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Wide receivers are one of the most critical components, and a core building block, for all fantasy football teams. This is especially true in PPR formats, where fantasy owners are rewarded for every catch that a wide receiver makes. We are here to help you plan your wide receiver draft strategy, and to target the right players on each NFL team.
Below are our 2015 fantasy football wide receiver depth charts as of Week 14 of the NFL and fantasy football season. For each team you will find the primary wide receiver (WR1), the secondary wide receiver (WR2), the third wide receiver (WR3), and dynasty values. Players listed under "Dynasty Value" have added value in dynasty/keeper league formats and can be targeted on draft day.
It’s important to stay on top of the wide receiver situations and any depth chart changes throughout each week of the fantasy football season, so be sure to check back regularly. By staying on top of all the depth charts changes, preseason position battles, and in-season injuries, you can draft the right receivers, adjust your rosters off the waiver wire, find sleepers, potential breakouts, and dominate your fantasy football leagues.
All WR1/WR2/WR3 listings are based off current Fantasy Football projections, not NFL depth chart values. Players listed under "Dynasty Value" have increased value in a Dynasty league.
AFC EAST: Fantasy Football Wide Receiver (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Questionable | Patriots | Danny Amendola | Brandon LaFell | Keshawn Martin | N/A |
| Solid | Jets | Brandon Marshall | Eric Decker | Jeremy Kerley | N/A |
| Solid | Bills | Sammy Watkins | Robert Woods | Chris Hogan | Sammy Watkins |
| Solid | Dolphins | Jarvis Landry | DeVante Parker | Kenny Stills | DeVante Parker |
Danny Amendola has occupied the Julian Edelman/possession role, which makes him an every-week WR2 in the New England offense. Brandon LaFell has been problematic to say the least, dropping balls and missing routes far too often. The returns of Rob Gronkowski and Edelman can't some soon enough for the suddenly slipping Patriots.
It's the Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker show in New York (ahem, New Jersey), as both received 12 or more targets again last week. Both can be considered top-25 wide receivers every week, with Decker being a bit more reliant on the end zone for fantasy value.
The Bills simply don't throw the ball enough for there to be much value from the wide receiver position. Sammy Watkins is the clear top talent, but he doesn't see enough targets to be trustworthy on a consistent basis. He's a risky WR2, but in the playoffs it might be worth it to take the risk--his ceiling is absurdly high.
Jarvis Landry is the target-hog in Miami, and will be a surefire WR2 all season. He could be higher, but he simply doesn't get in the end zone--plus it's tough to rack up fantasy points when the Dolphins are barely moving the ball. Miami switched to a more run-heavy game plan in Week 13 and should continue to do so, which doesn't bode well for Landry or the newly-promoted Parker's prospects.
AFC WEST: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | Broncos | Demaryius Thomas | Emmanuel Sanders | Andre Caldwell | Cody Latimer |
| Solid | Chiefs | Jeremy Maclin | Albert Wilson | De'Anthony Thomas | Chris Conley |
| Solid | Raiders | Amari Cooper | Michael Crabtree | Seth Roberts | Amari Cooper |
| Solid | Chargers | Stevie Johnson (INJ) | Malcolm Floyd | Dontrelle Inman (INJ) | Keenan Allen |
Demaryius Thomas got back on the horse with a decent 6-61-1 line in Week 13, but as he did Emmanuel Sanders fell off (3-19-0). Brock Osweiler simply isn't the type of quarterback who can produce two fantasy studs per game, and I'm afraid it's going to be a guessing game which one has the good week.
No one outside of Jeremy Maclin is startable on the Chiefs, and even he is a hit-or-miss WR2 with the conservative Alex Smith under center.
The Raiders offense is fantasy-relevant for the first time in recent memory, and as long as Derek Carr is playing well both Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree are low-end WR2s. While many expected the rookie Cooper to be the clear top option, this has evolved into more of a 1A/1B situation, with Cooper being the more productive of the two recently. I wouldn't feel comfortable starting either against Denver this week, but at this point you likely don't have better options.
With Keenan Allen lost for the year to a lacerated kidney, everyone on the Chargers depth chart moves up a spot, with Dontrelle Inman likely sliding into three-wide sets with Johnson and Floyd. Unfortunately both Johnson and Inman are banged-up, and it could be Malcolm Floyd and Javontee Herndon shouldering the load for the awful Chargers offense in Week 14.
