FRANK MILLS FOOTBALL COMPLETE FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT GUIDE

FRANK MILLS FOOTBALL POINTS PER RECEPTION DRAFT RANKINGS

RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE
13 1 Michael Thomas
1 Patrick Mahomes Chiefs 10 1 Christian McCaffrey Panthers 6 2 Davante Adams Saints 6 1 Travis Kelce Chiefs 10
11 3 DeAndre Hopkins
2 Russell Wilson Seahawks 6 2 Alvin Kamara Saints 9 4 Mike Evans Packers 5 2 George Kittle 49ers 11
7 5 Cooper Kupp
3 Drew Brees Saints 6 3 Saquon Barkley Giants 8 6 Kenny Golladay Cardinals 8 3 Darren Waller Raiders 6
10 7 Adam Thielen
4 Kyler Murray Cardinals 8 4 Miles Sanders Eagles 7 8 DJ Chark Jr Buccaneers 13 4 Zach Ertz Eagles 9
5 9 Courtland Sutton
5 Lamar Jackson Ravens 8 5 Dalvin Cook Vikings 6 10 JuJu Smith-Schuster Rams 9 5 Mark Andrews Ravens 8
8 11 Stefon Diggs
6 Tom Brady Buccaneers 13 6 Kenyan Drake Cardinals 11 12 T.Y Hilton Lions 5 6 Hayden Hurst Falcons 10
9 13 Julio Jones
7 Carson Wentz Eagles 9 7 Ezekiel Elliott Cowboys 10 14 Amari Cooper Vikings 7 7 O.J Howard Buccaneers 13
11 15 A.J Brown
8 Aaron Rodgers Packers 5 8 Derrick Henry Titans 9 16 Chris Godwin Jaguars 7 8 Jack Doyle Colts 7
10 17 DJ Moore
9 DeShaun Watson Texans 8 9 Aaron Jones Packers 6 18 Allen Robinson Broncos 8 9 Noah Fant Broncos 8
9 19 Odell Beckham Jr
10 Jared Goff Rams 9 10 Josh Jacobs Raiders 10 20 Tyreek Hill Steelers 8 10 Eric Ebron Steelers 8
7 21 Tyler Lockett
11 Nick Foles Bears 11 11 Melvin Gordon Broncos 8 22 A.J Green Bills 11 11 Evan Engram Giants 11
7 23 Keenan Allen
12 Matt Ryan Falcons 10 12 Le'Veon Bell Jets 13 24 Jarvis Landry Colts 7 12 Austin Hooper Browns 9
5 25 Breshad Perriman
13 Dak Prescott Cowboys 10 13 Joe Mixon Bengals 8 26 Robby Anderson Falcons 10 13 Jared Cook Saints 6
9 27 DeVante Parker
14 Baker Mayfield Browns 9 14 Austin Ekeler Chargers 11 28 Terry McLaurin Cowboys 10 14 Hunter Henry Chargers 10
8 29 Julian Edelman
15 Matthew Stafford Lions 5 15 Devin Singletary Bills 6 30 Sterling Shepard Titans 7 15 Blake Jarwin Cowboys 10
11 31 Robert Woods
16 Teddy Bridgewater Panthers 13 16 Nick Chubb Browns 7 32 Calvin Ridley Buccaneers 13 16 Mike Gesicki Dolphins 11
5 33 Tyler Boyd
17 Jimmy Garoppalo 49ers 11 17 Todd Gurley Falcons 8 34 Marvin Jones Panthers 13 17 Jonnu Smith Titans 7
8 35 Christian Kirk
18 Kirk Cousins Vikings 7 18 Chris Carson Seahawks 7 36 Curtis Samuel Bears 11 18 Tyler Higbee Rams 9
9 37 Michael Gallup
19 Josh Allen Bills 11 19 Kareem Hunt Browns 10 38 Jamison Crowder Browns 9 19 Ian Thomas Panthers 13
8 39 Anthony Miller
20 Daniel Jones Giants 11 20 Clyde Edwards-Helaire Chiefs 7 40 Darius Slayton Chiefs 10 20 Dallas Goedert Eagles 9
13 41 Mike Williams
21 Cam Newton Patriots 6 21 Marlon Mack Colts 11 42 Jerry Jeudy Seahawks 6 21 T.J Hockenson Lions 5
8 43 D.K Metcalf
22 Joe Burrow Bengals 9 22 David Johnson Texans 8 44 Allen Lazard Bengals 9 22 Rob Gronkowski Buccaneers 13
11 45 Cole Beasley
23 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers 8 23 Leonard Fournette Jaguars 6 46 Denzel Mims Chargers 10 23 Chris Herndon Jets 11
11 47 Hunter Renfrow
24 Phillip Rivers Colts 7 24 Ke'Shawn Vaughn Bucs 10 48 Justin Jefferson Browns 9 24 Greg Olsen Seahawks 6
11 49 Golden Tate
25 Ryan Tannehill Titans 7 25 Kerryon Johnson Lions 8 50 Preston Williams Jets 11 25 Irv Smith Vikings 7
8 51 CeeDee Lamb
26 Drew Lock Broncos 8 26 Anthony McFarland Steelers 9 52 Marquise Brown Panthers 13 26 Kyle Rudolph Vikings 7
11 53 Alshon Jeffery
27 Gardner Minschew Jaguars 7 27 Cam Akers Rams 10 54 Michael Pittman JR Dolphins 11 27 Dawson Knox Bills 11
6 55 Randall Cobb
28 Sam Darnold Jets 11 28 Tarik Cohen Bears 11 56 N'Keal Harry Redskins 8 28 Tyler Eifter Jaguars 7
10 57 Brandon Aiyuk
29 Tyrod Taylor Chargers 10 29 Phillip Lindsey Broncos 5 58 John Brown Patriots 6 29 Cole Kmet Bears 11
11 59 Steven Sims
30 Tua Tagovailoa Dolphins 11 30 James White Patriots 13 60 Diontae Johnson Giants 11 30 Jace Sternberger Packers 5
6 61 Will Fuller
31 Derek Carr Raiders 6 31 Matt Breida Dolphins 11 62 Larry Fitzgerald Rams 9 31 Devin Asiasi Patriots 6

32 Kyle Allen Redskins 8 32 Jonathan Taylor Colts 63 Tee Higgins Falcons 10 32 CJ Uzomah Bengals 9
64 Danny Amendola
33 Dwayne Haskins Redskins 8 33 D'Andre Swift Lions 65 Mohammed Sanu Bengals 9 33 Jeremy Sprinkle Redskins 8
66 Bisi Johnson
34 Ryan Fitzpatrick Dolphins 11 34 Duke Johnson Texans 67 Brandin Cooks Lions 5 34 Adam Trautman Saints 6
68 Emmanuel Sanders
35 Justin Herbert Chargers 10 35 Antonio Gibson Redskins 69 Parris Campbell Cardinals 8 35 David Njoku Browns 9
70 Josh Reynolds
36 Jarrett Stidham Patriots 6 36 Darrynton Evans Titans 71 Van Jefferson Panthers 13 36 Vance McDonald Steelers 8
72 Chase Claypool
37 Mitch Trubisky Bears 11 37 Gio Bernard Bengals 73 Devin Funchess Cowboys 10 37 Dan Arnold Cardinals 8
74 K.J Hamler
38 Jameis Winston Saints 6 38 Joshua Kelly Chargers 75 Laviska Shenault Jets 11 38 Foster Moreau Raiders 6
76 Andy Isabella
39 Brian Hoyer Patriots 6 37 Justice Hill Ravens 77 Jalen Reagor Bears 11 39 Trey Burton Colts 7
78 Mecole Hardman
40 Marcus Mariots Raiders 6 38 Chris Thompson Jaguars 79 Kendrick Bourne Giants 11 40 Gerald Everett Rams 9
80 Ted Ginn Jr
41 Taysom Hill Saints 6 39 Dare Ogunbowale Bucs Chargers 10 41 Albert Okwuegbunam Broncos 8

42 Jalen Hurts Eagles 9 40 Dion Lewis Giants Broncos 8 42 Dalton Keene Patriots 6

43 Andy Dalton Cowboys 10 41 James Conner Steelers Seahawks 6 43 Kaden Smith Giants 11

44 Case Keenum Browns 9 42 Mark Ingram Ravens Packers 5 44 Anthony Firkser Titans 7

45 Mason Rudolph Steelers 8 43 David Montgomery Bears Bills 11 45 Jimmy Graham Bears 11

46 P.J Walker Panthers 13 44 Sony Michel Patriots Jets 11 46 Cameron Brate Buccaneers 13

47 Blaine Gabbert Bucs 13 45 Tevin Coleman 49ers Raiders 6 47 Jesse James Lions 5

48 Matt Barkley Bills 11 46 Damien Williams Chiefs Vikings 7 48 Ricky Seals-Jones Chiefs 10

49 Mike Glennon Jaguars 7 47 Raheem Mostert 49ers Giants 11 49 Josh Oliver Jaguars 7

50 Chase Daniel Lions 5 48 Derrius Guice Redskins Dolphins 11 50 Nick Boyle Ravens 8

49 J.K Dobbins Ravens Cowboys 10

50 Boston Scott Eagles Ravens 8

51 Jordan Howard Dolphins Eagles 9

52 Ito Smith Falcons Colts 7 RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE

53 Rex Burkhead Patriots Texans 8 1 Justin Tucker Ravens 8

54 Zack Moss Bills Patriots 6 2 Greg Zuerlein Cowboys 10

55 Tony Pollard Cowboys 49ers 11 3 Will Lutz Saints 6

56 Jamaal Williams Packers Bills 11 4 Matt Gay Buccaneers 13

57 La'Mical Perine Jets Redskins 8 5 Harrison Butker Chiefs 10

58 Rodney Smith Panthers Steelers 8 7 Jake Elliott Eagles 9

59 Lynn Bowden JR Raiders Texans 8 8 Michael Badgley Chargers 10

60 Kyle Juszczyk 49ers Cardinals 8 9 Robbie Gould 49ers 11

Bengals 9 10 Matt Prater Lions 5

Lions 5 11 Daniel Carlson Raiders 6

Patriots 6 12 Josh Lambo Jaguars 7

Vikings 7 13 Zane Gonzalez Cardinals 8

Texans 8 14 Justin Rohrwasser Patriots 6

Saints 6 15 Dan Bailey Vikings 7

Colts 7 16 Joey Slye Panthers 13

Rams 9 17 Ka'imi Fairbairn Texans 8

Rams 9 18 Mason Crosby Packers 5

Steelers 8 19 Brandon McManus Broncos 8

Packers 5 20 Jason Myers Seahawks 6

Broncos 8 21 Chris Boswell Steelers 8

Jaguars 7 22 Austin Seibert Browns 9

Cardinals 8 23 Eddy Pinheiro Bears 11

Eagles 9 24 Randy Bullock Bengals 9

Chiefs 10 25 Brett Maher Jets 11

49ers 11 26 Jason Sanders Dolphins 11

Bears 11 27 Greg Joseph Titans 7

28 Chandler Catanzaro Giants 11

29 Dustin Hopkins Redskins 8

30 Tyler Bass Bills 11

31 Rodrigo Blankenship Colts 7

32 Younghoe Koo Falcons 10

33 Sam Sloman Rams 9

34 Stephen Hauschka Bills 11

35 Chase McLaughlin Colts 7

FRANK MILLS FOOTBALL DYNASTY DRAFT RANKINGS

RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE

1 Lamar Jackson Ravens 8 1 Christian McCaffrey Panthers 13 1 Michael Thomas Saints 6 1 Travis Kelce Chiefs 10

2 Patrick Mahomes Chiefs 10 2 Saquon Barkley Giants 11 2 Davante Adams Packers 5 2 George Kittle 49ers 11

3 Russell Wilson Seahawks 6 3 Ezekiel Elliott Cowboys 10 3 Tyreek Hill Chiefs 10 3 Mark Andrews Ravens 8

4 Kyler Murray Cardinals 8 4 Dalvin Cook Vikings 7 4 Kenny Golladay Lions 5 4 Darren Waller Raiders 6

5 Matt Ryan Falcons 10 5 Derrick Henry Titans 7 5 Julio Jones Falcons 10 5 Zach Ertz Eagles 9

6 Josh Allen Bills 11 6 Aaron Jones Packers 5 6 DeAndre Hopkins Cardinals 8 6 Tyler Higbee Rams 9

7 DeShaun Watson Texans 8 7 Alvin Kamara Saints 6 7 Chris Godwin Buccaneers 13 7 Austin Hooper Browns 9

8 Drew Brees Saints 6 8 Leonard Fournette Jaguars 7 8 Courtland Sutton Broncos 8 8 Hayden Hurst Falcons 10

9 Dak Prescott Cowboys 10 9 Josh Jacobs Raiders 6 9 T.Y Hilton Colts 7 9 Evan Engram Giants 11

10 Baker Mayfield Browns 9 10 Miles Sanders Eagles 9 10 D.J Chark Jaguars 7 10 Mike Gesicki Dolphins 11

11 Matthew Stafford Lions 5 11 Joe Mixon Bengals 9 11 Deebo Samuel 49ers 11 11 Noah Fant Broncos 8

12 Carson Wentz Eagles 9 12 Kenyan Drake Cardinals 8 12 Stefon Diggs Bills 11 12 Hunter Henry Chargers 10

13 Tom Brady Buccaneers 13 13 Nick Chubb Browns 9 13 Cooper Kupp Rams 9 13 Rob Gronknowski Buccaneers 13

14 Aaron Rodgers Packers 5 14 Le'Veon Bell Jets 11 14 Adam Thielen Vikings 7 14 T.J Hockenson Lions 5

15 Phillip Rivers Colts 7 15 Austin Ekeler Chargers 10 15 Amari Cooper Cowboys 10 15 Chris Herndon Jets 11

16 Kirk Cousins Vikings 7 16 Clyde Edwards-Helaire Chiefs 10 16 Odell Beckham JR Browns 9 16 Eric Ebron Steelers 8

17 Teddy Bridgewater Panthers 13 17 Melvin Gordon Broncos 8 17 Mike Evans Buccaneers 13 17 Jack Doyle Colts 7

18 Daniel Jones Giants 11 18 Raheem Mostert 49ers 11 18 Terry McLaurin Redskins 8 18 Greg Olsen Seahawks 6

19 Jared Goff Rams 9 19 Mark Ingram Ravens 8 19 DK Metcalf Seahawks 6 19 Dawson Knox Bills 11

20 Joe Burrow Bengals 9 20 Cam Akers Rams 9 20 Devante Parker Dolphins 11 20 Darren Fells Texans 8

21 Cam Newton Patriots 6 21 Matt Breida Dolphins 11 21 A.J Brown Titans 7 21 Irv Smith Vikings 7

22 Jimmy Garoppolo 49ers 11 22 James Conner Steelers 8 22 Ju-Ju Smith Schuster Steelers 8 22 Kyle Rudolph Vikings 7

23 Gardner Minshew Jaguars 7 23 David Montgomery Bears 11 23 D.J Moore Panthers 13 23 Tyler Eifert Jaguars 7

24 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers 8 24 Todd Gurley Falcons 10 24 Mike Williams Chargers 10 24 Blake Jarwin Cowboys 10

