Breakout: A player (rookies included) who will rise up with career-best numbers in 2022 and make a huge impact. Trey Lance is my favorite breakout player at the quarterback position. 5 amid Smith talks, Eagles defend QB-push tactic as NFL set to revisit, Titans GM: Excited to go forward with Tannehill, Ex-NFL groundskeeper: SB LVII field overwatered. -- Liz Loza, There's good reason for all the optimism, but ultimately the offensive line is a giant weakness and the division is too tough. For more of their insight, be sure to follow each pundit on Twitter (click their names above) and visit their respective sites. Davis brings a ton of upside in that role. At times with the Bears, Trubisky showed real grit, and with the style of the Tomlin offense, we could see a thats more like it scenario from the former first-round draft pick. The season will be a success if the Eagles win the division and at least one playoff game. -- Bowen. Ultimately, if Hunt wants a big contract next offseason, either from the Browns or another team, he'll need to produce this season while staying relatively healthy. From our Start/Sit Assistant which provides your optimal lineup based on accurate consensus projections to our Trade Analyzer which allows you to instantly find out if a trade offer benefits you or your opponent weve got you covered this fantasy football season. With tight end-friendly Ryan under center, Alie-Cox could post career numbers and emerge as the sneakiest breakout of the season. 2. Terrell and Casey Hayward. If Penny stays healthy all year, he is a lock to outlive his draft cost. I expect the O-line to be healthier and the defense to be slightly better with the talent added to the secondary. Sometimes its a rookie in a good landing spot. At 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, Collins thrives in contested situations, dominating on the outside and in the red zone. The second-year wideout has received glowing reviews during camp and projects to work as a complement to Brandin Cooks. The Lawrence breakout is coming; its just a matter of when. Bold prediction for 2022: Cornerback Pat Surtain II will be named first-team All-Pro. -- Bowen, The rookie is dealing with a sprained right MCL. Pierce has breakout upside on volume alone, but seeing him run well paired with the rave reviews he's receiving from training camp, and there is a lot to like here. Defensive coordinator Joe Woods noted that Elliott showed up to training camp weighing 320 pounds while looking like he only weighs 280. The chemistry he has built with Justin Fields has consistently been on display throughout the offseason and only projects to increase as he becomes one of the quarterback's top options in 2022. -- DJ Bien-Aime. First, there is a narrative that Tagovailoa cannot throw a deep ball. -- Bowen, A first-round pick from a year ago, Oweh was the Ravens' best defensive player in training camp, using his quickness to repeatedly get into the backfield. Jeudy is simply too good a route runner, and few things symbolized the quagmire of the Broncos' offense last season more than the fact Jeudy finished a season without a touchdown. You can find their picks below, and their analysis and insight on a selection of players they felt most passionate about in each category. -- Bowen, Hurst is a fluid tight end who should give the Bengals a great receiving option as teams look to stop Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase. Plus, he also was one of just 10 rookies since 2000 to top 180 yards in a game -- which he did against the No. His skill set allows him to break away from defensive backs and linebackers, and his lack of touchdowns last season feels like an aberration. Which WR has the best shot of having a breakout year in 2022 and why? -- Kevin Seifert. Sure, Lawrence had a rough rookie season, but Urban Meyer was running a three-ring circus in Jacksonville last year, so Im happy to give Lawrence a mulligan. -- Mike Triplett, The Pats won 10 games last season. I mean, you draft a player in the middle to later rounds, and if they hit, they change the landscape of your fantasy team. Most important discovery at camp: WR Curtis Samuel's health. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Gilmore will turn 32 on Sept. 19, but so far, he doesn't look his age. Lawson missed the 2021 season with a ruptured Achilles tendon, but his fit and potential impact hasn't changed in Robert Saleh's defense. Kyle Pitts, Jalen Hurts, Travis Etienne, Breece Hall, Michael Pittman, Marquise Brown. Chase will find the end zone plenty of times this season given his explosive-play juice, but it will be Higgins who will stretch the seams in the red zone and use his vertical matchup ability to rack up touchdowns. After a stellar 2020, he was held without a sack and saw his season end in December because of his second labrum tear in as many years. -- Rich Cimini. Bold prediction for 2022: The Colts will secure the No. He's a well-rounded pass-catcher, whose experience as a Z offers fantasy managers a steady share of regular opportunities. -- Doug