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Titans QB is new to the offense under coach Brian Daboll; the source notes that it would be nice if Daboll can bring out the best in Ward, which could impact the fantasy value of Titans WRs like Carnell Tate, Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley, and Elic Ayomanor.

Commanders RB is competing with Rachaad White for the starting job in a muddled backfield; both are currently in the RB4 range with true backup/handcuff types, but whoever wins the starting job will be ranked MUCH higher during the season than what they were drafted to be. The source compares this situation to last year's Javonte Williams and Travis Etienne, who turned into awesome late-round picks by winning out in their muddled backfield.

Commanders RB is competing with Jacory Croskey-Merritt for the starting job in a muddled backfield; both are currently in the RB4 range with true backup/handcuff types, but whoever wins the starting job will be ranked MUCH higher during the season than what they were drafted to be. The source compares this situation to last year's Javonte Williams and Travis Etienne, who turned into awesome late-round picks by winning out in their muddled backfield.

Titans RB could be similar to Ray Davis in being the preferred early-down handcuff behind Tony Pollard, creating uncertainty about the exact snap distribution and his fantasy value.

Titans RB looks like the primary pass-down back behind Tony Pollard; his fantasy value depends on how the snap distribution shakes out with Pollard and Nicholas Singleton.

Titans RB is the leader in the backfield; however, Tyjae Spears looks like the primary pass-down back, and Nicholas Singleton could be similar to Ray Davis in being the preferred early-down handcuff, creating uncertainty about the exact snap distribution.

Titans WR is competing for targets with Carnell Tate, Wan'Dale Robinson, and Calvin Ridley in the Titans offense under new QB Cam Ward and coach Brian Daboll.

Titans WR is competing for targets with Carnell Tate, Wan'Dale Robinson, and Elic Ayomanor in the Titans offense under new QB Cam Ward and coach Brian Daboll.

Titans WR is competing for targets with Carnell Tate, Calvin Ridley, and Elic Ayomanor in the Titans offense under new QB Cam Ward and coach Brian Daboll.

Titans WR is fourth in total receptions during training camp, which raises concerns about his year-one boom potential despite cool training camp highlights. A closer target split with guys like Wan'Dale Robinson, Calvin Ridley, and Elic Ayomanor wouldn't be ideal for Tate's chances of supplying consistent production, though Brian Daboll's coaching could help bring out the best in QB Cam Ward.

Buccaneers RB has a defined short-yardage role; his fantasy value depends on the snap split distribution in the backfield, with a 70/20/10 split limiting his touches and a 45/35/20 split creating a more ambiguous committee.

Buccaneers RB has a defined pass-down back role; his fantasy value depends on the snap split distribution in the backfield, with a 70/20/10 split favoring Irving and a 45/35/20 split creating a more ambiguous committee.

Buccaneers RB is the lead back on base downs with a defined role; if the backfield snap split is 70/20/10 between Irving, Kenny Gainwell, and Sean Tucker, Irving will look like a steal at his affordable mid-round ADP, especially if he returns to his 2024 form. However, if the split is closer to 45/35/20, it would be tough to expect much weekly ceiling from any party involved.

Seahawks RB is competing with Jadarian Price and George Holani for touches; the source notes that Price needs to separate from both Holani and Wilson to establish clear role definition.

Seahawks RB is competing with Jadarian Price and Emanuel Wilson for touches; the source notes that Price needs to separate from both Holani and Wilson to establish clear role definition.

Seahawks RB is ahead of schedule in his recovery; originally projected to perhaps miss the first two-plus months of the season, Charbonnet now seems to be a candidate to play some football before the season starts, which could limit Jadarian Price's early-season opportunity.

Seahawks RB has been standing out in training camp thanks to receiving skills that were largely questioned after he caught just 15 passes in 41 games at Notre Dame; however, he is looking more like a between-the-20s back in a similar mold as Bucky Irving and Bhayshul Tuten, and his upside depends on how quickly he separates from George Holani and Emanuel Wilson.

49ers RB is banged up on PUP with a pec injury, further depleting the backfield depth chart alongside Jordan James and Kaelon Black.

Third-round rookie RB has been missing practice due to an adductor injury, limiting his ability to compete for touches in the 49ers backfield.

Second-year RB fractured a rib at the end of July, creating uncertainty in the 49ers backfield depth chart and opening opportunity for other backs.

CMC is essentially the only skill-position player left standing in San Francisco due to injuries across the backfield and WR room; second-year RB Jordan James fractured a rib, third-round rookie RB Kaelon Black has an adductor injury, and Isaac Guerendo is on PUP with a pec injury. This depth chart situation could create late-round handcuff stash value for whoever emerges as the backup.

