In the 2024 fantasy football season, identifying potential league-winning wide receivers can be a game-changer for your team. Our collection of FeaturedPros analysts has scoured the field to bring you the top wide receiver picks poised to dominate. From breakout stars to reliable veterans, these wideouts are primed to deliver unmatched performance and value. Dive into our expertly curated list and gain the edge you need to secure victory this season.
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League-Winning Wide Receivers to Target
Which WR From WR9 to WR25 in our consensus half-PPR ADP has the most league-winning upside?
Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR – ARI)
“Not all rookies, or even draft classes, are cut from the same cloth. Marvin Harrison Jr. is special. He’s big (6’4?), he’s fast (estimated 40 time- 4.39), he runs crisp routes, and gosh darn it, fantasy football analysts named Mark Ringo like him, haha! Marvin will be an impact player on day one as long as he and Kyler Murray can stay healthy, imo. Murray is the best QB Harrison has ever played with, and the Cardinals figure to either be in shootouts or trailing in the 4th Qtr. and forced to pass in most games with their defense still very much a work in progress. There are a lot of garbage yards, receptions, and TDs there for the taking. Ringo’s comp- Harrison Jr. is bigger and faster than his dad, who was an all-pro WR for the Colts. He reminds me of Julio Jones in his prime. ”
– Mark Ringo (Sleepers and Busts)
Chris Olave (WR – NO)
“He was 12th in targets among wide receivers last year and 17th in receiving yards per game. Chris Olave hasn’t scored more than five touchdowns in either of his first two seasons, but there’s untapped TD potential for a receiver who scored 32 touchdowns in 33 games over his final three seasons at Ohio State. The Saints didn’t add any noteworthy pass catchers in the offseason and don’t have another WR or TE on the roster who’s ever had a 50-catch season. Derek Carr isn’t an elite QB, but he’s averaged nearly 4,000 passing yards a season over his career, and Olave is unquestionably going to be Carr’s No. 1 target. There’s at least a slight chance that Olave ascends to the Lamb/Hill/Chase/Jefferson/St. Brown tier this season.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
DK Metcalf (WR – SEA)
“Among wide receivers ranked WR9-WR25 in consensus rankings, DK Metcalf stands out as a player with tremendous league-winning potential. Currently ranked WR19 and typically drafted at the backend of the fifth round, Metcalf seems to be undervalued, potentially being taken well below his floor. Despite a slight decline since his WR6 finish in 2020, Metcalf has not finished worse than WR18 since his rookie season. Positive developments in 2024 could help him return to elite form, including a new coaching staff committed to increasing his target share, an area previously limiting his fantasy upside. Metcalf remains a perennial threat to lead the league in receiving touchdowns, and the new offensive scheme may better suit his unique skill set. At his current draft cost, Metcalf is poised to deliver significant value, making him a potential league-winner in 2024.”
– Joe Beldner (The Fantasy Footballers)
DeVonta Smith (WR – PHI)
“There is actually a ton of value at WR in this range, but the player I’ve been getting a lot in mock drafts and simulations is Eagles WR DeVonta Smith. The target share in Philly is so consolidated that it all but guarantees a stable weekly floor for both AJ Brown and Smith. The betting markets like Smitty more than his ADP, and while his Advanced stats won’t blow you away, they aren’t bad either. In Redraft, you’ll need to load up RB early and often against all your home league buddies and co-workers, so I don’t hate DeVonta being the 1st WR to take off the board in some of these Robust RB builds.”
– Justin Jaksa (Dr. Roto)
Malik Nabers (WR – NYG)
“Malik Nabers. When you consider the average production of a WR that was drafted in the top 10 in the past three drafts, they have averaged 80.8 catches, 1,071 yards, and 6.4 touchdowns as rookies, per the Athletic. That would equate to nearly 184 fantasy points in half-PPR, placing Nabers firmly in the WR2 range. He’s being drafted at his stone-cold floor in an offense that is going to make him the “featured piece.” He reminded me of Stefon Diggs coming out of LSU. I’m sure Brian Daboll is going to put him in a place to find success.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
“Malik Nabers (WR24 in the ADP) could be a league winner despite playing on an unappealing New York Giants offense. The former LSU star will be the focal point of the team’s passing attack, with the Giants lacking any proven pass-catcher following Darren Waller’s retirement. Meanwhile, Nabers ranked first in the NFL Draft class in yards per route run (3.64) among wide receivers with at least 20 targets last season (per PFF). The former LSU star has made several highlight-reel receptions during camp. Nabers should rival Marvin Harrison Jr. for the league leader in targets among rookies but has an ADP of 15 wide receivers and 38 picks later. ”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Michael Pittman Jr. (WR – IND)
“Michael Pittman Jr. had a coming-out party in 2023 with 1,152 yards on 109 receptions! He did most of that without his QB1, Anthony Richardson. Last year, he had 9 games with 11+ targets (3 of those were with Richardson). This year, he has league-winning potential with another year of experience under his belt and a healthy Anthony Richardson. He will improve on last season’s numbers, including more than 4 touchdowns, as the unquestioned WR1 for the Colts.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Which WR outside the Top 25 in our consensus half-PPR ADP has the most league-winning upside?
