Rookie WRs and RBs we’re targeting with Pat Kerrane
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In this episode of the Rotoworld Football Show, Patrick Daugherty, Kyle Dvorczyk, and Patrick Corain dive into early offseason fantasy football strategy, focusing on rookie wide receivers and running backs for best ball drafts. The hosts discuss Mike Evans' move to the 49ers as a high-value, under-the-radar fit, despite a relatively low $15 million salary, and analyze the diminishing role of the traditional 'speed three' receiver archetype. They highlight Cornell Tate as their top rookie wide receiver target, praising his efficiency and route-running despite concerns about size and speed, while also spotlighting Chris Brazel as a deep-value dart throw with upside. On the running back side, Jeremiah Love is deemed the clear top rookie pick, though the hosts express cautious optimism about Jadarian Price and Jonah Coleman, who may fall due to perceived speed concerns. The conversation also touches on the Raiders' quarterback situation with Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins, questioning whether Cousins will start Week 1 and how that impacts fantasy value. The episode closes with a preview of upcoming coach rankings, where Nick Sirianni’s high win rate is debated against his perceived lack of coaching innovation.
Mike Evans' move to the 49ers is a high-value, under-the-radar fit despite a $15M salary, offering upside in a well-designed offense with minimal target competition.
Cornell Tate is the top rookie WR target due to elite efficiency (3.02 YPRR) and strong comps to Chris Olave, making him a safe, high-upside pick in best ball drafts.
Chris Brazel is a deep-value dart throw with a 'boom or bust' profile, but his Tennessee background and pure downfield skill set make him a compelling late-round gamble.
Jeremiah Love remains the consensus top rookie RB, but the class is thin, making players like Jadarian Price and Jonah Coleman viable late-round fliers.
The Raiders' Cousins-Mendoza pairing creates a floor for fantasy value, but Mendoza likely won’t start Week 1, making him a high-upside, high-risk rookie QB pick.
April Fool's Joke Fallout and Show Intro
The hosts open with a humorous take on the Underdog Best Balls April Fool's joke, criticizing its length and lack of a clear, immediate punchline. They reflect on the emotional toll of poorly executed pranks and transition into the main topic: early fantasy football strategy.
Mike Evans and the 49ers: A Smart, Underrated Fit
“I think he's being paid less than his services are worth. Like, I pointed out when he signed, he's making less than two Seattle wide receivers at the time he was making less than two Seattle wide receivers, neither of whom were Jason.”
Cornell Tate: The Top Rookie WR Target
“I think you're getting just a super safe wide receiver prospect here that also has like a lot of upside now safe from a fantasy point of view, maybe not entirely.”
Chris Brazel and the 'Boom or Bust' Rookie WRs
“He's either going to get caught after his rookie year or he's gonna be like a kind of a big fast guy who can't really play receiver like Denzel Mims. Or he's gonna be like an outside wide receiver who's like there to stretch the field.”
Rookie Running Backs: Love, Price, and Coleman
Jeremiah Love is confirmed as the top rookie RB, but the hosts express cautious optimism about Jadarian Price and Jonah Coleman. Coleman’s speed concerns and falling ADP are discussed, with the hosts suggesting he could be a late-round steal if he falls to Day 3.
“I think he's being paid less than his services are worth. Like, I pointed out when he signed, he's making less than two Seattle wide receivers at the time he was making less than two Seattle wide receivers, neither of whom were Jason.”
“He's either going to get caught after his rookie year or he's gonna be like a kind of a big fast guy who can't really play receiver like Denzel Mims. Or he's gonna be like an outside wide receiver who's like there to stretch the field.”
“I think you're getting just a super safe wide receiver prospect here that also has like a lot of upside now safe from a fantasy point of view, maybe not entirely.”
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Patrick Corain
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Patrick Daugherty
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Kyle Dvorczyk
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Mike Evans
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Cornell Tate
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Chris Brazel
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Jeremiah Love
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Fernando Mendoza
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