Ja'Marr

Chase

He’s been excellent at almost everything he’s been asked to do. The routes he’s asked to run most often correspond with the routes he’s performed better at than almost anyone else. The only downside to his production is when he’s double-teamed. Obviously, all receivers play worse when double-teamed, but he plays more like an average receiver would in those situations.

One big reason for optimism for Chase is Tyler Boyd leaving for the Tennessee Titans in free agency, which will allow Chase to line up in the slot more often. Boyd has run 1,531 routes from the slot over the last three seasons — nearly 300 more than any other receiver. Chase is great when he lines up out wide, but he’s even better in the slot.

Chase has finished top-six in fantasy points per game each year during the games Joe Burrow is his quarterback. His past performance, the continuity he has on offense, and his age make him worthy of a top-five draft pick.