Jameson Williams (WR – DET)
“Jameson Williams has star potential. Williams torched SEC defenses, including the National Champion Georgia Bulldogs, who had one of the best defenses in college history. And with Josh Reynolds now in Denver, Williams should get more playing time and take a huge step forward this season. Finally, NFL Senior Writer Nick Baumgardner (who is based in Michigan) reported during the NFL combine, “Something I heard this week more than a few times: Detroit believes Jameson Williams is going to be a dude next year. And uh, to be clear: That’s the first time I’ve heard that type of firm optimism about Williams from Lions people in honest moments since he got there.” Ringo’s comp- Jameson Williams reminds me a little of Randy Moss.”
– Mark Ringo (Sleepers and Busts)
Terry McLaurin (WR – WAS)
“Terry McLaurin. He’s four straight 1,000-yard seasons with at least 77 catches in all four years, and he’s done it despite putrid quarterbacking. The QBs with whom McLaurin has played at least two games over the last four seasons: Dwayne Haskins, Kyle Allen, late-career Alex Smith, Carson Wentz, Taylor Heinicke, Sam Howell and Jacoby Brissett. Now, McLaurin gets to play with Heisman Trophy winner and No. 2 overall draft pick Jayden Daniels. McLaurin hasn’t scored more than five touchdowns in any of the last four years, but he’ll now be working with a quarterback who threw 31 TD passes to WRs Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. last year in 13 games at LSU.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
George Pickens (WR – PIT)
“A wide receiver just outside the consensus top 25 with substantial league-winning upside is George Pickens. Ranked as WR26, Pickens has the potential for a breakout third year in 2024, offering significant value at his current draft position. This ranking mirrors his fantasy finish last season despite challenging circumstances, including increased competition for targets and inconsistent quarterback play. Despite these challenges, Pickens amassed over 1,100 receiving yards on just 63 receptions. If he can increase his touchdown count alongside these stats, he could have a standout fantasy season. Notably, in the four games Pickens played without Diontae Johnson last year, he averaged a 28% target share and just over 16 fantasy points per game. While this is a limited sample size, it suggests Pickens has the potential to thrive as the primary target in 2024. With an upgrade at quarterback, whether Russell Wilson or Justin Fields, Pickens is poised for a tremendous season.”
– Joe Beldner (The Fantasy Footballers)
“George Pickens had a great 2023 with 63 receptions for 1,140 yards and 5 touchdowns. He did that with lackluster quarterback play from Pickett, Trubisky, and Rudolph. If he can put up those numbers with those quarterbacks, imagine what he can do with seasoned veteran Russell Wilson! Many are down on Wilson, but he is primed for a bounce-back year with the Steelers. Wilson will lean on Pickens and make him into a superstar who will reward fantasy owners and exceed last year’s performance!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
“George Pickens (WR28 in the ADP) is one of my favorite boom-or-bust wide receivers to target this year because of his league-winning upside. Many believe he will have a breakout season after the Pittsburgh Steelers traded away Diontae Johnson. The former Georgia star was outstanding in the four games without Johnson last year. Pickens was the WR13, averaging 14.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game during those four weeks, posting the eighth-highest fantasy points per route ran rate (0.49) among wide receivers with at least 110 routes (per Fantasy Points Data). Don’t be surprised if he is this year’s Nico Collins after the team significantly upgraded at the quarterback position this offseason.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Tank Dell (WR – HOU)
“Texans WR Tank Dell looks fully recovered from his leg injury and ready to pick back up where he left off last season. I have him a few spots ahead of consensus ranks and have no problem clicking the button on him. You can get him in round 6, but he’ll return mid-WR2 value, coming off 709/7 in just 11 games played. Dell came in at #10 amongst all WRs with a contested catch rate of 60%, something you just don’t see often with a player of his size. He also shreds zone defenses with his ability to find openings as he graded #7 amongst all WRs vs zone with a PFF grade of 89.3.”
– Justin Jaksa (Dr. Roto)
Rashee Rice (WR – KC)
“Before the offseason trouble, Rashee Rice was routinely being selected in the second round of early best-ball drafts. His ADP has plummeted with fear of a suspension, but as the days go by…it seems less likely he is going to miss time in 2024. Buy the dip. Rice showcased promise in his rookie season with the Chiefs, tallying 105 receptions for 1,200 yards and 8 touchdowns in 20 games, earning him a 19% target share. Despite an average of 10.9 fantasy points per game, he surged post-Week 6, averaging 12.1 points and ranking within the top 20.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
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