Bold prediction for 2022: The Vikings will finish with the top scoring offense. -- Rothstein, Fantasy breakout candidate: Drake London, WR, With the 6-foot-4 frame to play as a boundary X receiver or bump inside as a big slot target, London is the pick here, given the volume he should see opposite tight end Kyle Pitts. CLE | DAL | DEN | DET | GB | HOU | IND Check out our ranking of the top 10 breakout candidates in fantasy heading into the season. Sure, Lawrence had a rough rookie season, but Urban Meyer was running a three-ring circus in Jacksonville last year, so Im happy to give Lawrence a mulligan. -- Louis-Jacques, Fantasy breakout candidate: Chase Edmonds, RB, "Breakout" might be a little strong, but Edmonds is my "bang for your buck" choice since he is currently being drafted outside the top 32 RBs in ESPN leagues. Even after running 200 fewer routes than Emmanuel Sanders and Cole Beasley, Davis had the second-highest WR3 finish rate on the Bills. But Graham is currently a free agent, opening the door for Kmet to smash in 2022. -- Reiss. Owner Robert Kraft set the expectation in March when he said, "More than anything, it bothers me that we haven't been able to win a playoff game in the last three years." -- Demovsky, Fantasy breakout candidate: Romeo Doubs, WR, The rookie wideout seemed to earn the trust of Aaron Rodgers and had a big preseason. Draft a league now and start fresh with a 0-0 record and a shortened schedule. If Akers gets anything close to the sort of workload Todd Gurley that got during McVays first two seasons with the Rams, the young running back is going to be a fantasy force. Over the last five weeks of the season, Rashaad Penny led all running backs in rushing yards (671), rushing yards over expectation (272), touchdowns (six), rushes of 10-plus yards (16), yards after contact (486) and rushes reaching 15-plus mph (17). Stephania Bell: Trey Lance, QB, San Francisco 49ers Matt Bowen: Trey Lance Yes, he's 37 years old, but his 14 years in the league show he's durable (he has missed just one game in his 12 years as a starter) and an experienced decision-maker who can get the ball to his receivers quickly (another trait already on display at minicamp). -- Henderson, Fantasy breakout candidate: Rashaad Penny, RB, Now that Kenneth Walker III is out after undergoing a procedure to repair a hernia, Penny is the lead back in the Seahawks' committee. Collins emerged as the Texans' No. 1 overall pick in 2023 NFL Draft, C.J. And he'll be needed with Hopkins out for the first six games. Throughout camp, he looked primed for another step to enter the upper echelon of pass-rushers. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! Hutchinson's playing style, paired with defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn's scheme, puts the rookie in a position to create pocket disruption and the ability to win one-on-ones. The Browns have limited proven options behind Amari Cooper, especially ones with Njokus rare athletic talent. He had a strong preseason, and in this offense, everyone else has already broken out. He's a top-20 fantasy player at the position and worth a dart throw in the late rounds. They ranked top-8 in that category the three seasons prior. Breakout: A player (rookies included) who will rise up with career-best numbers in 2022 and make a huge impact. But he also could help make the offense more unpredictable, as teams will never be sure if it is a run, or a pass play when he is on the field. -- Cronin, The Bears' top draft pick is in line to start at nickel corner in Week 1. The season will be a success if Ryan Tannehill reverts back to the QB who was one of the league's best comeback players in 2019. Kadarius Toney averaged 2.2 yards per route ran last season and had a 30-percent target share when he was on the field. -- Matt Bowen, Not the rosiest offseason, but they have a dynamic offense, and it's hard to defend with just one week of preparation. -- Newton, Rhule has gone 5-11 and 5-12 his first two seasons. Our panel comprises the following ESPN Fantasy writers and editors: Stephania Bell, Matt Bowen, Mike Clay, Tristan H. Cockcroft, Daniel Dopp, Joe Kaiser, Eric Karabell, Keith Lipscomb, Liz Loza, Eric Moody, Kyle Soppe and Field Yates. The goal for Greenard should be the mid-teens in sacks because the ability is there. Neither is likely to happen at this point. That was the game where the world learned the name Gabriel Davis, but this season will be the year he becomes a household name. Keep an eye on second-year wideout Terrace Marshall Jr. here too. The top 15 RBs in terms of total points last