Crockett Gillmore stepped up big for the Baltimore Ravens' offense on Sunday, despite the team's loss to the Oakland Raiders. Gillmore caught 5 of 6 targets for 88 yards and two touchdowns.
Crockett Gillmore find the end zone twice in Week 2, becomes a top TE waiver grab
Crockett Gillmore scored two touchdowns on Sunday. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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Quarterback Joe Flacco has been in need of a reliable target behind Steve Smith Sr., who was targeted a whopping 16 times in Sunday’s game. Gillmore isn’t the most polished route runner, but he has the size to compensate.
Gillmore barreled through three defenders for his second touchdown in the first half of the game. He'll be looking to continue his success against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3.
Fantasy impact: Based on two weeks, it’s easy to consider Gillmore a touchdown-dependent fantasy option. However, it’s worth noting that there isn’t much else on the Ravens’ roster for Flacco to rely on.
At 6’6, Gillmore is a frequent mismatch when the ball is in his hands. Targeting Smith 16 times simply isn’t sustainable. Look for Gillmore to settle into his role as a physical threat in the middle of the field as the season progresses.
He’s a low-end TE1 option for anyone in need at the position. He’s available on most fantasy waiver wires.
