Fantasy football leagues are gearing up, with some drafts having already taken place and many more on the way. What better time to identify which players you really have an affinity for to target in your leagues? Below are 16 players I’ll be “planting my flag” on ahead of the 2023 NFL season. These are players I think will exceed expectations and outperform their average draft position. I’m hoping to get as much exposure to these players as possible this season, so these are the guys I’m adding to my queue and whom I suggest you keep on your radar.
Running backs
Nick Chubb, RB, Cleveland Browns
ADP: 17.2; Average salary cap draft value: 38.9
Chubb averaged 19.4 touches and 16.5 fantasy points per game last season. He finished the season as the RB5, but most of his fantasy production came prior to Deshaun Watson returning as the starter in Week 13. Don’t let that deter you. The Browns’ offense should be more efficient in 2023 with Watson fully acclimated, which should benefit both Chubb and the healthy Cleveland O-line that dealt with injuries but still finished 12th in run…