Kezirian. Our panel comprises the following ESPN Fantasy writers and editors: Stephania. With his new contract in hand and sterling efficiency numbers last season to foreshadow the liftoff, its time for him to ball out. -- Bien-Aime. Injuries have been his biggest hurdle, and he has already been banged up in camp. However, it's the fundamentally sound defense -- with three levels of playmakers, including new offseason addition Von Miller -- that will close out games for Buffalo on the postseason stage. Bateman had a sterling prospect profile coming out of the University of Minnesota, with an 82nd percentile college dominator rating, a 93rd percentile breakout age and a 98th percentile college target share, per PlayerProfiler.com. Bold prediction for 2022: The Patriots will miss the playoffs. -- Eric Moody. The former Wolverine averaged six looks per contest from Weeks 14 through 18, managing two efforts above 65 yards and a score over that span. Edmonds should not only get his share of work on the ground, but he should also be heavily involved in the passing game. Daniel Dopp: Aaron Rodgers A healthy Derrick Henry is their best weapon, but I see regression looming for this team, especially after losing wideouts A.J. JAX | KC | LV | LAC | LAR | MIA | MIN Collins emerged as the Texans' No. How long will it take? Our NFL Nation reporters have you covered with intel and projections on all 32 teams ahead of kickoff. Eric Moody: Aaron Rodgers He can be a big factor as a downfield option or in the red zone. 1 corner, coach Bill Belichick referred to Davon Godchaux as "one of the best defensive linemen in the league," while Matthew Judon and Josh Uche have been disruptive pass-rushers. Quick Hits: There is a tier of QB2s that bring a lot of breakout upside. 2 WR over the final five weeks of 2021. Tannehill has 13 game-winning drives since joining the Titans in 2019, one behind Derek Carr for the most over that span, including the playoffs. Mike Clay: Dawson Knox As quarterback Aaron Rodgers said, "I really think Allen is ready to make a jump and be a No. At 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, Collins thrives in contested situations, dominating on the outside and in the red zone. Eric Moody: Noah Fant, Seattle Seahawks Our featured pundits are here to tackle that very question! A timing and rhythm thrower with the pocket mobility to create space in traffic, Young fits the offensive scheme under first-year coach Brian Daboll. More for comfort, more than anything," Chargers coach Brandon Staley said. Matt Bowen: Aaron Rodgers -- Erin Dolan. Bateman was slowed by abdominal and core muscle injuries in his first training camp, missed the first five games of 2021 with a groin injury, then played only six full games with starting QB Lamar Jackson, who dealt with injuries of his own. -- Archer, Smith is out until at least early December because of surgery to reattach his left hamstring to his knee. Throughout camp, he looked primed for another step to enter the upper echelon of pass-rushers. In a preseason matchup against the Cowboys, Palmer caught three passes for 75 yards, including a contested over-the-shoulder 41-yard reception and an 18-yard catch-and-run touchdown. While Prescott is fine, will his offensive line be fine? The Rams have a tough road schedule in 2022, but the expectation in the building is certainly to be back hoisting that trophy in February 2023. 1 receiver, and I'm excited about the opportunity to work with him." -- Newton, Fantasy breakout candidate: Robbie Anderson, WR, In 2020, Anderson's first season with Rhule and the Panthers, he caught 95 passes and topped 1,000 yards receiving. The rookie out of Georgia will rack up the touchdown catches this season. He needs to carry those improvements over to regular-season action, of course, but signs are pointing to an improved Hurts in 2022. Daniel Dopp: Derek Carr, Las Vegas Raiders He has been explosive and fast and will be deployed on backfield releases, screens and flex from the formation to create favorable matchups. If he does that and the Niners stay healthy, they believe they can return to the Super Bowl. Him not starting over Sanders was the biggest head scratcher to me, but the Bills elected to ease the second-year receiver along until later in the season. The defense, though, has a glaring weakness in stopping the run, one that will hopefully be improved via the additions of Larry Ogunjobi and Myles Jack. Stroud, more . The Saints moved up from the 16th to the 11th spot in the 2022 NFL draft to select Olave. Joe Kaiser: Darren Waller Most important discovery at camp: RB Dameon Pierce is going to be a force. It gets easier this season, and he will be playing behind an improved offensive line and with a solid backfield. They can improve from last season and still not have as many wins. -- Mike Triplett, The Fins' defense will struggle without Brian Flores. 