Week three of the NFL season is in the books. At this point you’re probably either really excited or really disappointed with with your fantasy team. Same may be true for your favorite team. But do not worry, we have a long way to go still.
Wide receivers are essential to the success of any fantasy team. Today, we’re going to take a look at the top 5 receivers in regards to fantasy. These are the guys that you should either keep in your lineups as long as they are playing or you should trade to acquire ASAP.
1.) Michael Thomas
What would a post about the top receivers for fantasy football be without mentioning the name Michael Thomas? Thomas has hauled in an insane 38 catches in the first 3 games. Want to make that statistic even more insane? He’s been thrown to 40 times. He’s caught 38 of those balls thrown his way. That’s good for a 98% catch rate, by far the best in the league. Ranked #81 in the NFL Top 100 players, that rank is going to rise quickly after this season.
Keep Thomas in your lineup, no receiver is doing what he’s doing (sorry Antonio Brown and Julio Jones fans). He may not be the flashiest receiver but he gets the job done and can get your fantasy team into the top spot. Trade your best player for him because chances are, he’s better than your best player.
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2.) Mike Evans
He’s back people. After a disappointing and injury prone 2017 season, Mike Evans is back in the elite receiver conversation. Right now he is the second best fantasy receiver behind Michael Thomas. Thanks to Ryan Fitzpatrick tearing the league to shreds, Mike Evans has been one Fitzpatrick’s favorite targets. As long as Evans stays healthy, this will not change. Keep the man in your lineup.
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3.) Adam Thielen
YOU LIKE THAT? Adam Thielen does. Having new quarterback Kirk Cousins has benefited Thielen well. He is currently the third best fantasy receiver in all leagues. He has put over a hundred yards over every game yet this season. With the amount of times he is targeted by Cousins, these numbers will not be depleted. The truth is Thielen is a stud and is an underrated receiver. I would rank him in the top 10 best receivers in the league easily. Keep him in your lineups or find a package deal to maybe get him on your team.
4.) Tyreek Hill
*Peace sign*. That’s Tyreek Hill blowing past your favorite teams defenders as he runs into the end zone. The supposed fastest player in the NFL had a slow week in week three. He only hauled in 2 catches for 51 yards. However, he is the fourth best receiver yet this season and why did the Chiefs need him to do well last game? They dominated and it was a nice break for Hill as their schedule continues to get tougher as the season goes on. Expect the explosive cheetah to put up numbers for your squad.
5.) Juju Smith-Schuster
Surprise surprise, a Steelers receiver made the list. Wait, it’s not Antonio Brown though? That’s right. Juju has been a pleasant surprise to fantasy owners coming in at number five in the best fantasy receivers to start the season. He and Antonio Brown are like Batman and Robin. Except so far, they’ve both been Batman. With over 110 yards in each game he’s played in, expect the young receiver to keep putting up big numbers.
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