News: The Titans official website reports that receiver Kendall Wright has never felt better physically. “I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been,” Wright said. The second-year receiver is tipping the scales around 187 pounds, approximately 14 pounds lighter than when he arrived last year. Wright attributed part of the transformation to workouts at Baylor after his rookie campaign ended. A bigger difference maker, however, may have been his routes through grocery stores that passed by junk food. “For the most part, it wasn’t about the running,” Wright said. “I just started taking care of my body and eating right. I wasn’t eating right at all. I was eating a lot of junk food because that’s what I like and that’s what I’d buy, but I cut down on that and just started eating right. When you don’t buy it, you’re not going to eat it, so I just stopped buying it.”
Analysis: Wright finished his rookie season with 64 catches for 626 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games. He enters this season with the chance to start for the Titans, and we like him as a key reserve receiver with upside. Plan on drafting Wright with a mid-round pick.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright returned to action Week 17 vs. Jacksonville after sitting out Week 16 with a rib injury. Wright managed two catches for 40 yards on three targets. His longest reception went 36 yards. Wright finished his rookie season with 64 catches for 626 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games.
Analysis: Wright proved to be a great possession receiver and was fantastic in third-down situations for the Titans in 2012. However, Wright has the potential to be a big-play receiver like he was in college at Baylor and might develop into that role moving forward. He could be a candidate for a breakout season in 2013, but Wright will be more of a late-round Fantasy pick with upside next summer. He probably has a little more Fantasy value in PPR formats.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright, who was limited in practice by a rib injury leading up to the game, is active for Week 17 against the Jaguars. He was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.
Analysis: Wright gets a chance to play against the league's 24th-ranked pass defense in this one, but he's still no better than the third receiving target in a suspect passing attack. He's just a low-end option in Fantasy.
News: Tennessee wide receiver Kendall Wright was listed as questionable on the team's injury report for Week 17 against Jacksonville with a lingering rib issue. Wright's practice status improved over the past week as he was a full participant the past two days after being limited Wednesday. He missed the Titans' previous game with the injury and hopes to get healthy to face the Jaguars' 24th-ranked pass defense (246 yards allowed per game).
Analysis: Wright has been solid in his rookie season, totaling 62 receptions for 586 yards and four touchdowns heading into the final game. Assuming Wright avoids a setback prior to Sunday's game, he has a decent chance to put up a productive line against Jacksonville. Wright had five catches for 48 yards in the teams' previous meeting this season. The Jaguars are permitting an average of 20.6 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts so consider Wright a low-end option for Week 17 -- if he plays.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was able to practice in full Thursday in advance of the team’s season finale against the Jaguars in Week 17. Wright, who missed the team’s previous game with a rib injury, returned to practice on a limited basis Wednesday before being upgraded.
Analysis: Wright has been solid in his rookie season, totaling 62 receptions for 586 yards and four touchdowns heading into the final game. Assuming Wright avoids a setback prior to the game, he has a decent chance to put up a productive line up Sunday. Wright had five catches for 48 yards in the team’s previous matchup with the Jaguars. Consider him more of a low-end Fantasy option for Week 17, if he plays.
News: Tennessee wide receiver Kendall Wright (rib) returned to practice Wednesday in preparation for the Week 17 regular-season finale against Jacksonville Sunday. Coach Mike Munchak expects Wright to return against the Jaguars. Wright was inactive for Week 16 against Green Bay.
Analysis: Wright has four touchdowns on the season and his last came back in Week 10 at Miami. He faced Jacksonville Week 12 and caught five passes for 48 yards. Wright would have low-end Fantasy value for Week 17, if healthy.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright, who suffered a cracked rib in Week 15, is inactive for Week 16 at Green Bay. The Titans had expected him to miss the game even though they listed him as questionable on Friday's injury report.
Analysis: When healthy, Wright is usually good for a handful of catches and 30-40 receiving yards, which of course makes him not such an attractive option in Fantasy. He's useful in deeper leagues, but you should obviously sit him in those formats for now. His status for Week 17 against the Jaguars is yet to be determined.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was unable to hit the practice field for the third consecutive day Friday due because of cracked ribs and is not expected to play Week 16 at Green Bay, despite being listed questionable on the injury report. Wright still remains hopeful of returning for the final week of the season.
Analysis: Wright, who told reporters earlier this week that he'll sit out Sunday, has managed 62 catches for 586 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games. He is not having a bad rookie season and is a key target for Tennessee on third downs. However, he has managed 10 Fantasy points (standard) just twice this season and has more value in PPR formats. Even if Wright returns before the end of the season, he would have low-end Fantasy appeal. He also has marginal Fantasy appeal in long-term keeper formats.
News:The Tennessean reports Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright said he definitely will not play Week 16 at Green Bay because of cracked ribs, but he hopes to be back for the season finale in Week 17.
Analysis: Wright has managed 62 catches for 586 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games. He is not having a bad rookie season and is a key target for Tennessee on third downs. However, he has managed 10 Fantasy points (standard) just twice this season and has more value in PPR formats. Even if Wright returns before the end of the season, he would have low-end Fantasy appeal. He also has marginal Fantasy appeal in long-term keeper formats.
News: Titans coach Mike Munchak said Wednesday wide receiver Kendall Wright is not expected to play Week 16 at Green Bay after suffering a rib injury Week 15. Munchak said Wright will need to make a lot of progress to play Sunday, but he could play in Week 17 despite a cracked rib.
