The Fis4FF Deep Dive Series is where I go into depth about all 32 NFL teams from a fantasy football perspective. Here, I will discuss each team in depth in each division, in each conference. 

The 4th conference in this series is the NFC North!

NOTE: Final Projections will be released in September

Opening Thoughts

The NFC North is looking to be one of the most competitive divisions in 2024. Two of the teams here are looking to build their new culture after finishing an offensive offseason overhaul, while the two others are looking to make splashes as the new NFC contenders. 

The Vikings were looking to bounce back from their wild card upset in 2022, but instead experienced an up and down season. Throughout the season, they experienced four different quarterback changes after Kirk Cousins tore his Achilles in week 8. The Vikings also lost Jefferson to injury for nearly two months as well. Despite battling back and beating teams who were arguably more talented than they were, the Vikes ended up missing the playoffs in 2023. With Cousins in Atlanta now, Minnesota has pivoted over to youth, drafting QB JJ McCarthy in the first round, hoping he can be their next franchise star.

The Bears also struggled with injury at QB position, with Justin Fields missing a decent portion of time. While they missed the playoffs as well, the team played much better during the latter portion of the season. Thanks to Carolina’s terrible season, the Bears were gifted the first pick in the 2024 NFL draft, alongside their own 9th pick, selecting two game changers in Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze. Both look to be centerpieces in the offense for years to come.

The Lions experienced one of their best seasons in recent memory. Lions fans and football fans rejoiced to see a team who was a dumpster fire for years, finally be good again. Led by Dan Campbell, the Lions were one of the best teams in the league, having a strong rushing attack and great passing game. The Lions were a few plays away from making the Super Bowl, but now they have a lot to live up to in 2024. 

Finally, the Packers shocked a lot of football fans, as the youngest team in the league, led by first-year starter Jordan Love, made the playoffs and actually won a game. They started off very slow, starting 2-5, but finishing the rest of the season 7-3. In 2024, Green Bay will look to build off their momentum, as they hope their young players step up to becoming stars in the league.

Discussing Last Season

From a fantasy perspective, the Vikings were a pretty solid team, hurt by injuries. While the Vikings finished 22nd in the league in PPG, that does not tell the full story. Before Cousins got hurt in week 8, they were 15th in the league in PPG (21.9 PPG). Once Cousins was replaced by a mix of Joshua Dobbs, Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall, they dropped down to 18.8 PPG. Cousins was playing some of his best football, standing at the QB6 overall before the injury. 

Justin Jefferson was also playing some of his best ball as well, standing at WR6 overall before leaving in week 5 early with a hamstring. Jefferson did come back in week 14, and did finish with 1,000 yards overall, despite missing 7 games of action and leaving early in two. Rookie Jordan Addison played well as a rookie, finishing as the WR23 overall, with 911 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns.

The Bears did not have anyone really fantasy relevant on this team, except for DJ Moore. Moore finished with his best season yet, in both real life and fantasy, finishing as the WR6 overall in PPR scoring. Fields was the QB9 before exiting in week 7, and finished as the QB18 overall. 

The Lions were easily one of the best fantasy teams in the league last season. From top to bottom, they were amazing to have. They were the 5th best offense in the league in terms of PPG (27.1), and it showed throughout the fantasy season. Jared Goff finished as the QB7 overall, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery finished as the RB10 and RB7, respectively. Amon-Ra St. Brown finished as the WR3 and Sam LaPorta finished as the TE1. Talk about efficiency and league-winning upside!

While no team was the Lions in terms of fantasy, the Packers were a solid and underrated team for fantasy. Green Bay sported the 12th best offense in the league from a PPG perspective (22.5), and despite having tons of young pieces, provided a bit of consistency in fantasy. Jordan Love was the QB5 overall, with rookie WR Jayden Reed finishing as the WR25 in PPR as well. Love also led WR Romeo Doubs to WR36 in PPR scoring. Where there was some inconsistency was at the running back position. RB Aaron Jones looked poised to finish as a top-12 RB, but injuries held him out for parts of the season, leaving him to finish as the RB37 overall. 

