The first two days of the 2022 NFL draft are complete, and Mike Clay is here to provide fantasy football reaction and projections for every skill-position player taken in the first three rounds. Whether you play in season-long, keeper or dynasty leagues, this information will give you a leg up on the competition this season. Can you expect top running backs Breece Hall and Kenneth Walker III to make an immediate impact? Will early-round wide receivers Garrett Wilson, Drake London and Jameson Williams (among many others) step right in as fantasy starters? Does this class have a potential fantasy starter at tight end, like Kyle Pitts last year? Get our take on their short- and long-term fantasy values, including a first look at their 2022 projection.
Round 1
No. 8: WR Drake London, Atlanta Falcons
2022 projection: 110 targets, 70 receptions, 904 yards, 5 TDs
The Falcons entered the draft as the league's neediest team at wide receiver, so it was no surprise to see them select London with the eighth overall pick. London is a 6-foot-4 possession receiver who lacks speed but makes up for it with size and terrific ball skills. He aligned in the slot 96% of the time during his first two seasons at USC, but flipped to 85% perimeter in 2021 and enjoyed a breakout campaign. He handled a massive 38% target share when active, which allowed an 88-1,084-7 receiving line during a season cut short by a broken ankle. He's one of the youngest players entering the league (set to turn 21 in July) and has a massive ceiling. London will immediately step into an every-down role and, although Atlanta's QB situation is a concern, he'll see enough targets to warrant weekly WR3/flex consideration, at least.
No. 10: WR Garrett Wilson, New York Jets
2022 projection: 108 targets, 67 receptions, 852 yards, 5 TDs
The Jets' interest in adding a standout wide receiver has been no secret this offseason. Enter Wilson, the second wide receiver to come off the board in the top 10. Wilson is a quick and elusive prospect who primarily worked as a perimeter receiver (30% slot in three seasons) and punt returner at Ohio State. He has terrific hands, as he dropped just six balls during his career and posted a strong 90% catch rate on on-target throws in 2021. That '21 season concluded with a terrific 70-1,058-12 receiving line in 11 games. Wilson figures to immediately slide in as a starter opposite second-year Elijah Moore, with Corey Davis and Braxton Berrios also in the fold. He has more competition for targets than London, but history tells us he'll see enough volume to warrant weekly flex consideration in fantasy. Wilson has an elite ceiling and should be a top pick in rookie drafts.
What can be expected from WRs drafted in the top 10? From 2011 to '21, 13 WRs were selected in the top 10 overall, and 10 of the 13 appeared in at least 12 games. Of those 10, only Tavon Austin (2013) was not a top-30 fantasy WR as a rookie. The other nine all saw 90-plus targets and averaged a target share of at least 19%. That list includes Ja'Marr Chase, DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle last season.
No. 11: WR Chris Olave, New Orleans Saints
2022 projection: 101 targets, 60 receptions, 843 yards, 4 TDs
No. 12: WR Jameson Williams, Detroit Lions
2022 projection: 83 targets, 51 receptions, 707 yards, 5 TDs
The Lions have revamped their wide receiver room big time over the past 12 months, first adding Amon-Ra St. Brown and DJ Chark Jr. before trading up for the speedy Williams. After inexplicably being limited to 15 catches during two seasons at Ohio State, Williams exploded for a 79-1,572-15 campaign at Alabama in 2021. His rare combination of height, elite speed and quickness make him a major threat for explosive plays. That was on display last season, as he averaged 19.9 yards per reception, a class-best 13.1 yards per target and 9.5 yards after the catch. Williams tore his ACL in the national title game, but the former hurdler is only 21 years old and won't be rushed by a rebuilding Detroit team. Expect a slow start for Williams (and perhaps a few missed games to open his career), but there's no doubt he has elite upside.
