After an exhilarating first week of NFL action, fantasy football fans are eagerly looking ahead to week 2 and trying to figure out which tight ends will shine on the field and in their lineups. The tight end position, known for its unpredictability, can often be a minefield for fantasy owners, with unexpected players rising to the top of the rankings.
Last week, the trio of Sam LaPorta, Travis Kelce, and Trey McBride surprised many by finishing as the top three fantasy-producing tight ends. This unexpected turn of events left star players like Kelce and Mark Andrews outside of the top 12. It just goes to show that in fantasy football, anything can happen.
Brock Bowers, in particular, made a strong impression last week, leading the Las Vegas Raiders in targets despite playing only 68% of snaps. His performance signaled that he will be a key part of the Raiders’ offensive game plan moving forward. With players like Davante Adams on the team, Bowers will only continue to see more opportunities to make an impact.
Speaking of Andrews and Isaiah Likely, both players are firmly situated in the TE1 tier, with the potential to be top targets in their respective offenses. Andrews played 74% of snaps last week, while Likely saw action on 66% of snaps, indicating that both players will be heavily involved in their teams’ passing games. In an offense where they are among the top receiving options, the sky’s the limit for these two tight ends.
Looking ahead to week 2, fantasy owners should keep an eye on players like Kyle Pitts, George Kittle, and Foster Moreau, who have the potential to put up big numbers. With so much talent at the tight end position, it will be interesting to see which players rise to the occasion and which ones fall short.
So buckle up, fantasy football fans, because the action is just getting started. With 16 more weeks of NFL action to come, anything can happen, and the tight end rankings are sure to keep us on the edge of our seats. Get ready for another exciting week of fantasy football!
