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Superflex Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft 2024
With the 2024 NFL Draft behind us, I have gathered 11 experts to join me in a 4-round, Superflex rookie mock. Keep in mind, in Superflex leagues, you can start two quarterbacks, but don’t have to. Needless to say, quarterbacks are quite valuable in this format. With landing spots finalized, let’s look at what the experts say as we prepare you for your upcoming rookie drafts!
- 1.01 Lane Dobbins (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.02 Andy Blake (Dynasty DNA)
- 1.03 Joe Arledge (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.04 Ryan Miner (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.05 Jake Graff (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.06 Pete Nova (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.07 TJ Blake (Dynasty DNA)
- 1.08 Dave Ventresca (Faceoff Sports Network)
- 1.09 Josh Walker (Going for 2)
- 1.10 Matt Thorton (Free Agent)
- 1.11 Sam Schneider (Yards Per Fantasy)
- 1.12 Aaron Schill (Faceoff Sports Network)
ROUND 1
1.01 Caleb Williams, QB, Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams is poised to lead the new-look Bears’ offense. He’s honed his skills since childhood, excelled in college, and boasts impressive athleticism and arm strength. With arguably a top-flight receiving corps around him, his fantasy football potential is sky-high, making him a sensible choice as the first overall pick. Don’t overthink this one, regardless of how tempting Marvin Harrison Jr. might be.
1.02 Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals
Kyler Murray is not afraid to hyper target a wide reciver as we have seen in the past. Harrison offers elite WR 1 upside for fantasy and also has a very high floor. A top 5 finish is definitely in his range of outcomes. This pick goes against how I draft in Superflex. Personally, I believe Harrison is an exception for this year and landing in a great spot at number 4 to the Arizona Cardinals. Notably, he is the best and most complete wide receiver I have seen in my module. Standing at 6’4, he is a very crisp route runner and doesn’t have any holes in his game.
Furthermore, Kyler Murray is not afraid to hyper-target one particular wide receiver as we have seen in the past. Harrison offers elite WR 1 upside for fantasy and also has a very high floor. A top 5 finish is definitely in his range of outcomes.
1.03 Malik Nabers, WR, New York Giants
You may ask, “Why Nabers over a quarterback in Superflex?” The quarterback position has a job security fallacy, and Superflex leagues tend to skew non-elite quarterbacks’ value. There have only been eight – out of 46 – successful quarterback selections in the first round of the NFL draft in the last 15 years. Most of those hits were the first overall selection, too. I can see this draft following the same pattern. That mindset led me to draft the wide receiver, which is commonly compared to Brandon Aiyuk or Ja’Marr Chase. Give me the explosive and elite prospect who is now the WR1 for the Giants going forward.
For the 1.03, I went with the best player on the board, Malik Nabers. Nabers does it all. He plays well through contact, which makes it easy for him to slice through press or man coverage. Additionally, he dominates zone coverage, which the NFL is trending towards playing predominantly zone defense variations. Nabers can be a possession guy or hit the home run. Further yet, he has an extensive route tree and is a yard after the catch monster. Overall, the way he plays in open space and manipulates defensive backs with his absurd double move is a chef’s kiss.
You may ask, “Why Nabers over a quarterback in Superflex?” The quarterback position has a job security fallacy, and Superflex leagues tend to skew non-elite quarterbacks’ value. That mindset led me to draft the wide receiver, which is commonly compared to Brandon Aiyuk or Ja’Marr Chase. Give me the explosive and elite prospect who is now the WR1 for the Giants going forward.
1.04 Jayden Daniels, QB, Washington Commanders
Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson a good QB will be the boost they need. Not to mention, the addition of Austin Ekeler. Additionally, the Commanders have also drafted more weapons for Daniels in Ben Sinnott and Luke McCaffrey. They are starting to build something special here. Overall, I like Daniels as a high-end QB2 with the potential to be a QB1 with his rushing upside.
I’m a little surprised to see two wide receivers going ahead of any quarterback here. With Washington having the second overall pick, Whatever quarterback they took was going to be my target. Therefore, Jayden Daniels is the pick for me. Giving Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson a good quarterback will be the boost they need. Not to mention, the addition of Austin Ekeler. Additionally, the Commanders have also drafted more weapons for Daniels in Ben Sinnott and Luke McCaffrey. Suddenly, they are starting to build something special here. Overall, I like Daniels as a high-end QB2 with the potential to be a QB1 with his rushing upside.
