Fantasy Football Guide 2021: NFC sleepers, targets, busts, strategies
By Zach Cohen
Seattle Seahawks Fantasy Football Guide
A massive disclaimer for Seattle: They were a completely different team in the first nine weeks than they were in the last eight. The offense went from a golden shower of fantasy production to a hectic stream of muddled performances.
In simplest terms, the Seahawks‘ 2020 season was a roller coaster in fantasy. We don’t know what type of offense we’re getting this year. Pete Carroll did hire a new offensive coordinator in Shane Waldron, who will reportedly implement a faster, more effective offense. That should be music to the ears of all fantasy managers, right?
Well, it doesn’t necessarily solve anything. Sure, Russell Wilson can still become the QB1. Sure, D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett can become top-10 receivers. But there’s still some risk in taking them. None of those three players are a prime target of mine, though I’d be more than fine with them on my team. Lockett would have more value in best ball and less value in normal redraft leagues due to his maddening variance. D’Wayne Eskridge intrigues me in best ball and dynasty, too.
An offensive explosion would certainly help Chris Carson, who was on his way to being the RB7 before yet another injury. The good part is he’s not tied to an offensive failure. Seattle should continue to build around the run game and feature Carson. He’s a good RB3 and an alright RB2 for your team. Gerald Everett may have promise, yet you shouldn’t get your hopes up. I can say that about all late-around tight ends, so hopefully, Everett is not your starter.