NFC EAST

Malik Davis (RB – DAL)

I have been pounding the table for Davis this offseason. Unless the Cowboys re-sign Ezekiel Elliott before Week 1, the second-year undrafted free agent will be the No. 2 running back behind Tony Pollard this year. Since Mike McCarthy joined the team in 2020, the No. 2 running back has averaged 141.3 rushing attempts per year, seeing at least 101 every season. Meanwhile, over 10% of Davis’ rushing attempts went for more than 10 yards as a rookie. The former Gator could have low-end standalone flex value this year.

Daniel Bellinger (TE – NYG)

Bellinger showed some potential as a rookie. He had 30 receptions on 35 targets for 268 receiving yards and two touchdowns last season, ending the year averaging five half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Unfortunately, the addition of Darren Waller crushed any hope Bellinger had for a second-year breakout. However, the veteran tight end has struggled to stay healthy over the past few years. Meanwhile, the Giants lack an alpha No. 1 wide receiver. While it’s a long shot, Bellinger could become a reliable receiver for Daniel Jones. Yet, fantasy players likely can find Bellinger on the waiver wire.

Olamide Zaccheaus (WR – PHI)

The Eagles have one of the top wide receiver duos in the NFL with A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. However, they take up a significant percentage of Jalen Hurts‘ targets at the wide receiver position. Last year, Quez Watkins (51) was the only other wide receiver with more than 19 targets on the team. Hopefully, the two star receivers can stay healthy again this season, but Brown has struggled with injuries in his career. Meanwhile, Zaccheaus was solid last year, totaling 40 receptions on 61 targets for 533 receiving yards and three touchdowns, all career highs. If Brown or Smith misses time, the veteran receiver could have some low-end flex value.

Jacoby Brissett (QB – WAS)

Many believe Sam Howell will be the starter. However, the Commanders signed Jacoby Brissett to a pricey one-year deal in the offseason. Last year the veteran averaged 15.3 fantasy points per game in his 11 starts with the Cleveland Browns. Furthermore, he scored 20 or more fantasy points in two of his final four games as the starter. Even if Howell earns the starting job in Week 1, it’s no guarantee he will keep it all season. Therefore, Brissett is one of the cheapest quarterbacks fantasy players can acquire that has a chance at starting in 2023.

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NFC NORTH

Tyler Scott (WR – CHI)

The Bears made a blockbuster move this offseason, acquiring DJ Moore from the Carolina Panthers. However, the more underrated move was spending a fourth-round pick on Scott. The former Cincinnati receiver had 54 receptions for 899 receiving yards and nine touchdowns last season, all career and team highs. More importantly, he showed the ability to make plays downfield, scoring five touchdowns on deep passes (20-plus yards downfield). Meanwhile, Chase Claypool and Darnell Mooney are entering the final year of their contracts. One or both veterans won’t return in 2024, likely opening up a starting spot for Scott on an up-and-coming offense.

Marvin Jones Jr. (WR – DET)

Can a 33-year-old wide receiver that averaged only 5.9 half-point PPR fantasy points per game last season be an under-the-radar trade target? Yes! While Jones didn’t have much fantasy value in 2022, the Jacksonville Jaguars got career years from Christian Kirk and Zay Jones. However, that won’t be the case in Detroit. Amon-Ra St. Brown is the only proven wide receiver on the roster. While Jameson Williams will return after serving a six-game suspension, he has one career reception in the NFL. The Lions had one of the highest-scoring offenses last season. If that remains the same in 2023, Jones could have some value as a bye-week filler.

Romeo Doubs (WR – GB)

While Doubs isn’t the typical under-the-radar candidate, the second-year receiver deserves more fantasy love. Last year he was a popular sleeper candidate after flashing during training camp and the preseason. More importantly, the rookie averaged 7.7 half-point PPR fantasy points per game before suffering an ankle injury in Week 9. Unfortunately, Doubs’ role in the offense changed when he returned. However, the former Nevada star has reportedly become Jordan Love‘s favorite target this offseason. While he will be harder to acquire than any other player in this article, Doubs is worth the price.

Jaren Hall (QB – MIN)

Kirk Cousins has spent the past five years with the Vikings. However, the veteran is entering the final year of his contract. Furthermore, many around the league think it will be his last season with the team. Minnesota used a fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft on Hall. Some scouts believe he could be this year’s Brock Purdy. According to PFF, the rookie quarterback had 43 big-time throws over the past two years. While he might become a starting quarterback, fantasy players should snag Hall off the waiver wire and sit him on their taxi squad just in case.

