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Wide Receiver Best Ball Rankings and Fantasy Football Analysis (Part 2)

Diontae Johnson - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Fantasy football wide receiver rankings analysis for 2022 best ball drafts for WRs in tiers 4 and lower. Phil Clark breaks down the best values relative to ADP.

Many of you are now dedicating your efforts toward draft preparation and roster construction as we await the rapidly-approaching NFL Draft. This includes anyone who is involved in the best-ball format, which presents the opportunity to complete your roster management at the conclusion of each draft.

That’s why the team at RotoBaller continually updates our best-ball rankings, which provide you with a valuable resource for building league-winning rosters during 2022. These tiered rankings are designed to help you determine which players to target for your rosters, along with others that you should avoid at their current ADPs.

We are also delivering a detailed analysis of these rankings, which provides yet another element toward fulfilling your championship aspirations. That includes my two-part series that will focus on wide receivers. This article will examine Tiers 4-9, while you can also find a full breakdown of Tiers 1-3 here.

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

 

Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Rankings - Best Ball

WR
Rank
WR
Tier
Player Name Overall
Rank
Overall
Tier
1 1 Cooper Kupp 6 1
2 1 Justin Jefferson 7 1
3 1 Ja'Marr Chase 8 1
4 1 Davante Adams 10 2
5 2 Deebo Samuel 13 2
6 2 Tyreek Hill 14 2
7 2 Jaylen Waddle 17 2
8 2 Stefon Diggs 18 2
9 2 A.J. Brown 19 2
10 2 CeeDee Lamb 21 3
11 3 Mike Evans 25 3
12 3 Keenan Allen 26 3
13 3 Tee Higgins 28 3
14 3 Amari Cooper 30 4
15 3 DeAndre Hopkins 34 4
16 4 D.K. Metcalf 40 4
17 4 DJ Moore 41 4
18 4 Terry McLaurin 43 4
19 4 Elijah Moore 44 4
20 4 Allen Robinson II 48 4
21 4 Chris Godwin 49 4
22 4 Jerry Jeudy 52 5
23 4 Diontae Johnson 53 5
24 4 Michael Pittman Jr. 54 5
25 4 Adam Thielen 55 5
26 4 DeVonta Smith 56 5
27 5 Mike Williams 65 6
28 5 Darnell Mooney 66 6
29 5 Tyler Lockett 69 6
30 5 Brandin Cooks 71 6
31 5 Courtland Sutton 72 6
32 5 Amon-Ra St. Brown 74 7
33 5 Michael Thomas 75 7
34 6 Robert Woods 77 7
35 6 Marquise Brown 80 7
36 6 Treylon Burks 81 7
37 6 JuJu Smith-Schuster 82 7
38 6 Brandon Aiyuk 86 7
39 6 Hunter Renfrow 88 8
40 6 Jarvis Landry 91 8
41 6 Garrett Wilson 92 8
42 6 Gabriel Davis 95 8
43 6 Chase Claypool 101 9
44 6 Rashod Bateman 102 9
45 7 Tyler Boyd 110 9
46 7 Christian Kirk 111 9
47 7 Drake London 113 10
48 7 Russell Gage 115 10
49 7 Tim Patrick 122 10
50 7 D.J. Chark Jr. 124 10
51 7 Chris Olave 126 10
52 7 Kadarius Toney 127 10
53 7 Corey Davis 128 10
54 7 Kenny Golladay 129 10
55 7 Van Jefferson 130 10
56 7 DeVante Parker 133 10
57 7 Jakobi Meyers 134 10
58 7 Cordarrelle Patterson 136 11
59 8 Jameson Williams 139 11
60 8 Michael Gallup 140 11
61 8 Rondale Moore 144 11
62 8 Donovan Peoples-Jones 146 11
63 8 Nico Collins 149 12
64 8 Curtis Samuel 151 12
65 8 Robby Anderson 154 12
66 8 Mecole Hardman 156 12
67 9 George Pickens 161 13
68 9 Joshua Palmer 164 13
69 9 Marquez Valdes-Scantling 166 13
70 9 Laviska Shenault Jr. 169 13
71 9 Allen Lazard 171 13
72 9 Braxton Berrios 175 13
73 9 Odell Beckham Jr. 176 13
74 9 Sterling Shepard 181 14
75 9 Marquez Callaway 182 14
76 9 Cedrick Wilson Jr. 185 14
77 9 Kendrick Bourne 188 14
78 9 K.J. Osborn 191 14
79 10 Julio Jones 194 14
80 10 Cole Beasley 196 14
81 10 Marvin Jones Jr. 197 14
82 10 Jamison Crowder 198 14
83 10 Jahan Dotson 199 14
84 10 Zay Jones 201 14
85 10 Skyy Moore 204 15
86 10 Christian Watson 206 15
87 10 Wan'Dale Robinson 208 15
88 10 Terrace Marshall Jr. 211 15
89 10 A.J. Green 214 15
90 10 Nelson Agholor 215 15
91 11 Emmanuel Sanders 221 16
92 11 Will Fuller V 223 16
93 11 Josh Reynolds 224 16
94 11 John Metchie 228 16
95 11 David Bell 232 16

