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Gardner Minshew II 2024 Fantasy Football Outlook: Superflex Option If He Can Beat Out O'Connell For Starting Gig
6 months agoLas Vegas Raiders QB Gardner Minshew II is ready to bring his iconic mustache and gritty playback to the fantasy gridiron in 2024. Last year with the Colts, Minshew played in 16 games, racking up 3,305 passing yards with 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions. While his 206 yards per game and his 7.6 average depth of target per attempt were respectable, they are not mind-blowing numbers. Yet, Minshew's mobility (113 rushing yards and three rushing TDs) and fearless playing style, often taking risks with deep passes and scrambling for extra yards, make him a compelling option. Looking ahead to 2024, the 28-year-old steps into an offense brimming with talent. He will need to beat out 2023 fourth-round pick Aidan O'Connell for the team's starting gig. With the likes of Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers and the promising tight end duo of rookie Brock Bowers and second-year Michael Mayer, Minshew's potential is not just intriguing but promising if he becomes the Raiders starting quarterback. His ability to extend plays is further bolstered by a significantly improved supporting cast, setting the stage for a potentially strong fantasy season. Minshew offers sneaky value for savvy fantasy managers. While he's not without risk, his potential in a revamped Raiders offense makes him a late-round flier, especially in superflex and deeper leagues. He's a low-risk, high-reward target with an ADP of QB33, which aligns with his RotoBaller QB ranking of 33. Minshew is worth a late-round selection in superflex leagues if he can win the Raiders' starting quarterback job.
