Expert Rankings

Adam Wilde on May 24: Nyheim Hines deserves to be more involved in the offense, but it won't come to the detriment of Jonathan Taylor. Taylor will be one of the league's only work-horses once again; but with improved QB play.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Ja'Marr Chase proved to be one of the leagues most talented Wide Receivers as a rookie. He finds himself ahead of Justin Jefferson largely due to QB play.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Justin Jefferson is closer to the WR1B than the WR2, but unfortunately he doesn't have Joe Burrow throwing him passes.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Najee Harris should see even more volume than Jonathan Taylor, though he is one year older and slightly less talented than Taylor.

Adam Wilde on May 24: CeeDee Lamb has exceeded 100 targets, and hovered around 1000 yards in each of his first two years, while not yet playing a full season. He is more of a projection than one might like at WR3, but the talent, opportunity, and situation are all undeniable.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Cooper Kupp will be turning 29 prior to the 2022 season. While most players are generally slipping at this point, Kupp seems to be just hitting his elite stride.

Jason Wood on May 24: Pitts had a remarkable rookie season that exceeded my expectations. Breaking 1,000 yards at the tight end position as a rookie portends greatness, and as long as Arthur Smith can find competency at quarterback, the sky is the limit.

Adam Wilde on May 24: If healthy DeAndre Swift should easily find himself finishing in the running for RB1 each of the next two seasons.

Adam Wilde on May 24: The gap between Jalen Hurts and Ryan Tannehill is not as great as many seem to think. A.J. Brown will receive similar opportunity in the Eagles offense. His ranking was unchanged with the trade.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Deebo Samuel's ranking relies heavily on him staying with the 49ers. If he isn't traded, expect him to exceed his incredible 2021 production.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Jaylen Waddle missed a game and still broke the rookie receptions record. His value still has room to grow.

Jason Wood on May 23: Allen has been the No. 1 fantasy quarterback in back-to-back seasons, so he understandably will be the first signal-caller off the board in most leagues. But Brian Daboll's departure and the added risk of his running the ball 100+ times makes him a high risk/high reward option.

Jason Wood on May 24: Andrews was always touchdown-dependent, but last year he became Lamar Jackson's most reliable option in any down and distance. With Hollywood Brown traded away, Andrews' place among the elite is assured.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Breece Hall has the size and three-down ability to be a true workhorse back in a west-coast offense.

Jason Wood on May 23: Mahomes has now finished outside the Top 3 for three years consecutively, but he's never finished worse than QB6. While some will worry about Tyreek Hill's departure, I suspect the Chiefs offense won't skip a beat particularly as the play-calling emphasizes a more balanced approach now.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Davante Adams is a risky proposition. Changing teams at 29 years old doesn't typically bode well for WRs, but Adams remains in the top 12 based on his elite talent, and many off-seasons spent building rapport with Derek Carr.

Adam Wilde on May 24: Tyreek Hill finds himself just outside the top-12 after moving to Miami. At this point in their respective careers, expect Jalen Waddle to receive similar work as Hill, except 5 years younger.

Jason Wood on May 23: Herbert built off a stellar rookie year and ascended into the truly elite, finishing as QB3. With all his key teammates returning, and coaching continuity, expect more of the same.

Jason Wood on May 24: Father Time is undefeated, but Tyreek Hill's trade to Miami all but guarantees Kelce will sit atop the tight end rankings for at least another season.

Jason Wood on May 23: Jackson only played 12 games last year and is embroiled in an unsettled contract situation. On a per-game basis, Jackson remains a must-start quarterback in every league format. But the durability and lack of progression as a passer are cause for concern.

Jason Wood on May 24: Kittle hasn't played a full season for three years, and most likely will be playing with a new quarterback in Trey Lance. Yet, he's coming off a career-high 6 touchdown season and looked like himself for most of 2021. At a position starved for impact contributors, Kittle is still worth the price.

Jason Wood on May 23: Murray only played 14 games last year, but his play remains consistent on a per-game basis. He's a very good fantasy quarterback, but he hasn't shown enough growth to be considered elite. With D. Hopkins suspended and C. Kirk gone, it's unclear whether the offense is capable of more.

