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Wide Receiver Best-Ball Tiered Rankings and Analysis - August

Tiered rankings and analysis for wide receivers in best-ball leagues. Phil Clark breaks down the WR ranks for owners in best-ball (BB10, FFPC) fantasy football leagues for 2020.

As you prepare for each draft, multiple factors are incorporated into your analysis of every selection. For those of you who participate in the highly popular Best-Ball leagues, this process includes building a team that can withstand the challenges that can emerge during the season, without having the opportunity for any form of in-season roster management. That’s why the team at RotoBaller provides a detailed analysis of our latest Best-Ball rankings that help you plan your drafts.

This article will present a breakdown of the wide receiver position. It is recommended that you develop a strategy for selecting your receivers that remains flexible based upon the flow of each draft. Some owners are capitalizing on the opportunity to seize elite receivers during the initial rounds, as their league-mates focus on collecting running backs. Others are stockpiling productive receivers after they have drafted backs with their early picks.

Regardless of how you build your roster, wide receivers will perform a significant role in determining your team’s success. 23 receivers are located among the top 50 in our rankings, while 60 receivers currently reside among the top 150. We will continue to update rankings in every format as we approach Week 1, and you can find the latest rankings here.

Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2025:

 

WR Best-Ball Rankings

Position Rank Position Tier Player Name Overall Rank Overall Tier
1 1 Michael Thomas 5 1
2 1 Davante Adams 8 1
3 1 Tyreek Hill 10 2
4 1 Chris Godwin 13 2
5 1 Julio Jones 14 2
6 1 DeAndre Hopkins 17 2
7 2 Kenny Golladay 19 2
8 2 Amari Cooper 21 3
9 2 D.J. Moore 24 3
10 2 Mike Evans 26 3
11 2 Adam Thielen 27 3
12 2 Allen Robinson 28 3
13 2 Odell Beckham Jr. 29 4
14 2 JuJu Smith-Schuster 32 4
15 3 A.J. Brown 34 4
16 3 Cooper Kupp 38 4
17 3 D.K. Metcalf 39 4
18 3 Calvin Ridley 40 4
19 4 Robert Woods 42 4
20 4 D.J. Chark 43 4
21 4 Courtland Sutton 44 4
22 4 Keenan Allen 49 4
23 4 Terry McLaurin 50 5
24 4 Tyler Lockett 53 5
25 4 DeVante Parker 55 5
26 4 A.J. Green 58 6
27 4 T.Y. Hilton 60 6
28 4 Stefon Diggs 61 6
29 4 Jarvis Landry 63 6
30 5 Tyler Boyd 65 6
31 5 Michael Gallup 66 6
32 5 Marquise Brown 78 7
33 5 Julian Edelman 79 7
34 5 Will Fuller 80 7
35 5 Darius Slayton 83 7
36 6 Deebo Samuel 85 7
37 6 Diontae Johnson 86 7
38 6 Marvin Jones 87 8
39 6 Christian Kirk 88 8
40 6 Mike Williams 90 8
41 7 Breshad Perriman 91 8
42 7 Jerry Jeudy 92 8
43 7 Brandin Cooks 93 8
44 7 Sterling Shepard 96 8
45 7 Emmanuel Sanders 99 8
46 7 John Brown 100 9
47 7 Mecole Hardman 109 9
48 8 Robby Anderson 114 10
49 8 Golden Tate 116 10
50 8 CeeDee Lamb 118 10
51 8 Anthony Miller 119 10
52 8 N'Keal Harry 123 10
53 8 Preston Williams 130 10
54 8 Curtis Samuel 131 10
55 8 Jamison Crowder 133 10
56 9 Justin Jefferson 134 10
57 9 Alshon Jeffery 135 11
58 9 Michael Pittman Jr. 136 11
59 9 James Washington 142 11
60 9 Sammy Watkins 144 11
61 9 Henry Ruggs III 155 12
62 9 Steven Sims 157 12
63 9 Allen Lazard 161 13
64 10 Jalen Reagor 164 13
65 10 Brandon Aiyuk 165 13
66 10 Hunter Renfrow 167 13
67 10 DeSean Jackson 168 13
