The notoriously difficult position is one Gordon assumed immediately in training camp, and he has shown off his incredible range playing both inside and outside. You can ask 10 different people that question and get 10 different answers. Tristan H. Cockcroft: J.K. Dobbins, RB, Baltimore Ravens Mike Clay: Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns He hasn't disappeared in Jefferson's shadow. The one key difference between those two is their situations. The Niners won't ask Trey Lance to be the focal point of a team with championship aspirations. Kyle Soppe: Jaylen Waddle He gets to play with Russell Wilson too. Yes, he's 37 years old, but his 14 years in the league show he's durable (he has missed just one game in his 12 years as a starter) and an experienced decision-maker who can get the ball to his receivers quickly (another trait already on display at minicamp). For all the focus on Mac Jones and the offense, the defense was swarming at times, with lineman Deatrich Wise Jr. noting how "dominating" the unit was in a joint practice with the Panthers. He is in line for upward of 90 targets, with 10% to 15% of them in the red zone. -- Sarah Barshop. -- Rob Demovsky, It's been more than 19 months since he tore his ACL, and that left knee is still an issue. He's not expected to miss significant regular-season time, but his absence brought to light Miami's lack of depth behind him. Most important discovery at camp: The defense might be legit. "A very minor procedure. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. But McKenzie is even more explosive and faster than Cole Beasley, meaning he could pick up more yards after the catch and even be targeted downfield at times. This offense is downright frightful to opposing defenses, meaning the No. Gardner will have growing pains, sure, but he has the skill and swagger to change the personality of the defense. But if anything was to happen to Hall, he has RB1 upside. The surgically repaired right ankle is not an issue. And with a softer schedule, the Colts are primed to finish with one of the top records in the AFC. Inside the Lions' facility, his growing popularity has earned the nickname "Rodrigo," and he has become a star on HBO's "Hard Knocks." Mills flashed some of the critical factors needed to produce consistently as a pro during his rookie season. Gardner-Johnson, there's no question about him starting outside Marshon Lattimore. Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for a new edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast from the Fantasy Lounge! One challenge is deciphering how much the defensive success was a result of the Patriots' offense experiencing its own "growing pains." -- Doug Kezirian. He also was in the top 10 with 13 end zone targets. -- Mike Triplett, The Jets could potentially have 13 starters who are either rookies or second-year players. Both are among the prime contenders to hoist the Vince Lombardi Trophy at the conclusion of the season. Bateman has an excellent chance to finish as a top-20 fantasy receiver and could potentially finish in WR1 range. The timing is dreadful, because it is so close to the start of the regular season, and the Cowboys don't have a ready-made replacement at left tackle. Given the improvements, the Lions should at least double their win total. It's an answer we won't know for at least two months, if not the whole season. Matt Bowen: Russell Gage, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Russell Wilson has spent plenty of time getting in sync with Jeudy, who has been a regular in the quarterback meetings to try to speed up that process. Love the talent, hate the price. 10. 2. Spencer Strider, Atlanta Braves (35 ADP) The Atlanta Braves rotation produced the seventh-best WAR in the league in 2022, and a lot of that is thanks to Rookie of the Year runner-up Spencer . Bold prediction for 2022: Derrick Henry will top 1,700 rushing yards. -- Trotter, Fantasy breakout candidate: David Bell, WR, The third-round pick from Purdue enters a relatively wide-open wide receiver situation with the skills to provide immediate aid in catches out of the slot. -- Mike Reiss, Injuries have limited him for stretches over his seven-year career, but he hasn't missed a practice in camp while developing a quick rapport with Jones. -- Pryor, Fantasy breakout candidate: Pat Freiermuth, TE, Freiermuth tied for first among tight ends in 2021 with 20 red zone targets. The new regime has already declined his fifth-year option, meaning Jones is a free agent at the end of the season. Hunt is too important to the Browns' offense. -- Keim. -- Doug Kezirian. If we assume his ACL issues are truly behind him, then that long-awaited true breakout is possible. He will need to beat out Cedrick Wilson Jr., but the opportunity is there for the Texas Tech product. In his first year, he backed up Carson Wentz and took over the QB1 role to end the year. Freiermuth ranked 13th among tight ends in scoring as a rookie last season, and he'll be aiming to take a step forward in Year 2. The defensive front seven and the offensive line will dictate the Steelers' success this season. Neither is likely to happen at this point. 