Cole Turner Hauls In All Four Targets Against Bengals
Washington Commanders tight end Cole Turner caught all four of his targets for 20 yards in Saturday's win over the Cincinnati Bengals. During the Commanders' three preseason games, the former fifth-rounder has shown consistent improvement as a blocker and receiver. With tight end Logan Thomas constantly on the mend, Turner may have earned himself a solid role with this offense during the regular season. He's a name to monitor in the early season as a deep sleeper that could help tight end-needy rosters.
Washington Commanders tight end Cole Turner put on a show at last year's training camp and is once again impressing the coaching staff during offseason workouts this year as he looks to earn himself a bigger role in 2023. Turner was a fifth-round selection out of Nevada last year, but he played in only 10 games (two starts) and caught two of nine targets for 23 yards in his first NFL season. Logan Thomas is the team's top pass-catching tight end, but he hasn't been able to stay healthy consistently, so there could be opportunity behind him for Turner, John Bates and rookie Armani Rogers. The 23-year-old will need to continue developing, but he could be one to watch in fantasy leagues if Thomas misses more time with injuries in 2023.
Washington Commanders tight end Cole Turner (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 7 versus the Green Bay Packers. He finishes with zero catches on two targets. Washington is now without both Turner and Logan Thomas (calf), leaving John Bates (hamstring) as the team's top option at the tight end position.
Washington Commanders tight end Cole Turner (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's opener against the Jaguars. The rookie has looked good this summer, so there is potential for a more prominent role throughout the season. He has practiced in a limited fashion during the week. However, with Logan Thomas (knee) uncertain for Week 1, Turner could see some looks from Carson Wentz if he can get on the field. With that said, the 22-year-old will remain a risky fantasy option, especially with John Bates in the picture. Still, Turner should at least warrant consideration from desperate managers.
Washington Commanders rookie fifth-round tight end Cole Turner has been a fluid pass-catcher and a striking 6-foot-6 target during training camp this summer. He is the team's top receiving tight end until Logan Thomas (knee) returns from the Physically Unable to Perform list, and he's the TE1 overall with John Bates (calf) out of action. However, Turner suffered a hamstring injury last Friday and sat out of practice on Saturday. His blocking is a work in progress, and it remains to be seen if his lanky frame holds up over the course of a season. While Turner isn't on the fantasy radar at this time, he's shown the desired pass-catching skills for a tight end-friendly quarterback in Carson Wentz.
