Michael Pittman Fantasy Football News & Podcast Insights

PositiveValueJul 29, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

ADP ~104; post argues safe WR4 with realistic WR3 path as Rodgers' underneath target. Career 70% catch rate, 11 YPR, 80 catches/1200 yards/10 TD projections cited. Comments split: supporters note he was WR7 before Colts collapsed, will benefit from McCarthy's scheme (prefers route runners) and Rodgers' quick release; skeptics cite Rodgers' 6.6 aDOT (career low), Steelers' weak passing scheme, and question whether 42-year-old Rodgers can support two WRs. Some project 77 catches/847 yards/7 TDs (155 PPR points, ~9.7 ppg). Recurring back injury mentioned as concern. Consensus: solid PPR flex/WR4 with floor but limited ceiling; better as 4th WR than 2nd/3rd.

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PositiveUsageJul 27, 2026Jacob Gibbs

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Michael Pittman was 11th in targets as the motion man in 2025. Both he and Josh Downs ranked top-15 in the NFL in motion targets under Shane Steichen. I watched all of Pittman's motion targets. So many felt transferable 1:1 to Downs

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NegativeUsageJul 24, 2026Kyle

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This a great question. Who should we expect to see a large increase in First Read Target Share in 2025? 1. DeVonta Smith He ranked 15th at 28.8% last season, but could clear 35%+ with AJ Brown gone 2. Terry McLaurin He ranked 28th at 25.8% during a season where he and Jayden Daniels were often injured (rarely playing together) 3. Christian Watson Even though he was a big riser in 2025, I think his 1READ continues to increase (34th-ranked 23.9% in 2025) 4. Michael Pittman He ranked 38th at 23....

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PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Colts WR acquired by Steelers. Community notes his addition as 'short/intermediate volume hog' that may reduce RB dump-off opportunities, potentially limiting Warren's receiving upside. One comment jokes Pittman will be 'like Diontae Johnson during good couple years: 10 rec for 58 yds, 0–1 TD.'

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PositiveNewsJul 22, 2026Ian Hartitz

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Least scary, but technically *fine*, dudes to see in your opponent's fantasy football lineup: -David Montgomery -Chuba Hubbard -Zach Charbonnet -Courtland Sutton -Jakobi Meyers -Michael Pittman -Romeo Doubs (other than vs. Cowboys) -Khalil Shakir -Hunter Henry -Dalton Schultz

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PositiveNewsJul 22, 2026Chuck Bass

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Drunk WR2 Ranking 1. Lamb 2. Higgins 3. Egbuka 4. Adams 5. Odunze 6. Jamo 7. M. Wilson 8. Pittman 9. Sutton 10. P. Wahsington 11. Reed 12. Pearsall 13. Addison 14. QJ 15. Coker 16. J. Higgins 17. Lemon 18. Tyson 19. Concepcion 20. Downs 21. Shakir 22. Shaheed 23. Wan'De 24. Worthy 25. Doubs 26. A. Mitchell 27. Bateman 28. Tucker 29. Burks 30. Dotson 31. Mooney 32. Tutu

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PositiveUsageJul 21, 2026Zain Dhanani

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It may be a while before Germie Bernard is playing consistently If Roman Wilson is in and doing the deep crossing and vertical role described here, that helps DK Metcalf stay short and intermediate That could mean a better start for DK By mid to late season I still expect Germie to win this battle Germie allows Pittman to play more slot (good for Pittman), but probably sends DK deeper (bad for DK)

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PositiveProjectionJul 19, 2026Flock Fantasy

Michael Pitman Jr. is selected at pick 87 in the draft.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 19, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Michael Pittman Jr. is gone from the Colts, opening up more target opportunities for Josh Downs in the underneath and intermediate areas of the field.

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PositiveValueJul 17, 2026Kyle

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It looks like the ADP Rankings are exactly the same in this contests vs. the other ones Here are the most mispriced (undervalued) players IMO: **[Wide Receivers] ** Rashee Rice (WR11) Zay Flowers (WR14) Ladd McConkey (WR17) Makai Lemon (WR35) Chris Godwin (WR41) Michael Pittman Jr. (WR47) Wan'Dale Robinson (WR50) Stefon Diggs (WR57) **[Running Backs]** Chase Brown (RB10) Breece Hall (RB14) Cam Skattebo (RB19) Bhayshul Tuten (RB25) Jaylen Warren (RB28) Kenny Gainwell (RB37) Rachaad White (RB38...

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PositiveNewsJul 17, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Steelers WR3 Battle: Again, Roman Wilson is in the lead for WR3 right now I could see a rotation between Wilson and Germie to start the season Wilson is primarily a slot, which takes away opportunities to rotate Pittman into that spot Germie’s profile is more versatile The biggest hang up with Germie is if he can gain Rodgers trust (historically difficult for rookies), but he’s been billed as “pro-ready” Once Germie takes over, I could see it help Pittman more - allowing him to play more in t...

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PositiveProjectionJul 16, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Michael Pittman Jr. was selected in a Scott Fishbowl draft as part of a best-available wide receiver strategy.

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PositiveRoleJul 16, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Analyst loves him in Pittsburgh; expects him to be their number one receiver.

