Derek Brown#12 of 87 NFL pundits · Sep 4, 2026
Brown is fading DK Metcalf again in 2026, arguing their underlying metrics and struggles against two-high coverage mean little upside at their current draft price.
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I’m getting back aboard the “Fade D.K.” train in 2026 because I don’t see much upside at his current draft price.
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Fantasy Bust CallsDK MetcalfPittsburgh Steelers
DK Metcalf to fall short of his draft cost (his current draft price)
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