2024 fantasy football draft advice – Page 8

Fantasy football: Where to draft Houston Texans WR Nico Collins

Analyzing Houston Texans WR Nico Collins’ 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Houston Texans WR Nico Collins is entering his 4th year in the NFL. Selected in the 3rd round of the 2021 NFL Draft, Collins saw major improvements in the 2023-24 season, setting career highs in targets, receptions, yards, and touchdowns. Below, we look at Nico Collins’ 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, he is expected to take another big step in his development and ideally will become a household name, becoming a top wide receiver in the league. The young wideout has a lot of promise in terms of fantasy value.

WIN YOUR FANTASY FOOTBALL LEAGUE!
The Huddle has been turning players like you into winners for over 25 years. This season, it’s your turn. Custom fantasy football rankings, sleepers and tools are just a click away. Save 25% off the Internet’s best-kept secret. Subscribe now!

Nico Collins’ ADP: 33.69

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

Collins has an ADP of 33.69 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the range of the 3rd to 5th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP is higher than his teammate Stefon Diggs‘ (36.58), though.

Among wide receivers, Collins’ ADP puts him 15th at the position, behind the likes of Mike Evans (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 31.16), Drake London (Atlanta Falcons, 30.25), Deebo Samuel (San Francisco 49ers, 29.98) and Cooper Kupp (Las Angeles Rams, 26.76) and ahead of Malik Nabers (New York Giants, 37.76).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Nico Collins’ 2023-24 stats

Games: 15

Receptions | targets: 80 | 109

Receiving yards: 1,297

Receiving touchdowns: 8

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Collins?

Collins should see another bump in his value this year with the arrival of Diggs, who will draw continual attention away from him. Seeing a significant bump in his stats from the year prior, Collins is primed for another big year.

The Texans offense also added RB Joe Mixon, who provides experience and shiftiness to complement an offense that is captained by QB C.J. Stroud.

Draft Collins slightly after Samuel, but don’t let him fall out of the 4th round in 10-team leagues. When healthy, he’s good for more than 90 catches and 1,200-plus yards. He’ll even more valuable in PPR leagues because of his expected increase in targets.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr.

Analyzing Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr.’s 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. has been impressive in his 2 NFL seasons since being selected 98th overall (3rd round) in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Alabama. Robinson Jr. made an instant impact as a rookie. He built upon that in his 2nd season, becoming a receiving threat, too.

The 25-year-old will again battle for snaps but is the opening-week starting running back for Washington. Below, we look at Brian Robinson Jr.’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Robinson Jr. is expected to start and should see a similar role as last season. Ideally, he will be able to increase his production and be a top-20 running back. The pass-catching back is intriguing in terms of fantasy value.

Brian Robinson Jr.’s ADP: 82.90

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

Robinson Jr.’s 82.90 ADP in redraft leagues puts him in the range of late 7th to 11th round depending on the size of the league. His ADP ranks 3rd on the Commanders behind WR Terry McLaurin (65.83) and rookie QB Jayden Daniels (75.84) and just ahead of backup RB Austin Ekeler (86.35).

Among running backs, Robinson Jr.’s ADP puts him 30th at the position, behind the Giants’ Devin Singletary (81.40), Denver’s Javonte Williams (72.17) and Tennessee’s Tony Pollard (70.49). Ekeler is 31st and the Chargers’ Gus Edwards (87.97) is 32nd.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Brian Robinson Jr.’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 15

Carries | rushing yards: 178 | 733

Rushing touchdowns: 5

Receptions | receiving yards: 36 | 368

Receiving touchdowns: 4

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Robinson Jr.?

Robinson Jr. is listed as the No. 1 RB on the Commanders’ depth chart, but he’s going to split a good chunk of the snaps with Ekeler. There may not be that many to share either. The Commanders finished 4-13 last season at the bottom of the NFC East, scoring just 19.4 points per game — which ranked 25th of the 32 organizations.

They drafted Daniels with the No. 2 overall pick, hoping the QB out of LSU will turn around the franchise. However, the Commanders offense will likely struggle to stay on the field this season, especially with an offensive line ranked last in the NFL by Action Network.

Robinson Jr. ran for 733 yards last season, 64 fewer than his rookie campaign — and he played 3 more games in 2023-24. He did have 27 more receptions, but with Ekeler’s main contribution being as a receiver, Robinson Jr. likely won’t see as many passes come his way.

This is a situation to stay away from as the offensive line is awful, which likely results in the both the running backs and quarterback struggling to find traction.