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PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026Fantasy Football Today

Michael Pittman averaged over 16 PPR points per game in the first nine games last season when Daniel Jones was healthy before Jones broke his leg in Week 10, and may benefit from Mike McCarthy's offense potentially throwing more downfield, though Aaron Rodgers' preferences at 42 years old create uncertainty.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 15, 2026Flock Fantasy

Selected in the draft, leaving Ricky Pearsall as the team's third wide receiver.

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PositiveRoleJul 15, 2026Flock Fantasy

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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PositiveDepth ChartJul 15, 2026Flock Fantasy

Pittman moved from Indianapolis to Pittsburgh, which some analysts cite as a reason for Josh Downs' improved outlook, though the source questions the validity of this reasoning.

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PositiveProjectionJul 15, 2026Matt Harmon

Pittman is compared to McMillan as a big receiver who doesn't have to just play X but separates better than expected and runs good routes.

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PositiveMatchupJul 14, 2026Matt Harmon

If Pittsburgh's aging defense doesn't hold up and the team has to play catch-up, Michael Pittman could absolutely eat and produce significant fantasy points.

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PositiveProjectionJul 14, 2026Matt Harmon

Michael Pittman could easily walk into 80 catches this year with Aaron Rodgers, and the odds should be pretty close to him outproducing DK Metcalf in Pittsburgh.

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PositiveRoleJul 14, 2026Matt Harmon

Michael Pittman is a perfect fit for Aaron Rodgers' quick-hitting, spread-out offense. He ran high-frequency routes (flats, curls, quick hitches, slants, in-breakers, screens) as a Z receiver with the Colts that align perfectly with Rodgers' point-and-shoot style.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026RotoWire

Pittman is highlighted as a preferred receiver target in rounds 8-10 as part of a running back-heavy early draft strategy.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026RotoWire

Pittman is preferred over Blake Corum and Kyle Monangai in the same draft range, as the analyst would rather go running back early and then pivot to receivers like Pittman.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026RotoWire

Pittman is a little bit underrated at his current cost and the Steelers offense should support him at ADP despite market sentiment.

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PositiveValueJul 14, 2026RotoWire

Levitan views Michael Pittman as a better fit with Aaron Rodgers' quick-release, short-to-middle passing style, and believes both Pittman and Metcalf are underrated at their current ADP.

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PositiveNewsJul 14, 2026Matt Harmon

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Michael Pittman’s game fits the current version of Aaron Rodgers perfectly. [Quoted](

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PositiveRoleJul 13, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football

Josh Downs will have to prove he is better than Michael Pittman Jr. was last year in order to reach his 13-14 fantasy points per game projection.

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PositiveUsageJul 13, 2026Hayden Winks

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Josh Downs should pick up the targets that Michael Pittman left behind 👀

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 11, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Michael Pitman Jr. was traded away by the Colts despite having three seasons over 140 targets, clearing the path for Alec Pierce to become the alpha receiver.

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NegativeValueJul 10, 2026Flock Fantasy

Pittman is considered a reach, taken well ahead of ADP.

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PositiveProjectionJul 10, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Pitman is projected to earn more targets than Amika Abuka, George Pickens, Roma Donavy, and T. Higgins this season, continuing his history as a consistent target earner.

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PositiveRoleJul 10, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

With 40% of targets gone from the Colts, Pitman—who saw about 90% of his targets in the short to intermediate area—is expected to be their true volume receiver.

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PositiveProjectionJul 10, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Pitman is projected to outscore DK Metcalf by a few points per game and fits the current Colts offense and Rodgers' playing style better than Metcalf.

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PositiveValueJul 10, 2026Fantasy Points Fantasy Football

Pitman is significantly undervalued at WR44-45 ADP and should be going very close to or ahead of DK Metcalf based on target share projections and fit with Aaron Rodgers' aging arm.

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PositiveValueJul 10, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Pittman is projected for 121 targets with an ADP of 101.5, placing him in the same target range as WR1 types like Jaylen Waddle (122 targets) and Emeka Egbuka (121 targets) despite going rounds earlier. He's the expected target leader on the Colts with DK Metcalf also out wide. Last season he finished with 80 catches for 784 yards on 111 targets (9.8 yards per reception). Aaron Rodgers gets the ball out quickly at 2.59 seconds per attempt, and Pittman's 6-foot-4 frame positions him to see plenty of looks over the middle of the field. Getting him in the 9th round makes him a valuable bench stash with starting lineup potential beyond bye weeks.

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PositiveRoleJul 9, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football

Added to the Steelers wide receiver group as part of offensive improvements that could elevate the overall offense.

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PositiveValueJul 9, 2026Matt Harmon

Michael Pittman is a number two receiver being drafted ahead of Romeo Dobbs, characterized as a 'boring' meat-and-potatoes player who could provide solid production.

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PositiveRoleJul 9, 2026Matt Harmon

Expected to benefit from quick-hitting plays and coverage holes identified by Philip Rivers at the line of scrimmage, positioning him as a key target in the Colts offense.

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PositiveValueJul 9, 2026Matt Harmon

Currently at 95th overall ADP in DraftKings best ball, offering value as a reliable floor play in full PPR formats.

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PositiveProjectionJul 9, 2026Matt Harmon

Projected for an 85-catch, 799-yard season in full PPR scoring, providing reliable floor production despite not being a headline-grabbing performer.

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