25 Ryan Tannehill Titans 7 25 Jonathan Taylor Colts 7 25 Allen Robinson Bears 11 25 Devin Asiasi Patriots 6

26 Derek Carr Raiders 6 26 Ke'Shawn Vaughn Buccaneers 13 26 Tyler Lockett Seahawks 6 26 Jimmy Graham Bears 11

27 Sam Darnold Jets 11 27 Carlos Hyde Seahawks 6 27 Robert Woods Rams 9 27 Jace Sternberger Packers 5

28 Drew Lock Broncos 8 28 Adrian Peterson Redskins 8 28 Keenan Allen Chargers 10 28 Jonnu Smith Titans 7

29 Nick Foles Bears 11 29 Tarik Cohen Bears 11 29 A.J Green Bengals 9 29 Ian Thomas Panthers 13

30 Justin Herbert Chargers 10 30 Jordan Howard Dolphins 11 30 Darius Slayton Giants 11 30 David Njoku Browns 9

31 Dwayne Haskins Redskins 8 31 Derrius Guice Redskins 8 31 Marquise Brown Ravens 8 31 Cole Kmet Bears 11

32 Tua Tagovailoa Dolphins 11 32 Devin Singletary Bills 11 32 Tyler Boyd Bengals 9 32 Dallas Goedert Eagles 9

33 Ryan Fitzpatrick Dolphins 11 33 Damien Williams Chiefs 10 33 Alshon Jeffrey Eagles 9 33 O.J Howard Buccaneers 13

34 Tyrod Taylor Chargers 10 34 Marlon Mack Colts 7 34 Diontae Johnson Steelers 8 34 Jeremy Sprinkle Redskins 8

35 Marcus Mariota Raiders 6 35 Phillip Lindsay Broncos 8 35 Tyrell Williams Raiders 6 35 C.J Uzomah Bengals 9

36 Kyle Allen Redskins 8 36 Latavius Murray Saints 6 36 Anthony Miller Bears 11 36 Maxx Williams Cardinals 8

37 Jarrett Stidham Patriots 6 37 D''Andre Swift Lions 5 37 Emmanuel Sanders Saints 6 37 Trey Burton Colts 7

38 Mitchell Trubisky Bears 11 38 Alexander Mattison Vikings 7 38 Preston Williams Dolphins 11 38 Tyler Kroft Bills 11

39 Case Keenum Browns 9 39 J.K Dobbins Ravens 8 39 Will Fuller Texans 8 39 Brycen Hopkins Rams 9

40 Brian Hoyer Patriots 6 40 Tevin Coleman 49ers 11 40 Sterling Shepard Giants 11 40 Albert Okwuegbunam Broncos 8

41 Jalen Hurts Eagles 9 41 Kareem Hunt Browns 9 41 CeeDee Lamb Cowboys 10

42 Mason Rudolph Steelers 8 42 Duke Johnson Texans 8 42 Robby Anderson Panthers 13

43 Will Grier Panthers 13 43 Ronald Jones Buccaneers 13 43 Mecole Hardman Chiefs 10

44 Jeff Driskel Broncos 8 44 Zack Moss Bills 11 44 Kendrick Bourne 49ers 11 RANK PLAYER TEAM BYE

45 Colt McCoy Giants 11 45 Frank Gore Jets 11 45 DeMarcus Robinson Chiefs 10 1 Justin Tucker Ravens 8

46 A.J McCarron Texans 8 46 Malcolm Brown Rams 9 46 Justin Jefferson Vikings 7 2 Greg Zuerlein Cowboys 10

47 Mike Glennon Jaguars 7 47 A.J Dillon Packers 5 47 Jerry Jeudy Broncos 8 3 Will Lutz Saints 6

48 Jordan Love Packers 5 48 Lynn Bowden Raiders 6 48 N'Keal Harry Patriots 6 4 Matt Gay Buccaneers 13

49 Joe Flacco Jets 11 49 Nyheim Hines Colts 7 49 Josh Reynolds Rams 9 5 Harrison Butker Chiefs 10

50 Ryan Finley Bengals 9 50 Boston Scott Eagles 9 50 Tee Higgins Bengals 9 7 Jake Elliott Eagles 9

51 Kerryon Johnson Lions 5 51 Randall Cobb Texans 8 8 Michael Badgley Chargers 10

52 Joshua Kelly Chargers 10 52 Jalen Reagor Eagles 9 9 Robbie Gould 49ers 11

53 Tony Pollard Cowboys 10 53 Breshad Perriman Jets 11 10 Matt Prater Lions 5

54 Darrynton Evans Titans 7 54 Julian Edelman Patriots 6 11 Daniel Carlson Raiders 6

55 Ginovani Bernard Bengals 9 55 Christian Kirk Cardinals 8 12 Josh Lambo Jaguars 7

56 Anthony McFarland Steelers 8 56 Chase Claypool Steelers 8 13 Zane Gonzalez Cardinals 8

57 Dion Lewis Giants 11 57 Cole Beasley Bills 11 14 Justin Rohrwasser Patriots 6

58 Gus Edwards Ravens 8 58 Mohamed Sanu Patriots 6 15 Dan Bailey Vikings 7

59 Reggie Bonnafon Panthers 13 59 Brandon Aiyuk 49ers 11 16 Joey Slye Panthers 13

60 Justice Hill Ravens 8 60 Allen Lazard Packers 5 17 Ka'imi Fairbairn Texans 8

61 Rex Burkhead Patriots 6 61 Hunter Renfrow Raiders 6 18 Mason Crosby Packers 5

62 Ito Smith Falcons 10 62 Marvin Jones Lions 5 19 Brandon McManus Broncos 8

63 La'Mical Perine Jets 11 63 Miles Boykin Ravens 8 20 Jason Myers Seahawks 6

64 Bryce Love Redskins 8 64 Denzel Mims Jets 11 21 Chris Boswell Steelers 8

65 Justin Jackson Chargers 10 65 Bisi Johnson Vikings 7 22 Austin Seibert Browns 9

66 Mike Boone Vikings 7 66 Hakeem Butler Cardinals 8 23 Eddy Pinheiro Bears 11

67 Damien Harris Patriots 6 67 Albert Wilson Dolphins 11 24 Randy Bullock Bengals 9

68 Benny Lemay Browns 9 68 Chris Conley Jaguars 7 25 Brett Maher Jets 11

69 Chris Thompson Jaguars 7 69 Antonio Gibson Redskins 8 26 Jason Sanders Dolphins 11

70 Rodney Anderson Bengals 9 70 Michael Pittman Jr Colts 7 27 Greg Joseph Titans 7

71 Jerick McKinnon 49ers 11 71 Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals 8 28 Chandler Catanzaro Giants 11

72 Ollison Falcons 10 72 Kenny Stills Texans 8 29 Dustin Hopkins Redskins 8

73 DeeJay Dallas Seahawks 6 73 Parris Campbell Colts 7 30 Tyler Bass Bills 11

74 Ryquell Armstead Jaguars 7 74 Russell Gage Falcons 10 31 Rodrigo Blankenship Colts 7

75 DeAndre Washington Chiefs 10 75 Brandin Cooks Texans 8 32 Younghoe Koo Falcons 10

76 KJ Hamler Broncos 8 33 Sam Sloman Rams 9

77 Adam Humphries Titans 7 34 Stephen Hauschka Bills 11

78 Devin Funchess Packers 5 35 Chase McLaughlin Colts 7

79 Antonio Gandy-Golden Redskins 8

80 Devin Duvernay Ravens 8

FRANK MILLS FOOTBALL FANTASY TARGET DEPTH CHART

TEAM 1 23 45 6

BUFFALO Stefon Diggs Cole Beasley John Brown Devin Singletary Dawson Knox Zack Moss

MIAMI Preston Williams DeVante Parker Albert Wilson Mike Gesicki Matt Breida Allen Hurns

NEW ENGLAND Julian Edelman James White N'Keal Harry Mohamed Sanu Devin Asiasi Dalton Keene

NY JETS Le'Veon Bell Jamison Crowder Breshad Perriman Denzel Mims Chris Herndon Frank Gore

BALTIMORE Mark Andrews Marquise Brown J.K Dobbins Miles Boykin Mark Ingram Willie Snead

CINCINNATI Tyler Boyd A.J Green Joe Mixon Tee Higgins C.J Uzomah Alex Erickson

CLEVELAND Jarvis Landy Odell Beckham JR Austin Hooper Kareem Hunt Donovan Peoples-Jones David Njoku

PITTSBURGH Ju-Ju Smith-Shuster Diontae Johnson Eric Ebron Anthony McFarland Chase Claypool Vance McDonald

HOUSTON Randall Cobb Duke Johnson David Johnson Will Fuller Brandin Cooks Darren Fells

INDIANAPOLIS T.Y Hilton Michael Pittman Jack Doyle Marlon Mack Trey Burton Jonathan Taylor

JACKSONVILLE D.J Chark Chris Thompson Tyler Eifert Chris Conley Laviska Shenault Leonard Fournette

TENNESSEE A.J Brown Adam Humphries Jonnu Smith Corey Davis Derrick Henry Anthony Firkser

DENVER Courtland Sutton Phillip Lindsay Jerry Jeudy Noah Fant Melvin Gordon K.J Hamler

KANSAS CITY Travis Kelce Tyreke Hill Clyde Edwards-Helaire Mecole Hardman Damien Williams Sammy Watkins

LAS VEGAS Darren Waller Hunter Renfrow Tyrell Williams Josh Jacobs Henry Ruggs Lynn Bowden

L.A CHARGERS Keenan Allen Austin Ekeler Hunter Henry Mike Williams K.J Hill Joshua Kelly

DALLAS Michael Gallup Amari Cooper CeeDee Lamb Ezekiel Elliott Blake Jarwin Tony Pollard

N.Y GIANTS Saquon Barkley Evan Engram Sterling Shepard Darius Slayton Golden Tate Dion Lewis

PHILADELPHIA Zach Ertz Alshon Jeffrey Miles Sanders Jalen Reagor Dallas Goedert DeSean Jackson

WASHINGTON Terry McLaurin Antonio Gibson Kelvin Harmon Steven Sims Adrian Peterson Antonio Gandy-Golden

CHICAGO Allen Robinson Tarik Cohen Anthony Miller Cole Kmet Jimmy Graham Ted Ginn Jr

DETROIT Kenny Golladay Marvin Jones T.J Hockenson Danny Amendola D'Andre Swift Kerryon Johnson

GREEN BAY Davante Adams Devin Funchess Aaron Jones Jace Sternberger Marquez Valdes-Scantling Jake Kumerow

MINNESOTA Adam Thielen Justin Jefferson Irv Smith JR Dalvin Cook Olabisi Johnson Kyle Rudolph

ATLANTA Julio Jones Calvin Ridley Hayden Hurst Ito Smith Todd Gurley Russell Gage

CAROLINA Christian McCaffrey D.J Moore Curtis Samuel Robby Anderson Ian Thomas Seth Roberts

NEW ORLEANS Michael Thomas Emmanuel Sanders Alvin Kamara Tre'Quan Smith Jared Cook Adam Trautman

TAMPA BAY Chris Godwin Mike Evans Rob Gronkowski Dare Ogunbowale O.J Howard Ke'Shawn Vaughn

ARIZONA DeAndre Hopkins Christian Kirk Larry Fitzgerald Kenyan Drake Hakeem Butler Dan Arnold

L.A RAMS Cooper Kupp Robert Woods Josh Reynolds Cam Akers Tyler Higbee Van Jefferson

SAN FRAN George Kittle Brandon Aiyuk Trent Taylor Deebo Samuel Kendrick Bourne Tevin Coleman

SEATTLE Tyler Lockett D.K Metcalf Greg Olsen Will Dissly Rashaad Penny Chris Carson

FRANK MILLS FOOTBALL RUNNING BACK DEPTH CHART PRESEASON

TEAM RB 1 RB 2 RB 3 Goal 3rd Down

BUFFALO Devin Singletary Zack Moss T.J Yeldon Zack Moss Devin Singletary

MIAMI Matt Breida Jordan Howard Myles Gaskin Jordan Howard Matt Breida

NEW ENGLAND Sony Michel Rex Burkhead Damien Harris Sony Michel James White

NEW YORK JETS Le'Veon Bell Frank Gore La'Mical Perine Le'Veon Bell Le'Veon Bell

CLEVELAND Nick Chubb Kareem Hunt Benny Lemay Nick Chubb Kareem Hunt

CINCINNATI Joe Mixon Giovani Bernard Rodney Anderson Joe Mixon Giovani Bernard

BALTIMORE Mark Ingram J.K Dobbins Gus Edwards Mark Ingram Justice Hill

PITTSBURGH James Conner Anthony McFarland Benny Snell James Conner Jaylen Samuels

