NFL Week 13 Dynasty Detour

Dynasty Take: Tonges catching strays, yes, I know. At least he’s getting catches (thanks, George Kittle). But this is ALL about Davante Adams, someone who is returning to vintage form. As I write this, Adams is WR6 on the season, yet KeepTradeCut values him at WR28. To those who bought him as contenders: you win. If you’re not in immediate contention, it goes without saying you should probably sell now (if your trade window is open). Adams turns 33 this month. I’d be willing to pay up to a late first for him (I think he’s got a little more value than just this season).

Dynasty Take: I really don’t know what to make of Pierce this season. The 2022 second-round pick is really blossoming in his 4th NFL season with Daniel Jones under center. He leads the Colts in receiving and is posting a respectable 11.4 PPR PPG. That said, I wonder if long-term this Colts offense will be able to sustain this level of production. Pierce is at best 3rd on the touches pecking order behind Taylor and Pittman. And we have to expect that Tyler Warren will continue to ascend. He will be a free agent this offseason, so this is something owners should monitor. Conversely, Justin Jefferson is not having his best season. But I think this QB crisis is overblown. IMO, you cannot sell Jefferson on the basis of JJ McCarthy’s very slow start. Jefferson is 26.5 years old and still has many amazing days ahead.

Dynasty Take: Not the rookie TEs I expected. Both Fannin Jr. and Taylor are on AWFUL offenses. The difference is Fannin is the top receiver on his team. He leads the Browns in receptions, yards, and touchdowns (tied). For that reason, he’s my biggest buy in dynasty. He will stand to benefit from a new QB next season. I’m easily paying a late first for him. Taylor… I’m not sold on.

Dynasty Take: Rice has been fantastic since his return. And he is averaging a stellar 21.8 PPR PPG. The guy is just 25.6 years old and is Patrick Mahomes’ top target (since his return). He’s currently ranked WR10 on KTC. In case you’re curious, he’s our consensus WR8.

Dynasty Take: The Panthers just had an awesome win against the Rams (the team I was thinking was the best team in the NFL). Dowdle has cooled off a bit in recent weeks, with just one game out of the last 4 weeks over 3.25 YPC. Chuba Hubbard in that span has had all 4 games over 4.6 YPC. And this week Hubbard had a massive jump in carries to 17. Looks like the Panthers will be riding the hot hand going forward. I wouldn’t be thrilled to be an owner of either of these guys.

Dynasty Take: This is not just an excuse to talk about one of my favorite players, Kraft YAC & Cheese. I promise. I mostly want to talk about Jordan Love and his pass-catching weapons. I’m not really sure Love can be a fantasy kingmaker. This offense is so spread out in terms of distribution of opportunities. Wicks just had the game of his life. Doubs has been their most consistent receiver. Watson has been great coming back from injury, but how long can we count on him? Reed and Golden are returning soon from injury and should have a role. The Pack will have a lot of decisions to make this offseason. I’ll be staying away, with the exception of Kraft.