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Bhayshul Tuten

Draft Priority High4

Grab him in the late rounds and hold him on your bench as a cheap gamble. He’s looked good in preseason and could get snaps if the starters slow down, but he’s had hamstring/practice issues and struggles with catching and pass blocking. Want 29 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 45% in 29 sources updated 6 months ago

High-priority late-round value: draft as a cheap upside dart in the late rounds/day-3 or as a deep bench stash (fantasy ADP generally outside the top 150 with some best-ball ADP near ~120-130) given his rookie draft slot and preseason usage. Coherent preseason reps, elite athletic testing, and multiple analyst endorsements create a plausible path to complementary/third-down snaps or a late-season role if Etienne/Bigsby lose work; main risks are committee uncertainty, hamstring/camp injury history, and ball-security/pass-pro concerns.

08/29 High (100%) Matthew Berry highlights Tuten as an ideal late-round fantasy RB target due to significant uncertainty in Jacksonville's backfield. As a rookie with upside, he can be drafted cheaply in late rounds and offers upside if he earns touches or roles in committee/third-down work.
08/29 High Elite athletic profile and drafted to a Jaguars offense that appears to have a plan for him; offers true league-winning upside as a late-round stash given the possibility of Etienne/Bigsby moves and his talent level despite currently being third-string.
08/29 High (100%) Emerging rookie with athletic upside who hasn't seen a price spike despite hamstring issues; presents cheap upside behind Etienne and Bigsby and could be a low-cost breakout candidate.
08/29 Medium (100%) Author liked Tuten as a late-round pick who could be Jacksonville's starter by Week 6 — high upside but speculative depth pick.
08/28 Medium (100%) Recommended as a late-round handcuff with upside to emerge if given opportunity. Low cost, high reward in drafts for bench depth and insurance.
08/28 Medium (100%) Hamstring slowed his camp start but he's built momentum and the team values his speed and dual-threat upside; internal discussions about trading incumbent backs suggest possible early opportunity.
08/28 Medium (100%) Explosive college production and could carve out a role in Jacksonville if injuries occur to starters; expected to open third on depth chart but worth a bench stash to develop into starter later in season.
08/28 Medium (100%) Explosive rookie third on Jaguars depth chart behind Bigsby and Etienne; missed time in preseason but shows playmaking speed. Recommendation: draft as a late-round stash and hold for opportunity as injuries or role changes occur down the stretch.
08/27 Medium (100%) Fourth-round rookie with early best-ball buzz and a clear change-of-pace role if the Jaguars lean away from Travis Etienne/Bigsby; roster as insurance in home leagues.
08/27 High (100%) Explosive 4.32 speedster with consistent offseason buzz and clear role-building by the Jaguars (team added two RBs). Likely to carve out a big-play complementary role and could see a split in the backfield if Tank Bigsby or Travis Etienne Jr. lose work — offers strong upside at a late ADP (~126).
08/26 Medium (100%) Fourth-round rookie with strong combine measurables and college workload, projects as an early-down/short-yardage back in a crowded Jaguars backfield. More than a pure handcuff—there’s a plausible path to meaningful snaps without injuries—but roster competition (Etienne, Bigsby) and being a mid-round rookie limit immediate draft priority.
08/23 Medium (100%) Rising candidate to carve role in Jacksonville behind Travis Etienne Jr.; youth, receiving ability (50 catches in college) and big-play traits (4.32 40, high missed-tackle rate) give upside if Etienne's role declines or he is traded.