68 10 Dede Westbrook 170 13
69 10 Tee Higgins 171 13
70 10 Randall Cobb 173 13
71 10 Tyrell Williams 181 14
72 10 Larry Fitzgerald 186 14
73 10 Cole Beasley 187 14
74 10 KJ Hamler 188 14
75 10 Kenny Stills 193 14
76 11 Parris Campbell 199 14
77 11 Corey Davis 200 14
78 11 Bryan Edwards 203 15
79 11 John Ross 207 15
80 11 Chris Conley 209 15
81 11 Andy Isabella 216 15
82 11 J.J. Arcega-Whiteside 223 16
83 11 Devin Duvernay 228 16
84 11 Danny Amendola 229 16
85 11 Antonio Gandy-Golden 230 16
86 11 Phillip Dorsett 232 16
87 11 Albert Wilson 235 16
88 11 Auden Tate 240 16
89 11 Russell Gage 241 16
90 11 Laviska Shenault Jr. 244 16
91 11 Josh Reynolds 245 16
92 11 Denzel Mims 247 16
93 11 Mohamed Sanu 248 17
94 12 Tre'Quan Smith 251 17
95 11 Jalen Hurd 258 17
96 11 Kelvin Harmon 264 18
97 11 Devin Funchess 269 18
98 11 Marquez Valdes-Scantling 270 18
99 11 Jakobi Meyers 274 18
100 11 Keke Coutee 276 18
101 11 Kendrick Bourne 279 18
102 11 Miles Boykin 281 18
103 12 Nelson Agholor 284 18
104 12 Keelan Cole 286 18
105 12 Allen Hurns 287 18
106 12 Chase Claypool 288 18
107 12 Geronimo Allison 292 18
108 12 Tyler Johnson 293 18
109 12 Demarcus Robinson 297 18
110 12 David Moore 298 18
111 12 Dante Pettis 299 18
112 12 Zach Pascal 303 19
113 12 Adam Humphries 304 19
114 12 Demaryius Thomas 306 19
115 12 Trey Quinn 307 19
116 12 Hakeem Butler 311 19
117 12 Taylor Gabriel 313 19
118 12 Ted Ginn 315 19
119 12 Willie Snead 316 19
120 12 Marquise Goodwin 317 19
121 12 Scott Miller 325 19
122 12 Van Jefferson 327 19
123 13 Olabisi Johnson 329 19
124 13 Antonio Callaway 330 19
125 13 Stanley Morgan Jr. 333 19
126 13 Antonio Brown 336 19
127 13 DaeSean Hamilton 338 20
128 13 Greg Ward 340 20
129 13 KeeSean Johnson 343 20
130 13 Zay Jones 349 20
131 13 Robert Foster 350 20
132 13 Jakeem Grant 351 20
133 13 Donovan Peoples-Jones 352 20
134 13 Tajae Sharpe 361 20
135 13 Cordarrelle Patterson 362 20
136 13 Justin Watson 363 20
137 13 Damiere Byrd 364 20
138 13 Deon Cain 366 21
139 13 Josh Gordon 367 21
140 13 Tim Patrick 368 21
141 13 Byron Pringle 369 21
142 13 Taywan Taylor 373 21
143 13 Richie James 377 21

 

Tier 1

Michael Thomas, Davante Adams 

Thomas has never finished lower than WR7 in point per game scoring (PPR) since his 2016 rookie season, including last year’s rise to WR1. He has also experienced a steady increase in targets and receiving yards during that span, which culminated with the career highs that he attained during 2019 (185 targets/1,725 yards/91 first downs).

He also led the NFL in each category, along with receptions (149), red-zone targets (26), and 100-yard performances (10). Thomas remains the premier weapon for Drew Brees, and nothing should deter you from making him the first wide receiver to be selected during your drafts.

Adams was fourth overall in yardage entering week 5 (378/95 per game) and was averaging 9 targets per game. A turf toe issue sidelined him from weeks 5-8, but his usage and output were exceptional following his return. Adams finished second in targets (91) and receptions (58) from weeks 9-17 and was second in point per game scoring during Green Bay’s final seven games. The Packers have chosen to compete with a dearth of receiving weaponry, which makes Adams a strong candidate to lead the NFL in targets. The relentless selection of running backs also leaves him available in Round 1 of most drafts.

