NFC East Team Previews

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First up is the NFC East…

Team Previews are written by Mike Johnson

DALLAS COWBOYS

Coaching/Philosophy/Scheme Changes ::

Offense: Head coach Mike McCarthy will return for his fifth season with the Cowboys and is very involved with the Cowboys offense, who became one of the top passing games in the league last season after their bye week.

Defense: Dan Quinn has left town to become the head coach of the Commanders. He is replaced by former Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer as the Cowboys defensive coordinator.

Major Personnel Changes ::

Dak Prescott returns as the Cowboys starting quarterback, coming off a career year in 2023 but entering the final year of his contract.

Tony Pollard has left town and Ezekiel Elliott is back. Rico Dowdle and Deuce Vaughn are currently the other top options for Dallas at the position.

Ceedee Lamb finished third in the NFL in offensive Player of the Year voting in 2023. He led all wide receivers in fantasy scoring and is primed for another massive year.

Brandin Cooks is the clear WR2 for Dallas, while TE Jake Ferguson should have a huge role as well.

After that, Jalen Tolbert and Kavontae Turpin should have opportunities now that Michael Gallup is out of town, and second-year tight end Luke Schoonmaker should also get some opportunities, with the potential to be a difference maker should Ferguson ever miss time.

Schedule ::

Divisional Games (6)::

WAS x2, NYG x2, PHI x2

NFC South (4)::

@ CAR, @ ATL, vs. TB, vs. NO

AFC North (4)::

@ CLE, @ PIT, vs. BAL, vs. CIN

Other (3)::

@ SF, vs. DET, vs. HOU

Bull Case ::

Dallas started last season staying true to Mike McCarthy’s word and focusing on building around their running game and defense. After a shaky start to the year, however, Dallas emerged from their Week 7 bye with a clear change in approach and simply let Dak Prescott cook. Dallas was near the top of the league in Pass Rate Over Expectation from Week 8 through the end of the season, while Dak Prescott led all QBs in fantasy scoring during that stretch, and Jake Ferguson was the TE6. Meanwhile, superstar wide receiver Ceedee Lamb was the top WR in the league for the entirety of the season. Dallas clearly embraced this identity, and despite a quick playoff exit, they are unlikely to wind things back in 2024 after having such a high degree of success.

The Cowboys defense was able to beat up on weaker opponents last year, but was exposed by stronger ones. They play a “first place” schedule this year, which should push them a bit more, especially since their defense is likely to take a step back due to losses in free agency and a change in defensive coordinator. A clear identity built around fast tempo and aggressive passing that should only be amplified due to their lack of investment in their running game will combine with a potentially less potent defense to make Dallas a hotbed for shootouts. Dallas also moved on from Michael Gallup, and his snaps should be replaced by younger, more explosive weapons on the perimeter. All the pieces are in place for the Cowboys offense to pick up right where they left off.

Bear Case ::

A few areas of concern for the Cowboys::

The Cowboys have some elite talent in the passing game, but there is also some uncertainty around their top players as Dak Prescott and Ceedee Lamb enter the final year of their contracts, and Dallas has not mentioned contract extensions. These situations can sometimes deteriorate as the season draws closer and lead to “hold-ins”, disrupted chemistry, and increased chance for injury down the line.

Dallas lost two starters on the offensive line, including Pro Bowl center Tyler Biadasz. Losing a center can be a big deal as they are in charge of a lot of communication and organization for the unit. They also lost all-pro tackle Tyron Smith. While they did draft two linemen in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft, sometimes it takes a bit for players at those positions to adjust.

Mike Zimmer’s defensive scheme is less aggressive and more “solid” than Dan Quinn’s. This will likely result in fewer takeaways (and resulting short fields for the Dallas offense) while also giving up fewer plays to Dallas opponents – meaning their drives will be longer and more drawn out. This could lead to a decrease in play volume and more tight, close games and less uptempo shootouts.

Expectations/Takeaways ::

The Cowboys have the same coaching staff and the same key players on offense that they had in 2023 when they found a great deal of success in the second half of the year. We shouldn’t expect them to change much in their approach, as their offseason decisions have shown they aren’t prioritizing the running back position and will carry over last season’s approach::

Dak Prescott’s early ADP is one of the bigger head-scratchers in the industry, as he is being drafted in the 7th round as the QB9 despite leading the position once Dallas committed to an aggressive philosophy. He is a screaming “buy” at this point.