JACKSONVILLE Leonard Fournette Ryquell Armstead Chris Thompson Leonard Fournette Chris Thompson

INDIANAPOLIS Jonathan Taylor Marlon Mack Nyheim Hines Jonathan Taylor Nyheim Hines

HOUSTON David Johnson Duke Johnson Scottie Phillips David Johnson Duke Johnson

TENNESSEE Derrick Henry Darrynton Evans Senorise Perry Derrick Henry Darrynton Evans

DENVER Melvin Gordon Phillip Lindsay Lavante Bellamy Melvin Gordon Phillip Lindsay

KANSAS CITY Clyde Edwards-Helaire Damien Williams DeAndrew Washington Clyde Edwards-Helaire Damien Williams

LAS VEGAS Josh Jacobs Jalen Richard Lynn Bowden Jr. Josh Jacobs Lynn Bowden Jr

L.A CHARGERS Austin Ekeler Justin Jackson Joshua Kelly Justin Jackson Austin Ekeler

NEW YORK GIANTS Saquon Barkley Dion Lewis Javon Leake Saquon Barkley Saquon Barkley

DALLAS Ezekiel Elliott Tony Pollard Sewo Olonilus Ezekiel Elliot Ezekiel Elliott

WASHINGTON Adrian Peterson Derrius Guice Bryce Love Peterson/Guice Antonio Gibson

PHILADELPHIA Miles Sanders Boston Scott Corey Clement Miles Sanders Miles Sanders

CHICAGO David Montgomery Tarik Cohen Ryan Nall David Montgomery Tarik Cohen

DETROIT Kerryon Johnson D'Andre Swift Jason Huntley Bo Scarbrough D'Andre Swift

GREEN BAY Aaron Jones A.J Dillon Jamaal Williams A.J Dillon Aaron Jones

MINNESOTA Dalvin Cook Alexander Mattison Michael Boone Dalvin Cook Ameer Abdullah

TAMPA BAY Ke'Shawn Vaughn Ronald Jones Raymond Calais Raymond Calais Dare Ogunbowale

NEW ORLEANS Alvin Kamara Latavius Murray Ty Montgomery Alvin Karmara Alvin Kamara

CAROLINA Christian McCaffrey Mike Davis Rodney Smith Christian McCaffrey Christian McCaffrey

ATLANTA Todd Gurley Ito Smith Qadree Ollison Todd Guryley Ito Smith

SAN FRAN Raheem Mostert Tevin Coleman Jerrick McKinnon Coleman/Mostert Jerrick McKinnon

ARIZONA Kenyan Drake Chase Edmonds Eno Benjamin Kenyan Drake Kenyan Drake

SEATTLE Chris Carson Carlos Hyde Rashaad Penny Chris Carson Rashaad Penny

L.A RAMS Cam Akers Darrell Henderson Malcolm Brown Cam Akers Cam Akers

QB PROFILES

by John Mendoza, @JMendozaNFL

Patrick Mahomes-Chiefs: Bye Week 10

Why to draft? Mahomes is the player you look at your phone to check the phone at the end of
the 3rd qtr. and you are down. Next thing you know he has a 4 TD, 4th quarter and is week
leader.

JM - He is Patrick Mahomes, the single-best quarterback in the NFL. The reigning Super Bowl
MVP should only continue to get better from here and should easily lead the league in scoring.
Mahomes’ ability to create plays with his legs as well as throw a touchdown pass from just
about anywhere on the field makes him a sure-fire QB1. The Chiefs will only be better in 2020,
count on Mahomes to carry your fantasy football team.

Why not to draft? He can be streaky and with leads they could lean heavily on the runs.

JM - Honestly, barring injury, Mahomes is a safe pick. However, Mahomes will be taken before
the end of the third round in most drafts. Perhaps it might not be worth taking a quarterback so
early if your league has a wild run on running backs and wide receivers. Another thing to keep in
mind is if the Chiefs have wrapped up the AFC West or the no.1 or 2 seed early, Mahomes will
likely sit out the last 2 games of the season. Just keep that in mind when investing early in
Mahomes.

Lamar Jackson-Ravens: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? He is a dual threat QB, each week is a new stat line but with plenty of points. He
could threaten 1000 yards on the ground and uses his play action game to find his playmakers.

JM - We will not make the same mistake we all did last season - no one is sleeping on Lamar
Jackson coming to the 2020 season. The 2020 MVP should be back and better than ever with
an uncanny ability to run the ball in addition to put up solid passing numbers. As rushing stats
are more valued in fantasy than passing stats, Jackson should be viewed as the unanimous no.
2 quarterback option behind Mahomes. Trust Jackson to put up gaudy number’s week in and
week out as a runner and a passer.

Why not to draft? Did the Titans provide a blueprint on how to defend this offense? Will teams
make him throw outside the numbers by muddying the middle of the field?

JM - Jackson burst onto the 2019 scene, but there might be a reason for concern hedging into
2020.

Teams have had all offseason to figure Jackson out, and perhaps the Tennessee Titans did just
that during their upset win in the 2019 playoffs. If teams have figured out Jackson, there might
be a regression from his 2019 MVP form. Also, Jackson will be on the cover of Madden 2021,
so take that as you will.

Kyler Murray-Cardinals: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Murray proved his worth as a rookie QB making plays both inside and outside the
pocket. His weapons have a year of experience in the system with him and there was this little
trade for DeAndre Hopkins before the draft.

JM - Murray should be looked at as a potential MVP candidate in 2020.
Murray proved exactly why the cardinals made him the number one overall pick in 2019,
winning rookie of the year while putting up a stellar season in fantasy football. The introduction
to the Kliff Kingsbury Air Raid offense took the NFL by storm, and Murray fits the offense
perfectly. By the way, the Cardinals fleeced the Texans in a trade for DeAndre Hopkins, giving
Murray a top-3 wide receiver to add to an already talented group of receivers. Like Jackson,
Murray can run the football, which only adds to his ever-growing value.

Why not to draft? Did the league adjust to not just Murray but the “Air raid” offense in the
desert?

JM - The one knock on Murray entering the NFL Draft was his small size and slim frame, which
many teams thought could lead to an increased chance of injury. The Cardinals also allowed the
most sacks in 2018, a cause for concern for Murray in 2019. The Cardinals did not get Murray
any help, and Murray was subsequently sacked a league-high 48 times last season. The
Cardinals did not do too much to upgrade their offensive line last season, which could lead to
further increased injury risk for Murray.

DeShaun Watson-Texans: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? We have seen the talent of Watson, he can throw or run for yards, which makes
him tough to defend. His Offensive line has improved a ton from what he started with in his first
couple of years.

JM - DeShaun Watson has become a fantasy football stud over the past few seasons,
combining his big-play ability with the ability to scramble for extra yards on the ground. Watson
is still one of the most talented quarterbacks in the NFL and should continue to see success in a
so-so AFC South.

Why not to draft? Will there be a Hopkins hangover and who becomes the guy? Does the
offense get spread around with targets and what will be the health of his top 2 guys (Cooks and
Fuller) come game time?

JM - Where to begin… Watson did not get any favors from his head coach this offseason, as the
Texans jettisoned Watson’s best receiving option in DeAndre Hopkins to the Cardinals for very
little in return. Watson has also taken a beating over the past few seasons, and was sacked 44
times in 2019, 6th most in the NFL. The Texans failed to upgrade their offensive line, and
arguably failed to replace Hopkins’ departure, leaving Watson with little to work with heading
into 2020. Tread cautiously on Watson this year.

Russell Wilson-Seahawks: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Wilson always finds ways to be relevant in fantasy football, as one of the best quarterbacks we
have seen this generation. Wilson is known to do a lot with so little to work with. That might
change this year, as the Seahawks boast a plethora of weapons in 2019 rookie standout D.K.
Metcalf, deep threat Tyler Lockett, Josh Gordon, and tight end signing Greg Olsen. This might
arguably be Wilson’s best supporting cast since the Seahawks Super Bowl 48 victory. In an
NFC West division that should feature numerous high-scoring shootouts, Wilson has plenty of
upside heading into 2020.

Why not to draft?
Like Murray, Wilson is often hampered by a poor offensive line. Wilson tied Murray with 48
sacks taken last season, which was the most in the NFL. Fantasy owners are often frustrated by
the lack of protection Wilson receives, forcing improbable third and long situations. The
Seahawks, like the Texans for Watson, stubbornly refuse to adequately address the offensive
line, which does limit Wilson’s ceiling heading into 2020.

Josh Allen-Bills: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Dual threat who added a true #1 WR to the group. Allen is not afraid to take off
and run when options are not available. His rushing TD pedigree is a major reason to like Allen,
he could be considered the Bills goal line RB.

JM - If you missed out on Lamar Jackson in the 2-3rd rounds, have no fear: Josh Allen can be
your quarterback for the upcoming season. Allen made tremendous strides in his second
season, leading the Bills to a Wild Card playoff berth while putting up a solid season as a
fantasy football quarterback. Allen finished third among all quarterbacks in rushing yards last
season with 510 yards, making him an effective dual-threat quarterback. Allen was also gifted a
brand-new no. 1 wide receiver when the Bills acquired wide receiver Stephon Diggs from the
Minnesota Vikings. Coupled with playing the weak AFC East, Allen should continue to improve
in his third year. Allen will provide outstanding value at quarterback this season and has the
makings of a top-10 fantasy quarterback in 2020 with unlimited upside.

Why not to draft? He can be off in the passing game. He is got a great arm, but the touch can
go at any time in a game.

JM - A true gunslinger, Allen has a lot of work to do to become a more polished passer. Allen
will make mind-numbing mistakes, and cringe-worthy throws that his fantasy owners will just
need to learn to live through. While the additions for Stephone Diggs and rookie running back
Zach Moss are nice, Allen is still a slight gamble with only one year of success under his belt.

Baker Mayfield-Browns: Bye Week 9

Why to draft? We saw more of the flashes in his rookie year than in 2019. Intense leader, who
can make all the throws and has pass catchers to take him to the next level. The new system
should also be a help

JM - The 2018 rookie that took the league by storm is back. Do not read too much into the
failure that was the 2019 Cleveland Browns, Mayfield’s regression in 2019 was hardly his fault.
After acquiring Odell Beckham Jr. in 2019, the star wide receiver spent most of the season
playing through a painful core muscle injury. The Brown coaching staff was often outcoached
and downright outmatched in most of their 2019 games. The Browns return with an improved
coaching staff and a plethora of weapons, like offseason addition tight end Austin Hooper.
Mayfield has all the makings for a bounce back 2020 season.

Why not to draft? You look at 2019 with Freddie Kitchens and think, that is who this guy is
forever. You put faith in him in 2019 and he failed you, it is a real sentiment of fantasy owners.

JM - Or does he? Was Mayfield’s record-breaking 2018 rookie season a fluke? A lot of
Mayfield’s regression last season came from poor mechanics and often trying to do too much
with the ball. There are so many questions surrounding the Browns this season. Can OBJ stay
healthy? Will Austin Hooper live up to expectations after being rewarded a massive contract?
Will the Browns look to run the ball more with the addition of Kareem Hunt? Mayfield has all the
tools to work with this season, but no one quite knows if the 2020 Browns can put it all together.
Keep in mind that the AFC North is shaping up to be one of the NFL’s toughest divisions, which
could also hamper Mayfield’s production.

Dak Prescott-Cowboys: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Prescott has it all, in terms of what a quarterback needs to succeed in the NFL. Great coaching?
Check. Elite offensive line? Check. One, two, three no. 1 wide receivers? Check, check, check.
A bell-cow running back. Check. Prescott literally has it all. Despite making headlines this
offseason as wanting to be the first quarterback to be paid $40 million annually, Prescott has all
the makings for an elite 2020 season. Coming off a season in which he threw for 4,901 yards
(second best in the league), Prescott should provide excellent value for any fantasy owner.

Why not to draft?
Just like Baker Mayfield’s 2019 season, Prescott has incredibly high expectations heading into
this season.

With all the hype surrounding the 2020 Dall Cowboys, Prescott might find himself struggling to
live up to such lofty expectations. As of this writing, Prescott and the Cowboys have yet to reach
a long-term deal, with the Cowboys playing hardball in what have been tense, public
negotiations. A frustrated Prescott might see the public distraction of contract disputes seep into
his on-field performance.

Joe Burrow-Bengals: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Joe. Burrow. The man, the myth, the Cincinnati Bengal. Burrow enters the NFL as the highest-
rated rookie passer since Andrew Luck, Peyton Manning, and John Elway. Yeah, he is that
good. Burrow also has the luxury of coming into a Bengals team with a loaded wide receivers
corps. Perennial Pro Bowler A.J. Green is joined by 2019 breakout Tyler Boyd, 2020 rookie
second rounder Tee Higgins, and 2017 first rounder John Ross. The 2019 Heisman Trophy
winner who broke NCAA records has arrived on the NFL scene. For Dynasty players, look to
target Burrow extremely early, he is looking like a generational player.

Why not to draft?
Alas, Joe Burrow is still a rookie. Even the best of rookies can struggle early in the season as
they learn to grasp an NFL-level playbook and the responsibilities of being the face of a
franchise. Burrow will have his learning curve and might not light up the stat sheet right away.
Like Mayfield, Burrow also plays in a tough AFC North division with multiple stacked defenses.
Perhaps 2020 is not the year to target Burrow in standard leagues as he works his way through
his rookie season.

Carson Wentz-Eagles: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Amazingly, the Philadelphia Eagles were so banged up last season that they were forced to rely
on their no. 4 wide receiver as their starting receiver in the final weeks of the season. Even
more amazingly, quarterback Carson Wentz led this injury-riddled team to the playoffs, even
winning the NFC East over the underperforming Dallas Cowboys. Wentz is truly that special of a
player. This season, Wentz will finally get some help at the receiver position, as deep threat
Desean Jackson returns from injury, and first round pick Jalen Reagor will give Wentz a new
target to work with. Tight ends Zach Ertz and Dallas Goedert should continue to be heavily
involved in the Eagles’ offense, giving Wentz plenty to work with.

