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Jonathan Anderson's Dior Man Is a Delight
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's a new (new, new) look at Dior. After weeks of teasing glimpses, Jonathan Anderson has finally started to unveil his vision for the nearly 80-year-old fashion house. At Les Invalides in Paris, Anderson showed his debut collection for Dior men's and presented an entirely fresh vernacular for the global brand—one that delicately balanced the historical with the present while presenting lots of propositions for the future. The livestream began with videos of brand ambassadors traveling to the show. Lakeith Stanfield and Josh O'Connor chitchatted in the back of the cab, while Robert Pattinson leisurely strolled into an elevator. All of these guys were decked out in Anderson's new Dior, or perhaps it was less decked out and more dressed. Impossibly stylish, the clothes bend the arch between a dapper man and someone who's a bit of a scoundrel. Outside, Anderson collaborator and friend the director Luca Guadagnino was filming some of the recognizable guests who began to arrive, like Sam Nivola and Donatella Versace. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were there. Sabrina Carpenter pulled up wearing an Anderson-ized version of Dior's New Look. Inside the venue, a nearly-empty gallery space had been built, punctuated only by light parquet floors and wooden blocks for seats. The walls were sparsely hung with still life paintings by Old Masters like Jean Siméon Chardin, whose work Monsieur Dior was fond of. Other than Versace, several more designers came out to support Anderson, including Pierpaolo Piccioli and Matthieu Blazy, both set to make their own debuts, at Balenciaga and Chanel respectively, this fall. The anticipation for this collection was high, to say the least. Once the first look hit the runway, it was clear just how much the hype had been warranted. Bang out of the gate, a hit: Anderson paired a Donegal tweed bar jacket with ballooning cargo shorts fastened with a pleated, cascading bustle at the back, a design loosely inspired by the mille-feuille dress silhouettes Monsieur Dior showed at the beginning of his career. Everything that followed painted a delightful, whip-smart portrait of the past infused with the present. Riffing off of ideas from his final womenswear collection for Loewe last year, Anderson wrote in the show notes that these pieces were meant to signify 'a reconstruction of formality' and celebrate the 'joy in the art of dressing: a spontaneous, empathetic collusion of then and now, of relics of the past things rediscovered in the archives, classic tropes of class, and pieces that have endured the test of time.' For any other designer, finding resonance with 'then and now' at a storied house might manifest itself as a re-issue. Anderson is one of the most important designers of his generation because he understands how not to do that. He makes things that are recognizable and ripped from history books and turns them into something we've never seen before. For Spring 2026, Anderson did this by crafting precise replicas of embroidered waistcoats and pairing them with white jeans and sneakers. Basic neckties were loose and worn flipped over to reveal Anderson's revamp of the Dior logo—a journey back to its roots when M. Dior, in his exacting way, would only settle for a French-style font. There were classic cravats and rococo-style micro-florals set against athletic socks and fisherman sandals. Anderson's new book totes were carried throughout the show, touting titles like Bonjour Tristesse and In Cold Blood—accessories for a hot dude who reads. The capes and maxi shirt-dresses added touches of Anderson's signature kookiness, abstracting and bending the idea of time even further. These men were dandy and regal, but also a little rough around the edges, the kind that Anderson has made into a bona fide style archetype over the last decade. No one else could, at least in this moment, make eighteenth-century wardrobe staples feel like they belonged with a pair of barrel leg jeans. Anderson imagines completely unimaginable wardrobes for those outside of the fashion sphere, for those who never thought a tie could be worn backwards or a pair of cargos could sashay. The biggest challenge of these gargantuan creative director jobs at luxury houses is being everything to everyone—being a creative director whose clothes, marketing, ambassadors, and accessories appeal to the classic brand loyalists, the high-net worth clients who want a logo splattered all over their bodies, and the kids who are looking for someone to tell them what's coming next. Anderson can imagine something for every luxury customer, and he has the vision to build new sartorial archetypes through instinctive design. He got a standing ovation of course, walking out with a shy swagger, the kind we'd just witnessed reverberate through the clothes he showed on the runway. This is the delight and the dream of Anderson. It was then, it is now, and it will be as he keeps moving ahead at Dior. You Might Also Like 4 Investment-Worthy Skincare Finds From Sephora The 17 Best Retinol Creams Worth Adding to Your Skin Care Routine
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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Chandler Simpson, Noelvi Marte and Austin Hays
FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE PICKUPS Chandler Simpson (OF Rays): Rostered in 31% of Yahoo leagues Simpson earned a surprisingly quick recall to the majors this week after hitting .366/.416/.465 with 11 steals in 16 games for Triple-A Durham and has started all three games since his return. The Rays seem committed to giving him a lengthier look this time, and he'll probably be the league's leading basestealer while playing regularly. Advertisement There's nothing really unknown about Simpson at this point. He's one of professional baseball's fastest players, and he makes a great deal of contact at the plate. Although he's a little stronger physically than some would suspect, he offers no in-game power, with his one professional homer being an inside-the-parker. Even doubles are something of a rarity for him. A middle infielder in college, he still has issues defensively in the outfield, which was the biggest reason the Rays sent him down at the end of May. For Simpson to be a viable major league regular, he simply has to become an above average defensive center fielder. It's quite possible he'll get there, and it looks like the Rays are going to leave him alone in that spot now after using him in left field about half of the time during his first stint in the majors. They might eventually decide again that they need more defense in that spot, but for now, Simpson's steals and batting average should make him a top-40 fantasy outfielder. Noelvi Marte (3B Reds): Rostered in 22% of Yahoo leagues With three homers, 17 RBI and four steals, Marte was very helpful in fantasy leagues over 19 games before suffering an oblique strain in early May. He's nearly ready to return now after going 5-for-18 with a homer in his first five games on a rehab assignment. Advertisement Marte was a big question mark coming into this season and failed to make the Reds out of spring training. Once considered one of the game's top 20 or so prospects, he was busted for PEDs in 2024 and struggled mightily after returning from suspension, hitting just .210/.248/.301 in 66 games. He proceeded to get off to a great start with Louisville, and after barely playing in his first callup to Cincinnati, he received a real chance due to Christian Encarnacion-Strand landing on the IL and started tearing it up immediately. His biggest game was kind of a fluke; he had a grand slam and a two-run double while facing Orioles position players on Apr. 20. Still, even taking that out of the equation, he hit .280 with two homers and 10 RBI over his remaining 13 games before getting hurt. The Reds kicked Jeimer Candelario to the curb and haven't gotten much of anything from Santiago Espinal, so third base should belong to Marte once he's activated. He probably won't match his early pace, but between his ability to steal bases and him getting to play half of his games in a great park for hitters, he should offer lasting value. Austin Hays (OF Reds): Rostered in 18% of Yahoo leagues Let's stay with Cincinnati here and try someone already back from the injured list. Hays was activated Friday after missing four weeks with a foot contusion and is expected to go right back into the middle of the lineup while splitting time between outfield and DH. Advertisement Although he's already experienced three IL stints, Hays has been a nice surprise while healthy this year, batting .303/.346/.555 with six homers in 130 plate appearances. He's driven in 25 runs and scored 23 times in 31 games. No one should expect quite that same level of production going forward -- his current 139 OPS+ is far better than his career mark of 106 -- but hitting in Cincinnati is a great help, especially for a right-handed batter who had to deal with the Camden Yards modifications while playing for the Orioles. Pulling the ball is much better rewarded in Great American Ballpark, and after posting a career-high pull rate last year, Hays has gone even a tad higher in his limited action this season. The Reds are still figuring out the second spot in their lineup (Matt McLain is back there now), but they've gotten excellent production from TJ Friedl leading off and Elly De La Cruz batting third, leaving a whole bunch of RBI opportunities for their cleanup man. That's been Hays' spot 28 of the 29 times he's been in the starting lineup. If he gets moved down at some point, maybe he'll no longer be worth rostering. For now, though, he looks like an asset. Waiver Wire Quick Hits - I'm not going to feature Ben Casparius again after just writing about him a couple of weeks ago, but it seems like people stopped picking him up because he's working as a bulk guy instead of a starter for the Dodgers. In truth, though, he's more valuable as a bulk guy than he would be as a starter, just because his chances of a victory go way up. He's 2-for-2 winning games while pitching behind Shohei Ohtani these last two weeks. Four times this year, he's entered a game in the second inning, and all four times, he's gotten a win. - The Tigers' Parker Meadows is still mostly unrostered and has been dropped by some who did pick him up because of his slow start after coming off the IL. That slow start, though, includes exit velocity numbers and a strikeout rate a little better than his career norm. Statcast says he should be batting .251 and slugging .430, rather than his actual figures of .191 and .338. He remains an intriguing outfield option going forward.
