Top Breakout Player Predictions

• 🚀 Ronald Jones is highlighted as a favorite breakout, with positive reports from Tampa Bay indicating he's catching the ball well and working with the first-team offense.
• 💡 D.J. Moore is considered a legitimate shot to be the number one wide receiver in PPR leagues, with an ADP around 36, making him a potential value pick.
• 🎯 Miles Sanders is seen as a perfect fit for a breakout year, with the Eagles letting Jordan Howard walk and indicating Sanders will be their lead back.
• 📈 Calvin Ridley is projected to be a top 10 wide receiver, benefiting from a high-volume offense and the departure of Mohamed Sanu, despite being drafted as WR16.
• 🌟 Kyler Murray is expected to improve significantly in his second year, with increased pass attempts, a higher touchdown rate, and the addition of DeAndre Hopkins, giving him top-10 upside.
• 🏈 Tyler Higbee is a potential breakout tight end, having been a significant part of the Rams' offense late last season, averaging 11 targets and over 20 PPR points per game in his final five contests.
• 💥 Mark Andrews has breakout potential due to the departure of Hayden Hurst, potentially leading to more routes run and increased targets, despite concerns about touchdown efficiency.
• 🏃 D.K. Metcalf is praised for his explosive size-speed combination and improvement as a route runner, with the potential to finish with a thousand yards alongside Tyler Lockett.
• 🎯 Darius Slayton is a breakout candidate, especially in non-PPR leagues, as the Giants' number one receiver, showing efficiency with eight touchdowns and 700 yards in 14 games last year.

Navigating the 2020 Season with COVID-19

• 🛡️ For leagues concerned about a normal season, consider pausing complex leagues like dynasty or keeper leagues and opting for simpler formats like a guillotine league or a basic redraft league with fewer starting positions.
• ➕ If maintaining your current league, adding bench spots (e.g., two to three more) or increasing the salary cap budget can help managers back up players in case of COVID-19 related absences.
• 🗓️ Commissioners should consider adjusting lineup lock times to immediately before a player's game starts, allowing flexibility for COVID-related news and roster changes.
• 💰 Payout structures should be clearly defined in advance, outlining scenarios for season cancellations or shortened seasons to prevent disputes.
• 🏥 Leagues on platforms like CBS Sports can utilize reserve COVID-19 spots on the IR to stash players who test positive without losing valuable roster space.

News and Notes

• 🤕 Nick Chubb is in the concussion protocol, which may impact his availability and fantasy value.
• 🏈 Ben Roethlisberger's throwing delivery has reportedly changed post-elbow surgery, raising concerns about his effectiveness and risk of re-injury.
• 🏃 Damian Harris is receiving significant first-team work for the Patriots, potentially making him a sleeper pick, especially with Sony Michel's injury status uncertain.

Food Review: Seattle Hot Dog

• 🌭 Dave Richard found the Seattle hot dog unimpressive, citing dull tastes from the cream cheese and unseasoned onions, suggesting jalapenos might be a necessary addition for flavor.