season scored, on average, 12.1 touchdowns, and the presence of Gordon on this roster, not to mention a potentially more open offense to cater to Wilson, makes it tough to assume Williams reaches that threshold. Daniel Dopp: Derek Carr, QB, Las Vegas Raiders He had career highs in receptions (77) and receiving yards (982) last season, but based on training camp and his play in the preseason (eight targets and five catches in two quarters), he should not have trouble surpassing both if he stays healthy. Stephania Bell: Darren Waller, Las Vegas Raiders Lawrence has all the tools to be an above-average passer, and he offers rushing upside, too. His next contract depends on it. After attending every training camp practice and watching every preseason game, here are last-minute tips for players you could select in your draft. -- Seifert, Fantasy breakout candidate: Adam Thielen, WR, I'm really stretching the "breakout" definition, but I think Thielen is being overlooked because of his age and recent injury history. On a team with Deebo Samuel and George Kittle, don't be surprised if it's Aiyuk who leads the team in receptions and receiving yards. -- Eric Karabell, It is difficult to be confident in the over with Watson out for 11 games and Brissett expected to start under center for the Browns. George Pickens has received a lot of offseason hype and for good reason. Positive rushing TD regression is coming for Akers. AP Photo/Derick Hingle . Daniel Dopp: AJ Dillon, Green Bay Packers Stephania Bell: Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers Herbert is elite and they have improved their defense. Most important discovery at camp: CB Tyson Campbell was the Jaguars' most impressive defensive player. Eric Karabell: Adam Thielen, Minnesota Vikings He struggled with locating the ball early as a rookie in 2021, which made him a bit of a liability in man coverage, but he came on late in the season and was markedly better in camp. Aaron Rodgers leads list of players on the fantasy football hot seat for 2023, Fantasy football season recap, key stats and look ahead to 2023, Fantasy football 2023 offensive depth charts, Fantasy football 2023 defensive depth charts, 2022 fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He should take quite a bit of pressure off of Mills, power the run game and allow the Texans to have an efficient and balanced offense. Parker's 6-foot-3, 219-pound frame has given him an edge on slants and on 50-50 balls that Parker refers to as 80-20s in his favor. Considering that -- along with a subpar Pittsburgh offensive line that ranked 31st in pass block win rate and a subpar defense -- you should take the Under -- Eric Moody. Depending on veteran Adam Thielen's health, it wouldn't be shocking to see Osborn emerge as the Vikings' next 1,000-yard receiver. It gets easier this season, and he will be playing behind an improved offensive line and with a solid backfield. Luckily for you drafters, there are plenty of those, as well. It's the coverage traits and the physical profile of Surtain that vaults him into the discussion of the league's top cornerbacks. -- Legwold, Fantasy breakout candidate: KJ Hamler, WR, Hamler is a true downfield threat who is back to health after an ACL tear in his left knee. Bold prediction for 2022: Kyle Shanahan will win NFL Coach of the Year. Ridder is an easy answer for Smith's play-action-based pass game, and it allows a rebuilding Falcons team to evaluate the position for the future. Its difficult to project James Robinson to be 100%. -- Rothstein. The rookie out of Georgia will rack up the touchdown catches this season. -- Eric Moody. JAX | KC | LV | LAC | LAR | MIA | MIN Keith Lipscomb: James Conner Describe the QB situation in three words: Better than before. Bold prediction for 2022: The Saints will win the NFC South. Kmet had a strange 2021, as he had 93 targets and 19 red zone targets but no touchdowns. Over the last six games of the 2021 season, he averaged 19.5 fantasy points for a Seahawks team that relies heavily on the running game. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! Most important discovery at camp: RB Dameon Pierce is going to be a force. That's important for the Chiefs, who are looking to ignite a pass rush that was 29th in the league in sacks last season (31). Sanders YPA has improved each season (5.5 in 2022), and the expectation of touchdown progression is there. -- Bowen, A first-round pick from a year ago, Oweh was the Ravens' best defensive player in training camp, using his quickness to repeatedly get into the backfield. -- David Newton, He has missed 23 of the past 33 games due to injuries, which in part contributed to the Panthers' inconsistencies at quarterback. In an offense leaning on the run game, look for Dillon to emerge as the lead ball carrier this season. He has overhauled his staff to add more experience and strengthened the overall roster. Theres simply too much emphasis placed on Cam Akers poor production at the tail end of 2021 (2.4 YPC) amid a juggernaut of a tough run defenses that no Rams RB could run efficiently against. Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio are back for another edition of the NFL Fantasy Football Podcast! Look for a much-improved passing game. -- Alaina Getzenberg, The 2019 All-Pro corner is making his way back from a torn ACL in his left knee suffered on Thanksgiving. 3 option behind DJ Moore and McCaffrey. -- Pryor, Fantasy breakout candidate: Pat Freiermuth, TE, Freiermuth tied for first among tight ends in 2021 with 20 red zone targets. Bold prediction for 2022: The Colts will secure the No. Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros), Cam Akers wasnt particularly effective during the Rams Super Bowl run last season, but head coach Sean McVays willingness to make Akers the lead back so soon after his return from an Achilles tear bodes well for his 2022 usage. But he hasn't done enough in Pete Carroll's view to overtake former Wilson backup Geno Smith, who will start Week 1. -- Matt Bowen, The Panthers went 5-12 last season, and they have gone under their preseason win total in each year under Rhule. Kmet saw a total of just 12 red zone targets last year, with only six end zone targets. -- Erin Dolan. Most important discovery at camp: The defense might be legit. 2 overall pick Aidan Hutchinson will lead all rookies in sacks. Howard and Gronkowski combined for 110 targets, 937 yards and seven touchdowns last season. -- Bowen, The Chargers signed the cornerback to a five-year, $82.5 million contract in free agency, then he underwent ankle surgery on Aug. 23 after feeling discomfort in practice. Liz Loza: Marvin Jones Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars An improved offense should get Sanders more opportunity to produce strong fantasy numbers. But with tight end Jimmy Graham now out of the picture, there's an open door for Kmet to see a boost in scoring opportunities -- which would push him into the TE1 discussion. Field Yates: Aaron Rodgers. But first, the team needs to weather receiver DeAndre Hopkins' absence during the first six games while he serves a suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy. Brady is still Brady, and there is no counting him out, even if he is facing more difficult opposing quarterbacks than last season. -- Rob Demovsky, It's been more than 19 months since he tore his ACL, and that left knee is still an issue. Melendez didn't exactly set the world on fire as a rookie last season, slashing .217/.313/.393 with 18 home runs, 21 doubles and 62 RBIs in 129 games. Considering that Joe Burrow has a high percentage of his offensive playmakers returning along with an improved offensive line, this is a modest total. -- Anita Marks. -- Bowen, The rookie had a strong preseason and looks poised to make a big contribution in his first season. In spite of a strong running game, offensive line and defense, I'm leaning toward the Under -- Eric Moody. In fact, he has 24 TD catches over the past two seasons and is fully healthy heading into 2022. Fantasy football rookie rankings 2022: Breece Hall headlines top-40 dynasty rookies Rachaad White, running back, Tampa Bay Buccaneers White should be the RB to work in unison with Leonard. The Cowboys' hope is they are in the playoff chase when Tyron Smith is able to return. Breakout: A player (rookies included) who will rise up with career-best numbers in 2022 and make a huge impact. The 49ers held onto quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, but Shanahan will win Coach of the Year because of the development of his replacement, Trey Lance. -- Liz Loza, This is their time. -- Bowen, After taking the long route to an NFL starting job -- from undrafted free agent to being signed by the Packers off of the Jaguars' practice squad -- Lazard has a shot at being the Packers' WR1 now that Davante Adams is gone. Most important discovery at camp: Atlanta's secondary might be really talented -- and deep. A healthy Ward can solidify the position that was the 49ers' biggest defensive weakness a year ago, and he could be the player who pushes their defense back to 2019 levels of dominance. 