 

Tier 4

D.K. Metcalf,  D.J. Moore, Terry McLaurin, Elijah Moore, Allen Robinson, Chris Godwin, Jerry Jeudy, Diontae Johnson, Michael Pittman Jr., Adam Thielen, DeVonta Smith

Several significant hurdles fueled a statistical downturn for Metcalf during 2021 when contrasted with his numbers from 2020. Metcalf did generate a career-high 12 touchdowns while contending with a lingering foot issue and the three-game absence of Russell Wilson (finger). However, his per-game averages during 2020 (8.1 targets/5.2 receptions/81.4 yards) dropped to 7.6 targets/4.4 receptions/56.9 yards last season. He was also relegated to career lows in catches of 20+ (11), and 40+ yards (two), while only reaching 100 yards in one contest.

Year Targets Targ/Gm Rec Rec/Gm  Yards YPG YPR YPT TD
2019 100 6.3 58 3.6 900 56.3 15.5 9 7
2020 129 8.1 83 5.2 1303 81.4 15.7 10.1 10
2021 129 7.6 75 4.4 967 56.9 12.9 7.5 12

His ADP has plunged from 31 (WR12) to 44 (WR15) since Seattle’s decision to jettison Wilson, and Metcalf’s prospects of displaying his home-run capabilities will now be dependent on the effectiveness of Drew Lock, or a quarterback that will be added to the Seahawks' roster.

The deficiencies that permeated Carolina’s 30th ranked offense during 2021 did not deter Moore from finishing at WR18. He established career highs in targets (163/9.6 per game/28.2% share) and receptions (93/5.5 per game) while surpassing 1,150 yards for a third consecutive season (1,157/68.1 per game). He also finished third overall in air yards (1727) and was sixth with a 39.9% share of air yards.

Substandard performances from Sam Darnold and Cam Newton suppressed Moore’s output, and Carolina’s ongoing failure to procure a reliable presence under center has continued during the offseason. However, Moore has already displayed the ability to provide managers with WR2 numbers while operating in an attack that is laden with hurdles.

McLaurin surpassed expectations during his 2019 rookie season by placing second among newcomers in scoring and finishing at WR27 overall. His numbers rose universally during 2020, as he finished ninth in targets (134/8.9 per game), 11th in receiving yards (1,118/74.5 per game), and second with a 42% share of air yards.

However, McLaurin did not reward anyone who selected him as a WR1 during 2021 (ADP28/WR11), as he experienced declines in targets (130/7.6 per game), receptions (77/4.5 per game), and yardage (1,053/61.9 per game). McLaurin has been repeatedly encumbered by inadequate quarterback play during his tenure in Washington, but that situation could improve as Carson Wentz represents a slight upgrade under center.

Moore delivered a series of promising performances before a quad injury brought an abrupt end to his rookie season. He had averaged 5.2 targets, 1.8 receptions, and a microscopic 15.8 yards per game from Weeks 1-7, but those averages rose to 9.0 targets/5.6 receptions/78.4 yards from Weeks 9-13.

