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Rookie Redraft Update Part 3

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Back in March, I did a four-part series on the incoming rookie class. Now, it’s time to go back through my takes and examine how they’ve changed in the past few months. I’ve included all four of my original articles, and all my live post-draft takes as links at the bottom of this article. In part one, I looked at the progression of top rookie quarterbacks from March until now. Then, in part two, I covered how the consensus top-three running backs pre-NFL Draft have progressed in redraft value. Now, it’s time for part three and a mix of two running backs and two wide receivers. Let’s jump into these four exciting players!

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Rookie Fever Antidote: Bottomed-Out Incumbents

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While we fantasy gamers rub our hands together in anticipation of a loaded class of prospects, let’s contemplate the whole picture of the draft goals of each team. Equally important, do these teams have the draft picks necessary to bring in impact players to immediately push incumbents?

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Early 2020 Rookie Redraft Primer Part 3

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At Oklahoma, Lamb found wild success. He played three years with a series of star college quarterbacks: Baker Mayfield in 2017, Kyler Murray in 2018, and Jalen Hurts in 2019. In total, Lamb had 173 catches for 3,292 yards and 32 touchdowns. His 2019 performance solidified his status as the WR1 in this class, as he had 62 receptions for 1,327 yards and 14 touchdowns.

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Buy, Sell, or Hold: Rookie Running Back Edition

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Buy: Anthony McFarland
When a 4-star running back comes into college with 20+ offers, he definitely does not go unnoticed, but due to the laughing stock that was this Maryland football team in 2019, Anthony McFarland seems to be forgotten. McFarland’s data does not pop off the page as he only had two years of experience, but while watching the film he looks to be one of the best backs in this class.

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Rookie Targets in Redraft

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Drafting rookies is a key part of fantasy drafts and is one of the best ways to provide an edge over your competitors. As rookies have not yet competed in the NFL, your average fantasy player is less informed about their skill sets and abilities. There are no previous stats or fantasy finishes to rely on to help in evaluating players, like those that exist for veterans.

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Rookie Fever Episode 48 – NFC North Bold ROOKIE Predictions

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Rookie Fever Episode 48 – NFC North Bold ROOKIE Predictions Rookie Fever will not go away and Fanaro has it, super fun show this week Fanaro gives Swags more reasons to call BS with his bold predictions! Don’t forget the news! Donte Moncrief is the “Slam Dunk” WR#2 in Pittsburgh (reported by beat writer Mark

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NFL Draft Late Round Sleepers: Running backs

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And just like that, the 2019 NFL draft has concluded. The draft is that time of the year for NFL fan bases to be eternally optimistic. Now, we must digest and pick apart the new players on their respective teams. According to Rich Hribar of Rotoworld, 49% of the players drafted this past weekend will

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Rookie Fever Episode 35 – Rookie Fever Welcomes RB John Santiago, North Dakota Standout, & NFL Draft Prospect

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Rookie Fever is very humbled to introduce you to John Santiago from North Dakota. This guy has an amazing story, great listen. More than ever I want you to follow John on Twitter @_JohnSantiago_ watch, support, and enjoy this journey with him. SUPER GOOD KID Pre interview Fanaro and Swags hit the mic with some

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The Case FOR and AGAINST drafting Saquon Barkley

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Saquon Barkley is experiencing a hype phenomenon not unlike what we see with every iPhone launch. People are lined up for the next big thing. Throwing their savings, hopes, dreams, and expectations onto a product, they know next-to-nothing about. But who cares? It’s fancy, has plenty of tools, and all the experts say he’s the

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Leap Year: Running Back Edition

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The months leading up to the fantasy football season are exciting. Analysts and players alike are busy pouring over as much fantasy content as possible, with the hope that the nugget of wisdom will be found. For running back enthusiasts, the beginning of the fantasy season draws much hype surrounding the perceived value of the

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Rookie Ranking Fluctuations: Runnings Backs

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I’ll spare you the preamble, but if you’re interested in my process when determining my positional rankings, you can find that and my QB rankings here. After sharing my Quarterback rankings, it’s time to move on to one of the glamour positions, the running backs. Surprise! Saquon Barkley is the RB1 in this class. It wasn’t

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