Our Consensus Top Dynasty WRs (13-24)

We just did Our Consensus Top 12 Dynasty WRs last week. But the Detourists had one question on their minds… who’s next? By popular demand, we’re taking a look at our consensus top 13-24 WRs and why guys have risen and fallen with just over half the season down. Let’s hit the Detour.

🔮 Top Dynasty Wide Receiver Rankings (13-24)

Our favorite receivers in the game and our reasons why are in last weeks 1-12 WR Rankings here. But here is where things get interesting…13-24 coming at ya!

13. Nico Collins

Age: 26.6 years | High: 11 (Jesse) | Low: 16 (Tommy)

How much of Collins’ breakout and viability as a fantasy asset has to do with his accompanying franchise quarterback? If last week was a sign of anything, it may be that Stroud’s slight regression from his stellar rookie year has impacted Nico’s reputation more than anything else. Collins had his first WR1 (WR9 in .5 PPR) finish in 2023 during that rookie season where, especially down the stretch, he became a machine. In his last 6 full games of that season, Collins had 4 WR1 finishes including 3 in the Top 6. He continued that hot streak into a blazing start to 2024, where he quickly accumulated 489 yards over the course of 4 weeks, and an injury derailed his chance to win the WR crown. We now enter 2025, where since that moment, Collins has continued to showcase a dip in production from his heights in 2023-2024 and, more worryingly, has been unable to stay on the field consistently. He is still the biggest weapon on a Houston offense that has not quite put it together. If they do, I am sure a 10-target-a-game, end-zone threat will rise up dynasty rankings. - Dynasty Detour John

14. Rome Odunze

Age: 23.4 years | High: 12 (Ryan) | Low: 17 (John)

Even though he may have looked more like Rome 0-dunze the other week, this season has been nothing but impressive from the second-year wideout. In terms of straight metrics, not much has changed for Rome on a rate basis, his average depth of target and catch% remain relatively unchanged. The difference has been more of a change in opportunity, and that comes from a big jump in routes ran. Last year, Rome Odunze was playing second fiddle to DJ Moore, as Moore took up about 28% of the target share and was the focal point of the offense. Rome has taken that spot, now seeing 24% of targets in this offense which has been much improved under Ben Johnson’s reign. He is also being treated much more seriously by defenses, with an extra bit of cushion provided, which has allowed him to increase his separation generation from last season. These are the types of improvements you hope to see from a 2nd-year WR, especially when it is accompanied by a jump in the QB play. Rome and Caleb could become an iconic duo in Chicago. If Caleb is going to become the first Bears QB to pass 4000 passing yards, you can be sure Rome will be heavily involved in this high-powered offense. - Dynasty Detour John

15. Brian Thomas Jr.

Age: 23.1 years | High: 12 (Jesse) | Low: 16 (John)

If we had made this ranking at the start of the year, I would have had BTJ in my top 5 fantasy receivers. I know that might sound crazy (and I can promise you, it definitely feels crazy) but I saw so much promise last year and with Liam Cohen taking the reins, I thought this Jags offense would light the league up. Add in some spacing on the field with Brenton Strange (injured), Travis Hunter (injured), and Parker Washington (dog), and I thought Trevor Lawerence would be able to pick apart defenses. I just did not expect this sort of regression from BTJ. Last season, when you look at metrics like target share, separation, YAC, and catch percentage, Thomas was in the same tier as some of the league's elite receivers, very comparable to Ceedee, JJ, and fellow rookie Malik Nabers. Not to mention he finished 3rd in the league in receiving yards and added 10 touchdowns. This season has been nothing short of a disaster, with drops galore (plummeting by 15%), injuries, and just lethargic play when you watch him on the field. It honestly speaks to his talent that we have him this high. I hope this is not the direction his career continues in because he has the potential to be one of the best in the game, and once he harnesses that feeling from last year, he could fly up these rankings. - Dynasty Detour John

16. Ladd McConkey

Age: 24 years | High: 14 (Ryan) | Low: 17 (Jesse)