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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Chandler Simpson, Noelvi Marte and Austin Hays
FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE PICKUPS Chandler Simpson (OF Rays): Rostered in 31% of Yahoo leagues Simpson earned a surprisingly quick recall to the majors this week after hitting .366/.416/.465 with 11 steals in 16 games for Triple-A Durham and has started all three games since his return. The Rays seem committed to giving him a lengthier look this time, and he'll probably be the league's leading basestealer while playing regularly. There's nothing really unknown about Simpson at this point. He's one of professional baseball's fastest players, and he makes a great deal of contact at the plate. Although he's a little stronger physically than some would suspect, he offers no in-game power, with his one professional homer being an inside-the-parker. Even doubles are something of a rarity for him. A middle infielder in college, he still has issues defensively in the outfield, which was the biggest reason the Rays sent him down at the end of May. For Simpson to be a viable major league regular, he simply has to become an above average defensive center fielder. It's quite possible he'll get there, and it looks like the Rays are going to leave him alone in that spot now after using him in left field about half of the time during his first stint in the majors. They might eventually decide again that they need more defense in that spot, but for now, Simpson's steals and batting average should make him a top-40 fantasy outfielder. Noelvi Marte (3B Reds): Rostered in 22% of Yahoo leagues With three homers, 17 RBI and four steals, Marte was very helpful in fantasy leagues over 19 games before suffering an oblique strain in early May. He's nearly ready to return now after going 5-for-18 with a homer in his first five games on a rehab assignment. Marte was a big question mark coming into this season and failed to make the Reds out of spring training. Once considered one of the game's top 20 or so prospects, he was busted for PEDs in 2024 and struggled mightily after returning from suspension, hitting just .210/.248/.301 in 66 games. He proceeded to get off to a great start with Louisville, and after barely playing in his first callup to Cincinnati, he received a real chance due to Christian Encarnacion-Strand landing on the IL and started tearing it up immediately. His biggest game was kind of a fluke; he had a grand slam and a two-run double while facing Orioles position players on Apr. 20. Still, even taking that out of the equation, he hit .280 with two homers and 10 RBI over his remaining 13 games before getting hurt. The Reds kicked Jeimer Candelario to the curb and haven't gotten much of anything from Santiago Espinal, so third base should belong to Marte once he's activated. He probably won't match his early pace, but between his ability to steal bases and him getting to play half of his games in a great park for hitters, he should offer lasting value. Austin Hays (OF Reds): Rostered in 18% of Yahoo leagues Let's stay with Cincinnati here and try someone already back from the injured list. Hays was activated Friday after missing four weeks with a foot contusion and is expected to go right back into the middle of the lineup while splitting time between outfield and DH. Although he's already experienced three IL stints, Hays has been a nice surprise while healthy this year, batting .303/.346/.555 with six homers in 130 plate appearances. He's driven in 25 runs and scored 23 times in 31 games. No one should expect quite that same level of production going forward -- his current 139 OPS+ is far better than his career mark of 106 -- but hitting in Cincinnati is a great help, especially for a right-handed batter who had to deal with the Camden Yards modifications while playing for the Orioles. Pulling the ball is much better rewarded in Great American Ballpark, and after posting a career-high pull rate last year, Hays has gone even a tad higher in his limited action this season. The Reds are still figuring out the second spot in their lineup (Matt McLain is back there now), but they've gotten excellent production from TJ Friedl leading off and Elly De La Cruz batting third, leaving a whole bunch of RBI opportunities for their cleanup man. That's been Hays' spot 28 of the 29 times he's been in the starting lineup. If he gets moved down at some point, maybe he'll no longer be worth rostering. For now, though, he looks like an asset. Waiver Wire Quick Hits - I'm not going to feature Ben Casparius again after just writing about him a couple of weeks ago, but it seems like people stopped picking him up because he's working as a bulk guy instead of a starter for the Dodgers. In truth, though, he's more valuable as a bulk guy than he would be as a starter, just because his chances of a victory go way up. He's 2-for-2 winning games while pitching behind Shohei Ohtani these last two weeks. Four times this year, he's entered a game in the second inning, and all four times, he's gotten a win. - The Tigers' Parker Meadows is still mostly unrostered and has been dropped by some who did pick him up because of his slow start after coming off the IL. That slow start, though, includes exit velocity numbers and a strikeout rate a little better than his career norm. Statcast says he should be batting .251 and slugging .430, rather than his actual figures of .191 and .338. He remains an intriguing outfield option going forward.