1.05 J.J. McCarthy, QB, Minnesota Vikings
Kevin O’Connell, throwing to Jefferson, Addison, and Hockenson, handing off to Aaron Jones and behind one of the best O-Lines in the NFL. JJ’s arrow is pointing straight up and even if he only throws 10 times a game, those throws are going to go for 200+ yards and 2 TDs. That’s a floor I’m comfortable with, a ceiling I look forward to seeing. This was a tough pick, given I’m a Patriots fan, but to me, based on opportunity and upside, JJ McCarthy is the clear QB3 and perhaps the QB2 in this year’s class. He’s only 21 and is learning from Kevin O’Connell, throwing to Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and TJ Hockenson. Additionally, handing off to Aaron Jones and behind one of the best offensive lines in the NFL.
Ultimately, the arrow is pointing straight up and even if he only throws 10 times a game, those throws are going to go for 200+ yards and 2 touchdowns. That’s a floor I’m comfortable with and a ceiling I look forward to seeing.
1.06 Drake Maye, QB, New England Patriots
Outside of Williams, Drake Maye was my favorite quarterback in this class. At this point, McCarthy’s landing spot is more appealing, which pushes him in front of Maye. However, I believe in the talent and think New England is not finished adding weapons to this room. Most importantly, he has long-term dynasty appeal. In the end, he just may not have a large impact on fantasy football in year one.
1.07 Rome Odunze, WR, Chicago Bears
Sitting here at pick 7 it honestly came down to Rome Odunze or Brock Bowers for me. I ended up deciding on Odunze because of the upside he brings. Additionally, I prefer his landing spot over Bowers landing with the Raiders. Odunze is a contested catch monster and I really like the Chicago landing spot. That being said I see a world where we don’t see high end production this season in 2024 given the fact that there’s so many mouths to feed in this offense.
I can’t stress this point enough, though: if we see a Jaxon Smith-Njigba type of year out of Odunze in year one, don’t panic sell. In the end, it may take time for this offense and Williams to get rolling. However, when it’s all said and done, I think this could’ve been one of the best landing spots in the draft for a wide receiver. I could see a world where Odunze could possibly be the second-best in this class behind Harrison if everything comes to fruition!
1.08 Brock Bowers, TE, Las Vegas Raiders
I was torn between Bowers and Michael Penix here. Ultimately, I chose Bowers as I believe he gives me a better advantage at tight end than Penix would at quarterback. Las Vegas is not the most appealing landing spot. However, as the great Macho Man Randy Savage once said, “The cream will rise to the top.” Personally, I’m still betting on Bowers emerging as the next elite tight end.
1.09 Xavier Worthy, WR, Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes, the best QB in the NFL. Since Tyreek Hill‘s departure for the Dolphins, the Chiefs offense has lacked a genuine deep threat, a role Worthy perfectly fits into. Moreover, Worthy is a proficient route runner across the entire field. This is the perfect fit for Worthy and he should be an instant contributor, which is something we can’t say with certainty about most of the receivers in this class.
The quarterback performance at Texas fell short in 2023. Despite a high 22.4% off-target rate, Xavier Worthy managed to achieve a 1,000-yard season as a Junior. He even set an NFL Combine record for the 40-yard dash and is now teaming up with Patrick Mahomes, the best quarterback in the NFL. Not to mention the uncertainty that Rashee Rice is experiencing right now.
Since Tyreek Hill’s departure for the Dolphins, the Chiefs offense has lacked a genuine deep threat, a role Worthy perfectly fits into. Moreover, Worthy is a proficient route runner across the entire field. This is the perfect fit for Worthy and he should be an instant contributor, which is something we can’t say with certainty about most of the receivers in this class.
1.10 Brian Thomas Jr, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars
Calvin Ridley and Thomas Jr. get just that! He enters the NFL off the back of a 1,000+ yard and 17 touchdown season at LSU alongside one of the top WR prospects in this year’s class in Malik Nabers. He brings the Jags a deep threat and offers another red zone threat to this offense. I was hoping Worthy dropped here, but let’s be honest, Brian Thomas Jr. isn’t a bad consolation prize. Realistically, he may have the safer floor of the two anyway. The Jaguars clearly have a need for a dominant outside receiver after the departure of Calvin Ridley and in Thomas, they get just that.
Thomas enters the NFL off the back of a 1,000+ yard and 17 touchdown season at LSU alongside one of the top wide receiver prospects in this year’s class in Malik Nabers. He brings Trevor Lawrence and Jacksonville a deep threat, and he also offers another red zone threat to this offense.