No. 16: WR Jahan Dotson, Washington Commanders
2022 projection: 80 targets, 49 receptions, 640 yards, 4 TDs
Washington has found a running mate for Terry McLaurin. Dotson is a small but talented, versatile and reliable receiver with decent wheels (4.43 40-yard dash). He soaked up a hefty 31% target share in 2021 (after a 30% share in 2020), posting a 91-1,182-12 receiving line while hauling in 91% of his catchable targets (second in this rookie class) and dropping only two balls. He was used often as a vertical target during his four seasons at Penn State, though his 10.7 aDOT in 2021 was easily the lowest of his career. McLaurin and a healthy Curtis Samuel and Logan Thomas could limit Dotson's short-term output a bit, but he certainly has a path to an every-down role if he's up to the task. Dotson will be a good bench target for 2022 and a potential fantasy WR2/WR3 in the long term.
No. 18: WR Treylon Burks, Tennessee Titans
2022 projection: 99 targets, 62 receptions, 835 yards, 6 TDs
The Titans shocked the NFL world by trading A.J. Brown to the Eagles in exchange for a package that included the 18th overall pick and, in turn, their new No. 1 WR. Burks is a big, fast receiver with strong hands and the ability to align all over the field. The Arkansas product handled a hefty 32% target share and led this entire rookie class in yards per route run (3.6) in 2021. He aligned in the slot 77% of the time during his three collegiate seasons, primarily working as a deep threat in his first year before shining as a short-range, RAC threat the last two seasons (low 9.1 aDOT and terrific 9.4 RAC in 2021). Burks ran a solid 4.55 40-yard dash at 225 pounds (heaviest in the class) at the combine. Considering his top competition for targets will be the likes of Robert Woods (once back from a torn ACL) and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Burks is well positioned for an every-down role as a rookie. The Titans' run-heavy scheme will limit his ceiling, but Burks will be on the flex radar immediately.
No. 20: QB Kenny Pickett, Pittsburgh Steelers
2022 projection: 213 of 349, 2,312 yards, 11 TDs, 9 INTs; 31 carries, 124 yards, 1 TD (10 starts)
Put your luggage back in the closet, Kenny. After four years as the starting QB for the University of Pittsburgh, Pickett will step in as the Steelers' replacement for the retired Ben Roethlisberger. Pickett enjoyed a breakout 2021 campaign, totaling 47 TDs and 4,319 pass yards during his final season at Pitt. His 81.2 QBR was best in this class last season, and his 1.4% INT rate was second best. He moves well and was one of four QBs in this class to scramble for more than 400 yards last season, but he wasn't used much as a rusher otherwise, primarily operating as a pocket passer. Small hands (8.5 inches) and age (easily oldest among the top QB prospects) are knocks, but that's more than offset by his strong passing efficiency. Pickett will compete with Mitch Trubisky and Mason Rudolph for the Steelers' Week 1 starting gig, and history (see below) suggests he'll be under center full time prior to midseason. He won't be a fantasy factor early on but can be viewed as a good QB2 in dynasty leagues.
NOTE: From 2011 to '21, there were 37 QBs selected in the first round. Thirty of those 37 (81%) took over as the starter prior to Week 10, including 17 (46%) who started in Week 1. Jordan Love is the only first-round QB to not play a snap as a rookie during this span, and Trey Lance and Patrick Mahomes are the only others to not take over as their team's starter at some point during their first season (though both did see action).
Round 2
No. 34: WR Christian Watson, Green Bay Packers
2022 projection: 85 targets, 52 receptions, 700 yards, 5 TDs
The Packers needed a potential No. 1 wide receiver after trading away Davante Adams, and perhaps they've found one after trading up to draft Watson. The North Dakota State product was one of the biggest winners at the combine, measuring in at 6-foot-4 with 10 1/8-inch hands while showing well in every drill. The latter included a 4.36 40-yard dash and class-best 136-inch broad jump. Watson was used in a variety of ways during four seasons at NDSU. He was a vertical threat (career 20.5 YPR on 104 catches), ball carrier (49 rushes) and kick returner (27 attempts). He played at a "small" school and is older than most in this rookie class, but his outstanding combination of size, speed, physical ability and versatility makes him an intriguing prospect. He has a path to an every-down role in an elite Packers offense, as his top competition is oft-injured Allen Lazard, Randall Cobb and Sammy Watkins. Watson should be on your radar in the middle rounds.
