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Oakland Raiders tight end (TE) Darren Waller is a fantasy football sleeper and ADP value for the 2019 season. Phil Clark breaks down Waller's value in fantasy drafts.
BALLER MOVE: Target Around ~210 Overall
Current ADP: ~230
Waller's delivers an unusual assortment of size, speed, and agility, although the converted wide receiver's four NFL seasons have been extremely unproductive.
Since entering the league in 2015, Waller has accumulated a paltry 18 receptions, 178 yards, and 2 touchdowns, while also being affixed to the sidelines during two suspensions. However, his nondescript career is progressing toward a distinct upturn that could launch him into unprecedented relevance. After Waller was signed from Baltimore's practice squad in late November, he accrued 75 yards on six receptions in Weeks 14-17. This provided a glimpse of what can be achieved when his physical advantages intersect with opportunity.
Oakland's offensive transformation during the offseason has created an uncluttered passageway for Waller to seize TE1 responsibilities. He should prevail in competition with the Raiders' an uninspiring cluster of Luke Wilson, Erik Swoope, Derek Carrier, and rookie Foster Moreau). This will allow Waller to line up in Week 1 as an integral component in Jon Gruden’s attack. That will enable him to supply a 6’6 245-pound presence that could become considerably more productive than other options who are available as your draft nears its conclusion.
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