Jason Wood on May 23: Burrow's pass attempts (520) were much lower than expected, but the recipe worked for the Bengals all the way to a Super Bowl appearance. The only fly in the ointment was a porous offensive line, but the front office spent a fortune on fixing that in free agency. Burrow's lack of rushing keeps him from having No. 1 overall ceiling, but he's firmly in the top-10 conversation.

Jason Wood on May 23: We'll know soon enough whether Watson will be disciplined in 2022 and for how many games. Assuming he misses between 6-8 games, he's worth drafting at the bottom end of QB1s, but make sure to prioritize a second quarterback quickly to carry you for the first month or two.

Jason Wood on May 23: To hear some analysts, you would think the Cowboys offense was awful last year. Yet, they were No. 1 in points (530) and yards (6,919). Prescott put up monstrous numbers again (69% completion rate, 6.2% TD rate, 7.5 yards per attempt), and should be fine as long as Michael Gallup, Jalen Tolbert, and James Washington can approximate Amari Cooper and Cedrick Wilson's roles.

Jason Wood on May 24: Hockenson only played 12 games last year, which is the second time in three seasons he's missed a big chunk of the season. Until he proves more durable, it's hard to invest a high pick in him despite transcendent talent and All-Pro upside.

Jason Wood on May 24: Waller was a disappointment last year and now target vacuum Davante Adams comes to town. Waller still slots as the No. 2 option in a high-volume passing attack, but the days of thinking Waller had Kelce upside are behind us. He's a tier below, but still one of the better options on draft day, particularly in TE-premium scoring systems.

Jason Wood on May 24: Based on talent and career progression, Freiermuth deserves to rank higher. But until we have clarity on whether Mitch Trubisky or Kenny Pickett are up to the challenge of guiding a high-efficiency passing offense, we have to treat Freiermuth more as a high-ceiling TE2.

Jason Wood on May 23: Could last season have gone any better? After toiling for years in Detroit and being labeled as a compiler who "couldn't win the big one," Stafford puts up elite fantasy numbers and leads the Rams to a Super Bowl title. Expect more of the same this year, as Allen Robinson is a more than adequate replacement for Robert Woods.

Jason Wood on May 24: Goedert is good, but not great. He does most things well, but with A.J. Brown added to the mix along with 2021 Heisman Trophy winner Devonta Smith progressing, Goedert's ceiling is capped. The Eagles won't have the passing volume to support multiple receiving options on a weekly basis.

Jason Wood on May 23: Wilson wasn't a top-10 fantasy quarterback last year, breaking an eight-year streak. But as we've seen from Tom Brady and Matthew Stafford, veteran quarterbacks can light it up immediately in new surroundings. The Broncos' supporting cast is capable of powerhouse productivity, and Wilson will be re-energized as he pushes for another title.

Jason Wood on May 23: The Eagles fully committed to the run as the season progressed, and it turned their fortunes around. But then they traded for A.J. Brown and paid him $25 million per season. Will the coaches unleash Hurts and the passing attack this year? I'm not betting on it, but Hurts rushing prowess gives him a top-10 floor, if healthy.

Jason Wood on May 23: Rodgers has delivered efficient, elite production over many coaching, system, and personnel iterations. While Davante Adams' departure hurts, it would be silly to discount Rodgers much lower than the end of the QB1 tier.

Jason Wood on May 23: Lawrence's rookie season wasn't bad, it was abysmal. Few rookies in NFL history have had that kind of season and amounted to more than a league-average starter for their careers. But the Urban Meyer effect cannot be discounted, and many will be tempted to give Lawrence a do-over. Caveat emptor, but don't completely rule out a comeback for the ages.

Jason Wood on May 24: Schultz lacks the athleticism of his TE1 peers, but no one can argue with his role or productivity. Dallas franchised him because he's become a vital piece of the league's No. 1 scoring offense.

Jason Wood on May 23: Most of us are assuming Lance will be the Week 1 starter, but the 49ers still have Garoppolo, so we need to let training camp give us guidance on how to value Lance in redrafts.

