Fantasy Upside
For the first time in his career Drew Stanton started more than three games in 2014 while filling in for Carson Palmer, who missed 10 games with shoulder and knee injuries. The extra playing time gave Stanton enough tape to see trends and tendencies develop. He's broken it all down, analyzing every nuance. But with Palmer fully recovered from a torn ACL, Stanton's chance to take what he learned on tape and implement it on the football field will be limited.
Fantasy Downside
Stanton's production (or lack thereof) will depend entirely on Palmer's health.
Bottom Line
Stanton isn't preparing for another 2014, when injuries were an issue all season long. He understands his role, but he also knows he needs to be ready. And after last season, his state of readiness will be better than it ever has been. Even if Palmer is hurt, however, fantasy owners shouldn't be clamoring for Stanton's services unless they're in dire straits at the QB position.