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NegativeMatchupNov 6, 2026
Wilson's targets hovered around 20% for three weeks after the Marvin Harrison trade but returned to normal (36.8% target share) against Dallas, even splitting time between Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. However, expectations should be lowered for Week 9 against Seattle due to QB concerns: Minshew has a 23.0% pressure-to-sack ratio and -1.27 CPOE compared to Brissett's 18.3% and +0.26, and Seattle generates the second-highest pressure rate on enemy QB dropbacks. Minshew's limited practice time as starter compounds the risk.NegativeProjectionNov 5, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Michael Wilson as WR26 for Week 9, placing him in the Hate category for the Drew Lock vs. Arizona matchup.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
With Jacoby Brissett traded and Carson Beck likely to take over as Arizona's quarterback, the source warns that things could quickly go south for Michael Wilson. The source suggests considering what can be obtained for Wilson in a trade while his value remains intact, given the uncertainty around Beck's ability to support the offense.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
Michael Wilson's Week 9 projection is downgraded to 9.0 PPR points from a season average of 10.8 PPG, indicating a meaningful reduction in expected output for the week.PositiveMatchupNov 4, 2026
Wilson is downgraded despite elite usage last week (22.8 fantasy points, 8-111-1 receiving, 15 targets, 64% air yard share, 75% end-zone target share, 100 Utilization Score) because he faces the Seahawks, who rank No. 1 in fewest fantasy points allowed to WRs (18.5). Wilson has done almost nothing in three games against Seattle since last year (3.7 fantasy points per game, 9-67-0 receiving, 20 targets). He is playing through a rib injury with poor season efficiency (6.0 yards per target), and the Cardinals face offensive line injuries (LT Jayden Williams knee, RG Jon Gaines ankle) with Gardner Minshew as new starter.NegativeProjectionNov 4, 2026
Ranked 23rd among WRs in Matthew Freedman's Week 9 rankings; faces Seattle defense.NegativeProjectionNov 1, 2026
Michael Wilson is ranked 39th in Matthew Berry's Week 8 rankings.PositiveValueOct 31, 2026
Michael Wilson is mentioned as a potential buy-low candidate alongside Chase Brown and Justin Jefferson, though limited detail is provided in the source.PositiveMatchupOct 31, 2026
Kendall Valenzuela expects Michael Wilson to benefit from Jacoby Brissett's favorable matchup against the Cowboys defense, which ranks 31st in pass EPA and 29th in pass success rate.PositiveUsageOct 30, 2026
Wilson has earned at least seven targets in every game this season (7th at the position), accounting for +23% of Arizona's targets, air yards, and receiving yards; his production oscillates with QB play quality rather than being negatively affected by Marvin Harrison's departure.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Wilson is a WR2 play against Dallas' single-high coverage. The Cowboys play single-high on 60% of coverage snaps, and Wilson has averaged 2.11 YPRR against those looks this season, earning a target on 36% of his 114 routes. Against two-high, his target rate falls to 15.7% with just 0.99 YPRR. Dallas' outside corners have a D in coverage grades. Wilson runs 81% of his routes outside, which aligns well with Dallas' single-high scheme.PositiveValueOct 29, 2026
Wilson's production (9.1 fantasy points per game, 37-375-1 receiving, 66 targets) and efficiency (5.7 yards per target) have lagged this season, but his usage remains intact with 93% route rate, 35% air yard share, and 32% end-zone target share. The Cowboys rank No. 30 in defensive dropback EPA (0.274) and could be without multiple defensive backs (Dee Winters, Jalen Thompson, P.J. Locke). The Cardinals get an indoor matchup and one-day rest advantage, making Wilson a floor play despite modest production.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Matthew Berry receives votes for Michael Wilson at WR21 for Week 8 against Dallas; Wilson has a role or soft matchup lined up.PositiveProjectionOct 29, 2026