Jason Wood on May 23: While the Dolphins were allegedly machinating for everyone from Tom Brady to Deshaun Watson, the chips fell in favor of building around Tagovailoa. The team has given the young quarterback a loaded receiving corps, so no more excuses. It's put up or shut up in 2022.

Jason Wood on May 23: On paper, the Bears have a terrible receiving corps and subpar offensive line. Is the new front office committed to building around the young signal caller? I'm not sure, and you shouldn't be, either. Draft Fields as a high-ceiling QB2, not as your starter.

Jason Wood on May 23: Cousins has been a top-12 quarterback in six of the last seven seasons, including a QB9 finish last year. No one seems to want him, but he always delivers in fantasy for a discounted draft cost.

Jason Wood on May 24: Dawson Knox is a complementary piece of the Bills puzzle, not someone who presents matchup nightmares for opposing defensive coordinators. But as long as the Bills continue to sling the ball around at a breakneck pace, Knox will have low-end starter value.

Jason Wood on May 23: Mac Jones only threw 22 touchdowns in 17 games and offers next to nothing as a rusher. With the Patriots not having an offensive coordinator on staff, and only Devante Parker being added to the receiving room, Jones' doesn't have a top-10 ceiling even if things fall perfectly.

Jason Wood on May 24: Gesicki set career marks for targets, receptions, and yards last season but the touchdown luck (2) offset his growth. Assuming positive touchdown regression, Gesicki could sneak into the top-10 conversation. However, adding Tyreek Hill to the mix makes Gesicki a low-priority target in most game scripts.

Jason Wood on May 23: Zach Wilson's rookie season wasn't as bad as Trevor Lawrence's, but it wasn't good, either. When the likes of Josh Johnson are putting up better numbers in the system, we need to tread carefully.

Jason Wood on May 24: Hunter Henry's early career injuries cast a shadow over him, and provide a compelling discount on draft day. The Patriots threw huge money at Henry and Jonnu Smith last offseason, but 2021 proved it was Henry who deserved the paycheck. In an offense without bonafide playmakers, Henry remains a viable TE1 in most league formats.

Jason Wood on May 23: Another season, another year when Tom Brady can be had rounds cheaper than he should. Yes, he's 45 years old. Yes, he retired for thirty seconds this offseason. Who cares? He threw for 5,300 yards and 43 touchdowns last year, and all the key pieces return for another run at the Super Bowl.

Jason Wood on May 23: Julio Jones and A.J. Brown weren't the dynamic duo some expected, and now both are gone. A recovering Robert Woods and rookie Traylon Burks will have trouble matching Brown and company's production, at least in 2022. Tannehill is on the downtrend but his rushing upside keeps him in the low-end QB1 tier until further notice.

Jason Wood on May 24: Ertz looked like his old self after a few weeks in Arizona, and the Cardinals decided to keep him around for a few more seasons. Arizona spreads the ball around, but with Christian Kirk gone and Deandre Hopkins suspended for half the season, Ertz could have a strong start to the season.

Jason Wood on May 23: The front office seemed to reluctantly re-sign Winston after higher-end alternatives fell through, which isn't a resounding endorsement. He'll continue being a streaky player who's hard to trust in weekly lineups.

Jason Wood on May 23: Few quarterbacks have been as erratic as Ryan. In 14 seasons, Ryan has as a top-3 quarterback twice, and outside the Top 10 six times. He's coming off a QB17 finish in Atlanta, but the team was bereft of talent and stuck in neutral. Now he's a Colt and should return to top-10 to 14 value if he stays healthy.

Jason Wood on May 24: Injuries are a massive concern, but Smith has flashed in limited playing time. The Vikings remain committed to him based on their lack of alternative moves in free agency or the draft. If Smith is healthy and productive in the preseason, he's worth targeting as a breakout. But he has to stay on the practice field, or he's ignorable.

Jason Wood on May 23: Mitch Trubisky is more than capable of starting, too, so the Steelers have the luxury of keeping Pickett on the bench until he's ready. Whether that's Week 1, Week 10, or 2023 remains to be seen.