Weeks 11-13 Air Yards % Air Yards Target % Targets
Elijah Moore 51.76 352 32.98 31
Terry McLaurin 47.99 298 22.62 19
Justin Jefferson 47.92 449 30.84 33
Marquez Valdes-Scantling 47.08 323 25.33 19
A.J. Green 44.02 114 13.56 8
D.J. Moore 43.59 204 29.31 17
Tee Higgins 43.12 332 27.78 25
Josh Reynolds 42.23 250 17.44 15
Jakobi Meyers 42.17 175 22.95 14
Diontae Johnson 42.09 367 33.63 38

Moore also skyrocketed to WR4 from Weeks 11-13 while securing a league-high 51.8% share of air yards and finishing third in both target share (33.0%) and air yards (352). Moore’s prospects of fulfilling the expectations of his ADP (63/WR25) are partially dependent on Zach Wilson's level of improvement during his second season. The release of Jamison Crowder reduced Moore’s competition for targets, although New York could select a wide receiver early in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Robinson appeared to be a savvy selection at his Round 3 ADP last season after he finished among the top-four in targets (151/9.4 per game), receptions (102/6.4 per game), and red-zone targets (19) during 2020. However, Robinson assembled what was arguably the most disappointing season among all receivers, as his target share dropped from 25.4% to 19.2%. He also descended to 60th in targets (66/5.5 per game) and plummeted to WR81.

Robinson is now positioned for a career resuscitation following his relocation to Los Angeles, as Sean McVay should deploy Robinson with greater creativity than he experienced during his final season with Chicago. The exodus of Robert Woods should also elevate Robinson into ongoing usage as the Rams’ WR2.

Godwin had risen to WR6 entering Week 15 and was second overall in both receptions (92/7.1 per game) and yard after catch (571). He was also fourth in receiving yardage (1,054/81.1 per game) and ninth in targets (120/9.2 per game/21.8% share) during that sequence. His season ended abruptly in Week 15, but Godwin had already established new career-highs in targets, receptions, and red-zone targets (25) before his knee injury.

His timeline for a return is uncertain. However, the Buccaneers re-signed Godwin to a three-year contract, and he will eventually join Mike Evans as the primary weapon in a passing attack that ranked first in 2021. His potential to miss games when the season launches should keep him available until Round 5 of your drafts.

Jeudy’s pedigree as Denver’s first-round selection in 2020 (15th overall) combined with his explosiveness and route running acumen to ignite significant interest in drafting him during 2020 and 2021. However, 12 drops and a 46% catch rate offset his finishes of sixth in air yards (1,541) and 14th in yards before catch per reception (11.0) during his rookie season, while a seven-game absence (ankle) and deficient quarterback play restricted last year’s output (56 targets/5.6 per game), (38 receptions/3.8 per game), (467 yards/46.7 per game).

Wilson’s arrival should finally deliver the elixir that transforms disappointment into gratification for anyone who selects Jeudy, as he should flourish with a quarterback who can maximize his ability to gain separation from overmatched defenders.

Johnson was one of just three receivers who averaged 10+ targets per game throughout the regular season (10.6), and his 12 games with double-digit target totals placed him second overall. He also finished sixth in target share (28.4%) while his 169 targets tied him for second behind Cooper Kupp.

Weeks 1-18 Targets/Gm
Cooper Kupp 11.2
Davante Adams 10.6
Diontae Johnson 10.6
Justin Jefferson 9.8
Keenan Allen 9.8
Stefon Diggs 9.6
D.J. Moore 9.6
Tyreek Hill 9.4
Marquise Brown 9.1
Chris Godwin 9.1

 

Weeks 1-18  10+ Targets
Cooper Kupp 14
Diontae Johnson 12
Justin Jefferson 10
D.J. Moore 10
Tyreek Hill 10
Keenan Allen 9
Davante Adams 8
Stefon Diggs 8
Marquise Brown 7
Chris Godwin 7
Jaylen Waddle 7
Brandin Cooks 7

Johnson also eclipsed 100 catches and 1,000 yards for the first time in his career, while finishing fifth in receptions (107/6.7 per game), sixth in yards after catch (527), and generating a career-high eight touchdowns. Johnson should not relinquish his role as the Steelers’ primary receiving weapon regardless of who ultimately emerges under center.