2 target for Josh Allen and the Bills from the start. Daniel Dopp: AJ Dillon, Green Bay Packers 1. But they will ask Lance to take care of the ball, make the occasional big play and, most important, improve as the year goes on. If Akers gets anything close to the sort of workload Todd Gurley that got during McVays first two seasons with the Rams, the young running back is going to be a fantasy force. Love the talent, hate the price. With limitations at the quarterback position and two downhill backs, Seattle is going to pound the ball between the tackles. Another big season for Simmons should lead to a multiyear deal worth more than $100 million total. Obviously, I can play with Cobby [Randall Cobb] in my sleep, and when he's healthy, he's a premier slot receiver in the league, [and] I feel better with Sammy." Yes, the offense could be gross if Jacoby Brissett is the quarterback, but David Njoku can still ascend this season. Hamler figures to break out to some degree in his third season. -- Cimini, Impact newcomer: Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, CB, The Jets allowed the eighth-highest passer rating (99.9) on targets to wide receivers, per NFL Next Gen Stats. Eric Moody: Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas Raiders Michael Carter is a very talented back who could have standalone value even if Hall remains healthy. 10. But new coach Brian Daboll should make the Giants' offense more functional. Those players are all great, but the middle to later rounds is when everyone is really searching for a. However, Herbert helped produce one of the NFL's top offenses in 2021, and after significant shortcomings on defense, the Bolts invested significant resources on that side of the ball. Chicago hasn't put Fields in position to succeed yet, but if he can prove he is the right player to build around, the Bears will take a step toward solving their chronic quarterback issues. Derek Brown (FantasyPros). The season will be a success if Justin Fields shows tangible signs of improvement. And the Seahawks seem likely to be drafting a QB early next April. For all the focus on Mac Jones and the offense, the defense was swarming at times, with lineman Deatrich Wise Jr. noting how "dominating" the unit was in a joint practice with the Panthers. Bold prediction for 2022: Leonard Floyd will lead the team in sacks. Moore didn't get much action in this first five weeks last year, seeing less than 50% of the offensive snaps twice and another game with zero snaps played. Kmet had a strange 2021, as he had 93 targets and 19 red zone targets but no touchdowns. Thanks to the experts for sharing their advice! 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, 2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, 2023 NFL combine preview: 15 future fantasy football stars to watch. Mike Clay: Pat Freiermuth, Pittsburgh Steelers Bold prediction for 2022: Defensive end Carl Lawson will rack up 12 sacks. Describe the QB situation in three words: Now or never. Miles Sanders will surprise folks in 2022 during a contract year and break out. Quarterback Tom Brady called his comeback after a 40-day retirement "unfinished business." Fantasy football rookie rankings 2022: Breece Hall headlines top-40 dynasty rookies Rachaad White, running back, Tampa Bay Buccaneers White should be the RB to work in unison with Leonard. There are two big reasons for this. SEA | TB | TEN | WSH. -- Bowen, Osborn stood out throughout training camp, even while sharing the field with superstar Justin Jefferson. -- Getzenberg, Fantasy breakout candidate: WR Gabe Davis, With more anticipated volume in one of the league's top offenses, Davis has serious breakout potential as a No. Tristan H. Cockcroft: J.K. Dobbins, RB, Baltimore Ravens Adams is the best receiver in the NFL, and he's also the best player who will be debuting with a new team. -- Wagoner, Ward battled a muscle strain in the middle of camp, but before that, he looked every bit the part of the No. It's the coverage traits and the physical profile of Surtain that vaults him into the discussion of the league's top cornerbacks. ESPN analyst Matt Bowen also makes bold predictions on big questions including: Will the New England Patriots miss the playoffs? Bold prediction for 2022: Pickens will lead all rookies in TD catches. In addition, the schedule also looks challenging late in the season, with two games against the Bills and one versus the defending AFC champion Bengals. Bold prediction for 2022: Derrick Henry will top 1,700 rushing yards. If the 2018 No. But Tagovailoa goes much later, meaning that you get the receivers' production baked in, but with much less risk. His issue has been bad choices at quarterback. His competition is Rex Burkhead, and after one breakout game in the preseason, really it was just five touches, Pierce took over that starting gig. 1. The season will be a success if the defense can match the expected play of the offense. He could steal more work as the season progresses and it is a very affordable way to get a piece of the Chiefs offense. NFL 2022 top NFL fantasy football breakout players at each position The NFL regular season starts in just 28 days, so it's time to start thinking about your fantasy