Breaking down four wideout competitions, including how the 49ers receivers behind Brandon Aiyuk fit into the SF offense.
DeMario Douglas might rarely leave the slot for the Patriots, but his per-snap target rate could be high enough to make him the fantasy WR1 in New England.
Christian Watson has proven himself a big-play threat for the Packers, but at this point he might be more likely to be Green Bay's WR3 than WR1.
Curtis Samuel might be a new face in Buffalo, but he might be offensive coordinator Joe Brady's WR1 in 2024.
Elijah Mitchell has had poor injury luck, but he remains a capable player in a deep and explosive San Francisco backfield.
Devin Singletary might not be Saquon Barkley, but the Giants are still completely dependent on the former Florida Atlantic star.
Injuries undid J.K. Dobbins in Baltimore, but he remains one of the NFL's most talented running backs and an overlooked presence with the Chargers.
This article dissects the backfields in Indianapolis and Green Bay, where AJ Dillon is a good bet to keep MarShawn Lloyd on the bench.
Rumors of Javonte Williams' decline are greatly exaggerated, as he'll likely spearhead a robust Denver running game in 2024.
Jelani Woods missed 2023 due to injury, but he could be a dangerous seam threat as safeties crash downward to defend Indy's dominant rushing attack.
It didn't work out for Russell Wilson in Denver, but he could be a good fit for Pittsburgh team that will lean on their defense and run game.
Skyy Moore was disappointing as a rookie, but going into his second season he appears primed for a three-down role.
The Colts have three competent running back options if Jonathan Taylor isn't around, making for a fierce competition between Deon Jackson, Evan Hull and Zack Moss.
Sony Michel was a surprising cut by the Dolphins, but he might soon crash another coveted RB role rather than fade into obscurity.
Devin Singletary remains the likely lead back in Buffalo, but James Cook and Zack Moss are applying pressure for playing time.
Mike Davis appeared toast after a down year in Atlanta, but injuries may have created opportunity in Baltimore.
Even if not a starter in name, Kenneth Gainwell reportedly has his foot in the door for high-leverage snaps in Philly.
The 49ers have given Jimmy Garoppolo almost all of the first-team reps so far, but third overall pick Trey Lance is already applying pressure.
After trailing off over the 2019 season, Marquez Valdes-Scantling played his way back toward the front of the Packers wideout rotation in training camp. Also: Rams RBs, Lions RBs and Eagles WRs/RBs.
Ronald Jones might be able to hold off Leonard Fournette, but asking him to hold off both Fournette and LeSean McCoy might be too much. Also looking at Rams WRs, Bears RBs, and Chargers RBs.
The Jags cut Leonard Fournette on Monday, opening up their backfield to a lively competition between Ryquell Armstead, Chris Thompson, Devine Ozigbo and James Robinson.
A.J. Green is a great player, but if he misses time for whatever reason Tee Higgins and John Ross should be able to pick up the slack. Also looking at Rams RBs, Chargers RBs, and Patriots TEs.
Persistent knee troubles robbed Jerick McKinnon of his breakout chances in the 2018 and 2019 seasons, but so far in training camp he's stood out in the San Francisco backfield.
Rookie third-round pick Antonio Gibson is the most exciting Washington running back option, but it might be asking a lot for the rookie to immediately overtake Adrian Peterson.
The Chiefs backfield is the headliner job battle to monitor after Damien Williams opted out, but Devin Funchess' opt out in Green Bay could prove important, as well.
With Laviska Shenault arriving following a memorable career at Colorado, the Jaguars might need to revisit Dede Westbrook's role as the lead slot receiver. Also breaking down the Seattle TEs.
Jordan Howard doesn't offer much as a pass catcher, but an improved Dolphins defense could provide run-viable game scripts for Miami. Also looking at Browns WRs behind Beckham and Landry.
Darrell Henderson was disappointing as a rookie, but the 2019 third-round pick still offers unique explosiveness after playing ahead of Tony Pollard and Antonio Gibson at Memphis.
Mecole Hardman is the presumed breakout receiver in Kansas City, but Sammy Watkins might be overlooked after a strong playoffs showing. Also breaking down Watkins' potential 2021 replacements.
Devin Singletary provided Buffalo a spark during his exciting rookie year, but the new back in town is a bigger threat than Frank Gore was. Also looking at Minnesota RBs and Detroit slot WRs.