Wilson has a 24% target share on the season, ranking 16th in targets (8.5) and air yards (102) per contest. He is highly active in scoring position, ranking third in endzone targets per game (1.5). Despite disappointing performances (7.3, 7.2, 10.6 points in Weeks 5-7), his role has remained similar post-Marvin Harrison Jr. trade: average route depth 9.1 (vs. 8.2 pre-trade), slot snaps 15%, motion at snap 21%, play action targets 35% (vs. 21% pre-trade), in-breaking routes 24% (vs. 25% pre-trade). The source wants to lean into Wilson in a shootout-potential game against the Cowboys. The Cardinals have a higher team total than usual (23.9) as 6.4-point underdogs. Neither Dallas nor Arizona can stop the pass, opening the door for a track meet. Wilson is WR19 in Week 8 against the Cowboys with fantasy projections: Median 13.1, Ceiling 20.6, Floor 9.7.NegativeValueOct 28, 2026
Receiver Score rates Wilson at WR15 rest of season, but Receiver Score is lower at WR3 due to quarterback situation uncertainty making production harder to trust. Wilson runs nearly every route for Arizona with a mix of curl/hitch (19%) and go/fade/seam (18%) routes, plus eight end-zone targets, but Trey McBride remains the focal point and the passing game hasn't consistently converted his opportunities. Recommendation: sell after Week 8 vs Dallas.PositiveMatchupOct 28, 2026
Wilson is upgraded for Week 8 at the Cowboys despite underwhelming production (9.1 fantasy points per game, 37-375-1 receiving, 66 targets) and efficiency (5.7 yards per target). His usage remains intact (93% route rate, 35% air yard share, 32% end zone target share). The Cardinals are indoors and have a one-day edge off Monday Night Football. The Cowboys rank No. 30 in defensive dropback EPA (0.274) and could be without LB Dee Winters (calf), SS Jalen Thompson (hamstring, IR), and No. 3 S P.J. Locke (foot, IR).PositiveProjectionOct 25, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Michael Wilson as the 52nd-ranked player in his Week 7 rankings.NegativeMatchupOct 23, 2026
Wilson finished as WR51 in Week 5 with targets back up in Week 6, but facing the Rams' perimeter defense did not help him; he has now posted two WR4 finishes since Marvin Harrison Jr.'s trade announcement. Week 8 against the Cowboys may be the true test of Wilson's ability to be a WR1.NegativeMatchupOct 23, 2026
Wilson finished as WR51 in Week 6 despite targets rebounding, and facing the Rams' perimeter defense didn't do him any favors. He has now posted two WR4 finishes since the announcement that Marvin Harrison Jr. would be traded. Week 8 against the Cowboys may be the true test of Wilson's ability to be a WR1.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Wilson is ranked No. 22 among wide receivers for Week 7 in Freedman's rankings.PositiveValueOct 20, 2026
Wilson is listed among the other players to bid on in Week 7 with an 11.25% chop rate, indicating he's available on the waiver wire and worth pursuing.NegativeProjectionOct 18, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Michael Wilson at No. 39 in Week 6 fantasy football rankings.NegativeMatchupOct 17, 2026
Michael Wilson faces a tougher matchup in Week 6 against the Rams compared to Isaiah Likely's Saints matchup. While volume alone could provide a solid outing, Kendall Valenzuela prefers Likely in the better matchup for flex consideration.NegativeMatchupOct 16, 2026
Wilson's workload in Week 5 was limited (four catches for 30 yards), possibly due to Marvin Harrison Jr. going to Texans. Outside receivers have been earning targets and creating yards against other defenses (Tetairoa McMillan 45.2 PPR, Garrett Wilson 26.7, Chris Olave 28.2), but Wilson and Jacoby Brissett managed only four hookups for 30 yards. Against Rams in Week 6, matchup is unfavorable: Rams allow 2nd-fewest passing yards per game to outside WRs, 6th-highest defensive EPA per play, 5th-fewest fantasy PPG. No perimeter receiver has topped 50 yards against Rams; only three (Demarcus Robinson, Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant) got close, all requiring 20+ yard explosive gains. Brissett averages 2.4 sacks per game with 10th-lowest passing aDOT.NegativeProjectionOct 14, 2026