Draft Robinson Jr. in the early 9th round. His ADP is accurate and may even be a bit inflated. The 25-year-old has talent, but the team around him likely won’t produce, which diminishes much of his fantasy value.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Houston Texans WR Stefon Diggs

Analyzing Houston Texans WR Stefon Diggs’ 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Houston Texans WR Stefon Diggs has had an impressive 9 years in the NFL. Selected in the 5th round in the 2015 NFL Draft, Diggs has been nominated to 4 Pro Bowls in each of his last 4 seasons and was a 1st-team All-Pro in 2020. Below, we look at Stefon Diggs’ 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, he is expected to take on a new roll as a veteran receiver on a young Texans team. The superstar wideout will be a solid member of any fantasy team.

Stefon Diggs’ ADP: 36.58

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

Diggs has an ADP of 36.58 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the range of the 3rd to 5th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP is lower than his teammate Nico Collins‘ (33.69), though.

Among wide receivers, Diggs’ ADP puts him 16th at the position, above the likes of DJ Moore (Chicago Bears, 37.49), Malik Nabers (New York Giants, 37.76), Jaylen Waddle (Miami Dolphins, 40.34), and Michael Pittman Jr. (Indianapolis Colts, 40.50).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Stefon Diggs’ 2023-24 stats

Games: 17

Receptions | targets: 160 | 107

Receiving yards: 1,183

Receiving touchdowns: 8

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Diggs?

Diggs’ fantasy value may change from years past with his arrival in Houston. While he will still be among C.J. Stroud‘s top targets, he is joining a receiver core that includes Collins and WR Tank Dell.

Diggs will still see his fair share of targets and will be a critical part of the Texans’ high-octane offense. The addition of RB Joe Mixon will also help to open up the offense and increases Diggs’ value.

Draft Diggs in the 4th round. While he is still among the premier wideouts in the league, Houston will have a lot of different options, which will ultimately diminish his role as the top receiver. He can still be trusted to bring in solid numbers and will be a good addition to a team, but he may not be as consistent as years past. Do not let him fall out of the 5th round.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley

Analyzing Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley’s 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley has found a new home after spending his first 6 NFL seasons with the New York Giants. Barkley, who topped 1,300 rushing yards in 2 of those seasons, has been to 2 Pro Bowls and was the 2018 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. He has also had 40-plus receptions in 5 seasons. Below, we look at Saquon Barkley’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering the new season, Barkley is expected to be a fantasy stud, having joined a run-heavy offense. Ideally, he will be a top-10 running back in the league. The star back is definitely intriguing in terms of fantasy value.

Saquon Barkley’s ADP: 12.71

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

Barkley’s 12.71 ADP in redraft leagues, which puts him just outside the 1st round of 12-team leagues. His ADP is 2nd among the Eagles — WR A.J. Brown (11.33) is 1st and QB Jalen Hurts is 3rd.

Among running backs, Barkley’s ADP puts him 5th at the position, behind the San Francisco’s Christian McCaffrey (1.94), who is No. 1 overall, Atlanta’s Bijan Robinson Jr. (5.75), the Jets’ Breece Hall (6.37) and Indianapolis’ Jonathan Taylor (11.62). Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs (15.92) and the Rams’ Kyren Williams (18.90) are 6th and 7th, respectively.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Saquon Barkley’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 14

Carries | rushing yards: 247 | 962

Rushing touchdowns: 6

Receptions | receiving yards: 41 | 280

Receiving touchdowns: 4

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Barkley?

Barkley’s fantasy value will get a boost from leaving the inconsistent Giants offense and joining a dynamic Eagles attack. Led by Hurts and a slew of elite coaching minds, Philadelphia should be posed to be among the strongest offenses in the NFL.

The lack of competition will also help Barkley’s fantasy value. He should be a true 3-down back and can catch out of the backfield as well, which will increase his fantasy stock. The only issue with Barkley is where he’s being selected. After a down season in his final Giants campaign, expectations are rightfully high.

With Philly, Barkley can be expected to have 1,200-plus rushing yards, 10-plus touchdowns and 40-plus receptions. He’ll be on the field for the majority of the offensive snaps on a team that averaged 25.5 points per game a season ago. Barkley should remain a high-volume player.

Draft Barkley in the mid-1st round of standard leagues and let him drop into the late 1st or early 2nd in PPR formats where a player like Jets WR Garrett Wilson may have more value. In a high-octane offense, Barkley could be primed for the best season of his career.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts

Analyzing Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts’ 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts has been impressive in 4 NFL seasons. Selected in the 2nd round of the 2020 NFL Draft, Hurts is a two-time Pro Bowler and won the Bert Bell Award in 2022. Below, we look at Jalen Hurts‘ 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, he is expected to continue to lead the Philadelphia offense to the postseason while maintaining his stature as a top QB in the league. The dual-threat captain is intriguing in terms of fantasy value.