Pittman became the uncontested WR1 for Indianapolis by capturing a 25.8% target share and leading the Colts in a plethora of categories. Pittman also collected 10+ targets in five different games, which propelled him to 14th overall from Weeks 1-18 (129/8.4 per game). He also finished among the top-16 in receptions (88/5.2 per game), receiving yards (1,082/63.6 per game), yards before catch (734), and red-zone targets (16).

No other wide receivers on the Indianapolis roster exceeded 38 receptions, or 384 yards, as T. Y. Hilton was limited to career-lows in each category (23 receptions/331 yards). Pittman is positioned to retain his responsibilities as Indy’s primary option in an attack that will now be spearheaded by 15-year veteran Matt Ryan.

Thielen will re-emerge for a ninth season with Minnesota after restructuring his contract in March. He will turn 32 in August, but his responsibilities as the Vikings’ WR2 will remain intact - as will his opportunity to operate with Kirk Cousins under center. Thielen had generated a league-high 10 touchdowns from Weeks 1-12 and was 15th in targets (90/8.2 per game), 10th in red-zone targets (14), and ninth in catches of 20+ (13).

He suffered an ankle injury in Week 13, which limited him to 29 snaps during Minnesota’s remaining matchups. However, he will not be impeded by his December surgery, and the Vikings’ depth chart has remained unaltered during the offseason. This makes Thielen a viable option at his Round 8 ADP.

Smith led all rookies in targets from Weeks 1-5 (40/8.0 per game) and was averaging 7.6 targets, 4.6 receptions, and 58 yards per game from Weeks 1-7. He was also 12th in air yards (702) and 13th with a 38.1% share of air yards during those matchups.

Unfortunately, Smith’s opportunities diminished from Weeks 8-18 as the Eagles transitioned to a run-heavy approach. He averaged 5.1 targets/3.2 receptions/51 yards per game, as Jalen Hurts averaged 23.8 attempts per game and Philadelphia finished dead last in pass play percentage (48.8%).

Smith remains capable of justifying his Round 1 pedigree, even if the Eagles seize another wide receiver early in the NFL Draft. However, he must be utilized with greater frequency before he can approach numbers that will be accrued by the most productive members of his 2021 class.

 

Tier 5

Mike Williams, Darnell Mooney, Tyler Lockett, Brandin Cooks, Courtland Sutton, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Michael Thomas

The Chargers signed Williams to a three-year extension after he constructed the most prolific season of his career. His numbers were bolstered significantly by extensive usage from Weeks 1-5 when Williams averaged 10.2 targets per game. He also ascended to WR2, led the league in touchdowns (six), and was fifth in both receiving yardage (471/94.2 per game) and air yards (589) during that span.

His averages diminished to 6.1 targets/4.0 receptions/59.6 yards per game from Weeks 8-14, while he only scored once. However, he ended the season at WR12, assembled nine touchdowns. and finished among the top-15 in targets (129/9.1 per game), receiving yards (1,146/71.6 per game), and air yards (1,497). He remains one of Justin Herbert’s top two weapons which delivers your motivation to target him in Round 6.

Mooney became Chicago’s primary receiving option in 2021 while capturing a 26.7% target share. That placed him 10th among all wide receivers while he also finished inside the top-20 in receptions (81/4.8 per game), receiving yards (1,055/62.1 per game), air yards (1,480), and percentage share of air yards (34.9%). His 57.9% catch rate was a byproduct of Justin Fields’ inefficiency, as Fields finished 32nd in both completion percentage (58.9%) and bad throw percentage (21.9%).

Mooney remains affixed atop the Bears’ depth chart following the exodus of Robinson. He will continue to build chemistry with Fields while operating as the WR1 in Chicago's restructured offense.

