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BALLER MOVE: Target ~25
CURRENT ADP: ~40
ANALYSIS: Keenan Allen returns to a revamped Los Angeles Chargers offense as the solidified target monster. The Los Angeles Chargers bolstered their offensive line notably in the NFL draft, selecting Forest Lamp and Dan Feeney. In addition to this, the Chargers also signed former Denver Broncos tackle, Russell Okung.
These massive upgrades should benefit Philip Rivers tremendously, allowing him more time in the pocket to let routes develop. The breakout of Melvin Gordon will keep defenses honest, and the emergence of Tyrell Williams and Hunter Henry will prevent double coverage. The uncertainty that Mike Williams will touch the field in 2017 also makes Allen an extremely appealing draft pick. In 2015, Allen averaged 20.3 fantasy points per game, and boasted a 75.3% catch rate.
Prior to lacerating his spleen, Allen was on pace to finish the 2015 season with 142 receptions for 1,577 yards, one reception shy of Marvin Harrison’s single season reception record. Averaging 8.4 receptions per game, along with a promising 13% hog rate, Allen was without a doubt Rivers’ favorite target.
Allen’s ADP is currently around 4.05, a more than sensible price tag considering he’s a potent WR1 when healthy, as well as a top 10 wide receiver in the NFL. A realistic comeback player of the year candidate, Keenan Allen is a gamble well worth taking.
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