1.11 Trey Benson, RB, Arizona Cardinals
James Conner is in a contract season and has the vision and athleticism to wrestle away the starting gig on a potential offensive juggernaut in Arizona. As soon as I found myself in the 11-hole of this draft, I knew I’d be running back heavy. It’s not ideal, as I am gathering picks in preparation for the loaded 2025 running back crop at an alarming rate in most leagues. Enter Benson at selection 1.11. My runaway pick for RB1 of this class and who was gifted a dream landing spot.
The trendy choice here will be Jonathan Brooks, but he’s coming off a torn ACL and already doesn’t have anywhere near the breakaway speed of Benson. On the other hand, FSU burner comes in behind the oft-injured 29-year-old James Conner in a contract year. Benson has the vision and athleticism to wrestle away the starting gig on a potential offensive juggernaut in Arizona.
1.12 Ladd McConkey, WR, Los Angeles Chargers
At this point in the draft, I’m torn about the value of a quarterback like Bo Nix, but ultimately, I went with Ladd McConkey. The Chargers offense will look completely different in 2024, and Justin Herbert will have new targets to throw to. Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, and Austin Ekeler are all gone, and that’s 1,928 receiving yards of Herbert’s 3,134 from 2023.
McConkey is more than just a fun name in a good landing spot. He exudes athleticism and offers a very nice weapon for Herbert and this revamped offense. In the end, he could easily be one of the most productive wide receivers in this talented draft class.
ROUND 2
2.01 Bo Nix, QB, Denver Broncos
There’s not much to say here. I’m not smart enough to say whether or not Bo Nix’s game will translate to the league. However, what I do know is that he was taken 12th overall by a coaching staff that believed in him and took his best college weapon at the top of the fourth round. His draft capital and lack of in-house competition give him a clear runway to start at some point in year one and get at least an entire season to prove himself in the future.
2.02 Jonathon Brooks, RB, Carolina Panthers
Robert Hunt is on a 100 million contract, and Damien Lewis is on a 53 million deal. Last year, under Canales’s offense, he gave his lead RB a 77.4 % snap share. Brooks possesses great vision and contact balance, along with elite athleticism. For me, he checks all 3 boxes. A strong player has a great landing spot and gets the capital. Brooks could easily become that next difference-maker running back that every fantasy manager wants on their team. It was hard to pass on a quarterback yet again but, I feel really good about Jonathon Brooks. He is the first running back off of the board in the second round, and Carolina traded up once again to grab this guy. Brooks’s pre-draft and post-draft are easily my RB1, and they go to a Dave Canales team that has invested in their offensive line.
Furthermore, the Panthers brought in Robert Hunt on a 100-million contract and Damien Lewis on a 53-million deal. Last year, under Canales’s offense, Brooks gave his lead running back a 77.4 % snap share. He possesses great vision and contact balance, along with elite athleticism.
For me, Brooks checks all three boxes. A strong player has a great landing spot and excellent draft capital. Brooks could easily become that next difference-maker running back that every fantasy football and dynasty manager wants on their team.
2.03 Michael Penix Jr, QB, Atlanta Falcons
Jordan Love was picked in 2020. Penix Jr. has ups and downs, but he is a facilitator at the route and will have three first-round offensive selections – Bijan Robinson, Kyle Pitts, and Drake London – surrounding him when he takes the helm. Penix might see the field earlier than expected if Cousins’ rehabilitation doesn’t go according to plan or if he isn’t the same. As a worst-case scenario, Penix Jr. will sit behind Cousins and learn the ways of the NFL and the Falcons offense. Either way, drafting a first-round selected quarterback in the second round of a Superflex rookie draft feels like a steal, whether it works out or not.
The Atlanta Falcons felt comfortable enough to select Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick in the NFL Draft. Personally, I feel ecstatic that he dropped to me at the 2.03 in this draft. While many scrutinized the Falcons’ pick, I can see it panning out just like the Jordan Love pick in 2020. SuPenix has ups and downs, but he is a facilitator at the route and will have three first-round offensive selections in Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts.
Ultimately, Penix could see the field earlier than expected if Cousins’ rehabilitation doesn’t go according to plan or if he isn’t the same. As a worst-case scenario, Penix will sit behind Cousins and learn the ways of the NFL and the Falcons offense. Either way, drafting a first-round selected quarterback in the second round of a Superflex rookie draft feels like a steal, whether it works out or not.
