Larry Donnell (TE, NYG) Could Be Gold vs 49ers in Week 5

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ANALYSIS: The New York Giants tight end has not been the fantasy force he was in 2014 when he came out of oblivion to rack up 63 receptions for 623 yards and six touchdowns.  This season has been an entirely different story, with Donnell mustering just 15 receptions for 119 yards and one TD during the first month.

Eli Manning started getting reacquainted with Donnell in New York’s last game, though, as the humongous tight end was targeted seven times and snagged five passes for 38 yards.  Although not overly impressive numbers, those were all season-highs for Donnell.  And compared to other tight ends available on fantasy waiver wires these days, you could do much, much worse, like this guy.

Odell Beckham Jr.’s emergence has definitely stunted Donnell’s fantasy worth.  Donnell is no longer Manning’s top target in the red zone, and is lucky to get a half-dozen looks per contest.  But things could change this week for Donnell thanks to the defense he will be running routes against.

Donnell will be up against a San Francisco 49ers unit that has given up two touchdowns to tight ends and was burned for 90 points in its first two road games.  Look for the Giants to have ample opportunities down by the end zone and for Donnell to have a couple passes thrown in his direction once they get into scoring range.