Michael Wilson is highlighted as one of the 8 largest downgrades in Week 6 wide receiver rankings; the source is downgrading him due to unfavorable betting factors, situational spots, disadvantageous defensive matchups, or decreased usage expectations. Wilson's current PPG is 9.9 with a Week 6 projection of 10.2.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Wilson is a primary target for the Cardinals offense and has been subject to double-team coverage by opposing defenses. In Week 5 against Detroit, the Lions doubled Wilson and McBride, which contributed to Kendrick Bourne's elevated target share (eight targets). The Rams may employ a similar strategy in Week 6.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Michael Wilson experienced a breakout in Arizona following Marvin Harrison Jr.'s injury troubles (concussion, appendicitis, foot sprains), becoming the primary receiving option. The source notes Wilson's emergence as context for Harrison's underperformance and the opportunity to acquire Harrison at a discount in dynasty leagues.NegativeRoleOct 13, 2026
Arizona ran 13 personnel on a league-high 25 plays in Week 6, which is Michael Wilson's territory. The team should continue to operate out of 12 and 13 personnel as much as anyone in football, but Bourne will still see an uptick in targets.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
Wilson stepped into a much better situation with the Cardinals as the move option, receiving higher-target-likelihood routes. The Cardinals' decision to place Wilson in the YAC role while keeping Harrison as a downfield threat suggests Wilson is a better fit for the offense and has a clearer path to target volume.PositiveRoleOct 11, 2026
Michael Wilson has been operating as Arizona's WR1 for weeks in the Puka Nacua role within Mike LaFleur's offense. With Marvin Harrison Jr. traded away, the Cardinals' already concentrated offense becomes even more concentrated, positioning Wilson to maintain his elevated role and target share.PositiveValueOct 11, 2026
Michael Wilson rises in Matthew Berry's Week 5 top 75 flex plays rankings, indicating improved valuation and fantasy relevance in the flex tier.PositiveValueOct 11, 2026
Michael Wilson rises to No. 25 in Matthew Berry's Week 5 flex rankings, reflecting upward movement in Berry's valuation of the wide receiver.PositiveProjectionOct 11, 2026
Michael Wilson rises in Matthew Berry's Week 5 top 75 flex rankings, indicating improved fantasy outlook for the week.PositiveMatchupOct 10, 2026
Michael Wilson faces the Lions in Week 5, and the stars are aligning for him. Through four weeks, only two WRs have more targets than Wilson: CeeDee Lamb and Amon-Ra St. Brown. Since Week 11 of 2025, Wilson has finished as a top-10 fantasy WR in 50% of his games. The Lions are allowing the second-most fantasy points to WRs, creating an ideal matchup scenario for Wilson.NegativeRoleOct 10, 2026
Wilson is listed as an 'Other Candidate' to trade for alongside Romeo Doubs, suggesting he is worth considering as a secondary target in trade discussions for contending teams.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Michael Wilson as WR10 for Week 5 in the DET @ ARI matchup. Detroit allows the 2nd most fantasy points to WRs, and Arizona has the highest implied team total in Week 5, positioning Wilson favorably in a high-volume passing game.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
Michael Wilson has resumed his role as the Cardinals' No. 1 WR over the past two weeks, averaging 16.7 fantasy points per game with 18 receptions for 184 yards and 1 TD on 30 targets (100 Utilization Score). He faces a pristine matchup at home indoors against the Lions, who are on their third away game in four weeks and disadvantaged on grass versus turf. The Lions are also missing multiple secondary starters: SS Brian Branch (Achilles, PUP), FS Kerby Joseph (knee, PUP), No. 3 S Avonte Maddox (foot, IR), and No. 4 S Thomas Harper (ankle, IR).PositiveValueOct 8, 2026
Wilson is rising +32.4 in Guillotine Leagues ADP to 64.8 after filling the Puka Nacua role under HC Mike LaFleur. Over the past two games, Wilson has 30 targets converted into 18 catches for 184 yards and a score, rising into fifth-round draft consideration. The source emphasizes the Week 5 matchup against the Lions, who allow the second-most fantasy points to WRs, with the indoor setting potentially creating a track-meet environment.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