Analysis: The only surprise here is that Munchak is giving Wright a chance to return this season. Although, it wouldn't be surprising if he sits out the final two games. Wright has managed 62 catches for 586 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games. He is not having a bad rookie season and is a key target for Tennessee on third downs. However, he has managed 10 Fantasy points (standard) just twice this season and has more value in PPR formats. Fantasy owners shouldn't be planning on using Wright Week 16 and he has marginal Fantasy appeal in long-term keeper formats.
News: Titans coach Mike Munchak said Tuesday the team will know more about Kendall Wright's rib injury in the next two days. He is being further evaluated Tuesday and Munchak hopes Wright isn't done for the season. Wright suffered a cracked rib Monday against the Jets.
Analysis: Wright has managed 62 catches for 586 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games. He is not having a bad rookie season and is a key target for Tennessee on third downs. However, he has managed 10 Fantasy points (standard) just twice this season and has more value in PPR formats. Even if Wright plays Week 16 at Green Bay, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option in deeper formats. He has more Fantasy value in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright left Week 15 against the Jets with a ribs injury. Wright sustained the injury in the fourth quarter of the 14-10 win as he took a big hit from Antonio Cromartie while trying to bring down a Jake Locker pass attempt. He was unable to return to the game and finished with three receptions for 31 yards in the 14-10 win. After the game, Wright told the Tennessean that he thinks he fractured at least one of his ribs.
Analysis: Wright looked to be in a great deal of pain when he went to the sidelines and anyone out there who has dealt with a cracked rib or ribs can relate to him. The Titans have a short week heading into their Week 16 matchup against the Packers, so Fantasy owners will have to keep an eye on his status moving over the next few days. The 23-year-old has turned in a very productive rookie campaign and has caught at least five passes in seven of the 15 games he has appeared in. However, Wright doesn't have a 100-yard game under his belt yet and should be considered merely a flex option in most formats if he is healthy enough to play next week.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright needs only three receptions heading into his Week 15 matchup against the Jets to surpass Ernest Givens for 2nd most receptions in franchise history (61 in 1986). Wright, who has hauled in 59 passes for 555 yards and four scores on the year, will be facing a Jets defense that is allowing an average of 196 passing yards per contest. New York has surrendered 17 touchdowns through the air while yielding an average of 16.8 Fantasy points to opposing WRs, which ranks 4th overall.
Analysis: Wright has been one of more pleasant surprises in Fantasy this season as he has turned in a very productive rookie campaign. The 23-year-old has caught at least five passes in seven of his 14 games as he has become a very nice possession receiver in Tennessee. However, Wright doesn't have a 100-yard game under his belt yet and has gone three straight games without finding the end zone. While the future looks very bright for Wright, he should be considered merely a low-end or flex option in deeper formats this week.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright saw nine targets come his way from quarterback Jake Locker in the Week 14 loss at Indianapolis Sunday. Wright caught five of those passes for 39 yards in the game. He did not score and his long reception went for 14 yards.
Analysis: The rookie Wright has been a consistent option for Locker and Fantasy owners. He's normally good for between 4-7 catches per game for a decent amount of yardage. That said, while consistent, Wright is consistently mediocre. He doesn't have a 100-yard game under his belt yet and has caught touchdown passes in four games. He's gone three straight without seeing the end zone and is, at best, a low-end flex option for Week 15 against the Jets.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright will be looking to build off one of his best performances of the season heading into Week 14 on the road against the Colts. Wright caught six passes for 78 yards against the Texans in Week 13. He'll face an Indianapolis defense that has allowed 15 touchdowns this season to opposing wide receivers, including three of the last four games. Wright caught four passes for 47 yards and a touchdown in his previous meeting against the Colts in Week 8.
Analysis: Wright has only caught one touchdown in his last four games since his previous meeting against the Colts. He racked up a career-high 78 yards his last time and will be looking to build against a defense that has allowed a 100-yard receiver in each of the last five games. Opposing wide receivers have scored an average of 24.3 Fantasy points per game this season. At this point, he should be viewed as a decent option in deeper formats heading into Week 14.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright caught six passes for 78 yards in the team's 24-10 loss to the Texans Sunday. Wright was targeted 10 times and could have had a much better game had he not been plagued by drops.
Analysis: To be fair to Wright, the Texans were on him with nearly every pass, and Jake Locker can take some of the blame for his high-velocity, sometimes-at-the-knees passes. Watching the game, one would not have guessed Wright had more than 50 yards receiving because of how many balls were bouncing off his hands into the grass. But the 78 yards were a career high for the rookie, who now has 18 targets in his last two games. Wright caught four passes for 47 yards and a touchdown in Week 8 against the Colts, who the Titans face in Week 14. Still, for as much promise as Wright has, he's been erratic all season, and is best left for deeper leagues.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright has produced double-digit Fantasy points just twice this season. He was targeted eight times in Week 12 against Jacksonville but managed just 48 yards and four Fantasy points. Wright previously faced this week's opponent, the Texans, in Week 4. He caught four passes for 46 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: The Texans have given up a ton of passing yards the last two games and Wright could follow in the footsteps of fellow rookies Justin Blackmon and Ryan Broyles, who had big games against Houston these last two weeks, but it's more likely that he catches four passes for 45 yards. With two touchdowns in his last four games, Wright has shown some promise lately, but still remains too inconsistent for anything more than a flex play in deeper leagues.