 

Tier 2

Tyreek HillChris Godwin, Julio Jones, DeAndre HopkinsKenny Golladay

The dynamic Hill has sustained an ADP in the teens throughout the offseason, in anticipation of the statistical fireworks that will ensue if he performs with Patrick Mahomes for 16 games. He was limited to 12 snaps from weeks 1-5, due to a shoulder injury. But he reemerged to lead all receivers in targets (52) and touchdowns (5) from weeks 6-10 while generating 844 yards and seven touchdowns during his final 11 contests. He also finished fifth in percentage share of team's air yards (40.1) during that sequence and presents owners with the potential to explode for huge gains on every route.

Anyone who believed in Godwin during their 2019 draft process was rewarded with an undisputed breakout season. He vaulted into the league’s elite tier of receivers by finishing second in point per game scoring, yardage (1,333), and touchdowns (9) from weeks 1-15 before a hamstring issue ended his season. Godwin enters his fourth season at age 24 while presenting opposing defenders with a lethal combination of size, speed, and versatility. This will allow him to remain among the NFL’s most prolific receivers with Tom Brady under center, which keeps him embedded among your early WR1 options.

Jones remains anchored within the league’s top tier of receivers as he enters his 10th season. He has averaged 162 targets (10.5 per game) since 2014 and has averaged 623 receptions (6.7 per game) and 9,388 yards (102 per game). This has preserved his place among the top seven in point per game scoring during that six-year sequence. Jones also led the league in air yards (1,911), finished second in targets (157), yardage (1,394), and completed air yards (1,039), and was fifth in receptions (99). The 31-year old Jones remains available in Round 2 and will deliver exceptional numbers once again.

Weeks 1-17 Targets Receptions Yards Air Yards Comp Air Yards
Michael Thomas 185 149 1,725 1,488 1,127
Julio Jones 157 99 1,394 1,911 1,039
Allen Robinson 154 98 1,147 1,680 853
Julian Edelman 153 100 1,117 1,410 771
DeAndre Hopkins 150 104 1,165 1,543 778
Keenan Allen 149 104 1,199 1,520 825
Tyler Boyd 148 90 1,046 1,378 674
Robert Woods 139 90 1,134 1,076 538
Jarvis Landry 138 83 1,174 1,370 727
D.J. Moore 135 87 1,175 1,498 772
Cooper Kupp 134 94 1,161 940 611
Odell Beckham 133 74 1,035 1,720 704
DeVante Parker 128 72 1,202 1,735 909
Davante Adams 127 83 997 1,264 598
Courtland Sutton 125 72 1,112 1,436 748
Jamison Crowder 122 78 833 955 475
Chris Godwin 121 86 1,333 1,272 729

Hopkins stockpiled 830 targets from 2015-2019, led the league in 2017 (174), and finished among the top five in four of those seasons. He also led the league in target share during 2018 (33.1%) and finished second last season (30.9%). But even though Hopkins will maintain an integral role as the WR1 in Kliff Kingsbury’s offense, he will not reach the share that owners have become accustomed to. His diminished target total will also prevent him from matching the averages in receptions (97) and yardage (1,300) that he has attained since 2014. This places him at the low end of our tier 1 rankings.

Golladay has risen to WR1 status, which is reflected in our rankings, his ADP, and the production that he delivered during 2019. Golladay finished sixth in points per game scoring (non-PPR), led the NFL in touchdowns (11), and finished seventh in receiving yards (1,190). He also finished third in air yards (1,745), and yards per reception (18.3), while his proficiency as a vertical weapon fueled his five games of 100+ yards. Golladay also persevered through the eight-game absence of Matthew Stafford to achieve those career-best numbers and is primed to generate sizable production as Stafford re-emerges under center.

 

Tier 3

Amari Cooper, D.J. Moore, Mike EvansAdam ThielenAllen Robinson  

Cooper begins his second full season with the Cowboys after eclipsing 1,000 yards for the fourth time in five years. He also finished seventh in both receiving yards (1,189) and touchdowns (8), while his effectiveness as a downfield weapon propelled him to 10th in air yards (1,536) and third in completed air yards (935). Cooper also established new career-highs in yards per reception (15.1) and yards per target (10). His ability to prevail against overmatched defenders will sustain his role as the primary option for Dak Prescott while making him a low-end WR1 for owners.