Why not to draft?
Wentz might have seen some improvements, but is it enough? Jackson started the season
strong but turns 34 this year as he enters his 13th season in the NFL. Likewise, the Eagles will
be forced to rely on Alshon Jeffrey as their no. 1 wide receiver heading into 2020. Jeffrey
struggled to stay healthy and looked like he had clearly lost a step from last season.
Wentz does have a history of injury, which will not make the season-ending loss of starting
guard Brandon Brooks hurt any less.

Matt Ryan-Falcons: Bye Week: 10

Why to draft?
The 2016 NFL MVP still has one of the most talented offenses to work with. Julio Jones added
to his Hall of Fame resume with another strong 2019 season. Starting opposite of Jones is
Calvin Ridley who showed flashes of brilliance before going down with injury. The Falcons also
added running back Todd Gurley and talented tight end Hayden Hurst to give Ryan plenty of
weapons at his disposal. The NFC South also boasts multiple loaded offenses, which could lead
to multiple shootouts and scoring opportunities for Ryan and the Falcons.

Why not to draft?
That 2016 MVP season feels like ages ago. Ryan has never quite been able to recapture that
2016 magic and has never quite looked like a top-5 NFL quarterback since losing offensive
coordinator Kyle Shanahan. Since then, the NFL talent pool for quarterbacks has absolutely
exploded, and in a world of Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jacksons, Matt Ryan has been left far
behind. Ryan might do you just enough to remain competitive every week, but do not expect
Ryan to carry your team deep into the playoffs.

Aaron Rodgers-Packers: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
He is still Aaron Rodgers. A Hall of Fame-bound quarterback with a bigger chip on his shoulder
than ever before. Rodgers received a few favors last season, particularly with the emergence of
Aaron Jones providing Rodgers with a reliable ground game to work with. Rodgers still has his
trusted no. 1 receiver to work with, Davante Adams, who should see plenty of targets this
season.

Why not to draft?
Did you ever think you would live to see the day that Rodgers was ranked so low in fantasy
football? Me either. Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The Packers did the unthinkable this
offseason. With the 2020 NFL Draft as deep as it has ever been at wide receiver, and the
Packers desperately needing help at the position, the Packers selected Rodgers’ replacement in
quarterback Jordan Love. The Packers are clearly looking to the future, and it would not be
surprising to see Rodgers leave Green Bay in the next offseason or two. Rodgers simply cannot
do it himself. Outside of Adams, the Packers have stripped their offense of all talent. Rodgers
himself might have all the talent in the world, but he has so little to work with.

Daniel Jones-Giants: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Jones was a hot commodity last season after a head-turning debut. Jones had a solid rookie
season, leading many to dub him a sleeper heading into the 2020 season.

The Giants quietly had a solid offseason, upgrading the offensive line to give Jones better
protection. The Giants have also upgraded their wide receiver’s corps after the departure of
2019 Odell Beckham Jr.

Why not to draft?
Simply put, there are just better options than Jones as a backup quarterback. While the Giants
do have a better supporting cast for Jones, their receivers are nothing to write home about.
Jones might be a sleeper this season, but still must prove that he can build off his rookie
campaign.

Jimmy Garoppolo-49ers: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Any quarterback under the Kyle Shanahan offense is likely going to find success. Jimmy G
nearly led his team to a Super Bowl title last season, coming up just shy against Patrick
Mahomes and the Chiefs. Garoppolo has a lot of weapons to work with, including stud tight end
George Kittle.

Why not to draft?
Jimmy G might be an average quarterback (at best) in a great offensive system. While the 49ers
have found success as a team, Garoppolo has not found fantasy success that other
quarterbacks have. Expect that trend to continue in 2020.

Drew Lock-Broncos: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
John Elway might have finally gotten it right. Lock looks to be the real deal in his limited playing
time for the Broncos last season, Lock went 4-1 as a starter and gave the Broncos life. In the
offseason, Elway doubled down on his quarterback, adding wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and KJ
Hamler to Lock’s arsenal. If all goes well, the Broncos should be fun to watch this season.

Why not to draft?
Lock might be hard to trust, given he has only five career starts. Of those five starts, Lock has
only gone over 300 yards passing once. Lock might be the real deal, but there is a lot to be
proven before trusting him in fantasy circles.

Teddy Bridgewater-Panthers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
Bridgewater is the type of player you simply must root for. From his career (and life threatening)
injury in 2015, to finally getting his chance to be a franchise quarterback, Bridgewater has finally
returned to where he left off. Bridgewater joins the Panthers, who are suddenly loaded on
offense.

At wide receiver, Bridgewater has D.J. Moore, Curtis Samuel, and offseason signing Robby
Anderson to throw to. Oh, and fantasy football king Christian McCaffrey is still in the backfield.

Why not to draft?
Bridgewater has a lot to prove. He looked decent last season in relief of Drew Brees, but the
sample size was limited. The Panthers are gambling on Bridgewater after cutting ties with
former MVP quarterback Cam Newton.

Drew Brees-Saints: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
He is Drew Brees! One of the best quarterbacks we will ever have the privilege of watching in
our lifetime. Brees still has one of the best receivers in Michael Thomas, coming off a record-
setting 2019 season. The Saints also added speedster Emmanuel Sanders to the roster to
bolster the Saints offensive weapons.

Why not to draft?
Controversial comments about kneeling during the anthem aside, this might be the last season
we see Drew Brees play. Brees turns 41 this year and is in the final year of his contract with the
Saints. We could see Brees’ level of play drops off at any moment, given his age.

Sam Darnold-Jets: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Maybe 2020 is the year it all comes together for Darnold. Darnold has shown flashes are
potential in his first two years.

Why not to draft?
Darnold has had a rough start to his NFL career. From missing part of the 2019 season due to
catching “mono,” to the infamous “seeing ghosts,” Darnold has yet to live up to the expectations
of being the third overall pick in 2018. The Jets lost no, 1 wide receiver Robby Anderson in free
agency, and did little to replace Anderson’s production. 2020 could be a rough year for Darnold
and the Jets.

Kirk Cousins-Vikings: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Cousins has always been there for you. He is the ultimate backup quarterback, or the free agent
you can turn to when your starter is on a bye. After finally getting the Vikings past the Wild Card
round in the playoffs last year, Cousins looks like he might be turning a corner in his NFL
career.

Why not to draft?
Cousins lost a lot this offseason. The Vikings traded away receiver Stephon Diggs, and rumors
surrounding a Dalvin Cook holdout do not bode well for the Vikings’ offensive production.
Cousins is likely a backup/free agent pickup for bye weeks/injury.

Cam Newton-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft: He is back. The 2015 NFL MVP returns with a bigger chip on shoulder than ever,
taking over for Tom Brady as the Patriots’ new starting quarterback. It is very clear that Bill
Belichick has a specific plan for Newton because the Patriots signing Newton goes against the
“tanking” mentality that many thought the Patriots would have this upcoming season. Newton is
incredibly gifted athletically and has always been a stud for fantasy football teams due to his
ability to run the ball. He now enters arguably the best offensive system in the NFL under the
genius himself. Newton’s contract is for essentially the league minimum. If Newton wants
another chance to be a star in the NFL and get another contract, this is his last chance to do so.
There is a lot of risk here, but Newton could be a candidate for Comeback Player of the Year as
the Pats’ new quarterback.

Why not to draft: 2015, believe it or not, was five years ago. Newton has never looked close to
the player he was back in 2015. After years of taking hit after hit due to his scrambling nature,
injuries have clearly taken a toll on his body. Since his 2015 MVP season, Newton has only
played in a full season once. Additionally, the Patriots are severely lacking in receiving weapons
outside of Julian Edelman, who turned 34 this year. Newton will need to do a lot with his legs,
which could lead to some major fantasy points, or (most likely) yet another injury. View Newton
as the ultimate high-risk, high-reward quarterback prospect this season.

Jared Goff-Rams: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Goff has all the tools to be a successful quarterback in the NFL. Offensive genius Sean McVay
will get another crack at returning the Rams to the Super Bowl, and Goff will get his no, 1
receiver Cooper Kupp back after an injury-derailed 2019. Goff will also spend most of the
season playing in the NFC West, which will house many high scoring affairs throughout the
season.

Why not to draft?
Goff’s 2019 season was about as average as it gets. While he did finish 6th in the NFL in
passing yards, he threw a mediocre 22 touchdowns compared to 14 interceptions. Goff also lost
five fumbles in 2019. Not all these mishaps were necessarily Goff’s fault, but his fall from grace
in 2019 is enough to keep him in strictly backup territory.

Justin Herbert-Chargers: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Eventually, the Chargers will turn the keys to the franchise over to Herbert, the team’s 2020 first
round draft pick. Herbert has all the physical tools teams covet in a franchise quarterback but
needs some polish before taking over under center. The Chargers do have a lot of weapons at
Herbert’s disposal, including Pro Bowler Keenan Allen, former first rounder Mike Williams, tight
end Hunter Henry and running backs Austin Ekeler and Justin Jackson.

Why not to draft?
Herbert is not ready to be an NFL quarterback. The Chargers will turn to Tyrod Taylor to start
the season while Herbert learns the offense.

Gardner Minshew-Jaguars: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Minshew (and his moustache) turned some heads last season after taking over for an injured
Nick Foles to surprisingly pleasant results. The Jaguars clearly have some faith in Minshew, as
they did not add quarterback competition for Minshew entering 2020.

Why not to draft?
Minshew might have been a feel-good story for 2019, but he did not quite do enough to be a
relevant quarterback in fantasy football. With the Jaguars still in the AFC South cellar, that
should not change in 2020.

Tom Brady- Buccaneers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
By far the most intriguing quarterback option in 2020 is the legend himself: Tom Brady. Brady
begins his first season with a new team and could not have landed in a better situation. Brady
starts his Bucs career with the best receiver duo in the NFL in Pro Bowlers Mike Evans and
Chris Godwin. Future Hall of Fame tight end Rob Gronkowski ends his retirement to rejoin
Brady in Tampa, giving Brady immediate chemistry from the get-go.
In an offensive system that saw Jameis Winston throw for 5,000 yards and 30 touchdowns,
Brady’s pedigree alone can match that.

Why not to draft?
The question on everyone's mind: How much does Brady have left? Brady enters his 21st NFL
season, and will turn 42 over the course of the season. If Brady’s body can continue to perform
as it has during his entire NFL career, Brady will be in for a monster season. However, if Brady
inevitably regresses, his time as the Bucs starting quarterback will be short. Brady is extremely
high-risk, high reward.

Ryan Tannehill-Titans: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
The 2019 Comeback Player of the Year, Tannehill completely turned around his NFL career.
From first-round bust to franchise quarterback - Tannehill appears to have turned a corner. The
Titans enter 2020 as a dark-horse sleeper in the NFL, and Tannehill could repeat from his
magical 2019 performance.

Why not to draft?
Can you truly trust Tannehill? Was last year a fluke? Or was Tannehill the victim of poor
coaching during his time in Miami. Of all the quarterbacks hovering around the borderline-starter
tier, Tannehill has the most question marks around him.

Matt Stafford-Lions: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
Stafford is an underappreciated quarterback, having put together solid seasons for the Lions
year after year. After a 2019 season cut short by injury, Stafford returns with his strongest
supporting cast since his glory days with Calvin “Megatron” Johnson. Pro Bowl stud Kenny
Golladay returns with 2019 first rounder T.J. Hockenson and rookie DeAndre Swift. Stafford was
having his best season, statistically, before injuries derailed his season. Look for Stafford to
bounce back strong in 2020.

Why not to draft?
Stafford just never quite breaks into the top of the fantasy football quarterback rankings. The
Lions have question marks all over, from their coaching to their defense. Stafford might not be
the right choice for someone needing a consistent option.

Tua Tagovailoa-Dolphins: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Tua enters the NFL as one of the most popular college football players of all time. The Dolphins
wisely made him the number 5 overall pick in the draft, and Tua should be the Dolphins future at
quarterback. Coming from the pro-style offense at Alabama will help Tua’s growth as a rookie.

Why not to draft?
Tua might not be ready quite yet. The Dolphins have not stated whether they will start Tua right
away, or if they will roll with NFL timeless wonder Ryan Fitzpatrick to start the season. Tua is
also coming off a serious hip injury that appears to have healed, but injury concerns continue to
limit Tua’s upside until he can prove to stay healthy.

Dwayne Haskins-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Haskins carries the pedigree as an Ohio State first round draft pick. A fresh, new coaching staff
could be the answer to getting the most out of Haskins’ potential.

Why not to draft?
Haskins was not even in the top-5 best rookie quarterbacks last season. Until Haskins can
prove himself, there are more reliable options at quarterback.

Derek Carr-Raiders: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
The Raiders did well to improve Carr’s supporting cast this offseason, nabbing dynamic
speedster Henry Ruggs III with the 12th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Despite a relatively
quiet season, Carr did finish in the top 10 in the NFL in passing yards last season.

Why not to draft?
Carr just is not a very good fantasy option. While his top 10 passing yards is impressive, Car
threw for only 21 touchdown passes. Unless Carr takes the next step, look elsewhere for a
quarterback with a higher ceiling.

Ben Roethlisberger-Steelers: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Future Hall of Famer, Roethlisberger had his 2019 season cut short due to a serious elbow
injury. However, Big Ben is supposedly 100% recovered from the injury and ready to get the
Steelers back to the playoffs. 2019 should be a throw away year for the Steelers, as most of the
team was plagued by injuries. A healthy Steelers team should see Big Ben rebound for 2020.

Why not to draft?
Roethlisberger, like most quarterbacks of the early 2000’s, is in the twilight of his career.
Coming off injury and entering his 16th season in the NFL. There could still be one last great
season in store for Roethlisberger, but younger options should be the call when looking at a
quarterback.

Philip Rivers-Colts: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Rivers will have the chance to be behind an offensive line that he has not had during his time
with the Chargers.