News: Tennessee wide receiver Kendall Wright did little in the Week 12 game at Jacksonville Sunday. Wright came on late in the game and he actually finished with five receptions from quarterback Jake Locker. Still, Wright finished with 49 receiving yards and did not score in the defeat. He added one carry for 4 yards.
Analysis: The rookie Wright caught a touchdown pass in his last game Week 10 at Miami before the bye. He has touchdowns in two of his last four games and four on his rookie season for the Titans. That said, he's not been a consistent Fantasy option and has low-end appeal for Week 13 against Houston.
News: Tennessee wide receiver Kendall Wright heads into Week 12 at Jacksonville Sunday ready to face a poor passing defense. The Jaguars are allowing the eighth-most Fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers on the year and just gave up 14 catches for 273 yards and a touchdown to Andre Johnson of the Texans last week. Wright caught just one pass in his last game against Miami Week 10 but it was a 9-yard TD grab.
Analysis: Wright is definitely no Andre Johnson but he has been a nice rookie receiver for quarterback Jake Locker. Wright leads all NFL rookies in receptions with 42 and has two touchdowns in his last three games. Wright is up to four touchdowns on the season for the Titans. That said, despite his solid matchup he is just a flex option, at best, for the Week 12 game Sunday.
News: Context was the only thing keeping Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright from having his quietest day of the season in Week 10 against the Dolphins. Wright had just one catch for 9 yards in the game, but it was where the catch occurred on the field that made all the difference; Wright found the end zone on an inside slant to put the Titans up to an early lead in the first quarter. He was targeted two other times in the game, but was unable to bring either pass in. The Titans would go on to win the game, 37-3.
Analysis: Wright has had at least one catch in each game so far, and he had just two games with fewer than three prior to Sunday. He leads the Titans in catches but is averaging just 9.1 yards per catch, which limits his value. Still, he is getting plenty of targets, so he should keep having value in PPR formats. The Titans are on a bye in Week 11, before taking on the Jaguars in Week 12. The Jaguars are allowing opposing wide receivers to total 21.7 Fantasy points per game, so consider Wright a useful low-end Fantasy option after the bye.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was able to play through a minor elbow injury Sunday against the Dolphins, after participating in full in practice leading up to Week 10. Wright left Week 9 against the Bears because of the injury.
Analysis: Wright is on pace for 80-plus catches as a rookie, but he has been lacking in big plays. Week 10 may be his chance to figure thigns out, as the Dolphins have struggled against wide receivers. Opposing receivers are averaging 26.5 Fantasy points per game against Miami, so feel comfortable getting him active in deeper PPR Fantasy formats as a flex option.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was a full participant in practice for the third straight day Friday and is being considered as probable for Week 10 against the Dolphins. Wright left Week 9 against the Bears due to an elbow injury. Miami has allowed two 100-yard receivers last week. Wright leads all rookies with 42 receptions and has 381 yards with three touchdowns this season.
Analysis: The rookie receiver has yet to produce a 100-yard game in 2012, but he has three touchdowns and is on pace for 80-plus catches as a rookie. The Dolphins allow the fourth-most receiving yards per game and are giving up 26.5 Fantasy points per game. He has a bright future, but right now Wright is just a low-end Fantasy option in seasonal formats due to his lack of big-play ability. Consider him as a possible flex option, if healthy, heading into Week 10.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright practiced in full for the second straight day Thursday leading up to his matchup against the Dolphins. Wright, who left Week 9 against Chicago because of an elbow injury, is expecting to play on Sunday. He'll be looking to bounce back against a Miami defense that allowed two 100-yard receivers last week. Wright leads all rookies with 42 receptions and has 381 yards with three touchdowns this season.
Analysis: The rookie receiver has yet to produce a 100-yard game in 2012, but he has three touchdowns and is on pace for 80-plus catches as a rookie.. The Dolphins allow the fourth-most receiving yards per game and are giving up 26.5 Fantasy points per game. He has a bright future, but right now Wright is just a low-end Fantasy option in seasonal formats due to his lack of big-play ability. Consider him as a possible flex option, if healthy, heading into Week 10.
News: Titans coach Mike Munchak said wide receiver Kendall Wright, who suffered an elbow injury Week 9, practiced Wednesday and has no issues with his elbow, according to The Tennessean.
Analysis: The rookie receiver has yet to produce a 100-yard game in 2012, but he has three touchdowns and has been key on third downs for Tennessee. He has a bright future, but right now Wright is just a low-end Fantasy option in seasonal formats. Wright could have some sleeper potential Week 10. The Dolphins allow the fourth-most receiving yards per game.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright, who left Week 9 vs. Chicago because of an elbow injury, said he feels fine Monday and expects to play Week 10 at Miami. He is waiting on his MRI results, but said his elbow didn't swell up. Coach Mike Munchak said Monday he expects Wright to play Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie receiver has yet to produce a 100-yard game in 2012, but he has three touchdowns and has been key on third downs for Tennessee. He has a bright future, but right now Wright is just a low-end Fantasy option in seasonal formats. Monitor Wright's situation closely as the week progresses, as he could have some sleeper potential Week 10. The Dolphins allow the fourth-most receiving yards per game.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright left Sunday's 51-20 loss to the Bears with a right elbow injury. Before he left -- midway through the third quarter -- he had caught two passes for 30 yards.
