Despite being the fifth receiver selected in the 2016 NFL Draft, New York Giants rookie wide receiver Sterling Shepard is out performing almost all rookie pass catchers this season.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 11: Sterling Shepard proving his worth
New York’s rookie wide receiver has been impressive during his very first NFL season. We explore the fantasy implications.
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Currently, Shepard ranks second in catches (39), receiving yards (426), and touchdowns (4) among all rookie wide receivers. He is on pace to finish with the second most receptions in a single-season by a Giants rookie receiver in the history of the franchise.
Fantasy Impact: On Sunday, Shepard and New York will be facing a weak Chicago Bears pass defense. The Giants’ young pass catcher has two touchdowns in his last two games and he has a good chance to extend that streak this weekend.
The Bears are giving up the most fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers in 2016. Chicago has allowed the position group to score seven touchdown’s in the team’s last five games.
Yahoo! sees the rookie receiver ending Sunday with four catches for 49 yards and one touchdown. A definite flex option for his fantasy owners this week.
