2024 Dynasty Rookie Profile: Keon Coleman, WR

Plenty of dynasty managers are gushing over the incoming wide receiver class, and for very good reason. This 2024 draft class is jam-packed with talent that expands far past the first round. While most analysts agree on the top three wideouts, there’s another name sitting just outside the first round looking in. That athlete is none other than FSU’s own Keon Coleman 

Coleman made his collegiate start at Michigan State where he became a two-sport athlete, playing football and basketball. While he had a relatively quiet rookie season, he broke out in his 2022 season hauling in 58 catches for 798 yards and 7 touchdowns for the Spartans. Eventually, he entered the transfer portal the following season for a chance to shine on a larger stage. Sure enough, he found his next stop at Florida State. 

For the Seminoles, Coleman continued to be a huge threat to opposing defenses. Notably, he was a Biletnekoff semi-finalist this past season for FSU and showcased next-level talent against the top teams in the country. Dynasty managers are curious about this potential second-round stud, so let’s talk about Coleman’s outlook for 2024.

Keon Coleman (WR)  Florida State University – Dynasty Rookie Profile

Height: 6’4

Weight: 215 lbs

Strengths

Alpha Wide Receiver Build

The first thing plenty of people will see about Coleman is his size. Simply put – he’s just a big dude. At 6’4’, he’s almost always taller than the defensive backs across the way. Notably, he has a massive catch radius that makes throwing the ball his way easy for any quarterback. He’s great at utilizing that size to give himself advantages, especially on back shoulder fades. Finally, his size also helps his run-blocking ability which will surely help his case for an NFL starting spot.

Excellent Contested Catch Skill

Look up any Colmen highlight video on YouTube and you’ll hours of this guy dominating 50/50 balls. Get ready to hear all about that basketball background because Coleman will be the target of plenty of jump balls in the future. His big frame and excellent hands give Coleman that edge over defenders in tightly contested catches. Additionally, he can contort his body in ways that allow him to make the catch in tough spots. It’s almost overdone at this point to call someone a “contested catch guy” but Coleman truly does it better than anyone in this class.

Weaknesses

Raw Route Runner 

Despite all of the elite traits Coleman does possess, he still needs to tighten up his route running to reach that next level. Even though the jump ball is one of his strongest skills, there is a bit of a concern that’s all Florida State asked him to do. He was the target of several screens and had plenty of deep post routes in his arsenal, but that was pretty much it. 

On top of this, his footwork still needs a bit of fine-tuning to create consistent separation. There are several occasions where Coleman can out-muscle the defender to get open, but that isn’t as reliable in the big league. Even guys like AJ Brown and DK Metcalf can’t always push a guy over for a big gain. Coleman will need to land in a spot that can help him capitalize on the crazy athleticism he has by adjusting his route running skills.

Overall low Production Profile

The one thing that has left me scratching my head is Coleman’s college production. For a player who has the talent, the size, and the situation to dominate, he leaves college without finishing a season with over 1000 yards receiving. While Coleman did add another 300 yards in punt and kick returns, 900 all-purpose yards seem low compared to some of the other prospects in the class. Additionally, 50 catches is also an oddly low number for a number-one option on a top-10 team. It is important to note that Jordan Travis only had 2,700 yards passing, not a lot to work with in terms of volume. 

Moreover, one of the interesting things that tie into the low production are the games where Coleman seemingly disappears. Against Boston College, Coleman was left without a catch. Coleman had quiet games against Duke and Virginia Tech as well but saved himself from another dud against Miami by scoring a touchdown. Overall, it’s not super concerning but it strikes me as odd – these games should be highlight reel fodder.

NFL Fit and Draft Capitol

Coleman is projected to be an early second-round pick in the upcoming draft. Plenty of teams are on the lookout for a bigger receiver, and with his second-round capital, he should be a day-one starter for his new team. However, what Coleman needs is an offensive staff that can help him develop into a more well-rounded receiving threat in today’s modern NFL. 

Dynasty Outlook

Based on his skill set and what we know now, Coleman strikes me as a boom/bust type of player. His production will vary depending on his landing spot in the NFL draft, as we’ve seen some teams struggle to feature bigger wideouts in their game plan. Coleman has a wide range of outcomes in a fantasy football sense. Potentially, he could be a team’s alpha number 1 receiver late in his rookie year. Or he could be a team’s WR2 or wR3 and need some extra time to earn snaps and targets. For dynasty leagues, Coleman is an exciting prospect who can be a difference-maker for teams at the wide receiver spot.

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