10 TE sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 1

Zach Ertz, Philadelphia Eagles

Rostered: 25.7%

After being a top-five fantasy tight end for three consecutive seasons, Ertz fell down to 31st among tight ends in fantasy points last season. He missed five games with an ankle injury and was frequently mentioned in trade rumors.

There are reasons to anticipate a bounce-back season from Ertz, though. In 11 games, Ertz still received 72 targets, and he was on the field for the majority of Philadelphia’s offensive snaps. Ertz stated that he has moved on from the events of the offseason and is happy to stay in Philadelphia.

"“I’m moving on from everything that happened this offseason. There have been apologies, there have been things that we’ve mended. Ultimately, I’m here, I’m excited to be here, and I’m excited to be a leader of this football team.”"

Ertz will have a great matchup against a vulnerable Falcons’ secondary. The Falcons allowed the most passing yards in the NFL last season. Ertz could kick off the season with a strong performance.

Anthony Firkser, Tennessee Titans

Rostered: 13.7%

Last season, Jonnu Smith suffered an ankle injury in the third quarter of the Titans’ Week 6 game against the Texans. In his absence, Anthony Firkser had a monster game with eight receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown.

With Smith now in New England, Firkser will have to opportunity to be the top tight end in Tennessee. His upside exceeds his current rostered percentage.