Why not to draft?
Like Roethlisberger, Rivers’ time in the NFL is fading fast. There is a reason the Chargers
willingly moved on from Rivers during the offseason: his play has regressed substantially in
recent years.

Kyle Allen-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Head coach Ron Rivera must have seen something in Allen that he liked, as the Redskins
traded for Allen from the Panthers, Rivera’s former team.

Why not to draft?
Rivera might like Allen more, but Haskins is the quarterback who will get the first shot at being
the team’s starting quarterback.

Nick Foles-Bears: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Former Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles comes to Chicago as an insurance policy for Mitch
Trubisky. If Trubisky flames out this season, the Bears will undoubtedly turn to Foles, who has
proven success as an NFL starter.

Why not to draft?
We do not quite know who will end up starting at quarterback for the Bears just yet. Wait and
see how this battle unfolds in training camp before investing a draft pick in Foles.

Tyrod Taylor-Chargers: Bye 10

Why to draft?
Taylor finds himself in a unique situation. On one hand, he has the most talented supporting
cast that he is ever had in his career.
On the other, he is simply a placeholder while rookie Justin Herbert learns the ropes of being an
NFL quarterback. To start the season, Taylor could be a name to watch - someone must throw
to the talented Chargers cast.

Why not to draft?
As stated earlier, this will soon be Herbert’s team. Taylor should not be counted on for any more
than a handful of admirable performances.

Jarrett Stidham-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Maybe the Patriots know something we do not? After saying goodbye to NFL great Tom Brady,
the Patriots refused to upgrade their quarterback position, sticking to Stidham.

Why not to draft?
Unproven quarterback on an offense with no legitimate offensive weapons on a team looking to
tank for extra draft picks. Barring a shocking performance, Stidham should be avoided in all
formats.

Jordan Love-Packers: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
In Dynasty leagues, this could be a strategic play for the future.

Why not to draft?
He is the backup to a pissed-off Aaron Rodgers. 2020 is not the year for Love, barring injury.

Marcus Mariota-Raiders: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Mariota was brought in to turn up the heat on Derek Carr’s hot seat as starting quarterback.
Mariota showed flashes of promise as the Titans starting quarterback. Maybe a fresh start is
what Mariota needs to get his career back on track.

Why not to draft?
He enters as a backup, having never lived up to expectations as the no. 2 overall pick in 2015.

Jacob Eason-Colts: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
If Rivers is injured during the season, Eason could step up and take over. Dubbed the ‘smartest”
quarterback in the 2020 draft, Eason might be what the Colts are looking for to succeed Rivers.

Why not to draft?
He is still a rookie, and likely third string for the time being. Avoid for 2020.

Ryan Fitzpatrick-Dolphins: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
“FitzMagic” enters another season after putting together a respectable campaign for the
Dolphins. If Tua needs time to learn the offensive system, Fitzpatrick could be a deep streamer
early in the season.

Why not to draft?
Fitzpatrick’s destiny as a backup cannot be outrun. This is Tua’s team now.

P.J Walker-Panthers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
Walker showed the most skill of any quarterback in the XFL and brings that talent to the
Panthers as an insurance case if Teddy Bridgewater fails to live up to expectations.

Why not to draft?
Walker will be a backup until further notice. He also has no experience as an NFL starting
quarterback.

James Morgan-Jets: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
The clock is ticking on Sam Darnold.

Why not to draft?
There are so many other options as a backup quarterback than Morgan.

Jake Fromm-Bills: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Josh Allen loves to scramble, which could potentially lead to injury. There is a reason the Bills
drafted Fromm just in case Allen regresses in the next two years.

Why not to draft?
Barring a catastrophic drop-in play, Allen is the guy going forward.

Cole McDonald-Titans: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
As mentioned before, we do not quite know how Tannehill will fare this season. Could
McDonald’s name be called on this season?

Why not to draft?
Unlikely. The Titans locked up Tannehill to a contract extension, meaning he is the guy going
forward.

Nick Mullens-49ers: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Mullins played well in Garoppolo’s absence during the 2018 season.

Why not to draft?
For the time being, Garoppolo is the man going forward.

Andy Dalton-Cowboys: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Now here is an interesting option at quarterback. With the Cowboys and Dak Prescott locked in
a contract standoff, Dalton might potentially be called on at some point this season. In the
Cowboys loaded offense, it would not be surprising to see Dalton have a career year should
Prescott miss time.

Why not to draft?
Until Prescott holds out or n=misses time, Dalton is likely destined to be a backup this season.

Mason Rudolph-Steelers: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
The player most famous for getting his face smashed in by a helmet, Rudolph was not bad in
Roethlisberger’s absence.

Why not to draft?
Roethlisberger is back from injury, and Rudolph might not even be the Steelers long-term
answer going forward.

Chase Daniel-Lions: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
If Matthew Stafford has another injury, Daniel will be called on to lead the Lions.

Why not to draft?
Even with an injury to Stafford, Daniel is not the answer fantasy owners are looking for.

Taysom Hill-Saints: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Another intriguing option, Hill adds value because he is not just a quarterback. The Saints often
use him as a gadget player, meaning Hill will catch passes from Brees and take direct snaps to
bolster his stats.

Why not to draft
This is still Brees’ team in 2020. Additionally, the Saints still appear to be hesitant to hand the
reins over to Hill, having signed former first rounder Jameis Winston to be Brees’ backup.

Mitchell Trubisky-Bears: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Trubisky might just prove all the haters wrong. After his third year saw a significant drop off in
play, people are already writing off Trubisky as a bust. Most Bears fans are already asking for
Nick Foles under center. However, it is likely Trubisky gets one more shot to prove he is the
quarterback that the Bears traded up for in the 2017 draft.

Why not to draft?
The clock is ticking, and the leash is short for Trubisky. After holding back, a grossly talented
Bears team, the Bears might simply turn to Nick Foles going forward. Trubisky has little time to
turn his play around.

Jameis Winston-Saints: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Winston made headlines last season, becoming the first quarterback in history to throw for 30
touchdown passes and throw for 30 interceptions. Winston was dumped by his former team and
picked up by the New Orleans Saints, where he will serve as Drew Brees’ primary backup in
2020. The talent is there for Winston, and offensive guru Sean Peyton could get the most out of
the erratic Winston.

Why not to draft?
Winston is still the backup to Drew Brees. Unless Brees goes down, Winston will likely remain
on the bench.

Colt McCoy-Giants: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
McCoy never truly got a shot to be an NFL franchise quarterback. Maybe that changes if Jones
gets injured.

Why not to draft?
This is Daniel Jones’ team. A career backup is unlikely to change that.

Mike Glennon-Jaguars: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Glennon has more physical talent than Minshew, who the team is not financially tied to in any
way.

Why not to draft?
Glennon has been nothing more than a career backup, even if given the chance to start, he is
unlikely to be of any fantasy relevance.

RB PROFILES

by John Mendoza @JMendozaNFL

Christian McCaffrey-Panthers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft? He is a bell cow RB and #1 WR wrapped in one player.

JM - McCaffrey has likely already cemented himself in the fantasy football Hall of Fame. His first
two years in the league have been nothing short of the best in NFL history. McCaffrey was the
first running back in NFL history with two 100 reception seasons, making him the surefire no.
one overall pick in both PPR and standard leagues. The Panthers upgraded offense and
coaching should get the most out of McCaffrey’s elite rushing and receiving abilities.
Furthermore, the Panthers’ decision not to sign a complementary running back makes
McCaffrey a rare three-down back. If you end up with pick number one, do not overthink it - the
pick is McCaffrey

Why not to draft? No reason at all if he is on the board. The closest thing to an argument is the
1000-1000 Season could be out of the cards in new offense.

JM - This section “should” be blank, but we will discuss a couple reasons why McCaffrey might
not live up to expectations in 2020. First, the Panthers did upgrade the rest of their offense.
From a better quarterback to better receivers, McCaffrey will not be relied on as heavily as he
was in 2019. Also keep in mind how much wear McCaffrey has had over the first two seasons -
he has been asked to do it all on just about every play. Running backs have short careers in the
NFL for this exact reason, so an injury or regression could be due for McCaffrey before too long.

Saquon Barkley-Giants: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? He is a 3 down back with an improved OL and QB going into his 2nd year as a
starter.

JM - A three-down back on an all-around improved offense. Barkley is a lock to be the second
running back off the board. Barkley followed up his spectacular rookie season with mixed
results, as a nagging ankle injury plagued him throughout much of the 2019 season. Barkley is
fully healed and should rebound in 2020 with a much better offensive line blocking. We saw
what Barkley could do behind a dismal 2018 Giants line; it is exciting to see what Barkley can
do behind an improved one.

Why not to draft? His TD Totals are not that high for his production.

JM - Can Barkley be trusted to put the ball in the endzone? Barkley went from 15 total
touchdowns in 2018 to just 8 in 2019. Despite an improved Giants offense, Barkley might see
his end zone opportunities taken away by other Giants offensive weapons.

Dalvin Cook-Vikings: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? He is become more of an all-around RB each year in the league. His production
with over 300 touches helped make him an elite RB

JM - Cook gets better and better every year. Last year, the NFL got to truly see what Cook
could do, as he exploded for 1700 total yards and 13 touchdowns, despite only playing in 14
games. In each of his three seasons in the NFL, Cook has averaged more than 4.5 yards per
carry. Coming off his best season yet, Cook’s best years could be ahead of him. The Vikings will
need to lean heavily on Cook to stay ahead in a competitive NFC North. Much like McCaffrey
and Barkley, Cook should be featured as an every-down back, making him a top-5 running
selection by default.

Why not to draft? Is he really going to hold out if he has no new contract? Can he remain
healthy for a full 16 game schedule?

JM - As of this writing, Cook has informed the Vikings that he will hold out from the team’s
offseason program until he receives a long-term deal. The Vikings have yet to extend Cook an
offer, which could lead into a lengthy hold out for Cook. Holdouts for running backs rarely go
well, just ask Melvin Gordon fantasy owners from last season. Aside from Cook’s potential
holdout, Cook has yet to play a full 16 game season in his brief NFL career. Fantasy owners
should keep an eye on Cook’s contract situation throughout the offseason and know that
drafting Cook comes with the risk of missing significant playing time.

If Cook is your draft pick, look to target Alexander Mattison as a reliable handcuff in case Cook
misses time for any reason.

Ezekiel Elliott-Cowboys: Bye Week 10

Why to draft? Elliott is more than capable of winning a rushing title and taking games over for
your team. He contributes in the pass game as well, rarely coming off the field.

JM - Elliott seemed to revive the textbook definition as a “three-down back” and has lived up to
high expectations as the 4th overall pick in 2016. Elliott has made the Pro Bowl three out of the
four seasons in the NFL and has been a staple in fantasy football for years now. Behind an elite
offensive line, Elliott remains one of the NFL’s most dominant backs, and that should be no
different in 2020.

Why not to draft? A cut in targets could bring him down in PPR leagues because of the number
of mouths to feed.

JM - With the Cowboys loading up on weapons in the offseason, there are a lot of mouths to
feed in Dallas. This could mean more opportunities to see carries inside the 5-yard line but
might also lose out on touchdowns to many of the Cowboys’ other weapons.

Consider Elliott’s value in PPR leagues limited, but otherwise Elliott remains a top-5 back in
standard scoring. It should also be noted that Elliott testing positive for Covid-19 could have
major health implications soon. While doctors say it is unlikely, it is new territory for us all and
should be monitored going forward.

Miles Sanders-Eagles: Bye Week 9

Why to draft? He is just scratching the surface, after being the #2 guy at Penn St for most of his
career. He is got 3-down RB written all over him with catches and Goal line opportunities.

JM - A personal favorite player of this contributor, Miles Sanders burst onto the fantasy scene
last year, rewarding those faithful owners who held onto him as the Eagles originally stuck with
Jordan Howard as their starter. Despite only starting 11 games, Sanders exploded with 1300
total yards (800 rushing, 500 receiving) and 6 total touchdowns. The Eagles were clearly
impressed with Sanders, as they parted ways with Howard over the offseason, leaving Sanders
as the sole back in Philly. His ability to catch the ball out of the backfield makes him valued even
higher in PPR leagues.

Why not to draft? How does he respond to being the Bell cow? I still believe he is low risk, high
reward.

JM - Alas, we must ask ourselves why Sanders had so much production last season. While he
is a talented player, Sanders benefited from the plethora of injuries on the Eagles offense, which
left quarterback Carson Wentz no choice but to check down often to Sanders. Sanders should
have another solid year 2, but without being force-fed the ball due to injuries, tamper
expectations heading into 2020.

Josh Jacobs-Raiders: Bye Week 6

Why to draft? Jacobs proved in year one he can handle the load at RB, and he is got the coach
who will push that more this season. More of a Standard or TD league guy for this season.

JM - A rookie of the Year candidate in 2019, Jacobs performed exceptionally well last season
for a middling Raiders team. A true ground-and-pound back, Jacobs saw most of the workload
in the Raiders’ backfield, and that appears to be the case once again in 2020. Like the backs
before him, the Raiders did not sign or draft any notable competition for Jacobs, who should
remain the team’s every-down back. Jacobs was incredibly efficient when the ball was in his
hands, averaging 4.8 yards per carry last season. The Raiders will need to lean heavily on their
young star for continued success in the upcoming season.

Why not to draft? Lynn Bowden may take some 3rd down snaps but I also see potential for
them to be on the field together.

JM - Unfortunately, Jacobs might end up losing work on third down, as he does not catch the
ball very often. In 2019, he had only 20 receptions for a dismal 168 yards. In PPR leagues,
Jacobs’ value is severely limited. In standard leagues, Jacobs is still a high-value pick. Tread
cautiously in terms of reliability, as Jacobs did miss three games last season due to injury.

Alvin Kamara-Saints: Bye Week 6

Why to draft? He is a top PPR league RB and has some great value in Standard leagues as
well. There will be a lot of focus on players downfield which works out some favorable
matchups for Kamara.

