This summer, we will examine the dynasty news through the lens of the three key aspects for dynasty managers: talent, value, and opportunity.

Identifying the correct talent level is the first order of business. Understanding the appropriate level of talent determines whether it is pursuing a correct valuation and comprehension of the opportunity.

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It takes success in all three areas to be a successful dynasty manager. In today’s  “Dynasty News,” we will examine the wide receivers drafted in the first two days of this year’s NFL Draft and their relative impact on dynasty teams.

1.04 Marvin Harrison Jr., Arizona

Harrison has the pedigree and expectations to build the hopes of dynasty managers. He is the lone viable wideout in Arizona and will only compete with Trey McBride for targets. The Cardinals wanted a receiver to build around, and they have it in Harrison. He is a player who has a bright future in the NFL and dynasty.

1.06 Malik Nabers, NY Giants

Nabors has been excelling in training camp and might bypass Harrison as the top-ranked rookie receiver by the time the holidays roll around. He brings a lethal combination of size, speed, and big plays after the catch. The Giants chose Nabors over a few of the first-round quarterbacks, so they are invested in him long term. Like the Cardinals, the Giants have little talent at receiver to help keep defenses honest. New York will likely have a new passer in 2025. He is a player to target before word gets out of his domination in camp. There is a legitimate chance that Nabors is a top-three-ranked dynasty receiver this time next year.

1.09 Rome Odunze, Chicago

While many may see Odunze’s rookie year as a learning opportunity behind two veterans. He undoubtedly has the most competition for targets of anyone on this list, with Keenan Allen and D.J. Moore already on the roster. However, Allen is only under contract for 2024, and his presence should be seen as aiding the development of quarterback Caleb Williams. While expectations are low this season, dynasty managers should see Odunze as a dynasty buy. This was an expensive pick for the Bears, so dynasty managers should be patient. Odunze is a bigger receiver (6-foot-3, 215 pounds) who runs great routes.

1.23 Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville

Thomas was the second LSU receiver drafted in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The Jaguars changed up their receiver room in the offseason as Calvin Ridley departed, Gabe Davis arrived via free agency, and Thomas was selected in the draft.  The team still has Christian Kirk, who is expected to lead the receivers in targets. Thomas brings a great size-speed ability but will need time to develop. He is rawer than most dynasty managers want to believe. Yes, Thomas has the potential to be a great dynasty starter for years, but it may take a couple of years for Thomas to reach his full potential. With Kirk and Davis at receiver and Evan Engram at tight end hogging targets, Thomas will not be targeted often as a rookie, especially early in the season.

1.28 Xavier Worthy, Kansas City

The Chiefs were purposeful in adding speed at the receiver position with Worthy and free-agent Marquise Brown. Worthy has been able to get deep with regularity in training camp, something that should excite dynasty managers. The concern for the speedy rookie is his size – specifically his weight – as Worthy weighs a mere 172 pounds. This draft pick was an attempt by Kansas City to replace Tyreek Hill’s impact on defenses. Worthy is a solid dynasty rookie pick, as he is paired with an elite quarterback in an elite offense. The Chiefs have Worthy, Rice, and Rashee Rice to complement tight end Travis Kelce.

1.31 Ricky Pearsall, San Francisco

Pearsall was a surprising pick for most dynasty managers. So much so that his dynasty value has not accounted for the draft capital. With the tenuous contract situations of both Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel, Piersall brings speculative value that one of the two will not be back with the 49ers in 2025. He is a possession, over-the-middle receiver who will add depth to the receiver room but will not make a dynasty impact until or unless either Aiyuk or Samuel is traded.

1.32 Xavier Legette, Carolina

Legette is a high-upside receiver in the Carolina offense. He is raw but can develop into a dynasty starter. Veteran Diontae Johnson (acquired via trade) and Adam Thielen will reduce the dependence on Legette. He is a huge (6-foot-3 and 227 pounds) specimen who will add an after-the-catch aspect the other two lack. Quarterback Bryce Young now has a cache of weapons, especially compared to his rookie season. Legette is a risky first-round rookie pick but has big-time upside. Dynasty managers must understand that Legette is tied to Young for the duration of his rookie contract, so an acquisition of the rookie must be seen as dependent on the quarterback and the offense as a whole. Legette only had one great collegiate season, so his NFL ability is more of a projection than that of others on this list. However, he may have the most physical ability in the group as well.