Lockett turns 30 in September and will be encumbered by the production-inhibiting combination of a significant downgrade at quarterback and Pete Carroll’s enhanced commitment to Seattle’s ground game. Lockett did finish fourth in receptions of 20+ (22) and was fifth in catches of 40+ (seven) during 2021. He also achieved career-highs in receiving yards (1,185/73.4 per game), aDOT (14.6), yards before catch (898), yards per reception (16.1), and 100-yard performances (five). However, the departure of Wilson has created a formidable hurdle that should prevent Lockett from approaching those numbers this season. It has also provided justification for avoiding him until Round 9 of your drafts.

Cooks was the unchallenged WR1 for Houston during 2021, as he finished 12th with a career-high 134 targets (8.4 per game/26.9% share). He also collected a career-best 90 receptions (5.6 per game) and eclipsed 1,000 yards for the sixth time in seven seasons (1,037/64.8 per game). Cooks also finished at WR20 while operating in an attack that ranked 28th in passing (194.4 yards per game), and dead last in total offense (278.1 yards per game). Concerns surrounding the limitations of Houston’s attack should be outweighed by Cooks’ potential to accumulate fantasy points as the Texans’ most targeted weapon.

Sutton’s 2021 began with encouraging results, as he averaged 8.8 targets/78.5 yards per game from Weeks 1-6. He also paced the NFL in air yards (1,006) and was fourth with a 42.1% share of air yards from Weeks 1-8.

Weeks 1-8 Air Yards AY %
Courtland Sutton 1006 42.11
Terry McLaurin 947 45.27
Mike Evans 925 31.54
Marquise Brown 908 36.93
Tyreek Hill 894 36.52
D.J. Moore 889 39.69
Davante Adams 857 43.46
Cooper Kupp 848 34.74
Brandin Cooks 837 45.29
Ja'Marr Chase 789 40.07

However, his usage and production diminished significantly from Weeks 9-18 (4.0 targets/21.9 yards per game), while he also plunged to just 50th in air yards (484) and 38th with a 27.9% share of air yards.

Weeks 1-8 Targ/Gm Rec/Gm Yards/Gm
Courtland Sutton 7.8 5 72.4

 

Weeks 9-18 Targ/Gm Rec/Gm Yards/Gm
Courtland Sutton 4 2 21.9

That statistical downturn coincided with Jeudy’s Week 8 return from his protracted ankle issue. However, Sutton’s forgettable numbers should improve dramatically, as Wilson should take full advantage of his capabilities as a downfield weapon.

St. Brown was only WR62 from Weeks 1-12, with a 15.8% target share, and per-game averages of 4.7 targets/3.5 receptions/32 receiving yards. However, he skyrocketed to WR2 from Weeks 13-18, while emerging as an invaluable resource for fantasy managers during that sequence. He also vaulted to second overall in targets (67/11.2 per game) and receptions (51/8.5 per game) and was third in target share (33.5%), receiving yards (560/93.3 per game), and touchdowns (five) during those matchups.

If D'Andre Swift and T.J. Hockenson can achieve sustained health, it will impede St. Brown from replicating the numbers that he assembled during his late-season eruption. However, his production should be sufficient to justify targeting him in Round 6.

Thomas generated nine touchdowns in three of his first four seasons, as his target, reception, and yardage totals steadily improved. All of which culminated with his exceptional numbers during 2019 (185 targets/11.6), (149 receptions/9.3 per game), 1,725 yards/107.8 per game). However, there are reasons to avoid him at his ADP (62/WR23).

Thomas is now 29 and has only played in seven games since 2019. He will also resurface in an offense that has transformed since his last appearance. Sean Payton is no longer the architect of New Orleans’ attack, and Jameis Winston is now operating under center. These factors should incentivize you to manage expectations.

 

Tier 6

Robert Woods, Marquise Brown, Treylon Burks, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Brandon Aiyuk, Hunter Renfrow, Jarvis Landry, Garrett Wilson, Gabriel Davis, Chase Claypool, Rashod Bateman

Matthew Stafford’s arrival did not trigger the same statistical eruption for Woods as it did for teammate Kupp, as Woods was averaging 7.7 targets, 5.0 receptions, and 61.8 receiving yards per game from Weeks 1-9 - before experiencing a season-ending torn ACL. Woods was dispatched to Tennessee after Los Angeles signed Robinson and will operate as the WR2 in an offense that ranked just 31st in pass play percentage (51.4%). That limits Woods from consideration as anything beyond a WR3.