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14 hours ago
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Travelling for Canada Day? If you're over 50, don't leave home without these 11 things
Got a Canada Day trip or summer vacation planned? If you're flying, there are certain travel essentials you'll want to have on hand for a comfortable experience. It's always good to be prepared — and who has more experience with what to pack than someone who spends thousands of hours a year in the sky? Pam Huynh is a flight attendant with Air Canada, with nine years of experience in the travel industry. We asked Huynh for her list of packing essentials — with special attention to items people over the age of 50 should always have on hand when flying, whether in their carry-on or checked luggage. Keep scrolling to see what she recommends, and to shop her picks. Comfortable footwear is a must when travelling, especially if you're someone who likes to take their shoes off on the plane. The best option? Slip-ons. 'Because people don't have a lot of legroom, I find they try to bend over to tie their shoes,' Huynh says. 'Slip-on shoes are so much easier.' She also adds that depending on your destination and what airport(s) you go through, you might have to remove your shoes for security. That makes slip-ons and even smarter choice. If you're someone who requires a bit more support and cushioning, Huynh recommends Sketchers for their arch support. These slip-on sneakers from Sketchers are lightweight and feature a cushiony memory foam sole. Huynh says she would "definitely" recommend bringing along a neck pillow when flying, especially for those who struggle with neck or back pain — or if you just find flights bother your body. 'If you're trying to save space, the blow-up ones are great, but I prefer the comfy ones that you can button around your luggage," she says. 'Especially if you're in the middle of a three seater — you need the extra support." Huynh also recommends that travellers bring other things to help with comfort, such as a back pillow or seat cushion, especially for longer flights. 'People keep saying that the airplane seat cushions have gotten thinner and thinner, the materials less comfy,' she says. 'You want to be as comfortable as you are in your home.' This memory foam neck pillow can be packed in a compact carrying case for easy transport. This gel seat cushion is great for long trips and perfect to help with lower back, sciatic or tailbone pain. Temperatures can fluctuate on planes, which can be particularly uncomfortable for travellers who may be more sensitive to temperature changes. With this in mind, Huynh recommends travelling with something versatile you can cozy up in, such as a blanket scarf. 'if you don't want to bring a blanket, I see a lot of people bringing blanket scarves,' she says. 'I think it's a really good idea.' Another option she recommends? A lightweight cardigan. Read more travel articles on Yahoo: I hiked the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu — 23 hiking essentials I packed to travel Peru's Amazon and the Andes I travel a lot — 34 carry-on bag essentials I never get on a plane without Is Monos worth it? I travelled with $1,180 worth of Monos luggage on dozens of flights — here's my honest review 'It doesn't matter if you're going to a hot destination, 100 per cent you want a sweater for the plane,' she says, noting that the cabin can get quite cold. This blanket scarf can be worn in a variety of ways, and reviewers say it's "cozy." This ribbed cardigan is lightweight, comes in multiple colours and has an easy, loose fit. Speaking of fluctuating temperatures, if you're someone who tends to overheat — or if you're just travelling somewhere hot — a pocket-sized fan is a great essential to have on hand. 'I like a handheld fan, those rechargeable ones,' says Huynh. 'I carry those around too.' She also says that most planes now have a compatible charger, so you can make sure you don't run out of juice. This rechargeable travel fan has multiple speeds and is compact enough to keep in a purse or small bag. It's a good idea to bring along painkillers and other basic travel medication with you, especially if you're someone who has chronic pain. Whether you're travelling with Advil and Tums, or you're bringing along prescription medication, Huynh says a pill case can be very handy to have. 'You definitely want to bring your pills in your carry on, and those pill cases are very handy,' she says. Just make sure you have (or know) the instructions for how to take any medication you're bringing along with you. She also recommends labelling the pills - nwhich can also be helpful when going through security. This eight-compartment travel pill box comes with brand-name stickers as well as blank labels you can use to keep things organized. While earphones for a flight may be a given, Huynh specifically recommends travelling with a pair that has an audio jack, which she says many travellers often forget about. 'A lot of people either only have AirPods or bluetooth headphones with USB-C output,' she says. 