No. 36: RB Breece Hall, New York Jets
2022 projection: 211 carries, 931 yards, 6 TDs; 40 targets, 31 receptions, 223 yards, 1 TD
The Jets have put together an intriguing, young RB duo, selecting Hall as a running mate for Michael Carter. Hall is a well-built, three-down back who racked up 3,044 yards and 41 TDs on 532 carries during his final two seasons at Iowa State. He has passing-game chops, having caught 93 passes during three FBS seasons, and he rushed for a TD in an NCAA-record 24 consecutive games to finish his career. He's one of the youngest backs in this year's rookie class, and he crushed the combine, running a 4.39 40-yard dash and posting a class-best 40-inch vertical and 126-inch broad jump. Hall profiles as a potential feature back with a high fantasy ceiling, but there's no doubt Carter will remain involved, especially in the passing game. This isn't an ideal landing spot from a fantasy standpoint, but he'll see enough carries to warrant weekly RB2/flex consideration, especially in non-PPR formats. Carter, by the way, takes a big value hit here and will only flirt with flex value in deep PPR leagues.
No. 41: RB Kenneth Walker III, Seattle Seahawks
2022 projection: 119 carries, 520 yards, 3 TDs; 28 targets, 21 receptions, 154 yards, 1 TD
The Seahawks have quite a few NFL-caliber running backs on their roster, but health concerns for Rashaad Penny and especially Chris Carson led them to spending a second-round pick on Walker. Following a pair of ho-hum seasons at Wake Forest, Walker exploded for a 263-1,636-18 rushing line in 12 games at Michigan State in 2021. He was extremely efficient, ranking third in this class in both YAC and FMT rate. Walker has a ways to go in the passing game (a 5% target share led to a 13-89-1 receiving line last season), but he's young (21) and sports a terrific speed/power combo (4.38 40-yard dash). His 2022 value is a major question mark and will depend on the health of Penny and Carson. For now, we'll assume Carson (neck) is on the roster, which explains the relatively low projection. He'll likely be worth a mid- or late-round pick when the dust settles.
NOTE: From 2011 to '21, there were 29 running backs selected in the second round. Of the 29, a respectable 12 finished 26th or better in fantasy PPG. Only three finished top 12 in fantasy points, however (Jonathan Taylor, Eddie Lacy, Jeremy Hill).
No. 43: WR Wan'Dale Robinson, New York Giants
2022 projection: 39 targets, 25 receptions, 290 yards, 2 TDs
The Giants are pretty good at wide receiver on paper, but nearly the entire room has serious durability concerns, so it wasn't a shock to see New York select a Day 2 wideout. Robinson is a 5-foot-8, 178-pound slot receiver who was force fed the ball during his final season at Kentucky. In the slot 79% of the time, Robinson soaked up a class-high 40% of the Wildcats' targets, as well as 45% of the air yards. He finished first or second in this rookie class in YPRR (3.5), targets (144), receptions (104) and yards (1,334). Robinson's explosiveness and versatility (he can contribute as a rusher and returner) could lead to a gadget role in New York. He's a long shot for short-term fantasy value and will be worth no more than a late flier in 2022 drafts.
No. 44: WR John Metchie III, Houston Texans
2022 projection: 90 targets, 58 receptions, 705 yards, 4 TDs
Houston had a need at wide receiver opposite Brandin Cooks and took a big step toward filling that void by selecting Metchie. He emerged as one of Alabama's top targets in 2021, posting a 96-1,142-8 receiving line while handling 24% of the team targets. He spent half his time in the slot (47% of routes) and was mostly used in the short area (8.4 aDOT). Metchie tore his ACL in December, so his recovery is something we'll need to monitor, as it could cost him a few early-season games. He's on the small side and not overly fast, but he's a terrific route-runner and profiles as a slot man in the pros. Once healthy, expect him to soak up targets while working between Cooks and Nico Collins. He has a shot to emerge as a PPR flex option in the second half of 2022.
