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Jonathon Brooks

Pos: RB7 Team: CAR YoE: 2
Draft: RD 2, PICK 46
Injury Status: Q Return Date: 2026-02-09

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"Freiermuth is entering his fifth NFL season having yet to emerge as a viable fantasy starter. The 2021 second-round pick peaked with an 11th-place finish in fantasy PPG in 2022 and, despite catching a career-high 65 passes and matching a career best with seven TDs last season, he ended up 14th in PPG. A concern here is that the TD output is unsustainable, as Freiermuth ranked 20th in expected TDs (3.1, which aligned with where he was when he scored two TDs in both 2022 and 2023) and had a career-low two end zone targets. Freiermuth was more productive after Russell Wilson replaced Justin Fields, so a potential Aaron Rodgers signing would help his cause, and he may settle in second in target priority behind DK Metcalf. Freiermuth is a mid-range TE2."

"Freiermuth dropped a short pass on Pittsburgh's first play from scrimmage, which set the tone for his production in the game. His longest catch went for only nine yards, leading to a difficult close to the campaign. Even so, Freiermuth put together arguably his most well-rounded regular season as a pro, setting a career high in receptions (65) while matching his career best with seven touchdowns. After signing an extension last offseason, he'll be a key contributor to the Steelers offense in 2025."

	Pat Freiermuth's target share has increased by 89.66% over the past 8 weeks.
	Pat Freiermuth's targets have increased by 123.53% over the past 12 weeks.
	Pat Freiermuth's receiving touchdowns have decreased by 66.67% over the past 6 weeks.
	Pat Freiermuth's receiving yards have increased by 82.65% over the past 14 weeks.
	Pat Freiermuth's receptions have increased by 100.0% over the past 12 weeks.