2.04 Keon Coleman, WR, Buffalo Bills
Stefon Diggs, and losing Gabe Davis we all knew that Buffalo needed a wide receiver. The big-bodied wide receiver out of Florida State is a great addition to Buffalo. Additionally pairing him with Curtis Samuel and Khalil Shakir should give Coleman jump balls from Josh Allen. Getting him here in the second round is solid, and I see him putting up low-end WR2 numbers to start. Many, including myself, had the Buffalo Bills taking a wide receiver in the first round. However, they had different plans. When the Bills traded down to 32nd overall, I thought that was the plan. Once again they traded down and had the first pick in the second round. Without a doubt, the Bills did what we were all expecting: they drafted a talented wide receiver in Keon Coleman.
After trading Stefon Diggs and losing Gabe Davis we all knew that Buffalo needed a wide receiver. The big-bodied wide receiver out of Florida State is a great addition to Buffalo. Additionally, pairing him with Curtis Samuel and Khalil Shakir should give him jump balls from Josh Allen. Getting him here in the second round is solid, and I see him putting up low-end WR2 numbers to start.
2.05 Xavier Legette, WR, Carolina Panthers
I’m going out on a limb with this pick, but let’s face it: The second round of rookie drafts has changed dramatically since the NFL Draft. Legette is big and fast and has the blessing of Bryce Young‘s father. There is also something to be said for the fact that the Panthers traded into the last spot of the first round to ensure they got him. Yes, it was only one spot.
However, drafting in the first gives them his 5th-year option and also comes with a decent increase in expected pay. Bottom line: Carolina wanted Legette, and that is a good enough indicator for me that he will at least be given the opportunity to thrive.
2.06 Adonai Mitchell, WR, Indianapolis Colts
Mitchell has the best hands in this draft in my opinion. He joins a strong offense, and he can be the WR1 as early as day one. He will compete for targets with downs for that WR2 spot but overall, I think he is the better player than Alec Pierce. His ceiling is a low-end WR2 in year one, with plenty of upside thanks to Anthony Richardson. With what was on the board, it was a no-brainer for me here at the 2.06.
2.07 Ja’Lynn Polk, WR, New England Patriots
Let me say this: first and foremost, all of us at Dynasty DNA love Ja’Lynn Polk. He is someone who isn’t getting a lot of attention, but he should be. First of all, I know the New England landing spot isn’t attractive to many people. However, I think the Patriots had one of the best drafts this year, coming away with Drake Maye, Ja’Lynn Polk, and Javon Baker. They are beginning to build a formidable young offense that has a lot of sneak potential.
Polk is a player who, when you watch the film, doesn’t wow anybody with pure athleticism. However, there is no doubt the guy can play the wide receiver position. He is a great route runner, gets a good amount of separation from defenders, and is really good at tracking the ball and snatching it out of the air. Additionally, he has high-end 2nd round draft capital, similar to Rashee Rice last year.
Overall, I see Polk as a really solid player in this league for a long time. Needless to say, I’m happy to get him here at 2.07. Much like Odunze, though we may not see high-end production in 2024, it may take this young Patriots offense some time to find themselves.
2.08 Ricky Pearsall, WR, San Francisco 49ers
This was an easy pick. Ricky Pearsall is my WR6, and I get him as the 11th receiver off the board. He wins at all levels of the field and can hack it as an X, flanker, and slot receiver. Landing with Kyle Shanahan makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
2.09 Troy Franklin, WR, Denver Broncos
Troy Franklin is my favorite discount in rookie drafts. It’s not often that you can draft an early breakout who posted 1,300 yards and 14 touchdowns in the late 2nd or early 3rd of rookie drafts. Sure, the draft capital isn’t ideal, and it is not what we expected coming into the NFL Draft, but the landing spot is actually good. He won’t have much competition from veteran receivers like a lot of others in the class, and he will be paired up with his college quarterback, Bo Nix. They already have a great rapport and should be able to hit the ground running.
2.10 Malachi Corley, WR, New York Jets
Garrett Wilson and new addition Mike Williams had a need for an underneath slot receiver, and Corley fits that mold perfectly. The self-proclaimed “YAC King” is electric with the ball in his hands and adds another dynamic playmaker to this offense, who will hopefully take a step forward under a once again healthy Aaron Rodgers. I was happy to grab Malachi Corley here. Despite the Jets having star wide receiver Garrett Wilson and new addition Mike Williams, they had a need for an underneath slot receiver, and Corley fits that mold perfectly. The self-proclaimed “YAC King” is electric with the ball in his hands and adds another dynamic playmaker to this offense that hopefully takes a step forward under a once again healthy Aaron Rodgers.