Moore delivered a breakout season at age 22, by finishing within the top 10 in targets (135/9 per game), receptions (87), and receiving yards (1,175). He accomplished it despite missing Carolina's season finale (concussion) and operating with Kyle Allen for 12 of his 15 matchups. Moore will be performing in a restructured offense that is being concocted by Matt Rhule and Joe Brady, while also operating with a new quarterback. However, Teddy Bridgewater should locate his WR1 on a frequent basis. This could elevate Moore among the leaders in yards after the catch and he should also exceed last year’s touchdown total (4).

Evans has surpassed 1,000 during all six seasons of his career (1,210 per year) while averaging 139 targets and 15.8 yards per reception during that span. He also led the NFL in air yards (1,779) and was third in receiving yards (1,157) before being sidelined from Weeks 15-17 (hamstring). There is concern whether 43-year old Brady can engineer a downfield aerial assault. But Brady will be blending his strengths with Bruce Arians’ vertical approach, while Evans could be deployed in a mixture of high percentage routes and deep balls. This makes him an appealing target at his Round 3 ADP.

Thielen owners were forced to contend with consistent frustration during 2019, due to his lingering hamstring injury and the rigid offensive philosophy of Mike Zimmer. Thielen was sidelined for the first time in his career after performing in 87 consecutive games. He also averaged just 4.8 targets, 3.0 receptions, and 41.8 yards per game during the 10 games in which he was available. Those averages will rise this season, as the departure of Stefon Diggs has elevated Thielen into an unchallenged role as Minnesota’s WR1. However, his ceiling will be constrained by an offense that maintains a strong reliance on the ground game.

I have been targeting Robinson as my WR1 consistently during drafts in which I selected running backs during the first two rounds. His status as Chicago’s primary receiving weapon remains uncontested, and his massive target share should match the 27.3% that he registered during his stellar 2019 season. Robinson finished third in targets (154)  while collecting 10+ in seven different games. Five of those occurred during the Bears’ final six matchups, as Robinson was third in targets and fourth in receptions during that sequence. Robinson also finished sixth in air yards (1,686), seventh in percentage share of team’s air yards (38.6), and is undervalued at his ADP.

Weeks 12-17 Targets/Game Targets Target Share Receptions Yards
Michael Thomas 12 72 34.1 55 584
Davante Adams 11.7 70 32.3 44 460
Robert Woods 11.3 68 27.5 45 568
Allen Robinson 11.3 68 30.1 41 514
Julio Jones 13.2 66 31 40 512
DeVante Parker 9.3 56 22.6 32 598
Tyler Boyd 9 54 26.1 32 448
Jarvis Landry 9 54 23.7 34 479
Julian Edelman 8.8 53 26.7 32 401
Jamison Crowder 8.2 49 25.4 25 271
Sterling Shepard 8.2 49 23.1 32 309
Courtland Sutton 8 48 27.1 23 307
Russell Gage 8 48 18.5 32 289
DeAndre Hopkins 9.2 46 28.5 29 420
Odell Beckham 7.3 44 19.3 26 343

 

Tier 4

Odell Beckham Jr., JuJu Smith-Schuster,  A.J. BrownCooper KuppD.K. MetcalfCalvin RidleyRobert Woods, D.J. Chark, Courtland Sutton, Keenan Allen

One year ago, Beckham’s ADP (14) placed him at WR6. Optimism was based on the premise that he would be reenergized in a fresh environment. But Beckham failed to match lofty expectations while finishing 18th in receptions (74), and 23rd in yardage (1,035). He also averaged a career-low 64.7 yards per game and managed just four touchdowns. Despite the discouragement of 2019, the Browns have embarked on a promising path under Kevin Stefanski. Beckham’s Round 4 ADP also provides an opportunity to bet on his remaining talent.

