Who Should I Draft in the NFL?
If you’re wondering who to draft in your NFL fantasy football league, look no further! In this blog post, we’ll give you our top picks for each position.
Running Backs
In fantasy football, it is important to draft a running back early. A running back is the most important position in fantasy football because they score the most points. The top running backs in the NFL are Ezekiel Elliot, Le’Veon Bell, and Todd Gurley.
Saquon Barkley- New York Giants
Saquon Barkley is a running back for the New York Giants. He was drafted in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He played college football at Penn State.
Barkley is considered one of the best running backs in the NFL. He is a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018. Barkley has set multiple franchise and league records.
Ezekiel Elliott- Dallas Cowboys
Ezekiel Elliott is a Running Back for the Dallas Cowboys. He was drafted 4th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft. In his rookie year, he led the league in rushing yards with 1,631 yards and 15 touchdowns. He was named First-team All-Pro and was selected to the Pro Bowl. In 2017, he ran for 983 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Alvin Kamara- New Orleans Saints
Alvin Kamara is a Saints running back who was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2017 NFL draft. He had a breakout rookie season, rushing for 728 yards and 8 touchdowns while also catching 81 passes for 826 yards and 5 touchdowns. He was named a first-team All-Pro and was selected to the Pro Bowl.
Kamara had an even better 2018 season, rushing for 997 yards and 14 touchdowns while also catching 81 passes for 709 yards and 4 touchdowns. He was again named a first-team All-Pro and was selected to the Pro Bowl.
Kamara is one of the most dynamic running backs in the NFL, and he should be drafted in the first round of all fantasy football drafts in 2019.
Wide Receivers
In the NFL, wide receivers are some of the most important and impactful players on the field. They have the ability to make or break a play, and can often be the difference between a win and a loss. With that in mind, who should you draft in the NFL if you’re looking to add a wide receiver to your team?
DeAndre Hopkins- Houston Texans
DeAndre Hopkins is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. He has great hands and is a very reliable target for his quarterback, Deshaun Watson. Hopkins is a big playmaker and has the ability to take over a game. He is also a very good route runner.
Julio Jones- Atlanta Falcons
Julio Jones is one of the most physically gifted wide receivers in NFL history. At 6’3” and 220 pounds, he has a rare combination of size, speed, and strength that makes him a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses.
Jones was drafted 6th overall by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2011 NFL Draft, and he has been selected to six Pro Bowls in his nine-year career. He is a four-time First-Team All-Pro, and he was the NFL’s receiving yards leader in 2015.
In his nine seasons with the Falcons, Jones has amassed over 11,000 receiving yards and 62 touchdown receptions. He is widely considered to be one of the best wide receivers in the NFL, and he shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. If you are looking for a wide receiver to help lead your fantasy team to glory, Julio Jones is a great option.
Davante Adams- Green Bay Packers
Davante Adams is one of the most consistent wide receivers in the NFL. Over the past three seasons, Adams has caught at least 74 passes for 885 yards and 10 touchdowns. He is the number one wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers, and he has a great rapport with quarterback Aaron Rodgers. In 2018, Adams was ranked as the sixth-best wide receiver in the NFL by PFF.
Quarterbacks
The quarterback is the most important position in the NFL. They are the leaders of their team and are responsible for getting the ball to the playmakers on offense. When drafting a quarterback, you want to look for someone who is accurate, has a strong arm, and can make good decisions.
Patrick Mahomes- Kansas City Chiefs
In his third NFL season, Mahomes took the league by storm, leading the Chiefs to a 12-4 record and throwing for an incredible 5,097 yards and 50 TDs, with just 12 INTs. He also added 276 rushing yards and two more TDs on the ground. His performance earned him NFL MVP honors, and he became the first Chief to do so since Hall of Famer Len Dawson in 1962.
Tom Brady- New England Patriots
A future Hall of Famer, Brady has earned his spot as one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. He has led the Patriots to nine Super Bowl appearances, winning six of them. He is a three-time MVP and 14-time Pro Bowler. Brady is considered one of the most clutch QBs in NFL history.
Drew Brees- New Orleans Saints
Drew Brees is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He is a member of the New Orleans Saints, and has been with the team since 2006. He has led the Saints to a Super Bowl victory, and has been selected to eleven Pro Bowls. In 2016, he was named the NFL Offensive Player of the Year.
Brees is known for his accuracy and efficiency as a passer. He holds NFL records for single-season passing yards, single-season completion percentage, and career passing yards. He is also one of only six quarterbacks to have thrown for over 70,000 yards in their career.
If you are looking for a quarterback that can provide you with consistent production, and who has a proven track record of success, then Drew Brees is a great option for you.