2022 NFL Draft Central. Describe the QB situation in three words: HOF to meh. Adebo looks like he has grown by leaps and bounds this preseason, and with Roby likely taking the nickel slot once occupied by C.J. Talent and opportunity are aligned nicely here. He hasn't done that so far. 2 seed in the AFC. But Olave is a smooth route-runner who looks polished for a rookie -- and Jameis Winston will love his downfield ability. By James Bassil | August 19, 2022 11:33 am ET. Our panel comprises the following ESPN Fantasy writers and editors: Stephania Bell, Matt Bowen, Mike Clay, Tristan H. Cockcroft, Daniel Dopp, Joe Kaiser, Eric Karabell, Keith Lipscomb, Liz Loza, Eric Moody, Kyle Soppe and Field Yates. Mitch Trubisky hasn't done anything to lose the starting job, but Pickett's intuition and energy might push the Steelers to insert him into the starting lineup if Trubisky falters early in the season. He only costs an RB3 price to acquire. -- Getzenberg. When he's rushing right, as he did in the second half of 2020, Young is a dynamic defensive playmaker, but one who needs to mature as a pass-rusher. Barkley is also more confident, something he admitted this offseason, and it has made a discernible difference. -- Bowen. 1 cornerback the Niners hoped he'd be when they signed him to a three-year, $42 million contract in March. -- Matt Bowen, It's a rebuilding season. Eric Karabell: Adam Thielen, Minnesota Vikings 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, 2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, 2023 NFL combine preview: 15 future fantasy football stars to watch. He had an opportunity to lead the Titans on a game-winning drive against the Bengals in the divisional playoff game last season, but he joined Brett Favre and Dom Strock as the only quarterbacks since 1980 to throw an interception in the final minute of a tie game in the postseason. That was the game where the world learned the name Gabriel Davis, but this season will be the year he becomes a household name. Eric Moody: Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas Raiders It doesn't take much to understand why fantasy drafters aren't fighting each other to draft Barkley in the first couple of rounds. Davenport had nine sacks last year despite playing in only 11 games, but he has never played a full season. Draft a league now and start fresh with a 0-0 record and a shortened schedule. That unit can create disruption, take the ball away and slow down the best quarterbacks in the league, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Tom Brady, who has yet to beat the Saints in four regular-season games over the past two years. Recording 16 career touchdowns of 40-plus yards at Clemson, there's no denying Etienne's skills in space. In McDaniels' schemed pass game, Carr will be set up to attack open coverage voids and cut it loose on deep ball throws. Matt Bowen: Diontae Johnson, Pittsburgh Steelers Matt Bowen: Dawson Knox, Buffalo Bills Before that, the second-round pick had been playing his way into a significant role alongside Rashaad Penny in Seattle's post-Chris Carson backfield. Daniel Dopp: Dawson Knox George Pickens has received a lot of offseason hype and for good reason. In a new offense under O'Connell, plus an explosive group at the skill spots, Minnesota is going to score points this season. Bateman had a sterling prospect profile coming out of the University of Minnesota, with an 82nd percentile college dominator rating, a 93rd percentile breakout age and a 98th percentile college target share, per PlayerProfiler.com. They will need it in a division that includes Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle and Stefon Diggs. Joe Kaiser: Evan Engram, Jacksonville Jaguars Last season, Baltimore lost two overtime games and four tilts by two points or fewer. General manager Howie Roseman went all-in this offseason, adding impact players on both sides of the ball. My bet is that he'll show up. -- Doug Kezirian. The Jaguars hope the addition of Travon Walker will have the same impact on Allen. With the 2022 NFL season now officially in the books, all eyes turn toward the 2023 NFL Draft. Create or join an ESPN Fantasy football league today, Matt Bowen: Kirk Cousins, Minnesota Vikings He has established trust with quarterback Jared Goff through their offseason work together, and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson has confidence in Chark's attention to detail and playmaking ability. -- Wagoner, Fantasy breakout candidate: Trey Lance, QB, Lance is expected to thrive in Kyle Shanahan's fantasy-friendly offense. 