JM - Kamara is always going to be a monster in PR formats, due to the nature of his skillset and
quarterback Drew Brees’ tendency to spread the ball around. Last season, Kamara struggled
with injuries that plagued him throughout the entire season. However, despite only starting for
nine games, Kamara still performed well with 800 yards rushing and 500 yards receiving.
Kamara’s 2020 season should match up more closely to his 2018 production assuming he stays
healthy.

Why not to draft? He needs to bounce back from a season he showed some wear and tear.

JM - Last season, Kamara had only six touchdowns. Not the number you want to see for your
number one running back. A big part of the lack of scoring is due to the Saints usage of fellow
running back Latavius Murray, who filled in well while Kamara was injured. Even when healthy,
the Saints still opted for Murray, especially near the goal line. Fantasy owners should look to
handcuff Murray in the later rounds just in case.

Aaron Jones-Packers: Bye Week 5

Why to draft? Jones made a huge leap that puts him in the upper echelon of RB. He is a threat
in the pass game and TD machine, as the Packers look to run more in 2020.

JM - Even the biggest fans of an Aaron Jones breakout could not have predicted his monster
2019 season. 1100 rushing yards, nearly 500 receiving yards, and a whopping 19 touchdowns.
Jones set the fantasy world on fire last season and is primed to do that once again heading into
2020. The Packers stubbornly refuse to give future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers
any sort of help on offense, which means the team will be forced to lean on Jones to carry the
load on offense. What makes Jones such an appealing fantasy option is that he receives so
much of his work in the red zone, allowing for monster touchdown totals. Likewise, Jones is no
slouch in PPR leagues either, as Rodgers has been forced to check down on Jones time and
time again due to the lack of surrounding weapons.

Why not to draft? How much of an impact does A.J Dillon have on Jones, especially in the Goal
line touch category.

JM - Naturally, it is hard to repeat a season where a player scores 19 touchdowns. Jones might
struggle this season, as teams are respecting Rodgers’ underperforming offensive weapons
less and less and could focus on stopping Jones heading into the 2020 season.

Joe Mixon-Bengals: Bye Week 9

Why to draft? Bill Belichick praised Mixon after their game in December. He runs tough, can
contribute in the pass game, and should have the biggest benefit from Joe Burrow and A.J
Green on the field.

JM - Talk about a tale of two seasons last year. Mixon started the season at a horribly slow
pace. Injuries across the Bengals’ offense allowed teams to simply focus on stuffing Mixon in
the backfield, a task made easier by the Bengals miserable offensive line. Here’s just how night-
and-day Mixon’s season was:

Weeks 1-8: 320 rushing yards, 0 touchdowns
Weeks 9-17: 817 rushing yards, 5 touchdowns

So, what changed? The Bengals finally got key pieces of their offensive line back from injury,
which finally opened running lanes for Mixon to run through. The Bengals also saw improved
play from Andy Dalton, and the team seemed to turn it around in the second half of the season.
This year, the Bengals are led by number one overall pick Joe Burrow, who might already be a
better quarterback than Andy Dalton was. Mixon looks poised to have a monster 2020 season,
riding the momentum of how he finished his 2019 season.

Why not to draft? Bernard is always a worry to take away catches, this could make Mixon best
attribute as a Standard league RB.

JM - Which Mixon will we get in 2020? The early 2019 Mixon, or the later-half 2019 Mixon? That
is the biggest question mark heading into the season. Additionally, the AFC North is looking to
be a completely stacked division, which could limit Mixon’s productivity throughout the season.

Nick Chubb-Browns: Bye Week 9

Why to draft? We saw what this offense could do for Dalvin Cook. I see even more production
on the ground from Chubb with the addition of a new OT tandem and Auston Hooper. A
Standard league stud for yards and TD

JM - While much of the 2019 Browns season was a disappointment, one lone bright spot was
the (continued) emergence of Nick Chubb, who finished 2019 as the league’s leading rusher.
Chubb’s numbers should improve in 2020, as much of the Browns team that was supposed to
light up the scoreboards in 2019 is back and healthy.

What makes Chubb such a special runner is his consistency. Chubb averaged 5 yards per carry
last season, a sign of good things to come in the 2020 season.

Why not to draft? Kareem Hunt is on the roster also, which means they will have special
packages for him. They can be on the field together at times but there is only one ball.

JM - Tamper your expectations for Chubb if you are in a PPR league, as Chubb is strictly a
runner, not a receiver. The improvements on the Browns offense should be good for Chubb, but
it is worth noting that the team also has Kareem Hunt on the roster (remember him?). Chubb
might see his workload decrease in favor of Hunt, and more importantly Hunt might take away
some of Chubb’s goal-line carries.

Clyde Edwards-Helaire-Chiefs: Bye Week 10

Why to draft? This guy is the ideal fit for the Chiefs offense as an RB. He gets the tough yards,
yards after contact, and contributes in the pass game. He is got a great nose at the goal line.

JM - Every year there is a rookie everyone is excited for. This year’s is Clyde Edwards-Helaire.
A big part of that is that he was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs, whose high-octane offense
makes any player on their team relevant in fantasy circles. If nothing else, look for Edwards-
Helaire to get tons of touchdowns this year, as the Chiefs no. 1 back.

Why not to draft? Do they ease him in with a guy who is performed in big moments like Damien
Williams on board?

The Chiefs have so many weapons on offense, Edwards-Helaire will be just one of those
players the Chiefs cycle through to find offensive success. This offense still has Damien
Williams and Darwin Thompson on the roster. Even if Edwards-Helaire is seen as the “starting”
back, the Chiefs will still use a running back by committee this season, lowering Edwards-
Helaire’s ceiling.

Kenyan Drake-Cardinals: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? This is the first of the Cardinals two big trades that totally change the team.
Drake is a 3 down RB with breakaway ability. A full off-season (virtually) should just boost his
knowledge of the offense.

We finally got to see the Kenyon Drake that the Dolphins kept hidden away in their talent-
oppressive regime. Drake absolutely exploded after being traded to the Cardinals, as a perfect
fit to Kliff Kingsbury’s “Air Raid” offense. The Cardinals are putting all their faith in Drake this
upcoming season, having dumped former running back D.J. Johnson to feature Drake as their
primary back going forward. Like Mixon, Drake is second half of the season was nothing short of
magical.

With further improvements made on the Cardinals offense, there is telling what Drake can do in
2020, or how many touchdowns he will score on what is shaping up to be a generational
offense.

Why not to draft? Do the Cardinals have a view on Chase Edmonds or Eno Benjamin as the
3rd down guy.

JM - Can we trust Drake quite yet? Yes, his performance on the Cardinals last season was
spectacular, but we had watched Drake underperform on the Dolphins for years. Whether that
was simply a poor fit on a talentless team, or Drake’s time on the Cardinals was an anomaly -
we simply do not know yet. Drake holds incredible upside, but to spend an early second round
pick on a player with half of a season of success might be a bit too steep for some players.

Cam Akers-Rams: Bye Week 9

Why to draft? He was used up to his potential at FSU and that changes here with the Rams. He
is the best RB on the roster, plays 3 downs and is a Red Zone A must grab in all leagues.

Akers might be in the best situation of any running back in the 2020 rookie draft class.
Replacing the former Rams star Todd Gurley, Akers is poised to have a great rookie season as
the Rams primary back. Whereas every other rookie back will have competition or split carries
to some extent, Akers looks to be the guy for the Rams. Akers should be an early selection for
just about any league.

Why not to draft? McVay decides he is got to ease him in as a rookie, that is all I got.

The Rams offense is a far cry from the game-changing unit it was back in their 2018 Super Bowl
run. Jared Goff seems to have regressed, while the rest of the NFC West seems to have caught
up (and passed) the Rams. Akers is not as talented of a running back as Gurley was, so we
know that’s about where Akers’ ceiling is.

Derrick Henry-Titans: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? Just the number of 1sts down runs he had on 1st down is unreal. Henry plays
behind a solid line, breaks tackles and is a threat to take any run to the house. Absolutely to
reason to go to anyone else around the goal line.

JM - The best running back in the league from last season and it is not particularly close. Henry
quite literally carried the Titans into the playoffs, and within one game of a Super Bowl
appearance. Just watching Henry rip off huge run after huge run while shedding multiple tackles
is just so satisfying to watch. With 1,540 rushing yards and 16 rushing touchdowns, Henry had it
all last season. Henry also led the league with an average of 102 yards per game. The Titans
are coming back even better than they were last season, which could be another monster year
for Henry.

Why not to draft? He is on a franchise tag, does that impact his use if he does not sign long
term. Darrynton Evans should be the 3rd down RB.

Henry might have led the league in average yards per game, but we also led the league in
another relevant statistic: rushing attempts. Historically speaking, running backs who lead the
league in rushes the previous season generally see a sharp decline the next season. Injuries
have also plagued Henry throughout his career, as he has never started a full 16-game season
in his career. Henry should be a lock to go in the first round of your league, so weigh your
options carefully if you plan to pull the trigger on Henry. The Titans also drafted Darrynton
Evans to spell Henry on third downs.

Jonathan Taylor-Colts: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? The situation with Taylor and Marlon Mack is being referred to as a one-one
punch. I do not feel that lasts long and the ability to run between the tackles with a physical OL
is too good to pass up for Reich.

JM - The Colts drafted Taylor to be their workhorse back going forward. Taylor was magnificent
during his time at Wisconsin, setting college records enroute to being selected in the second
round of the draft. The Colts still have one of the best offensive lines in the NFL, which should
allow for Taylor to see some big plays for his rookie season. Having Philip Rivers under center
is an upgrade under center from what the Colts had last year which should lead to more scoring
for Taylor and the Colts.

Why not to draft? The Colts legitimately split carries, no matter what the production is on the
field.

JM - What were the Colts thinking? They still have Marlon Mack on the roster, who has been a
solid starter for the Colts. Mack had a productive 2019 season, so it will be curious to see how
to Colts handle their one-two running back situation going forward. Despite his resounding
success at Wisconsin, Taylor’s biggest knock on his scouting report was the number of carries
he received at Wisconsin. Taylor enters the NFL with close to 1,000 career carries, a lofty
number given the volatility of the running back position in the NFL. With so much wear on his
body entering the NFL, fantasy owners should be cautious when investing a high draft pick on
Taylor, who will have to battle Mack to carries, while also entering the NFL on less-than-fresh
legs.

Leonard Fournette-Jaguars: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? A surprising reason to draft is he is an all-around RB. Yes, you read that right.
He had over 70 catches in 2019 to go with ability around the goal line.

JM - Fournette has not necessarily lived up to expectations as the fourth overall pick in the 2017
NFL Draft, but also has not disappointed as a fantasy running back. Fournette remains the lone

(fantasy relevant) running back on the Jaguars roster, making him one of those rare three-down
backs. Even with all their struggles on offense last season, Fournette still pieced together a solid
fantasy campaign, finishing with close to 1,700 total yards. The Jaguars should look to continue
featuring Fournette in the upcoming season.

Why not to draft? Chris Thompson comes in with familiarity with Jay Gruden offense and takes
the 3rd down opportunities. Away from Fournette. Fournette is also in his last year of rookie
deal and is a guy to keep an eye on for movement come trade deadline time.

JM - Do not expect Fournette to score a lot this upcoming season. Since his rookie season,
Fournette has seen his touchdown total decrease in every season since. Last year, he had only
three touchdowns. It is not liked the Jaguars made significant improvements on offense this
offseason, so we should not expect that total to increase by much this upcoming season.
Fantasy owners should draft Fournette with modest touchdown expectations for the upcoming
season.

Austin Ekeler-Chargers: Bye Week 10

Why to draft? Ekeler is a PPR stud because of his ability to not only catch out of the backfield,
he also can line up at WR and run routes.

JM - The fantasy football MVP of the 2019 season. Those who took a mid-round flier on Ekeler
were rewarded handsomely. Ekeler broke out in 2019 to the tune of 1,500 total yards and eight
touchdowns in the absence of Melvin Gordon, who missed most of the season holding out for a
new contract. Ekeler was unstoppable in PPR leagues, as one of the best backs in the NFL in
catching the ball out of the backfield. Ekeler will continue to feast on opportunities this season,
as the Chargers opted not to re-sign Gordon in favor of Ekeler. Last season, Ekeler was
targeted 108 times, making him even more valuable in PPR formats.

Why not to draft? He may not get the goal line touches with Justin Jackson and Joshua Kelly in
the fold.

JM - Ekeler will have company in the backfield next year, as the Chargers bring back running
back Justin Jackson as well as fourth round rookie Joshua Kelly. A running back by committee
approach could cut into Ekeler’s value. Ekeler will also need to deal with having a new
quarterback under center, as the Chargers will turn to veteran Tyrod Taylor until rookie Justin
Herbert is ready.

D’Andre Swift-Lions: Bye Week 5

Why to draft? This is an interesting situation with Kerryon Johnson’s talent but inability to stay
on the field. Swift brings 3 down RB ability and a nose for the end zone and I feel ultimately
becomes the guy in Detroit

JM - Swift comes into Detroit in a very interesting situation. An eclectic playmaker out of
Georgia, he should add another dimension to the Lions offense and make an immediate impact.
Swift should look to be targeted high in PPR leagues as a back who excels at catching the ball
out of the backfield. Coupled with Kerryon John’s inability to stay healthy, and Swift could start
seeing increased playing time earlier in the season.

Why not to draft? The Lions level out the workload as the RBs have similar skill sets.

JM - Sadly, Kerryon Johnson is still on the team, and looks to be the team’s starting running
back to start the season. Swift is a talented player, but he is not going to be an every-down back
type of player. This is especially troubling down at the goal line, where the team will almost
always prefer Johnson over the shifty Swift.

J.K Dobbins-Ravens: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Dynasty league who must give you some production this year and is the main
handcuff in some leagues for Mark Ingram. His true value will come into fold in 2021 and
beyond.

