Fantasy football: Where to draft Miami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle

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Miami Dolphins WR Jaylen Waddle has been impressive in his 3 NFL seasons. Waddle was taken with the 6th overall pick by the Dolphins in the 2021 NFL Draft after playing his collegiate ball at Alabama. Waddle has yet to have a Pro Bowl selection, but has topped 1,000 yards in each of his NFL campaigns. Below, we look at Jaylen Waddle’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, Waddle, along with the Dolphins offense, is expected to be electric. They have one of the quickest attacks in the NFL, and Waddle plays a key role in that. Ideally, Waddle could be a top-15 receiver. The speedster has intriguing fantasy value heading into the new season.

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Jaylen Waddle’s ADP: 39.08

(ADP data courtesy of MyFantasyLeague.com; last updated at time of this publishing – ADPs continually change as more drafts occur)

Waddle’s 39.08 ADP in redraft leagues puts him in the range of 3rd to 4th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP is behind teammates WR Tyreek Hill (4.35) and RB De’Von Achane (26.59).

Among all wideouts, Waddle’s ADP ranks him 18th at the position. behind Houston’s Nico Collins (35.19), Tampa Bay’s Mike Evans (34.26), Giants rookie Malik Nabers (34.19) and San Franicsco’s Deebo Samuel (33.23). He’s slightly above Chicago’s DJ Moore (39.73) and Indianapolis’ Michael Pittman (40.31).

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Jaylen Waddle’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 14

Receptions | targets: 72 | 104

Receiving yards: 1,014

Receiving touchdowns: 4

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Where should you draft Waddle?

Waddle’s fantasy value should get a boost this season, at least to start, with QB Tua Tagovailoa healthy. Tagovailoa’s presence and knowledge of the system helps create one of the most pass-heavy and fast-paced offenses in the NFL. While Hill’s presence will be the black cloud of Waddle’s use, the former is bound to get double teamed and require safety help which should help Waddle consistency get one-on-one looks.

The Dolphins don’t have a go-to tight end option and don’t have much other receiver depth, so Waddle’s numbers should stay consistent. He’s hit at least 1,000 receivers yards in each of his 3 NFL seasons, showing his reliability for fantasy managers.

Waddle may not be the go-to option, but he should see plenty of work. Draft Waddle in the mid-to-late 4th round. Don’t reach for him here though. He should be good for 70-plus catches and 1,000-plus yards, making him a solid 4th-round option.

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