It’s make-a-wish season for dynasty fantasy football managers, and I’m not talking about the charity. With the combine in the rearview and the draft seemingly around the corner, it’s the perfect time to wishcast landing spots.
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In this article, we’re going to lucid dream our ideal landing spots for the top rookies for fantasy. Although these are dreamy landing spots, we are going to ensure that each spot is relatively realistic and has a genuine chance of coming to fruition.
Fernando Mendoza (QB – Indiana) 
Raiders (1st Overall)
Not only is this going to happen, but it is arguably the best landing spot for Fernando Mendoza. His Ted Lasso-esque personality is exactly what a team like the Raiders needs. After going through coaches like spins on a slot machine, the Raiders are looking to cement a long-lasting, stable culture. With Maxx Crosby now on the Ravens, Mendoza can step in to build the culture and potentially turn the team around quickly.
Hiring Super Bowl-winning offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak to coach the team and run the offense was like hitting the jackpot. Tom Brady himself showed his hand by discussing how much he loves the offensive system Kubiak runs during a playoff broadcast.
Kubiak’s balanced offense that thrives on zone runs, horizontal deception and the deep play-action game is perfect for Mendoza. His pinpoint accuracy and on-time throws are the pocket ace for what Kubiak wants to run. Overall, this could be a key turning point season for this talented young offense.
Jeremiyah Love (RB – Notre Dame) Commanders (7th Overall)
The belle of the ball for dynasty rookie drafts is Jeremiyah Love. There have been plenty of mock drafts that have him going to the Chiefs with the ninth pick, or even the Bengals at the 10th pick. However, after signing Kenneth Walker III, the Chiefs are out of the mix. However, the Commanders remain an excellent fit.
Love is one of those running back prospects that stands out from the rest. Although he is not the type of elite prospect that Saquon Barkley and Bijan Robinson were, he is right in the second tier with Jahmyr Gibbs and Ashton Jeanty. In fact, his playing style is more similar to Gibbs, who is one inch shorter and 12 pounds lighter than Love. The larger frame and top-tier pass catching are perfect for a bell-cow back in today’s NFL.
The Commanders have been searching for a high-end running back ever since Alfred Morris’ last season with them in 2015. Although they have tried, with names such as Bryce Love, Antonio Gibson and Brian Robinson Jr., no one has stuck. Enter a can’t-miss prospect like Love.
With Jayden Daniels‘ dual-threat ability and a strong offensive line, this could be a lethal run game. The Commanders may not be as sexy as the Chiefs were, but they are the classic, solid team that will rely heavily on their young talent.
Makai Lemon (WR – USC) Saints (8th Overall)
This one just makes sense. Plus, it would be great for fantasy, too. The Saints are desperate for receivers, with only Chris Olave and Juwan Johnson as consistent threats. Olave had an incredible season last year, finishing as the WR6. His incredible season also demonstrated that Tyler Shough can support fantasy weapons and is good enough to be a solid starter in this league.
Why is this a great landing spot if Olave is already established? Again, this team is desperate for playmakers. Makai Lemon is an excellent receiver who would complement Olave’s ability as an outside receiver perfectly.
Predominantly a slot fiend, it wouldn’t be the first time we’ve seen a Saints receiver dominate in the slot. Even though Lemon is drastically smaller than Michael Thomas, he is impressively tough at the catchpoint and able to outmaneuver defenders.
Unfortunately, due to his size, Lemon may never be the stereotypical fantasy WR1. However, his best work would come as a complementary piece to an established one. As a result, the Saints are a perfect fit for the exciting rookie.
Carnell Tate (WR – Ohio State) Chiefs (9th Overall)
It’s the Chiefs’ turn to select a fantasy star with their first-round pick. This may be the only time we see the Chiefs drafting this high for a while. As a result, why not target a position they have struggled to lock down for years?
Taking swings on Kadarius Toney, Xavier Worthy and Marquise Brown has not aged well. Thankfully, they have managed to utilize Rashee Rice‘s ability to its fullest. However, he is not a typical larger-bodied X receiver, often relying on yards after the catch to make plays. That, and he seems to always be in legal trouble.
Carnell Tate is the perfect weapon for Patrick Mahomes. At 6-foot-2-inches and 192 pounds, Tate is exactly what the Chiefs need alongside Rice. Although he is not necessarily elite in any one aspect, his value comes as arguably the best all-around receiver in this class.
Often compared to George Pickens in style of play, Tate could easily become a player Mahomes can rely on down the field and in the red zone. Don’t let the fact that he was playing alongside Jeremiah Smith hide how good Tate is as a receiver.
Jordyn Tyson (WR – Arizona State) Ravens (14th Overall)
A dream landing spot for a receiver is Baltimore? Absolutely. The Ravens have continued to squeeze the last remaining juice from aging veterans for multiple years now, with no avail. Enter Jordyn Tyson, an incredible athlete who has arguably the highest upside of any skill player in this draft. The issue is that he has often been injured so far in his career.
However, if he can stay healthy, Tyson would be the perfect fit for Lamar Jackson on the outside. With Zay Flowers taking the short work and Mark Andrews patrolling the middle of the field, a true deep playmaker would open up this entire offense. Even though Jackson is often highlighted as a rusher, his passing is frequently overlooked. We are only one season removed from him throwing 41 passing touchdowns to only four interceptions.
Baltimore as a landing spot is not only a good spot for Tyson, but it would also boost the entire offense. In the end, Tyson on the Ravens would be good for him and great for Jackson, Flowers and Derrick Henry.
Denzel Boston (WR – Washington) Bills (26th Overall)
Matt Harmon referred to Denzel Boston as Diet Coke Mike Evans, and it has stuck. The big-bodied receiver comes in at 6-foot-4 and 212 pounds. With his biggest issue being his inconsistent ability to create separation, Boston relies on his size and power to physically dominate defenses. This showed up in the red zone, as he scored 20 touchdowns across his last two seasons in college.
The Bills could use a big-bodied X receiver to play alongside the newly acquired DJ Moore. The Bills needed to make a splash at the position, and Moore is likely not their only move. For a potential red-zone weapon like Boston, the best landing spots will be great offenses. It doesn’t get much better than being paired with Josh Allen.
Kenyon Sadiq (TE – Oregon) Broncos (30th Overall)
We knew Kenyon Sadiq was athletic, but his combine results blew any expectations out of the water. Despite being 42 pounds heavier than Jahmyr Gibbs, both players had the same top speed in their 40-yard-dash. That’s incredible.
He may not be the biggest tight end, but Sadiq’s ability as a receiver is very enticing for fantasy. Unfortunately, his blocking could improve and may limit his snaps over his first season or two. Going to a team like the Broncos would be a good fit, as Courtland Sutton is their only established player in the receiving game. Although Pat Bryant and Troy Franklin have had moments, another big body after the catch threat would be perfect for Sean Payton.
Tight ends are hard to predict for fantasy, often relying on team environment and multiple years of development to contribute for fantasy purposes. Sadiq reminds me of Noah Fant as a prospect, a hyper athletic fit that needs to improve as an in-line blocker. If he develops, we could see a player with a similar skill set as Trey McBride, with usage being a key factor for fantasy production.
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