Ja’Lynn Polk (WR, NE): 2024 Fantasy Football Draft Values

BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~160 Overall

CURRENT ADP: ~172

ANALYSIS: Ja'Lynn Polk's exceptional senior season in college has made him a highly intriguing fantasy football option this year. He finished his final campaign with Washington with an impressive 69 receptions, 1,159 yards, and nine touchdowns. Polk’s performance in 2023 was good enough for the New England Patriots to select him in the second round of the 2024 NFL draft.

The Patriots’ current wide receiver group provides a ripe opportunity for Polk to emerge as the leading receiver. Competing with a 2023 sixth-round pick in Demario Douglas, a veteran in Kendrick Bourne, and another rookie in Javon Baker, it isn’t hard to envision a scenario where Polk establishes himself as the team's top receiving threat. 

Great catch by JaLynn Polk to convert 3rd and 5 pic.twitter.com/ZUkdl6ZHEM

— Ben Brown 🌻 (@BenBrownPL) August 8, 2024

One potential hurdle for Polk's immediate fantasy production is the quarterback situation in New England. The Patriots are expected to start the season with Jacoby Brissett under center, but it seems inevitable that rookie Drake Maye will take over at some point. This transition could affect Polk's early season output, making him a more uncertain play in the first few weeks. However, for managers willing to be patient, holding onto Polk could pay dividends in the second half of the season.

Polk’s path to becoming a reliable flex option for your fantasy roster is clear, especially considering how low his ADP is. If you draft him, you may need to exercise some patience, but his potential to produce meaningful numbers starting midway through the season makes him a worthwhile gamble.

He is way undervalued at his current spot; you can snag him as one of the last players to fill out your roster.

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