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PositiveProjectionOct 31, 2026FantasyPros Articles
Wilson is the WR22 in fantasy points per game with a 25.1% target share, 2.09 YPRR, three red zone targets, five deep targets, and a 30.6% first-read share. Despite having fewer than nine PPR points in three of his last four games, the source projects Wilson could get the squeaky wheel treatment in Week 8 against the Raiders. Wilson's quiet Week 6 performance is explained by facing Christian Gonzalez on 93.9% of his routes; the Raiders don't have a corner in that talent area code. The Raiders have allowed the fifth-most yards per target and fantasy points per opportunity to perimeter wide receivers over their last five games.
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PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football
WR ranking against the dreadful Raiders defense; currently averaging only 14.2 PPR points per game. In a rest-of-season bet, Lamar Jackson is confident taking Garrett Wilson over Omar Cooper Jr., and would only consider Omar Cooper Jr. at 10-to-1 odds. However, Wilson has reportedly complained to coaches about his target allocation, which is a red flag for the Jets' passing game volume and distribution; this suggests potential target share concerns for the entire receiving corps.
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PositiveRoleOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
The source identifies Wilson as a potential trade target for the 49ers to address a receiver room made increasingly difficult by injuries. Wilson would provide a receiver capable of creating separation and giving Brock Purdy a dependable answer in crucial moments; the source emphasizes imagining Wilson in Kyle Shanahan's offense threatening defenses while creating room for everyone around him, particularly in high-leverage January situations.
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PositiveValueOct 30, 2026RotoWire
Primary buy-low recommendation despite recent poor production. Wilson remains WR1 in New York with 25% target share and $130M contract (4-year deal), creating highest-paid receiver status. Recent production (26 pts vs DET week 3, 23 pts vs CLE week 5) supports bounceback potential. This week features huge bounceback spot vs Vegas Raiders: 9th-best WR matchup per RotoWire strength of schedule, Raiders have allowed 7 top-24 WR finishes and 16 TD catches this year. The source recommends trading Mike Evans during his bye to acquire Wilson, positioning him as WR2/WR3 for rest of season. Jets expected to be in trailing game scripts with generous defensive performance, allowing Wilson and Omar Cooper Jr. to thrive together.
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PositiveRoleOct 30, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden
Ranked WR18 but faces significant headwinds from limited dropback volume and red zone equity. The Jets wide receivers collectively rank 30th in usage (20.7 expected points), and this will worsen to bottom-five once Breece Hall returns. Wilson plays the X with the most difficult assignments but must compete for red zone targets with two high-draft-pick tight ends (Sadi and Mason Taylor) and deep threats Omar Cooper and Adonai Mitchell. The team total is decent at 23.5 against the Raiders, but the core issue is not target share alone—it's overall dropback volume and where those dropbacks occur, with many happening outside the red zone where Wilson's value is capped. Kyler Gordon explicitly prefers starting Michael Wilson over Garrett Wilson.
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NegativeRoleOct 30, 2026Silver And Black Pride
Garrett Wilson has a history of sounding off when he feels underutilized and is frustrated by the constant losing with the Jets throughout his career. While MacGregor Wells clarifies that Wilson appeared to be yelling at passing game coordinator Seth Ryan rather than Geno Smith during last Sunday's loss to the Dolphins, Wilson's frustration with the organization is evident. It's possible Wilson could eventually demand a trade, though he doesn't appear to be at that point yet.
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PositiveMatchupOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wilson has had a frustrating past two weeks with just six catches for 70 yards combined while Omar Cooper Jr. put together back-to-back 100-yard performances (103 yards vs. New England, 115 vs. Miami). However, the source is not ready to throw in the towel. Two weeks ago Wilson was dealing with Christian Gonzalez, one of the better cornerbacks in football. This week's projected matchup against Hezekiah Masses is one the Jets can exploit; Masses is allowing approximately 0.34 PPR points per coverage route. The Raiders also play a significant amount of zone coverage, giving Wilson opportunities to find space in different areas of the field. The source believes Wilson is too talented to completely abandon after two disappointing games, especially in this matchup, and expects room for both Wilson and Cooper to produce.
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PositiveUsageOct 30, 2026Gang Green Nation
Elite talent being severely underutilized by Jets offense; targeted just 3 times in most recent game despite being a clear WR1. Over last 4 games, Wilson has 24 targets for 16 catches and 1 TD, while Tre Tucker (not an elite prospect like JSN, Ja'Marr, or Puka) has 32 targets for 18 catches and 3 TDs in the same span. Comparison context: other WR1s on bad teams (Malik Washington 26 targets, Carnell Tate 31 targets, Chris Olave 35 targets in last 4 games) receive far more volume despite similar team circumstances. Source emphasizes Jets need to target Wilson way more and identifies Raiders secondary weakness as opportunity for Wilson statement game.
