As the 2023 NFL season slowly unfolds, all eyes will be looking for expected and unexpected breakout stars. The players’ performance in the league is crucial in determining their ratings in fantasy football. Fantasy managers will also be interested in signing remarkable players in the 2024 drafts.
In this article, we have deliberated five names: four surprise stars and one obvious player who is likely to be a hot pick next year. We believe the hawk-eyed fantasy managers might be after these five players when the 2023 season ends.
1. RB Bijan Robinson
The Falcons running back is an elite talent needed by many right now. The colossal potential of Bijan Robinson in the NFL makes him the probable top first-round pick in next year’s fantasy drafts. Besides sharing targets with Tyler Allgeier while kick-starting his NFL career, he still delivers an incredible running back tandem for the team. The Falcons are likely to take advantage of Robinson’s talent this season, and this will make him a potential fantasy player to watch.
2. RB Alexander Mattison
The presence of Alexander Mattison at the Minnesota Vikings stirred a massive change. The team released Dalvin Cook as it saw Mattison’s potential as the starting running back. His great contribution has also increased the odds for the team on popular football sports betting platforms like Betway. Last season, Mattison made five touchdowns and rushed for 283 yards. These numbers will likely increase this year because he is the starter for the team. The Vikings’ confidence in this player boosts the possibility of Mattison becoming a famous fantasy player.
3. WR Zay Flowers
Flowers has great potential to surpass Odell Beckham Jr. to become the Baltimore Ravens’ top wide receiver this season. Furthermore, he can become the NFL’s most popular wide receiver and a favorite pick in any draft. This season, the Ravens, through Todd Monken, their new offensive coordinator, will likely prioritize the passing game and ease the running pressure off Jackson. This strategy puts Flowers as the favorite starting option and increases the versatility of Baltimore’s offensive. In the worst-case scenario, the rookie will remain an attractive bench option and a valuable pick for any team that may need a breakout wide receiver.
4. QB Jordan Love
Green Bay Packers starting quarterback Jordan Love has bigger shoes to fill after the departure of the great Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets. Although outshining Rodgers is a difficult task, it presents an equal opportunity for Love to become a breakout fantasy player in 2023. Moreover, the Packers’ passing game will support him greatly with exemplary players such as Romeo Doubs, Jones, Tucker Kraft, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and Luke Musgrave. If Love’s breakout happens, he will likely be a league-winner.
5. WR Skyy Moore
After closely assessing the Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive, it is evident that Sky Moore will benefit greatly because this team has the NFL’s best offense. In the regular season, Moore totaled 250 yards and cemented his flawless performance with a touchdown in Super Bowl 57, the first in his football career. This impressive performance makes Moore stand out and it won’t be a surprise if he becomes an appealing starting receiver for fantasy managers this season.
Final Thoughts
As everyone else will be following the NFL action closely and showing their support through wagering on Betway, fantasy football managers will be on the lookout for the 2023 season’s breakout stars. Every player is looking forward to showcasing their impeccable talent and skill. By doing so, they also increase their ratings in fantasy football. However, some like Skyy Moore, Jordan Love, Bijan Robinson, Zay Flowers, and Alexander Mattison are in a better position to perform incredibly. This makes them prospective top picks in the 2024 fantasy drafts.
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