team, and that. 2 target for Josh Allen. Describe the QB situation in three words: HOF to meh. 1-ranked Cowboys defense in a game in which he got ejected early. Both typically get drafted as top-20 receivers, which to me seems a little risky. Joe Kaiser: Darnell Mooney, WR, Chicago Bears Clay's projections and unit grades: Stacking all 32 teams, plus best offenses, defenses and schedules, Which quarterback could have a historic Year 2? I still have low expectations for this team as their biggest upgrade is head coach Doug Pederson. Bold prediction for 2022: Etienne will catch 60 passes in Doug Pederson's offense. Bold prediction for 2022: Rookie Desmond Ridder will replace Marcus Mariota as the starting QB in Week 6. -- Baby, Fantasy breakout candidate: Trent Taylor, WR, Taylor is hardly young at 28, and the Bengals have three other wideouts clearly ahead on the depth chart, but if one of them gets hurt, perhaps Taylor emerges. -- Bowen, Courtland Sutton has a 1,000-yard season and Pro Bowl trip on his rsum and looks like the Broncos' WR1. He looked like his old self again in camp, but his two injuries will be something to monitor as they get him back in the lineup. There are difference-makers on defense here, too. Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are BACK in the New Year for a special edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast! Wan'Dale Robinson is a great hedge in case Toney's injury hampers him. -- Eric Karabell, The Cowboys' offensive line takes a step back this season with Tyron Smith's injury and the departure of Connor Williams and La'el Collins. Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for another edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast! Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for a Super Bowl edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast! Thomas hasn't played in a game since January 2021, so it's hard to know whether he'll return to form. Will Derek Carr and Davante Adams dominate the passing game for the Las Vegas Raiders? Here are the players most likely to make the vaunted second-year leap. -- Bowen, Waller missed most of the second half of training camp with what was described as a hamstring issue, even as rumors floated that the 2020 Pro Bowl tight end was "holding in," waiting for a contract extension. -- Seifert, Most important discovery at camp: Christian Darrisaw, OT, The left tackle appears to have taken a big step since his rookie season, a huge development at such an important position. Could the Cowboys look at a running back in first round again? He has a chance to steal the job away from Sanders and he is going off the board in the double-digit rounds as an RB4. -- Bowen, Greenard flashed the ability to get to the quarterback in 2021, as he netted eight sacks in 12 games. Houston could use its two 2023 first-round picks to build around him instead of replacing him. Philips' 35-yard punt return in the second preseason game was an example of the dynamic playmaking ability that resulted in nine returns of 22 yards or more last year at UCLA. The team, which finished 3-13-1 last season, is still in the midst of a rebuild, but the front office has upgraded the roster through free agency and the draft this offseason. He fell into a situation where he will be the unquestioned Day One WR1 for the Falcons. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. They signed Duane Brown, 37, and moved Fant to right tackle, where he's not as good. Liz Loza: Kirk Cousins Joe Kaiser: Justin Fields, Chicago Bears 5 overall pick. Matt Bowen: Cole Kmet -- Terrell, Fantasy breakout candidate: Chris Olave, WR, Temper expectations for all of the Saints' pass-catchers since Thomas, Alvin Kamara, Olave and Jarvis Landry will have to share the pie. Mike Clay: Breece Hall, RB, New York Jets -- Ben Baby, Anyone who watched the Bengals for five minutes last postseason knew the offensive line needed to improve its pass blocking. Dynasty Fantasy Football Trade Advice: Targets Before NFL Free Agency, Ideal NFL Free Agency Landing Spots: Running Backs (2023 Fantasy Football), 2023 NFL Free Agent Running Backs: Kareem Hunt (Fantasy Football), Breakout Running Backs to Draft: Kenneth Walker III (2023 Fantasy Football), 10 Most Important Players of the Offseason (2023 Fantasy Football), Dynasty Rookie Draft Advice: Players to Avoid (2023 Fantasy Football), No, I'm a California resident looking for the California Consumer Privacy Act form. AP Photo/Derick Hingle . He had one of the best rookie years ever for a tight end (68 catches, 1,026 yards, one touchdown), but he has all the tools to become one of the NFL's best tight ends this season. -- Eric Moody, The Buccaneers are tied for the highest win total after going 13-4 last season. -- Trotter, Describe the QB situation in three words: Potentially a mess, Deshaun Watson is suspended for 11 games. -- Raanan. The Panthers have mismanaged the quarterback position during Rhule's time in charge. -- Woodyard, Fantasy breakout candidate: D'Andre Swift, RB, Swift is already quite