With passing offences evolving, look towards slot receivers later on in your draft as sources of easy PPR points. They may not have the potential for massive weeks like the boom-or-bust deep threats, but the consistency will aid your lineup sanity.
- DeAndre Hopkins, HOU
115 receptions, 1572 receiving yards, 11 TDs, 276 points.
Has been among the elite fantasy WRs in three of the past four seasons.
- Michael Thomas, NO
125 receptions, 1405 receiving yards, 9 TDs, 253 points.
Led the league catches last year while finishing 11th overall with 147 targets.
- Davante Adams, GB
111 receptions, 1386 receiving yards, 13 TDs, 274.1 points.
If you extrapolate Adams’ worst game from 2018 over a 16-game season, he’d still be a top WR.
- Julio Jones, ATL
113 receptions, 1677 receiving yards, 8 TDs, 269.4 points.
He has consistently been among the top 10 WRs over the past five years and led the league in TDs in the second half.
- Odell Beckham Jr., CLE
77 receptions, 1052 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 191.8 points.
As long as he stays healthy, he’ll be among the top fantasy WRs, but has missed 16 games over the past two seasons.
- JuJu Smith-Schuster, PIT
111 receptions, 1426 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 241.4 points.
Though he officially becomes Pittsburgh’s top WR, we wouldn’t expect too much of a rise after racking up 166 targets in 2018.
- Tyreek Hill, KC
87 receptions, 1479 receiving yards, 13 TDs, 290.5 points.
After dodging a suspension in the off-season, Hill should be set for another explosive season.
- Mike Evans, WR
86 receptions, 1524 receiving yards, 8 TDs, 247.4 points.
The big Bucs target had eight 100-yard receiving games last season, third most in the league.
- Antonio Brown, OAK
104 receptions, 1297 receiving yards, 15 TDs, 271.7 points.
As we’re sure you’ve heard, Brown comes with a lot of dramatic baggage, but on the field he remains one of the best.
- Adam Thielen, MIN
113 receptions, 1373 receiving yards, 9 TDs, 250.8 points.
He was WR1 for the first half of the season, but just WR20 in the second half, finishing WR7.
- Robert Woods, LAR
86 receptions, 1219 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 222.6 points.
Despite topping teammate Brandin Cooks in every category last year, Woods’ ADP is currently seven spots lower.
- Keenan Allen, LAC
97 receptions, 1196 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 211.6 points.
As finally shed the injury-prone tag after playing every game the past two seasons including a 91% snap rate on passes.
- Brandin Cooks, LAR
80 receptions, 1204 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 203.2 points.
When the Rams talented WR trio all played, Cooks was second in target share at 23%, behind Woods.
- Stefon Diggs, MIN
102 receptions, 1021 receiving yards, 9 TDs, 215.3 points.
Recorded his first 1,000-yard season last year, but has yet to play 16 games in his for four NFL seasons.
- Amari Cooper, DAL
75 receptions, 1005 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 178 points.
From Week 9 on following his trade to Dallas, Cooper ranked as the ninth-best fantasy WR.
- Kenny Golladay, DET
70 receptions, 1063 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 172.1 points.
Broke out in his sophomore season, but his ceiling is limited by Lions’ run-first offence.
- Cooper Kupp, LAR
40 receptions, 566 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 115.1 points.
He’s back from a torn ACL in Week 10 last year and is reportedly faster than ever.
- Julian Edelman, NE
74 receptions, 850 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 170.4 points.
On a per-game basis, Edelman was WR12 last year and has thrived in games without Rob Gronkowski involved.
- D.J. Moore, CAR
55 receptions, 788 receiving yards, 2 TDs, 129.5 points.
Now the Panthers top WR, Moore averaged 19.4 points per game when getting 8+ targets.
- Alshon Jeffery, PHI
65 receptions, 843 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 152.8 points.
Increased his catch rate from 48% to 71% and was WR17 after returning from injury in Week 4.
- Tyler Lockett, SEA
57 receptions, 965 receiving yards, 10 TDs, 193.9 points.
Regression is expected after finishing as a WR2 despite just 70 targets, but that share should increase with Doug Baldwin’s retirement.
- T.Y. Hilton, IND
76 receptions, 1270 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 201 points.
With Andrew Luck, Hilton has played at a 1,367-yard pace over 16 games; without him, that pace drops to 982.
- Chris Godwin, TB
59 receptions, 842 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 155.7 points.
New coach Bruce Arians is high on him after, as a sophomore, ranked 25th in receiving yards and just 52nd in routes run.
- Tyler Boyd, CIN
76 receptions, 1028 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 183.1 points.
Even during games in which he and A.J. Green both played, the difference in targets was just 1.4 per contest.
- A.J. Green, CIN
46 receptions, 694 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 126.4 points.
An ultra-talented WR, Green has missed 12 games over the past three years and is already dealing with a high ankle sprain.
- Mike Williams, LAC
43 receptions, 664 receiving yards, 10 TDs, 158.7 points.
After scoring on 23% of his receptions last year, expect a regression in touchdowns.
- Allen Robinson II, CHI
55 receptions, 754 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 125.8 points.
The Bears’ top receiving option disappointed, connecting on just 59% of his targets and missing three games.
- Calvin Ridley, ATL
64 receptions, 821 receiving yards, 10 TDs, 174.8 points.
Scored six of his 10 TDs in a three-game span so some regression is expected, but should see targets increase.