'Not all airplanes have that. So if you want to watch movies or listen to music on the screen in front of your chair, you need earphones with an audio jack.' These headphones have a universal analog audio jack and come with a carrying case. Leg swelling, caused by fluid buildup, is common for older adults and can be exacerbated by sitting too long. While getting up and moving around can help, that's not always doable on a plane. You can also consider compression socks or stockings, which can help to improve blood flow and decrease pain and swelling in the legs. "A lot of people don't realize how much they're needed," says Huynh. "They're worth it." "If you're going on a flight for more than five hours, I would totally recommend it," she says. These compression socks can help to decrease swelling and come in a four pack. It might seem obvious, but it's an important one. As adults age, drinking enough water is crucial — according to the U.S. National Council On Aging, dehydration is common among older adults. A reusable water bottle, then, is "100 per cent" a must-have when travelling says Huynh. Choosing a plastic version over a stainless steel bottle can also be easier for transporting, as it will be a lot lighter when full. "If you're bringing a water bottle, bring it empty and you can always refill it at the airport," she notes. This water bottle is made of BPA-free plastic, so it won't be too heavy in your bag. It also has a leak-proof flip top so you don't have to worry about spills. Huynh says she likes to bring along a foldable backpack for additional storage when she travels — which can be especially useful if you find it difficult to carry a single heavy bag. Huynh recommnds "one of those 20 litre-30 litre backpacks that folds into a bag," she says. "It packs up really small, in case I need to bring it anywhere. It's nice that it's compact." A foldable backpack can be a great item to have on hand if you find yourself needing some extra space in your luggage. It's also handy for using as you travel around in your destination. This backpack has multiple compartments to keep things organized, and folds into a packable bag. Sun protection is important at any age, but you'll definitely want to make sure you have some when you're 35,000 feet up in the air and sitting in a window seat. "Most people going on vacation, they're most likely not going anywhere cold," says Huynh. "Even then, the sun's always shining." She notes that if you are bringing sunscreen with you, make sure it fits within the limits of allowed liquids in your carry on luggage, or you'll have to keep it in your checked bag. This SPF 50+ sunscreen by La Roche Posay is unscented with an invisible finish, perfect for wearing on its own or under makeup.
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Fantasy Football Rankings: 3 key players giving Justin Boone headaches this draft season
Every time I sit down to work on my fantasy rankings and projections, there are always a handful of players who demand more time than others. Normally, it's fun to dig deeper into a player's profile and come away with a better understanding of their outlook moving forward. However, there are plenty of occasions when it ends up being a frustrating process that leads you further down the rabbit hole in search of answers. Advertisement [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Here are three players who forced me to stare into the abyss longer than expected as I contemplated their fantasy values for this season. DJ Moore, WR, Bears For all the excitement over Ben Johnson's arrival in Chicago, it's unclear which players will benefit the most in the Bears' offense. Moore has been the team's unquestioned No. 1 receiver the past two years, topping 95 receptions in both campaigns. But he's coming off one of the more disappointing 98-catch seasons you'll ever witness, failing to eclipse 1,000 yards and posting career lows in yards per route run (1.44) and yards per touch (9.3). Advertisement Meanwhile, the front office spent their first two picks on pass-catchers, Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III, who will join Rome Odunze and Cole Kmet to provide much stiffer target competition in 2025. With all the changes around him, Moore expressed uncertainty over how he'll be deployed in Johnson's scheme, but it's important to read the entire Chicago Sun-Times article from early June and not get misled by a quick soundbite. In the piece, Moore came across as excited about the new offense, which isn't surprising considering he attended Johnson's inaugural press conference with the club in January. He also vowed to clean up the bad on-field body language that plagued him at times during that forgettable 2024 campaign. Johnson noticed and praised his efforts, singling out Moore's motivation and willingness to do whatever it takes. Advertisement While a few positive spring quotes shouldn't be enough to sway savvy fantasy managers, let's remember Moore is just one season removed from finishing as the WR10 in fantasy points per game. And though his overall production took a hit a year ago, it was a disappointing season for the entire organization. Much of the blame for the offensive struggles fell on Caleb Williams, but issues with the former coaching staff and offensive line were obvious to anyone paying attention. Johnson's hiring will have a major impact on Williams' development, as will the significant investments up front with Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson solidifying the interior. Thankfully, better days are ahead in Chicago and Johnson appears to be the type of offensive leader that the Bears — and Moore — need to maximize their potential. Moore's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Even with the increased pass-catching weapons around him, Moore remains the most skilled wideout in Chicago and still has the best chance to be the Bears' top target. Burden missing OTAs due to a soft tissue injury