Analysis: In an ugly game overall, Wright finished third on the team in receiving yards. He had left the game gingerly holding his arm, but returned to the sidelines about 15 minutes later and was catching passes. He did not return to the game and the extent of his injury is unknown. If Wright is healthy for Week 10's matchup against Miami, he's got potential for a big game -- the Dolphins allow the fourth-most receiving yards per game. And in Week 9, Miami gave up over 400 passing yards to Andrew Luck. Monitor Wright's situation closely as the week progresses, as he could have some sleeper potential if healthy.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright has produced an amazingly uneven season of stats so far, with two double-digit games of Fantasy points, three games with three or fewer points, and four floating in the middle. He has yet to score more than 10 Fantasy points in a game this season.
Analysis: Wright's week 9 opponent is Chicago, a team that has Fantasy's best defense, but allows the 12th-most passing yards per game. The problem in Tennessee is that, on a week-to-week basis, it's unclear whether the top target will be Kenny Britt, Nate Washington, or Wright. Even Chris Johnson could work his way into the mix with receptions. After Weeks 5 and 6, in which Wright averaged 8.5 targets and 68.5 yards per game, his production dropped off, with an average of just four targets and 33 yards over his last two. Owned in 60 percent of leagues but started in just 16 percent last week, it's tough to make a case for starting Wright beyond, "he could have a good game." And that argument has holes easily poked in it by, "well, so could Britt or Washington." If you must start him, don't do it in any role more significant than at flex in a PPR, and be just as unmoved if he gets you one point or 10.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright finished with four receptions for 47 yards and a touchdown during Tennessee's 19-13 overtime loss to Indianapolis in Week 8. Wright connected with quarterback Matt Hasselbeck on a 23-yard score in the second quarter for his third touchdown of his rookie season. It also represented the team's only trip to the end zone. Wright tallied just five total targets from Hasselbeck in the game.
Analysis: Wright had not reached the end zone since Week 4 at Houston, but was able to tie Nate Washington for the team lead with his score on Sunday. The 22-year-old was able to effectively rebound from a modest Week 7 performance when he tallied a season-low 19 yards and posted an average of 11.8 yards per reception against the Colts. Tennessee continues to favor the running games recently so Wright's chances could be hit-or-miss going forward. Consider him a possible flex option in deeper Fantasy formats for Week 9 against Chicago.
News: Tennessee wide receiver Kendall Wright has produced plenty of thrilling moments during his rookie campaign as he has developed into a key member of the Titans passing game. His output in Week 7 at Buffalo wasn't one of them, however. Wright finished with a career-low 19 yards on three receptions as his scoreless streak stretched to a season-high three games. He will attempt to effectively rebound during Week 8 against Indianapolis, which is allowing just 210.7 passing yards per game to opponents this season.
Analysis: Despite his lowly performance last Sunday, Wright still paces all rookies with 36 receptions on the season while chewing up 304 yards. The 22-year-old continues to show steady hands and has hauled in 18 of the 22 passes thrown in his direction over the past three games. But he has been kept out of the end zone during that stretch as the Titans have relied heavily on the resurgence of running back Chris Johnson. Indianapolis is giving up an average of 27.0 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts this year but with so many weapons in the team's receiving game, Wright should be viewed as a low-end option only in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright continues to look for his breakout performance, after being limited to 19 yards on three catches in Week 7 against the Bills Sunday. Wright brought in each pass thrown his way in a 35-34 win. Wright has now averaged fewer than 10 yards per catch in four of his first seven games as a pro.
Analysis: Wright had a reputation as a big-play receiver coming out of college, after averaging 15.4 yards per catch on 108 receptions as a senior at Baylor. So far in the NFL he has been much more of a possession receiver as a rookie, leading the team with 36 catches for just 304 yards. The fact that Wright continues to be looked at so often in the passing game is a good sign for his future, but the present results leave something to be desired. The Titans face a solid matchup in Week 8 when they take on the Colts, who have surrendered 11 touchdown receptions to opposing wide receivers. Wright's Fantasy value is limited mostly to PPR formats at this time, so consider him a risky option for Week 8.
News: Rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright has led the Titans in catches through the first six games of the season, but he is still looking for a true breakout game. The first-round pick has 33 catches for 285 yards so far this season, but he has yet to post a really big game. He is trending upwards heading into Week 7 against the Bills, as he has increased his yardage total in four straight games, culminating in a 71-yard performance in Week 6 against the Steelers. He will try to continue his improved play Sunday against a vulnerable Buffalo secondary.
Analysis: Buffalo has allowed opposing wide receivers to accumulated at least 19 Fantasy points in each game so far this season. They are permitting 27.7 Fantasy points per game to receivers, a mark that puts them in the bottom five in the league. Wright is averaging just 8.6 yards per catch, which belies his explosive speed. He is receiving plenty of targets in the passing game, and seems bound to break out at some point. That might come in Week 7, so consider him a viable low-end Fantasy starter.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright led the team in receiving yards for the third game in a row Thursday against the Steelers in Week 6. Wright brought in six passes for 71 yards, with a long reception of 35 yards. He was targeted eight times, good for third on the team. The Titans won the game, 26-23.
Analysis: Wright has been very productive through the first six games of his career. The 22-year-old out of Baylor has 33 catches for 285 yards, both of which lead all NFL rookies so far. The 8.3 yards per catch number is definitely lower than we expected, after he averaged 15.1 on 108 catches as a senior in college. Still, it is hard to be upset with his production so far, especially in PPR formats. The Titans face a terrific matchup next Sunday, as they head to Buffalo. The Bills have been torched by wide receivers this season, having allowed 10 touchdowns through the first five games of the season. Consider Wright a decent low-end starting Fantasy option for Week 7.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright looks to have somewhat of a tough matchup in Week 6 against the Steelers. Pittsburgh enters the contest ranked third in pass defense after allowing an average of 185 passing yards per game. The Steelers have surrendered eight touchdowns through the air while yielding an average of 18.5 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year. Wright is coming off his best overall performance of the season as he hauled in a career-best nine receptions for 66 yards in Tennessee's Week 5 loss to Minnesota.