AFC NORTH: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | Ravens | Kamar Aiken | Chris Givens | Jeremy Butler | Breshad Perriman |
| Solid | Steelers | Antonio Brown | Martavis Bryant | Markus Wheaton | Martavis Bryant |
| Solid | Bengals | A.J. Green | Marvin Jones | Mohamed Sanu | N/A |
| Solid | Browns | Travis Benjamin | Brian Hartline | Taylor Gabriel | N/A |
Like with Keenan Allen in San Diego, the loss of Steve Smith for the year means that everyone else on the Ravens depth chart moves up a spot. Kamar Aiken has led the Ravens in targets in each of the last three weeks, and if that kind of usage remains consistent he could develop into a low-end WR2. Chris Givens is talented enough as a deep threat to merit an add-and-stash in leagues with 12 or more teams. Unfortunately the Ravens will be taking on the Seahawks in Week 14, and possibly with Jimmy Clausen under center--bench any and all Ravens pass-catchers.
No need to go into detail about Pittsburgh--Martavis Bryant is a low-end WR1, Antonio Brown is THE WR1, and Markus Wheaton is an interesting flex option. Start your Steelers, sit back and smile.
Andy Dalton has gotten back on track in the last threee weeks, and A.J. Green has benefited significantly. He's a locked-in WR1 most weeks, with Marvin Jones being a desperation flex play.
Johnny Manziel is back, and for me that means all Cleveland pass-catchers get a bump down. Travis Benjamin and Taylor Gabriel are questionable as of Friday morning, but the general consensus is that they will play. Nothing to like here besides Benjamin as a flex, and Hartline only if Benjamin doesn't play.
AFC SOUTH: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | Colts | T.Y. Hilton | Donte Moncrief | Andre Johnson | Phillip Dorsett, Donte Moncrief |
| Solid | Texans | DeAndre Hopkins | Cecil Shorts III | Nate Washington | Jaelen Strong |
| Volatile | Titans | Kendall Wright | Dorial Green-Beckham | Dexter McCluster | Dorial Green-Beckham, Kendall Wright |
| Questionable | Jaguars | Allen Robinson | Allen Hurns | Bryan Walters | Allen Robinson, Allen Hurns, Marqise Lee |
Matt Hasselbeck has been serviceable as a backup, but he doesn't sling it around enough to trust anybody on this team as more than a WR2. Hilton is the clear top option still, but Moncrief should see enough volume to justify a flex role on most fantasy teams.
DeAndre Hopkins is a top-three fantasy wide receiver thanks to his position in the highest-volume passing attack in the NFL and insane skills. Cecil Shorts is the only other receiver you'll consider as a flex option on any given week thanks again to the volume.
The Titans depth chart is worth keeping an eye on. Kendall Wright is back healthy, and he'll be a flex option most weeks. It's difficult to trust any other receivers, although Dorial Green-Beckham has been flashing his abilities on-and-off recently. I like Dexter McCluster as the third option even if he typically operates out of the backfield (he's RB/WR eligible on ESPN and many other platforms).
Allen Robinson is the most talented receiver in Jacksonville, but it wouldn't surprise me if it was Allen Hurns who leads the Jaguars in production this week. Robinson will likely be shadowed by Vontae Davis, leaving Hurns to run wild over the rest of the shoddy Colts secondary, as he did in Week 4 (11-116-1).
NFC EAST: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | Giants | Odell Beckham | Rueben Randle | Dwayne Harris | Odell Beckham Jr. |
| Solid | Eagles | Jordan Matthews | Riley Cooper | Josh Huff | Josh Huff, Nelson Agholor, Jordan Matthews |
| Solid | Cowboys | Dez Bryant | Terrance Williams | Cole Beasley | Dez Bryant |
| Questionable | Redskins | Desean Jackson | Pierre Garcon | Jamison Crowder | N/A |
The Giants pecking order is simple--Beckham is a clear WR1, while Randle is a flex option at best.
I don't even know what to write about the Eagles offense. I thought the switch to Mark Sanchez would benefit Jordan Matthews, but he's been just as disappointing as Bradford was. Matthews is the only player you should ever consider starting, and you've gotta be pretty desperate to do so. This team thrives on its defense and with the running game--okay, "thrives" is a bit strong. The point is you're avoiding the Philly passing game at all costs.
With Tony Romo lost for the rest of the season, the Cowboys become a fantasy quagmire (thanks to ESPN's Matthew Berry for the term) outside of Darren McFadden. There is even speculation that Dez Bryant could be shut down in this lost season.
It's still hard to trust any of the Washington wide receivers, particularly against solid secondaries. DeSean Jackson has the highest ceiling, but unless he reels in a deep ball you'll be left disappointed most weeks. Garcon and Crowder are desperation flex plays in the deepest of leagues.