4 overall, has lockdown potential on the perimeter. -- Davenport, Fantasy breakout candidate: Robert Woods, WR, Robert Woods is projected for 106 targets and has an average draft position of WR46 in ESPN leagues. Ultimately, if Hunt wants a big contract next offseason, either from the Browns or another team, he'll need to produce this season while staying relatively healthy. Bold prediction for 2022: Offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich will be one of the top head-coaching candidates at the end of the season. Liz Loza: Tom Brady, Tampa Bay Buccaneers With Samuel, Kittle and Aiyuk among the 49ers' receiving playmakers, the dual-threat quarterback will add a vertical element to the 49ers' offense. Kyle Soppe: Kyler Murray To me, it is a player who is going to surpass his ADP and likely by a wide margin. 2022 fantasy football breakout candidates include Trey Lance, Trevor Lawrence, and others As the NFL season draws closer, which players are primed to breakout in 2022 for fantasy football and could be values on draft day? He won't be Washington's top offensive threat, but his versatility and quickness underneath will impact their offense. -- Bowen, Because of the presence of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, there aren't many targets for other players in Miami's offense, but Ezukanma, a fourth-round pick in April, has a real shot at becoming the Dolphins' No. Field Yates: Gabriel Davis, WR, Buffalo Bills He can get loose at the second and third level of the Ravens' play-action passing game too. Pierce ran strong that night, breaking two tackles with 42 of his 49 yards coming after contact. Tannehill has 13 game-winning drives since joining the Titans in 2019, one behind Derek Carr for the most over that span, including the playoffs. Luckily for you drafters, there are plenty of those, as well. Bold prediction for 2022: The Vikings will finish with the top scoring offense. " Gabriel Davis screams breakout season for the 2022 year. Hutchinson's playing style, paired with defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's scheme, puts the rookie in a position to create pocket disruption and the ability to win one-on-ones. Run game coordinator/assistant head coach Harold Goodwin likened practicing against them to "trying to stop a motor home." In addition, the schedule also looks challenging late in the season, with two games against the Bills and one versus the defending AFC champion Bengals. Joe Kaiser: Darren Waller The season will be a success if the Patriots register at least one playoff win. Sure, he hasn't done so much in his NFL career, but last season he finished inside the top four in completion percentage and yards per attempt on throws of at least 20 air yards. The running back might not ultimately be what he was in his rookie year (1,307 rushing yards), but this is the most explosive he has looked in a while. The Saints moved up from the 16th to the 11th spot in the 2022 NFL draft to select Olave. Daniel Dopp: Derek Carr, QB, Las Vegas Raiders Stephania Bell: James Conner, Arizona Cardinals Which WR has the best shot of having a breakout year in 2022 and why? First-round pick Tyler Smith was said to be the left tackle of the future as he competed for the left guard spot. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! That's not me putting unfair expectations on them. The only question is whether his great training camp translates to the regular season. 2 wide receiver during the last five weeks of 2021, when the former Michigan Wolverine averaged six targets per contest and had two games with at least 65 yards and a score. I expect the now 100% healthy Akers to be dialed in as the top RB in Sean McVays consistent 1-RB offense, where the teams lead back averages 20-plus touches per game. With schemed fronts and twists/stunts, Lawson has the power and closing speed to win matchups. The reason he can rack up fantasy points so quickly is because what he can do with his legs. Gainwell could be open underneath a lot as teams try to keep up with the Eagles' top weapons. Stroud, more . They are good friends off the field and already seem to have a strong connection between the lines, with Hurts targeting Brown early and often this summer. The season will be a success if the Bucs win the Super Bowl and only if they win the Super Bowl. 2022 NFL draft by position. 2022 Top 12 fantasy football rookies. Jan 26, 2022 Free agency and the draft are now on the minds of every NFL team except the Cincinnati Bengals, Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams the final four vying for the Lombardi Trophy. Fantasy managers just need to forget about last season's dysfunctional clown show that was the Jacksonville Jaguars and see all the potential in a new, competent coaching staff with a tantalizing, young offense. The Lawrence breakout is coming; its just a matter of when. -- Bowen. While Prescott is fine, will his offensive line be fine? Pie-in-the-sky fantasy football landing spots for NFL free agents, cut/trade candidates, Top 2023 NFL free agents at key fantasy football positions, Clay: Updated dynasty fantasy football rankings, Early fantasy football PPR rankings for 2023 by position, Tom Brady retires as GOAT