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PositiveUsageOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wilson did not see enough of the ball in Week 7 against Miami, marking the second consecutive game with insufficient volume after posting over 100 yards and a touchdown in the Jets' most recent win over the Browns. The source argues the Jets need to optimize their offense by isolating Wilson in one-on-one situations and making him a high-percentage target, particularly given that other pass-catchers like AD Mitchell and Kenyon Sadiq combined for only one catch against Miami.
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PositiveRoleOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wilson started the season well but has seen his numbers drop with the emergence of rookie Omar Cooper Jr. However, back-to-back 100+ yard games with a touchdown in each from Cooper isn't sustainable. Wilson is still the true No. 1 receiver and was visibly frustrated in their last game when they lost to the Dolphins. This is a plus matchup at home against the Raiders, and the source expects Geno Smith will get Wilson the ball plenty this week.
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PositiveValueOct 30, 2026Niners Nation
Kyle Posey argues Wilson is a high-impact trade target for the 49ers despite $6.75M dead cap through 2029 and $4M in 2030 if traded by the Jets. The cap savings ($16.5M in 2027, over $29M in next two years) and Wilson's elite skill set—he can run any route and has no learning curve—make him ideal for Kyle Shanahan's offense. Posey frames Wilson as a franchise cornerstone who would eliminate receiver depth concerns and justify multiple first-round picks in 2027–2028.
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NegativeProjectionOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wilson ranks 11th in the NFL in receptions (37), 19th in receiving yards (444), and is tied for 17th in targets (51), with three touchdowns. Despite the low volume in recent games, Reich noted that Wilson has created significant offensive value through coverage distraction; on Miami's opening play, both defenders jumped on Wilson, leaving Omar Cooper Jr. wide open for 52 yards, and later the free safety doubled Wilson, allowing Geno Smith to throw for 100-plus yards of offense created by Wilson's presence.
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NegativeUsageOct 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Wilson has been underutilized despite being the Jets' best player; in recent losses to Chicago (3 rec, 27 yards), New England (4 rec, 44 yards), and Miami (2 rec, 26 yards on 3 targets), he has been largely a decoy. Frank Reich acknowledged the frustration, admitting he should have targeted Wilson on a game-tying fourth-quarter opportunity against Miami that resulted in a sack, saying 'That's the one call I'd want back in that game.' Reich stated 'I want him to be the best in the NFL because I think that's what we think of him' but conceded 'I've got to do better there' in getting Wilson involved.
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NegativeUsageOct 29, 2026FantasyPros Articles
Wilson had 21 catches for 243 yards and two touchdowns over his first three games but has declined to 45 or fewer receiving yards in three of his last four games, with six catches for 70 yards and no touchdowns over the last two weeks. He has expressed frustration about the Jets' losses (1-5 in last six games) but clarified he does not want to be traded. The source anticipates a potential 'squeaky-wheel' game against the Raiders, though Wilson faces target competition from rookie Omar Cooper Jr., WR Adonai Mitchell (back from finger injury), and tight ends Kenyon Sadiq and Mason Taylor. Jets QB Geno Smith may not be able to support multiple high-level fantasy pass catchers.
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PositiveUsageOct 29, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball
OC stated goal to get Wilson ball 'early and often' and 'even more'; however, community skeptical execution will match intent. Wilson's route tree shifted to higher % of deep/go routes since Cooper Jr. returned, but Geno Smith throws deep at bottom-5 rate in league despite high accuracy on deep balls. Post-game analysis shows Wilson drawing double coverage led to Omar Cooper Jr. big plays. Consensus: WR2 with high variance; some holders considering benching for Jonah Coleman or Makai Lemon due to sub-10 point floor risk. Multiple comments note Wilson's aDOT increased while shorter underneath routes going to Cooper.
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PositiveUsageOct 29, 202632BeatWriters
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OC Frank Reich describes Garrett Wilson's frustration as "a healthy tension." Cites 2 examples where Wilson impacted the play without touching the ball. First play of MIA game: Wilson draws 2 defenders on a quick out, leaving Omar Cooper Jr open down the seam for 52 yards. Third Q: Wilson runs a go route, free safety cheats to his side, leaving the middle open for Cooper. Geno Smith throws a 60-yard strike to Cooper. Reich: "Garrett doesn't touch it there, but that's 100 yards of offense." Th...

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PositiveProjectionOct 29, 2026RotoWire
Ranked WR12 for Week 8 vs. Raiders. The source projects a 'big bounce back' with 12–15 targets expected, predicting a top-10 WR finish. Cites squeaky-wheel narrative and strong Jets implied point total (13th in league, 23.5 points vs. Raiders). The Raiders have the fourth-highest catchable target rate allowed on first read throws, and the source expects Gino Smith to lock in on Garrett Wilson as the primary read all day long. Jets are 1.5-point favorites, supporting high-volume expectation.
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