With the 2023 fantasy football season approaching, analysts are weighing in on player rankings, particularly focusing on tight ends and wide receivers. Top expert rankings indicate a crowded field, but a few clear frontrunners have emerged at both quarterback and tight end to further complicate the action.
Messrs. Kiper, McShay, Brugler and Jeremiah have all released their blue-chip lists—chock-full of analysis—which tell you whom to focus on in future drafts. Trey McBride has become a star tight end, cementing the TE2 place in Lipscomb’s most recent rankings. Meanwhile, Sam LaPorta is making waves and is ranked TE4 by Moody. Conversely, Travis Kelce, a player who has had the perception of a top tight end for years, finds himself at TE6 in Karabell’s ranking.
Tight End Rankings
It’s safe to say that the tight end position has received unprecedented attention this season. Trey McBride ranking as TE2 shows that he’s becoming a significant piece in the fantasy football puzzle. So much so, that analysts are picking him to be a major factor this year, with strong potential for some high scoring ga— Hold it right there!
Sam LaPorta has left media executives positively aghast, so much so that Moody has bestowed the TE4 designation on the Lion. His talent and production numbers suggest a very high ceiling. More importantly, fantasy managers looking to improve their depth should consider him a necessity from their roster-improvement toolbox.
Another outlier in the TE rankings is George Kittle, who ranks TE3 by Cockcroft. His knack for creating the explosive play and putting points on the board makes him a valuable addition. David Njoku just behind him, taking that TE7 rank as per Yates. Meanwhile, the savvy veteran Engram rounds out our tight end slot TE8, further increasing the depth at the tight end position.
Mark Andrews, usually a mainstay in the top 5, falls to TE9 in Yates’ rankings. Even with this ranking, going by his history, he’s one that’s likely to do way better than people are anticipating as the season goes on.
Wide Receiver Rankings
The wide receiver landscape is equally compelling, with Ja’Marr Chase taking the lead as WR1 according to Bowen’s analysis. His explosive playmaking ability makes him one of the most exciting targets for fantasy managers this year. Just a step behind him is Garrett Wilson, currently WR3 in the NFL at this moment, who has been stellar in his recent outings.
Third-round pick Puka Nacua has already created quite the buzz with his WR4 rank by Moody laying the groundwork for a possible breakout rookie season. At times, analysts gushed over his performances, projecting big things for the Penn State star while on the field.
Smith is the WR5 on the season, providing a clear picture of the consistent production we’ve seen from him in recent years. His route running and catching ability should make him a reliable enough flex option in fantasy lineups.
Rome Odunze WR4 Returning Jr Tied for fourth in the WR class overall, Rome Odunze’s staying power is something that is becoming increasingly infectious. Moody’s ranking of Jerry Jeudy as WR34 is one to question. Most draftniks are of the opinion that the Denver wideout is going too low in drafts right now.
Key Insights and Undervalued Players
Marvin Harrison Jr.
, lauded by Cockcroft as a generational talent, has kept the interest going. His ability to change games early on in his career has the chance to deliver a big jackpot for whoever picks him.With draft season fast approaching, parsing through these rankings will be important for managers aiming to put together their own competitive roster. Obviously these two positions (tight end and wide receiver) are loaded with opportunities for shrewd selections. Choose wisely and you might propel yourself to victory all season long!
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