Wide receiver Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams has gone from fifth-round pick to NFL star in just two seasons. As a rookie, Nacua posted historic numbers for a first-year player—105 catches for 1,486 yards. In 2024, Nacua played in just 11 games, but his receiving yards per game were even better than his inaugural campaign.

Wide receivers help establish championship fantasy football teams. You do not want to be stuck with receivers who aren’t going to lead their team in targets or play in an offense with a below-average quarterback or a run-heavy scheme.