2.11 Blake Corum, RB, Los Angeles Rams
Kyren Williams. That suggests that this is much more than depth. The only drawback in dynasty is that the VA native will turn 24 during his rookie season. Who even knows what the shelf life is nowadays, anyway? In this draft class, we are drafting for immediate production, and he will have it. Blake Corum might have weighed in at 205 pounds and I might be the Queen of England. The fact is, the 5’8 bruiser that positively embodies the term “spark plug” ran most of 2023 somewhere closer to 215. That build makes it easier to look past his 4.53 40-time in return for the power to get into the end zone.
Over his last three seasons, Corum found paydirt a staggering 56 times, including 27 rushing scores in 2023. Michigan did not ask him to catch the ball often so there may be questions about his consistency as a receiver, but no glaring deficiencies. Sean McVay is notoriously finicky at the running back position, and the Rams just spent two rounds earlier draft capital on Corum than they did on starter Kyren Williams. That suggests that this is much more than depth.
The only drawback in dynasty leagues is that the VA native will turn 24 during his rookie season. Who even knows what the shelf life is nowadays, anyway? In this draft class, we are drafting for immediate production, and he will have it.
2.12 Roman Wilson, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers
One of the more intriguing landing spots for a rookie wide receiver has to be Roman Wilson landing in Pittsburgh. With Diontae Johnson heading to the Panthers, George Pickens is the next man up to take over the WR1 role. However, with the additions of Justin Fields and veteran Russell Wilson, there is certainly some upside that can’t be ignored. Not to mention, we all know that the Steelers are great at drafting rookie wide receivers.
ROUND 3
3.01 Ben Sinnott, TE, Washington Commanders
Zach Ertz was recently added in free agency. However, at 33, Ertz has missed 17 games due to injury in the past two years. With reigning Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels as the quarterback, and only Terry McLaurin as a proven top receiver, Washington lacks depth at wide receiver, leaving a path wide open for the new kid on the block.
3.02 Javon Baker, WR, New England Patriots
I was disappointed that Javon Baker got Round 4 draft capital. Sometimes, these guys just slip through the cracks, and I believe that is what happened to Baker in a loaded receiver class. This is a new head coach and a new start with Maye. Baker will come into camp and compete right away to be the X receiver.
Let’s not forget that Baker was a four-star recruit who spent his first two seasons at Alabama. Notably, he is a great contested catch player, posting a 56% contested catch rate. Baker also led the Big 12 in receiving yards last year. This guy has that dog mentality that he can’t be stopped, and he is only going to be more hungry, slipping into the fourth round.
3.03 MarShawn Lloyd, RB, Green Bay Packers
With my third-round selection, I went with the running back out of USC, MarShawn Lloyd. He is fast and a decent pass catcher with some untapped potential in the backfield. Lloyd has issues holding on to the ball at times. However, if he can correct that, the only player in front of him who can share significant time in the backfield with Josh Jacobs is AJ Dillon. Lloyd is much more athletic and provides more to the Packers offense than Dillon, so I would expect playing time sooner rather than later.
The Packers invested third-round draft capital in Lloyd, so they must have a plan to utilize his skillset. Dillon hasn’t been impressive so far in Green Bay, and if Jacobs’ rushing efficiency continues to drop, Lloyd may have a real shot this year. If you are getting a player in the third round of a rookie draft that has the potential to contribute immediately, sign me up!
3.04 Audric Estime, RB, Denver Broncos
Am I the only one who feels Javonte Williams is on the hot seat? For what it’s worth, Williams was absorbed by Sean Payton, and Estime was drafted by Payton. Yes, it was a fifth-round pick but his running style gives me CJ Anderson vibes. Sure, Estime is slow and isn’t known as much of a pass-catcher. However, I believe he does enough to make a dent into the Broncos backfield.
Knock the draft capital all you want, but Estime is a threat to Williams. It may not be early, but he will be for sure by the end of the season. It’s a solid addition here in the third round.
