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1. Oct 2
   Why Denzel Boston should be on the radar for all fantasy managers

   Why Denzel Boston should be on the radar for all fantasy managers

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2. Oct 2
   Boston brought in four of seven targets for 89 yards in the Browns' 27-24 win over the Steelers on Thursday.

   The impressive start to Boston's NFL career continued Thursday, with the rookie second-round pick leading the Browns in receiving yards and tying for runner-up status with Quinshon Judkins in targets. The bulk of Boston's production came on an impressive 60-yard reception to kick off an early second-quarter possession that culminated in a Judkins two-yard touchdown run. Boston has quickly amassed a 13-284-2 line on 22 targets through his first four career games, affording him plenty of momentum heading into a Week 5 road matchup against the Jets on Sunday, Oct. 11.

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3. Oct 1
   Fantasy football: Six players to trade for, two to pick up

   Over the first couple of weeks in this space, we focused on the players failing to meet preseason expectations. Justin Herbert, Colston Loveland and Marvin Harrison Jr. have had rough starts that forced managers to make tough decisions for their lineups. So, I wanted to write something more positive heading into Week 4, looking at the fantasy targets who are playing at a higher level or showing flashes that point to potential upside. Volume receivers in the pass game, a quarterback throwing with consistency from the pocket in a big-time offense and the rookies jumping off the tape. Below are eight ascending players to consider trading for or adding to your rosters. Six players to trade for DJ Moore, WR, Buffalo Bills This is an ideal time to get Moore in a trade. He had an early shoulder injury in the Week 2 game versus Detroit that wiped out his day (minus-0.1 points), and he followed that up with six receptions for 67 yards (12.3 points) in the Bills' Week 3 win over the Chargers. But if we look deeper at the numbers, plus his route deployment, Moore has excellent value in an explosive Bills offense. In Weeks 1 and 3, when Moore played a full game, he saw at least eight targets, with a target share of 33.5%, a number that jumps to 50% on third downs. Moore is also the vertical option for Josh Allen, as he's already seen six targets of 15 or more air yards. Plus, the Bills can scheme for Moore as a motion/movement player, getting him free access off the ball to beat man coverage or targeting him on boot and screen concepts. The Bills are going to score points at a high rate, and Moore is the top target in this offense. Don't be surprised if Moore produces some WR1 weeks. Jared Goff, QB, Detroit Lions Goff is scoring 21.2 fantasy PPG despite very limited rushing totals (15 yards) because he's one of the league's best pocket throwers. Goff has completed 70.6% of passes this season, and he has at least two touchdown throws in all three games. He's a rhythm passer in an offense scoring 31.0 PPG (third most), and that Detroit defense is really struggling to find an identity (allowing a league-worst 31.7 PPG), which can lead to more shootouts for Goff. Now, can you get Goff in a trade? The arrow is pointing up, but let's look for managers in 10- or 12-team leagues who drafted Goff as their QB2. Make a move now because Goff can be used as a matchup-based starter, and his upcoming schedule (@CAR, @ARI, BYE, GB) looks really good. He's going to get you 16 to 18 points a week, and we can win with that. Parker Washington, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars The value is up for Washington, as he's scoring 16.4 fantasy PPG, while seeing a target share of 30.3%. He has caught a touchdown in two of three games played. Maybe you have to offer more than you would have at the beginning of the season. I get it. However, Washington is playing in a contract year (which matters), and his deployment in Liam Coen's system — with inside/outside flex — leads to weekly production. We know Washington can uncover from slot alignments, but he also brings a vertical presence to the field. Washington currently owns a vertical route rate of 45.7%, and he's caught six of 10 targets on throws of 15 or more air yards (with two touchdowns). So, you're not making a move for just a traditional slot guy here. Instead, you're getting a glider in the route tree (at multiple levels) who will see steady volume from Trevor Lawrence. He should be locked in as a WR2. Matthew Golden, WR, Green Bay Packers Golden had 21 points in the Week 3 loss to the Falcons, and he's scoring 15.4 points a game. The volume is up, too, as Golden has seen 12 targets in two of three games played, which includes three end zone targets on the season. And the numbers fit for a team that has been more pass-heavy due to the lack of a difference-maker in the running back room with Josh Jacobs still on the commissioner exempt list. The Packers signed several free agent offensive linemen this week, which mes

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4. Sep 29
   Boston caught two of four targets for 41 yards during the Browns' 21-18 win over the Panthers on Sunday. He also caught a two-point conversion.