08/22 High (100%) Drafted to be the Jaguars' explosive home-run/long-play back; elite athletic testing (4.32 40, high speed and burst scores) and college big-play profile. Being drafted outside the top 150 but has clear upside in a new scheme that values explosiveness (Coen) — strong late-round target.
08/22 High (100%) Day-3 rookie who has looked good in preseason and fits Liam Coen's offense; presents significant upside as a late-round flyer who could carve a role even if starting the season behind Etienne/Bigsby. Strong upside-to-cost profile for drafts.
08/19 Low (100%) Rookie projected to struggle to stand out in Jaguars' pass-first scheme and a poor run-blocking environment; unlikely to replicate surprising rookie breakout comps.
08/19 Low (100%) Rookie saw second-most reps in scrimmage but didn’t play in the preseason opener; ranked behind Etienne and Bigsby, making him a longer-shot upside stash rather than an immediate draft target.
08/19 Medium (100%) Jaguars RB3 with perimeter/outside-zone skill and big-play potential in ambiguous backfield; worth a late-round flier but risky due to committee uncertainty.
08/19 Low Author: 'It might be in your best interest to just wait on Bhayshul Tuten, who might take over for the Jaguars by midseason.' Suggests waiting — low early draft priority but high upside as a midseason breakout candidate.
08/19 High (100%) Late-round lotto RB with big upside thanks to elite speed and pass-catching ability. ADP still outside top 175 despite preseason buzz. Competition exists with Travis Etienne Jr. and Tank Bigsby, but Etienne's declining efficiency and a new coaching staff with no attachment to incumbents increases the chance of Tuten carving out role.
08/17 Medium (74%) Quickness and burst jump off the screen; compared to a lesser De'Von Achane. Plays in Liam Coen’s system that produced Bucky Irving’s breakout and is a recent regime pick getting first-team reps. Worth a late-round gamble for upside.
08/15 High (100%) Has first-team reps, was a dominant college runner with elite testing (9.55 RAS) and is tied to Jaguars regime; cheap RB44-type cost in Best Ball with end-of-season upside—good low-cost upside dart.
08/14 High (100%) Fourth-round rookie with high-upside profile; among the most interesting late-round rookie bets for ZeroRB drafters and potential playoff difference-maker.
08/14 Medium (100%) Explosive, athletic college profile (4.32 40, elite speed/burst) and coach Liam Coen favors showcasing his picks; earned first-team work in preseason practice. However, significant red flags: heavy fumbling history and poor pass-pro grades—draft as a late-round/bench dart for upside.
08/12 High (100%) Highlighted as a favorite late-round value; upside swing in RB bench range.
08/12 Medium (100%) Explosive rookie who flashed in preseason and earned starter reps in practice. Jaguars backfield is wide open; his rise up the depth chart could make him a late-season difference-maker.
08/08 Ignore (100%) Bhayshul Tuten is unlikely to see significant playing time in 2025 due to Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby being ahead on the depth chart, coupled with Tuten's own injury issues in camp.
08/05 Medium (69%) Amidst an open backfield competition for the Jaguars, taking a late-round chance on Bhayshul Tuten is worthwhile, as the coaching staff might be willing to promote rookie talent.
08/02 Medium (69%) Bhayshul Tuten is an intriguing late-round target due to the open competition in the Jaguars' backfield. His late ADP offers great value given the uncertainty of the starting role.
08/01 Low (54%) Although a fourth-round pick, Tuten has clear potential to rise up Jacksonville's depth chart, making him a late-round flyer worthy of consideration.