Analysis: Wright has been one of the more pleasant surprises in Fantasy over the first five weeks of the season. The 22-year-old leads all rookies in receptions with 27 and his 44 targets leads the Titans by a fairly large margin. 14 of his 27 receptions have resulted in first downs and he is tied with Jared Cook for the team lead with two TD receptions. However, Wright is more of a possession receiver at this stage of his career as he only has one catch of 20 yards or more thus far. The rookie has clearly benefited from Kenny Britt being limited in the early part of the year and has more than taken advantage of his extra snaps. However, he looks to have a tough matchup on tap this week as the Steelers have been stingy against the pass. Only owners in deeper PPR formats should consider rolling with Wright in Week 6.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was fairly productive in Week 5 against the Vikings. Wright hauled in a team and career-high nine receptions for 66 yards in the 30-7 defeat but was once again unable to get in the end zone. He had a long of 10 yards and averaged 7.3 yards per reception while being targeted a team-high 11 times.
Analysis: With Kenny Britt continuing to be slowed by ankle issues, Wright has seen an increase in playing time. The rookie has been taking full advantage of his extra snaps as he has now hauled in 20 receptions for 153 yards over his last three contests. While the rookie only has one touchdown over that stretch, his 27 receptions leads the team. Still, his overall production has been a bit too inconsistent to trust as a starting wideout in most standard formats. However, owners should consider plugging the 22-year-old in as a flex option, especially in PPR formats. The Titans host the Steelers in Week 6 on Thursday night.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright will be looking to find the end zone for the third time this season in Week 5 against the Vikings. Wright hauled in his second career touchdown pass in last week's loss to the Texans and finished with four catches for 46 yards. Minnesota enters the contest ranked 15th in pass defense after allowing an average of 228 passing yards over the first four games of the year. The Vikings have surrendered five touchdowns through the air while allowing yielding an average of 18.5 Fantasy points to opposing WRs.
Analysis: Wright has been fairly productive over the first four games of the season and already has three starts under his belt. However, he continues to lag behind Kenny Britt and Nate Washington on the team's pecking order, albeit his two touchdown receptions are tied for the team lead. However, the rookie's overall production has been much too inconsistent to trust in most formats and he will likely have backup Matt Hasselbeck throwing passes in his direction this week. The Vikings have also done a nice job limiting the production of opposing wideouts, so only owners in deeper formats should consider rolling with the 22-year-old in Week 5.
News: Titans rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright, who started in place of the injured Kenny Britt (ankle), recorded his second career touchdown during a 38-14 loss Week 4 at Houston. Wright capped the scoring with an 11-yard touchdown catch from quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, who replaced the injured Jake Locker in the first quarter, with 57 seconds left. Wright finished with four catches for 46 yards. He was targeted a team-high eight times and his longest catch went 20 yards. Unofficially, he had two dropped passes.
Analysis: Wright could have had an even bigger day at Houston had he held onto a few more passes. He still hasn't gone over 50 yards in a game this season and certainly benefited from Britt's absence Week 4. Although, you can see when he plays why the Titans took Wright in the first round this year. They have high hopes for the former Baylor receiver, but right now Wright has more value in long-term keeper formats. He has low-end Fantasy appeal heading into Week 5 at Minnesota.
News: Titans rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright will get his first taste of the AFC South rivalry with the Texans in Week 4. The Texans have been very good against receivers in 2012. Wide receivers are averaging just 134 yards and 14.3 Fantasy points per game, which is third lowest in the NFL. Also, only one receiver -- Eric Decker -- has a 100-yard game and one receiver -- Brandon Stokley -- has a touchdown against Houston.
Analysis: Wright had a career-high seven catches in Week 3 against the Lions, but he produced just 41 yards. The week before he managed his first touchdown. Through his first three career games, Wright has totaled 14 catches for 102 yards and one touchdown. The Titans have high hopes for the 2012 first-round pick, but right now Wright is still learning the NFL game and behind Kenny Britt and Nate Washington on the pecking order at receiver. It's a tough matchup Week 4, so Wright should be left for the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News: Though rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright, who scored his first career touchdown last week, wasn't one the most productive of the team's receiving options Week 3 against the Lions, he was used frequently on wide receiver screens, finishing with seven catches for 41 yards. He was targeted 11 times, tied for the team lead with Kenny Britt.
Analysis: Wright was expected to play a smaller role this week than last, with both Britt and Nate Washington back at full capacity, but that clearly wasn't the case. Granted, the role he played wasn't especially useful for Fantasy purposes -- at least not outside of points-per-reception leagues -- but if the Titans continue to use him in some capacity, he might eventually break through. For now, you can leave him for deeper Fantasy leagues. The Titans visit the Texans in Week 4.
News: Though rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright led the Titans in targets Week 2, scoring his first career touchdown in the process, he might be forced to take a step back Week 3 against the Lions. One reason is because Nate Washington is healthy again after missing practice all of last week with a leg contusion, but the bigger reason is because Kenny Britt, who's working his way back from a torn ACL, won't be limited to a certain number of plays this time around. He played only 19 snaps in Week 2. To make matters worse, the Lions have fared well against the pass this season, ranking six in yards allowed.