   The rookie second-rounder was held without a catch until the fourth quarter, when he caught 28- and 13-yard passes from Deshaun Watson before the duo connected on a two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter to extend the Browns' lead to three points. Boston was unable to record a touchdown catch for a third-straight game, though he still finished Sunday's contest as the Browns' second-leading receiver behind tight end Harold Fannin (51). Boston, Fannin and rookie first-rounder KC Concepcion will continue to serve as Watson's top targets in the passing game, with Jerry Jeudy and Isaiah Bond working in rotation. Boston will take a 9-195-2 receiving line (on 15 targets) into Thursday's AFC North showdown against the Steelers.

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5. Sep 22
   Fantasy football free agent pickups: Dalton Schultz, Jonah Coleman highlight top options for Week 3

   Each Monday, before the current NFL week ends, we will identify players worthy of your attention available in at least 50% of ESPN standard leagues. Things change quickly for player valuation and roles each week in the NFL, and free agency is a critical way to acquire players. We are here to help! Top pickup options at every position Looking for the top recommendation at each skill position? Look no further! Here are the players to target heading into Week 3, along with their current roster percentages and a recommendation of how much of your free agent budget (FAB) you should consider using for your bid.  Tyler Shough, QB, Saints (rostered in 49.7% of leagues, 10-15% of your FAB) Last week's most recommended QB remains available in barely more than half of ESPN's standard leagues, though likely not for long after yet another solid performance (22.38 points) in a road win against the mighty Baltimore Ravens. This week, the New Orleans Saints host the unbeaten Las Vegas Raiders. Ignore the records. It's a positive matchup. Shough looks like more than a streamer, too, especially since the NFC South doesn't exactly feature top defensive teams and the Saints haven't played any division games yet. Jonah Coleman, RB, Broncos (15.2% rostered, 10-12% FAB) Starter J.K. Dobbins (hamstring) wasn't doing so much when he left the game in the second half, having scored just 3.6 points, and rookie Coleman helped spark the offense with his 14.8 points, including a touchdown run. Coleman, a fourth-round pick from Washington, barely played in Week 1, but now he might be his team's starter for this week against the Los Angeles Rams — pending the status of Dobbins and RJ Harvey (also a hamstring issue) — and perhaps beyond.  Denzel Boston, WR, Browns (26.4%, 8-10% FAB): The rookie Boston scored a touchdown in a blowout Week 1 loss. It was nice, but not really a reason to trust him in Week 2. Then he scored another TD on Sunday. Now, he is quite intriguing, even considering Cleveland's QB situation. Boston is averaging 22 yards per reception through two games. If you wish to invest in a Browns receiver, Boston is the top option over fellow rookie KC Concepcion (57.6%) and the quite invisible Jerry Jeudy (22.1%). Dalton Schultz, TE, Texans (21.3%, 2% FAB): Schultz was the main (and perhaps only) beneficiary of the Nico Collins (hamstring) injury, catching 12 passes for 140 yards and achieving 26 fantasy points. No other member of the Houston Texans reached six catches or 40 receiving yards. We really shouldn't be so surprised, though. Schultz ended last season with 82 receptions — tied for third among tight ends — and 10th at the position in fantasy points. He might lack the upside of other top tight ends, but his is a relatively high floor, whether Collins plays or not. Other quarterbacks Jordan Love, Packers (44.7%, 10% FAB): Love is a bit more rostered now than he was last week, and those who relied on him enjoyed a modest 13.8 fantasy points Sunday. Love completed only 16 passes for 145 yards, though two of those throws went for touchdowns. Why recommend Love? The Packers host the seemingly dreadful Atlanta Falcons this week. If you need a QB in Week 3, Love remains a solid streamer. Bryce Young, Panthers (34.3%, 5% FAB): Young has started the season with consecutive three-TD performances, though it remains a bit difficult to tell if this is a true breakout or just the fruit of a friendly early-season schedule. After all, he has faced the Chicago Bears and the Falcons. Perhaps Young really is a QB1 option this season. It seems unlikely, but one can do worse than look his way for Week 3 against the Cleveland Browns. Kyler Murray, Vikings (49.9%, 3% FAB): Veteran Carson Wentz had his chance against what everyone said was a terrible Bears defense — and he could not produce even a single touchdown. His Minnesota Vikings won the game, but Wentz did little to prove he should start in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over Murray, who shoul

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