No. 50: WR Tyquan Thornton, New England Patriots
After trading for DeVante Parker a few weeks back, New England has again added to its wide receiver room. Thornton is a 6-foot-2, 181-pound vertical receiver with small hands but a huge wingspan, and whose game is built around speed (class-best 4.28 40-yard dash) and separation. Thornton was involved in the passing game during all four seasons at Baylor, though he made his big leap in 2021 with a 62-948-10 receiving line on 102 targets. He handled a hefty 29% target share and a massive 47% air-yard share. A nonfactor after the catch, Thornton's 3.1 RAC was dead-last in this rookie class last season, though part of that was role-related (14.9 aDOT and class-high 92% of routes from the perimeter). New England has some respectable depth at receiver with Parker, Jakobi Meyers, Kendrick Bourne and Nelson Agholor, so Thornton might have a tough time finding snaps in his first season. He'll be worth only a late-round pick, though his dynasty value is intriguing after Mac Jones' successful rookie season.
No. 52: WR George Pickens, Pittsburgh Steelers
2022 projection: 88 targets, 53 receptions, 680 yards, 3 TDs
Pickens is a 6-foot-3, vertical receiver who almost exclusively plays outside (his 13% career slot rate is third lowest in this rookie class). We barely saw him in 2021, as he tore his ACL in the spring and appeared in only four games. Most of his damage has come downfield (career 14.2 aDOT) and, while he doesn't do much after the catch (career 3.7 RAC), he's shown good hands (two drops on 142 career targets) and ball skills. Pickens has some discipline issues and lacks experience relative to other top prospects, but he's only 21 years old and can develop as the No. 3 behind Diontae Johnson and Chase Claypool. With the Steelers' QB situation a work in progress, Pickens is a long shot for consistent early-career fantasy production, but he has major long-term upside. Consider him with a late-round pick.
No. 53: WR Alec Pierce, Indianapolis Colts
2022 projection: 90 targets, 57 receptions, 717 yards, 5 TDs
The Colts have found themselves a running mate for Michael Pittman Jr. Pierce is a big receiver who is more vertical/contested catch than he is quickness/separation. He never had an aDOT below 14.7 during four seasons at Cincinnati and he handled at least 24% of the team's air yards when active each of the last three seasons. That includes a 36% share while delivering a 52-884-8 receiving line in 2021. Pierce was a winner at the combine, testing at or above average across the board, including a class-best 40.5-inch vertical and 4.41 40-yard dash at 211 pounds (112 speed score is fourth best). Granted, his ceiling will be limited by the presence of Pittman and the Colts' run-heavy offense, but Pierce has a path to every-down snaps as the team's likely No. 2 wide receiver (Parris Campbell and Ashton Dulin are his top competition). With Matt Ryan in town, Pierce very well could flirt with occasional flex value. He's worth a look in the late rounds.
No. 54: WR Skyy Moore, Kansas City Chiefs
2022 projection: 88 targets, 56 receptions, 709 yards, 6 TDs
Moore is the latest addition to a Chiefs' wide receiver room that said goodbye to Tyreek Hill, Byron Pringle and Demarcus Robinson during the offseason. He was a key piece of the Western Michigan offense during his three seasons, soaking up 32% of the targets during 30 games. He was used both inside and out (39% career slot rate) and showed strong efficiency (his career 90% adjusted catch rate and 2.9 YPRR are both second best in this rookie class) and elite hands (four drops on 256 career targets). Moore is on the small side, but he has the biggest hands in this class and showed well athletically at the combine. Moore has the look of a reliable, quick, short-area target in the pros and has a shot at a big rookie-season role if he can overtake the likes of JuJu Smith-Schuster, Mecole Hardman and/or Marquez Valdes-Scantling for work. Moore could be one of Patrick Mahomes' top targets if he progresses well, so he needs to be on your mid-to-late-round radar.
No. 55: WR Trey McBride, Arizona Cardinals
Arizona re-signed Zach Ertz and Maxx Williams, but took a look toward the future by snagging McBride in the second round. A featured target in the Colorado State offense, he handled a massive 34% target share in 2021, which is tops in this rookie class across all positions. McBride produced a 90-1,121-1 receiving line with nearly half of that damage coming in the intermediate area. The one TD is an eyebrow-raiser, but seems fluky, as he scored on eight of 67 receptions the prior two seasons. McBride has the best career drop rate in this class, having failed to secure just four of 234 targets. Down the road, he could emerge as an every-down player and one of Kyler Murray's top targets, but he simply isn't going to play much in 2022 barring an injury to Ertz. Expect to see McBride on many 2023 breakout lists if Ertz is out of the way.