Ceedee Lamb is the top player in my rankings and should never make it past the 3rd pick under any circumstances.

In the Cowboys backfield, if their draft positions stay cheap, then all of Ezekiel Elliott, Rico Dowdle, and Deuce Vaughn deserve some consideration. I prefer Dowdle, especially if the signing of Elliott depresses his ADP.

Jake Ferguson scored double-digit PPR points in 8 of 12 games after the Cowboys bye, including a 37.3-point outburst against the Packers in their playoff game. He is the clear second option in an elite passing game with a lot of room for “profit” from his current 8th-round draft position.

After a slow start to his time in Dallas, Brandin Cooks also scored double-digit PPR points in 8 of 12 games after the Cowboys bye and had a game of 30+ points, showcasing his ceiling. The clear WR2 for an elite offense and a guy who still has it (last season was his highest yards per target since 2020), Cooks is a terrific pick at his current 12th-round draft cost.

One of Kavontae Turpin or Jalen Tolbert is going to have a big role for Dallas this season as their WR3. Whoever wins that job is going to post some usable games. Tolbert is my favorite and is a priority 19th or 20th-round pick on teams that need to add WR depth.

Mid-August Update ::

Dak Prescott still does not have a contract extension and there is a real possibility that this will be his last year with the team. Meanwhile, CeeDee Lamb also does not have a contract beyond this season. The price tags for both players have only gone up over the last few months thanks to the massive deals other players at their positions have received.

Brandin Cooks and Jake Ferguson are still clearly the next two options in the passing game after Lamb.

There have been strong reports out of camp for wide receivers Jalen Tolbert and Jalen Brooks. Tolbert should be the #3 WR and Brooks could have some spike weeks if/when one of the top-3 WRs misses action.

Kavontae Turpin appears to be set for a very low-volume role with some gadget plays drawn up for him from time to time.

The backfield work is still projected to be handled by Ezekiel Elliott and Rico Dowdle. The Cowboys made some waves by talking up veteran Royce Freeman, who could factor in the mix at some point. It is my belief that Dowdle’s youth and explosiveness in the receiving game will separate him from the others once the real games start.

NEW YORK GIANTS

Coaching/Philosophy/Scheme Changes ::

Offense: Offensive minded head coach Brian Daboll returns for his third season with the Giants and Mike Kafka is also returning as their offensive coordinator.

Defense: Shane Bowen enters his first season as the Giants defensive coordinator after serving in the same role for the Tennessee Titans from 2021-23.

Personnel Changes ::

Daniel Jones tore his ACL in October of 2023, but the Giants didn’t add any major QBs through free agency, trades, or the draft – leaving Jones as the Giants starter for this year.

Saquon Barkley has left town, and the top options in the Giants backfield will be free agent acquisition Devin Singletary and second-year running back Eric Gray.

Malik Nabers, the 6th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, immediately becomes the alpha wide receiver this offense desperately needs.

After Nabers, there are several players who will be in the mix for a role in the Giants WR room. Jalin Hyatt and Wan’Dale Robinson have been Day 2 draft picks in 2023 and 2022, respectively, and have shown flashes of ability. Darius Slayton and Isaiah Hodgins are veterans who have produced at varying levels and could still carve out a role.

Tight end Darren Waller reportedly plans to retire, but has not made it official and would be walking away from a lot of money if he does. Daniel Bellinger will likely be their starter if Waller does not return.

Schedule ::

Divisional Games (6)::

PHI x2, WAS x2, DAL x2

NFC South (4)::

@ ATL, @ CAR, vs. TB, vs. NO

AFC North (4)::

@ PIT, @ CLE, vs. BAL, vs. CIN

Other (3)::

@ SEA, vs. IND, vs. MIN

Bull Case ::

The Giants were due for a regression in 2023, and things took just about every wrong turn they could for them as they struggled to duplicate the prior year’s magic. However, in 2024, they enter a season of change after losing offensive centerpiece Saquon Barkley and gaining elite receiving prospect Malik Nabers. While the loss of Barkley would seem to be a negative, it somewhat forces the Giants hand to raise their pass rate and utilize their young receiving weapons. Brian Daboll was in Buffalo during the early part of Josh Allen’s career and put together an offense that built around Allen’s ability to run while spreading the field to give him manageable throws. A similar situation could be in store for the 2024 Giants, with Nabers filling the “Stefon Diggs” role as the elite, alpha, target hog and the other Giants WRs (Robinson, Hyatt, Slayton) stepping into ancillary roles like Cole Beasley, Emmanuel Sanders, and Gabe Davis did for the Bills.