Matthew Berry loves Michael Wilson vs. DET (WR10 projection) for Week 5; Wilson is seeing the kind of volume including in the red zone that makes Detroit's defensive struggles against receivers especially relevant.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
Wilson receives a huge boost from Matthew Freedman facing the Lions, who are on their third away game in four weeks and without SS Brian Branch (Achilles, PUP), FS Kerby Joseph (knee, PUP), No. 3 S Avonte Maddox (foot, IR), and No. 4 S Thomas Harper (ankle, IR). Wilson has a pristine home indoor matchup and is averaging 14.2 PPG with a No. 9 Utilization Score, 29% target share, and 103 air yards per game. He projects as a top-12 WR in PPR formats and is a consensus top-10 option.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
Wilson was strong in Week 4, catching seven passes for 95 yards and just missing a touchdown. Over the past two weeks, he has seen 30 targets and is being used in the Puka Nacua role by Mike LaFleur. Wilson ranks fourth among all wide receivers in routes from motion (24) and third in targets (9). The Cardinals have deployed 13 personnel on about 20% of plays (one of the highest rates in the league), and Wilson trails only Davante Adams in routes from 13 personnel (14) with four targets ranking inside the top-five. In Week 5, Wilson draws an elite matchup against Detroit's awful secondary, which is allowing 139.7 yards per game to opposing lead wideouts (most in football) following Tetairoa McMillan's primetime masterclass. The Lions deploy man coverage at a top-five rate, which favors Wilson, who averages over three yards per route run against man. He will see primary coverage from D.J. Reed, who has allowed the second-most receiving yards in coverage this season (275) and sixth-most yards per reception (19.6).PositiveValueOct 7, 2026
Wilson is a buy-high candidate after seeing 13 more targets this past weekend, converting seven for 95 yards. He is now averaging 11 targets per game through four weeks, operating in the Nacua role in Mike LaFleur's offense. Through the first four weeks, Wilson ranks fourth among all wide receivers in routes from motion (24) and third in targets (9). The Cardinals have deployed 13 personnel on about 20% of their plays (one of the highest rates in the league), and Wilson trails only Davante Adams in routes from 13 personnel (14) while his four targets rank inside the top-five. Wilson is averaging double-digit targets per game with a 29% target share. With a home matchup against Detroit's league-worst pass defense on tap, the source suggests this might be the last chance to trade for Wilson.PositiveValueOct 7, 2026
The source identifies Michael Wilson as the Arizona WR to roster, explicitly preferring him over Marvin Harrison Jr. This recommendation comes in the context of selling Harrison Jr. after Week 5, suggesting Wilson offers better value or a more sustainable role in the Cardinals' passing game.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Ranked No. 8 among wide receivers for Week 5 in Matthew Freedman's rankings, indicating strong projection and favorability for the week.NegativeValueOct 6, 2026
Wilson is cited as a preferred trade target over Mike Evans, indicating the source views him as offering better value than the sell-high candidate.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Wilson is producing 11.1 PPG against a 10.4 PPG projection, showing modest outperformance relative to expectations.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Dwain McFarland upgrades Michael Wilson to low-end WR2 territory. McFarland dampened Wilson's Utilization Score from 84 to 77 to account for potential QB concerns with Jacoby Brissett's long-term hold on the Cardinals' QB situation (team at 1-3) and the possibility of Carson Beck taking over. Even with the adjusted score of 77, historical comps averaged 15.2 PPG. Historical finish distribution: 3% WR1-6 (outlier ceiling), 28% WR7-12 (ceiling), 29% WR13-18 (median), 24% WR19-24 (median), 13% WR25-30 (floor), 4% WR31-36 (outlier floor). McFarland notes Wilson is a strong bet to hold WR2 value unless Beck completely tanks when he takes over, in which case the outlier floor finish could hit.