Adonai Mitchell

Draft Priority Medium4

Draft him in the late rounds or grab him after the draft for your bench — don’t spend an early or middle pick or make him a starter. He looked very fast in camp and could have a big game, but he struggled catching last year and the Colts already have a crowded receiving group, so he’s risky. Want 8 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 49% in 8 sources updated 6 months ago

Medium — target Mitchell as a late-round (12+ or waiver) bench flier with upside rather than a starting pick. Preseason camp reports and elite speed indicate a realistic path to a perimeter role, but a poor rookie catch rate and crowded Colts receiving/TE mix keep his floor low. Draft as a speculative stash for spike-week upside; roster only with low opportunity-cost.

08/29 Low (100%) Quiet rookie year (23 rec, 312 yards) and behind established receivers Michael Pittman Jr., Josh Downs, and Alec Pierce. Colts also drafted a first-round TE and have low-target TE usage historically. QB concerns (Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson Sr. as backup) further cap upside.
08/28 Low (100%) Named among deep sleepers — small-value late-round target for upside, not priority.
08/27 Medium In Colts receiver group; Josh Downs is dealing with a hamstring — Mitchell could see increased 11-personnel routes if Downs misses time. Good short-term/bench stash candidate.
08/22 Medium (100%) Sophomore deep-threat who’s impressed in camp and should see more catchable targets with Daniel Jones at QB. Past rookie season showed separation but low catch rate due to poor QB play; boom/bust late-round flier with upside for spike weeks.
08/19 Medium (100%) Second-year receiver who has stood out in training camp and brings advanced route-running metrics; could take on larger role and eat into target distribution, offering upside if opportunity materializes.
08/15 Medium (100%) Disappointing rookie season driven by poor efficiency (42.6% catch rate, 5.6% drop rate) but showing positive camp signs and elite speed; if he improves hands/efficiency he could push for a starting perimeter role.
08/07 Low (69%) Mitchell is showing significant improvement in Colts' camp and joint practices, offering some hidden gem potential if he rises through the depth chart.
08/06 Medium (40%) Mitchell's recent camp improvements and expected usage as a deep threat with Anthony Richardson make him intriguing, despite past struggles.