The NFC East is loaded with explosive offenses, as the Eagles and Cowboys have a proven track record of success, and Washington added Jayden Daniels this offseason. Those divisional games could be a breeding ground for shootouts. Meanwhile, the Giants also benefit from drawing the weak NFC South for four games this season. The pendulum continues to swing back and forth for the Giants as they dealt with a very tough schedule in 2023 but now benefit from an easier one. The combination of an opened-up offensive philosophy and a softer schedule could really turn the Giants into a fun offense at discount prices, like the early years of Josh Allen with the Bills.

Bear Case ::

It’s not hard to find the concerns for this Giants team for 2024::

A quarterback with a history of inconsistency since returning from a major knee injury.

Lack of talent in the running game and an offensive line that ranked 30th in PFF run blocking grade in 2023.

Relying on an unproven rookie to carry the load for the offense without a superstar QB to make his life easy.

Complete uncertainty among the ancillary pieces of the passing game. Relying on veteran “journeymen” and young players with consistency and durability concerns can be a recipe for disaster.

Expectations/Takeaways ::

The Giants offense is likely to perform better than they did in 2023 but not as well as they did in 2022. A lot will depend on how well Daniel Jones bounces back from his ACL injury and how quickly Daboll can adjust to life without Saquon Barkley. Frankly, of the three Giants teams that Daboll has coached, this year’s team most closely resembles the personnel that Daboll had in Buffalo with a dual-threat QB, one stud WR, and some other serviceable ones, and only moderate talent in the running game. It wouldn’t shock me for the Giants to throw at a higher rate this year than they have since Daboll got there as he adjusts to his personnel::

Daniel Jones is one year removed from finishing as the QB9 and now has the best WR he has ever played with at his disposal while likely having the highest pass rate of his career. His current ADP is the last projected starting QB to go off the board, making him a terrific value with loads of room for upside.

Devin Singletary performed admirably as the lead back for the Texans down the stretch of 2023, and his familiarity with Daboll and lack of competition in the backfield should give him a great chance to seize control of a big workload. I really like the idea of pairing Jones and Singletary together as a cheap way to corner the production for a potentially underrated offense.

I really, really like Malik Nabers as a prospect. That being said, his current ADP near the 2/3 turn is a bit rich for a rookie on a team with a questionable offensive environment. Whereas Singletary and Jones are priced near the low end of their range of outcomes, Nabers is priced near his ceiling. I’m definitely not “fading” him, but he’ll be more of a guy who I take when he falls past his ADP rather than actively targeting ahead of it.

It will be interesting to see how it plays out with the “other” Giants WRs. My expectation is that Wan’Dale Robinson wins the slot role while Jalin Hyatt and Darius Slayton rotate a bit in the other perimeter role. Slayton was better in 2023, but the Giants need to get a look at Hyatt for the future and see if they can turn his explosiveness into a weapon. All of them are solid bets on the Giants, exceeding expectations and increasing their pass rate.

Darren Waller hasn’t officially retired and would be passing up on $12 million if he walks away. I kind of like him as a last-round dart throw in the early draft window.

Daniel Bellinger would be an interesting tight end option if he does indeed become the Giants starter.

Mid-August Update ::

Daniel Jones is currently the QB1 but has looked mediocre at best to start camp as he returns from his ACL injury. It is fair to wonder if/when Drew Lock, who’s dealing with a hip injury going into the second preseason game, gets a chance considering the inconsistency Jones has shown throughout his career.

Devin Singletary is reportedly the clear-cut leader in the Giants backfield, as a trusted veteran with experience in Brian Daboll’s offense. Several other young players (notably Eric Gray and Tyrone Tracy) will vie for the backup RB role in New York and could be given opportunities down the road if the Giants are struggling in the wins column.

