Dynasty Fantasy Football Player News
JJ McCarthy drafted by Minnesota
FollowThe Minnesota Vikings drafted Michigan quarterback JJ McCarthy with the tenth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Dynasty Analysis
There was a lot of smoke about McCarthy being taken in the top five but he ended up falling to tenth pick where Minnesota was happy to scoop him up. The Vikings will likely hold an open competition between McCarthy and Sam Darnold but it certainly looks like McCarthy has been pegged as the future for the franchise. His upside is debatable in dynasty leagues as McCarthy may not be the most dynamic player in the draft but he does seem like one of the safer options. He looks like a late second or early third round pick in rookie drafts.
Rome Odunze drafted by Chicago
FollowThe Chicago Bears drafted wide receiver Rome Odunze with the ninth overall pick in the 2024 overall draft.
Dynasty Analysis
Many mock drafts had put Odunze at #9 to Chicago and that's exactly where he ended up. His dynasty prospects are going to be a little cloudy early as he attempts to navigate his way to targets with the likes of Keenan Allen and DJ Moore early in his career but he has the chops to be a dominant dynasty performer in time. His career arc should match that of Caleb Williams and while the early returns could be hit and miss he still looks like a top three wide receiver and top five rookie pick this off-season.
Herbert gets a new bodyguard
FollowThe fifth overall selection of left tackle Joe Alt gives Justin Herbert some much-needed blindside protection.
Dynasty Analysis
Herbert still faces a lack of pass-catching weapons as of the draft's first round. But the concern of a run ultra-heavy approach under new head coach Jim Harbaugh should subside – if only slightly – with the arrival of Alt. Herbert has struggled with injuries over the last two seasons, facing constant pressure when he is on the field. The pocket should solidify and Herbert should have significantly more time to throw with the upgrade at left tackle.
(Source: NFL.com)Michael Penix drafted by Atlanta
FollowWashington quarterback Michael Penix Jr was drafted 8th overall by the Atlanta Falcons.
Dynasty Analysis
Wow. Penix was reportedly rising up draft boards this off-season but few expected him to go in the top ten of the NFL Draft, no less to the Falcons, who had recently signed Kirk Cousins. Penix is now in place to back up Cousins for a year or more before taking over for Atlanta as their long-term answer. Unfortunately, his chance at a starting job is close to zero for this season and his draft stock in dynasty leagues is going to suffer as a result, Patience could be rewarded for dynasty managers but it's going to be tough to use a pick (and a roster spot) long-term for a lottery ticket like Penix. In short, this looks like a pick better in reality and fantasy and Penix is a serious wild card in dynasty rookie drafts as a result.
Kyler Murray gifted a major weapon
FollowMurray gets a new WR1 with the arrival of Marvin Harrison, Jr.
Dynasty Analysis
After missing half of the 2023 season rehabbing a torn ACL, and losing DeAndre Hopkins before the season and Marquise "Hollywood" Brown after the season, dynasty owners have been understandably skeptical of Murray. But the addition of Harrison gives Murray arguably the best weapon of his career. Previously ranked as QB10 with mid/late 2nd round ADP, Murray is poised to jump back into the first round for the first time since the ACL injury in 2022.
(Source: NFL.com)Malik Nabers drafted by the Giants
FollowThe New York Giants drafted LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers with the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Dynasty Analysis
The Giants reportedly flirted with many options in the draft (including maneuvering for a quarterback) but ended up grabbing Nabers with the sixth overall pick. It's hard to blame them as Nabers could honestly be the best receiver in this class. While Daniel Jones' health and overall play is still in question, Nabers should enter the season as the top pass catcher for the Giants and makes for an easy top-three pick in conventional dynasty rookie drafts this off-season.
McLaurin's stock up with Daniels' arrival
FollowThe top Washington pass-catcher gets an upgrade at QB with the selection of Jayden Daniels.
Dynasty Analysis
Currently ranked as WR35 in DLF's dynasty ranks, McLaurin could get the biggest value bump at the position with the QB change. A precision passer who is also a dangerous runner, Daniels is exactly what the Commanders needed to open up the offense. McLaurin figures to benefit the most as the Heisman-winning rookie's top receiving option, and could jump more than 10 spots into low end WR2 range.
(Source: NFL.com)Marvin Harrison Jr drafted by Arizona
FollowThe Arizona Cardinals drafted Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. with the fourth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Dynasty Analysis
The Cardinals decided to stand pat in the draft and took Harrison with the fourth overall selection. He should immediately take over as the top option for Kyler Murray in the desert and is in place to immediately become a big factor in dynasty leagues. Simply put, Harrison has the talent, pedigree and skill set to be an immediate WR1 and should be the top overall position player taken in rookie drafts this off-season.
Drake Maye drafted by New England
FollowThe New England Patriots drafted UNC quarterback Drake Maye with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Dynasty Analysis
The Patriots have hit the reset button with the first pick in the post-Bill Belichick era and took Maye with the third overall selection. He should have a solid chance to take over as the starter immediately and be given every opportunity to succeed. However, there are concerns here as Maye will not exactly be given a roster full of elite talent. Maye is in danger of some really serious adversity early in his career and may need to work through it. Regardless, Maye looks like a solid Superflex pick and a second rounder in conventional formats.
It's a three-year deal worth up to $96M, with $84M fully guaranteed for the 26 year-old superstar WR.
Dynasty Analysis
Brown's average yearly salary of $32M is the highest in the league among wide receivers, which demonstrates the confidence the Eagles still have in Brown. The extension – which will keep him in Philadelphia through his age 29 season – solidifies Brown as a top tier WR, with job security and an elite quarterback. Brown was already viewed as a top five dynasty WR by DLF rankers, and there may not be a lot of room to move up, but dynasty players can continue to confidently value him as a top end WR1.
(Source: Adam Schefter on X)