Outlook Demond Claiborne
Demond Claiborne vs. Packers — Explosive rookie opens regular season in reserve role
The explosive rookie enters the season fully healthy after flashing game-breaking 4.37 speed during the preseason, earning early praise from veteran teammate Aaron Jones Sr. Despite the excitement surrounding his dynamic burst, Claiborne opens his debut campaign operating as a rotational reserve behind established options Jones and Jordan Mason in Minnesota's crowded offensive backfield.
With limited early volume expected in this divisional home matchup against Green Bay, our weekly projection forecasts him for roughly 1.4 carries, 5 rushing yards, and negligible receiving involvement for 1.2 fantasy points. Currently rostered in only 2% of leagues and started in zero, fantasy managers should keep him firmly on benches or waiver wires until a clearer path to weekly touches emerges.
Updated 1 day ago
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Outlook Tez Johnson
Camp Spark Plug Faces Tough Path to Targets in Crowded Offense
Tez Johnson showed flashes of scoring efficiency as a rookie in 2025, hauling in six touchdowns on 31 receptions. Entering his second season in Tampa Bay, he sits behind starters Chris Godwin Jr., Jalen McMillan, and Emeka Egbuka. While Johnson generated positive buzz during training camp with downfield plays, he remains slated for a depth role.
Draft sentiment has cooled noticeably after early August enthusiasm pushed his ADP into the 400s; an ensuing groin injury triggered a slide past pick 780 in PPR leagues. His roster rate similarly slipped to 2%. Our projections reflect this reserve standing, forecasting 20 receptions for 150 yards and three scores.
Without significant injuries ahead of him, Johnson carries virtually no standalone fantasy value in standard leagues. He remains an intriguing deep-league stash or waiver-wire monitor who can provide instant juice if thrust into regular rotational snaps.
Updated 12 days ago