Jalen Hurts’ ADP: 28.10

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

Hurts has an ADP of 28.10 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the range of the 3rd to 4th round, depending on the size of the league.

Among QBs, Hurts’ ADP puts him 3rd at the position, behind Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs, 26.78) and Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills, 21.93) and in front of Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens, 35.42) and C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans, 46.86).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Jalen Hurts’ 2023-24 stats

Games: 17

Passing yards: 3,858

Completions | attempts: 352 | 538

Passing touchdowns: 23

Interceptions: 15

Carries | rushing yards: 157 | 605

Rushing touchdowns: 15

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Hurts?

Hurts fantasy value may be impacted this season by the retirement of C Jason Kelcewho was the anchor of the unstoppable tush-push. However, Philadelphia and Hurts will find new ways to replicate its success.

Hurts will still produce through the air and on the ground which is beneficial for any fantasy owner. The Eagles offense, including WRs A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith and former Giants RB Saquon Barkley, is expected to be among the best in the league.

Draft Hurts in the 3rd round after securing a WR1 and RB1. Drafting him early will make a difference thanks to his dual-threat ability and Philly’s use of the QB sneak in goal-line situations. When healthy, he’s good for 3,800 yards and 20+ TDs through the air and 550+ yards and 12+ TDs on the ground.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Analyzing Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has been impressive in 6 NFL seasons. The 4th-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft was the Offensive Rookie of the Year that season and has been selected to 3 Pro Bowls. Below, we look at Dak Prescott’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Prescott is expected to continue his dominant play in 2024 and cement his name as one of the top QBs in the league. The dual-threat signal-caller is intriguing in terms of fantasy value.

Dak Prescott’s ADP: 60.16

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

Prescott has an ADP of 60.16 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the range of the 6th to 8th round, depending on the size of the league.

Among quarterbacks, Prescott’s ADP puts him 8th at the position, behind the likes of Anthony Richardson (Indianapolis Colts, 55.14), Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals, 53.34), C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans, 46.86) and Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens, 35.42).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Dak Prescott’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 17

Passing yards: 4,516

Completions | attempts: 410 | 590

Passing touchdowns: 36

Interceptions: 9

Carries | rushing yards: 55 | 242

Rushing touchdowns: 2

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Prescott?

Those who draft Prescott should see similar figures to his stats of last year. While the Cowboys lost RB Tony Pollard in the offseason, RB Ezekiel Elliott returned which will help fill Pollard’s absence. Dallas also just signed WR CeeDee Lamb to a 4-year extension which will also bolster Prescott’s stats.

Prescott becomes a solid fantasy option when including his dual-threat abilities as well. His tendency to escape the pocket and pick up yards with his legs adds points to his fantasy owner’s team. That, combined with minimal interceptions, will make Prescott a solid pickup at QB.

Draft Prescott as early as the 4th round, but certainly don’t let him fall out of the 6th or 7th round in 10-team leagues. When healthy, he’s good for 4,400+ yards and 35+ TDs.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Las Vegas Raiders QB Gardner Minshew

Analyzing Las Vegas Raiders QB Gardner Minshew’s 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Las Vegas Raiders QB Gardner Minshew II earned his first Pro Bowl appearance after starting 13 games for the Indianapolis Colts a season ago. Taken in the 6th round of the 2019 NFL Draft, Minshew was originally selected 178th overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars and made a name for himself there in 2019. He eventually found his way to Philadelphia for two seasons and then to Indy for 1 before ending up with the Raiders.

Below, we look at Gardner Minshew’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Entering 2024, Minshew will not be the among the highest-taken QBs, but he has been efficient, consistent, and productive over the years. The dual-threat signal-caller is intriguing in terms of fantasy value.

Gardner Minshew’s ADP: 145.63

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

Minshew has an ADP of 145.63 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the 13th to 19th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP is behind teammate RB Dylan Laube (136.88).

Among quarterbacks, Minshew’s ADP puts him 33rd at the position, behind Derek Carr (New Orleans Saints, 136.81), Will Levis (Tennessee Titans, 137.43) and Bryce Young (Carolina Panthers, 143.56) and slightly ahead of Russell Wilson (Pittsburgh Steelers, 152.27), Jacoby Brissett (New England Patriots, 158.73) and Justin Fields (Pittsburgh Steelers), 160.57.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Gardner Minshew’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 17

Passing yards: 3,305

Completions | attempts: 305 | 490

Passing touchdowns: 15

Interceptions: 9

Carries | rushing yards: 34 | 100

Rushing touchdowns: 3

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Minshew?