Smith-Schuster is currently being drafted at WR12, as many owners remain confident that he can rekindle the production that he attained in 2018 (166 targets/111 receptions/1,426 yards). But his numbers plummeted last season (42 receptions/552 yards), as he was impacted by multiple injuries (knee/foot), and the prolonged absence of Ben Roethlisberger. Smith-Schuster will face competition for targets from the emerging Diontae Johnson, who assembled an impressive rookie season.  Roethlisberger’s return also does not automatically assure that Smith-Schuster’s output will be restored to its 2018 level.

Brown established his ability to perform effectively as Tennessee’s primary receiving weapon after Ryan Tannehill replaced Marcus Mariota under center. He finished third in point per game scoring (non-PPR) from weeks 7-17, while finishing sixth in yardage (778), and fifth in touchdowns (6). Brown also led the league in yardage (605) and touchdowns (5) from Weeks 12-17 and finished the season with the NFL’s highest yard per target average (12.5). Brown has emerged as a viable WR2 with the potential to achieve WR1 output during his second season.

Kupp averaged 12.6 targets, 8.2 receptions, and 101 yards per game from Weeks 1-5. But those averages dropped to 5.9 targets/4.5 receptions/46.1 yards per game in Weeks 10-17, as Kupp trailed Robert Woods and Tyler Higbee in each category. His snap count percentage also diminished from 88.2% in weeks 1-12 to 63.3% in weeks 13-17, while Higbee’s snaps surged to 69%. Kupp did lead the Rams in red-zone targets (21), but he trailed Higbee yet again from Weeks 13-17 (13/8). However, Brandin Cooks also collected 23 targets during that span, and his departure improves Kupp's opportunity to remain highly involved - regardless of how Sean McVay blends his personnel packages.

Expectations for Metcalf’s 2019 rookie season were frequently tempered due to the limitations of his route tree and experience (21 games) at Ole Miss. But he developed into an explosive weapon for Seattle, while leading all first-year receivers in targets (100), and finishing third in receiving yards (900) and touchdowns (7). Metcalf also emerged as a resource near the end zone by finishing 10th overall in red-zone targets (18). His continued advancement as a receiver will combine with his speed and athleticism to produce numbers that exceed his Round 5 ADP.

Mohamed Sanu had been averaging six targets per game for the Falcons before an October trade extracted him from their roster. That created an enormous path for Ridley to accumulate targets and yardage as Atlanta’s unquestioned WR2. Ridley’s averages rose from 6.3 targets, 4.1 receptions, and 53.2 yards per game before Sanu’s departure, to 8.2/5.7/82.1 per game from weeks 8-14. He also tied for ninth in point per game scoring during that sequence, before being sidelined during weeks 15-17 (abdomen). Ridley also finished second overall in Football Outsiders’ DVOA (Defense-Adjusted Value Over Average).

As Kupp’s usage and output diminished last season, Woods paced the Rams in receptions (59/5.9 per game, yardage (779/77.9 per game) and targets (92/9.2 per game) during LA’s final 10 contests This included weeks 13-17, when Woods finished second overall in targets (59), receptions (39), and fourth in yardage (471). Woods' snap count was not curtailed by the Rams’ mixture of personnel packages, as he led all receivers in snaps (357). Woods’ ADP has risen 17 slots since April, and he should lead LA in targets, receptions, and yardage this season.

Chark experienced a meteoric rise from infinitesimal numbers as a rookie to finish among the top 20 in multiple categories. He was eighth in scoring after Week 14 and was also fourth in touchdowns (8), and sixth in air yards (1,355). He also averaged 8.2 targets, 5.2 receptions, and 74 yards per game) before contending with an ankle injury from Weeks 15-17. Chark still tied for seventh in touchdowns (8) while finishing 19th in targets (118), 17th in air yards (1,421), and 13th in percentage share of team’s air yards (34.9). He is now primed to flourish as Jacksonville’s primary receiver once again.

Sutton’s ascension into WR2 terrain during 2019 would normally have vaulted him to a more prestigious tier in our rankings. He finished inside the top 20 in scoring, targets (125/7.8 per game), yardage (1,112), air yards (1,452), and yards per route (2.48), while also leading the NFL in percentage share of team's air yards (42.93). But he was also absorbing targets in a Denver offense that was deficient in additional talent at his position. Now he must compete for opportunities with Jerry Jeudy, K.J. Hamler, and Noah Fant while functioning with a quarterback that remains unproven.

