These 10 NFL Rookies Are Potential Fantasy Busts in 2023
Can you feel it, folks?
We’re inching closer and closer to fantasy football draft season! Over the last few years, managers who’ve put a greater emphasis on grabbing rookies in their drafts have been rewarded with breakout stars and draft bargains the likes of Najee Harris, Kenneth Walker, Ja’Marr Chase and Garrett Wilson. Of course, a big part of that success is picking the right “big names” and avoiding those who fall into the bust category.
Also, the reality of this fantasy situation is that there are far more disappointments than rookies who blow up in the stat sheets. The main reasons for many first-year failures include struggling with the learning curve from college to the pros, landing on a team with a crowded depth chart or unexpected time missed due to injuries.
In an effort to avoid picking some of the potential busts from this year’s draft class, here’s my look at 10 rookies who could fail to meet expectations in Year One.
Note: Players are listed based on current average draft position (ADP) data.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Seahawks
Bryce Young, QB, Panthers
Quentin Johnston, WR, Chargers
Zay Flowers, WR, Ravens
Zach Charbonnet, RB, Seahawks
Josh Downs, WR, Colts
Jalin Hyatt, WR, Giants
Luke Schoonmaker, TE, Cowboys
Hendon Hooker, QB, Lions
Darnell Washington, TE, Steelers
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