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32 breakout fantasy football players for the 2016-17 NFL season

By Andrew C. Lovell

May 6, 2016; Irving, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys number one draft pick Ezekiel Elliott (21) runs drills during rookie minicamp at Dallas Cowboys headquarters at Valley Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
May 6, 2016; Irving, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys number one draft pick Ezekiel Elliott (21) runs drills during rookie minicamp at Dallas Cowboys headquarters at Valley Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 13, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (87) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Tennessee Titans defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 42-14. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 13, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins (87) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Tennessee Titans defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 42-14. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Tampa Bay Buccaneers – TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins

Seferian-Jenkins’ first two NFL seasons have been frustrating for Buccaneers fans and fantasy owners alike. After appearing in just nine games as a rookie, Seferian-Jenkins was limited to only seven games last season.

When he’s healthy, the talent is evident. Take last season’s opener against the Tennessee Titans — Seferian-Jenkins caught five passes for a team-high 110 yards and both of Tampa Bay’s touchdowns. But that was the high point in a season derailed by a shoulder injury.

Seferian-Jenkins has played in 16 games over his first two seasons, the equivalent of one full season. His totals look like this — 42 receptions, 559 yards, six touchdowns. That’s not terrible, but that’s also not good enough to vault him into TE1 consideration.

This could be a make-or-break year for the former Washington standout. The Bucs received surprisingly productive play from backup tight end Cameron Brate (288 yards, three touchdowns), so he could continue to draw additional playing time.

If healthy, Seferian-Jenkins is easily the most talented tight end on Tampa Bay’s roster, and he’s shown a rapport with quarterback Jameis Winston. But talent has never been the issue — it’s always been health. Keep an eye on the injury report if you decide to roll the dice on Seferian-Jenkins.

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