Minshew’s fantasy value isn’t much, but in some leagues, he does bring tremendous value.

In 2 of his 5 seasons in the league, Minshew finished as a top-26 QB. He finished as a top-21 fantasy QB in both seasons in which he topped 10 starts. Minshew might not get much publicity, but he is consistent.

Minshew has a 62.6% completion rate as well. The Raiders are expected to be among the worst teams in the NFL, but Minshew has stars like TE Brock Bowers and WR Davante Adams, both of which can make plays. Minshew has a starting spot locked up which is more than many QB1s can say.

Minshew has thrown for north of 3,200 yards when he’s started 10 or more games. He is consistent, and he can contribute to your team. Minshew might be a low-end QB2 in the fantasy ranks, but he’s worthy of being taken in 2-QB leagues. Minshew is also worth a look in superflex leagues and should taken higher than many of his similarly-ranked peers like Young and Wilson.

Draft Minshew in the 9th round and after in 2-QB or Superflex leagues and certainly ensure he’s off the board in those styles of leagues.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert

Analyzing Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert’s 2024 fantasy football value to help you win your fantasy football league.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert has been impressive in his 4 NFL seasons, but that hasn’t translated to team success. Taken 6th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, Herbert was the 2020 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year and was selected to the Pro Bowl in the 2021 season. Since then, Herbert’s record is 15-15, and his teams have struggled to win consistently.

Herbert could take a sizable leap forward in his progression over last season. He has top-5 QB potential, but didn’t live up to the hype last season. Below, we look at Justin Herbert’s 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Justin Herbert’s ADP: 118.17

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

Herbert has an ADP of 118.17 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the 10th to 15th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP his lower than that of multiple teammates, including Derwin James (108.50).

Among quarterbacks, Herbert’s ADP puts him 22nd at the position, behind Bo Nix (Denver Broncos, 112.94), Spencer Rattler (New Orleans Saints, 108.16) and Aaron Rodgers (New York Jets, 109.38), and slightly ahead of Kirk Cousins (Atlanta Falcons, 121.04) and Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams, 120.37).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Justin Herbert’s 2023-24 stats

Games: 13

Passing yards: 3,134

Completions | attempts: 297 | 456

Passing touchdowns: 20

Interceptions: 7

Carries | rushing yards: 52 | 228

Rushing touchdowns: 3

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Herbert?

The Chargers lost both their starting running back and top receiving threat this offseason. While that sounds debilitating, it should mean that they rely on Herbert’s playmaking even more.

The 6-foot-6 Herbert was the 2nd-best fantasy QB in 2021, throwing for 38 TDs and north of 5,000 yards. That player is in there somewhere, but the last few seasons, he failed to top 25 TDs. Herbert has the arm strength and the accuracy with a career completion percentage of 66.6%.

The better question is can he return to his previous form without superstars around him? Some of that will depend on the development of WR Ladd McConkey, who was taken with the 34th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Regardless of McConkey’s impact, Herbert should be able to bounce back, and if he stays healthy, he should be able to give managers a good return on investment.

Given his past success and the fact he’ll be at full strength at the start of the season, draft Herbert higher than his ADP and feel free to reach for him in 2-QB leagues. His banged-up 2023 campaign shouldn’t reflect on what is to come. Take Herbert in the 7th or 8th round of standard leagues after most top-tier QBs have flown off the board.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix

Analyzing Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix’s 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix had an incredibly impressive college resume which helped him get selected 12th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. Nix played 3 seasons with the Auburn Tigers before spending his last 2 with the Oregon Ducks, throwing for 15,351 yards and 113 TDs with 26 INTs in his 61-game career.

Nix is primed to be the Week 1 starter for the Broncos and is said to be the perfect fit for the Sean Payton-led Broncos offense. Ideally, he’ll be a star in the offense, but realistically, his ceiling this season could be a top-15 QB. The signal caller is intriguing in terms of fantasy value. Below, we look at Bo Nix’s 2021 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Bo Nix’s ADP: 112.94

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

Nix has an ADP of 112.94 in redraft leagues, which puts him in the range of the 10th to 15th round, depending on the size of the league. His ADP is lower than his teammate, WR Courtland Sutton (101.54), though.

Among quarterbacks, Nix’s ADP puts him 21st at the position, behind Michael Penix Jr. (Atlanta Falcons, 110.28), Spencer Rattler (New Orleans Saints, 108.16) and Aaron Rodgers (New York Jets, 109.38), and slightly ahead of Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers, 118.17), Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams, 120.37) and Kirk Cousins (Atlanta Falcons, 121.04).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Bo Nix’s 2023 Oregon stats

Games: 14

Passing yards: 4,508

Completions | attempts: 364 | 470

Passing touchdowns: 45

Interceptions: 3

Carries | rushing yards: 54 | 234

Rushing touchdowns: 6

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Nix?

