Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into fantasy football prep, as usual, and one name keeps popping up: Garrett Wilson. I wanted to figure out his real value this year, so I did a bit of digging and testing. Here’s how it went down.
First, I Checked the Basic Stats
Started with the obvious – last year’s numbers. I pulled up his game logs and overall stats. You know, receptions, yards, touchdowns, targets, all that good stuff. Seeing the actual numbers instead of just hearing “he’s good” is crucial. I needed to see the consistency, the ups and downs, the whole picture.
Then, the Quarterback Situation
This is HUGE. Wilson’s performance is tied directly to whoever is throwing him the ball. I spent a good chunk of time researching the Jets’ QB situation. Who’s healthy? Who’s projected to start? What’s their playing style? Are they gunslingers or check-down Charlies? It all matters.
Watched Some Game Film
Stats only tell part of the story. I wanted to see Wilson play. So, I fired up some game film – highlights, lowlights, whatever I could find. I was looking for things like:
- How’s his route running? Crisp or sloppy?
- Does he fight for extra yards?
- How does he handle contested catches?
- Does he get separation?
Compared Him to Other Receivers
Context is key. I needed to see where Wilson stacked up against other receivers in similar situations or with similar draft positions. I made a little spreadsheet (yeah, I’m that guy) and compared his projected stats, his team’s offensive scheme, and his potential for growth.
Tried Him Out in Mock Drafts
Finally, I put my research to the test. I jumped into a few mock drafts – some with friends, some online. This helped me get a feel for where Wilson was actually being drafted. Was he going too high? Too low? It’s one thing to have an opinion, but seeing where other people value him is super helpful. And I got to actually put him on the team and imagine the possibilities.
The Result
I put all the info together. The stats, the QB situation, my observations, the mock drafts, and, more importantly, made it happen in my own mock draft. I feel way more confident about his value and where I’d be comfortable drafting him.