Brown operated with Lamar Jackson during 12 of his 17 matchups in 2021 (ankle/illness), along with a combination of Tyler Huntley and Josh Johnson during Baltimore’s remaining contests. That did not prevent him from finishing seventh in air yards (1,622), ninth in targets (146/9.1 per game/26,3% share), and eclipsing 1,000 yards for the first time in his career (1,008/63 per game). Brown can be targeted as a high-end WR3 - even though Rashod Bateman will confiscate a respectable percentage of targets.

There are divergent opinions surrounding Burks, who collected 146 receptions and assembled 2,399 yards as a three-year starter at Arkansas. Concerns emerged after he completed the 40-yard dash in 4.55 at the NFL Combine.

However, the 6’2”, 225-pound Burks remains one of the most intriguing prospects from this year’s class of wide receivers, as his size, strength, and athleticism provide the potential for him to become a difference-maker at the NFL level.

Smith-Schuster was limited to 222 snaps before a shoulder injury abruptly ended his season in Week 5. He had only been averaging a career-low 3.0 receptions and 25.8 yards per game before his injury while failing to generate a touchdown. However, he is positioned to seize a sizable role in Kansas City, where Tyreek Hill's departure has initiated a restructuring of the Chiefs’ passing attack. This makes Smith-Schuster a viable selection at his Round 7 ADP, although his outlook could be altered if KC infuses additional weapons into the equation.

Aiyuk’s snap share improved from 69% in Weeks 1-8 to 93% from Weeks 9-18. He also averaged 6.2 targets/4.3 receptions during his last 10 matchups, while vaulting to seventh in both receiving yards (685/68.5 per game) and yards after catch (303). That surge occurred during Deebo Samuel's escalated involvement as a rusher - which could diminish this season. However, Samuel’s presence should not prevent Aiyuk from outperforming the expectations of his ADP (104/WR38).

Renfrow soared to fifth among all receivers in targets from Weeks 9-14 (55/9.2 per game/24.8% share) and was second in receptions (48/8 per game) and yards after catch (226).

That sequence propelled Renfrow to WR10 from Weeks 1-18, while he finished eighth in receptions (103/6.1 per game) and 10th in Football Outsiders’ DYAR (Defense-Adjusted Yards Above Replacement). The Raiders’ offense will be altered by the arrivals of Josh McDaniels and Davante Adams, but Renfrow can still function as a WR3 for fantasy managers.

Landry averaged 149 targets, 96 receptions, and 1,086 receiving yards from 2015 to 2019. However, he finished 2021 with career lows in targets (87/7.3 per game), receptions (52/4.3 per game), receiving yards (570/47.5 per game), and touchdowns (two). Landry's status remains unclear following his release by Cleveland. His outlook would improve if he resurfaces in a favorable environment, but he is no longer a candidate to garner sizable usage or eclipse 1,000 yards.

Wilson could easily become the first wide receiver to be selected during the NFL draft, after collecting 143 receptions and accumulating 2,213 receiving yards/23 touchdowns during three collegiate seasons. His most prolific numbers were assembled in 2021, as Wilson accumulated 70 receptions, 1,058 yards, and 12 touchdowns. Wilson also ran the 40-yard dash in 4.38 at the NFL Combine, and his athleticism and burst are among the attributes that elevate his big-play potential. He should quickly develop into a valuable resource for managers.

Davis performed on 35.5% of Buffalo’s offensive snaps from Weeks 2-13 while averaging just 2.4 targets, 1.5 receptions, and 27.5 yards per game. His role expanded from Weeks 14 to 18, while his snap share skyrocketed to 87.9%.

Weeks 2-13 Targ/Gm Rec/Gm Yards/Gm AY AY% TD
Gabriel Davis 2.4 1.5 27.5 341 10.3 3

 

Weeks 14-18 Targ/Gm Rec/Gm Yards/Gm AY AY% TD
Gabriel Davis 8 4 51.8 431 34.6 3

He finished second on the team in targets (32/8.0 per game), receptions (16/4.0 per game), yardage (207/51.8 per game), and tied for the team lead in touchdowns (three). He will now enter Week 1 as the Bills’ WR2 behind Stefon Diggs.