Jerry Jeudy

Draft Priority High4

Draft him in the middle rounds — he's Cleveland's top receiver and should catch a lot of passes. He can have big games if the quarterback plays well, but the quarterback situation is shaky, so treat him as a bit of a gamble rather than a safe weekly starter. Want 25 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 46% in 25 sources updated 6 months ago

High priority — Jeudy is a strong mid-round target due to clear WR1/volume role in Cleveland and an attractive ADP window (roughly picks 77–94, late Round 7 to early Round 10) that projects WR3/4 production with upside. He carries upside from target volume and route/slot traits but has measurable regression risk tied to quarterback stability and efficiency metrics, so draft as a high-upside value rather than a ceiling-safe starter.

08/28 High (100%) Low cost value pick (ADP Round 7 on CBS, even lower on Yahoo) with clear WR1 role. Posted career highs last season (90 catches, 1,229 yards) and projects to be a top-12 WR at least through the first half. Veteran QB situation (Joe Flacco to start) increases near-term floor for reception production.
08/28 High (100%) Author frequently drafts Jeudy and here used him as a WR2 projection (83 catches, projected TDs). He’s a high-upside pick but with clear risk: production tied to Joe Flacco; a midseason QB change to Dillon Gabriel could tank value.
08/28 High (100%) Undervalued in Round 10: ADP 93.5 vs CER 77.1. Posted 90 catches and 1,229 yards last year; with Joe Flacco starting, Jeudy could maintain heavy volume (potential ~25% target share) and offers WR1 upside at WR3/4 price — clear steal late rounds.
08/26 Medium (100%) Jeudy posted elite production in Weeks 8-18 with Jameis Winston (high target/usage), but the Browns’ QB situation is murky (reports of Joe Flacco starting, Kenny Pickett uncertainty). Early schedule also includes tough man-coverage opponents (Bengals, Ravens, Lions). Good upside but clear QB and matchup risk — target in mid rounds, not early.
08/26 High (100%) Jeudy established a high floor from Weeks 8–18 in 2024, finishing as the WR6 in PPR points per game by converting into a volume receiver (10.3 targets per game, 6.9 receptions, 96.3 yards). He wins in the short-to-intermediate areas, has strong YAC (349, WR13), and is schemed into easy targets (34.4% slot rate). Those traits make him reliable regardless of which timing-based quarterback is under center in Cleveland, giving him consistent week-to-week fantasy value.
08/26 Medium (100%) ADP dipped due to QB uncertainty, but Joe Flacco’s presence actually improves Jeudy’s fantasy outlook; represents a middle-round target for target-based upside despite some risk.
08/22 Medium (100%) With Joe Flacco starting for the Browns, Jeudy should soak up targets in a modest offense — reasonable mid-round target but offense lacks high-end upside unless QB play becomes more dynamic.
08/22 Medium (75%) Joe Flacco starting in Cleveland increases Jeudy's target share as the team's veteran go-to; reasonable mid-round WR target at ADP 77 (Ranking WR34).
08/19 High (100%) ADP ~79.9 and called a value pick — solid WR target in that range.
08/19 High (77%) Flacco starting increases Jeudy's upside. In 2024 he averaged 18.5 PPR in his final eight games and has shown top-20 upside. Considered a borderline starter in two-receiver leagues and worth drafting around Round 5.
08/19 High (100%) Flacco starting boosts Jeudy's early-season projection due to increased passing volume and target quality under Flacco.
08/19 High (100%) Improved chemistry with QB Joe Flacco in camp; had a 2024 breakout (90 catches, 1,209 yards). Flacco profiles as a high-volume gunslinger, so Jeudy is poised to outperform his early-seventh-round ADP.
08/19 Medium (100%) Piece flags starting QB news (Flacco) as a factor that can hinder Jeudy’s fantasy production and urges managers to draft him with midseason volatility in mind. Jeudy has upside if the quarterback play improves, but his early-season floor may be suppressed — not a must-have; draft in middle rounds and don’t overpay relative to ADP.
08/15 Low (100%) 2024 was a volume-driven outlier (finished PPR WR11) but underlying efficiency metrics (1.72 YPRR) suggest regression with less volume in 2025. Tempting as a name, but temper expectations in drafts.
08/15 Medium (100%) If Joe Flacco starts, Jeudy and Njoku's fantasy outlook isn't necessarily hurt and could remain viable targets. Draft as usual but monitor QB situation.
08/13 High Projected to lead this pass offense with very high target share (125+ targets) and is a safer mid-round wide receiver than some boom-or-bust names.
08/13 High (100%) Called an 'incredible value' in the No.3 receiver range (ADP ~78.2); late-round upside — target if available around that ADP.
08/12 High (77%) Flagged as an incredible value in the WR3+ range at his ADP.
08/09 Low (100%) Jeudy's production in 2024 was highly tied to the seven games with Winston, which significantly inflated his stats. With a new QB situation in Cleveland this year, his production is unlikely to reach the same heights, with more competition for targets.
08/06 High Jerry Jeudy is positioned to be the WR1 in Cleveland with potentially 140+ targets, making him a great value in the 7th round due to his high target share and Joe Flacco's slot utilization.
08/05 Medium (47%) Jerry Jeudy, playing with Dax Prescott, has decent mid-round appeal with potential for high upside, particularly in the first half.
08/05 High Jerry Jeudy finally showed potential with 90 catches last season. With above-average route running and after-the-catch ability, he offers a good floor as the primary target on a team with potential QB changes.
08/05 Medium (70%) Jerry Jeudy shows promise with improved QB play but carries some risk due to potential changes in quarterback and team performance during the season.
08/01 Low (72%) Despite ranking WR15 in half-point PPR last season, the Browns' quarterback room limits the passing game's upside, capping Jeudy's ceiling. Even at a bargain draft cost, he's not a proactive target as Cleveland focuses on defense and running game.
08/01 High (47%) In 2024, Jeudy recorded his first 1,000-yard season and averaged 16.2 PPG in the second half, becoming a go-to target despite QB uncertainties.

Theo Johnson

Draft Priority High3

Pick him only in the final round or as a very late gamble. He played well before a foot injury and could become a regular starter if healthy, but there’s real injury and role risk so experts are mixed and it’s a coin flip. Want 5 more details?

George Kittle

Draft Priority Must Have4

Draft him in the middle rounds and make him your main tight end pick. He should catch a lot and score fairly often, but he's in his early 30s and has had injuries before, so don't spend too much on him. Want 60 more details?

Moderate consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 54% in 60 sources updated 6 months ago

Must-have: Kittle is a consensus top-three fantasy tight end who provides weekly positional advantage and should be targeted as your primary TE around the end of Round 3 to Round 4 in 10-team leagues (ADP ~39). He projects for elevated target and red-zone share after San Francisco roster changes (78 catches, 1,106 yards, 8 TDs in 2024) and offers high floor with top-end weekly upside; however, age (31/32) and prior injury history are material downside risks to factor into draft cost.

08/29 High (100%) Listed as the Round 4 favorite and one of the top TE options; despite age concerns he's still highly valued by his team (new contract) and offers top-tier fantasy TE production.
08/29 High (100%) Top-tier veteran TE with 78 catches for 1,106 yards in 2024; with some receiving weapons uncertain in SF, Kittle should remain heavily involved — strong TE1 candidate with slightly lower upside than Bowers.
08/29 High (100%) Listed by the author as one of the top-three tight ends to target — a player worth paying up for at tight end rather than mid-round bets like LaPorta.
08/29 High Named as part of the trio (with Bowers and McBride) competing for the No.1 fantasy tight end. Veteran presence with clear target share in offense—worth a high priority pick among TEs.
08/28 Must Have (45%) Listed as part of the top three tight ends — recommended to secure elite TE scoring rather than gambling on mid-tier options.
08/28 High (100%) Still one of the best TEs with strong usage (78 catches, 1,106 yards, 8 TDs); with Deebo gone and Aiyuk returning later, Kittle should maintain high target share.
08/27 Must Have (100%) Clear top-tier tight end (top-three) in an offense that yields consistent TE production; strong seasonal target share and red-zone usage.
08/27 High (100%) Strong chemistry with Brock Purdy and recent high receiving yardage (1,106 last year); despite preseason injuries and age (31), he remains a top TE target with big-game upside.
08/26 High Clear top-tier tight end behind McBride; the gap between Kittle and other TEs is larger than at other positions — worth drafting in Round 3 if available.
08/26 High Tier 1 and expected heavy early-season usage due to personnel losses in SF — high short-term ceiling (start-of-season TE1 candidate).
08/26 High Proven elite TE with strong chemistry with Brock Purdy; could benefit from injuries elsewhere in SF offense producing more targets — high floor and upside, worth drafting if Bowers is gone.
08/23 Must Have (100%) Ranked No.1 TE after breakout 2024 with 15.8 PPR points per game and back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons — elite TE1 who delivers weekly advantage.
08/23 Medium (100%) Author likes Kittle but calls Round 3 a high price to pay for a TE who hasn't sustained elite output a full season — consider but be wary of cost.
08/22 High (100%) Listed in the upper tiers (top-two tiers); a strong, early-to-mid-round target for starters per the tiers.
08/22 Medium Valuable veteran TE but 'less value in tight-end premium' compared with McBride because Kittle's target volume is lower; still an acceptable pick if McBride is gone.
08/22 Must Have (100%) Article identifies Kittle as one of the clear top-tier tight ends — landing a top TE (Kittle) is critical because the position is thin beyond the elite names. In TE-premium formats his value increases further.
08/22 Must Have Top-ranked tight end — returned to form in 2024 with 15.8 PPR PPG, back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons, and consistent touchdown production. Strong positional advantage at TE.
08/22 High (100%) Mentioned as right on the heels of the top TE tier (Bowers/McBride). Kittle is a near-elite TE option who carries high upside and should be targeted if the top two are gone.
08/22 High (100%) Still an elite, reliable fantasy TE with a likely larger role after offensive departures/injuries (Deebo Samuel left; Aiyuk uncertain). Team investment ($76M/4 years) signals high usage. Main concerns are age (31) and rising ADP which increases draft cost and risk.
08/22 High Called a reliable target and an easy pick for a starting TE role — good mid-round tight end target with consistent role in a strong offense.
08/22 Must Have (100%) Top-tier tight end in a high-powered 49ers offense; strong touchdown and reception upside making him a TE1 staple.
08/19 High (100%) ADP 39.0 and recommended by author as a Round 3 pick — strong veteran presence and reliable target share, good value in Round 3 but not quite a must-have.
08/19 Must Have Back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons, spike in targets (6.3/game); safe, high-volume TE1 worth prioritizing over volatile TE options.
08/19 High (77%) Listed in Tier 2 — still a top TE asset and should be targeted early among tight ends.
08/19 High (100%) Called out as a top-ranked tight end and an alternative to Travis Kelce, suggesting strong draft priority for tight end spot in preseason evaluations.
08/19 High (100%) Averaged 15.8 PPR points per game in 2024, back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and 6+ TDs each of last four seasons — top TE to target in early rounds for tight end advantage.
08/19 High (100%) Mentioned as an available tight end in Round 3 versus Bowers' mid-2nd ADP; given Bowers' uncertainty, Kittle represents safer, high-upside value at a later pick.
08/19 High (100%) TE1 in half-point PPR last season and clear primary tight end in San Francisco; strong chemistry with Brock Purdy and offers TE-1 production; good early-to-mid round luxury pick if you want TE advantage.