JM - Dobbins might be the best pick in a dynasty format. With the Ravens having found their
franchise quarterback in scrambler Lamar Jackson, the team will look to run the ball for as long
as Jackson remains under center. To accommodate this, the Ravens picked up one of the best
running backs in the draft in Dobbins. Dobbins will have some opportunities to run the ball this
year in the Ravens offense. Due to the presence of Mark Ingram, expectations should be
lowered for standard and PPR leagues. However, Dobbins lines up to the “the guy” next year,
making him a must-have in the dynasty league.

Why not to draft? A good draft pick in a tough situation. The goal is to play 3 or 4 guys with the
veteran Ingram still having workhorse potential.

JM - Unfortunately for our 2020 standard/PPR players, Dobbins does not look to be anything
more than an RB3 this season. Between Lamar Jackson and Mark Ingram, Dobbins will not be
featured much this year as a rookie. Next year is a different story, barring injury this year,
Ingram Is the back to own in Baltimore.

Devin Singletary-Bills: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Singletary is a player who gets high production for the touches he is given. He
should contribute more as a PPR guy this year, while providing a spark and change of pace.

JM - Another healthy breakout last year, the Bills turned away from veteran Frank Gore and
gave the backfield to rookie phenom Devin Singletary. Singletary was a major part of the Bills
success last season, who finished with 5.1 yards per carry.

Singletary now has a full season to be the Bills starting running back and should benefit from
the additions the Bills made this season to keep the chains moving.

Why not to draft? His Goal line opportunities might be nonexistent with Zack Moss and Josh
Allen in the same backfield.

JM - Unfortunately, it is not all roses for Singletary, who will have company in the backfield this
season with third round rookie Zach Moss. Moss is the perfect complement to Singletary as the
“smash” to Singletary’s “dash.” A knock-on Singletary from last season was that he did not
score much (4 total touchdowns in 2019) and the addition of Moss as the team’s short-yard and
goal line back will make SIngletary’s scoring opportunities close to nonexistent.

Ke’Shawn Vaughn-Buccaneers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft? A Lot like Cam Akers, Vaughn comes into a situation where they need a Bell cow
RB after the less than stellar performances of Ronald Jones. He can run inside and outside with
plus skills in the pass game. A pick in all leagues.

JM - Tom Brady’s running back is always going to be a relevant fantasy player. Vaughn was
brought in this season to finally phase out Ronald Jones, who has been a bust for the Bucs.
Vaugh might be in the best shape to score touchdowns this year, as the Bucs offense will be
close to unstoppable with Brady throwing to Chris Godwin, Mike Evans, and Gronk. If nothing
else, Vaughn could be good for a 10+ touchdown season, thriving off goal-line touches that this
offense will inevitably give to him.

Why not to draft? Does Dare take away the 3rd down touches from Vaughn?

JM - Will Ronald Jones go away that easily? Jones did have an improved year last season and
is still listed as the team’s starting running back, for now.

Derrius Guice-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Physical and fast with the ability to eat up chunks of yards. This is the highest
risk/reward guy in fantasy.

JM - Guice is incredibly talented. We have only seen pieces of what Guice can do because he is
always hurt. The Redskins are showing a lot of faith in Guice, as the team did not bring in any
competition to Guice, while the aging Adrian Peterson must turn the reins over at some point.

Why not to draft? It is a crowded backfield with guys who have got similar skills outside of
Antonio Gibson. Watch how the preseason plays out and what moves are made.

JM - Will we ever truly get to see what Guice can do? It feels like the same story every year: we
see a flash of talent, only to see Guice go down with an injury.

Adrian Peterson is still there and might be thrust back onto the lineup when Guice goes down
with another injury. Unless Guice falls heavily in your draft, he just is not worth the risk of
wasting a draft pick on.

Raheem Mostert-49ers: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Mostert runs with great power, breaks tackles and can be a big asset in a TD
heavy league. He gets stronger as the game moves along, so do not get frustrated if the first 3
quarters are not what you wanted?

JM - If Derrick Henry carried the Titans through the playoffs in the AFC, Mostert carried the
49ers in the NFC. Mostert is the feel-good story of the NFL, having bounced sound numerous
teams before finally settling in on the 49ers. Last season, despite sharing the backfield with two
other backs, Mostert came alive, carving out his role as the 49ers featured running back,
finishing the regular season with an outstanding 5.6 yards per carry. Mostert is in a fantastic
spot to duplicate his 2019 breakout.

Why not to draft? He could come off the field on 3rd downs with a healthy McKinnon back on
the 49ers roster.

JM - Even though Matt Brieda is no longer on the roster, the 49ers backfield is still a crowded
one with Tevin Coleman returning and Jerrick McKinnon returning from injury. Head Coach Kyle
Shanahan loves to cycle through running backs, even if Mostert is clearly the best option.

Matt Brieda-Dolphins: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Brieda comes in with the most PPR value in the backfield, while also having early
down value. He can be a home run hitter.

JM - Finally free from the three-back prison of the 49er’s backfield, the talented Brieda has the
chance to be “the guy” in a revamped Dolphins team. Brieda holds additional value in PPR
league, as a back who can catch the ball out of the backfield. Brieda would make a fantastic flex
option, who can bust open a huge run at any time.

Why not to draft? Jordan Howard will take away Goal line touches in the Dolphins offense.

JM - The Dolphins are set to take the running back by committee approach to the season, as
the veteran Jordan Howard joins the team to be the Dolphins’ short yardage back. This might
not hurt Brieda’s production as significantly, but it should all but erase his touchdown
opportunities with Howard taking the goal line snaps.

Melvin Gordon-Broncos: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Gordon comes into a new situation where he is an early down RB that can make
all the runs. He is got value in Standard and TD leagues while also having a chance to be a
PPR help.

JM - Gordon enters 2020 as one of the biggest wild cards in all of fantasy football. His 2019
season was over before it truly began, as Gordon missed half of the season while holding out
for a new deal. Once he returned, he never quite looked like the back we have grown
accustomed to and had lost significant playing time to fellow back Austin Ekeler. This season,
Gordon joins the division rival Denver Broncos to be their early-down and goal line back.
Gordon has all the talent needed to be an effective fantasy option and should have plenty of
chances to shine on a revamped Broncos offense. Watch out for a motivated Gordon to bounce
back in 2020.

Why not to draft? After his holdout last year, he was not the same player that the talent shows.
Lindsey should take the 3rd down role while they could also be on the field together.

JM - Can Gordon return to form? Even as the season progressed, Gordon never looked the
same in 2019. Now, he joins a Broncos team with fan favorite running back Philip Lindsay on
the roster. Lindsay is coming off back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons and will carve out
significant playing time from Gordon. This will be a duplicate of the Gordon/Ekeler situation from
last year, which might not play out to Gordon’s favor in 2020.

Anthony McFarland-Steelers: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? I will just say it. By mid-season, the latest, he is the go-to RB in Pittsburgh.
McFarland has great speed, runs with good physicality and is a threat in the pass game. His
best value is in Dynasty and Standard league formats.

JM - McFarland has the talent to be a starting running back in the NFL. The Steelers have what
seems like their entire starting offense returning from injury this year, which could open more
opportunities for McFarland.

Why not to draft? James Conner is the incumbent and could the Steelers stay loyal to their guy.
Can I wait around in a standard league?

JM - This is still James Conner’s backfield. Conner, returning from nagging injuries last season,
will have every chance to bounce back in 2020. Keep an eye on McFarland as a free agent, not
a draft pick.

Le’Veon Bell-Jets: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? He is still a workhorse RB who contributes on all 3 downs in every part of the
offense. The OL is also much improved with the draft and free agent acquisitions.

JM - We all know that Bell has as much potential as any other running back in the NFL. Bell
returns as the team’s bell cow back, with a much-improved offensive line.

Why not to draft? He is not a favorite of the coach who is fighting for his job. Does he do the
safe thing or play his favorites?

JM - One day, they will make a documentary about how the most talented trio in NFL history
won zero Super Bowls, then all went their separate ways into irrelevancy. Bell made a career-
killing decision by signing with the Jets, who are mediocre in just about every way on the
offensive side of the ball. In his first year with the Jets, Bell failed to eclipse 800 yards rushing,
while only mustering 3.2 yards per carry. Not to mention that the team signed Frank Gore to
push Bell. Maybe Bell has one last bounce back season, but it seems his glory days of lighting
up the stats sheets as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers are gone.

Kareem Hunt-Browns: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?

JM - People often forget how special Hunt was as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. In the
limited action we saw him in 2019, Hunt seemed like a capable backup running back to Nick
Chubb. Hunt is a must-have handcuff for Chubb owners.

Why not to draft?

Make no mistake, this is Chubb’s backfield. Hunt might spare Chubb from time to tie, but barring
injury, Chubb will be the bell cow back in Cleveland.

David Johnson-Texans: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Bill O’Brien traded DeAndre Hopkins for Johnson and caught a lot of criticism.
Johnson is going to get a lot of touches to prove this move was the right one. When healthy he
is a 3 down RB with the ability to help in all types of leagues.

JM - Johnson gets the fresh start he so desperately needs. Getting to play next to the special
Deshaun Watson is just about as good as Johnson could have asked for. Johnson comes to
Houston to be their every down back, which alone gives him fantasy value heading into 2020.

Why not to draft? Does Duke Johnson on 3rd down cut into David Johnson and third down
production.

It has been close to four years since Johnson’s breakout, dominant 2016 season. Since then,
he has been close to nonexistent. From injuries, to a poor fit offensively, it has just been too
long since Johnson has been relevant for us to trust him. A fresh change of scenery might be
exactly what Johnson needs, but he is not worth the risk as a RB2.

Kerryon Johnson-Lions: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?

JM - Johnson will still be the goal line back and will have the first shot at being the team’s
starting back as the returning veteran. When healthy, Johnson is an effective running back and
gets to play on an improved Lions offense.

Why not to draft?

JM - Oh how the mighty have fallen. Johnson once looked like the next best thing in Detroit, but
now he finds himself as a player with a rapidly closing window. The addition of D’Andre Swift will
cut into Johnson’s playing time, and it appears the team will look to slowly turn the backfield
over to Swift. Johnson might be a talented runner, but a fragile injury history has seen him play
in only 18 appearances in the previous two seasons.

Phillip Lindsay-Broncos: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? Even with the addition of Melvin Gordon, his PPR value will be the same or even
higher. The two can be on the field together, creating some fun matchups against opposing
defenses.

JM - Hey, Lindsay can still be the guy if you are in a PPR league. Expect Lindsay to play the
“Austin Ekeler” role to Melvin Gordon in the Broncos backfield. Lindsay will probably still
surpass all expectations anyway, as the guy has overcome just about all odds at this point to
become an NFL star. Lindsay will not go away in this offense; he will just be playing a different
role.

Why not to draft? His touches will be down and could his targets be impacted by the rookies
coming into the system.

JM - Honestly, we would not blame you for shying away from either Broncos back this season.
There is so much uncertainty as to who will get the ball, how often, and when. Sure, we can
spectate that Lindsay might be strictly a third-down back, and he might take a backseat
completely to Gordon.

Alternatively, we could say that Lindsay will disappear in the Broncos backfield, and he might
perform better than Gordon. This will be a tricky puzzle to navigate this season. But hats off to
you if you end up with both backs on your roster.

Marlon Mack-Colts: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? His coach says he will be part of a 1-1 punch. He will get opportunities early to
run behind a powerful OL to get some easy yards and rack up yards.

JM - We cannot help but feel bad for Mack, who has performed admirably for the Colts, only to
see the team take their future franchise running back in the second round. At least, that is what
the thought process is. I cannot say I think that will happen. As mentioned earlier, Jonathan
Taylor enters the league with a lot of mileage on his legs. Mack has continued to play well year
after year. Despite starting only 12 games last season due to injury, Mack still racked up 1100
rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. Regardless of who it is, the Colts are looking to run the ball
this year. Even on a timeshare committee, Mack should get a handsome piece of that pie.

Why not to draft? Jonathan Taylor is a high pick, who gets better as games go on. This could
make him the closer in the Indy offense and he should get the goal line work.

JM - Still, the Colts did not spend a high draft pick on a running back to sit him on the bench.
Mack should be drafted with caution, or as a handcuff to Taylor. The presence of Taylor just
limits Mack’s upside too much to draft him with confidence.

Sony Michel-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft? The offense may be a run first offense under Jarrett Stidham to start out. The OL
should also be intact to have more 2018 postseason games than the 2019 version.

JM - Michel looked like the future of the Pats backfield during his rookie season in 2018 and
hopes to shake off his sophomore slump of the 2019 season. The Patriots are going to run the
ball this year, with little to no other offensive power, Michel should see a crazy-high workload
this season.

Why not to draft? The Patriots are a week to week game plan, this makes him a weekly play or
sit.

JM - Wow, was Michel’s 2019 season bad. He mustered just 3.7 yards per carry and looked
slow and sluggish just about all season. To make matters worse, Michel underwent foot surgery
this offseason. While he is expected to be ready by the start of the season, coming off of a poor
campaign, offseason surgery, and playing for a team whose goal is to get the top pick in the
2021 draft are all solid reasons to avoid Michel in your draft.

Cam Newton Update - Naturally, any upgrade over Jason Stidham is going to increase the
value of the offense. The addition of Newton should give Michel more opportunities to move the
chains and score, but the question remains if he can bounce back from a disaster of a
sophomore campaign.

A.J Dillon-Packers: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?

Dubbed as the “physical freak” by his Packers players and coaches, Dillon has the makings of a
special player. The Packers offense will need to lean more heavily on the run this season, with
Rodgers having little to no wide receiver weapons outside of Davante Adams.

Why not to draft?

This is still Aaron Jones’ backfield. You do not just replace 19 touchdowns worth of production.
If you drafted Jones, keep an eye on Dillon as a potential handcuff, just in case. But otherwise,
there are better options in the later rounds of the draft.

David Montgomery-Bears: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Montgomery is going to get more carries that are not just out of the shotgun into
the middle of the line. This should work to his strength of running inside and doing damage at
the 2nd level. He is also a good goal line guy for TD leagues.

Why not to draft? He does not contribute much in PPR league formats because of Cohen in the
same backfield.