Analysis: For all of Wright's targets last week, he caught only two passes for 24 yards, so it's clear he's not ready to be the go-to guy yet. Last week's extenuating circumstances forced him into that role, but this week, he likely won't even be in the starting lineup. Maybe in a more prolific passing attack, Wright would still have a chance of making a worthwhile contribution as the third wide receiver, but the Titans' passing game ranks 22nd in terms of yardage so far. Wright is a reach as a flex option this week.
News: Titans wide receiver Kendall Wright was able to find the end zone for the first time in his career in Week 2 against the Chargers. Wright was on the receiving end of a 15-yard scoring strike from Jake Locker near the end of the third quarter. He also hauled in a 9 yard reception earlier in the 38-10 defeat and was targeted a team-high eight times by Locker. Wright finished with two receptions for 24 yards in the loss.
Analysis: Wright was Locker's clear-cut favorite target Sunday afternoon, but unfortunately the two were unable to hook up for most of the contest. That made things even more difficult for the Titans' offense to throw the ball as Nate Washington and Kenny Britt were both limited in the contest. Still, Wright's touchdown in Week 2 is hopefully the first of what will be many scores for the 22-year-old. Still, at this point in his career, Wright should be considered more of a reserve Fantasy option with upside. Unless Britt and Washington are both out in Week 3 against the Lions, Wright should be left on the bench in most formats heading into next week.
News: Titans receiver Kendall Wright could see an increased role in Tennessee's offense during his Week 2 matchup against the Chargers. Kenny Britt is expected to be on a snap count due to a knee injury and Nate Washington may not be at 100 percent after leaving the Titans Week 1 loss to New England with a leg injury. Wright hauled in five receptions for 37 yards against the Patriots, while San Diego surrendered 276 passing yards in its opening week win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Wright has just OK in his debut last Sunday but some felt the rookie failed to cash in on an opportunity with Kenny Britt serving his suspension. While Brit is expected back this week, it will likely be in a limited capacity and Washington could also be limited due to his leg injury. That could leave the door open for Wright to make his second straight start for the Titans. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the health of Tennessee's receiving core as the week progresses. If Wright earns another start, he could be worth starting in deeper standard formats. If not, consider leaving the 22-year-old reserved against the Chargers.
News: Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright had a quiet game in his NFL debut in Week 1 on Sunday against the Patriots. Wright had five catches, but he managed just 37 yards and no touchdowns on six targets.
Analysis: Wright had a great opportunity against New England with Kenny Britt (suspended) out, but Britt will return in Week 2 at San Diego. However, Nate Washington (leg contusion) left the game, and he could miss the game with the Chargers, which could open things for Wright to start again. Still, Wright is more of a backup Fantasy receiver in the majority of leagues. Even though he could start against the Chargers he should not be in most lineups.
News: Fantasy owners looking for a sleeper in Week 1 might consider Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright against the Patriots. Wright is getting the chance to start with Kenny Britt (suspension) out, and New England has a suspect secondary based on last year's stats. The Patriots were No. 1 in Fantasy points allowed to opposing receivers, and Wright showed a good rapport in the preseason with quarterback Jake Locker. Wright caught nine passes for 116 yards and a touchdown in the preseason.
Analysis: Wright has the chance to make a solid debut against New England. If you need help at receiver then take a flier on him as a starter, especially in deeper formats that require three starting receivers.
News: The Titans will start receiver Kendall Wright Week 1 against the Patriots, reports the team Monday. Wright will start with Kenny Britt suspended. Wright caught nine passes for 116 yards and a touchdown in the preseason to win the job.
Analysis: Wright has some Fantasy value in the later rounds of drafts, but the fact Britt is only expected to miss two games hurts him somewhat. Wright could easily display major upside Week 1 against the Patriots and never look back. Still, he's only worth a start if you are in a major bind for receiver help.
News: Titans receiver Kendall Wright continued to impress as he found the end zone again during Thursday's preseason contest against the Cardinals. Wright, who made his second start of the preseason, was targeted early and often as he caught a 10-yard pass from Jake Locker for a touchdown. He was targeted five times, making four receptions for 44 yards, averaging 11 yards per catch in a 32-27 victory.
Analysis: Wright had another quality performance as he is getting some decent looks from Locker while Kenny Britt is recovering from a knee surgery. If Britt is not ready by Week 1, Wright may receive some quality playing time alongside Nate Washington. We'll continue to monitor Britt's status for the regular season and how that may impact Wright's Fantasy value. For now, Fantasy owners should consider Wright a late-round option in seasonal drafts with a slight boost in keeper leagues.
News: Titans receiver Kendall Wright made an impressive debut during Saturday's preseason opener against the Seahawks. Wright made his mark with Jake Locker in the second quarter and caught all three of his passes for 47 yards receiving, averaging 15.7 yards a catch. All three of the rookie's catches went for 14 yards or more during his debut. His last catch of the night proved to be his longest gain of the game as Locker found him for an 18-yard gain late in the first half.
Analysis: It was nice to see the rookie make some hefty plays during his first preseason action. Wright could be thrust into a prominent role quickly with the Titans as the team awaits news on a possible suspension for Kenny Britt, who is also recovering from knee surgeries. Fantasy owners should consider Wright a late-round option in seasonal drafts with a slight boost in keeper leagues.