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NFC SOUTH

Cordarrelle Patterson (RB – ATL)

Two years ago, Patterson was the RB9, averaging 13 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Last year the veteran was productive over the first four weeks, averaging 14.2 fantasy points per game, scoring 21 or more twice. Unfortunately, things changed when he returned from the knee injury. Tyler Allgeier earned the starting job, and Patterson got demoted to the No. 2 role. More importantly, the Falcons drafted Bijan Robinson this offseason. Hopefully, Patterson will become more of a hybrid wide receiver/running back in 2023, or better yet; the veteran will find a new home elsewhere as the pass-catching specialist.

Terrace Marshall Jr. (WR – CAR)

Carolina traded away long-time No. 1 wide receiver DJ Moore this offseason. They signed Adam Thielen as a stop-gap replacement option. While the veteran is still the favorite to be the team’s No. 1 wide receiver this season, Marshall has flashed potential this offseason. Last year the former LSU receiver had some positive moments when given enough targets. He averaged 10.9 half-point PPR fantasy points per game in the three games with over four targets last season. While Jonathan Mingo is my favorite young wide receiver on the team, acquiring Marshall is much cheaper.

A.T. Perry (WR – NO)

Chris Olave is the unquestioned No. 1 wide receiver in New Orleans. However, the depth behind him is concerning. While Michael Thomas will return this season, the veteran wide receiver has missed 80% of the games over the past three years. Rashid Shaheed had a solid end to his rookie season but isn’t guaranteed a starting role. Meanwhile, Perry was the only meaningful wide receiver addition the Saints made this offseason. After totaling nearly 2,400 receiving yards and 24 touchdowns over the past two years, no one should be surprised if the former Wake Forest star has a starting role as a rookie.

Russell Gage (WR – TB)

After starting his career with the Atlanta Falcons, Gage signed with the Buccaneers last offseason. Unfortunately, injuries and an inconsistent offense hurt the veteran’s fantasy production. Yet, he still had five receiving touchdowns, a career-high. More importantly, Gage was productive during his latter years in Atlanta. The veteran averaged 4.6 receptions on 6.8 targets for 51.9 receiving yards and 9.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game over his final two years with the Falcons. While he will be the No. 3 wide receiver behind Chris Godwin and Mike Evans, Gage should have some flex appeal this season on what will likely be a pass-heavy offense.

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NFC WEST

Michael Wilson (WR – ARI)

Unfortunately, injuries hampered Wilson at Stanford. However, the rookie receiver was productive, leading the team in receiving touchdowns in 2022 despite missing half of the season. The Cardinals lack proven playmakers behind Marquise Brown at wide receiver. Rondale Moore has struggled to stay healthy and is limited to the slot. Meanwhile, Wilson has already taken advantage of DeAndre Hopkins‘ release. Reportedly, he has impressed the coaching staff during minicamp and could earn a starting job opposite Brown as a rookie.

Puka Nacua (WR – LAR)

Despite missing half the season, Cooper Kupp ended the year as the WR24. Furthermore, the superstar led all wide receivers, averaging 18.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Unfortunately, the Rams lack any other proven wide receivers. While Van Jefferson is the current favorite to be the No. 2 wide receiver, don’t forget about Nacua. The former BYU star had 91 receptions for 1,430 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns over the past two years. More importantly, the rookie has impressed the coaching staff during OTA and minicamp. Someone has to earn the starting role opposite Kupp, and my bet is it’s Nacua.

Jordan Mason (RB – SF)

Christian McCaffrey is the unquestioned featured running back in San Francisco. Behind him on the depth chart is Elijah Mitchell. Unfortunately, the former sixth-round pick has missed 52.9% of the games in his career because of injury, including 12 last season. Furthermore, McCaffrey has missed 46% of the games over the past three years. Meanwhile, Mason averaged six yards per rushing attempt last year as an undrafted free-agent rookie. The 49ers likely won’t give Mitchell a featured workload if McCaffrey misses time. Moreover, can fantasy players trust Mitchell to stay healthy? Mason is an under-the-radar handcuff with massive potential upside.

Kenny McIntosh (RB – SEA)

Seattle has one of the top supporting casts in the NFL. They have three talented wide receivers and an impressive 1-2 punch at running back with Ken Walker III and Zach Charbonnet. However, don’t forget the other running back Seattle drafted this year. McIntosh may have been a seventh-round pick, but he will make the final roster. The rookie running back had 10 rushing touchdowns last year at Georgia. More importantly, he can be a factor in the passing game. Pete Carroll likes to use the hot hand at running back, and McIntosh is likely sitting on the waiver wire in most dynasty leagues.

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