QB: Russell Wilson, Denver Broncos
It was between Russ and Watson for this, but with Watson’s suspension pending, I have to ride with Russ. He’s one of the leagues most experienced players and will add veteran leadership to a young receiving core. In 14 games for Seattle last season, he passed for 3,113 yards and 25 touchdowns. One thing that works better for Russ in Denver is that he has a better offensive line with Dalton Risner, Garrett Boles, and Lloyd Cushenberry.
RB: Raheem Mostert, Miami Dolphins
Running back was not a top-tier field this offseason. Not many big names moved teams, so in my opinion, the best that moved was Raheem Mostert from San Francisco to Miami. Mostert has some of the league’s best breakaway speed and will be a great fit in the Dolphins backfield. He was hurt for essentially all of 2021, but could be a 600 yard rusher and a big contributor in the pass game in 2022.
WR1: Davante Adams, Las Vegas Raiders
Davante Adams was the belle of the ball this offseason. He was able to reunite with his college quarterback Derek Carr in Vegas and is poised for another monster season. Last year in Green Bay, Adams caught 123 balls for 1,553 yards and 11 touchdowns. There’s no doubt in my mind we’ll see another All-Pro season from the Fresno State alum.
WR2: Tyreek Hill, Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins are assembling a track team by adding Mostert and Hill this offseason. Hill has elite level speed with grade-A route running making him Tua’s perfect new number one option. He reeled in 111 passes for 1,239 yards and 9 touchdowns in 2021. The only difference in 2022 will be that he goes from the league’s best QB in Patrick Mahomes to a bottom-five QB in Tua. He’ll definitely help the young lefty, but he’ll be longing for Mahomes after a few weeks with Tua.
WR3: Allen Robinson II, Los Angeles Rams
When put in the right system, Robinson has the potential to be a top-ten pass catcher in the league. He’s quick and physical with great hands and now he’s pairing up with Matthew Stafford. Last season with an abysmal Chicago squad, he caught 38 passes for 410 yards and one touchdown in 12 games. In past seasons, he’s gone for over 1,000 yards three times.
TE: Hayden Hurst, Cincinnati Bengals
There were a handful of better tight ends that could have potentially moved teams this offseason like Mike Gesicki and Robert Tonyan, but with them resigning, it left the pool a bit thin. Last season in Atlanta, Hayden Hurst took a back seat to Kyle Pitts. Now with C.J. Uzomah leaving for New York, the Bengals need a tight end. Bringing in Hurst is a smart move because he’s consistent, playing in over 12 games every season. He’s also been tight end two in Baltimore and Atlanta. He gets to showcase his talents as a number one tight end option and I think could breakout.
LT: Terron Armstead, Miami Dolphins
Did Miami overpay? Probably. Was it worth it? At this moment in time, I’d say yes. Miami gave Armstead as 5 year, 87.5 million-dollar deal, but he’s been one of the leagues top tackles for years. Since 2018, Armstead has allowed 5 sacks with an average PFF grade of 83.3. He’s strong and physical and will be a massive asset in the Dolphins pass game, giving Tua time to get the ball in Tyreek Hill’s hands.
LG: Laken Tomlinson, New York Jets
I loved watching Laken Tomlinson play in San Francisco, and now I’m depressed that he’s with the Jets. Tomlinson is one of the leagues best guards and has flaunted great power in the run game. Since 2019, the Duke alum has allowed just eight sacks in a stacked division. In 2021, he posted a PFF grade of 75.9. Tomlinson is a very underrated player that will be one of the Jets’ best in 2022.
C: Ted Karras, Cincinnati Bengals
Very underrated signing this offseason. Ted Karras has the ability to play guard or center, but with the way the Bengals shook up their offensive line this offseason, I believe he’ll be their starting center. Last season with the Patriots, Karras allowed 3 sacks with a 72.2 PFF grade bouncing between right guard, left guard, and center. Tremendous pickup by the Bengals.
RG: Brandon Scherff, Jacksonville Jaguars
Scherff has consistently been one of the NFL’s best run and pass blocking guards since he entered the NFL. Since 2017, he’s allowed only 8 sacks and has averaged a PFF grade of 77.08. He’ll be integral in any success that the Jaguars have this season because he’ll be able to keep Trevor Lawrence on his feet.
RT: La’el Collins, Cincinnati Bengals
The addition of La’el Collins was one of the smartest of the offseason. With Cincinnati’s offensive line being horrid in 2021 (especially tackle), they needed a fix. Collins is bulky and strong and allowed only two sacks last season. He is exactly what the Bengals need against T.J. Watt, Myles Garrett, and Jadeveon Clowney.
