Van Jefferson Fantasy

Los Angeles Rams rookie wide receiver Van Jefferson has earned praise from coaches and teammates so far in training camp this year. Star defensive tackle Aaron Donald recently told reporters that Jefferson would "definitely make an impact in this league right away." Jefferson is a 24-year-old rookie who was a second round draft pick of the team this year. Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods are the clear top two receivers on the team and Josh Reynolds projects to at least open the season as the team's No. 3, but Jefferson is next in the pecking order and is someone who is certainly worth keeping an eye on.

Sep. 8th • 8:58 AM

Los Angeles Rams rookie wide receiver Van Jefferson will begin to see increased reps in camp this week as WR1 Cooper Kupp is dealing with a muscle strain. Jefferson has shined throughout camp thus far, even garnering praise from QB Jared Goff for his great route-running and catching abilities. The 24-year-old was drafted in the second round out of Florida, where he grabbed 49 receptions, 657 yards, and six touchdowns in his final year last season. As of now, Jefferson should be considered the WR4 on the team, but his fantasy value could certainly increase during the season if he sees more playing time or another receiver has to deal with an injury. Right now, he's best considered a late-round flier in very deep leagues.

Aug. 31st • 9:51 PM

Los Angeles Rams rookie wide receiver Van Jefferson, a second-round pick, could play more than Josh Reynolds in the long run, but Reynolds should have an immediate role in 2020 as an outside receiver now that Brandin Cooks is out of town. Jefferson did his best work in college on the inside, but the Rams already have Cooper Kupp out of the slot and two strong tight ends in Tyler Higbee and Gerald Everett. Don't automatically assume that Jefferson will see more targets than Reynolds, as the Rams have confidence that Reynolds can step in and help make up for the loss of Cooks. Jefferson is a dynamic route-runner, but temper expectations for him in his rookie season in redraft leagues.

May. 21st • 5:30 PM