The ESPN Fantasy mantra — draft skills, not opportunities — rings true as skilled players often find themselves in prominent roles. Michael Wilson of the Cardinals was a near-nonfactor in drafts but scored the second-most fantasy points among wide receivers in the final nine weeks last season after an injury to Marvin Harrison Jr. That kind of late-bloomer upside makes late-round sleepers valuable. However, opportunity matters too; Denver's Marvin Mims Jr. has had limited chances despite three years of waiting. Matt Bowen and Tristan H.

Cockcroft highlight 10 players with intriguing skill sets who could break out, including Elijah Arroyo, a matchup-friendly TE in Seattle who could step up if AJ Barner misses time. Jaydon Blue brings pro traits and a 4.38 40-yard dash to Dallas, while Jonathon Brooks enters camp healthy for the first time in Carolina, positioned to emerge ahead of Chuba Hubbard. Other candidates include Pat Bryant in Denver, Ryan Flournoy in Dallas, Keaton Mitchell in LA, and Jaylin Noel in Houston — none top-100 picks, but each has the upside to significantly impact fantasy teams.