News: After missing time during the first week of training camp because of a shoulder injury, Titans rookie wide receiver Kendall Wright continued his transition to the NFL during a practice with the Falcons on Monday. Wright made several nice grabs, but also appeared confused on some plays. "He has been here less than a week so we know we have a lot of work in a lot of areas, especially with a man like him," coach Mike Munchak told The Tennesseean. "But he is excited and he comes back and he loves competing and that’s what makes it fun to watch him."
Analysis: Wright only started practicing in pads last Saturday, so he still has some rough edges to iron out during the preseason. The 20th overall pick in last April's NFL draft has already made an impression on veteran quarterback Matt Hasselbeck despite some hiccups during Monday's practice session. Wright could be thrust into a prominent role quickly with the Titans as the team awaits news on a possible suspension for Kenny Britt, who is also recovering from knee surgeries. Fantasy owners should consider Wright a late-round option in seasonal drafts with a slight boost in keeper leagues.
News: Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright was able to participate in his first practice Saturday. Wright, who had been nursing a shoulder strain, impressed during his first workout as he reportedly made several nice catches during the team's workout. “I feel great being out of the red jersey and being able to practice for real,” Wright told the Tennessean. “I am getting to feeling more like myself every day. I just have to keep getting in shape and just keep working hard in the offense.”
Analysis: Wright was finally able to get on the practice field Saturday after being stuck wearing the red non-contact jersey Friday. While he is a little bit behind, coach Mike Munchak said it shouldn't take him that long to get up to speed. “I think he was embarrassed to be in the red (jersey). He was begging (Friday) not to wear it. It’s good to have him getting back into it, getting back into the feel of the game. He’ll be more involved moving forward.” With Kenny Britt (knee) still hurt and awaiting a possible suspension, we could see Wright playing a prominent role with the Titans this season. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on how he fares during training camp and into the preseason. Consider Wright worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: The Tennessean reports that Titans receiver Kendall Wright is just fine. When he showed up for training camp after reaching a four-year, $8.2 million deal with the team, he was cleared by trainers to begin practicing. Wright didn’t take part in the team’s June minicamp because of a shoulder strain. “Maybe 2-3 weeks my shoulder was hurting," Wright said. “But my shoulder is good.” Wright took part in the team’s walk-through on Thursday morning, but he’ll be limited in practices Thursday night and Friday because of CBA rules. He’ll practice in pads for the first time on Saturday. He knows the expectations are high. Some of his teammates even called him during his four-day absence and asked when he’d report. “I am just going to do what the team drafted me to do, and that is to come play receiver and come make plays,’’ he said. “I don’t think there’s a lot of pressure on me, though I know some might. I am just out here learning and what I have to do to get ready for the season.”
Analysis: Wright said he could play two receiver positions if the season started this weekend, and he’s learning new wrinkles that were put into the offense recently. Soon, he’ll feel comfortable at three spots. With Kenny Britt (knee) still hurt and awaiting a possible suspension, we could see Wright playing a prominent role this year. He's worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: The Titans reportedly have made their agreement with No. 20 overall pick Kendall Wright. TitansInsider.com says a deal is done while ESPN says it's a four-year deal worth $8.2 million including $4.4 million guaranteed.
Analysis: Wright made strides in offseason workouts, lining up in multiple positions after being in just one and overcoming a shoulder injury. With Kenny Britt unlikely to begin the season on-time, Wright should find playing time right from the get-go. He's worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: The Tennessean reports that Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright isn’t taking part in this week’s minicamp because of the shoulder injury he suffered last week. Still, offensive coordinator Chris Palmer said Wright remains on track for training camp and the season. “He’s exactly where we want him to be,” Palmer said. “He has done a tremendous job. He is football smart. He is a high school quarterback who can throw the ball. You can’t have enough guys like that.” The Titans initially planned for their first-round pick to learn one position this offseason. He studied three. “Kendall is a very talented player and I enjoy being around him,” Palmer said. “He’s a guy who’s a lot of fun. He’s not a diva — he’s not your typical wide receiver. He’s a football player. He hurt his shoulder and that night he is out bowling left-handed. He won me over on that.”
Analysis: We hope Wright is OK for the start of training camp, and he has the potential to be a contributor for the Titans right away. Speed is the name of his game but he doesn't have great size (5-foot-10) to be an elite NFL receiver, and that goes double if he's sharing the field with guys like Kenny Britt and Nate Washington. He might make an impact, but it might not be in 2012. Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright didn't suffer structural damage to his injured shoulder, the Tennessean reported, but he will likely miss this week's minicamp. In Wright's first few weeks with the Titans, he's impressed quarterback Jake Locker with his knowledge of the game. “He's not set in stone with what the book says,” Locker said. “He's good at interpreting how to run a play.”
Analysis: We hope Wright is OK for the start of training camp, and he has the potential to be a contributor for the Titans right away. Speed is the name of his game but he doesn't have great size (5-foot-10) to be an elite NFL receiver, and that goes double if he's sharing the field with guys like Kenny Britt and Nate Washington. He might make an impact, but it might not be in 2012. Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: Titans rookie receiver Kendall Wright left Thursday's practice after sustaining a shoulder injury. Wright made a sprawling attempt at a deep pass down the right sideline from Jake Locker. The second-year quarterback said afterward that the pass was thrown too far inside. “It’s kind of in his DNA to try and catch every ball,” coach Mike Munchak said. The Tennessean reports that Wright is expected to miss next week's minicamp with the injury.
