Fantasy owners have soured on Kendall Wright, who put up pedestrian numbers in 2014 after being drafted in the middle rounds. It doesn't seem likely that he's going to get that same consideration on fantasy draft day in 2015, as his average draft position has tumbled to the 10th round.
Fantasy football sleepers 2015: Kendall Wright could return to form with Marcus Mariota
Fantasy owners could get a steal in the late rounds of drafts if they take a chance on Kendall Wright. We break down the fantasy implications.
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But that’s not necessarily a bad thing for his prospects this season, and fantasy owners would be wise to capitalize on this. It’s still worth a mention that Wright is one year removed from a 1,000-yard season where he caught 94 passes, and circumstances in Tennessee have changed from a putrid 2014.
Much of the vitriol toward Wright's prospects isn't necessarily an indictment of his skills, but his situation from a season ago. His forgettable 2014 happened in part to an overall sputtering offense and awful quarterback play, leading to a 57/715/6 line. With the potentially competent Marcus Mariota at the helm, should the Titans skew their offense from a bad to average or better, Wright's numbers ought to benefit.
Wright has also emerged as a favorite target, per reporter Jim Wyatt, which has to be encouraging for owners looking for that late-round steal. With a high volume amid even just a competent offense, Wright could push to match his 2013 totals.
