Fantasy Football Rookies: Top 15 To Target In 2016
By Ben Almquist
Fantasy Football Rookies Number One Ezekial Elliot
Running Back – Dallas Cowboys
Full Time Starter: Ezekiel Elliot is the only player on this list that is a surefire starter in the 2016 NFL season. The Dallas Cowboys drafted him for that purpose. Elliot will get plenty of touches and opportunities behind what many consider to be the best offensive line in the NFL. Elliot is poised to have a very solid season this year.
Playing From Behind?: There are a lot of question surrounding the Dallas Cowboys in 2016. Can their defense hold up? Can their offense score enough points? These factors will have a direct effect on the number of touches that Ezekiel Elliot gets. If the rest of the team doesn’t play well, Elliot could see his fantasy value falter.
Draft Value – 2nd Round: Ezekiel Elliot is far and away the safest bet when it comes to drafting a rookie in this year’s fantasy drafts. Elliot is a starting running back behind a strong offensive line. That alone should allow him to average ten points per week in your standard scoring leagues. You will want to temper this with a reliable veteran, but Elliot figures to be a strong fantasy player.
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Guessing right on late round rookies can be the difference between winning your Fantasy Football league and missing the playoffs altogether. Rookies are often the best gambles as far as “boom or bust” players because they have the best chance of surprising you. Veteran players are more well-known, so you have an idea of what they will do. So make your investment, but make it smart.