NOTE: Over the past decade, only two tight ends have finished their rookie season as a top-12 fantasy tight end and both were first-round picks (Evan Engram in 2017, Kyle Pitts in 2021). Second-rounder Pat Freiermuth also defied the odds with a 13th-place finish last season, making him one of only four rookie TEs to post a top-15 campaign. In fact, of the 44 tight ends picked on Day 2 since 2011 that played a snap as a rookie, 34 finished their rookie season 30th or worse in fantasy points.
No. 63: RB James Cook, Buffalo Bills
2022 projection: 80 carries, 334 yards, 3 TDs; 53 targets, 40 receptions, 305 yards, 2 TDs
After missing out on J.D. McKissic as its passing-down back, Buffalo snagged Cook with a second-round pick. He isn't quite as big or strong as his older brother, Dalvin, but he has the speed (4.42 40-yard dash), explosiveness and receiving ability (huge wingspan) to make noise in the pros as a situational back. He totaled just 230 carries during four seasons at Georgia (career-high 113 as a senior), but his efficiency was terrific, as he averaged 6.5 yards per carry and 9.4 yards per target, while not dropping a single one of his 78 career targets. Cook might never come close to the volume his brother enjoys, but he's joining an elite Buffalo offense and has big upside as a receiving specialist. Expect him to step into No. 2/passing-down duties behind Devin Singletary early on. Consistent fantasy value is unlikely, but he'll be an interesting insurance option and is well worth a late-round pick.
Round 3
No. 71: WR Velus Jones Jr., Chicago Bears
2022 projection: 80 targets, 48 receptions, 623 yards, 3 TDs
Chicago needed wide receiver help following Allen Robinson II's offseason departure and Jones is sure to help fill that void. He is one of the oldest receivers in this rookie class (turns 25 in May), having spent four years at USC (52 catches) and two more at Tennessee (84 catches). He wasn't much of a factor as a receiver during most of his collegiate career, but "broke out" in 2021 with a 62-807-7 receiving line while working as a short-area (6.9 aDOT) slot receiver (72% slot). He impressed at the combine with the top 40-yard dash (4.31) and speed score (118) at the position. Jones is a special teams standout who can help out as both a gunner and kick/punt returner, though he's likely to be needed often on offense in 2022 with the likes of Byron Pringle and Dazz Newsome next up behind Darnell Mooney. Jones has a path to significant playing time, but he's worth no more than a late flier in an offense that might struggle this season.
No. 73: TE Jelani Woods, Indianapolis Colts
Jack Doyle's retirement left the Colts with a need at tight end. Enter Woods as a potential long-term solution. He is a super athlete with a massive frame (6-foot-7) and the biggest wingspan (82 inches) in the rookie TE class. He primarily blocked and was a nonfactor in the pass game during three seasons at Oklahoma State (31-361-4 receiving line in 33 games) before busting out with a 44-598-8 line in 11 games at Virginia in 2021. Utilized as a vertical threat by the Cavaliers, Woods' 10.7 aDOT was third highest in this class last season. He's an older prospect, but his size, speed (4.61 40-yard dash), strength (class-high 24 bench reps) and 2021 breakout make him a very interesting dynasty hold. Just don't expect much early-career production behind Mo Alie-Cox and Kylen Granson.
No. 74: QB Desmond Ridder, Atlanta Falcons
2022 projection: 167 of 269, 1,751 yards, 10 TDs, 9 INTs; 32 carries, 140 yards, 1 TD
Atlanta's post-Matt Ryan QB plan now has some clarity. Marcus Mariota was signed as a bridge option and the team will hope Ridder emerges as the team's franchise quarterback. A four-year starter at Cincinnati, Ridder is a big QB who adds substantial value with his legs (career 409-2,822-28 rushing line) despite scrambling at a lesser rate than the other highly rated QBs. Ridder was aggressive during a breakout 2021 campaign, posting a 9.7 aDOT, though his efficiency wasn't great (65% completion rate, 71.9 QBR). Ridder showed off his size and abilities at the combine, checking in with class-high 10-inch hands and topping the QB leaderboard in the 40-yard dash, vertical and broad jump. Non-first-round QBs are long shots for NFL success, but Ridder has a path to significant rookie-season playing time and his rushing ability could help him to some fantasy value, especially in superflex formats. He doesn't need to be selected in most season-long fantasy drafts.