valuable in fantasy, but the upside is there -- should he stay healthy and earn more volume -- to become one of the top running backs in the league. In 2022, he could see his numbers skyrocket now that Eric Ebron is no longer on the roster. Now he will have Tyreek Hill, who I believe is the most influential non-QB offensive player, along with Jaylen Waddle. New league weeks start every Thursday with TNF kickoff. Eric Karabell: Logan Thomas, Washington Commanders Correctly predicting and projecting them before the start. -- Bowen, The rookie had a strong preseason and looks poised to make a big contribution in his first season. The notoriously difficult position is one Gordon assumed immediately in training camp, and he has shown off his incredible range playing both inside and outside. Smith had the edge from the jump thanks to his experience in Shane Waldron's system and hasn't relinquished it. Darrisaw looked comfortable and appears to be the least of the concerns along the Vikings' offensive line. Stafford said the pain in his elbow is getting better and he feels he can do everything he needs to do on the field. Kyle Soppe: Jaylen Waddle Kyle Soppe: Christian Kirk, Jacksonville Jaguars Reuniting with Adams and getting a healthy Darren Waller back figures to improve his efficiency and push his passing touchdown total above 30. Before that, the second-round pick had been playing his way into a significant role alongside Rashaad Penny in Seattle's post-Chris Carson backfield. -- Jeff Legwold, Describe the QB situation in three words: Whole lot better, The Broncos' stumble through the quarterback wilderness over the past six seasons has been a big part of their playoff drought. The chemistry with Carr is real, and so is Adams' preternatural ability to get open and come down with the tough catch. He also managed a top-eight YPA and a top-12 true passer rating in back-to-back seasons. Keith Lipscomb: Darren Waller They ranked top-8 in that category the three seasons prior. Eric Karabell: Hunter Henry -- Reiss, Fantasy breakout candidate: Rhamondre Stevenson, RB, I don't want to overvalue Stevenson, since the Patriots' backfield is rarely fantasy-friendly and he could split reps with both Damien Harris and Ty Montgomery. Jalen Mills has emerged as the team's No. They have the best net rest schedule advantage in the NFL. Also, the lack of team speed is visible versus the NFL's top competition. But McKenzie is even more explosive and faster than Cole Beasley, meaning he could pick up more yards after the catch and even be targeted downfield at times. He's fast, elusive and a terrific receiver, and injured James Robinson is way behind Etienne in terms of September readiness. Field Yates: Aaron Rodgers. He will, however, be without Ben Roethlisberger this season. Tannehill's four red zone interceptions last year were the most in the league, as well. The Rams had turnover at two positions on the offensive line this offseason, including left tackle Andrew Whitworth, who retired after the Rams' Super Bowl LVI victory. With Miles Sanders' struggles catching passes, Gainwell could see even more targets as a receiver out of the backfield in 2022. But the remade defense, under new coordinator Patrick Graham, has to show up and keep games manageable. Pierce ran strong that night, breaking two tackles with 42 of his 49 yards coming after contact. Steven Pintado (The Fantasy Coaches), Mitch Trubisky (QB PIT) The only question is whether his great training camp translates to the regular season. Eric Karabell: Michael Thomas Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for a new edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast from the Fantasy Lounge! Prepare for early-season struggles against some stout defensive fronts. In fantasy football and the NFL, year three is typically when we see players break out. Daniel Dopp: Jerry Jeudy, Denver Broncos The Giants improved the offensive line, drafted more talent that can contribute immediately and have one of the easiest strength of schedules in the NFL this season. Despite the extra game, Diggs. Allen Robinson is now gone, so Kmet is likely sliding into that No. Chase Edmonds is going to be a big beneficiary of Hill and Waddle. A perfect example from this past of a third-year break-out player is Jalen Hurts. That is elite company. The season will be a success if QB Baker Mayfield becomes the player the Browns thought he would be. Let's get started with the Arizona Cardinals and go in alphabetical order: Jump to a team: They want to see if he can generate even more interceptions with more snaps, but this could also make him more vulnerable in the open field as a tackler. Liz Loza: Mike Gesicki, Miami Dolphins -- Tim McManus, Adding to Hurts' comfort level is the presence of Brown, who was acquired from the Titans on the first night of the draft for first- and third-round picks. He has earned the trust of quarterback Kirk Cousins, whose advocacy last season helped spur Osborn to seven touchdown receptions. To me, it is a player who is going to surpass his ADP and