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Michael Wilson ranks 9th in Utilization Score (84), averaging 14.2 PPG with an elite 96% route participation rate. The fourth-year WR ranks 9th in target share (29%), 6th in targets per game (10), and 13th in air yards per contest (102.8). Wilson's 1.64 YPRR aligns with WR4s historically averaging 10-12 PPG, but WRs with an 84 Utilization Score have averaged 16.9 PPG. Wilson has 6.8 catchable targets per game (9th) and 57.8 catchable air yards (13th), with 2.3 red zone targets per contest (3rd). In Mike LaFleur's offense, Wilson is playing the Puka Nacua role as the No. 2 behind Trey McBride by design, attacking the intermediate area with an 8.3 average route depth while Marvin Harrison Jr. plays downfield (12.3). Wilson leads Arizona in percentage of targets on play action (20.5%) and ranks 15th in motion-at-the-snap (18.8%).PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Michael Wilson ranked as a top-50 flex play in Week 4 rankings, positioned at WR49 overall in the flex tier.PositiveRoleOct 3, 2026
Michael Wilson's red-zone role is described as 'juicy' in Week 4 projections. The source notes he continues to smash and highlights his elevated red-zone opportunity as a key fantasy consideration.NegativeMatchupOct 2, 2026
Michael Wilson is mentioned in the player roster with a current PPG of 10.4 and Week 4 projection of 10.2, indicating he is part of the Week 4 WR/CB matchup analysis.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Wilson has emerged as Arizona's clear WR1 with elevated slot snaps and stable workload against the Giants in Week 4. His utilization shows he's separated from other receivers in the offense (outside of Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey McBride), with an aDOT of 10.4 air yards indicating catchable looks; just two targets have exceeded 20 air yards. Week-by-week PPR results: Week 1 at LAC (15.4 points, WR20), Week 2 (39.5 points, WR2), Week 3 (18.7 points, WR17). With a WR2 floor based on volume and the Giants nursing defensive injuries, Wilson is a top-24 option for Week 4 despite rain in the forecast.PositiveUsageOct 1, 2026
Carries a team-high 32% target share over his last two games.PositiveMatchupOct 1, 2026
Wilson has seen double-digit targets in six of his last 11 games with Jacoby Brissett at QB, establishing a trend rather than a hot streak. In Week 3 against the 49ers, he posted 11 receptions, 89 yards, and a touchdown. The Giants allow 33.7 PPR points per game and one receiving TD to WRs. Arizona ranks third in time of possession, requiring chain-moving catches that Brissett trusts Wilson to make. The source recommends starting Wilson with confidence in Week 4.PositiveMatchupSep 30, 2026
Wilson is set up favorably against the Giants in Week 4. He's Arizona's clear WR1 running routes on 97% of dropbacks (third-highest in the league) and handling 26% of team targets. The Giants deploy man coverage at a top-five rate, and Wilson trails only Davante Adams in targets against man coverage this season (14 targets). He's posting a 31.4% TPRR against man coverage since last season. New York is allowing 103 yards per game to opposing WR1s (third-most in the league). Wilson's 16 routes from motion are tied for ninth in the league, and he's seeing in-breaking targets and favorable looks in Mike LaFleur's offense.PositiveMatchupSep 27, 2026
Michael Wilson is mentioned as a decent substitute option for late-game play in Week 3, offering flexibility for those seeking alternatives to Zay Flowers in the Baltimore/Dallas matchup.NegativeUsageSep 24, 2026
Wilson leads the Cardinals trio in routes run and is tied with Kendrick Bourne in target share, while ranking third in targets per route run. He has a slight edge in utilization metrics among the Cardinals receivers, but the source questions whether his fantasy dominance from last year was a fluke. His performance against San Francisco in Week 3 will be a key data point for trusting him moving forward.NegativeProjectionSep 18, 2026