in fantasy and betting, too, Fantasy Improv: Daniel and Liz look ahead to the 2023 season. The travel and strength of schedule is much more difficult this season, with road games at the 49ers, vs. the Chargers and vs. the Bills. Most important discovery at camp: Kyle Philips emerged as the top slot receiver and punt returner. -- Mike Triplett, The Pats won 10 games last season. Washington eased Samuel into training camp as the team wanted to be extra cautious about some hamstring tightness after a year in which soft-tissue injuries limited him to five ineffective games. Hes got an easy path to double-digit touchdowns after Henderson and Sony Michel combined for the second-most red zone touches among RBs last season, accompanied by the lowest rushing TD rate of any team. The Cowboys are asking a lot of Prescott, but that is what's expected of a $40 million quarterback. Cook's departure frees up 80-plus targets, which could lead to some monster efforts for the South Alabama product. Bears' Justin Fields discusses electric 2022 campaign, No. Bold prediction for 2022: Myles Garrett will win Defensive Player of the Year. They ranked top-8 in that category the three seasons prior. 2022 NFL draft by round. Havenstein is a leader for this Rams offense, but he said before training camp that he's letting his agent worry about a new contract so he can focus on football. Keith Lipscomb: Garrett Wilson, New York Jets -- Holder, Fantasy breakout candidate: Mo Alie-Cox, TE, The Colts signed Alie-Cox to a three-year deal worth $18 million ($8.2 million guaranteed). But Robinson has been one of the NFL's most talented receivers for nearly a decade, and now we finally get to see him with a top quarterback and offense that has done wonders for other veteran receivers. If he does that and the Niners stay healthy, they believe they can return to the Super Bowl. The Panthers have mismanaged the quarterback position during Rhule's time in charge. Olave stands out among the six receivers selected in Round 1. At 6-foot-4 and 215 pounds, Collins thrives in contested situations, dominating on the outside and in the red zone. Eric Karabell: Hunter Henry Stephania Bell: Elijah Mitchell, San Francisco 49ers Davis brings a ton of upside in that role. Mac Jones led all rookie QBs in completion percentage (68%) against the fifth-most-difficult schedule against the pass. A timing and rhythm thrower with the pocket mobility to create space in traffic, Young fits the offensive scheme under first-year coach Brian Daboll. He looked like his old self again in camp, but his two injuries will be something to monitor as they get him back in the lineup. Describe the QB situation in three words: Future is now? In fact, he has 24 TD catches over the past two seasons and is fully healthy heading into 2022. -- Bowen. But the 230-pounder has the most breakout potential of the trio and has shown some passing-down growth this summer, along with his running ability. The goal for Greenard should be the mid-teens in sacks because the ability is there. After missing his entire rookie season with a foot injury, the former first-round pick has flashed on preseason tape in Year 2. Jimmy Garoppolo is staying in San Francisco, at least for now. When Jackson threw a career-worst 13 interceptions last season, he received lackluster protection from his blockers up front. Eric Karabell: Michael Thomas Also, the lack of team speed is visible versus the NFL's top competition. Other times its a veteran who has the potential to see a larger role or is one injury away from becoming a high-volume starter. Matt Bowen: Aaron Rodgers He has missed 28 of the past 29 games because of an injured left ankle. They have the best net rest schedule advantage in the NFL. Melendez didn't exactly set the world on fire as a rookie last season, slashing .217/.313/.393 with 18 home runs, 21 doubles and 62 RBIs in 129 games. Bold prediction for 2022: Lamar Jackson will not sign a new deal this season. When looking for a breakout player, I'm mindful of several key factors: the player's skill set and the chance for it to improve from one year to the next, the role he may play and the offense that he plays in. Daniel Dopp: James Conner Look for Hutchinson to post 10-plus sacks. Eric Moody: Chris Olave Field Yates: Aaron Rodgers. McCaffrey hopes a change in preparation he received, in part, from Marshall Faulk will keep him healthy and help him return to the level he was in 2019, when he had 1,000 yards rushing and receiving. During those contests, Gainwell averaged 15 opportunities (rushing attempts plus targets). -- Weinfuss, Fantasy breakout candidate: Rondale Moore, WR, Moore saw 65 targets as a rookie, a number that should climb in 2022 with Hopkins suspended the first six weeks. There's no question he is the Texans' best running back. No matter who's throwing the football, Pickens will undoubtedly make plays. Bold prediction for 2022: AJ Dillon will lead the Packers in rushing yards. It's the anticipated red zone usage, however, that puts the third-year tight end in the mix for a potential breakout season. He had career highs in receptions (77) and receiving yards (982) last season, but based on training camp and his play in the preseason (eight targets and five catches in two quarters), he should not have trouble surpassing both if he stays healthy. And the best part? With favorable matchups against the Giants, Panthers, Jaguars, Jets and Falcons, the Ravens might have better luck in close contests this season. 