No. 80: TE Greg Dulcich, Denver Broncos
Denver had a need for tight end depth after sending Noah Fant to Seattle in the Russell Wilson trade. Dulcich is a seam-stretching receiving tight end who might not add much as a blocker in the pros. He was often used as a vertical target at UCLA, posting a class-high 12.9 aDOT during his four seasons. That led to a 17.6 YPR and class-best 11.1 YPT. He peaked with a 42-725-5 receiving line in 2021, which included a generous 21% target and 27% air-yards share. Like nearly every rookie tight end in NFL history, Dulcich is a long shot for 2022 fantasy value and will likely operate as a situational player behind starter Albert Okwuegbunam. Of course, Dulcich could eventually emerge as the team's starter, so he's worth stashing in dynasty.
No. 86: QB Malik Willis, Tennessee Titans
Projected by many to be an early first-round pick, Willis plummeted to Tennessee in the third round. The Liberty product is an intriguing prospect with a big arm and elite rushing talent, but his passing efficiency is a major concern. Willis struggled with accuracy (61% completion rate, 12.1% off-target rate), INTs (3.5% rate) and sacks (11.3% rate) last season, all of which were worst or second worst in this class. On the other hand, he was aggressive (10.2 aDOT, 13.8 YPC) and a major factor with his legs (146-1,227-13 rushing line, class-high 8.4 YPC and 13.7% scramble rate). Ryan Tannehill is the Titans' clear-cut starter, and that won't change as long as he's healthy and Tennessee is competing for a playoff spot. Of course, he's also entering his age-34 campaign, so Willis is a sensible pick as a developmental player. Willis has zero season-long value, but could someday emerge as a fantasy asset due to his rushing ability.
No. 88: WR Jalen Tolbert, Dallas Cowboys
2022 projection: 68 targets, 44 receptions, 537 yards, 4 TDs
Wide receiver was a need spot for Dallas after Amari Cooper and Cedrick Wilson departed during the offseason and with Michael Gallup recovering from a torn ACL. Tolbert progressively saw an increase in usage during four seasons at South Alabama, culminating with a 82-1,474-8 showing in 2021. The yardage total was highest in this rookie class and few players have been relied upon more by his team. Tolbert has handled a target share of at least 33% and an air-yard share of at least 53% each of the last two seasons. He's 6-foot-1 with 10-inch hands, decent wheels and the ability to play inside or out, but is a bit older than most rookies, faced light competition and will need to clean up the drops (eight in 2021). Tolbert's chief competition for No. 3 duties in a good Dallas offense is James Washington, so there's potential Year 1 fantasy value here (especially if Gallup isn't healthy early in the season). Keep him on your radar in the late rounds of your draft.
No. 91: RB Rachaad White, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Buccaneers lost Ronald Jones II during free agency and took a step toward replacing him in the third round. White is a big back with huge hands who lacks experience. He totaled 224 carries and 57 targets during 15 games at Arizona State. Most of that damage was done in 2021, as he posted a 182-1,006-15 rushing line while adding 43-456-1 in the passing game. White's rushing efficiency was pedestrian for the most part, though he eluded tackles at a good rate. He has the look of an impact receiving back in the pros, though he'll struggle for playing time for a while. Leonard Fournette is the Buccaneers' feature back, Giovani Bernard will help in obvious passing situations and 2020 third-round pick Ke'Shawn Vaughn is also in the mix. White doesn't have much season-long value, but is a fine dynasty hold.