Price has been standing out in Seahawks training camp due to receiving skills that were questioned after he caught just 15 passes in 41 games at Notre Dame; the source suggests he could emerge as the RB1 if he continues to impress.

James, a second-year 49ers RB, fractured a rib at the end of July while competing for the backup role behind Christian McCaffrey, limiting his availability as a potential handcuff option.

Black, a third-round rookie, has been missing 49ers practice due to an adductor injury while competing for the backup RB role behind Christian McCaffrey; his injury status is worth monitoring as the backup could become valuable if McCaffrey gets hurt, as has historically been the case.

Warren's pass-game prowess could win out in a Steelers offense that ranked second in RB targets last season, but beat reporter Mark Kaboly suggested a 60/40 split favoring Rico Dowdle; Warren regularly goes a round earlier than Dowdle in drafts, so his ADP may need adjustment if Dowdle emerges as the clear RB1.

Steelers beat reporter Mark Kaboly indicated Dowdle will be the RB1 with the most snaps and opportunities in a 60/40 split over Jaylen Warren; Dowdle regularly goes a round later than Warren in drafts, making him a potential value if the split holds.

If early camp reports of a 50/50 backfield split with Saquon Barkley extend into the regular season, Bigsby would become a massive late-round value with standalone production upside and significant injury-contingent handcuff value.

The source made a bullish call on Barkley bouncing back with the Eagles, but early camp reports suggested a potential 50/50 backfield split with Tank Bigsby, which would undermine that projection if it materializes beyond training camp rep management.

Mitchell has received offseason hype as Geno Smith's second option behind Garrett Wilson on the Jets, but the front office also invested first-round picks in WR Omar Cooper and TE Kenyon Sadiq, creating uncertainty about his role in an offense Vegas ranks as bottom-two scoring.

Likely has received 'No. 2 pass-game option' hype in Giants training camp and the source is bullish on him as a rock-solid late-round tight end option, positioning him as a safer bet than the wide receivers in a Giants offense with a problematic coaching staff.

Etienne's fantasy appeal hinges on the Saints backfield split with Alvin Kamara; a 70/30 split would make him appealing at his Round 4 ADP in an offense without breakout potential, but a 50/50 split could be problematic if Kamara dominates pass-down work. The source had him on an early August fade list but emphasizes not hating the player, only the ADP.

Boutte averaged at least 12 yards per target last season (min. 46 targets), the only NFL wide receiver to do so, and the source is willing to use a last-round pick on him given uncertainty around the Patriots' WR3 role; he could be a late-round gem if the Patriots keep him and he secures the No. 3 spot in a strong passing offense.

Jefferson's bounce-back potential is at risk due to uncertainty in the Vikings QB competition; the source notes that if the competition remains close, the winner's leash could be shorter than expected, which would be problematic for those betting on improved QB play to lift Jefferson's production.

Washington is positioned as the top target leader among Dolphins wide receivers but likely won't see a full-time role; he never reached 75 percent snaps in a game last season, limiting his fantasy ceiling in an offense expected to be run-heavy and inefficient.

Ferguson could be a late-round tight end gem if he secures a full-time role with the Rams; the source notes the Rams were a top-two team in tight end fantasy points last season and McVay appears to be a fan, suggesting Ferguson could emerge as the single-best late-round TE pick if the rotation shifts in his favor.

Ferguson could see something close to a full-time role with the Rams; if so, he will fly up the fantasy ranks given that the Rams were among the top-two teams in overall TE fantasy points last season, though Sean McVay's history of rotating many bodies at the position creates uncertainty.

Njoku is part of the Chargers' TE rotation alongside Kolar and Gadsden; his blocking ability could render Gadsden as the odd man out, though Njoku's own snap share and fantasy viability remain uncertain.

Gadsden is likely the odd man out in the Chargers' TE rotation due to Kolar and Njoku's superior blocking ability; the source is dubious of Gadsden replicating his magical Weeks 6-9 stretch from last season due to reduced snap share.

Kolar, signed to a three-year, $24.3 million contract, is the source's preferred choice to lead the Chargers' TE rotation over Gadsden and Njoku; his college production (2,181 yards and 23 TD at Iowa State) reflects potential beyond just blocking, though weekly fantasy consideration is unlikely.

Mayer, the all-time Notre Dame TE receiving leader, is a quality late-round dart in TE-premium fantasy formats due to his handcuff upside behind Brock Bowers; the Raiders' brutal WR room makes them a prime candidate for multi-TE formations, giving Mayer potential standalone value beyond just handcuff appeal.