08/19 Must Have (100%) Identified as one of the only tight ends (with Brock Bowers and Trey McBride) with true league-winning upside; prioritize as top TE pick.
08/17 Must Have Kittle finished as the TE1 in fantasy points per game last year while producing elite efficiency (top marks in yards per route run and strong per-target metrics). He's frequently being drafted as TE3, creating a value mismatch — draft him as your primary TE and expect top-end production again in 2025.
08/17 High (100%) Extremely efficient (led TEs in yards per route run, 3.10 in 2024) and averaged the most PPR points per game among TEs last year when healthy. With Deebo gone and Aiyuk possibly missing time, Kittle could see increased targets, though age and injury risk exist.
08/17 High (100%) Ranked No. 1 TE after averaging 15.8 PPR points per game and back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. Targets spiked to 6.3 per game, making him a weekly advantage at tight end despite some injury history.
08/17 Must Have (100%) Model's No. 1 TE after best season since 2018 (15.8 PPR per game), consistent touchdown production and increased target share (6.3 per game); top-tier weekly advantage at scarce position.
08/16 High (100%) Top-ranked TE after strong 2024 (15.8 PPR points per game), consistent touchdown production and increased targets — still a top TE to target on draft day.
08/16 High (100%) Established elite-ish TE in the rankings (listed ~21) who benefits from TEP scoring; veteran target role gives strong weekly floor when healthy.
08/15 High (100%) Age-31 but productive (1,106 yards, 8 TDs) and high red-zone usage returning with 49ers offense; valuable TE1 with slight age/depth concerns.
08/15 High High-upside, consistent top-5 fantasy TE who can be drafted later than Bowers and McBride for value. Good target in round 5 for TE production and TD upside.
08/15 High (100%) One of the game's last elite all-around tight ends with game-breaking upside in both run and pass — target as a top TE if he falls to acceptable rounds.
08/14 Must Have (100%) Included among the three TEs the author recommends drafting early (Bowers, McBride, or Kittle). Reliable top-end production.
08/14 High At age 31 still posted 1,106 yards and 8 TDs; ranked second among TEs in red-zone targets and remains Brock Purdy's favored TE in scoring areas.
08/14 High Named in the early-round TE group — established veteran with red-zone scoring ability and high weekly upside, but will cost you a top pick over a WR/RB.
08/13 High (100%) Tier 2 high-end TE1 with consistent production. ADP guidance: roughly Round 4-5 in 10-team leagues, but age (32) and injury history are real risks to factor into draft value.
08/12 High (100%) Coming off TE1 finish; elite efficiency (1st in yards per route run) and strong usage (deep and red-zone targets). Deebo Samuel gone and Aiyuk health questions could funnel targets.
08/12 Medium (100%) Going in the 4th round while 49ers have emerging WR value (Pearsall) and limited overall target pie. Not an avoid, but price is steep relative to alternatives.
08/12 High (77%) Appropriately priced at ADP; consider at the end of Round 3. Was the No.1 TE in PPR PPG last season and could benefit from 49ers WR injuries.
08/11 Must Have (54%) George Kittle remains a top-tier choice in 2025 fantasy drafts, known for his consistent production and high ceiling, making him a must-have in PPR leagues.
08/10 High (100%) With Deebo Samuel traded, Kittle may see an increase in targets. He's been one of the most consistent TEs with more than 900 yards in 5 of 7 seasons.
08/09 High (100%) George Kittle is one of three elite tight ends that stand apart from the rest. He finished 2024 with 78 receptions for 1,106 yards and eight TDs, providing consistent production especially when other key players were sidelined.
08/07 Must Have (100%) Kittle has consistently finished as a top-5 fantasy TE and is coming off a strong season with the highest average PPR points among TEs. With Deebo Samuel Sr. traded and Brandon Aiyuk returning from injury, Kittle is likely to increase his target share.
08/06 High Reliable veteran with high yardage and touchdown numbers; following Samuel's trade, Kittle is expected to see more targets, maintaining his value.
08/06 Must Have George Kittle is poised for a potentially massive year given his past performance and the current uncertainty around other 49ers receivers. His upside is similar to top-tier tight ends like McBride and Bowers, but at a better draft value.
08/06 High George Kittle averaged 15.8 PPR fantasy points per game last year, leading all tight ends. With Deebo Samuel gone and returning from injury, Kittle's role is poised to be even more prominent this season. He remains a dominant option with a chance to finish as the TE1.
08/05 High Given 49ers' wide receiver issues and Brock Purdy's trust in Kittle, he's undervalued in drafts. A strong 4th round target or earlier if you want an edge at TE.
08/05 Must Have George Kittle has been consistently fantastic, with high efficiency and steady touchdown production. As TE 3 in ECR, his consistent scoring makes him a reliable early-round target.
08/05 High (100%) Kittle had the second-most yards and touchdowns of his career last season and is set to receive more targets after the 49ers traded Deebo Samuel.
08/05 High (100%) Kittle has shown consistent performance and efficiency, with impressive 2024 stats and a rise in ADP due to increased opportunities in the 49ers offense.
08/01 Must Have (70%) Kittle's dominance last year as the leading TE in yards per route and PFF receiving grade makes him a top tight end target in drafts, especially with increased target opportunities this year.
08/01 Medium George Kittle offers significant value in later rounds, providing high tight end points per game similar to top picks but often available a round or two later.
08/01 High George Kittle doesn't fit cleanly into this tier, but he's well ahead of the next group. Only Travis Kelce has more 25-point performances than Kittle over the past five seasons.
08/01 High Kittle was TE3 last year and remains productive. His role in 49ers offense is stable following contract extension.
08/01 Must Have (56%) With all the injuries and uncertainty among 49ers pass catchers, George Kittle could end up being the TE1 this season.