Key Additions and Departures

Minnesota Additions 

Sam Darnold, QB (signed in FA)

J.J. McCarthy, QB (10th pick in ‘24 NFL Draft)

Aaron Jones, RB (signed in FA)

Trent Sherfield, WR (signed in FA)

Minnesota Departures 

Kirk Cousins, QB (signed to Atlanta in FA)

Joshua Dobbs, QB (signed to San Francisco in FA)

Alexander Mattison, RB (signed to Las Vegas in FA)

KJ Osborn, WR (signed to New England in FA)

Chicago Additions 

Caleb Williams, QB (1st pick in ‘24 NFL Draft)

D’Andre Swift, RB (signed in FA)

Keenan Allen, WR (traded from Los Angeles)

Rome Odunze, WR (9th pick in ‘24 NFL Draft)

Gerald Everett, TE (signed in FA)

Chicago Departures 

Justin Fields, QB (traded to Pittsburgh)

D’Onta Foreman, RB (signed to Cleveland in FA)

Darnell Mooney, WR (signed to Atlanta in FA)

Equanimeous St. Brown, WR (signed to New Orleans in FA)

Detroit Additions 

N/A

Detroit Departures 

Josh Reynolds, WR (signed to Denver in FA)

Green Bay Additions 

Michael Pratt, QB (245th pick in ‘24 NFL Draft)

Josh Jacobs, RB (signed in FA)

MarShawn Lloyd, RB (88th pick in ‘24 NFL Draft)

Green Bay Departures 

Aaron Jones, RB (signed to Minnesota in FA)

Josiah Deguara, TE (signed to Jacksonville in FA) 

Key Players / My Personal Tiered Rankings

Each relevant fantasy player on this team will be discussed in depth, separated by must draft players, solid players to have, deep sleepers and players to avoid. Some teams may have more fantasy starters than others, some may have less. I will also discuss if they are a current value or if they are someone who is going too high at their ADP.

Tier I: Must Draft Players 

Minnesota

Justin Jefferson (WR4, ADP 6)

2023 Stats: 100 Tgts., 68 Rec., 1,074 Rec. Yds., 5 TDs (WR33 Finish – 10 Games)

2024 Projections: 106 Rec., 1,466 Rec. Yds., 7 TDs 

• Before injuring his hamstring in week 5 against the Chiefs, Jefferson was the WR1 overall in fantasy, with his lowest outing being 24 PPR points. He was averaging 114 receiving yards a game and if he continued, could very well have been the first ever player to have 2,000 receiving yards in a season. Even when we came back in week 14, playing against the likes of Joshua Dobbs, Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall, he was the WR3 overall, showing his true elite status as one of the game’s greats. 
• Coming into 2024, the question around Jefferson is the QB room. The Vikings replaced the loss of Kirk Cousins in FA with Sam Darnold, a backup journeyman QB and J.J. McCarthy, a rookie who likely needs time to sit and develop. Regardless, both options cap Jefferson’s upside of being the number one overall player in fantasy. However, that doesn’t stop me from drafting him or from him being a top 5 WR in fantasy still. The Vikings offense will still get him open looks and being arguably the best WR in the game, the ball will come to him. While he likely won’t be the WR1, he still will be a surefire top-12 WR with the highest upside in the league. 

Aaron Jones (RB18, ADP 62)

2023 Stats: 142 Att., 656 Rush Yds., 2 TDs, 30 Rec., 233 Rec. Yds., 1 TDs (RB37 Finish – 11 Games)

2024 Projections: 172 Att., 778 Rush Yds., 5 TDs, 48 Rec., 368 Rec. Yds, 2 TDs

• Aaron Jones made a splash with a huge week 1, finishing as the overall RB1 that week. However, he missed multiple games with a hamstring that plagued him throughout the season. When he was seemingly fully healthy, from weeks 15-18, he was the RB10 overall, averaging 14.6 full PPR points. 
• Now on a new team, I am even more excited about Aaron Jones this season, especially at his current ADP. Jones is the clear cut RB1 on this team, who will be used in both the receiving game, like he was in Green Bay, as well as the run game. The issue here is health, which you are banking on trying to stay healthy. As it currently stands, he ranks as a mid-RB2, that you can get in the 5th-6th round. I think he is very worth the risk of taking him here! 