1 receiver, and I'm excited about the opportunity to work with him." The former Alabama star put together some impressive rookie tape last season, and I expect him to play at an extremely high level in his second pro season. -- Newton, Fantasy breakout candidate: Robbie Anderson, WR, In 2020, Anderson's first season with Rhule and the Panthers, he caught 95 passes and topped 1,000 yards receiving. 1-ranked Cowboys defense in a game in which he got ejected early. -- Barshop, Fantasy breakout candidate: Allen Robinson II, WR, Last season's plummet in Chicago was disturbing, and he just turned 29. Kmet saw a total of just 12 red zone targets last year, with only six end zone targets. The offense will click more, and they should have enough to make a legitimate title run. Mike Clay: Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville Jaguars The season will be a success if the Chargers advance to the AFC Championship Game. 2022 NFL draft by team. It sounds odd to expect better things from the former Bear, but if were talking about a best shot to break out, you couldnt ask for a better culture of excellence to surround you than the Pittsburgh Steelers. London is a big-bodied receiver who can win 50/50 balls and be utilized in the red/end zone. A starting role should increase his floor, while his fantasy ceiling remains sky-high in a high-powered offense. -- Woodyard, Fantasy breakout candidate: D'Andre Swift, RB, Swift is already quite valuable in fantasy, but the upside is there -- should he stay healthy and earn more volume -- to become one of the top running backs in the league. More for comfort, more than anything," Chargers coach Brandon Staley said. Liz Loza: Khalil Herbert, Chicago Bears The second-year wideout has received glowing reviews during camp and projects to work as a complement to Brandin Cooks. -- Marcel Louis-Jacques, Jones began training camp on the PUP list after offseason Achilles surgery and missed the entire preseason. -- Bowen, Kmet more than doubled his targets, catches and yards from his rookie season to Year 2. -- Matt Bowen, The Bills got even better this offseason in free agency and the draft (Von Miller, Kaiir Elam, James Cook). 2022 NFL Draft: Day 2 fantasy football recap. A healthy Derrick Henry is their best weapon, but I see regression looming for this team, especially after losing wideouts A.J. Etienne has RB1 upside right now, but he's going in flex range. -- Bowen. Eric Karabell: Trevor Lawrence Cam Akers (RB LAR) Also, the Texans' offensive roster is better than most think. However, after the bye week in Week 6, Moore was on fire. The season will be a success if QB Baker Mayfield becomes the player the Browns thought he would be. Check out our ranking of the top 10 breakout candidates in fantasy heading into the season. -- Josh Weinfuss, The Cardinals traded for the receiver on the first day of the NFL draft, reuniting him with his college quarterback, Kyler Murray. Daniel Dopp: Aaron Rodgers -- Eric Moody, The Eagles check all the boxes. Mike Clay: Allen Robinson II, Los Angeles Rams Most important discovery at camp: Atlanta's secondary might be really talented -- and deep. Make sure to follow Michael on Twitter and Instagram. -- Raanan, Fantasy breakout candidate: Kadarius Toney, WR, A first-round pick in 2021, Toney has as much potential to make you regret drafting him -- or make you regret missing out -- as anyone on this list. "It seemed like everything had slowed down for him and he was getting the ball out on time," he said. They do have home games against the Falcons, Giants and Jets, but overall, it's too tough of a schedule to envision seven-plus wins. His timeline to return in unknown. As a part of our partnership with ESPN, this is a part of a story that was originally published on ESPN+ and can be viewed in its entirety here with your ESPN+ subscription Ranking NFL second-year breakout candidates for 2022: 15 players who could become stars, from quarterbacks to pass-rushers There is no cookie-cutter career progression blueprint in the NFL. Bold prediction for 2022: The Bills will win Super Bowl LVII. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. But the remade defense, under new coordinator Patrick Graham, has to show up and keep games manageable. -- Cimini, Impact newcomer: Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, CB, The Jets allowed the eighth-highest passer rating (99.9) on targets to wide receivers, per NFL Next Gen Stats. 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