The third round of the 2024 NFL Draft has concluded. This article will detail the selected players relevant to your dynasty leagues. Specifically, we will look at the team that drafted the player and the surrounding environment. This article will address superflex leagues and points per reception (PPR) scoring.
Third-Round Dynasty Selections
3.65 - Malachi Corley, New York Jets, WR
New York has spent the offseason putting the pieces together for a healthy Aaron Rodgers. Corley will join Mike Williams as the new complimentary addition to stud Garrett Wilson. Corley spent his time at Western Kentucky and finished his last two collegiate seasons with 180 receptions for 2,2,79 yards and 22 touchdowns. He is only 5-foot-11 but weighs 215 pounds. He will break tackles and hit home runs, as he has the nickname "YAC King."
This is a technical third-round selection, but it was also the first overall pick in the round. Pick 65 is meaningful for dynasty and the situation is intriguing. Williams is recovering from his Week 3 ACL tear and will not operate where Corley will play. New York will need to scheme and get the ball into his hands.
He is our consensus WR74 and should be rising up with this 65th overall selection. I would comfortably take him over Marvin Mims Jr. (WR54) and can argue over Jahan Dotson (WR50).
3.66 - Trey Benson, Arizona Cardinals, RB
Arizona is surrounding Kyler Murray with weapons. It started with Marvin Harrison and continued with Benson. I assume James Conner to be the lead back for 2024 and will likely help develop Benson. Conner is 29 years old and on an expiring contract, it is safe to assume Benson will be the successor in 2025.
We may not have the immediate gratification rookie season in this specific situation. That is okay, so long as we see flashes of the potential. Conner had 208 carries (13 games) last season, while the backups accumulated 131 carries. It is safe to assume Benson will see a meaningful workload; unsure how much this would translate to fantasy production absent injuries.
Benson is our consensus RB18. This feels about right, with room to grow as the season progresses. Would have no problem ranking him over Javonte Williams (RB15).
3.80 - Jermaine Burton, Cincinnati Bengals, WR
The rumblings within Tee Higgins cultivate an attractive situation with Burton. The organization is adamant about not trading Higgins, but they also seem adamant about not extending him. This does not mean it will not happen or that Higgins will not receive the franchise tag again after the season.
Burton is explosive and will add a dynamic ability as a deep threat to the Joe Burrow-led offense. Ties to a franchise quarterback will have Burton's dynasty stock rising. He is currently our consensus WR83. I see no reason he should not be ranked above Jakobi Myers (WR55) and Romeo Doubs (WR52). His stock will change, up or down, when we learn more information about Higgins.
3.82 - Tip Reiman, Arizona Cardinals, TE
This is a luxury pick for Arizona. Reiman is an excellent blocking tight end and will play a complementary, in-line role to Trey McBride. Reiman said, "I like putting my hands on somebody and doing what I want." He adds, "I feel like it's a gift the Lord gave me, and I am honoring him in doing that."
This selection is reminiscent of Darnell Washington to Pittsburgh. A selection that will matter more to the respective NFL team than our dynasty teams.
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