Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into fantasy football prep for 2023, and one name that keeps popping up is Tyler Allgeier. I wanted to figure out what his deal is for this season, so I did a bunch of digging. Here’s how it went down:
First Look – The Situation
First, I looked at the basics. Allgeier is with the Atlanta Falcons. Last year, as a rookie, he actually did pretty well, rushing for over 1,000 yards. That’s no joke! But…and this is a big “but”…the Falcons went and drafted Bijan Robinson with a super high pick.
The Bijan Factor
This is where things get tricky. Bijan is supposed to be a stud. Everyone’s talking about him like he’s the next big thing. So, my first thought was, “Well, Allgeier’s value is probably tanked.” But I didn’t want to jump to conclusions.
Digging into Last Year’s Numbers
I went back and examined Allgeier’s 2022 stats more closely. I noticed he got a lot of his yards after contact. That tells me he’s a tough runner, a guy who doesn’t go down easy. I also saw that the Falcons, as a team, really like to run the ball. Their coach, Arthur Smith, is all about that ground game.
Checking Out the Offense
Then, I spent some time researching the Falcons’ offensive line. Are they any good? Turns out, they’re pretty solid. That’s good news for any running back on that team, even if Bijan is the main guy.
Considering the “What Ifs”
Here’s the thing about fantasy football – you gotta think about the unexpected. What if Bijan gets hurt? What if he struggles to adjust to the NFL? It happens! In that case, Allgeier could suddenly become super valuable. He’s shown he can handle a heavy workload.
My Conclusion (For Now!)
So, after all this, here’s where I’m at with Tyler Allgeier. I think he’s a good late-round pick or a waiver-wire target. He’s not going to be your star running back, but he’s got potential as a handcuff (meaning, he’d be the main guy if Bijan goes down) and might even get some decent playing time alongside Bijan. The Falcons run the ball a lot, so there could be enough carries to go around.
He’s a solid bench stash, especially at his ADP.
I’m definitely keeping an eye on him during training camp and the preseason. I want to see how the Falcons are using him and Bijan together. Things can change fast in the NFL, so I’ll be ready to adjust my strategy!
