-- Bowen, Greenard flashed the ability to get to the quarterback in 2021, as he netted eight sacks in 12 games. Tristan H. Cockcroft: Rondale Moore, Arizona Cardinals Los Angeles starts with one of its toughest tests of the season on the same night it will unveil the Super Bowl LVI banner: Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills. Daniel Dopp: Cole Kmet, Chicago Bears In addition, we have preseason power rankings, fantasy breakout players, over/under on wins, depth charts, schedules and rosters for every team. Most important discovery at camp: The offensive line is a bigger question mark than anyone could've imagined. He had 10.5 sacks and made the Pro Bowl as a rookie in 2019 but has had just 10 sacks in the 24 games since. Joe Kaiser: Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals Davis fits the bill. 2022 NFL Draft: Day 3 fantasy football recap. The season will be a success if Justin Fields shows tangible signs of improvement. Breakout: A player (rookies included) who will rise up with career-best numbers in 2022 and make a huge impact. Stephania Bell: Matt Ryan Eric Moody: Noah Fant, Seattle Seahawks You can find their picks below, and their analysis and insight on a selection of players they felt most passionate about in each category. They do not trust him near the goal line as he became the only running back in the Super Bowl era with more than 750 yards and no rushing TDs. -- Rothstein. Another rocky season will spark speculation about finding a replacement in the QB-rich 2023 draft. Only the 17th-highest-paid tight end in the NFL, Waller is a game-breaker when healthy but missed six games last season because of back and knee issues, and coach Josh McDaniels would not commit to Waller playing in the season opener. 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. The Giants will move on from quarterback Daniel Jones after this season, shifting their focus to the draft prep of Young. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Matt Bowen: Aaron Rodgers -- Wagoner, Fantasy breakout candidate: Trey Lance, QB, Lance is expected to thrive in Kyle Shanahan's fantasy-friendly offense. -- Michael Rothstein, Describe the QB situation in three words: Long-term planning, While the Falcons of course want to win in 2022, the quarterback spot between Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder comes down to whether either one of them shows to be the capable long-term starter beyond this season. Davenport had offseason surgery on his right shoulder and also underwent surgery to amputate part of his left pinky, so moving forward from those things will be key. It's not too late to play with friends and family. 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. 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. Specifically, Ryan's accuracy and timing make him an ideal fit for coach Frank Reich's West Coast-style offense. 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. Robinson should have his share of productive games, but if he's going among the top 25 at his position, he's too pricey for my tastes. Buy the Gabriel Davis breakout. He can be a big factor as a downfield option or in the red zone. The former Ohio State standout will show more refinement and technique, racking up big sack numbers a year after suffering a right knee injury. He can be much like Hurts was in 2020, which is a better fantasy QB than real-life QB. He has remained the Jets' top playmaker this summer. Bold prediction for 2022: Smith-Schuster will have more than 100 receptions. Havenstein is a leader for this Rams offense, but he said before training camp that he's letting his agent worry about a new contract so he can focus on football. 2 overall pick Aidan Hutchinson will lead all rookies in sacks. A perfect example from this past of a third-year break-out player is Jalen Hurts. Could the Cowboys look at a running back in first round again? Hes got an easy path to double-digit touchdowns after Henderson and Sony Michel combined for the second-most red zone touches among RBs last season, accompanied by the lowest rushing TD rate of any team. But he hasn't done enough in Pete Carroll's view to overtake former Wilson backup Geno Smith, who will start Week 1. Tua Tagovailoa is my favorite QB2 to target this season. Projecting the futures of Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and other Vikings veterans. The future looks like it starts now. And he'll be needed with Hopkins out for the first six games. But he also has the speed to separate and win downfield. But Washington owns the NFL's worst combined Total QBR over the past four seasons with 10 different starting quarterbacks. Beasley and Sanders also combined for more top-12 finishes than Stefon Diggs last season, which just showcases the weekly fantasy ceiling within reach for Davis. -- 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. Yes, he's 37 years old, but his 14 years in the league show he's durable (he has missed just one game in his 12 years as a starter) and an experienced decision-maker who can get the ball to his receivers quickly (another trait already on display at minicamp). 