The Cincinnati Bengals drafted wide receiver John Ross with pick No. 9 in the 2017 NFL draft. He joins a depth chart that is led by A.J. Green and includes Brandon LaFell, Cody Core, and Tyler Boyd, among others.
2017 NFL draft results: Fantasy implications of John Ross to the Cincinnati Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals have drafted wide receiver John Ross. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Ross made headlines at the combine by setting the record in the 40-yard dash with a 4.22. He can also catch. Ross was a second-team All-American last year after hauling in 81 receptions for 1,150 yards and a Pac-12-leading 17 touchdowns.
Although he may be a bit undersized as a receiver in the NFL, he can be a two-way threat as a kick returner, à la Kansas City’s Tyreek Hill.
Fantasy impact: Andy Dalton and the Bengals have a whole lot of weapons, which is further removing excuses for offensive woes. That being said, it is too soon to tell how Ross will fit in on a consistent basis. I would bet good money you’ll see some huge weeks, but expect a lot of rookie inconsistency. He’ll be a favorite in daily fantasy. In re-draft leagues he’s a bench option flier. In keeper and dynasty leagues, he’ll be worth a high pick, but don’t expect a lot that first year.
