In what can only be described as a catastrophic week for fantasy tight ends, owners are left scratching their heads and wondering what went wrong. The disappointment was widespread as TE1 candidates like Travis Kelce, Sam LaPorta, and Trey McBride all failed to deliver as expected. This begs the question – what does the future hold for fantasy tight ends?
“If the tight ends played poorly and dropped passes left and right, this would be an entirely different conversation,” said one perplexed team owner. “It’s the fact that the tight ends were rarely targeted that is the issue.”
The underwhelming performances of these tight ends have sent shockwaves through the fantasy football community, leaving many wondering if this trend will continue into Week 2 and beyond. It was a rough start for Mark Andrews, whose lackluster showing raised some red flags. However, it seems that the matchup was the main issue, as Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo has a history of shutting down Andrews.
“Spags has always taken Andrews out of the picture in his time in Kansas City,” noted one analyst. While Andrews did have a decent showing against the Chiefs in September 2021, it appears that this matchup may not bode well for him in the future.
The disappointment continued as fantasy owners saw their top tight ends struggle to put up points. Of the top 12 fantasy tight ends going into the season, only Kyle Pitts managed to finish with double-digit points, thanks to a touchdown reception. This unsettling trend mirrors what happened in Week 1 of last year, leading many to question the future of tight ends in fantasy football.
The outlook may seem bleak for fantasy tight ends, but not all hope is lost. Trey McBride emerged as a bright spot, garnering an impressive 29% of targets for the Arizona Cardinals. While the overall performance of tight ends was lackluster, McBride’s showing offers a glimmer of hope for desperate fantasy owners.
In the midst of this tight end nightmare, one thing is clear – adjustments need to be made, both by teams and fantasy owners alike. As Week 2 approaches, all eyes will be on the tight end position, with expectations running high for a much-needed rebound. Until then, the uncertainty looms large, leaving many to speculate on what the future holds for fantasy tight ends.