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. Is there a player you like, or is it . While Prescott is fine, will his offensive line be fine? Daniel Dopp: Aaron Rodgers The Panthers have mismanaged the quarterback position during Rhule's time in charge. Of course, there can be these players in the early rounds, but since they are getting drafted that early, it means many people expect a breakout. That was the game where the world learned the name Gabriel Davis, but this season will be the year he becomes a household name. -- 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. Mike Clay: Joe Burrow " - Derek Brown ( FantasyPros) Michael Carter (NYJ) "I'll be bullish on Michael Carter's. Most important discovery at camp: Saquon Barkley is back. I haven't bought in on this team under Rhule despite the addition of Mayfield and McCaffrey returning to the field. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. But Toney also passes the eye test, as not many humans have his combination of speed and shiftiness. He flashed his upside last season when he scored over 20 fantasy points in less than a half, coming in for an injured Jimmy Garoppolo. AP Photo/Derick Hingle . -- 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. He also managed a top-eight YPA and a top-12 true passer rating in back-to-back seasons. -- Courtney Cronin. -- Eric Moody. Ridder is an easy answer for Smith's play-action-based pass game, and it allows a rebuilding Falcons team to evaluate the position for the future. Stafford did not throw every day in practice during camp as the Rams worked to build up his arm. Eric Karabell: Hunter Henry Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for a special new edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast from the Fantasy Lounge! Jalen Hurts, Deebo Samuel and Cordarrelle Patterson were just a few players who broke out in a big way for fantasy managers last year. Bold prediction for 2022: Safety Jaquan Brisker will lead all rookies in interceptions. When he's rushing right, as he did in the second half of 2020, Young is a dynamic defensive playmaker, but one who needs to mature as a pass-rusher. Tristan H. Cockcroft: Aaron Rodgers WR Gabriel Davis: No other Buffalo skill player comes close to Davis for breakout honors. Listed below are some high-end breakout candidates that I target in drafts: Kyle Pitts, Jalen Hurts, Travis Etienne, Breece Hall, Michael Pittman, Marquise Brown. Eric Moody: Dallas Goedert, Philadelphia Eagles The season will be a success if the Bills win the Super Bowl. Eric Moody: Aaron Rodgers -- Davenport, Fantasy breakout candidate: Robert Woods, WR, Robert Woods is projected for 106 targets and has an average draft position of WR46 in ESPN leagues. Even with wideout Tim Patrick's season-ending knee injury, the Broncos have enough playmakers to make it all go. Players to Buy Back in on in 2022 Stefon Diggs finished as the WR7 in total points and the WR10 in fantasy PPG after finishing third in both of those in 2020. Eric Moody: Dameon Pierce, Houston Texans Brown's ability to operate over the middle and create after the catch is making Hurts' job easier. -- Bowen, The quarterback played through a right elbow injury last season and is still dealing with soreness. But if you are looking for a guy primed for a big jump, that's Jeudy. -- Teicher, Fantasy breakout candidate: JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, Smith-Schuster could draw upwards of 120 looks in an offense with more than 250 vacated targets. Inside the Lions' facility, his growing popularity has earned the nickname "Rodrigo," and he has become a star on HBO's "Hard Knocks." So, who has the best shot at significantly outperforming their draft cost? With favorable matchups against the Giants, Panthers, Jaguars, Jets and Falcons, the Ravens might have better luck in close contests this season. At 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, Collins thrives in contested situations, dominating on the outside and in the red zone. -- 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. He has to prove on the field that he can be a consistent high-end starter. Coach Nick Sirianni said the joint practices with the Miami Dolphins on Aug. 24 were Jalen Hurts' best practices since Sirianni arrived in Philadelphia. 1. Look for Joseph to be one of the top candidates after his Arizona defense registers top-10 numbers this season. Tannehill's four red zone interceptions last year were the most in the league, as well. By rule, he'll miss at least four games, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him miss a few more. -- Erin Dolan. It sounds odd to expect better things from the former Bear, but if were talking about a best shot to break out, you couldnt ask for a better culture of excellence to surround you than the Pittsburgh Steelers. Kyle Soppe: Christian Kirk, Jacksonville Jaguars -- Eric Moody. Herbert is elite and they have improved their defense. Pickens fell in the draft after an ACL tear in his right knee in 2021, but he has shown no lingering effects from the injury. Matt Bowen: Trey Lance Significant improvement in that area doesn't fall solely to Karlaftis, one of the team's two first-round picks this year, but he needs to be part of the solution and not part of the problem. Isiah Pacheco has had a lot of hype out of Chiefs camp and has played with the ones in the preseason. Our panel comprises the following ESPN Fantasy writers and editors: Stephania Bell, Matt Bowen, Mike Clay, Tristan H. Cockcroft, Daniel Dopp, Joe Kaiser, Eric Karabell, Keith Lipscomb, Liz Loza, Eric Moody, Kyle Soppe and Field Yates. Recording 16 career touchdowns of 40-plus yards at Clemson, there's no denying Etienne's skills in space. Describe the QB situation in three words: Future is now? 