Analysis: We hope Wright is OK for the start of training camp, and he has the potential to be a contributor for the Titans right away. Speed is the name of his game but he doesn't have great size (5-foot-10) to be an elite NFL receiver, and that goes double if he's sharing the field with guys like Kenny Britt and Nate Washington. He might make an impact, but it might not be in 2012 (we do like his long-term prospects with a mobile gunslinger like Jake Locker). Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: The Titans opened their OTAs by using receiver Kendall Wright in just one spot -- the "X" receiver, typically on the other side of the offensive line as the tight end. But The Tennessean reports that two weeks later, they're moving him around to the other side of the quarterback and in the slot. "He did such a good job his first week, and his confidence, he showed everybody what he could do," offensive coordinator Chris Palmer said. "Now we are starting to play him in some other spots."
Analysis: Wright said he's picking things up fast, and reviews of him in OTAs have been positive. Wright has excellent speed and hands to go with his smallish frame, so defenses will have their hands full. He might make a decent impact this year, but his bigger contributions might come after 2012 (we do like his long-term prospects with a mobile gunslinger like Jake Locker). Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: According to TitansInsider.com, rookie receiver Kendall Wright said Friday he is comfortable with what he has learned thus far from the playbook during OTA workouts. He also has made a good impression on his teammates and coaches. Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck raved about the play of Wright through the first three days of OTAs. Wright has received added reps due to a knee injury to Kenny Britt. “He's been great, he's been as advertised,” Hasselbeck said. “He's explosive, he's a great kid and he's a competitor.” And coach Mike Munchak said Wright can be special and comes as you would expect a first round pick to be.
Analysis: Speed is the name of his game but he doesn't have great size (5-foot-10) to be an elite NFL receiver, and that goes double if he's sharing the field with guys like Britt and Nate Washington. He might make an impact, but it might not be in 2012 (we do like his long-term prospects with a mobile gunslinger like Jake Locker). Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: Titans offensive coordinator Chris Palmer told the media Thursday that he's having rookie receiver Kendall Wright focus on learning the 'X' position, or split end. That way he can have veteran Kenny Britt line up all over the place and really create some defensive headaches. Palmer also added that so long as his receiving corps is healthy, he promises to find ways to keep Wright on the field with Britt and Nate Washington. Wright was the first-round pick of the Titans in the 2012 NFL Draft.
Analysis: The only drawback for a receiver to learning one position is being pigeon-holed by defenses and thus being a little easier to defend. But Wright has excellent speed and hands to go with his smallish frame, so defenses will have their hands full anyway. He might make a decent impact this year, but his bigger contributions might come after 2012 (we do like his long-term prospects with a mobile gunslinger like Jake Locker). Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: Baylor wide receiver Kendall Wright was the first-round pick of the Titans in the 2012 NFL Draft. Wright logged evidence in 50 games that he could scorch college defenses with blink-quick moves and appeared ready to fit into a slot position in the NFL and become a nightmarish matchup for defenses. He appeared to lose a little luster when his 40-yard time at the combine was announced as only 4.61 seconds but it improved to 4.41 and 4.46 seconds at his Pro Day. Wright holds a share of 10 Baylor career receiving records and set a single-season mark last year with 108 catches for 1,663 yards, 14 touchdown receptions and nine games with more than 100 yards. His career total of 4,004 yards receiving is 1,300 yards more than anyone who preceded him.
Analysis: Wright's a hustler on the field, but he probably won't get the slew of passes he's been used to getting in Tennessee. He fits right into their plans as a slot receiver capable of drawing deep coverage, opening the door up for the Titans' other wideouts, Kenny Britt and Nate Washington to make mid-range plays. Speed is the name of his game but he doesn't have great size (5-foot-10) to be an elite NFL receiver, and that goes double if he's sharing the field with guys like Britt and Washington. He might make an impact, but it might not be in 2012 (we do like his long-term prospects with a mobile gunslinger like Jake Locker). Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
News: Baylor wide receiver Kendall Wright is ready for the draft shenanigans teams play to be over, if only for his sanity. Wright is tired of the rumors circulating that claim he has 16 percent body fat, especially since he told the Chicago Sun-Times that a team that worked him out last week measured him at 8.4 percent body fat. The quiet and unassuming receiver logged evidence in 50 games that he could scorch college defenses with blink-quick moves and appeared ready to fit into a slot position in the NFL and become a nightmarish matchup for defenses. Wright appeared to lose a little luster when his 40-yard time at the combine was announced as only 4.61 seconds but it improved to 4.41 and 4.46 seconds at his Pro Day. Wright holds a share of 10 Baylor career receiving records and set a single-season mark last year with 108 catches for 1,663 yards, 14 touchdown receptions and nine games with more than 100 yards. His career total of 4,004 yards receiving is 1,300 yards more than anyone who preceded him.
Analysis: Wright is a tireless athlete who also played on the Baylor basketball team, squatted more than 550 pounds and reportedly has a vertical jump of 42 inches. He has the natural ability to be a returner but was not showcased there in college. His speed in college was never questioned and is clearly his biggest asset. He doesn't have great size (5-foot-10), which makes the comparisons to Steve Smith and Santonio Holmes proper, but he can be a potential gamebreaker like those guys too. What could be key to his success is if he ends up on a team with a mobile and strong-armed quarterback who can find him open deep on broken plays. He'll need at least a strong-armed quarterback to be overly productive. Figure Wright to be worth a late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle- to late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a Top 20 pick in rookie only formats.
