All articles tagged with #players to avoid
FantasyPros’ 2026 draft piece flags six players experts avoid: Matthew Stafford may not repeat last year’s peak; Alec Pierce’s ankle issues threaten workload; Rashee Rice’s off-field history and Chiefs’ depth dim his value; Brian Thomas Jr.’s sophomore year raises questions about production; Jake Ferguson’s value is inflated by teammates; and Mark Andrews shows potential decline, making them risky picks at current ADP.
FantasyPros’ 2026 draft guide flags 13 players experts avoid in fantasy football, using consensus rankings vs ADP to show where pros aren’t likely to reach. The group spans QBs, RBs and TEs, including Ashton Jeanty, Josh Allen, Jeremiyah Love, Travis Etienne Jr., Cam Skattebo, Quinshon Judkins, David Montgomery, TreVeyon Henderson, Harold Fannin Jr., Sam LaPorta, Kyle Pitts, Chuba Hubbard, and RJ Harvey. Derek Brown provides standout notes on a few backs—Love’s workload in Arizona’s crowded backfield with injury clouding Week 1, Fannin Jr.’s potential drop from top-tier TE1, Harvey’s uncertain role behind Dobbins/ Coleman, and Henderson’s upside yet crowded path in 2026—illustrating how backfield competition and injury risk can cap upside for otherwise intriguing players.
FantasyPros’ expert consensus rankings highlight three players to fade in 2026 drafts: Jalen Hurts at a midrange QB1 price due to limited passing upside and declining rushing TDs; DeVon Achane facing a challenging setup with a weak Dolphins line and Malik Willis at QB; and Brian Thomas Jr. showing a sophomore slump with reduced targets and stiffer competition, illustrating how experts’ guidance can diverge from ADP when drafting.
The article provides fantasy football waiver wire pickups for NFL Week 9, highlighting players like Tyrone Tracy Jr., Troy Franklin, Joe Flacco, and J.J. McCarthy, with analysis on their recent performances, schedules, and potential as short-term or long-term options for fantasy managers.
This article highlights 10 NFL players to avoid in fantasy football drafts, including tight end Brock Bowers, running back Jonathan Taylor, wide receiver Tyreek Hill, and tight end Travis Kelce, due to concerns about their recent performance, injuries, or changing roles that could impact their fantasy value in 2025.
Pat Fitzmaurice discusses nine fantasy football players to avoid or draft around in 2025, highlighting concerns about their value and outlook, and providing strategic advice for fantasy football drafts.
The article provides expert insights on which wide receivers and running backs to target or avoid in 2025 fantasy football drafts, highlighting players like Drake London and Kenneth Walker as targets, and Malik Nabers and Jaxon Smith-Njigba as players to be cautious about, based on their recent performances and projected roles.
The article highlights key players to avoid in fantasy football drafts for 2025, including David Montgomery, Tyreek Hill, Deebo Samuel, and Brandon Aiyuk, due to concerns about their recent performance, team changes, injuries, or potential overvaluation, providing insights from various analysts on why these players might be risky picks.
The article provides a list of 30 players to target or avoid in 2025 fantasy football drafts based on their current ADP, with insights from experts on potential value and risks to help managers build a competitive roster.
The article provides expert consensus rankings and analysis for fantasy football players to target and avoid in 2025, highlighting key wide receivers and running backs, with insights on their potential value based on recent performances and team situations.
The article highlights key players to avoid in the 2025 fantasy football drafts, including Baker Mayfield, Breece Hall, Zay Flowers, DJ Moore, Deebo Samuel, and Brandon Aiyuk, due to overvaluation, injury concerns, or unfavorable situations, emphasizing strategic drafting to avoid potential pitfalls.
The article provides expert insights on fantasy football draft strategies for 2025, highlighting players to target and avoid based on consensus rankings and ADP, with detailed analysis of wide receivers and running backs like Tetairoa McMillan, Xavier Worthy, Kaleb Johnson, and Joe Mixon.
The article provides expert consensus rankings and analysis for fantasy football players to target and avoid in 2025, highlighting key running backs and wide receivers, with insights on their potential impact and draft value.
As the NHL trade deadline approaches, caution is advised when considering acquiring certain players. Matt Dumba's performance with the Coyotes raises questions about his value as a top-four defenseman, while Frank Vatrano's inflated goal-scoring numbers and defensive shortcomings warrant careful consideration. Erik Johnson's declining performance and Dominik Kubalik's dependency on skilled linemates also raise concerns. Andrew Peeke's struggles with the Blue Jackets make him a risky acquisition. Teams should approach these players with vigilance and consider their fit within their roster before making any moves.
Fantasy football analyst Kyle Yates provides a list of players to avoid in the 2023 fantasy football drafts, including Drake London, Marquise Brown, Deebo Samuel, Rachaad White, Najee Harris, Jonathan Taylor, and Dak Prescott. Yates highlights concerns such as London's uncertain situation in Atlanta, Brown's target competition in Arizona, Samuel's inconsistency and injury history, White's lack of efficiency, Harris' reliance on volume, Taylor's unresolved situation with the Colts, and Prescott's changing offensive approach in Dallas.