Ray Davis

Draft Priority Medium4

Draft him in the late rounds as a bench backup. If James Cook misses time he’ll likely start and score well, but while Cook plays he probably won’t do much. Want 21 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 48% in 21 sources updated 6 months ago

Medium — Ray Davis rates as a high-upside late-round handcuff rather than a starter, with most analysts advising a bench/insurance target who can become a weekly starter if James Cook misses time. Target him in the late rounds (typical guidance around Round 11+ in 12-team formats) as a low-cost contingency with clear upside to deliver RB2/flex production on extended opportunity; downside is a limited standalone floor while Cook remains the secured starter.

08/29 Low Cook’s handcuff in Buffalo; limited standalone value but strong contingency value (becomes top-15 if Cook misses time). Draft as a handcuff only, not an early-round priority.
08/28 Medium (100%) Included in the list of handcuff RBs to target late; potential to become a starter and deliver league-winning value if opportunity opens. Acceptable late-round stash.
08/28 Medium (45%) Listed as a handcuff/backup to target (BUF) to protect against starter injury — recommended to pick up as insurance for potential in-season value.
08/28 Medium (100%) High-end handcuff to James Cook in Buffalo; showed competence in Cook’s absence (20 carries for 97 yards in one game). Recommended as bench handcuff around Round 11.
08/26 Medium (100%) Productive fill-in when James Cook missed time; one of the best handcuff/insurance backs with league-winning upside if Cook is injured. Draft as late-round insurance in RB-needy rosters.
08/22 Medium (100%) Valuable handcuff on a run-heavy Bills team: With James Cook signed as the lead back, Davis is still the clear secondary back, played all 17 games and logged 130 touches plus goal-line work. He’s a reasonable stash for teams seeking insurance against a Cook injury, but Cook’s security limits Davis’s upside.
08/22 Medium (100%) Named as a contingent stash: good to target late if there's any chance James Cook misses time — upside is matchup/health contingent.
08/17 Low (100%) Behind newly re-signed and big-contract starter James Cook in Buffalo; will get limited preseason reps and projects as a backup/handcuff with little standalone draft value.
08/14 Medium Projected to remain a rotational piece (~24.3% snaps previously) who can cut into Cook's workload; fantasy upside as part of committee but unlikely to be a standalone starter.
08/13 High (100%) Identified as the primary handcuff to James Cook — a popular middle-round target. If Cook misses time or is injured, Davis could become a near every-week starter and deliver massive profit (week-to-week flex/RB5 value). Good upside as a handcuff with clear injury-based path to starting workload.
08/13 Low (100%) Committee situation in Buffalo; late-round pick with unclear path to consistent work — speculative depth piece.
08/12 High (100%) Ranked No. 8 handcuff and top backup to James Cook. Profiles for short‑yardage/goal‑line work with spike‑week potential and clear every‑down upside if Cook is out.
08/12 High (100%) Favorite late-round value; also expected to have a prominent role for the Bills, which dings James Cook.
08/11 Medium (100%) Ray Davis is a strong handcuff option behind James Cook, especially given his solid potential and the Bills' offensive line. He could become a must-start if Cook is injured.
08/06 Medium (64%) A strong handcuff option with performance potential even when the starter is healthy. Davis is a cost-effective pick with upside if the starter goes down.
08/06 High (100%) Ray Davis showed versatility with both rushing and receiving touchdowns in limited opportunities. His ability to perform as the Bills' primary backup, combined with his performance in a high-powered offense, makes him an attractive pick in later rounds, especially if the starter Cook gets injured.
08/06 Medium (69%) With James Cook seeking a contract extension and possibly making 'business' decisions, Davis could see increased production. He's proven to be a high performer when given significant snaps, finishing as a top-15 fantasy RB.
08/05 High (77%) With James Cook dealing with contract issues, Ray Davis's value is rising. He has shown potential in previous games, particularly when Cook was absent, and could be a sleeper pick if Cook continues to miss games.
08/04 Medium (64%) Ray Davis played behind James Cook but showed flashes of his potential with 18.2 fantasy points in a matchup versus the Jets. If Cook is injured, Davis has the ability to step into the RB2 role, making him a smart late-round stash.
08/01 Medium Proved capable when James Cook missed time, with potential for RB2 numbers if Cook's contract issues cause him to miss games. Runs behind an intact O-line that was strong last season.
08/01 Medium (72%) Davis is an intriguing speculative play due to his pass-catching skills and potential role expansion, especially with teammate James Cook's contract issues.

Skyy Moore

Draft Priority Low4

Draft him only in the late rounds as a bench stash — don’t plan on him as a starter. San Francisco has too many receivers and most people think the move won’t help him right away, so he’s a risky long-shot worth only a deep bench pick. Want 2 more details?

Tyrell Shavers

Draft Priority Low5

Skip him in most drafts; only pick him in the very last rounds or grab him later in the season if he starts getting real playing time.

Jaylen Wright

Draft Priority Medium3

Draft him in the late rounds as a bench backup you keep in case De'Von Achane misses time. He’s the likely early-down, short-yardage runner now that Mostert is gone, but he had a preseason leg issue and hasn’t done much yet, so don’t rely on him unless the starter is out. Want 21 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 41% in 21 sources updated 6 months ago

Medium priority — Jaylen Wright should be drafted as a late-round bench stash/handcuff rather than an early-round pick; target him in the late rounds (approx. rounds 12–16 ADP range) for contingent upside if De'Von Achane is injured or limited. He projects as the early-down/short-yardage complement with strong athletic traits and a clearer path after Raheem Mostert's departure, but recent preseason leg issues and limited rookie workload suppress his baseline value. Risk: meaningful injury and role uncertainty, upside: plug‑and‑play RB2 if opportunity arises.

