20 role players who are going to become NFL stars in 2020

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Noah Fant can be a weapon for Drew Lock. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) /

Noah Fant, TE, Denver Broncos

The Broncos did everything they could this offseason to give Drew Lock more weapons to work with. In fairness, they started upgrading their receiving corps when they drafted Fant back in 2019.

It’s time for the talented tight end to live up to his significant potential. He’s not the world’s greatest blocker, but he can run every route in the playbook. His combination of size and speed gives him a chance to make key plays down the seam on a regular basis. Don’t be surprised if he breaks out in a big way in 2020.

Mecole Hardman, WR, Kansas City Chiefs

Hardman showed flashes of greatness for the Chiefs as a rookie, but he still only managed to notch 26 catches on the season. Andy Reid is going to find ways to get the ball in his hands more often this season.

He isn’t going to suddenly become Patrick Mahomes’ top target, but he will get more touches in 2020. Kansas City understands just how important speed is to their offensive system. Hardman’s explosive playmaking ability is too tempting to leave dormant so often.

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