NFL training camp is officially HERE, and for anyone diving into fantasy drafts, the AFC South is already full of wild nuggets you absolutely cannot miss. Get ready to lock these guys into your queue because opportunity is knocking, especially in Tennessee. Tony Pollard, man, this dude could be an underrated pick this summer. He has been more durable and way more effective than Tyjae Spears, and even though rookie Nicholas Singleton has his fans, he was just a fifth-round pick. Brian Daboll, that genius, built top-five rushing offenses twice in his four years with the Giants, and he’s bringing that magic to Tennessee. Calling Pollard a bell-cow might be a stretch, but a reasonable chance at 300 touches? That’s a fantasy goldmine, a proper backboard to build your team around. You gotta grab that value!
Colts Rookie Tyler Warren Is a Steal You Need to Draft
Everyone is buzzing about Bears tight end Colston Loveland this summer, and yeah, that buzz is justified. But if Loveland’s price tag gets too rich, you need to pivot, and the Indianapolis Colts have your guy: Tyler Warren. This Indy rookie was third in targets, sixth in receptions, and fifth in yards among tight ends last year, even with Daniel Jones missing the final four games. Think about that for a second. His case isn’t all that different from Loveland’s, but Warren is going a full round later in early Yahoo drafts. That’s called getting a discount, folks. Don’t sleep on him when your draft rolls around.
Jakobi Meyers Is Ready to Break Out For the Jaguars
It’s pretty common to see receivers struggle when they switch teams midseason. But Jakobi Meyers? Nah, he didn’t get that memo. After joining the Jacksonville Jaguars in early November, the dude posted a super solid 42 receptions, 483 yards, and 3 touchdowns. Prorate those numbers to a full season, and we’re looking at 79 catches, 912 yards, and 6 scores. That puts him squarely in the low-end WR2 or high-end WR3 conversation in most leagues. He is priced for pure profit in early Yahoo drafts, slotted as the WR42. This is the kind of value pick that wins you weeks, man.
Nico Collins’ Health Is a HUGE Question Mark For the Texans
Look, when Nico Collins is at his best, he’s an awesome sight. A dominant receiver who can win anywhere on the route tree? Sign me up! But the problem, and it’s a big one, is his health. He’s missed 19 games in five professional seasons. Nineteen! And he’s still tied to C.J. Stroud, who the experts are calling a limited quarterback. The Houston Texans have a clear identity: win with a dominant defense and a super controlled offense. Collins is still commanding a top-20 pick in Yahoo leagues, which means you’re drafting him at his absolute ceiling. I’ll enjoy watching him play, but that draft cost? That’s a pass for me. There’s just too much risk there.
So, when you’re on the clock, remember these sneaky plays from the AFC South. Don’t sleep on these guys, man, because value is where you win your league!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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