Who Should I Start? Devaughn Vele or Chimere Dike

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
5.5	0.1	0.0	2.0	24.8	0.2

Devaughn Vele News

Devaughn Vele Expected to be WR3 in Saints Offense

Friday, August 7, 6:53 PM

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Devaughn Vele is expected to be the team's WR3 in 2026. Vele had just 293 yards and two touchdowns in his first season with the Saints, but he picked up steam at the end of the year. He totaled 19 of 26 targets for 239 yards and one touchdown in his final four games last season. While the additions of rookies Jordyn Tyson, Bryce Lance, and Barion Brown have increased the risk to Vele's stock entering his third season, his role in head coach Kellen Moore's offense seems cemented. With the injury history surrounding Tyson and current lead receiver Chris Olave, Vele could be in line for a major role in this offense if either were to miss time this season. Currently ranked WR86 in RotoBaller's rankings, Vele is a solid handcuff option to consider in deeper leagues.

Chimere Dike - Tennessee (WR)

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Week 1 Projections

Fant. Pts.	Rush. Yds.	Rush TD	Rec.	Rec. Yds.	Rec TD
4.7	1.6	0.0	1.7	18.7	0.1

Chimere Dike News

Chimere Dike Starting to Stand Out At Training Camp

Thursday, August 6, 5:48 PM

After a quiet start to training camp for Tennessee Titans wide receiver Chimere Dike, the second-year receiver has begun to stand out. Dike has shown solid zone reading and has been strong after the catch in both the return game and as a receiver. As a rookie, Dike hauled in 48 of 74 targets for 423 yards and four touchdowns in 17 games last season. The team added two new receivers, first-round rookie Carnell Tate and Wan'Dale Robinson, who operated mostly in the slot with the New York Giants, and should have veteran Calvin Ridley back as well. Despite Dike practicing well, his role in 2026 will mostly be as a backup slot receiver and a returner, where he shined in 2025. Dike should be undrafted in most fantasy leagues this season unless Robinson is injured.

Devaughn Vele vs. Chimere Dike

Still trying to decide between Vele and Dike? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Devaughn Vele is projected to score 5.5 points this week while Chimere Dike is projected to score 4.7 points.