2024 WR Advanced Stats Wrap Up, Part 2: Intended Air Yards

The Vikings have signed RB Aaron Jones to a two-year, $20 million deal with $13 million in guarantees, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter. Jones, who previously played for the Packers, had a successful season with the Vikings, setting career highs in carries and carries per game. At 30 years old, Jones is expected to continue receiving a significant workload in Minnesota but could benefit from a reduced role in the future. His fantasy football...

The Chiefs have signed LB Nick Bolton to a three-year, $45 million deal, with $30 million guaranteed, preventing him from becoming an unrestricted free agent. Bolton has been a solid fantasy performer, with his best season in 2022 but averaging as a LB3 in the past two years. While he still has LB1 potential, his value may be more appealing in the LB2 range. In dynasty leagues, Bolton, at age 25, is expected to continue...

The Steelers are acquiring WR DK Metcalf from the Seahawks and giving him a four-year, $132 million contract extension, making him one of the highest-paid receivers in the NFL. Seattle is receiving a second-round pick and a late-round pick swap in return. Metcalf's move to Pittsburgh impacts the team's passing game and fantasy football outlook, potentially reducing WR George Pickens' role while increasing Metcalf's fantasy value. The trade also affects TE Pat Freiermuth's target share...

The Steelers have placed a second-round tender on restricted free agent RB Jaylen Warren, offering him $5.346 million for the upcoming season unless a long-term deal is reached. This tender allows Warren to potentially hit free agency, but any team signing him would need to give Pittsburgh a second-round pick. Despite his limited career carries, the tender level suggests the Steelers' desire for Warren to return, especially with the potential departure of Najee Harris in...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed WR Chris Godwin to a three-year deal worth $22 million annually, with $44 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Despite initial speculation that Godwin would hit free agency, he has chosen to stay with the Buccaneers, shifting attention to his recovery from a season-ending injury. This move impacts fantasy football rankings, with Godwin likely to maintain his value as a solid WR option, while WR Jalen McMillan...