Players We Might Be Wrong About & Pound Foolish Publication Day

The source views Breece Hall as a top-10 running back who is potentially undervalued due to the 'Jetsiness' of his team. Despite a lack of rushing touchdowns in his career, he has consistently produced over 1,350 yards from scrimmage in three seasons. The source believes the Jets' improved offensive line and skill talent could finally unlock a true explosion season.

Ben Gretsch acknowledges he might be too low on Brock Bowers, noting he is on a Hall of Fame trajectory based on his college profile. Gretsch admits he is currently fading Bowers in drafts to prioritize other positions, but fears Bowers could have a nuclear season.

Ben Gretsch is high on Colston Loveland, placing him in the same tier as Brock Bowers and Trey McBride. He notes Loveland is a young, highly regarded prospect who closed his rookie season well and could explode in a concentrated Bears offense, especially with DJ Moore departing.

The source is concerned that Cortland Sutton is becoming 'washed' and could be phased out of the Broncos' offense. Despite Sutton playing with the first team in the preseason, the team's aggressive acquisition of other receivers like Jalen Waddle and Pat Bryant suggests a shift toward a more rotational role, putting Sutton's status as a clear WR1 at risk.

Christopher Harris expresses frustration with the lack of production from Greg Dulcich, noting he is still waiting for him to hit as a Bronco.

Christopher Harris prefers J.K. Dobbins over RJ Harvey for bench depth, while Ben Gretsch notes that Dobbins was playing very well before his injury last season.

Ben Gretsch is high on Jameson Williams, ranking him as a top-20 receiver. Despite concerns that his late-season production was tied to Sam Laporta's injury, Gretsch points to his high route participation, usage in horizontal passing, and the Lions' highly concentrated offense as reasons for a breakout season.

Ben Gretsch is reconsidering his fade stance on Javante Williams, noting that while his poor yards per route run last year fits a 'dead zone' bust profile, he is the clear lead back in a high-scoring offense with minimal competition after the team cut Jaden Blue and Samaje Perine. Despite concerns about his receiving ability and injury risk, he could reach 12-14 touchdowns.

The source is concerned about Javonte Williams, labeling him a 'dead zone' running back candidate. Williams had poor receiving efficiency last year (below 0.5 yards per route run), which historically correlates with busts for players drafted in his range, though his ADP is currently rising.

Christopher Harris is skeptical of Jonah Coleman, citing Matt Waldman's negative evaluation of him as the slowest back in the draft. Conversely, Ben Gretsch is higher on Coleman, noting he looked good in the preseason.

Jonathan Brooks is highlighted as a high-upside efficiency back with an intriguing prospect profile. However, the source notes significant injury risk and uncertainty regarding his role relative to Chuba Hubbard, who is currently racing to return from a training camp injury.

Keaton Mitchell is a 'flag plant' player for the source due to his elite speed and efficiency. Despite only 59 carries last year, he led the league in 20+ mph runs. The source believes he could be a league-winning flex play if healthy, noting that the Ravens have actively chosen to feature him, unlike in previous seasons.

Ben Gretsch questions the narrative surrounding Keenan Allen's recent performance, noting that despite high targets-per-route-run metrics, Allen has not produced significant raw yardage totals over the last two years.

Ben Gretsch believes he is too low on Ladd McConkey compared to the market. While he likes the Chargers' offense, he views McConkey as a Round 5 value rather than his current Round 3 ADP, questioning the hype surrounding his target competition.

The source expresses skepticism regarding Ladd McConkey's third-round ADP, citing his crowded offense with multiple tight ends, Trey Harris, and rookie Brennan Thompson. While acknowledging the potential for a rebound and the possibility that McConkey is a 'gravitational pull' talent who forces the offense to feed him, the source prefers cheaper alternatives like Parker Washington.

MarShawn Lloyd is viewed as a high-upside player with a strong prospect profile. The source ranks him ahead of other Packers running backs like Chris Brooks due to his unknown ceiling, though he acknowledges the injury risk and the fact that Lloyd is becoming increasingly expensive in drafts (rounds 7-8).

Ben Gretsch is higher on Marshawn Lloyd than the market, viewing him as a potential value in the 7th or 8th round. While acknowledging injury concerns and the uncertainty of his role behind Josh Jacobs, Gretsch suggests Lloyd could have a massive opportunity if Jacobs misses time.

The source remains skeptical of Marvin Harrison Jr., citing his underwhelming performance on film over his first two years. While acknowledging his elite collegiate pedigree and potential to be a league-breaker, the source prefers Michael Wilson, who is projected to play a high-volume, 'easy' role in the offense similar to Puka Nacua or Cooper Kupp.

Michael Wilson is ranked ahead of Marvin Harrison Jr. because he is expected to fill the 'Puka/Kupp' role in the offense, involving motion and slot work that generates easy, high-frequency targets. The source believes Wilson offers a higher floor for fantasy production.

Parker Washington is identified as a superior value compared to Ladd McConkey. The source views Washington as a strong bet in a productive passing game who is currently being drafted significantly later than McConkey, despite similar upside potential.

The source notes that Rashee Rice is being drafted aggressively in some high-stakes formats, with one recent draft seeing him go in the second round.

Christopher Harris is drafting RJ Harvey as a flex or bench running back but expresses concern about the uncertainty of the Broncos' backfield. He notes Harvey struggled as a runner but has been utilized in the passing game.

Ben Gretsch highlights Trey McBride's elite 2023 performance, noting he broke the position with 50 more targets and 100 more PPR points than any other tight end.

Christopher Harris and Ben Gretsch both view Tyler Warren as a strong tight end target. Harris explicitly ranks Warren higher than Colston Loveland, noting that Warren was productive from Week 1 of his rookie season, whereas Loveland's production was heavily skewed by two late-season plays.

Ben Gretsch remains optimistic about Xavier Worthy, noting that he is currently very cheap in drafts. Despite previous concerns about his ranking, Gretsch believes Worthy is a necessary target because someone needs to catch passes for the Chiefs alongside Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce.