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Brock Bowers had a legendary rookie season. He finished as the TE3 in fantasy points per game. He logged the most receptions, receiving yards, PPR fantasy points per game, and targets for a rookie tight end EVER! Insane, insane production. Last year, among 47 qualifying tight ends, he remained stellar, ranking second in target share (23.6%), third in receiving yards per game (70.2), fifth in yards per route run (2.11), and sixth in first downs per route run (0.108, per Fantasy Points Data). With more target competition added in the offseason with the additions of Jack Bech and Dont'e Thornton, we'll see if Bowers can reproduce this type of season in year two, but I won't be betting against him with improved quarterback play with Geno Smith now under center. Bowers is worth paying up for in drafts as a difference-making option at a onesie position.
As a rookie, Johnson emerged as the Giants' top tight end after the retirement of Darren Waller. He caught 29 passes for 331 yards and one touchdown in 12 games before suffering a season-ending foot injury. Theo Johnson is a talented and athletic all-around tight end with a chance to see a significant role in the Giants' offense. However, his college production, injury history, and the state of the Giants' offense make him a risky pick for fantasy purposes. He's best viewed as a late-round flyer or streaming option for now.
Sanders had a relatively quiet rookie season, recording 33 receptions for 342 yards and one touchdown on 43 targets. Those numbers do show that he caught 76% of his targets and averaged 10.4 yards per reception, demonstrating his good hands and potential for gaining yards after the catch. Sanders dealt with a neck injury during his rookie year, which might have impacted his performance. He has returned to offseason workouts in improved shape. Likely to be the Panther's featured TE, his success depends heavily on Bryce Young's development as a quarterback. If Sanders and Young can build upon their chemistry, Sanders could very well be a Sleeper option in fantasy. For now, he is only draftable in very deep re-draft leagues.
As a rookie in 2024 AJ Barner played 17 games, catching 30 passes on 38 targets for 245 yards and 4 touchdowns. He operated as the Seahawks' No. 2 tight end behind Noah Fant. Despite being primarily a blocking tight end in college, he displayed solid pass-catching abilities. We see Barner as a low-end TE2 in fantasy leagues of 12 or more teams.