Nix has been named the starter in Denver, and it’ll be the 1st time in almost 2 decades as a head coach that Payton will have a rookie start at QB to open the season. Nix has the arm strength and capability to be a star at the NFL level, but transferring that success from college is easier said than done.

He has a few weapons, but the team lost WR Jerry Jeudy in the offseason and didn’t do much to replace him. The team doesn’t have a main receiving threat at tight end or running back which could hamper Nix’s success as well.

The lack of talent around Nix could bring for a slow start to his rookie season. He’s going to get playing time and plenty of reps because he’s the best option in Denver, but making that a feasible option in fantasy is unlikely to happen in 2024.

Most managers taking Nix as a top-25 QB are priming for him to be a star in future years for dynasty leagues. He has some potential, but the weapons around him aren’t the best, and neither is his offensive line, which Action Network ranked the 16th-best line in the league.

Nix didn’t have many turnovers during his final season at Oregon and really sharpened his play after struggling in his 2nd and 3rd seasons at Auburn. He might not be a turnover machine, but he likely also won’t thrive like his current ADP is expecting him to.

If it is a standard, non-dynasty, non-multi-keeper league, let Nix go undrafted or take him late as your QB2. He has the upside to start should there be limited QB options, but he ultimately shouldn’t be expected to put up big numbers as a rookie.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @nathanbeighle_ on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]

Fantasy football: Where to draft Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes

Analyzing Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes’ 2024 fantasy football ADP and where to target him in fantasy drafts.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

We’re hurtling toward the 2024 NFL season, and fantasy managers can once again expect Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to be elite. It’s a scary thought, but the 3-time Super Bowl winner might have one of his deepest receiver corps yet.

It’s amazing, really, as Mahomes was able to lead a team to another championship with a then rookie WR Rashee Rice last season. Yes, he has future Hall of Fame TE Travis Kelce, but the rest of the receiver corps was subpar. The Chiefs management worked hard to change that room dramatically.

The team used the 28th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft to nab WR Xavier Worthy, while acquiring WR Marquise Brown in the offseason. The latter suffered a sternoclavicular joint dislocation early in preseason, but he should be back before too long. As long as Rice doesn’t face disciplinary action for an off-the-field traffic transgression, this is the deepest receiver room Mahomes has had in a while.

Below, we look at Patrick Mahomes’ 2024 fantasy football average draft position (ADP) and where you should draft him.

Patrick Mahomes’ ADP: 26.78

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

It should go without saying, but Mahomes is an elite fantasy option who should be the 1st or 2nd signal caller off of the draft board in all formats.

His ADP is 26.78, which puts him 2nd at the position behind only Buffalo’s Josh Allen (21.93). He checks in slightly ahead of Philadelphia’s Jalen Hurts (28.10), Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson (35.42), Indianpolis’ Anthony Richardson (55.14) and Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow (55.34).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Patrick Mahomes’ 2023-24 stats

Games: 16

Passing yards: 4,183

Completions | attempts: 401 | 597

Passing touchdowns: 27

Interceptions: 14

Carries | rushing yards: 75 | 389

Rushing touchdowns: 0

FOOTBALL NEVER STOPS
Live games, analysis and more 7 days a week: Get ESPN+

Where should you draft Mahomes?

Looking at the stats for Mahomes, you have to marvel not only at his consistency, but also at his durability. He has missed just 4 games across the past 6 seasons. In addition, Mahomes has recorded at least 390 completions in 4 consecutive seasons, and he has eclipsed 4,000 passing yards in 6 straight campaigns.

What’s more, Mahomes actually set a career high with a 67.2% completion percentage in 2023, although, he also set a high with 14 INTs, too. And while no one will confuse Mahomes with Baltimore’s Jackson or Philadelphia’s Hurts, the Chiefs signal caller was able to set a new career best with 389 rushing yards and 75 attempts.

And, while Mahomes has some rather amazing numbers, how about the fact he hasn’t lost a fumble since the 2021 season, and he has just 2 lost fumbles in 6 full seasons as a starter.

Fantasy managers are going to start sniffing around Mahomes late in Round 2 in leagues of 12 or more teams. He is just an outstanding fantasy option, and he has put up giant numbers in the past with much, much less of a supporting cast. There is no way he lasts past Round 3 in any format, so if you want him, be ready early on draft day.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3472]