FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Dontayvion Wicks

Podcast10 Fantasy Football Questions That Will Define 2026: Sleepers, Breakouts & Draf...September 5, 2026

From the episode

Wicks, the problem has not been his ability from a route running and separation standpoint. He's been a darling in deeper metrics of the last two years

Mentioned at 16:51 – 20:13

STACKED’s take

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Wicks is a high-upside breakout candidate with elite route-running metrics.

Derek Brown identifies Dontaevion Wicks as a prime breakout candidate and late-round flyer. Wicks has elite underlying metrics, ranking 3rd and 24th in separation and 6th and 7th in route win rate over the last two years. If he secures a full-time role as the X-receiver, his talent could lead to a significant fantasy impact.