Chicago 

DJ Moore (WR17, ADP 28)

2023 Stats: 136 Tgts., 96 Rec., 1,364 Rec. Yds., 8 TDs (WR6 Finish)

2024 Projections: 76 Rec., 1,047 Rec. Yds., 7.9 TDs 

• DJ Moore was one of the more impressive wide receivers in 2023. He finished as the WR6, with career marks in receptions, yards and touchdowns. Even with Justin Fields and Tyson Bagent, Moore was solidly steady with a few big weeks, like his week five 49 fantasy point barrage. 
• Going into 2024, he has a new QB in Caleb Williams, however, he now has new and increased target competition with Keenan Allen and rookie Rome Odunze. While the talent is there, him pacing both and matching his 2023 season is unlikely. As it stands however, he is a worthy talent to draft. However, if I am in the draft seat, give me guys around him with lower target competition, including Mike Evans, Jaylen Waddle and Cooper Kupp

Keenan Allen (WR27, ADP 51)

2023 Stats: 150 Tgts., 108 Rec., 1,243 Rec. Yds., 7 TDs (WR8 Finish – 13 Games)

2024 Projections: 80 Rec., 879 Rec. Yds., 5.4 TDs 

• One of the main competitors to DJ Moore’s targets is former Chargers WR Keenan Allen. Allen missed the last four weeks of the season with a heel injury, but when playing, was one of the most truly consistent guys in the league.He was Herbert’s go-to guy in the slot and outside. 
• Coming into 2024, I think his season-long projections and his value are way too low. Allen will get a ton of slot looks, as I predict Allen will be Williams’ go to guy in this offense as well. And honestly, given his current value, I would much rather draft Allen over Moore. Come end of the season, do not be surprised if Allen and Moore have very similar stats.

Detroit 

Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR5, ADP 8)

2023 Stats: 164 Tgts., 119 Rec., 1,515 Rec. Yds., 10 TDs (WR3 Finish)

2024 Projections: 111 Rec., 1,339 Rec. Yds., 8.7 TDs 

• I love Amon-Ra St. Brown. He has slowly become one of my favorite players in the league. But I may love him too much, to the point that I have argued that he could finish as the WR1 overall in fantasy. However, after talking with some people in the fantasy community, I have since changed my view. The Lions team has plenty of mouths to feed, including Sam LaPorta, Jahmyr Gibbs and Jameson Williams. Nevertheless, I still am happy to take him anywhere in the first round after pick 5. He is as surefire as they come, and if you have yet to watch the Netflix documentary, “Receiver”, which follows ARSB, I highly recommend it.

Sam LaPorta (TE1, ADP 26)

2023 Stats: 120 Tgts., 86 Rec., 889 Rec. Yds., 10 TDs (TE1 Finish)

2024 Projections: 84 Rec., 853 Rec. Yds., 8.3 TDs 

• LaPorta took the league by storm, finishing with nearly 900 yards and 10 TDs, having a huge role in the Lions dominance last season. He was also 4th amongst TEs in terms of red zone targets. And I do not expect that to change this season. 
• One thing of note that I took from last season is that when the Lions were trailing in games, Jared Goff targeted Amon-Ra and LaPorta only. In all facets of the game, LaPorta will get high value touches.
• The only question for LaPorta is negative touchdown regression, which is possible, but I also trust that he will be a continued part of this offense, so I don’t expect too much regression, and neither do his rankings.

Jared Goff (QB12, ADP 90)

2023 Stats: 407/605 (67.3%), 4,575 Pass Yds., 30 TDs, 12 INTs (QB7 Finish)

2024 Projections: 4,093 Pass Yds., 27.1 TDs, 10.1 INTs

• Goff had a career year, passing for over 4,500 passing yards and 30 TDs. Is it crazy to say that he can do the same thing? Maybe he doesn’t pass for 4,500 passing yards again and that number takes a dip, but I expect 30+ passing TDs, even with the strong running attack the Lions have. 
• The Lions have one of the best projected offenses in the league and on top of that, 14 of the first 15 games for Lions will be indoors. While normally I don’t support weird, seemingly inoffensive statistics like this, in this case, it applies well for Jared Goff. 
• When it comes to indoor games, Goff threw for 2,981 passing yards, 23 TDs and 12 INTs. When it came to outdoor games, Goff threw for 7 TDs, 4 INTs and 1,594 passing yards. Do not be surprised when Goff surpasses his ADP.

