Flock Fantasy on Michael Pittman

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Michael Pittman Jr. is no longer in Indianapolis... Michael Pittman Jr. ultimately averaged 11.9 fantasy points per game last season. It's not like there are 1,000 targets all of a sudden being unaccounted for.

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Michael Pittman Jr. averaged 11.9 fantasy points per game last season before being traded to Pittsburgh, but his departure does not free up 1,000 targets for Josh Downs or other Colts receivers.

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Pittman signed to $59M extension as Steelers' No. 2 receiver after 485 catches in Indy.

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Pittman brought in as credible No. 2 to draw coverage from Metcalf.

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Michael PittmanPositiveRole

Pittman Jr. acquired as proven starter opposite DK Metcalf under McCarthy.

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Michael PittmanNeutralRole

Pittman is one of Steelers' top two receivers in 2026.

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Limited preseason reps raise readiness concerns for Pittman in Week 1.

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Michael PittmanPositiveValue

Pittman's 100+ target history and Rodgers' short-area preference make him safe-floor value at $4,900.

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