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Keenan Allen: 5 fantasy football replacements

By Brad Weiss

Aug 28, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) looks on prior to a preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 28, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; San Diego Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) looks on prior to a preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 27, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Tennessee Titans wide receiver Tajae Sharpe (19) rushes against Oakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) during the first half at Oakland-Alameda Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 27, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Tennessee Titans wide receiver Tajae Sharpe (19) rushes against Oakland Raiders cornerback David Amerson (29) during the first half at Oakland-Alameda Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Tajae Sharpe, Tennessee Titans

Tajae Sharpe is going to have a big season for the Tennessee Titans, so fantasy owners would be wise to pick him up quickly. For those who need to replace Keenan Allen for as long as he is out, Sharpe could become your WR1 before the season is done. The Titans have a nice young quarterback, and he will be looking Sharpe’s way early and often.

Marcus Mariota is heading into his second season as the team’s starter, and he seems to get better every time he takes the field. This preseason, the organization shipped away former top receiver Dorial Green-Beckham, making room for Sharpe to take control of the receiving corps. The Titans are going to be throwing the ball a lot this season, as they look to mix the pass with their stellar running game.

The Titans are definitely going to be better this season, and have a nice two-headed attack at running back in DeMarco Murray and Derrick Henry. As the team’s first option, Sharpe could be headed for over 100 targets in 2016, so grabbing him now is definitely the play. There is no reason the Titans cannot be competitive in the AFC North, so they should be in every game they play within their division.

If Sharpe is available, he instantly upgrades you at the wide receiver position. He probably was not drafted in your league, so grab him right away. Judging by his production in Week 1, this will be a nice pick up.

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