August 15th, 2017
Tuesday Night Edition
This Week on the Cover
Sleeper or Bust
Fantasy drafts are in full swing, studs are being taken at the top, Ezekiel Elliott is falling, and rookie running backs seem to be on the rise.
Even with all of that, navigating through this year’s fantasy drafts will present many challenges even for the most savvy owner and experienced fantasy player.
The biggest challenge will be finding those hidden gems (fantasy sleepers), while trying to avoid the big disappointments (bust) that await every fantasy draft.
Some of the names at the top of this years list will include the Steelers 3rd year wide receiver Martavis Bryant. He’s shown the flash, but has had trouble staying on the field. He’ll be a risky selection no matter where taken, but offers huge upside and a big payoff if and when he returns to the field.
Another similar draft selection is the Redskins wideout Terrelle Pryor. He’s currently going in as early as the 3rd round and coming off a successful 2016 campaign (77 receptions, 1,007 yards receiving, 4 touchdowns on 140 targets), he has tremendous value. This season he’s in line as the team’s number 1A-1B receiver and has the potential of finishing as a top 15 receiver this season.
Other names that fall into this group, while they are names we know, in new situations there are many questions that abound; running backs Marshawn Lynch, Adrian Peterson, and Jamaal Charles. All could surprise and payoff in the end, but when to take these guys will depend on what you are willing to risk.
Remember, the earlier you take these names, the higher the expectation. So drafters proceed with caution and good luck.
That’s My Take.
~David Ortega
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