Five weeks into the season, people were starting to question the pecking order of the Chargers WR room. QJ had come out of nowhere and rattled off two top 7 WR fantasy performances while Keenan Allen, even though he probably could not beat Vita Vea in a straight away, was still routing people up to the tune of 3 straight top 15 performances to start the year. Ladd could not even crack the top 20, having 3 performances below double digits. But maybe, this is just his way of doing things, as he started off last year in an eerily similar fashion before capping off the season as the last WR1, finishing 12th in PPR points (right where he sits this season too…). Although the fantasy production has picked back up, Ladd is definitely in the midst of a bit of a sophomore slump. Although his target share has not changed much, his catch rate, which was 13th in the league last year amongst WRs, has taken a nose dive. The slot guys are supposed to be reliable and create yards off of shorter throws. For Ladd, this season has seen a complete regression across the board, seeing his average depth of target go down, his YAC go down, xYAC go down, and is dropping more balls than ever. He may still end up finishing this season in WR1 discussions, but hopefully some of the regression is just an anomaly rather than a trend. - Dynasty Detour John

17. Marvin Harrison Jr.

Age: 23.2 years | High: 14 (John) | Low: 21 (Ryan)

I am fully aboard the Marvin Harrison train, and I am genuinely surprised more people are not with me. I know this has not been the start to his career that was expected after being taken with the 4th overall pick in last year's draft. And I will admit, last year was a complete disappointment. You kind of start to be placed into two camps when you get taken that high in the draft as a WR: Are you going to be a Jamaar Chase or a Corey Davis? A Calvin Johnson or a Justin Blackmon? And last year, Marvin was stuck in no man’s land. Yes, he ranked 3rd in the NFL in % of his team's air yards. But, his team's offense was one of the worst in the league through the air, and he was only bringing those catches in slightly above the 50% mark. This year, and especially with Brissett at the helm, Marv has taken on a smaller burden but has started to excel across the board. He has raised his catch rate by 12%, seen his separation on routes grow almost a full yard, from worst in the league to about league average. These improvements are also starting to translate to fantasy production, with 10+ targets in 3 out of the last 6 weeks. I think the Cardinals are right to start moving on from Kyler, and Marv has started to show what he can do with even a sensible QB. These are the steps I like to see from a 23-year-old in his second season; let’s just hope the Cardinals can find a QB to keep that growth going.  - Dynasty Detour John

18. George Pickens

Age: 24.7 years | High: 16 (Ryan) | Low: 19 (Jesse and John)

Is being a WR2 all it took to make Pickens a WR1? Not exactly, but a new home is exactly what this talented WR needed to unleash his potential. Would you believe me if I told you that Pickens has not finished a season inside the top 25 WRs in fantasy football? I think a majority of NFL fans would put him talent-wise as a top 10-15 receiver. He has incredible leaping ability, strong hands, and insane drive to embarrass his opponents (sometimes to his detriment). Built in the mold of a true jump-ball, X receiver, Pickens may only be generating 2.2 yards of separation this year, but he is having by far his most productive season. He is currently the WR5 in fantasy formats, and that was due to his 5-week run as the WR1 for this Cowboys offense. With Lamb out, the offense did not take a step back at all with Pickens contributing 6 TD’s (1 in every game) and 495 yards of offense. Whether it is in Dallas or somewhere else next year, this was the kind of season Pickens’ owners needed to see. - Dynasty Detour John

19. Tee Higgins

Age: 26.8 years | High: 18 (Jesse and Ryan) | Low: 20 (Tom and John)

I’m going to say something outrageous: Tee Higgins is a top 10 NFL wide receiver. The problem? He’s teammates with Ja’Marr Chase. Yes, Higgins benefits from lighter coverage at times because of Chase, but he still doesn’t get true WR1 target treatment because of him. Do you know who has more targets than Tee Higgins? Dalton Schultz. Higgins is tied for 41st in the entire NFL in targets. Despite the limited volume, he’s been balling out after a slow start. In the first five games of the season (with less than two full games from a healthy Joe Burrow), Higgins averaged under 8.5 PPR points per game. Since Joe Flacco became the starter in Cincinnati, he’s averaging 20.3 PPR points per game. At just 26.8 and with Burrow returning, Higgins is a fantastic dynasty asset. That said, I don’t see his value appreciating much further. - Dynasty Detour Jesse