Malik Nabers looks every bit the part of an elite NFL wide receiver. Fast, physical, competitive, and with elite ball skills – QB play is seemingly the only thing that can hold him back. It is not hard to envision 150+ targets for Nabers in Year 1.

Darren Waller retired and Daniel Bellinger is not anything special as a player, which makes rookie Theo Johnson an intriguing 20th-round dart throw as his coaches continue to heap praise on him.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES

Coaching/Philosophy/Scheme Changes ::

Offense: Nick Sirianni, an offensive-minded head coach, returns for his fourth season with the Eagles. He brought in Kellen Moore as his offensive coordinator to hopefully fix things after the Eagles fell apart at the end of 2023.

Defense: The Eagles defense was a mess in 2023, ranking 29th in DVOA a year after making the Super Bowl. They brought in respected veteran defensive coordinator Vic Fangio to get them back on track and addressed their leaky secondary through free agency and the draft.

Personnel Changes ::

Jalen Hurts returns as one of the premier dual-threat QBs in the NFL.

In the backfield, D’Andre Swift is gone and has been replaced by superstar RB Saquon Barkley. This gives Philadelphia the most dynamic backfield in the league.

The Eagles drafted Will Shipley out of Clemson in the 4th round. Shipley should emerge as the RB2 for the Eagles and have a ton of value should Barkley ever miss time.

The Eagles return their top three receiving options in wide receivers AJ Brown and Devonta Smith as well as tight end Dallas Goedert. Brown and Smith both received new contracts this offseason, with Brown becoming the highest paid WR in the NFL.

Veterans Parris Campbell and Devante Parker will battle 5th-round rookie Ainias Smith for the WR3 role.

All-pro center Jason Kelce retired, leaving the Eagles with big shoes to fill but still having one of the better offensive lines in the league.

Schedule ::

Divisional Games (6)::

WAS x2, NYG x2, DAL x2

NFC South (4)::

vs. CAR, vs. ATL, @ TB, @ NO

AFC North (4)::

vs. PIT, vs. CLE, @ CIN, @ BAL

Other (3)::

@ LAR, vs. JAX, @ GB

Bull Case ::

The Eagles were on a roll with a 10-1 record to start last season before everything fell apart. They went 1-5 to finish the regular season and were embarrassed by the Bucs in the Wild Card round of the playoffs, leading to some major changes within the organization.

That being said, Saquon Barkley is a game-changing talent, and his addition could spark the Eagles offense in a similar way to what happened when they added AJ Brown two years ago. They now have a top-tier talent at QB, RB, and WR….along with two more high-end players in Devonta Smith and Dallas Goedert. The Eagles are most potent when playing with a lead and they have the ability to make defenses pay for keying on Hurts and the running game, while adding Barkley will allow them to make teams pay for giving them openings underneath. The Eagles have a schedule filled with teams they can run the score up on and offenses who could keep pace and push them into shootouts. This combination creates a situation where they could have a lot of games where they put up a lot of points. Their personnel also is built in a way where we have a pretty good idea where the production is going to come from – Brown and Smith will combine for over 50% of the targets, with Goedert and Barkley also taking a big chunk and probably 10% or less going to the “other” guys. Meanwhile, Barkley should take on a true workhorse role out of the backfield rather than the timeshares they’ve operated with in recent years. A potentially high-scoring offense with difference-makers across the board and condensed usage is a fantasy gold mine. Being able to “buy low” on most of them is just a cherry on top.

Bear Case ::

We saw the “Bear Case” for the Eagles on full display in the last seven games of 2023, with predictable and vanilla play calling and a lack of explosiveness. Jalen Hurts didn’t look quite right down the stretch, and their lack of a consistent third option in the passing game became an issue. Likewise, their leaky defense put them in some tough spots as they fell behind and became predictable far too often.

It is entirely possible that the NFL has “figured out” Jalen Hurts to a certain extent, and his best days are behind him. Losing Jason Kelce at center also hurts their offensive line and reduces the likely effectiveness of the “Tush Push” that has become a staple to their offensive success. The Eagles still don’t have a great threat at WR3, and their big offseason investment in a star running back is one that rarely pays off in free agency. There were a lot of red flags in the Eagles offense at the end of last season, and it is impossible to ignore them all. They certainly have elite talent at the top of their roster, but the stark drop-off behind those players makes them susceptible to another bottoming-out situation if injuries rear their heads again.

