Tyler Eifert played his first full NFL regular season game since 2013 on Sunday afternoon. A lot has changed since 2013. Jermaine Gresham is no longer on the Cincinnati Bengals' roster. The Bengals finally have all of their offensive playmakers healthy. Eifert proved that he can be a difference maker on Sunday. He finished with nine receptions for 104 yards and two touchdowns. Every bit of Eifert's stat line was a career high for the third-year tight end.
Tyler Eifert explodes with two scores, becoming must-start fantasy TE
Tyler Eifert had a big regular season debut. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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In fact, Eifert led all tight ends in the NFL in targets and receptions. Numbers like this aren't sustainable all season long, but Eifert proved that he's a crucial part of the Bengals' offense. He's a huge target for Andy Dalton. Eifert and the rest of the Bengals will face the San Diego Chargers in Week 2.
Fantasy impact: Eifert was grabbed in the mid- to late rounds of most fantasy drafts, and fantasy owners are reaping the rewards. If you’re in one of the 14 percent of leagues where Eifert isn’t owned, grab him immediately. Dalton will lean on Eifert as long as he’s on the field. He’s a strong TE1 moving forward and is building toward what will likely be a breakout season.
