So I’ve been doing my yearly run of Mock Drafts (all 12-teamers) and have come to a startling realization. In my opinion, the depth at WR this season isn’t where it’s been in recent years. Traditionally, in 12-team non-Superflex PPR leagues, I’d recommend having at least 2 solid WRs by the end of Round 7 because great values at WR could be had in Rounds 8 and 9. I’m talking about guys that have a solid floor and the ability to stand out in any given week. This year, I am afraid that is just not the case.
In the Mock Drafts I have done this season, I’ve been really disappointed in the guys that are sitting there. Most have a nice little name value but any upside is severely limited by either recent injury history, too many mouths to feed, or an offense that traditionally struggles to support a solid WR3 or even a solid WR2. These are the players I am seeing being taken in Rounds 8, 9 and 10:
Kadarius Toney
Michael Thomas
Brandin Cooks
Juju Smith-Schuster
Zay Flowers
Quentin Johnston
Gabe Davis
Courtland Sutton
Rashod Bateman
Elijah Moore
Odell Beckham
Jameson Williams
Allen Lazard
This list does nothing to excite me. Do I really want to count on any of these guys to be my WR3??? Certainly NOT. In fact, if I had to say anything nice about any of them, my first thought is the image of Jim Carrey saying “So you’re saying there’s a chance…”.
If you’ve ever read anything I have put out, my primary objective is always to eliminate as much risk as possible. I think this year, I’m looking to adjust my recommended draft strategy to make sure I get my hands on 3 solid WRs by the end of Round 7. I can handle any of the above guys as my WR4 but excuse me if I throw up in my mouth a little at the thought of one having to replace my WR2 due to an injury!
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Laterz!
~ Madman