Jonathan Fuller had Michael Wilson for higher than 5.5 receptions in Week 1 but the pick missed when Wilson got to 5 receptions. Fuller notes that the game didn't play out as expected, with the Cardinals actually in a positive game script instead of a trailing one, which affected the pick's outcome.PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
Michael Wilson had a 20% target share vs. the Chargers in Week 1, more than double Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 9% target share, establishing himself as a primary target in the Cardinals offense.PositiveRoleSep 15, 2026
Wilson ran a route on 92% of Arizona's dropbacks, operating at all three levels of the field with 12 quick-game routes and 10 verticals. His actual and expected target rates were both around 19%, indicating consistent involvement with his final stat line. Despite McBride commanding plenty of targets, Wilson's workload and access to the quick game provide a path to decent PPR production as a WR3 while Jacoby Brissett is at the helm.NegativeValueSep 12, 2026
Kendall Valenzuela mentions Michael Wilson as an alternative option to Quentin Johnston, but does not provide specific analysis or recommendation regarding Wilson's Week 1 play.NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026
Matthew Berry highlights Wilson's role risk: last season, in the 9 games Marvin Harrison Jr. played at least 50% of snaps, Michael Wilson averaged just 5.5 PPG with a 13% target share; when Harrison was off the field, Wilson's target share jumped to 28%. Harrison is expected to play Sunday, suggesting Wilson will see reduced opportunity in Week 1.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
Ranked No. 36 among wide receivers for Week 1 in Freedman's rankings.PositiveUsageSep 3, 2026
In the five games Marvin Harrison missed, Michael Wilson averaged 26.0 PPR PPG, a 32% target share, and 119.6 receiving yards per game. In the 12 games Harrison played, Wilson averaged only 7.6 PPR PPG, a 14% target share, and 34 receiving yards per game. This stark split demonstrates Wilson's target dependency on Harrison's absence.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Michael Wilson was selected in Round 9 of this half-PPR mock, positioned as a mid-round wide receiver target.NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver ranked 99th overall in 2026 fantasy football; has bye week 14.PositiveValueAug 18, 2026
In a 10-team league draft from No. 2, Wilson was grabbed in the eighth round to address WR depth concerns; Chase. Since acknowledged the pick was 'a little rich' but prioritized roster management over ADP, noting that ADP doesn't manage the roster.NegativeUsageAug 7, 2026
Wilson (WR42 consensus ranking) is encroaching on Marvin Harrison Jr.'s target share with the Cardinals, denting Harrison's projected production.NegativeDepth ChartJul 31, 2026
Wilson is noted as being at a tier break because the WRs dried up after him; he's selected as Matthew Berry's first reserve in Round 8.PositiveUsageJul 23, 2026
Michael Wilson was thrust into a larger role following an injury to Marvin Harrison Jr. and averaged 26.0 PPG and nearly 120 receiving yards when Harrison was out of the lineup; after entering 2025 with only one career game with 16+ fantasy points, Wilson reached that number in six of his final eight games, demonstrating how opportunity changes drive fantasy value.NegativeValueJul 23, 2026
The source is skeptical of Michael Wilson's long-term dynasty value, noting he only broke out in his third season due to perfect circumstances: injured Marvin Harrison Jr., decimated backfield, decimated defense, and a QB forced to throw 40 times per game. In a direct trade comparison, the source prefers Rome Odunze.NegativeValueJul 22, 2026
Michael Wilson was considered in Round 8 for the flex spot but passed over in favor of J.K. Dobbins, as Jorge Martin didn't love the WR options available at that point.PositiveProjectionNo date
Became a must-start fantasy WR in 2025, propelled by Arizona's elite passing volume under Jacoby Brissett (Week 6 on); ranked 2nd in routes run at 39 per game during that span. Cardinals led NFL in dropback rate (72%) and dropback rate over expected (6%), with 40.6 pass attempts per game (1st) and 309.2 air yards per game (2nd).