3.05 Brenden Rice, WR, Los Angeles Chargers
Never underestimate a chip, let alone one that’s on the shoulder of the son of a Hall of Famer. Personally, I was shocked to see Rice fall as far as he did. Aside from maybe Buffalo or Kansas City, he couldn’t have ended up in a better spot. Los Angeles has a depleted receiver core and a top young quarterback.
Brenden is used to catching bombs from Caleb Williams, so adjusting to Herbert should not be an adjustment at all. However, there are certainly some areas of his game that can be improved. However, after racking up 800 yards and 12 touchdowns on 45 catches in 2023, a 3rd round pick is nothing compared to his upside.
3.06 Bucky Irving, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Like most of the running backs in this class, they all pretty much went to rough landing spots. In the 3rd round I’m looking for guys that have a chance to take the job if they guy in front of them. White is the starter in Tampa Bay, but I could see that changing. I know he had a great year in 2023, but Irving’s play style works better for this offense, in my opinion. He’s one injury away and could be a three-down back if given the chance.
3.07 Ray Davis, RB, Buffalo Bills
I love Ray Davis, but this running back class came up a little bit flat this year. Not just talent-wise, but even when it came to the landing spots. He’s a little bit older, but that doesn’t bother me here in the 3rd round, and the fact that this running back class is so bad. Davis is one of my top 5 backs in this class and he lands with the Buffalo Bills in the 4th round. Heading into the 2024 season, Buffalo really doesn’t have a true backup behind James Cook.
That being said, I’m taking Davis here because out of this class, he’s one of the few guys I see who could have the potential and ability to be a three-down guy. I also see Buffalo possibly being in a bit of a state of transition possibly after the Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis departures I think they will turn to the running game more possibly in 2024 which could afford Davis some more opportunities potentially. If anything, Davis could be one of the best handcuffs going forward who doesn’t want a part of an offense with Josh Allen at the helm when it comes to fantasy football.
3.08 Jermaine Burton, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
Seeing Jermaine Burton fall this far makes me very happy, as it means I will walk away from my rookie drafts with many shares. After the top three receivers, Burton is arguably the next-best pass catcher in this rookie class. There were murmurs that he would fall into the draft due to character concerns, but he ultimately landed in Cincinnati with Day 2 draft capital. It does not appear the Bengals are going to re-sign Tee Higgins. That would leave an opening for the rookie to eventually emerge as Joe Burrow’s WR2 behind Ja’Marr Chase. Seeing Burton fall this far makes me very happy as it means I will walk away from my rookie drafts with many shares.
3.09 Jaylen Wright, RB, Miami Dolphins
Jaylen Wright in the late third round is an absolute steal. He fits in perfectly with the style of running back that Mike McDaniel and the Dolphins are looking for. He has great long speed, as well as the size to run through tackles.
As far as 2024 goes, he might need an injury or two to get consistent playing time, but with Raheem Mostert and De’Von Achane’s injury histories, it’s very likely he could make a huge contribution in his rookie campaign. McDaniel is one of the best offensive minds and uses motion to open up space for his running backs to run in open space. Despite being a bit buried at the moment on the depth chart, Wright is perfectly suited for this offense.
3.10 Kimani Vidal, RB, Los Angeles Chargers
Kimani Vidal was touted as a potential late-round sleeper in this year’s running back class. In the end, he landed in probably one of the best situations possible for an incoming running back. Vidal joins a Chargers offense that will look to run the ball plenty under new HC Jim Harbaugh, with his competition for touches being only JK Dobbins, who, while talented, has struggled to stay healthy, and a 29-year-old Gus Edwards, who’s dealt with injuries himself too over recent years. In the end, Vidal could quickly enter this running back rotation and emerge as the lead back over time with his skill set.
3.11 Tyrone Tracy, RB, New York Giants
With the exception of Braelen Allen, who can’t even buy a beer until after the 2024 season, there are older running backs in this class. Tyrone Tracy is no exception, as he will turn 25 in November. No, there aren’t a lot of fifth-round picks flying off the shelf in dynasty rookie drafts. However, one look at Tracy’s tape showed that he was immediately a favorite for me. He’ll fit the bill as a potential gadget player after playing four seasons at wide receiver before his playmaking ability was moved to the backfield in 2023. In short, once the ball is in his hands, things get crazy.
Once again I’m drafting for immediate production. As a running back, you could do worse than challenging Devin Singletary for touches. As a wide receiver, the New York Giants are in desperate need of an infusion of excitement. Tracy should help Nabers with that from the jump. You’ll likely find him fielding kicks as well, and the new kickoff rules play right into his wheelhouse. Make a guy miss, and you’ll be off in a cloud of dust. Tracy is also a “must draft” for best ball leagues.