2.33 Keon Coleman, Buffalo

Coleman excels in highlight-reel contested catches but struggles to separate against quality cornerbacks.  The Buffalo receiver depth chart will look different in 2024 as Stefon Diggs was traded, and Gabe Davis was given a three-year contract by Jacksonville. Unless he improves in gaining yards after the catch, Coleman will have limited dynasty upside, even though he is paired with Josh Allen on a team without much competition for targets. He may never be a 90-catch receiver.

2.34 Ladd McConkey, LA Chargers

McConkey is a crafty receiver who struggled with injuries throughout his college career. He has already been nicked up in training camp. The Chargers have no other viable receiving options for quarterback Justin Herbert after Keenan Allen was traded and Mike Williams left in free agency. McConkey is a good receiver, but his dynasty upside may be capped by his ability – or inability – to stay healthy.

2.37 Ja'Lynn Polk, New England

Polk has been the top receiver for the Patriots for most of training camp. He is a complete receiver who will be solid in the run-heavy New England offense. Dynasty managers should not expect outstanding fantasy numbers as a rookie. The Patriots drafted two solid receivers (Polk and Javon Baker) to give Drake Maye a great receiving corps for many years. We expect Coach Mayo to rely on his defense and run the ball as much as possible, not something dynasty managers should enjoy hearing.

2.52 Adonai Mitchell, Indianapolis

Mitchell was drafted into a great situation as he will be eased into the lineup as Michael Pittman will be the alpha receiver for quarterback Anthony Richardson. Mitchell has had a slow start to training camp, so expectations should be tempered. He is a risky dynasty rookie pick, so caution is advised. Mitchell’s dynasty value will plummet with the slow start to the season, so there will be better times to buy throughout this season for those who like the fantasy upside.

3.65 Malachi Corley, NY Jets

This was a curious pick, as Corley has little chance to make a big dynasty impact. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers may be the best passer Corley plays with during his professional career, but the veteran does not have many years left. The Jets have superstar Garrett Wilson and veteran Mike Williams as starters and Allen Lazard ahead of Corley on the depth chart. The rookie is a gadget-type of receiver who may make a bigger impact on the field than in dynasty lineups. Corley is a good run blocker and will see a few targets per game, but he cannot be relied upon for dynasty points.

3.80  Jermaine Burton, Cincinnati

Burton was drafted as a replacement for Tee Higgins in 2025 after the veteran leaves in free agency. The rookie possesses great speed and tracks the ball well. An investment in Burton is a gamble on the Cincinnati offense continuing to be prolific – a good bet. He has had a slow start to training camp, so dynasty managers should use this as an opportunity to acquire the speedy rookie at a discount. Sure, there is risk, as with all of these first-year players, but the upside is very high as he is united with an elite quarterback in an elite offense.

3.84 Roman Wilson, Pittsburgh

Wilson will be a good professional receiver. He is physical in the running game, something that should endear him to the Pittsburgh locker room. Wilson suffered an ankle injury last week, so he may have a slow start to the season. We see the rookie as a player who resembles former Steelers great Hines Ward, a player who made a bigger impact on the field than fantasy lineups. This selection came after the trade of Diontae Johnson to Carolina, opening up the way for Wilson to play often as a rookie. With just Van Jefferson ahead of him on the depth chart, Wilson could see extended playing time as the year progresses.

3.92 Jalen McMillan, Tampa Bay

McMillan is a future star in the NFL. He is a player who struggled with injuries and major competition for targets in college but is a polished route runner who will be a force in dynasty leagues for years to come. He does not possess elite speed but gains separation with ease. He is a player to acquire before the preseason gets in full swing, and word of McMillan’s talent is more broadly known.

3.100 Luke McCaffrey, Washington

McCaffrey is an older rookie who possesses a talent for getting open over the middle of the field. With just Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson at receiver, McCaffrey should see the field often as a rookie in Kingsbury’s offense. He will never be a dynasty top-20 receiver but could be a solid depth and flex option.

In the next installment, we will look at rookie wide receivers selected in rounds four through seven and their potential dynasty impact.

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