Mark Ingram-Ravens: Bye Week 8

Why to draft? His great value is Standard league for yards and TD heavy leagues. The Lamar
Jackson impact gives him some good running lanes by a solid OL between the tackles.

Why not to draft? How much does the drafting of J.K Dobbins and Justice Hill 3rd down ability
could take him off the field more than last season.

Ito Smith-Falcons: Bye Week 10

Why to draft? Smith runs well between the tackles for a guy his size. He should provide good
PPR value and is a guy to have on a dynasty roster. I personally think Gurley's knee is not a
good situation and Smith is the guy.

Why not to draft? The Falcons play the name guy because they paid him, and the coach is on a
short leash.

Carlos Hyde-Seahawks: Bye Week 6

Why to draft? His tour of the NFL including 2019 in Houston, shows he is a productive yardage
RB and threat at the goal line. Seattle has a lot of questions with players coming back from
injuries at the position.

Why not to draft? Hyde appears to wear out his welcome quick but is productive when on the
field. How does he bounce back from surgery?

Zack Moss-Bills: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Moss goes into an ideal situation where his skill set fits like a puzzle with Devin
Singletary. Moss is a tough runner, who will battle Josh Allen (yes, the QB) for TD opportunities
at the goal line.

Why not to draft? He will be in a definite split time situation with Devin Singletary and we must
see how that situation plays out in 2020.

Tarik Cohen-Bears: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? Cohen should be a PPR stud with his skill set out of the backfield and ability to
line up as a WR. The Bears manufacture ways to get the ball in his hands and this should step
up in 2020.

Why not to draft? He will not have great value in Standard or TD leagues with David
Montgomery on the roster.

Darrynton Evans-Titans: Bye Week 7

Why to draft? The answer to your Derrick Henry handcuff question and a guy who should
contribute on 3rd downs. Explosive player who runs with good physicality and ability to catch
the ball.

Why not to draft? Derrick Henry is on the roster, that is a lot of touches out the window.

Jordan Howard-Dolphins: Bye Week 11

Why to draft? You go into this situation knowing it is a split RB situation. The benefits of
Howard are the between the tackles running and TD carries.

Why not to draft? You have got the opportunity to grab a player who is guaranteed more of a
percentage of touches.

Darrell Henderson-Rams: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Henderson filled in admirably for Todd Gurley last season.

Why not to draft?
It is Cam Akers time. The Rams will look to feature their rookie running back in this season’s
offense.

Ronald Jones II-Buccaneers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
Jones is still the starter, despite rookie Vaughn breathing down his neck.

Why not to draft?
It seems that head coach Bruce Arians has had enough of the former USC product, and the
team will look to pass the baton to Vaughn as the team’s prominent back.

Joshua Kelly-Chargers: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
PPR leagues should keep an eye on Kelly, who was a standout at UCLA as a receiving ack with
big-play potential.

Why not to draft?
Kelly has his work cut out for him before seeing playing time on the field. Austin Ekeler will be
this team’s main running back, while Justin Jackson will begin the season as the team’s primary
third-down back.

James White-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft? A PPR stud whose value is still there with Tom Brady in Tampa. He catches
screens, balls out of the backfield, and can run WR routes.

Why not to draft? You are curious on the connection between Stidham and White before you
pounce.

Cam Newton Update - The addition of Cam Newton to the Patriots is an amazing value for
White, who should see plenty of check-down and read-option looks with Newton under center.

We all remember how well Newton and Christian McCaffrey played together during their time in
Carolina in 2018, which brings White’s value up quite a bit this season.

Tevin Coleman-49ers: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
He is still around, as insurance for Mostert and a product of Kyle Shanahan’s love affair with
insisting on using multiple running backs.

Why not to draft?
Coleman might not even be the team’s third best running back on the roster. Expect Raheem
Mostert to dominate the carries, while Coleman fights with his 49ers teammates for playing time.

Justice Hill-Ravens: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Hill should be kept a close watch in PPR leagues as the team’s receiving back.

Why not to draft?
Ingram, Dobbins, and Jackson’s rushing ability will make it hard for Hill to carve out a role in this
offense outside of passing downs.

Boston Scott-Eagles: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
As a Miles Sanders handcuff.

Why not to draft?
Miles Sanders is that special. He will be the all-around back for the Eagles this season.

Lamical Perine-Jets: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
As insurance in case Le’Veon Bell is injured.

Why not to draft?
Behind Bell and Gore, Perine will struggle to find playing time this season.

Giovani Bernard-Bengals: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Still a semi-relevant PPR back, Bernard is still sticking around as the Bengals third-down back.

Why not to draft?
Bernard’s best days are behind him. Joe Mixon should take most of the third down snaps,
except for third and longs.

Damien Williams-Chiefs: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Still technically listed as the starter, Williams could see himself having a nice season as an RB
streaming option. Any Chiefs player has the chance to break out any given week, so
handcuffing Williams to Edwards-Helaire is not a bad option at all.

Why not to draft?
The Chiefs clearly have a vision to give Edwards-Helaire all he can handle in his rookie season.

Lynn Bowden Jr-Raiders: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
A protective handcuff for Josh Jacobs.

Why not to draft?
Barring injury, we might not even see Jacobs leave the field this season - he is the man for the
Raiders this year.

Chris Thompson-Jaguars: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Thompson has so much untapped potential as s scat-back that we never got to see during his
time in Washington. With Leonard Fournette as the team’s early-down back. Thompson provide
unique opportunity as the team’s third-down back in PPR leagues.

Why not to draft?
There is a reason we never got to see what Thompson could do on the Redskins: injuries and
underwhelming performances have left Thompson as a forgotten name in fantasy football.

Todd Gurley-Falcons: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Talk about The Fall of Rome. What on earth happened to Todd Gurley? Quite frankly, we might
not ever know until Gurley retires. Knee problems that never healed, knee problems that
completely healed, and knee problems that were completely healed but kept Gurley on the
bench. Gurley’s departure from the Rams was confusing, and leaves players with lots of
unanswered questions. Here is what we do know:

Gurley is on a much more talented offense now. And he is the only relevant back in Atlanta,
making him an intriguing option, assuming his knee has healed.

Why not to draft?
What is up with the knee? Why did the Falcons wait so long for Gurley to take his physical? Will
Gurley ever be the same again? At some point, someone will take a shot at Gurley in the mid
rounds of the draft. If you can afford to do it, Gurley might just be the high-risk/high-reward
player that pushes your team into the playoffs.

Alexander Mattison-Vikings: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Mattison is an interesting option here for one reason: Dalvin Cook’s impending holdout. If Cook
holds out, Mattison becomes the guy in Minnesota. Think of this yet another example of the
Melvin Gordon/Austin Ekeler situation from last offseason. The longer Cook’s holdout lasts, the
more appealing Mattison becomes.

Why not to draft?
As soon as Cook stops his silly contract holdout, Mattison goes back to handcuff status.

Chris Carson-Seahawks: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Carson does not get the love he deserves. Carson is an effective running back, who puts up
RB1 numbers despite the Seahawks running back by committee approach.

Why not to draft?
Carson might not ever get the love he deserves, especially with former first round pick Rashad
Penny sharing the workload with him.

Antonio Gibson-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Someone must run the ball when Guice gets hurt.

Why not to draft?
That someone will likely be Adrian Peterson, again.

Tony Pollard-Cowboys: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
As a handcuff to Ezekiel Elliott.

Why not to draft?
Zeke is one of the few running backs who simply never comes off the field. Keep an eye on
Pollard as a free agent option.

Duke Johnson-Texans: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
David Johnson has not had an effective season in four years. When he inevitably busts, having
Johnson could make you look like a genius in your league.

Why not to draft?
Every roster spot counts, and shelving Johnson while the Texans fiddle around with David
Johnson might not be worth it this time around.

Chase Edmonds-Cardinals: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
We do not quite know if Drake is the real deal, yet. He looks the part, but Edmonds did have a
monster game in Drake’s absence last season. Is Drake that talented, or is this system just very
running back-friendly?

Why not to draft?
Drake’s monster finish to 2019 gives him a lengthy leash when it comes to the Cardinals’
starting running back spot.

James Conner-Steelers: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
After taking over for Le’Veon Bell, Conner crashed hard last season, struggling with multiple
injuries that prevented his season from ever taking off. Conner is still a great running back and
will look to be the Steelers’ bell cow back to start the season. The rest of the Steelers’ offense
will be returning from injury, which should give Conner more opportunities to thrive.

Why not to draft?
Maybe Conner was a one hit wonder? It will be hard to tell going into 2020, as Conner looked
abysmal last season while struggling to stay healthy.

Damien Harris-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Sony Michel might not last long as the Patriots’ starting running back. Harris might be their best
option going forward.

Why not to draft?
The Patriots simply have no offensive presence this season. It would be hard to trust any of
them.

Latavius Murray-Saints: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Murray is a great between-the-tackles runner who even took away playing time from Alvin
Kamara last season. He is a lock to be picked as a Kamara handcuff, but also has value in case
Kamara struggles again this season.

Why not to draft?
This is still a Kamara-led backfield. Keep Murray in backup/handcuff territory.

Ryquell Armstead-Jaguars: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Maybe Armstead is the back the Jaguars turn to in case of a Fournette injury.

Why not to draft?
Armstead is a longshot to see playing time this year outside of an injury.

Adrian Peterson-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
When Derrius Guice gets hurt, the Redskins will turn to Peterson once again to carry the load
on offense.

Why not to draft?
It is hard to believe that Peterson turns 35 this year. The future Hall of Famer’s glory days are
long gone.

Dion Lewis-Giants: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
The third down back for the Giants to spell Saquon Barkley.

Why not to draft?
Any backup to s back as special as Barkley likely will not see much playing time.

Jamaal Williams-Packers: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
Williams holds some PPR value in the Packers backfield,

Why not to draft?
It is probably too much of a reach to consider drafting the Packers’ third string running back.

Dare Ogunbowale-Buccaneers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
Ogunbowale might be the backup if/when the Bucs trade away Jones.

Why not to draft?
Until then, he is just a third string running back looking for an opportunity.

Justin Jackson-Chargers: Bye Week 10

Why to draft?
Jackson holds value this year, especially in PPR leagues as the Chargers’ third down back.

Why not to draft?
Jackson is stuck in an awkward position, stuck between Ekeler and rookie Joshua Kelly.

Rodney Smith-Panthers: Bye Week 13

Why to draft?
As a (distant) handcuff to Christian McCaffrey.

Why not to draft?
McCaffrey does not come off the field.

Frank Gore-Jets: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
Gore might see the field more than expected if Le’Veon Bell busts this year.

Why not to draft?
Turning 37 this year, it is time for Gore to retire, not sign with a bottom-feeder team like the Jets.

Devonta Freeman-FA

Why to draft?
At one point, Freeman was the featured back in a dynamic Falcons offense. Now a free agent,
Freeman is still booking for a team to sign with. Keep tabs on training camp and preseason
injuries for the right team to come along and sign Freeman.

Why not to draft?
Still unsigned, Freeman has no current value in fantasy until he has a team.

Nyheim Hines-Colts: Bye Week 7

Why to draft?
Hines has some value as a PPR back, as neither Mack nor Taylor forecast to catch any passes
this year.

Why not to draft?
Third string and stuck behind two guys the Colts hope to feature does not exactly bode well for
Hines’ fantasy outlook this year.

Malcolm Brown-Rams: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Brown could see some playing time if Henderson’s injury keeps him out for an extended period.

Why not to draft?
Behind Akers and Henderson, it will be hard to get Brown onto the field.

Jalen Richard-Raiders: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
There once was a time when Richard could have been the Raiders’ future at running back. He
clearly has enough talent to stick around.

Why not to draft?
Josh Jacobs owns this backfield now.

Benny Snell JR-Steelers: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
If Conner struggles once again, it is a free-for-all for who takes his snaps.

Why not to draft?
It probably will not be Snell, a career backup.

Bryce Love-Redskins: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
When Guice gets hurt, maybe Love sees some playing time.

Why not to draft?
Unlikely, as the Redskins will turn to Adrian Peterson instead.

Gus Edwards-Ravens: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
A deep insurance policy for Ingram and Dobbins.

Why not to draft?
He is too far buried on the Ravens’ depth chart.

Royce Freeman-Broncos: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
If Gordon goes down with injury, Lindsay and Freeman end up as the next choices for running
back.

Why not to draft?
Freeman could be cut before the season even starts.

Jerrick McKinnon-49ers: Bye Week 11

Why to draft?
We have already established that Kyle Shanahan can’t not use more than one running back, so
McKinnon could get a piece of the pie this season.

Why not to draft?
Mostert, then Coleman, then McKinnon. In that order.

Rex Burkhead-Patriots: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Burkhead is that guy who vultures’ touchdowns and randomly starts on Monday Night Football
simply because Bill Belichick wants to.

Why not to draft?
The third down running back on a tanking team should not really see any looks for fantasy
purposes. The addition of Cam Newton is not nearly as impactful for Burkhead as it is for guys
like Sony Michel and James White.

Eno Benjamin-Cardinals: Bye Week 8

Why to draft?
Same as Chase Edmonds, any running back has a chance to shine in the “Air Raid” offense

Why not to draft?
Behind Chase Edmonds, Benjamin has a long shot to see the field in 2020.

DeeJay Dallas-Seahawks: Bye Week 6

Why to draft?
Any injury to the Seattle backfield could see Dallas getting increased playing time.

Why not to draft?
Behind a two-back backfield, Dallas is the odd man out.

Ameer Abdullah-Vikings: Bye Week 5

Why to draft?
Cook’s holdout could make it a fight to the top for the Vikings backfield.

Why not to draft?
Too many options for Vikings backs, and Abdullah could be cut before the season begins.

Benny Lemay-Browns: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
Lemay could be a decent PPR option should an injury occur.

Why not to draft?
Lemay is just too far down the depth chart.

Rodney Anderson-Bengals: Bye Week 9

Why to draft?
If Mixon holds out, Anderson could see playing time in his absence.