2022 NFL draft by team. Drake London was my top rookie receiver coming into the draft and he remains it after. Field Yates: Logan Thomas. 32 NFL teams, 32 looming free agent decisions: Which players will return to their team? Remember: The Cowboys have six regular-season games in December and January. Cole Kmet (TE CHI) In coach Andy Reid's system, Smith-Schuster has the traits to produce immediately as a volume target. In order to get Adams on the field with QB Derek Carr . As a part of our partnership with ESPN, this is a part of a story that was originally published on ESPN+ and can be viewed in its entirety here with your ESPN+ subscription Ranking NFL second-year breakout candidates for 2022: 15 players who could become stars, from quarterbacks to pass-rushers There is no cookie-cutter career progression blueprint in the NFL. -- Lindsey Thiry, A third-round pick in 2021, Palmer produced modest numbers as a rookie, with 33 receptions for 353 yards and four touchdowns. That translated to the field last season. He's not expected to miss significant regular-season time, but his absence brought to light Miami's lack of depth behind him. Be prepared to jump a round or three to go get him. Our panel comprises the following ESPN Fantasy writers and editors: Stephania. The chemistry with Carr is real, and so is Adams' preternatural ability to get open and come down with the tough catch. Aaron Donald is the best defender in the NFL. Derek Brown (FantasyPros). Most important discovery at camp: WR Curtis Samuel's health. The notoriously difficult position is one Gordon assumed immediately in training camp, and he has shown off his incredible range playing both inside and outside. They have one of the best rosters in the NFL top to bottom and are especially strong along the offensive and defensive lines. Thomas hasn't played in a game since January 2021, so it's hard to know whether he'll return to form. -- Terrell, Fantasy breakout candidate: Chris Olave, WR, Temper expectations for all of the Saints' pass-catchers since Thomas, Alvin Kamara, Olave and Jarvis Landry will have to share the pie. You could see glimpses of that during joint practices with the Miami Dolphins and Tennessee Titans. He won't be Washington's top offensive threat, but his versatility and quickness underneath will impact their offense. -- Anita Marks. Hunt is too important to the Browns' offense. He hasn't done that so far. His skill set allows him to break away from defensive backs and linebackers, and his lack of touchdowns last season feels like an aberration. Bold prediction for 2022: Smith-Schuster will have more than 100 receptions. Deeper breakout options include Daniel Jones, Jameis Winston and, if healthy, Zach Wilson. But if you are looking for a guy primed for a big jump, that's Jeudy. Matt Bowen: Dawson Knox, Buffalo Bills Joe Kaiser: Evan Engram, Jacksonville Jaguars -- Bowen, McKenzie is in line for a big season. 1. However, most didnt think Samuel was going to see as much volume as he got, especially when it came to San Francisco using him as a running back often in the seasons second half. Eric Karabell: Travis Etienne Jr. If it's Pitts, then yes. Correctly predicting and projecting them before the start of the season can be the difference between winning your fantasy football league and getting a tattoo for coming in last place. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, 2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, 2023 NFL combine preview: 15 future fantasy football stars to watch. Plus, the upside if he stays healthy is that he can finish as a top-15 RB. We can look at his composure, repetitive mechanics, timing and more. Isiah Pacheco has had a lot of hype out of Chiefs camp and has played with the ones in the preseason. With both being able to beat defenders downfield and after the catch, teams are going to have to play the Dolphins deeper than in the past. It's rare that a fifth-round pick emerges as a likely starter and contributor on both offense and special teams. -- Erin Dolan. He was also the first receiver off the board in the actual draft. Bold prediction for 2022: The Bills will win Super Bowl LVII. Bold prediction for 2022: Defensive end Carl Lawson will rack up 12 sacks. Take advantage as he is pure upside when on the field. Steven Pintado (The Fantasy Coaches), Saquon Barkley (RB NYG) Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros), Gabriel Davis screams breakout season for the 2022 year. And the Seahawks seem likely to be drafting a QB early next April. Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros), Cole Kmet will join the second tier of great tight ends in 2022. Kmet caught 60 of 91 targets last season. The Bengals will be looking to see how Higgins will fit in their long-term future. Many did foresee Hurts (who finished sixth in fantasy points per game among QBs) solid season because of what he can do on the ground. While there are still injury concerns, you already get a discount baked into his ADP with him going as an RB3. -- Liz Loza, There's good reason for all the optimism, but ultimately the offensive line is a giant weakness and the division is too tough. Davis fits the bill. To me, it is a player who is going to surpass his ADP and likely by a wide margin. -- Matt Bowen, It's a rebuilding season. If they can do that and avoid a second-half swoon, this season could end with a playoff appearance. Moore didn't get much action in this first five weeks last year, seeing less than 50% of the offensive snaps twice and another game with zero snaps played. For more of their insight, be sure to follow each pundit on Twitter (click their names above) and visit their respective sites. -- Mike Triplett, Coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen are the best things that could have happened to Daniel Jones. 2 target for Josh Allen. He's a fluid route runner who ranks third in Ohio State history with 176 receptions and fifth in receiving yards with 2,711. "Rare" as in here is the list of players who have ever done that: LaDainian Tomlinson, Jim Brown, Adrian Peterson and Emmitt Smith. The timing is dreadful, because it is so close to the start of the regular season, and the Cowboys don't have a ready-made replacement at left tackle. Eric Moody: Dallas Goedert, Philadelphia Eagles For all the focus on Mac Jones and the offense, the defense was swarming at times, with lineman Deatrich Wise Jr. noting how "dominating" the unit was in a joint practice with the Panthers. Most important discovery at camp: The offensive line is a bigger question mark than anyone could've imagined. 2022 breakout players. Eric Karabell: Trevor Lawrence -- Bowen. First, there is a narrative that Tagovailoa cannot throw a deep ball. They are good friends off the field and already seem to have a strong connection between the lines, with Hurts targeting Brown early and often this summer. At the heart of their season was Christian Kirk proving everyone wrong who said the Jaguars. "It's not a structural problem. He has also been traded each of the past two offseasons. 2022 fantasy football breakout candidates include Trey Lance, Trevor Lawrence, and others As the NFL season draws closer, which players are primed to breakout in 2022 for fantasy football and could be values on draft day? Field Yates: Derek Carr. Burrow enjoyed a breakout 2021 season in which he paced the NFL in completion percentage and yards per attempt (YPA), while finishing no lower than eighth in passing yardage and TDs. Joe Kaiser: Darren Waller The Cowboys are asking a lot of Prescott, but that is what's expected of a $40 million quarterback. Kyle Soppe: Joshua Palmer, WR, Los Angeles Chargers. That's especially true when it comes to fantasy, which never sleeps! Even if he misses time, on a per-game basis, he is very likely to outlive his draft cost. I like his chances to exceed draft value more than tight end Irv Smith Jr., who has been dealing with a thumb injury. By Tommy Garrett June 1, 2022 Jump Around This Article Click to show Yeah, you know all about quarterback Derek Carr's many options on offense, starting with new wide receiver Davante Adams, continuing with slot receiver Hunter Renfrow and moving through tight end Waller and running back Josh Jacobs. Etienne boasts Alvin Kamara characteristics as a runner and pass-catcher. It was eating him up inside watching the Rams, who narrowly defeated the Bucs in the playoffs, in the Super Bowl. Bold prediction for 2022: Mills will join the discussion as one of the top second-year quarterbacks. Kyle Soppe: Jaylen Waddle One challenge is deciphering how much the defensive success was a result of the Patriots' offense experiencing its own "growing pains." -- Brady Henderson, The rookie is trying to make it back by Week 1 following a mid-August hernia procedure. Steven Pintado (The Fantasy Coaches), Jerry Jeudy (WR DEN) -- Archer, Fantasy breakout candidate: Tony Pollard, RB, The efficient Pollard enters his fourth campaign with a chance to push Elliott for a larger share of touches and perhaps his first 1,000-yard rushing season. When Jackson threw a career-worst 13 interceptions last season, he received lackluster protection from his blockers up front. 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