Who Should I Start? Davante Adams or Chase Claypool

Wednesday, January 7, 2:39 PM

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams (hamstring) missed the final three games of the regular season after pulling up lame with a hamstring injury in a Week 15 win over the Lions, but he was a full participant on Tuesday's estimated injury report, and the team is optimistic they will have him back for Saturday's Wild Card opener in Carolina. Adams led all players with 14 receiving touchdowns, despite playing in only 14 games, and if active, he is a must-start in fantasy playoff leagues. The Rams are 10.5-point road favorites and have the highest implied team total of the weekend. Adams is RotoBaller's WR2 for Wild Card Weekend, behind only teammate Puka Nacua.

Saturday, July 5, 10:37 PM

Free-agent wide receiver Chase Claypool (toe) is hoping to sign with an NFL team. The 2020 No. 49 overall pick was spectacular as a rookie, amassing 62 catches for 873 yards and 11 touchdowns. Since then, he hasn't been as productive. finding the end zone only six times. After stops in Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Miami, Claypool was in line to suit up for the Buffalo Bills heading into the 2024 campaign. Unfortunately, he tore a ligament and tendon in his toe before eventually being released by the team. With the injury behind Claypool, he is eager to get back on the field while claiming to be stronger and faster than ever. "I am back to being the strongest and fastest I've ever been and couldn't be more excited to step back out on the field and let my actions speak for themselves," said the 26-year-old. "I deeply and truly believe that the pieces will align, and I will work my way into the position to show off what's been suppressed these last two years." It appears he is more motivated than ever. Although Claypool should see attention from fantasy managers if he signs with a club, he could have a tough time getting close to the level of production he had in his inaugural year. Still, the wideout is worth monitoring in case he ends up inking a deal with a team where he'll have the opportunity to get involved.