Fantasy Football Rookie News: Javon Baker, Braelon Allen, Jalen McMillan, Malachi Corley

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Malachi Corley exits practice early
Malachi Corley exited practice early with an apparent injury.

Fantasy Impact

Corley was apparently walking with a limp and returned to the sideline without his helmet. It does not sound like a serious injury and Corley should be considered day-to-day for now.

Jesse Garcia

Jalen McMillan signs rookie deal with Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed WR Jalen McMillan to a four-year rookie contract.

Fantasy Impact

McMillan was drafted in the third-round by Tampa Bay in April. He will have the chance to work his way into the No. 3 wide receiver role for the Bucs behind Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.

Ari Koslow

Braelon Allen looking like early favorite to be Jets No. 2 running back
Braelon Allen is reportedly the “early favorite” to be the backup running back to Breece Hall in the Jets backfield.

Fantasy Impact

Allen has reportedly flashed as a receiver in camp and is already known for his ability as a blocker in pass protection. He should remain the favorite to backup Hall as the offseason progresses.

Ari Koslow

Javon Baker draws praise from Jacoby Brissett
Patriots QB Jacoby Brissett praised rookie WR Javon Baker at practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

“(Baker) made a couple of plays today,” Brissett said. “He’s getting better. Obviously, (he’s) somebody that we are looking forward to seeing what he can become, that’s how you build the trust right there is going out there and trying things and seeing what guys can do and seeing what plays guys can make. Things like that. It was good to see him go up and do that.” The Patriots drafted Baker with the No. 110 overall pick in the NFL Draft this past April. He has the opportunity to be the No. 1 or No. 2 wide receiver for New England this season in a wide open receiver room.

Ari Koslow