Sammy Watkins

Week 12 vs. Cleveland Browns

Sammy Watkins had three catches on four targets for 48 yards last week against the Bears. Devin Duvernay had six targets as well last week, so we shouldn’t assume Watkins will get the additional targets if Brown misses again. The Ravens haven’t really supported two fantasy receivers on a consistent basis in their entire existence, so there’s no reason to expect that to change now. Leave him on waivers.

Week 5 vs. Indianapolis Colts

Sammy Watkins caught four of seven passes last week for 49 yards. The Colts are more vulnerable against the pass than the run, and Watkins’ targets make him at least moderately interesting, but this offense has been inconsistent at best when trying to sustain multiple fantasy receivers, so he’s a long shot for production. Sit him in all but the deepest of formats, as we have him outside starting territory in the rankings this week.

Week 3 at Detroit Lions

Sammy Watkins had four catches for 44 yards last week but was targeted the second-most on the team – seven times. He should continue to be an active part of the offense, giving him upside, at least until first-round rookie Rashod Bateman returns from temporary IR.

This week, Watkins faces a Lions defense that’s down their top corner and gave up big numbers to Deebo Samuel in Week 1. Detroit was a mess defensively last year, so there’s upside for Watkins to repeat his Week 1 performance and achieve fantasy relevance. We have him ranked outside starting territory, but he’s not a terrible desperation play as a WR3, given the matchup.