- Josh Gordon, NE
41 receptions, 737 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 118.2 points.
We love his talent, but he’s back from yet another suspension and shouldn’t be counted on as more than a WR3 with that high risk involved.
- Sterling Shepard, NYG
66 receptions, 872 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 149.5 points.
He’s good to go after pre-season thumb injury and should be a WR3 option while Golden Tate serves his suspension.
- Sammy Watkins, KC
40 receptions, 519 receiving yards, 3 TDs, 95.1 points.
Due to injuries, Watkins hasn’t posted a top-40 season since 2015, but puts up good per-game numbers.
- Dede Westbrook, JAC
66 receptions, 717 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 146.5 points.
The upgrade at QB from Blake Bortles should solidify the third-year Jag as a WR3 option.
- Robby Anderson, NYJ
50 receptions, 752 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 131.4 points.
Got better as 2018 went on, averaging 10 targets per game from Week 10 on; is currently day to day with a calf injury.
- Jarvis Landry, CLE
81 receptions, 976 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 176.6 points.
After averaging 143.8 targets per season in his first five years, Landry has his 54% catch rate in 2018 should see a big drop with Beckham in town.
- Marvin Jones Jr., DET
35 receptions, 508 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 98.3 points.
A knee injury ended his season in Week 10, allowing Golladay to usurp him as the Lions top WR.
- Corey Davis, TEN
65 receptions, 891 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 151.1 points.
Despite finishing 18th in targets last year, Davis had just five top-40 fantasy weeks.
- Will Fuller V, HOU
32 receptions, 503 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 90.3 points.
With 11 TDs in 17 games over the past two seasons, Fuller has great potential if he can stay on the field.
- Jamison Crowder, NYJ
29 receptions, 388 receiving yards, 2 TDs, 68.3 points.
A trendy sleeper pick, the former Skin should operate in the slot for the Jets and should excel in PPR leagues.
- Christian Kirk, ARI
43 receptions, 590 receiving yards, 3 TDs, 102 points.
Has potential to be the Cards top receiver this season and has plenty of upside in their air raid offence.
- Donte Moncrief, PIT
48 receptions, 668 receiving yards, 3 TDs, 106.8 points.
We would expect JuJu’s numbers, but being the Steelers No. 2 WR has proven to be a solid spot.
- Emmanuel Sanders, DEN
71 receptions, 868 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 162.7 points.
Despite missing four games, Sanders finished as a top-25 WR last year but at age 32 and coming off a torn Achilles, we’d be cautious.
- Dante Pettis, SF
27 receptions, 467 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 90 points.
Showed his upside after finishing as a top-10 WR from Weeks 12-15 last year and should be considered a decent sleeper pick.
- Marquez Valdes-Scantling, GB
38 receptions, 581 receiving yards, 2 TDs, 92 points.
MVS emerged as the Packers’ No. 2 receiver and is a breakout candidate should he continue that in role.
- Courtland Sutton, DEN
42 receptions, 704 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 115.3 points.
Struggled down the stretch in a featured role, but posted decent numbers for a rookie overall.
- Michael Gallup, DAL
33 receptions, 507 receiving yards, 2 TDs, 81.2 points.
Should end up as the second WR option in Dallas and may have some big weeks as a deep threat.
- Curtis Samuel, CAR
39 receptions, 494 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 117.3 points.
A very hit-or-miss pick, Samuel scored seven TDs on just 47 touches while hauling in just 57% of his targets.
- Larry Fitzgerald, ARI
69 receptions, 734 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 151.1 points.
Is this it for Fitz? The future hall of famer saw a big drop in targets, catches and yardage last year.
- James Washington, PIT
16 receptions, 217 receiving yards, 1 TD, 35.7 points.
Seemingly lost the battle for the No. 2 WR spot in Pittsburgh, but could have some big games.
- DeSean Jackson, PHI
41 receptions, 774 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 130.8 points.
Broken finger reportedly won’t keep him out of Week 1, but remains a very hit-or-miss option.
- Adam Humphries, TEN
76 receptions, 816 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 150.7 points.
Posted career highs across the board last year before leaving for Tennessee this off-season.
THE NEXT 10
Devin Funchess, IND
44 receptions, 549 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 100.9 points.
Tyrell Williams, OAK
41 receptions, 653 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 117.3 points.
Keke Coutee, HOU
28 receptions, 287 receiving yards, 1 TD, 48.7 points.
Anthony Miller, CHI
33 receptions, 423 receiving yards, 7 TDs, 103.7 points.
Geronimo Allison, GB
20 receptions, 303 receiving yards, 2 TDs, 52.3 points.
Kenny Stills, MIA
37 receptions, 553 receiving yards, 6 TDs, 115.9 points.
DK Metcalf, SEA
2019 rookie
Golden Tate, NYG
74 receptions, 795 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 145.9 points.
Albert Wilson, MIA
26 receptions, 391 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 83.7 points.
John Brown, BUF
42 receptions, 715 receiving yards, 5 TDs, 122.9 points.
Mohamed Sanu, ATL
66 receptions, 838 receiving yards, 4 TDs, 149.4 points.
ROOKIES TO WATCH
Deebo Samuel, SF
2019 rookie
Marquise Brown, BAL
2019 rookie
Mecole Hardman, KC
2019 rookie
Jakobi Meyers, NE
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Andy Isabella, ARI
2019 rookie