Allen is still just 28-years old, hasn’t missed a game since 2016, and has consistently proven his ability to accumulate high-quality production. He has averaged 148 targets, 101 receptions and 1,263 yards since 2017, and finished among the top six in targets (149), receptions (104), and yardage (1,199) during 2019. He retains the necessary skills to achieve similar results this season. But his customary Round 2 ADP has descended to Round 5. This is a byproduct of his conversion from consistent statistical success with Philip Rivers to the uncertain ramifications of operating with Tyrod Taylor and Justin Herbert.

 

Tier 5

Terry McLaurin, Tyler LockettDeVante Parker 

McLaurin was the 101st receiver selected in last August's drafts (ADP 282). But he quickly seized Washington’s WR1 responsibilities and exceeded even the most optimistic projections. McLaurin led rookies in point per game scoring and finished second in receptions (58). His usage as a downfield weapon also lifted him to sixth in percentage share of team’s air yards (37.09), 10th in both yards-per-target (9.9), and 10th in yards per reception (15.8). He will operate with an unobstructed path toward high volume as Washington’s primary receiver. which should launch him into high-end WR2 territory.

Metcalf has been commandeering conversation as an ascending presence, but Lockett led Seattle in targets (110), receptions (82), receiving yardage (1,057), and touchdowns (8) in 2019. He also paced the Seahawks in air yards (1,340), percentage share of air yards (29.8), and target share (22.3). His numbers did plunge from 8.8 targets, 7.3 receptions, and 90.4 yards per game in Weeks 2-9 to 5.4 targets/3.3 receptions/41.4 yards per game from weeks 10-17. However, Lockett was contending with health issues (shin/flu), and owners can target him near the conclusion of round 5.

After four seasons of uninspiring numbers (5.3 targets, 3.1 receptions, and 41.8 yards per game), Parker experienced a career reawakening in 2019. He skyrocketed to fourth in both receiving yards (1,202) and air yards (1,713) and tied for third in touchdowns (9). His usage and production rose after promising rookie Preston Williams was sidelined, as Parker vaulted to first in touchdowns (5), and second in yardage (802) from weeks 10-17. He was also sixth in targets (76) and third in point per game scoring (PPR) during that span. Owners can select him confidently at his Round 6 ADP.

 

Tier 6

A.J. GreenT.Y. HiltonStefon Diggs Jarvis Landry, Tyler BoydMichael Gallup

Green was 10th in point per game scoring after week 7 of 2018, before a lingering toe issue interrupted his season and his highly productive career. He is an intriguing Round 7 option as he returns to a transformed Cincinnati offense. However, his latest hamstring issue should be monitored.

Hilton should reclaim his role as Indy’s WR1 and benefit from operating with Rivers. He should also rebound from his career-worst 2019 season (68 targets/45 receptions/501 yards). But he might not reach his averages from 2013-2018 (131 targets/76 receptions/1,206 yards.

Landry finished 13th in targets (138), 12th in receptions (83), and achieved career highs in yardage (1,174) and yards per reception (14.1). Even if he does not replicate those numbers in Cleveland’s restructured offense, he remains undervalued at his Round 7 ADP.

Diggs finished second overall in yards per target (12.0), third in percentage share of team’s air yards (41.3), and fourth in yards per reception (17.9). But he now resurfaces in a Buffalo offense that finished seventh in run play percentage, and will also deploy John Brown as a downfield weapon.

Boyd finished among the top eight in targets (148), and receptions (90). The reemergence of Green and the presence of John Ross and Tee Higgins will prevent Boyd from reaching those 2019 numbers. But if Green encounters another significant health issue, then Boyd's stock will elevate immediately.

Gallup finished seventh in yards per reception (16.8) while finishing 10th in targets (57), and fifth in yardage (577) from Weeks 11-17. His enormous talent should propel him to favorable output despite competition for targets from Cooper and CeeDee Lamb.

