Michael Pittman
vs Kyle Monangai

“He had 106 targets as a rookie, Michael Pittman is gone, and IND spent the offseason signaling Warren as a centerpiece of the passing attack.”

“The Steelers traded for Michael Pittman Jr. and drafted Germie Bernard in the second round of this year's NFL Draft, and both players should mesh with this version of Rodgers. Among 93 wide receivers with at least 250 routes last season, Pittman ranked 78th in average depth of target (8.36).”

“He signed a massive contract extension in the offseason, and Michael Pittman is gone.”

“While he’s not the most exciting click on the board, Pittman has posted a top-20 wide receiver finish in PPR formats in four of the last five years. He’s also highly durable, missing only three games in those five years.”

“Pittman is your classic possession receiver, posting an average depth of target (aDOT) of 8.4 or lower in three of his last four seasons. This aligns perfectly with Rodgers’ late-career playstyle, finishing second-to-last in the NFL in aDOT in 2025 (with a minimum of 100 dropbacks).”

“Regardless if you think Michael Pittman Jr. is good or not, he's one of five receivers with 110+ targets in each of the last five seasons. Andy, Mike, and Jason all have Michael Pittman leading the team in targets, but have DK Metcalf higher in their rankings, mainly due to touchdowns. In PPR leagues, Pittman may be a safer bet on a weekly basis.”

“Pittman was often outplayed by Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren throughout the season.”

“Pittman could seriously struggle to score 10 points per game in a low-scoring, run-heavy offense.”

“In Pittsburgh, Pittman is likely to find a less efficient passing attack after Daniel Jones' strong year in 2025, and he immediately walks in as the No. 2 behind DK Metcalf.”

“Michael Pittman is a great fit for how Rodgers likes to play, and Jamel Dean could end up being one of the better values of free agency, though he tends to miss time every season.”

“Over four games, Monangai has made the most of his 41.3% snap share, averaging 5.4 yards per carry compared to Swift’s 4.51. According to the Fantasy Points Data Suite, among running backs with at least 40 carries, Kyle Monangai ranks fifth in explosive run rate and missed tackles per attempt, and second in yards after contact per attempt. The Packers are still missing Micah Parsons , and they allow the second-most fantasy points to running backs.”

“What has raised the ceiling for Monangai is the shots at punching in TDs around the goal line, and when he is getting a league-high eight carries in the red zone, it is worth taking note of. While D’Andre Swift is still plenty involved around the goal line for the Bears, Monangai’s workload should put him as a decent FLEX play most weeks.”

“Monangai averaged 9.77 half-PPR points per game and 7.29 expected half-PPR points per game. According to Jahnke, Swift had a 61.1% snap share versus 38.9% for Monangai over the first six drives, but Swift lost a fumble on the sixth drive. In the game’s final three drives, Swift didn’t play.”

“Monangai has averaged 11.3 touches and 71 total yards while logging a 36.4% snap rate, 28.6% of the rushing attempts, a 26.1% route share, and a 4.1% target share. Monangai has six of 20 running back red zone carries for Chicago. Among 43 qualifying backs, he is first in yards after contact per attempt and 15th in missed tackle rate.”

“Monangai had 130 yards in this matchup last year, but the variables have changed this time around. He needs to get into the paint as a touchdown-dependent FLEX . Monangai has run a route on only 25.3% of the dropbacks.”

“Either way, Kyle Monangai is a lock for 17-20 touches if he ever inherits the backfield.”

“Kyle Monangai is probably the least rostered of any back in the top five on the list. That will not be the case after waivers run this week. Monangai looked great on the ground (100 yards and a touchdown) and had a receiving role yesterday.”

“Rounds 3-5 Targets D’Andre Swift ( CHI) : ADP 46.6 | RB 21 Some believe that Kyle Monangai will replace Swift as the Bears’ starting running back this season.”

“Kyle Monangai (RB – CHI) While he won’t replace D’Andre Swift as Chicago’s starter, Monangai is an excellent mid-round pick. He finished his rookie year as the RB30, averaging 8.6 PPR fantasy points per game.”

“Kyle Monangai will replace Swift as the Bears’ starting running back this season. However, there is nothing to suggest that it will happen.”

“Plus, his backfield mate, Kyle Monangai , is dealing with a soft tissue injury in camp.”