Expectations/Takeaways ::

We saw two extremes from the Eagles offense in 2023, and this year, they will look to stabilize things and bounce back from their rough finish. This will be their best group of skill players in the Jalen Hurts era and Hurts should be back to full strength after appearing to be hobbled late in the year in 2023. My thoughts on each relevant player::

Jalen Hurts took a step back in 2023 but was still the QB2 in both total points and points per game. He is now being drafted about a round and a half later than he was last year and makes sense as a solid pick who can lock down elite production for you at the position if you don’t like the other options on the board early in the 4th round.

Saquon Barkley is an elite talent who is playing in the best offense of his career. I’ll target him in the mid to late second round of some drafts and don’t hate the idea of pairing him with one of AJ Brown or Devonta Smith as a bet on the Eagles offense bouncing back in a big way.

AJ Brown is one of a huge group of WRs that project very similarly at the 1st/2nd round turn of drafts. He has finished top-6 at the position in both seasons with the Eagles and is a solid bet to do the same in 2024.

I am absolutely buying the two-round discount on Devonta Smith and Dallas Goedert from where they were drafted in 2023.

Mid-August Update ::

Jalen Hurts is on track for another great season and the passing game will be centered around A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, with tight end Dallas Goedert the next-highest priority target if he can stay healthy.

Perhaps the biggest “news” out of Eagles camp for their offense is how new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is moving Brown and Smith around the formation. This is a positive development after their stagnant approach with little formational creativity and limited motion concepts led to their offense stalling in the second half of 2023.

The Eagles’ third WR role appears likely to be a mix of Parris Campbell (groin) and rookie Johnny Wilson. They are two very different players with different skill sets and will likely each be used in specific situations.

Saquon Barkley is about to play with the best offense of his career and it sounds as if he is healthy.

Barkley missed a practice for personal reasons and Will Shipley and Kenneth Gainwell split the first-team reps. This will be one of the most important situations to watch during August, as Barkley’s history of injuries and the likely output of this offense makes the RB2 role highly valuable in all formats.

WASHINGTON COMMANDERS

Coaching/Philosophy/Scheme Changes ::

Offense: Kliff Kingsbury was brought in to replace Eric Bienemy as the offensive coordinator for Washington after a year away from the game.

Defense: The Commanders hired Dan Quinn as their head coach, and they will almost certainly take on his defensive philosophy and identity.

Personnel Changes ::

Washington drafted dynamic, Heisman-winning QB Jayden Daniels with the #2 overall pick in the NFL Draft. He will be handed the keys from day 1. Marcus Mariota will be his backup.

Free agent acquisition RB Austin Ekeler will split backfield work with Brian Robinson. The nature of this backfield will be one to monitor as we get closer to the season.

Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson will be the clear top WR options for Washington this season. Dyami Brown and third round pick Luke McCaffrey will have an offseason battle for the WR3 role.

The Commanders will have a battle this offseason between veteran Zach Ertz, returning young prospect Cole Turner, and second round rookie Ben Sinnott for their starting tight end position.

Schedule ::

Divisional Games (6)::

PHI x2, NYG x2, DAL x2

NFC South (4)::

vs. CAR, vs. ATL, @ TB, @ NO

AFC North (4)::

vs. CLE, vs. PIT, @ BAL, @ CIN

Other (3)::

@ ARI, vs. TEN, vs. CHI

Bull Case ::

We don’t have to think very hard to imagine a world where a dynamic young quarterback with high draft capital comes into Washington and sets their offense on fire with his dual-threat ability. Just over a decade ago, we had a very similar situation with Robert Griffin III compared to what Jayden Daniels is walking into this year. Daniels won the Heisman Trophy last season and is a polished and experienced player entering the league. While his elevated age for a rookie can be used as a negative when evaluating him, he should also be much more ready to transition into the NFL than many other QBs who declare early. Daniels is a dynamic athlete who can throw the ball to all levels of the field and makes explosive plays with his legs, as he led the NCAA in yards per carry last year. Everything starts with him.

