who gave up 9-95-1 to Cardinals tight end Trey McBride in Week 1.
Mayer is a top-12 TE waiver target while Bowers is out
Michael Mayer is a strong waiver wire target while Brock Bowers is out, currently rostered in only 26% of Yahoo leagues. He is the primary tight end for the Raiders, evidenced by an 81% snap share and running 25 of 32 routes in his debut. The source views him as a top-12 tight end option for the immediate future.
Mayer led Raiders in targets with Bowers out; reliable but not premium.
With Brock Bowers out following meniscus-trimming surgery and expected to miss at least another two weeks, Mayer led the Raiders in targets in Bowers' absence. He should serve as a reliable checkdown option for Kirk Cousins while the two are paired together. However, the source cautions against breaking the FAAB bank for Mayer, suggesting a measured approach to post-Bowers roster construction.
Mayer caught six passes but Bowers' knee injury status unclear for Week 2.
Mayer caught six passes in the opener after being the most-added player in ESPN fantasy for the week. Few doubt his skills or ability to matter statistically if starter Brock Bowers misses significant time, but Bowers (knee) might play in Week 2.
Mayer had 6 catches for 32 yards in Week 1; positioned for more targets if Bowers limited.
Raiders tight end Michael Mayer recorded six receptions for 32 yards in Week 1, ranking second on the team in receiving behind Ashton Jeanty. With Brock Bowers sidelined or limited by a knee procedure, Mayer could see increased target volume.
Mayer led Raiders TEs with 24.1% target share and 81% snap share.
Played 81% of snaps and 74% of routes with 6 receptions for 32 yards and 7 targets. His 24.1% target share and 30% air yard share indicate he is the Raiders' primary tight end and a key receiving weapon in the passing game.
Michael Mayer is a conditional streaming option at LAC at 26% rostered.
Risky streaming option at tight end traveling to Los Angeles to face the Chargers in Week 2; 26% rostered; relevant if a starter is out.
Mayer saw solid usage with seven targets and 24 routes run
Mayer showed solid involvement in the Raiders' offense, earning seven targets on 29 aimed throws and running a route on 24 of 31 dropbacks.
Mayer has streaming value if Bowers out; 6 catches on 7 targets in Week 1.
Mayer had six catches on seven targets for 32 yards in Week 1 as Bowers' backup. If Bowers remains out, Mayer will maintain streaming value as a good floor play.
Mayer filled in for Bowers with 77% route share; TE2 until Bowers returns.
Mayer started in place of injured Brock Bowers in Week 1, running 77 percent of routes and posting a 24 percent target share with a check-down-heavy 4.7 aDOT. Bowers is eyeing a Week 2 return, though the meniscus trim timeline is uncertain; Mayer will be a mid-range TE2 until Bowers returns.