Outlook David Njoku
A Fresh Start in Los Angeles Offers Late-Round Tight End Value
David Njoku lands with the Chargers on a one-year deal, joining a revamped offense under coordinator Mike McDaniel. While currently listed behind Oronde Gadsden on the depth chart, Njoku's veteran athleticism and proven history make him an intriguing weapon for Justin Herbert. He should immediately carve out a meaningful role in both the run and pass schemes.
Our projections estimate a modest yet stable role for the former Pro Bowler, slating him for 37 receptions, 375 yards, and 3 touchdowns. While these numbers sit below his career-best 2023 campaign in Cleveland, his touchdown upside remains highly viable in an offense he described as having destructive potential.
Njoku’s ADP has stabilized around 188 in PPR formats after briefly surging into the early 12th round in early June. At this late-round price, our models view him as a low-risk, high-upside backup tight end who could easily outperform his cost if he secures the primary pass-catching role in Los Angeles.
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Outlook Zach Ertz
Veteran Tight End Seeks One Final NFL Comeback Following Late-Season Knee Injury
At 35 years old, veteran tight end Zach Ertz is determined to keep his career going after a torn ACL cut his 2025 campaign short. Before the injury, Ertz proved he still has gas in the tank, catching 50 passes for 504 yards and four touchdowns in 13 games.
Currently a free agent expressing strong interest in a nostalgic return to Philadelphia, Ertz's fantasy value hinges entirely on his recovery and landing spot. If he signs with a team needing a proven safety valve, he can still provide solid, short-area targets.
Currently rostered in about 41% of leagues, Ertz remains a late-round stash or waiver-wire target. While we do not expect a return to his prime, his reliable hands and red-zone instincts could provide desperate fantasy managers with streaming utility later this season.
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