As for weapons, Daniels has two talented perimeter receivers, Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson. Both Dotson and McLaurin moved around the formation a lot under Eric Bienemy, making them dynamic chess pieces that new offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury can get creative with to create free releases and one-on-one matchups. The backfield weapons for Daniels are also highly intriguing, with veteran Austin Ekeler being a high-end receiving weapon at the position and Brian Robinson getting better each year so far in his career. Luke McCaffrey and Ben Sinnott give Washington a couple of young players to let grow with Daniels early in their careers as well. Dynamic, dual-threat QBs like Daniels are dominating the league these days, and he could fit perfectly in Kingsbury’s spread scheme with viable weapons around him. He has game-breaking ability and can raise up the players around him.

Bear Case ::

While Daniels is explosive and has incredible talent, he also puts his body on the line consistently and has a very slight frame. Looking at how quickly Anthony Richardson’s aggressive running style landed him on IR last season, it is easy to see how things could go sideways for Daniels – who is roughly 40 pounds lighter than Richardson. That is the number one threat to Washington’s offense being rejuvenated.

The second area of concern comes from their choice of their new offensive coordinator. Kingsbury is known for his offensive prowess, but the reality is that much of his time running the show for the Cardinals (his only time leading an NFL offense) was disappointing. His offense became known as the “horizontal raid” due to the lack of downfield attacking and quick passing concepts that spread defenses but were actually very conservative. Arizona played at an elevated tempo but utilized motion at a very low rate and was not very creative with its formations or personnel groupings. Perhaps he has adjusted his approach or will be more aggressive with Daniels than he was with Kyler Murray, but nonetheless, it is concerning that he has thrown water on a situation similar to that of a highly touted quarterback before.

Finally, Washington’s skill corps feels a bit fragile. We have seen running back performance fall off a cliff plenty of times before, and Austin Ekeler appeared to lose a step in 2023. Now, entering his age-29 season, it is hard to trust that we will get anything close to vintage Ekeler. Tying the receiving corps to the concerns about Kingsbury, McLaurin, and Dotson are not quick-twitch types of players who create early route separation from their defenders on a consistent basis. Both are better in the intermediate and downfield areas, meaning that if Kingsbury tries to put a square peg in a round hole, there could be struggles. Finally, there has to be some concern with Sinnott and McCaffrey being the third and fourth options (theoretically) among the WR/TE group. Both are solid prospects, but they are going to need to figure things out quickly.

Expectations/Takeaways ::

The Commanders are a fun evaluation for 2024, with a wide range of outcomes and a lot of ingredients to cook, with Daniels potentially acting as the spark to ignite the fire. Washington benefits from a “last place” schedule and matchups with a weak NFC South, which makes it feasible for them to flirt with a winning record this season. My expectations for their key skill players are as follows::

Jayden Daniels is very similar to what we saw from Anthony Richardson last year. He is very likely to be a huge asset in fantasy for as long as he can stay healthy, but he plays a style that puts him in harm’s way often.

Ekeler and Robinson are both going in the 100 to 120 range of drafts at the time of this writing. Assuming Washington’s offense has some success, either both of them are going to be “fine” for their price tags, or one of them is going to smash their expectations.

I am smashing the button on McLaurin and Dotson at their respective ADP’s (59th and 142nd). Talented players with dynamic QB play, I’m not overthinking it.

Luke McCaffrey is a very exciting late round dart throw. His skill set would seem to be likely to help him find a niche in Kingsbury’s scheme, and there is a glaring hole for another pass catcher.

I’m probably not chasing the Washington tight-end situation, at least until August, when we get more concrete evidence of what they plan to do at the position and how much they will even use it. The lack of talent/clarity at the tight end position is a big part of why I am so high on the WRs.

Mid-August Update ::

Jayden Daniels is getting comfortable in his new surroundings and we are hearing good things about his performance to start training camp. He’s the unquestioned QB1 with a strong rushing profile.

Austin Ekeler and Brian Robinson are currently operating in tandem as one of the better RB duos in the league and one that may be a bit underrated. After a down year where he battled injuries, Ekeler looks fresh and more explosive so far in camp. Meanwhile, Robinson is also looking strong and showing improvement in his receiving game.

Terry McLaurin has connected with Daniels several times to start camp and should benefit from the best QB play of his career.

Zach Ertz seems to be in control of the TE position for the Commanders and the coaches keep raving about his ability in the red zone. He is an intriguing late-round target, especially in ½ PPR formats that give more value to TDs.