will also slow the rookie's involvement early on. So, while the influx of young talent could be a problem for Moore's long-term dynasty value, the veteran continues to be a fantasy WR2 with top-15 upside in redraft — assuming Johnson gets Williams on track. Advertisement Redraft Ranking: WR19 (4th round) Breece Hall, RB, Jets Hall fits in the same category as Moore — high-end talents who've had some of their fantasy shine worn off while playing for losing teams with less than favorable circumstances. It feels like a lifetime ago when Hall was breaking long runs and averaging top-10 fantasy numbers over his first seven NFL games, before an ACL tear ended his rookie campaign. He managed to overcome the knee injury — and the Jets' subpar quarterback play — to produce RB6 fantasy results on a per-game basis in 2023. However, he did the majority of his damage over the final month, when he was the second-highest-scoring fantasy running back behind only Christian McCaffrey. It was an impressive feat that seemed to signal a return to his pre-injury form heading into the 2024 season. Advertisement Unfortunately, Hall wasn't as successful last year (RB18 in fppg), playing under the dark cloud that hovered over New York while Aaron Rodgers was its starting quarterback. But let's not lose sight of the fact we're talking about a 24-year-old runner who's been a solid fantasy option (when healthy) in three straight seasons and displayed an elite ceiling on several occasions. The team is also getting a much-needed fresh start with Aaron Glenn at head coach and Justin Fields under center. Of course, a new regime brings a level of uncertainty for any player and Glenn's suggestion that the team could use all three of their backs (Hall, Braelon Allen, Isaiah Davis) has fantasy managers worried. Advertisement That seems overblown to me. There's no doubt Hall is the most skilled and accomplished member of this depth chart. He'll also be led by Glenn and new OC Tanner Engstrand, who are coming from a Lions organization that had success using multiple backs. Other fantasy managers are wondering whether a rushing quarterback like Fields will help or hurt Hall's production. There's definitely a trade-off there, with Fields handling more carries than previous Jets' passers and potentially stealing some goal-line work, but he's also been among the annual league leaders in checkdown rate and his presence will draw defensive attention away from Hall. People had similar fears about Saquon Barkley with Jalen Hurts or Derrick Henry with Lamar Jackson; look how that worked out. Another possible area of improvement for Hall are the three first-round picks on the offensive line, including a pair of tackles taken in the top 15 in the past two drafts. Rookie right tackle Armand Membou, who excels as a run blocker, could be a huge boon for Hall's efficiency. Advertisement Hall's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Hall has the third-easiest schedule in my upcoming Fantasy Strength of Schedule Matrix, which should help facilitate a bounce-back season. He's a worthwhile target as a high-end RB2 with legitimate RB1 upside if he can win over the new coaching staff and reestablish himself as the engine of New York's offense. Redraft Ranking: RB14 (3rd Round) Jayden Reed, WR, Packers Reed might be the most challenging player to break down on this list. He's a quality receiver in a good offense who adds value as a runner and has shown flashes of being a star. But will he ever get there for fantasy purposes? Advertisement As a top-50 pick, Reed instantly earned a role in Matt LaFleur's offense and finished as the WR23 as a rookie, scoring 10 total touchdowns (eight receiving, two rushing) and adding 119 yards on the ground despite only seeing the field for 56% of Green Bay's snaps. There was plenty of room for growth and the expectations entering his sophomore campaign were sky-high. One fantasy manager who shall remain nameless (possibly the author of this article) attempted to trade for Reed in almost every format. Early returns were excellent, with Reed averaging WR14 fantasy stats through the first nine games of 2024 while seeing an increase in playing time up to 66%. But after the Packers' Week 10 bye, his numbers fell off a cliff — topping 50 yards just once the rest of the way and dropping down to 60% of the snaps. He was the WR62 during that final eight-game sample and finished as the WR38 in fppg on the year. Advertisement The reality is that Reed's role in the Packers' offense is mainly as the third receiver and, until he gets used in more two-receiver sets, fantasy stardom will continue to elude him. The decision to draft Matthew Golden in the first round only complicates the issue, as he joins Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks and Christian Watson (when healthy) on the outside. That's not even mentioning tight end Tucker Kraft, who the team has talked up repetitively this offseason. Green Bay is part of a growing group of passing attacks that are content spreading the ball around and not relying on any one pass-catcher to champion its cause. When it works, it's a great real-life approach but one that fantasy managers despise. Advertisement Reed's 2025 Fantasy Outlook: Reed is the rare WR4/flex who has the potential to reach WR2 value — and perhaps even WR1 fantasy production if his role increases. That makes him tempting in the seventh round and beyond, but I tend to go in different directions when on the clock in that range of drafts. Redraft Ranking: WR43 (7th Round)