Jahmyr Gibbs (RB4, ADP 12)

2023 Stats: 182 Att., 945 Rush Yds., 10 TDs, 52 Rec., 316 Rec. Yds., 1 TD (RB10 Finish)

2024 Projections: 191 Att., 903 Rush Yds., 9.1 TDs, 67 Rec., 588 Rec. Yds., 1.7 TDs 

David Montgomery (RB22, ADP 77)

2023 Stats: 219 Att., 1,015 Rush Yds., 13 TDs, 13 Rec., 116 Rec. Yds., 0 TDs (RB17 Finish – 14 Games)

2024 Projections: 208 Att., 892 Rush Yds., 9.8 TDs 

• Gibbs and Montgomery were the best 1-2 punch in football last season. Monty was a stream of consistency throughout the season, especially early, getting most of the goal line work. Gibbs took a while to get going, not breaking out until a Montgomery injury in week 7, where Gibbs was the RB3 overall. Gibbs truly took that step in week 10, even after Monty came back, finishing as the RB5 from weeks 10-18, while Montgomery finished as the RB13 in that same time frame. 
• I expect nothing more in 2024, with Gibbs getting more carries and down to down work. But let’s not forget DMont. He’s not going anywhere. I would be comfortable drafting both of these guys, and if I am really being honest, I wouldn’t even be mad drafting both of these guys on the same team. When it comes to splits, I do expect Gibbs to be the “lead” back, with David Montgomery still getting much of the work inside the 10.
• NOTE: RB Jahmyr Gibbs hurt his hamstring during training camp. As of August 12th, it is unclear the severity of the injury. I am hoping it is minor, but hamstrings can be tricky. Gibbs is still draftable, but he definitely goes down a bit in drafts.

Green Bay

Jordan Love (QB8, ADP 58)

2023 Stats: 372/579 (64.2%), 4,159 Pass Yds., 23 TDs, 11 INTs, 247 Rush Yds, 4 TDs (QB5 Finish)

2024 Projections: 3,823 Pass Yds., 30.6 TDs, 11.8 INTs, 197.5 Rush Yds., 2.8 TDs 

• In his first season as a starter, Jordan Love looked the part. Sitting under Rodgers for a few years, Love proved he was a franchise quarterback, as he nearly took this young Packers team to the NFC Championship game. To reward his season, Love signed a 4/$220M contract. 
• As for his fantasy outlook, Love is in his second year as the full time starter, and gets to continue to develop with the same young core of receivers. Love provides mid-low QB1 upside and a high level of consistency. While he likely won’t win you a week by scoring 35+ points and he’s not a high upside rusher of the football, he likely won’t lose you a week either. Draft Jordan Love.

Josh Jacobs (RB11, ADP 36)

2023 Stats: 223 Att., 805 Rush Yds., 3 TDs, 37 Rec., 296 Rec. Yds., 0 TDs (RB28 Finish – 13 Games)

2024 Projections: 268 Att., 1,075 Rush Yds., 9.5 TDs, 36 Rec., 287 Rec. Yds., 0.7 TDs

• Jacobs had a poor season last season in Vegas, and the writing was on the wall to begin with. Jacobs was holding out for a deal and as a result, was late to camp, which usually never bodes well for running backs. Jacobs posted his least efficient season in 2023, and the advanced metrics are even worse. Now in 2024 and on a new team, I am actually excited about Jacobs this season. 
• While the advanced metrics don’t love Jacobs and many fantasy experts seem to want to avoid Jacobs, I do believe a full year in camp and being healthy will lead to a more efficient season for Jacobs. With the current (as of August 12, 2024) injuries to rookie MarShawn Lloyd throughout camp, I think Jacobs has a chance to be a three-down back. Head coach Matt LaFleur has been impressed with Jacob’s receiving prowess, as well as his pass-blocking. I believe Jacobs can be a low-end RB1 that you can get at the 3-4 turn, or your RB2 if you choose to go double-RB. 

Tier II: Solid Players to Have/Players at Great Value

Minnesota

Jordan Addison (WR40, ADP 82)

2023 Stats: 108 Tgts., 70 Rec., 911 Rec. Yds., 10 TDs (WR23 Finish)

2024 Projections: 67 Rec., 856 Rec. Yds., 7.2 TDs 

• I feel like putting an asterisk here. To me, Addison stands as a guy who is a solid role player and WR2, but also someone where I question if his counting stats will improve from his rookie year. Addison finished with 10 TDs and filled in well while Jefferson was out with injury. 
• With a new season and new QBs, I think Addison is a good talent, but I wonder about his upside in this offense. And that is not even going over his potential suspension this season, which could be at up to 3 games. As it stands, I think Addison is a good NFL WR. I have doubts about him getting 10 TDs again and how he will fare with Darnold/McCarthy. I also prefer the upside of guys around him as a better chance to be top 24 WRs, including Rashee Rice, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Brian Thomas Jr.