Claypool’s snap share rose from 63% during 2020 to 80% last season. However, his receptions per game average remained stationary (3.9), while his averages in targets (6.8/7.0) and yards per game (54.6/57.3) only rose marginally. His yards after catch decreased (329/283), as did his aDOT (13.2/11.4), while his touchdown total also plummeted (9/2). His prospects of receiving more downfield opportunities should improve with Pittsburgh’s transition from Ben Roethlisberger.

Bateman underwent core-muscle surgery in August and did not emerge for his NFL debut until Week 6. He finished at WR47 from Weeks 6-18, which only placed him sixth among all rookies. Bateman’s 58.7% snap share from Weeks 6-13 did rise to 81.7% from Weeks 14-18, while he averaged 5.8 targets, 3.6 receptions, and 43.0 receiving yards per game. He should function as Baltimore’s WR2, although Brown and Mark Andrews will confiscate larger target shares.

 

Tier 7

Tyler Boyd, Christian Kirk, Drake London, Russell Gage, Tim Patrick, Chris Olave, Kadarius Toney, Corey Davis, Kenny Golladay, Van Jefferson, DeVante Parker, Jakobi Meyers, Cordarrelle Patterson

Boyd's usage remains constrained due to the collective presence of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. However, analysis that focuses on Kirk's career stats is underestimating his potential to surpass those numbers in Jacksonville.

Newcomers London and Olave will ascend into a higher tier if they surface in favorable environments, while Gage can function as Tampa Bay's WR2 until Godwin returns from his recovery. Patrick signed a three-year extension in November and remains an underrated resource in the best ball format (ADP-182/WR59).

Davis' draft position will drop if the Jets seize a receiver early in the upcoming draft, while managers who select Toney or Golladay must maintain optimism that Brian Daboll can place them in a position to expand their output. Jefferson's numbers could be suppressed by the addition of Robinson and the potential for Odell Beckham Jr. to resurface with the Rams.

Parker could join new teammate Meyers as New England's most targeted wide receivers, but Patterson's role could be drastically altered after the Falcons infuse new personnel into their offense.

 

Tiers 8-9

Jameson Williams, Michael Gallup, Rondale Moore, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Nico Collins, Curtis Samuel, Robby Anderson, Mecole Hardman,  George Pickens, Joshua Palmer, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Laviska Shenault Jr., Allen Lazard, Braxton Berrios Odell Beckham Jr., Sterling Shepard, Marquez Callaway, Cedrick Wilson, Kendrick Bourne, K.J. Osborn

The collection of wide receivers that are contained in these tiers is located from WR59-WR78 in our latest rankings. A sizable number of factors could develop that would alter their value during the offseason.



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Brett de Geus6 hours ago

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Nick Mears6 hours ago

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Sam Ehlinger6 hours ago

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Karl-Anthony Towns6 hours ago

Sits Out Tuesday's Game
Arizona Cardinals7 hours ago

Calais Campbell Returns To Arizona
Jevon Carter7 hours ago

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Dalen Terry7 hours ago

Unavailable Against Raptors
Julian Phillips7 hours ago

Out On Tuesday
Jalen Smith7 hours ago

Available Against Raptors
Lonzo Ball7 hours ago

Still Out On Tuesday
Kevin Huerter7 hours ago

Cleared For Tuesday's Matchup
Josh Giddey7 hours ago

Will Play On Tuesday
Dalano Banton7 hours ago

Starting Against The Hawks
Royce O'Neale7 hours ago

Unavailable Against Bucks
Jerami Grant7 hours ago

Out Again On Tuesday
Bradley Beal7 hours ago

Out On Tuesday
Ron Holland II7 hours ago

Tagged With A One-Game Suspension Tuesday
Anfernee Simons7 hours ago

Ruled Out Versus The Hawks
Trae Young7 hours ago

Officially Available Tuesday
Marcus Sasser8 hours ago

Suspended For One Game On Tuesday
Giannis Antetokounmpo8 hours ago

Will Play On Tuesday
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Ready For NHL Debut Tuesday
Isaiah Stewart8 hours ago