20. Jaylen Waddle

Age: 27 years | High: 19 (Ryan) | Low: 23 (Jesse)

In my view, this is where the lower tier of wide receivers begins. Waddle is a really good player, but I’m the lowest on him in the group. That doesn’t say much though, since I don’t see huge gaps of value in this range. Here’s the bull case for Waddle: he’s lightning fast and an excellent route runner. Also, top dog Tyreek Hill likely will not be returning to the Dolphins (and possibly not to the NFL). Since Tyreek’s injury in Week 4, Waddle has only had one bad game (2.5 points against the Browns). He hasn’t scored under 14 PPR points in any of the other five games. He’s WR15 in PPG on the season. But here’s what gives me pause. He’s doing this with virtually no target competition, and I’m not sold on the long-term outlook of this offense. It’s inevitable the Dolphins add more contributors in the offseason. - Dynasty Detour Jesse

21. DeVonta Smith

Age: 27 years | High: 19 (Tom) | Low: 25 (Ryan)

I think it’s fair to say Smith has overtaken A.J. Brown as the top wide receiver on the Eagles, both in fantasy and in real life. Smith probably has the best opportunity in this group to leap into the next tier. The reason is the possibility of A.J. Brown leaving, which looks more likely by the day. If the Eagles fall short of their Super Bowl aspirations, I could easily see them moving on from Brown. If that happens, Smith (even pushing 28) will see his value increase. This season, he’s on track for 90 or more receptions, 1,200 yards, and has zero drops so far. His precise route running gives me confidence in his longevity. - Dynasty Detour Jesse

22. Zay Flowers

Age: 25.2 years | High: 18 (John) | Low: 25 (Jesse and Tom)

Zay Flowers is a guy I don’t fully trust, but Dynasty Detour John sure does. What is he thinking? Probably that Flowers is averaging a solid 14 PPR points per game despite missing his quarterback for a long stretch and facing one of the hardest wide receiver schedules in fantasy. The upside case, like many wideouts, depends on Lamar Jackson. Lamar ranked sixth in the NFL in passing yards last season, and Flowers is his top target. If Flowers can maintain that WR1 role (though I think the Ravens bring in reinforcements this offseason), he’ll have great fantasy value for years to come. With Derrick Henry aging and Mark Andrews likely gone, there’s a narrow path for Flowers to ascend. I just don’t buy that it will happen. - Dynasty Detour Jesse

23. Jordan Addison

Age: 23.8 years | High: 21 (Jesse) | Low: 27 (Ryan and John)

I love Jordan Addison’s game. He’s not even 24, and every time I watch the Vikings, the dude is wide open. The knock on Addison is that he’s touchdown dependent. Maybe he’s just elite at scoring. In 15 games last year, he had nine touchdowns. In his rookie season, he scored ten in 17 games. So far this year, he has just two. Still, he’s averaging a respectable 13 PPR points per game, which is solid considering the quarterback carousel he’s dealt with. Sure, he hasn’t clicked with JJ McCarthy yet, but I believe it will happen. The problem is that he’s locked into an offense where he can’t be the top receiver. That limits his upside, possibly for good. - Dynasty Detour Jesse

24. Chris Olave

Age: 25.4 years | High: 23 (Tom and John) | Low: 29 (Ryan)

The biggest concern with Olave is and always will be injuries. His game logs can be confusing. In his first two seasons, he played 15 and 16 games respectively. Last year, though, he really struggled, playing just eight. Dig deeper, and you find the real issue. Olave has suffered five concussions since college. With concussions, the more you have, the more likely you are to get them again, and the recovery times get longer. When he’s on the field, Olave is a great player. He’s commanding a huge target share this season (second in the NFL), and with Tyler Shough entering the fold, the offense already looks better. As long as Olave stays healthy, he’ll outperform this ranking.-Dynasty Detour Jesse

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