Jason Wood on May 23: Mills was an afterthought this time a year ago, but the Texans committed to him early and his rookie season panned out well. We don't yet know if he can elevate a team to playoff contention, but he's certainly unlikely to be a total whiff, either.

Jason Wood on May 23: Carr will be the darling expert pick this year with Josh McDaniels taking over and Davante Adams acquired. While Carr is capable of a QB1 season, don't overvalue the offseason changes particularly because Carr offers nothing as a runner. Carr has never cracked the Top 10 in eight seasons; history doesn't offer many comparable QBs who break out in their ninth year as a starter.

Jason Wood on May 24: Higbee had another solid season, and his role as a complementary piece should be intact for another few seasons. But he's far enough along in his career to know the chances of a TE1-breakout campaign are unlikely.

Jason Wood on May 23: 19 touchdowns in 14 games and a QB24 ranking tell the story. The Lions aren't going to morph into a high-volume passing attack with Goff under center, but contractually they probably aren't willing to give up on him yet.

Jason Wood on May 23: Can Brian Daboll and his staff unlock Daniel Jones' potential? Don't count on it, particularly because Daboll has several unsuccessful stints as a play-caller on his resume before he had the privilege of coordinating an offense with Josh Allen.

Jason Wood on May 23: Ridder is raw and there are no guarantees he'll evolve into a long-term starter. But the Falcons have no incentive not to give him a try later this season because Marcus Mariota certainly isn't the answer beyond a one-year stopgap.

Jason Wood on May 23: In a league that puts inordinate value on starting quarterbacks, it speaks volumes Wentz has been traded away twice in two seasons. The Commanders have intriguing skill players, so view Wentz as a QB2 with upside in advantageous matchups.

Jason Wood on May 23: Garoppolo was expected to have a new home by now, but an injury clouded his market. There's no indication the 49ers are backing off plans to make Trey Lance the starter, but Jimmy G could still be the answer for a handful of needy teams in the coming months.

Jason Wood on May 23: Is Mitch Trubisky the latest Matt Flynn? After backing up Josh Allen, Trubisky seemed to have won a new lease on life as the Steelers new starter. But then the team drafted Kenny Pickett and now Trubisky realistically has a few months to prove he can start elsewhere in 2023.

Jason Wood on May 23: Mariota bided his time as the Raiders backup and looks to be an unexpected beneficiary of the quarterback carousel. When the dust settled, he was the best-available option for Arthur Smith and the Falcons. But Desmond Ridder will almost certainly be given a chance to win the job as the season progresses.

Jason Wood on May 23: The coaches said Geno Smith had the early edge on Drew Lock in minicamp. If the young signal-caller can't look better than Geno Smith in non-contact drills, he has almost no hope for fantasy relevance.

Jason Wood on May 23: Love is still one Aaron Rodgers injury away from piloting a contender. But with Davante Adams gone, it's hard to imagine Love being fantasy relevant even if his number is called.

Jason Wood on May 23: Taylor is an experienced, steady presence and excellent locker room influence. Giants fans hope upon hope he won't see the field this year because that means Brian Daboll has given up on Daniel Jones.

Jason Wood on May 23: Darnold knows he's not wanted in Carolina, and yet the Panthers waited until the third round to draft the mercurial Matt Corral. No one believes Darnold will be the starter, yet for now, he seems the obvious choice.

Jason Wood on May 23: Andy Dalton is making a career out of being the guy looking over someone else's shoulder. Jameis Winston is hardly secure in his job, so don't be shocked if Dalton takes the field for New Orleans in 2022.

Jason Wood on May 24: Brissett is an experienced backup and capable of at least keeping the Browns afloat in a run-heavy approach if Deshaun Watson is given a lengthy suspension.

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Jason Wood on May 24: After years of holding a clipboard, we caught a glimpse of Rush's ability to manage the Cowboys offense last year, and he looked terrific.

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Jason Wood on May 23: The Seahawks may still be in the market for another veteran, but veteran Smith has the edge on the Week 1 starting job heading into training camp.