T.J. Hockenson (TE13, ADP 121)

2023 Stats: 127 Tgts., 95 Rec, 960 Rec. Yds., 5 TDs (TE4 Finish – 15 Games)

2024 Projections: 74 Rec., 749 Rec. Yds., 4 TDs 

• Hockenson, through 16 weeks, was the TE1 overall, averaging 14.6 full-PPR points a game. Whether it was Dobbs or Cousins, Hockenson was such a solid, reliable, consistent TE. However, in week 15, he left at the end of the game with a torn ACL. 
• He is currently on the PUP list, and he is likely to miss week 1, and maybe even more time. With that being said, I do like his upside. If he can stay healthy, he’s worth a stash on your bench to hold until the latter half of the season. 

Chicago 

Rome Odunze (WR43, ADP 91)

2024 Projections: 59 Rec., 819.5 Rec. Yds., 5.3 TDs 

• Odunze was taken with the 10th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. In college, he was the main weapon for a Huskies team that made it all the way to the CFB Championship. 
• In this Bears offense, he will start as the WR3. However, I think Odunze is worth picking up to place on your bench, as I believe late season, he could be a league winner. I trust that his development of chemistry with QB Caleb Williams will only get better. He’s an amazing talent, but he’s not ready to put on your roster as your WR3 or second FLEX spot.

D’Andre Swift (RB21, ADP 75)

2023 Stats: 229 Att., 1,049 Rush Yds., 6 TDs, 39 Rec., 214 Rec. Yds., 1 TD (RB20 Finish)

2024 Projections: 191 Att., 871 Rush Yds., 4.5 TDs, 39 Rec., 266 Rec. Yds., 1.7 TDs

• I love D’Andre Swift. I think he is an underrated back who can run and catch the ball. However, there is something funky going on. It’s a weird look that both Lions and Eagles got rid of him for other running backs pretty quickly. He’s not a perfect runner of the ball, but I do think he is quite talented. 
• As for Swift in the Bears offense, I think he will provide pass catching work for Chicago and will crush his projections in that role. I think his rushing projections are fine and will be around what he provides. I don’t really have faith that Khalil Herbert or Roschon Johnson will steal valuable touches from him either.

Caleb Williams (QB14, ADP 95)

2024 Projections: 3,593 Pass Yds., 25 TDs, 15.1 INTs, 359 Rush Yds., 3.6 TDs

• Williams was the first overall pick in this most recent draft, selected for his extremely high upside and Mahomes-ian plays out of structure. And heading to Chicago, they did an amazing job of providing him the weapons and structure around him to succeed and develop into a franchise quarterback. In my opinion, Chicago did the right thing to trade away Fields, as I believe Caleb will be a generational talent.
• For his rookie year, I believe QB14 is about accurate. He has the best structure of weapons around him that I have ever seen. He will have his share of rookie bumps, but he will have his share of flashes as well. I think Williams provides a solid QB2 floor, who can be a league winner come fantasy playoff time. 

Detroit 

N/A 

Green Bay

Christian Watson (WR42, ADP 86)

2023 Stats: 53 Tgts., 28 Rec., 422 Rec. Yds., 5 TDs (WR68 Finish – 9 Games)

2024 Projections: 51 Rec., 785 Rec. Yds., 8.8 TDs

Jayden Reed (WR34, ADP 64)

2023 Stats: 94 Tgts., 64 Rec., 793 Rec. Yds., 8 TDs, 119 Rush Yds., 2 TDs (WR25 Finish)

2024 Projections: 60 Rec., 745 Rec. Yds., 6.5 TDs, 96 Rush Yds., 1.8 Rush TDs

Dontayvion Wicks (WR63, ADP 149)

2023 Stats: 58 Tgts., 39 Rec., 581 Rec. Yds., 4 TDs (WR58 Finish)

2024 Projections: 37 Rec., 503 Rec. Yds, 4.5 TDs

Romeo Doubs (WR53, ADP 120)

2023 Stats: 96 Tgts., 59 Rec., 674 Rec. Yds., 8 TDs (WR36 Finish)

2024 Projections: 56 Rec., 710 Rec. Yds., 6.7 TDs

• Because this team does not have a true “number 1” receiver, I’m going to group all of these guys together. It’s tough to determine who will be the main guy for Jordan Love, but each of these guys provide their own unique role in this offense. None of these guys are projected to have over 1,000 yards, but I like each of these guys as role players for a high-potential Green Bay offense. 
• My favorite of this bunch is Wicks, who I believe can be a consistent guy on the field in 2 WR sets, alongside Doubs. I think Reed will be the slot guy who can get a ton of targets in the short to intermediate game and Watson is the deep threat/gadget guy who easily has the highest upside of the bunch. 
• I think both Doubs and Wicks crush their ADP, while Reed and Watson will finish around it. I also would not be surprised if all 4 guys finish at or around top 36 overall WRs. For the last 5 years, the WR36 has finished with a statline of 55.8/787.5/5.9 and 173.78 full-PPR fantasy points. 