NFC WEST: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | 49ers | Anquan Boldin | Torrey Smith | Quinton Patton | N/A |
| Solid | Seahawks | Doug Baldwin | Tyler Lockett | Jermaine Kearse | Tyler Lockett |
| Solid | Cardinals | Larry Fitzgerald | Michael Floyd | John Brown | John Brown |
| Questionable | Rams | Tavon Austin | Kenny Britt | Wes Welker | N/A |
Blaine Gabbert...QB2? Probably not, but he's been as serviceable as you could ask for. Anquan Boldin continues to turn back the clock, and has reclaimed fantasy WR3 status for the time being. Nobody else is worth a look, unless you're feeling saucy and want to roll the dice on Torrey Smith.
Over the past four weeks, Doug Baldwin has been one of the most productive fantasy wide receivers in the league. The new-found competence in the Seattle passing game has made him a bona fide WR2, and the good times should continue to roll against the Ravens in Week 14.
Larry Fitzgerald is still the top dog in Arizona, but after him it's gotten a bit cloudy. John Brown and Michael Floyd seem to be jockeying back and forth each week for the number two job, and it's become hard to judge which will see the most success. I believe that Brown is the safer option, while Floyd has the most upside as a deep threat.
Todd Gurley is the focal point of the Rams offense, but Tavon Austin is not without value. He's actually second on the Rams in rushing yards, and is their clear top fantasy receiver. Don't get cute though--you're not even rostering anyone else at this point. This offense is so bad that you can't even feel great starting Gurley anymore.
NFC NORTH: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR) Depth Charts
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Solid | Packers | Randall Cobb | Davante Adams | James Jones | Davante Adams, Ty Montgomery |
| Solid | Lions | Calvin Johnson | Golden Tate | Lance Moore | N/A |
| Solid | Bears | Alshon Jeffery | Eddie Royal (INJ) | Marquess Wilson | Kevin White |
| Questionable | Vikings | Stefon Diggs | Mike Wallace | Jarius Wright | N/A |
Damn these Packers. I keep rooting for them to turn things around, and they just won't do it. Randall Cobb is still the safest option, but he's barely a top-25 wide receiver. I'm really hoping he can finally go big now that the fantasy playoffs are here, but I'm certainly not risking another dud with a season on the line. Adams and Jones are hit-or-miss flex plays at this point until we see otherwise.
Megatron has returned to form lately, and erupted on Thanksgiving to the tune of an 8-93-3 line. He's a low-end WR1 as long as Matthew Stafford is playing well (which he is) and Golden Tate has crept back into WR3 territory.
Jay Cutler and Alshon Jeffery are a lethal tandem, but that can only be the case when Alshon is on the field. He's healthy for the time being, and is an every-week WR1. Eddie Royal is perpetually questionable and/or out, and with Jeffery on the field you can't trust any other receiver.
Stefon Diggs has faded back into fantasy irrelevance along with the rest of the Vikings wide receiver corps. This is Adrian Peterson's offense, and none of these wide receivers are startable at the moment--Diggs is no longer worth the roster spot. I'd feel better handcuffing one of my better players for the playoffs.
NFC SOUTH: Fantasy Football Wide Receivers (WR)
| Baller Stability Rating | Team Name |
Primary Wide Receiver (WR1) | Second Wide Receiver (WR2) | WR3 & Longshots | Dynasty Value |
| Questionable | Saints | Brandin Cooks (INJ) | Willie Snead (INJ) | Brandon Coleman | Brandin Cooks, Willie Snead |
| Questionable | Falcons | Julio Jones | Roddy White | Justin Hardy | N/A |
| Volatile | Panthers | Ted Ginn Jr. | Jerricho Cotchery | Devin Funchess | Devin Funchess, Kelvin Benjamin |
| Solid | Buccaneers | Mike Evans | Vincent Jackson | Adam Humphries | Mike Evans |
Brandin Cooks was diagnosed with a concussion earlier this week, and his status for Week 14 is highly in doubt. Willie Snead is also questionable, meaning that it could be Brandon Coleman occupying the WR1 spot come Sunday. If both Cooks and Snead are out, Coleman is an interesting flex play, particularly with Mark Ingram lost for the season.
The Falcons situation is simple--there's Julio Jones, and that's pretty much it. Tight end Jacob Tamme is the second option and Roddy White is a mere afterthought at this point.
Sure enough, as soon as I write off Ted Ginn, he explodes. He posted a 5-80-2 line in Week 13, but he also had some bad drops. There is no one in this corps that produces consistently enough to be started for fantasy purposes, but I'd be grabbing Devin Funchess in keeper/dynasty leagues right about now.
Mike Evans is back to being a low-end WR1, and should continue to be for the foreseeable future. After a three-week hiatus, Vincent Jackson is back as the number two option on the team. He's a solid WR3 when Jameis Winston is playing well, and he certainly has been lately.
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