Suspended For Two Games On Tuesday
Jacob Trouba8 hours ago

Set To Rejoin Ducks Lineup Tuesday
Jonathan Kuminga8 hours ago

Ruled Out On Tuesday
Troy Terry8 hours ago

On Track To Play Tuesday
Jaylen Brown8 hours ago

Questionable Versus Miami
Jonathan Marchessault8 hours ago

Remains Out Against Blue Jackets
Alex Laferriere8 hours ago

Expected To Return On Tuesday
Luke Schenn8 hours ago

A Game-Time Decision Tuesday
Dante Fabbro9 hours ago

Returns Against Predators
Detroit Lions11 hours ago

Alim McNeill Could Miss Start Of Regular Season
Tennessee Titans11 hours ago

Justin Hardee Sr. Returning To Titans
Washington Commanders11 hours ago

Brandon Coleman Moving To Right Tackle For Commanders
Raheem Blackshear11 hours ago

Returning To Carolina
Kirk Cousins11 hours ago

Not Expected To Attend Voluntary Offseason Training
NFL12 hours ago

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Jordan Greenway12 hours ago

Remains Sidelined On Tuesday
Dallas Cowboys12 hours ago

Cowboys Willing To Make Micah Parsons The Highest-Paid Non-QB
Jordan Staal12 hours ago

Doubtful For Wednesday
Matt Roy12 hours ago

Not Traveling With Team
Josh Norris12 hours ago

Not Traveling With The Team On Tuesday
Brady Tkachuk12 hours ago

Not Playing On Tuesday
Jordan Spieth14 hours ago

Needs To Find Consistency At TPC San Antonio
Jake Knapp14 hours ago

Making First Appearance At Valero Texas Open
Michael Kim14 hours ago

Looking To Find The Magic Again In San Antonio
Tommy Fleetwood15 hours ago

Is Nearly A Must-Play At Valero Texas Open
Tony Finau15 hours ago

Hoping For Better Approach Play In San Antonio
Eric Cole15 hours ago

Trending In Right Direction Ahead Of Valero
Casey DeSmith18 hours ago

Sharp In Monday's Victory
Mason Marchment19 hours ago

Tallies Two Helpers On Monday
Adam Klapka19 hours ago

Tallies Two Points In Shootout Victory
Ivan Fedotov19 hours ago

Sharp Against Nashville
Matvei Michkov19 hours ago

Continues Hot Stretch On Monday
Luke Hughes19 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 Preece1 day ago

Has Three Straight Top-10 Finishes For First Time In His Career
NASCAR1 day ago

Bubba Wallace After Third-Place Finish At Martinsville: "What a Great Day"
Todd Gilliland1 day ago

Has Mistake-Free Day At Martinsville, Grabs Another Top-10 Finish
Brandon Moreno1 day ago

Wins Back-To-Back Fights
Steve Erceg1 day ago

Losses Third Consecutive Fight
Drew Dober1 day ago

Gets Knocked Out At UFC Mexico City
Manuel Torres1 day ago

Gets Back In The Win Column
Harry Hall1 day ago

Bounces Back In Houston Last Week
CJ Vergara1 day ago

Gets Submitted
Ryan Fox1 day ago

Showing Improvement Heading Into The Valero Texas Open
Édgar Cháirez1 day ago

Edgar Chairez Gets Submission Win At UFC Mexico City
Vince Morales1 day ago

Drops Decision At UFC Mexico City
Raul Rosas Jr.1 day ago

Gets Decision Win At UFC Mexico City
Saimon Oliveira1 day ago

Still Winless In The UFC
David Martinez1 day ago

Wins His UFC Debut
Kevin Borjas1 day ago

Earns His First UFC Win
Ronaldo Rodríguez1 day ago

Ronaldo Rodriguez Suffers His First UFC Loss
Joel Dahmen1 day ago

Scores Top-20 Finish At Texas Children's Houston Open
Jacob Bridgeman1 day 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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