Tier III: Deep Sleepers/Players I’d Draft if Their ADP Fell

Minnesota

Ty Chandler 

• Chandler is a pure handcuff running back. When Mattison was hurt and missed games last season, Chandler was a solid play. However, with Aaron Jones in the picture, it’s likely that he sees a minimal role in this offense.
• If Jones ever misses time, he will be the down-to-down back, so because of that, he is worth a late round selection.

Chicago 

Cole Kmet 

• Kmet finished as the TE8 last year, averaging 10.7 full-PPR points a game. However, Kmet has far more target competition in Rome Odunze and Keenan Allen, and he likely will not see the 90 targets he got in 2023. He’s a deep sleeper for me, worthy of a pick up if an injury happens to another Bear.

Detroit 

Jameson Williams

• Williams was used as the deep threat/gadget guy in 2023, and had a huge role in the playoffs. He looked like he bought into his role and into the program. Coming into 2024, news out of camp has been phenomenal. It’s unclear exactly how much his role will increase, but I do believe he will see more targets and be worth a stash on your benches.

Green Bay

MarShawn Lloyd 

• Former USC running back MarShawn Lloyd has been getting a lot of hype from fantasy experts out of camp, due to his ability to run and catch passes out of the backfield. However, he has struggled with injury out of camp, which has slowed down the hype. As it stands, Lloyd is worth a handcuff, should Jacobs miss any time. Head coach Matt LaFleur has stated his intentions on using a committee backfield, but it’ll be tough to do so if Lloyd cannot remain healthy.

Tier IV: Avoid at all Costs/Likely to Not Be Relevant 

Minnesota

JJ McCarthy, Sam Darnold, Jailen Nailor, Trent Sherfield Jr., Brandon Powell, Kene Nwangwu, Nick Mullens

• Before the season even started, rookie QB JJ McCarthy tore his meniscus, which will force him out for the entirety of the season. It’s unfortunate and sad, as he flashed some great throws in his preseason debut. 
• As for the rest of the players in this tier, I don’t expect any fantasy relevance here. Maybe Sam Darnold will have some boom weeks throwing to a great cast of weapons, but I don’t trust that consistency over any other names.

Chicago 

Gerald Everett, Velus Jones Jr., Tyler Scott, Khalil Herbert, Roschon Johnson

• Everett seems to be the TE2 behind Kmet in this offense, while Jones and Scott are surrounded by offensive receiving talent. I also think Swift will have by far the highest snap share out of this backfield and if Swift ever gets hurt, it’ll be a committee between Herbert and Johnson.

Detroit 

Kalif Raymond, Donovan Peoples-Jones

• I think both of these players could provide a couple receptions here in there, but both will most likely be key role players in real life, rather than your fantasy lineups. 

Green Bay

Luke Musgrave, Tucker Kraft, AJ Dillon, Bo Melton, Malik Heath 

• I think Melton and Heath are the odd ones out in this offensive weapons group filled with young talent. As for Musgrave and Kraft, I think both will eat into each other’s target share and snaps, so even if the Packers end up playing a lot of 2-TE sets, I still prefer other options at tight end.

Projected Win Total

Vikings: O/U 7.5 – UNDER

Bears: O/U 8.5 – AVOID (I project about 8-9 wins for Chicago)

Lions: O/U 10.5 – OVER

Packers: O/U 9.5 – AVOID (I project 9-10 wins for Green Bay)

Summary

I think the NFC North will be very competitive this season. While the Vikings may not be in the mix, the Lions and Packers are both playoff contenders and more. And let’s not forget about the Bears. They have a rookie QB, but one that’s touted as generational. They have a solid group of offensive weapons and a great defense. Regardless of what happens, I am super excited to see how this division plays out in fantasy and real time. Happy drafting!