08/29 High (100%) Moved up the Dolphins depth chart after Raheem Mostert left; while injured (leg) for Week 1, he has upside as a late-round breakout and is ranked ahead of Khalil Herbert and Elijah Mitchell by the model.
08/29 Low (100%) Expected to miss the start of the regular season with a leg injury and listed as week-to-week. Unreliable for early-season production; not a priority pick unless used as a very late developmental/IR-bench flier.
08/26 Low (100%) Was on-field in practice and appears to have avoided a serious injury, but remains behind De'Von Achane on the depth chart. Could start if Achane is sidelined, but uncertainty makes Wright a late-round flyer only.
08/26 Low (100%) Preseason has shown inefficiency, mistake-proneness, and a leg injury; had one of the NFL's lowest EPA per rush last season — deprioritize in drafts and favor Gordon instead.
08/23 Must Have Described as a required 'holding' handcuff to Devon Achane — owners drafting Achane should roster Wright as immediate insurance if Achane misses time or is limited.
08/22 Medium (100%) Achane’s calf issue has increased Wright’s fantasy relevance — he’s picking up preseason steam as a potential short-term fill-in or complementary back. As a draft target, Wright is a late-round/bench flier with upside if Achane misses time; he’s not recommended as an early-round starter but is useful as insurance or handcuff exposure.
08/22 Medium (100%) Projected to be Miami's RB2 behind De'Von Achane when healthy; has home-run ability (249 rush yards on 68 attempts in 2024) and upside as a late-round target, but was seen walking off practice (undisclosed) — draftable as a mid/late-round upside flier.
08/22 Medium (100%) Has experience in Miami's system and is the most likely immediate replacement if Achane misses time; fits the offense but lacks the elite upside to be more than a late-round bench stash unless Achane is out long-term.
08/19 Medium (100%) Best drafted as a late-round/high-upside handcuff to De'Von Achane. Wright split snaps in preseason with rookie Ollie Gordon II but has more system experience and could jump if Achane misses time. Limited rookie workload so baseline value is low, but injury to Achane would drastically raise Wright’s value to RB2-level per-game upside.
08/17 Medium (100%) Elite athletic profile (92nd percentile Speed Score, 98th Explosion) with good missed-tackle forcing and explosive run metrics. Limited usage as a rookie but worth drafting-and-stashing for contingent value if De'Von Achane or others miss time.
08/17 Must Have (100%) Projected to take a bigger role as the early-down/short-yardage complement to De'Von Achane; the Dolphins are likely to limit Achane's workload. Wright is a clear handcuff and insurance policy with standalone PPR upside if injuries occur.
08/13 Medium Only backup to see reps with Dolphins starters after Mattison injury; currently the favorite to inherit Raheem Mostert’s between-the-tackles role and worth a bench stash or late-round pick with upside.
08/12 High (100%) Ranked No. 12 handcuff; explosive rookie behind De’Von Achane in a speed‑friendly scheme. Premium stash with league‑winning upside if workload expands.
08/12 Medium (100%) Explosive handcuff to De’Von Achane with plug-and-play potential and league-winning upside if Achane misses time.
08/12 Ignore Very negative evaluation (poor vision, not big); not expected to threaten Achane’s role; avoid at ADP.
08/12 High (100%) SportsLine’s model tags Wright as a late-round breakout after Raheem Mostert’s departure moved him to No. 2 behind De’Von Achane. As a second-year back with burst and a year in Mike McDaniel’s system, he has a clear path to meaningful touches and upside. The model ranks him ahead of Khalil Herbert and Elijah Mitchell among late-round options.
08/11 Low (100%) Jaylen Wright has limited upside due to De'Von Achane leading the Dolphins backfield, but could be an elite handcuff and late-round dart throw for Achane owners.
08/06 Medium (100%) Wright fits Coach McDaniel's style and has an opportunity to shine if De'Von Achane is injured. His status as a priority handcuff in a potentially high-scoring offense makes him a worthwhile late-round pick.
08/06 Low (69%) Wright has potential for goal-line carries and is seen as a complementary to starter De'Von Achane. While not a high draft priority, he offers value in deeper leagues as an RB3/flex due to potential role expansion.
08/05 Medium Wright is positioned as the No. 2 RB in a capable offense, with weight loss and the departure of Raheem Mostert clearing a path for increased opportunities.
08/04 Medium (64%) Competing for the No. 2 role behind Achane, Jaylen Wright's straight-line speed and versatility in Mike McDaniel's offense offer untapped fantasy potential. An injury to Achane could elevate Wright significantly.

Alexander Mattison

Draft Priority Ignore4

Don't draft him this season — reports say a neck injury will end his year and he won't play. Only consider keeping him if your league has a spot for injured players and you want him for next year, but don't expect him to help this season. Want 5 more details?