likely by a wide margin. Michael F. Florio's Top 25 Breakout Players for the 2022 Season. Olave is an especially good choice in dynasty formats. Tristan H. Cockcroft: Allen Robinson II That means backup Jacoby Brissett will have to keep the Browns in the playoff picture for a lot longer than initially anticipated -- and with a receiving corps that underwhelmed during the preseason. We can look at his composure, repetitive mechanics, timing and more. The Cowboys are asking a lot of Prescott, but that is what's expected of a $40 million quarterback. Also, the Texans' offensive roster is better than most think. They do have home games against the Falcons, Giants and Jets, but overall, it's too tough of a schedule to envision seven-plus wins. A starting role should increase his floor, while his fantasy ceiling remains sky-high in a high-powered offense. Without a true fit as an in-line tight end for McDaniel's system, the Dolphins will move Gesicki. -- Doug Kezirian. After another year of leading one of the NFL's best offenses, Leftwich will have his pick of the top jobs available in 2023. He played well enough to hold off veteran Bradley Roby all season even though the Saints sent the Texans a third-round and conditional sixth-round pick for Roby last September. -- Bowen. Which QB or TE has the best shot of having a breakout year in 2022 and why? Bateman has an excellent chance to finish as a top-20 fantasy receiver and could potentially finish in WR1 range. He has overhauled his staff to add more experience and strengthened the overall roster. Liz Loza: Deebo Samuel, San Francisco 49ers 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. The 2021 first overall pick is a bit of an unheralded breakout candidate and potential league . -- Pryor, Fantasy breakout candidate: Pat Freiermuth, TE, Freiermuth tied for first among tight ends in 2021 with 20 red zone targets. Contract, draft and trade decisions will all be weighed in the coming months. He had career highs in receptions (77) and receiving yards (982) last season, but based on training camp and his play in the preseason (eight targets and five catches in two quarters), he should not have trouble surpassing both if he stays healthy. This offense is downright frightful to opposing defenses, meaning the No. You don't currently have any notifications. Gardner, drafted No. Cousins is already an above-average quarterback, but this is probably the best opportunity of his career to jump a level into the leagues' top 10. Kmet caught 60 of 91 targets last season. With the NFL announcement that the Bills-Bengals game has been cancelled, here is the latest on how stat corrections from that non-resumed game will affect NFL Fantasy Football leagues. At the heart of their season was Christian Kirk proving everyone wrong who said the Jaguars. Gabriel Davis (WR BUF) Liz Loza: Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Most important discovery at camp: CB Tyson Campbell was the Jaguars' most impressive defensive player. Jeudy is one of those wide receivers coming into 2022 worth chancing a reach for. Eric Karabell: Travis Etienne Jr. The speedy wideout won the camp battle at slot receiver over Jamison Crowder, and the offense is going into the campaign with an emphasis on improving yards after catch (last in the league in YAC per reception in 2021), which could mean big things for McKenzie. He hasn't disappeared in Jefferson's shadow. -- McManus, Fantasy breakout candidate: Kenneth Gainwell, RB, Last season, Gainwell averaged 19 fantasy points per game in his best four games. -- Hensley, Fantasy breakout candidate: Rashod Bateman, WR, I see Bateman as a prime candidate to make that second-year jump as the primary wide receiver for Jackson in Baltimore. Kyle Soppe: Trey Lance A trip to the NFC title game is within reach assuming Hurts makes strides in his second season as the full-time starter. -- Mike Triplett, Kirk Cousins, Justin Jefferson, Dalvin Cook and the Vikings' offense should be great this season, but their defense should not be overlooked. Tristan H. Cockcroft: Irv Smith Jr. Eric Karabell: Cordarrelle Patterson Liz Loza: Marvin Jones Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars Producing consistent WR3 numbers in 2022 might be a stretch, but with Mayfield's deep-ball ability, he should see an increase in volume and opportunity as a potential No. Ryan will be the fifth starting quarterback in as many years for the Colts, and reaction to his change of locale has been mostly tepid. The over is a good bet because Minnesota could surprise bettors. -- Josh Weinfuss, The Cardinals traded for the receiver on the first day of the NFL draft, reuniting him with his college quarterback, Kyler Murray. Look for the team to re-sign Mayfield to a multiple-year extension after the veteran jump-starts the offense this season. Michael Pittman, Marquise Brown of regular opportunities season to foreshadow the liftoff, its time for to. | MIA | MIN Collins emerged as the season preternatural ability to get the. 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