John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"Smith is entering his fifth NFL season having finished each of the past three in the top 20 among WRs in fantasy PPG. Smith has posted a target share of at least 22% in all four seasons, and the Eagles' high-scoring offense has allowed him seven-plus TDs in three straight campaigns. Smith's output is a bit volatile due to the presence of heavily targeted A.J. Brown in an offense that leads off with Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts, and leans heavily on them near the goal line, but there is just enough volume and scoring opportunity here to keep Smith in the weekly WR3 mix."

"Smith was one of the few key Eagles' skill-position players to log snaps, likely because he entered the contest needing 44 receiving yards to reach 1,000 on the campaign. He was targeted frequently early in the contest, logging all of his stats within the team's first two offensive possessions. Smith ultimately reached the 1,000-yard mark on an impressive leaping catch for 27 yards on the final play of the opening quarter. He then rested for the remainder of the game and will play a key role in Philadelphia's wild-card round matchup against the 49ers on Sunday afternoon."

	DeVonta Smith's targets have decreased by 44.44% over the past 6 weeks.
	DeVonta Smith's target share has decreased by 39.81% over the past 10 weeks.
	DeVonta Smith's receiving yards have decreased by 53.35% over the past 10 weeks.
	DeVonta Smith's receptions have decreased by 33.33% over the past 6 weeks.
	DeVonta Smith's receiving touchdowns have increased by 100% over the past 6 weeks.

John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"WR Ricky Pearsall (knee/ankle) was back on the sidelines for Week 18, but it was Demarcus Robinson (3-24-0) who filled in for the oft-injured starter this time around. Bourne had been elevated ahead of Robinson in similar scenarios earlier this season, but head coach Kyle Shanahan shuffled his veteran backups in the receiver pecking order Saturday. This development, coupled with the potential for Pearsall to return for the wild-card round, severely limits Bourne's upside for the start of the playoffs."

	Kendrick Bourne's target share has increased by 300+% over the past 6 weeks.
	Kendrick Bourne's targets have increased by 300+% over the past 6 weeks.
	Kendrick Bourne's receiving yards have decreased by 75.0+% over the past 12 weeks.
	Kendrick Bourne's receptions have decreased by 73.91% over the past 12 weeks.
	Kendrick Bourne's total yards have decreased by 75.0+% over the past 12 weeks.

John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"McCarthy is entering his de facto rookie campaign after a knee injury cost the 2024 10th overall pick his entire first season in the pros. McCarthy is expected to start in a QB-friendly Kevin O'Connell scheme loaded with targets (Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson) that helped Sam Darnold and Kirk Cousins to top-12 fantasy campaigns (PPG) during each of O'Connell's three seasons in Minnesota. All three offenses were pass-heavy and scored at least 80% of their TDs through the air. A 22-year-old with no NFL experience, McCarthy is an obvious unknown, but he can add some value with his legs and is well positioned for a productive first season. He's an attractive late-round sleeper target."

"Unfortunately for McCarthy, his 10th career start came to an early end, as he attempted just one pass in the second half before informing head coach Kevin O'Connell that the small hairline fracture in his throwing hand was presenting issues with gripping the football. After having his entire 2024 rookie season wiped out by a meniscus tear in his right knee, McCarthy missed seven total games in 2025 due to a right high-ankle sprain, a concussion and then the fractured hand. When available, he showed strong scrambling ability (181 rushing yards and four TDs), but he still has a long way to go as a passer. On the season, McCarthy completed just 57.6 percent of his throws for 6.7 yards per attempt and an 11:12 TD:INT, and he also took 27 sacks on 270 dropbacks (10 percent sack rate) while fumbling six times, losing two. The 22-year-old will tentatively head into 2026 atop Minnesota's depth chart, but Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported Sunday that the Vikings are expected to explore more established options at quarterback via trade or free agency this offseason, potentially forcing McCarthy to compete for the starting job in training camp."

	J.J. McCarthy's passing yards per attempt has increased by 72.85% over the past 6 weeks.
	J.J. McCarthy's sacks have increased by 300+% over the past 6 weeks.
	J.J. McCarthy's passing touchdowns have increased by 150.0% over the past 6 weeks.
	J.J. McCarthy's total touchdowns have increased by 250.0% over the past 6 weeks.
	J.J. McCarthy's total points have increased by 250.0% over the past 6 weeks.

John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"Tillman is entering his third NFL season after what appeared to be a breakout 2024 campaign was derailed by a Week 12 season-ending concussion. The 2023 third-round pick wasn't much of a factor during his first 20 NFL games, but that changed when Amari Cooper was traded prior to Week 7 last season. Over the next four weeks, Tillman would average 9.8 targets (eight-plus in all four) and 18.6 fantasy points (three with 18-plus points). His season ended the following week, but was enough to provide optimism about his future. Cleveland's QB situation is uncertain, but Tillman has a lock on No. 2 duties opposite Jerry Jeudy. Consider the 25-year-old in the late rounds."

"Tillman was responsible for the Browns' longest play for the second consecutive week, and five of his last eight receptions have gone for more than 20 yards. Unfortunately for the third-year wideout, Cleveland's quarterback situation all season was a mess that limited his growth following a promising campaign in 2024, and Tillman had just five catches over the final seven games this season. He ended the regular season with 21 catches for 270 yards and two touchdowns. The 2023 third-round pick is heading into the final year of his rookie contract and should be among the team's top three wideouts in 2026, but his fantasy value will depend on organizational changes during the offseason."

	Cedric Tillman's target share has decreased by 70.66% over the past 6 weeks.
	Cedric Tillman's targets have decreased by 71.43% over the past 6 weeks.
	Cedric Tillman's receiving yards have increased by 78.57% over the past 6 weeks.
	Cedric Tillman's receptions have decreased by 75.0% over the past 12 weeks.
	Cedric Tillman's receiving yards per attempt has increased by 300+% over the past 6 weeks.

John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"McNichols saw little involvement on offense even with Chris Rodriguez (illness) a late scratch for Thursday's divisional contest. Instead, Jacory Croskey-Merritt dominated backfield opportunities, rushing 11 times for 105 yards and two touchdowns. If Rodriguez is able to retake the field Week 18 against Philadelphia, expect McNichols to revert to his usual No. 3 role."

	Jeremy McNichols' rushing yards per attempt has decreased by 75.0+% over the past 6 weeks.
	Jeremy McNichols' rushing yards have decreased by 75.0+% over the past 6 weeks.
	Jeremy McNichols' targets have increased by 60.0% over the past 8 weeks.
	Jeremy McNichols' rushing attempts have increased by 100.0% over the past 14 weeks.
	Jeremy McNichols' rushing attempt share has decreased by 33.53% over the past 8 weeks.

John Metchie III

Pos: WR1 Team: NYJ YoE: 3
Draft: RD 2, PICK 44
Injury Status: H

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"Metchie led the Jets in receiving yards as Brady Cook threw for only 152 yards in another lopsided loss. Cook has just one touchdown pass in four games (three starts) as the team's starting quarterback, so expectations should remain tempered for Metchie and the rest of the Jets' passing game in Week 18 against the Bills."

	John Metchie III's target share has increased by 289.47% over the past 12 weeks.
	John Metchie III's targets have increased by 300+% over the past 12 weeks.
	John Metchie III's receiving yards have increased by 300+% over the past 14 weeks.
	John Metchie III's receptions have increased by 266.67% over the past 12 weeks.
	John Metchie III's rushing yards per attempt has increased by 300.0% over the past 6 weeks.