 

Tier 7 

Marquise BrownJulian Edelman, Will Fuller, Darius Slayton, Deebo Samuel, Diontae Johnson

Marquise Brown averaged 8.5 targets and 76 yards per game from Weeks 1-4 but just 3.7/28 per game from Weeks 5-17. He is healthy and can unleash his big-play potential with greater frequency.

Only Thomas captured double-digit target totals in more games than Edelman (10). But the 34-year old must now function without his customary signal-caller. Fuller can become Deshaun Watson’s primary target -if he can elude further injury. He averaged 9 targets/75 yards per game from weeks 2-6, but just 4.6/45 yards during his other matchups.

Slayton led the Giants in touchdowns (8) and targeted air yards (23.8). But the target shares for Slayton (14.3), and teammates Sterling Shepard (14.2) and Golden Tate (14.7) were extremely close.

The timeline for Samuel’s return is unclear. But he will function as the 49ers’ WR1 whenever he is operating at full capacity. Johnson overcame deficiencies at quarterback to lead Pittsburgh in targets (92), receptions (59), and target share (18.9).

 

Tiers 8 and 9 

Marvin Jones Jr.Christian Kirk, Mike Williams, Breshad PerrimanJerry JeudyBrandin Cooks,  Sterling ShepardEmmanuel SandersJohn BrownMecole Hardman 

A sizable number of factors can emerge before week 1 that would alter the value of receivers in these tiers.



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Officially Available Tuesday
Marcus Sasser12 hours ago

Suspended For One Game On Tuesday
Giannis Antetokounmpo12 hours ago

Will Play On Tuesday
Jimmy Snuggerud12 hours ago

Ready For NHL Debut Tuesday
Isaiah Stewart12 hours ago

Suspended For Two Games On Tuesday
Jacob Trouba12 hours ago

Set To Rejoin Ducks Lineup Tuesday
Jonathan Kuminga12 hours ago

Ruled Out On Tuesday
Troy Terry12 hours ago

On Track To Play Tuesday
Jaylen Brown12 hours ago

Questionable Versus Miami
Jonathan Marchessault12 hours ago

Remains Out Against Blue Jackets
Alex Laferriere12 hours ago

Expected To Return On Tuesday
Luke Schenn12 hours ago

A Game-Time Decision Tuesday
Dante Fabbro13 hours ago

Returns Against Predators
Detroit Lions15 hours ago

Alim McNeill Could Miss Start Of Regular Season
Tennessee Titans15 hours ago

Justin Hardee Sr. Returning To Titans
Washington Commanders15 hours ago

Brandon Coleman Moving To Right Tackle For Commanders
Raheem Blackshear15 hours ago

Returning To Carolina
Kirk Cousins15 hours ago

Not Expected To Attend Voluntary Offseason Training
NFL15 hours ago

NFL Ownership Votes To Move Kickoff Touchbacks To 35-Yard Line
Olli Määttä16 hours ago

Olli Maatta A Game-Time Call On Tuesday
Jordan Greenway16 hours ago

Remains Sidelined On Tuesday
Dallas Cowboys16 hours ago

Cowboys Willing To Make Micah Parsons The Highest-Paid Non-QB
Jordan Staal16 hours ago

