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POSITIONAL VALUE: Low-End QB1
ANALYSIS: While Baker Mayfield doesn't have rushing upside and wasn't a top-10 QB in 2023, the Commanders defense, especially the secondary, was gashed through 2023. Mayfield could have a big day with his array of weapons on offense.
Mayfield experienced a career resurgence in 2023, surpassing 4,000 passing yards and throwing 28 TDs to just 10 INTs. The Buccaneers have Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and rookie breakout candidate Jalen McMillan as well as Cade Otton and Rachaad White to throw it to.
Mike Evans had a spectacular season in 2023, finishing with 13 receiving touchdowns, tied with the league lead with Tyreek Hill. Evans gained 1,255 yards on receptions and looked to be in peak form. He is a solid bet to make the Hall of Fame and can put up huge numbers with 100+ yards and multiple touchdowns in any game. Not only has Evans been remarkably consistent, but he still produces jaw-dropping plays.
We’re getting smoked but this catch by Mike Evans was incredible pic.twitter.com/YIGE05NnzN
— 𝗗𝗝 (@DJBucsFan) September 26, 2023
Godwin and McMillan are no slouches, either. Godwin has been fantastic out of the slot in his career, and McMillan is a somewhat unheralded prospect who outproduced fellow Huskies WR Ja'Lynn Polk when both were healthy and playing together. Otton is a solid tight end, and White is an elusive RB best utilized as a pass-catcher.
On the other side of the ball, the Commanders pass defense was abysmal last year. They ranked dead last in passing yards allowed last season and surrendered a league-high 39 passing touchdowns. On average, opposing teams were throwing over two passing touchdowns and 272 passing yards per game against the Commanders.
Mayfield is a start in Week 1. Though he may not have the massive upside some other QBs do, if you don't have an elite fantasy QB on your roster, Mayfield is a fine start.
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