Are you ready to up your fantasy football game and make some bold predictions for wide receivers this season? Our resident fantasy expert, DBro, has some intriguing insights that might just change the way you approach your drafts. From breakout stars to unexpected disappointments, let’s dive into DBro’s top 5 bold takes.
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4. Deebo Samuel (WR – SF)
Bold Prediction: Deebo finishes as a WR3 and one of the worst WR picks in fantasy.
While Deebo Samuel might be a familiar name, DBro isn’t convinced that he’s a safe bet in fantasy drafts. Looking at his performance last season, Deebo’s stats were far from consistent. With fluctuations in target share between Weeks 1-7 and Weeks 10-13, his TPRR also showed some inconsistency. His value plummeted from a WR28 in FPPG to a series of less impressive rankings when playing with Christian McCaffrey as a full-time player. With a significant drop in aDOT and deep targets per game, DBro warns that Samuel might not be the reliable pick you’d expect.
3. Keenan Allen (WR – LAC)
Bold Prediction: Allen leads the NFL in receptions as a Top 3 WR.
According to DBro’s crystal ball, Keenan Allen is poised to lead the NFL in receptions as one of the Top 3 wide receivers. Analyzing his performance over the last few weeks of 2022, it’s clear that Allen has been a consistent WR3 in terms of fantasy points per game. With Herbert by his side, Allen’s target share remains strong, bolstered by his impressive 27.2% TPRR. In fact, his route averages over the past two years suggest he’s due for a career-high in targets. This projection places him among the likes of Justin Jefferson, Davante Adams, and Tyreek Hill in target rankings.
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2. James Cook (RB – BUF)
Bold Prediction: James Cook is an RB1 in fantasy.
DBro’s predictions don’t just stop at wide receivers; he’s got insights for running backs too. James Cook is on DBro’s radar as a potential RB1 in the fantasy realm. Ranking first in explosive run rate and securing 15th place in Yards After Contact (YCA), Cook’s prowess is undeniable. Operating within a high-scoring offense that consistently reaches the red zone, Cook’s fantasy stock is set to rise.
1. Tyreek Hill (WR – MIA)
Bold Prediction: Hill breaks the single-season receiving yardage record.
DBro’s boldest take centers around Tyreek Hill’s potential to shatter the single-season receiving yardage record. Hill’s standout performances, particularly when Tua Tagovailoa is in play, have been nothing short of extraordinary. Averaging an impressive 108.3 receiving yards per game, he’s on pace to reach a staggering 1,841 receiving yards over 17 games. With top rankings in receiving grade, yards per route run, and open score, Hill is chasing the legendary Megatron’s record of 1,964 receiving yards.
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