3.12 Devontez Walker, WR, Baltimore Ravens
At this point in the draft, I’m on the fence between Devontez Walker and Spencer Rattler. In the end, being QB2 behind Derek Carr gave Walker the edge. Lamar Jackson needs some offensive weapons outside of Mark Andrews and Zay Flowers. Walker brings an interesting skillset with high-end speed and an excellent deep threat. Overall, this is a solid landing spot and Walker should have plenty of opportunities to prove himself as the WR2 in Baltimore.
ROUND 4
4.01 Spencer Rattler, QB, New Orleans Saints
I’m betting on NFL traits and Derek Carr eventually going the way of Jimmy Garoppolo. I view this as a similar bet we all took with Aiden O’Connell, Jake Haener, and Dorian Thompson-Robinson last offseason, in an experienced college kid going into a somewhat ambiguous situation. His draft capital earns him nothing, but his upside is too tantalizing to ignore in the fourth round.
4.02 Malik Washington, WR, Miami Dolphins
In round 4 I usually shoot for upside players, and I think it’s safe to say Malik Washington fits that mold. I was shocked that he didn’t go until pick 184, but he lands, in my opinion, one of the best possible spots in Miami. Washington is a pure slot receiver who led the ACC in receptions (110) and yards (1,426). The Dolphins have been trying to find that slot guy to fit but haven’t had success.
Miami runs a lot of 11 personnel, and Washington will come in and compete with Braxton Berrios for that slot role. Washington possesses short-area quickness and turns into a running back with the ball in his hands. I’ll take my dart throw on a player pre-draft that I liked in an explosive Mike McDaniel offense.
4.03 Isaac Guerendo, RB, San Francisco 49ers
At this point in drafts, you should look for players who can make the 53-man roster and swing for the fences with upside. Isaac Guerendo is precisely that. He has size as 6’0 and 220 pounds, and speed, running a 4.33 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. He jumped around a little bit in college but landed at Louisville for his final season in college.
What makes me even more intrigued is that the 49ers drafted Guerendo at the end of the 4th round. He is stuck behind Christian McCaffrey, but the rest of the backfield is wide open for competition. At this point in the draft, give me a player that, if he hits the field in 2024, I can get a start out of him in my fantasy football lineup or flip him for a profit.
4.04 Ja’Tavion Sanders, TE, Carolina Panthers
I was surprised to see Ja’Tavion Sanders fall this far in the draft. I view him more as a late third-round pick in all rookie drafts. Although I expected to hear his name somewhere on Day 2, he heard his name first on Day 3. While landing in Carolina, his only competition is Tommy Tremble and Ian Thomas. Those players don’t look to be much of a threat to Sanders, and I see him making a fantasy contribution more quickly than most. He may not be Travis Kelce or Mark Andrews, but he could be a back-end TE1 sooner rather than later.
4.05 Dylan Laube, RB, Las Vegas Raiders
Dylan Laube is 24, from a smaller school and this pick will probably be called a reach. Personally, I don’t care. Laube’s production speaks for itself. In 2023 he ran for 749 yards and 9 touchdowns. Additionally, he had 699 receiving yards and 7 touchdowns. In total, he had 2,095 all-purpose yards. 2023 was not the only year he had production similar to this.
Laube also landed in a virtually empty backfield in Vegas where he is really only competing with Zamir White. In the end, he has a chance to be a day 1 contributor for the Raiders and can be a legit receiving threat at the NFL level.
4.06 Will Shipley, RB, Philadelphia Eagles
Shipley lands in a good situation with the Eagles. He is a pass-catching back, and though Barkley was brought in, he certainly has missed games with injury. Despite the retirement of Jason Kelce, the Eagles’ offensive line is still one of the better lines in the league. Additionally, he was one of Daniel Jeremiah’s favorite players in this draft. It’s certainly one of my favorites as well. At this point, late in the third round, you want a guy who you can see carving out a role. As a pass catcher, I can see him seeing some time on third downs.
4.07 Luke McCaffrey, WR, Washington Commanders
Luke McCaffrey is the definition of a raw prospect. That being said, he lands with the Washington Commanders in the 3rd round of the 2024 NFL Draft, getting significant draft capital. He also finds himself in an offense that’s trying to get its wheels turning a bit heading into the 2024 season. I think the fit in Washington is tremendous, and getting him here in the 4th round of dynasty rookie drafts is a nice lottery ticket.