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. . "There was a volume to the offense that can become overwhelming to a rookie, and he's not dealing with that, so he's able to go out and play fast," offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi said about Palmer. That could mean massive volume on a team that is expected to trail often. 2022 Top 12 fantasy football rookies. Chase Edmonds is going to be a big beneficiary of Hill and Waddle. Mike Clay: Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns Hutchinson's playing style, paired with defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's scheme, puts the rookie in a position to create pocket disruption and the ability to win one-on-ones. -- Henderson, Fantasy breakout candidate: Rashaad Penny, RB, Now that Kenneth Walker III is out after undergoing a procedure to repair a hernia, Penny is the lead back in the Seahawks' committee. Bold prediction for 2022: Lamar Jackson will not sign a new deal this season. -- Woodyard, He's a man on a mission. Gardner will have growing pains, sure, but he has the skill and swagger to change the personality of the defense. Eric Karabell: Jerry Jeudy, WR, Denver Broncos Field Yates: Gabriel Davis, WR, Buffalo Bills If Penny stays healthy all year, he is a lock to outlive his draft cost. The Seahawks believe their revamped defensive scheme can get Adams back to being a pass-rushing force, but he's got to stay healthy to do that. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Joe Kaiser: Jerry Jeudy -- Katherine Terrell, He finally worked his way back from the left ankle injury that has taken over his career for the past two years, but a new hamstring issue popped up at the end of training camp. 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. Im going to go with Mitch Trubisky. 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. That might be all it takes to supplant one of several ordinary veteran wide receivers. -- Terrell, Contract-year player: Marcus Davenport, DE, He is playing out his fifth-year option, and the main concern is his health. Keith Lipscomb: Garrett Wilson, New York Jets Joe Kaiser: Evan Engram, Jacksonville Jaguars A healthy Derrick Henry is their best weapon, but I see regression looming for this team, especially after losing wideouts A.J. Lazard established career highs last season with 40 catches for 513 yards and three touchdowns in a secondary role. 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. 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." In Eberflus' system, Brisker can play top down on the ball and create disruption in the middle of the field. " Gabriel Davis screams breakout season for the 2022 year. Will his receiving corps be fine? At the heart of their season was Christian Kirk proving everyone wrong who said the Jaguars. The season will be a success if the Patriots register at least one playoff win. -- Cimini, Fantasy breakout candidate: Elijah Moore, WR, Lots of intriguing candidates on the Jets with rookies Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall. He had an opportunity to lead the Titans on a game-winning drive against the Bengals in the divisional playoff game last season, but he joined Brett Favre and Dom Strock as the only quarterbacks since 1980 to throw an interception in the final minute of a tie game in the postseason. -- Barshop, Fantasy breakout candidate: Allen Robinson II, WR, Last season's plummet in Chicago was disturbing, and he just turned 29. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. London is the best bet to be this year's breakout rookie receiver. It's something they haven't done the past two years. Justin Fields is also in that group and while he doesn't have the strongest supporting cast, he should add lots of points with his legs. Lets not forget that Davis should expect a heavy dose of red zone looks with his bigger-bodied frame. Drew Lock has flashed plenty of talent. Mac Jones led all rookie QBs in completion percentage (68%) against the fifth-most-difficult schedule against the pass. 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. -- Doug Kezirian. The Bears have a lot of work to do in building around the former first-round pick, and they won't truly know whether he's their long-term option until the end of this season. The Saints have the ability to push the ball down the field with a healthy Jameis Winston at quarterback. He was on pace for more than 1,500 yards last season, before a partially torn posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee took away his burst. Which first-round prospects should Raiders focus on at combine? Lets see how he does under the tutelage of new Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson, who once coaxed an MVP-caliber season out of Carson Wentz and managed to win a Super Bowl in Philadelphia with Nick Foles running his offense. The Commanders' defense, under pressure after a poor season, will need his playmaking. Quarterback Russell Wilson has spent plenty of time getting in sync with Jeudy, who has been a regular in the quarterback meetings to try to speed up that process. 32 NFL teams, 32 looming free agent decisions: Which players will return to their team? In a loaded AFC, I don't see the Patriots as a playoff team. With Davante Adams departing in the offseason, the Packers wide receiver core has become a curious one for fantasy football enthusiasts. -- Trotter, Describe the QB situation in three words: Potentially a mess, Deshaun Watson is suspended for 11 games. -- Doug Kezirian. 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