Doubtful For Wednesday
Matt Roy16 hours ago

Not Traveling With Team
Josh Norris16 hours ago

Not Traveling With The Team On Tuesday
Brady Tkachuk16 hours ago

Not Playing On Tuesday
Jordan Spieth18 hours ago

Needs To Find Consistency At TPC San Antonio
Jake Knapp18 hours ago

Making First Appearance At Valero Texas Open
Michael Kim18 hours ago

Looking To Find The Magic Again In San Antonio
Tommy Fleetwood19 hours ago

Is Nearly A Must-Play At Valero Texas Open
Tony Finau19 hours ago

Hoping For Better Approach Play In San Antonio
Eric Cole19 hours ago

Trending In Right Direction Ahead Of Valero
Casey DeSmith22 hours ago

Sharp In Monday's Victory
Mason Marchment23 hours ago

Tallies Two Helpers On Monday
Adam Klapka23 hours ago

Tallies Two Points In Shootout Victory
Ivan Fedotov23 hours ago

Sharp Against Nashville
Matvei Michkov23 hours ago

Continues Hot Stretch On Monday
Luke Hughes23 hours ago

Scores Goal, Adds Assist In Victory
Sam Stevens1 day ago

Enjoys Nice Result In Houston
PGA1 day ago

J.T. Poston Seeks To Contend At Valero Texas Open
Denny McCarthy1 day ago

Keeps Making Cuts But Needs To Make More Putts
Brian Harman1 day ago

Off To A Subpar 2025 So Far
Ilya Samsonov1 day ago

Nursing An Upper-Body Injury
Tomas Hertl1 day ago

To Sit Out At Least One More Week
Ryan Preece2 days ago

Has Three Straight Top-10 Finishes For First Time In His Career
NASCAR2 days ago

Bubba Wallace After Third-Place Finish At Martinsville: "What a Great Day"
Todd Gilliland2 days ago

Has Mistake-Free Day At Martinsville, Grabs Another Top-10 Finish
Brandon Moreno2 days ago

Wins Back-To-Back Fights
Steve Erceg2 days ago

Losses Third Consecutive Fight
Drew Dober2 days ago

Gets Knocked Out At UFC Mexico City
Manuel Torres2 days ago

Gets Back In The Win Column
Harry Hall2 days ago

Bounces Back In Houston Last Week
CJ Vergara2 days ago

Gets Submitted
Ryan Fox2 days ago

Showing Improvement Heading Into The Valero Texas Open
Édgar Cháirez2 days ago

Edgar Chairez Gets Submission Win At UFC Mexico City
Vince Morales2 days ago

Drops Decision At UFC Mexico City
Raul Rosas Jr.2 days ago

Gets Decision Win At UFC Mexico City
Saimon Oliveira2 days ago

Still Winless In The UFC
David Martinez2 days ago

Wins His UFC Debut
Kevin Borjas2 days ago

Earns His First UFC Win
Ronaldo Rodríguez2 days ago

Ronaldo Rodriguez Suffers His First UFC Loss
Joel Dahmen2 days ago

Scores Top-20 Finish At Texas Children's Houston Open
Jacob Bridgeman2 days ago

Had Some Rest Heading Into The Valero
Christopher Bell2 days ago

Powers His Way To A Second-Place Finish At Martinsville
Chase Elliott2 days ago

Strong Martinsville Performance Ends With A Top-Five Finish
Kyle Larson2 days ago

Collects A Top-Five Finish At Martinsville
William Byron2 days ago

Places 22nd After Struggles At Martinsville
Joey Logano2 days ago

Claims His First 2025 Top-10 Finish After Up-And-Down Performance
Tyler Reddick2 days ago

Fails To Place In The Top 10 At Martinsville
Denny Hamlin2 days ago

Silences Doubters After Crew-Chief Change
Ty Gibbs2 days ago

Earns Best 2025 Finish At Martinsville Despite Failing Cool Suit
Ross Chastain2 days ago

Has A Great Day At Martinsville
Chase Briscoe2 days ago

Has Solid Run At Martinsville
Erik Jones2 days ago

Disqualified At Martinsville For Weight Violation
Josh Berry3 days ago

Has Top-10 Upside At Martinsville
Joey Logano3 days ago

Don't Overlook Joey Logano This Weekend
Ryan Preece3 days ago

Could Get First Three-Race Top-10 Streak Of His Career
Chase Elliott3 days ago

Looking To Continue Great Runs At Martinsville
Christopher Bell3 days ago

Wins Pole At Martinsville, But Can He Stay Up There?
Ryan Blaney3 days ago

Fast In Practice But Skeptical About Car
Denny Hamlin3 days ago

New Crew Chief Has Terrible Martinsville Record
Steve Erceg5 days ago

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Brandon Moreno5 days ago

A Favorite At UFC Mexico City
Manuel Torres5 days ago

Set For Co-Main Event
Drew Dober5 days ago

An Underdog At UFC Mexico City
Joe Pyfer5 days ago

Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Kelvin Gastelum5 days ago

Set For Middleweight Matchup
Vince Morales5 days ago

In Dire Need Of Victory
Raul Rosas Jr.5 days ago

Looks To Extend His Win Streak
Saimon Oliveira5 days ago

Looks For His First UFC Win
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