As you gear up for **fantasy football draft season**, diving deep into player statistics and expert opinions can feel like a daunting task. With the sheer volume of available information, knowing who to *target* and who to *avoid* becomes crucial to assembling a winning lineup. To simplify the process, our expert consensus rankings are your best friend. By comparing [fantasy football expert consensus rankings](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/rankings/half-point-ppr-cheatsheets.php) with players’ [average draft position (ADP)](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/adp/overall.php), you can identify the hidden gems and potential busts for your team. Let’s unpack some **noteworthy wide receivers** that experts are excited about, so you can snag them before your league-mates do!
Fantasy Football Draft Targets: Wide Receivers
Let’s shine a spotlight on players our experts believe are undervalued compared to consensus rankings.
Wide Receivers to Target
Players Drafted by Andrew Erickson
| Rank | Player | ECR | Difference |
| 19 | Xavier Worthy (KC) | 26 | 7.0 |
| 21 | Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) | 36 | 15 |
| 22 | Jaylen Waddle (MIA) | 30 | 8 |
| 28 | Calvin Ridley (TEN) | 35 | 7 |
| 36 | Jayden Reed (GB) | 43 | 7 |
Players Drafted by Derek Brown
| Rank | Player | ECR | Difference |
| 10 | Davante Adams (LAR) | 18 | 8.0 |
| 17 | DeVonta Smith (PHI) | 24 | 7 |
| 18 | George Pickens (DAL) | 34 | 16 |
| 19 | DK Metcalf (PIT) | 25 | 6 |
| 22 | Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) | 36 | 14 |
Players Drafted by Pat Fitzmaurice
| Rank | Player | ECR | Difference |
| 21 | Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) | 36 | 15.0 |
| 35 | Stefon Diggs (NE) | 44 | 9 |
| 39 | Ricky Pearsall (SF) | 45 | 6 |
| 52 | Marvin Mims Jr. (DEN) | 63 | 11 |
| 54 | Matthew Golden (GB) | 65 | 11 |
Calvin Ridley (TEN)
Calvin Ridley is primed for a **breakout season** after an impressive 2024, which saw him exceed 1,000 yards while leading the NFL in air yard share at **48%**. With DeAndre Hopkins traded, Ridley averaged **11.6 points per game (WR26)** down the stretch, solidifying himself as the *clear WR1* in Brian Callahan’s revamped offensive scheme. His track record of finishing no worse than WR26 in healthy seasons makes him a **fantastic value pick** this year.
– Andrew Erickson
Tetairoa McMillan (CAR)
Introducing **Tetairoa McMillan**, a towering **6-foot-5** receiver who’s ready to take the league by storm. Having recorded over **1,300 receiving yards** in both of his final college seasons, he’ll likely step into a starting role for the Panthers after being selected **eighth overall**. Renowned for his advanced route-running and ability to excel in the red zone, his comparisons to the likes of Mike Evans and Tee Higgins are well-deserved. Expect him to be *a nightmare defender* in both one-on-one and zone matchups.
– Pat Fitzmaurice
Xavier Worthy (KC)
Worthy had an electrifying **2024 season**, averaging over **2.0 yards per route run** and racking up 12 total touchdowns (9 reception, 3 rushing). With the potential opportunity to step into a primary role in Kansas City due to Rashee Rice’s recovery, he’s projected as **WR17** heading into 2025. You don’t want to miss adding this rising star to your fantasy roster!
– Andrew Erickson
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