No. 93: RB Tyrion Davis-Price, San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers spent a third-round pick on a running back for the second year in a row. Trey Sermon didn't work out last season, but they'll hope for better from Davis-Price. The LSU product is a big back who soaked up 379 carries and 40 targets during three seasons with the Tigers. He was busiest as a rusher last season (211-1,003-6 rushing line), but never quite emerged as a threat in the passing game (season high of 15 targets). Davis-Price's rushing and receiving efficiency were both poor during his career and that includes low-end showings in the YAC and FMT departments. He posted a decent 40 time (4.48) at the combine, but underwhelmed in the vertical and broad jump. He's young and has some tools, so there's some upside here, but playing time will elude him after Elijah Mitchell emerged as the team's lead back as a rookie in 2021. Davis-Price's primary value is in dynasty.
No. 94: QB Matt Corral, Carolina Panthers
2022 projection:155 of 254, 1,711 yards, 8 TDs, 7 INTs; 25 carries, 114 yards, 1 TD
It took until the third round of the draft, but Carolina finally added some competition for Sam Darnold. Corral is a conservative and efficient QB with the ability to make plays with his legs. In 2021, he ranked near the basement of this class in average depth of throw (7.8) and got a lot of post-catch help (class-high 7.7 RAC), but his 80.5 QBR trailed only Kenny Pickett and his 1.3% INT rate was best in class. Excluding sacks, Corral ran for a hefty 1,695 yards and 18 TDs on 275 carries over the last four seasons at Ole Miss. Unless Carolina trades for Baker Mayfield or Jimmy Garoppolo, Corral will be a strong bet to make multiple starts in 2022, but immediate fantasy value is a long shot. He's worth stashing in dynasty and superflex formats only.
No. 98: RB Brian Robinson Jr., Washington Commanders
Robinson is a huge, power back, who ranked at or near the top of this year's rookie class in weight (225 pounds), hand size and wingspan. He was used sparingly during his first three seasons at Alabama, but emerged as lead back in 2021, posting a 271-1,343-14 rushing line in 14 games and adding 35-296-2 as a receiver. Robinson has sufficient speed for his size and his collegiate elusiveness and tackle-breaking numbers were both strong. Robinson may eventually emerge as an early-down and goal-line back, but he may not be a big factor in the pass game. He's simply not going to play much in the short term with Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic locked in atop the depth chart, though he has some insurance appeal, as he'd leap into the flex discussion if Gibson were to miss time.
No. 99: WR David Bell, Cleveland Browns
2022 projection: 31 targets, 19 receptions, 230 yards, 1 TD
Bell enters the pros after a productive three-year stint at Purdue, in which he was heavily used as a short/intermediate target. Including a shortened 2020 campaign, Bell handled 26% of the targets and 36% of the air yards during his tenure. Impressively, he posted an 86-1,035-7 receiving line as an 18-year-old freshman in 2019. He's only 21, so there's plenty of room for development, though his combine showing raised several red flags, including a 4.65 40-yard dash (91 speed score), 118-inch broad jump and 4.57 short shuttle. Amari Cooper is the only wide receiver locked into a starting role, so Bell could make some early-career noise if he overtakes Anthony Schwartz and/or Donovan Peoples-Jones. Monitor his progress throughout the summer.
No. 101: TE Jeremy Ruckert, New York Jets
Ruckert is a big, slow, blocking tight end who totaled a 54-615-3 receiving line on 75 targets while appearing in 48 games at Ohio State. His career 5% target share is second lowest in this tight end rookie class and his 1.0 YPRR is easily the lowest. He appears to be a long shot for consistent targets in the pros and figures to be more valuable to his team than he is in fantasy. He'll open his career as a situational blocker behind C.J. Uzomah and Tyler Conklin.
No. 105: WR Danny Gray, San Francisco 49ers
Gray caught 69 balls during the 2018-19 seasons at Blinn Junior College before transferring to SMU in 2020. He posted a solid 82-1,251-13 receiving line during two campaigns at SMU, handling an 18% target share when active. Gray's career 9.0 RAC is best in this rookie class. He's on the thin side and had drop issues (7.4% rate), but he ran a strong 4.33 40-yard dash at the combine and looks like a capable depth receiver and returner. He'll open his career as a depth player barring a surprise Deebo Samuel trade. Don't draft him in season-long formats, but he's worth stashing in dynasty.