First of all, McCaffrey, to me, profiles as more of a slot guy in the NFL, and as a weapon X type of player, you can use him on gimmicky type plays like reverses, screens, and handoffs. Notably, his change of direction is phenomenal. He comes into a Commanders team that doesn’t have their slot receiver role filled after the departure of Curtis Samuel so that McCaffrey could see viable playing time, even possibly this year. He also has the bloodline, of course, his brother, star running back Christian Mccaffrey. Additionally, his father, former Super Bowl Champion and Denver Broncos wide receiver Ed McCaffrey can help him work on his craft at the Pro level.
With all these things combined, I think this is definitely a dart throw, but it’s one I have a good feeling about when it comes to potential fantasy football success. Getting him here in the fourth round, why not take a shot in the dark on a raw young player with physical athletic gifts and a good amount of potential upside?
4.08 Jalen McMillan, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
I’m not the biggest fan of McMillan’s game. I think he’s more of a reserve/platoon type of receiver. This pick is more about taking a skilled player with Day 2 draft capital who fell to the fourth round of a rookie draft. Mike Evans, could realistically end up retiring in Tampa Bay. However, Chris Godwin could very well be gone after the 2024 season.
McMillan has great hands and can excel out of the slot. It will be interesting to see what happens with these wide receivers, but the biggest loser has to be second-year WR, Trey Palmer. He’s shown flashes at times but has also shown some weaknesses. All things considered, McMillan could end up being Godwin’s replacement, making him a nice dart throw this late.
4.09 Theo Johnson, TE, New York Giants
Theo Johnson was my TE3 coming into the NFL Draft behind only Bowers and Sinnott. He has great size coming in at 6’6 and 260 pounds, and pairs this with elite athleticism. Additionally, he had the 2nd highest RAS score in the last 37 years. More yet, he ran the second-fastest time in the 40-yard dash among tight ends, tying for the fastest 10-second split. Finally, he finished second in the broad jump and vertical jump. Johnson also ran the fastest shuttle time among tight ends and was fifth in the three-cone drill. Needless to say, he exudes athleticism.
In the end, Johnson will require patience, as many rookie tight ends do. However, Conklin is in the last year of his contract, so it should be Johnson’s job to lose in 2025.
4.10 Braelon Allen, RB, New York Jets
There’s no denying Braelon Allen’s value took a hit in the NFL Draft, falling to Day 3 and landing with the New York Jets. Here, he’ll be stuck behind star running back Breece Hall, who is arguably the dynasty RB1 overall. However, this late in rookie drafts, I think Allen is worth taking a shot on.
Allen broke out in college as a true freshman at just 17 years old and entered the NFL at just the tender age of 20 years old after three 1,000+ total yard seasons at Wisconsin. He’s likely just a handcuff for now in New York. He may spell Hall at times and see some goal line work due to his size, but he has starter potential further down the line in the NFL.
4.11 Jacob Cowing, WR, San Francisco 49ers
Taking a fourth-round pick in the fourth round. How apropos. Something has to give in San Francisco. They cannot keep that roster together much longer as currently constructed and there’s a very good chance that one of Deebo Samuel or Brandon Aiyuk will be gone soon. Potentially, even both of them.
However, I’m deferring to Kyle Shanahan here because all evaluations point to Cowing not deserving of the draft capital they spent. The 49ers must have seen something. Cowing is a great taxi prospect with a diminutive body type that is quick off the line if lacking in breakaway speed. I’m happy with the flier on a guy who stands to catch a lot of passes in dink-and-dunk fashion. After he adapts to the speed of the NFL, he will be invaluable on quick throws inside the red zone, particularly on play action. 7-50-1 every week? Sign me up. I’ll play the waiting game.
4.12 Jamari Thrash, WR, Cleveland Browns
Another total dart throw here, Jamari Thrash, offers an interesting upside with the Cleveland Browns. Unfortunately, Thrash gets buried behind Amari Cooper, Elijah Moore, and recently acquired wide receiver, Jerry Jeudy. Not to mention, David Njoku at the tight end position.
It remains to be seen whether Deshaun Watson will ever return to his elite fantasy football form. Cleveland also recently acquired Jameis Winston to back him up. Thrash is a talented player who can thrive inside or outside on the field. You might be stashing him on your taxi squad for a few years, but at this point in the draft, I’m fine with that.
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