Michael Mayer

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team LeaguesROSTERED IN: 7% of LeaguesANALYSIS: Is Las Vegas' passing attack a newfound juggernaut or a one-week wonder buoyed by the badness of the Los Angeles Chargers' lay-down defense? The rookie has tons of tools and potential, making him a long-term fantasy find in dynasty leagues, but he is not the best get in standard leagues this season. Michael Mayer has only been targeted more than five times in one game this year, so too few targets equals too few ... [Read More]

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer caught three of his five targets for 19 yards and a touchdown in Week 10 against the New York Jets. The rookie tight end tallied five catches on six targets for 75 yards against the Patriots back in Week 6, but he has failed to eclipse 20 receiving yards since. Mayer has eight catches for 62 yards in his last four games combined. Mayer capitalized on his limited opportunities last week, so seeing what he does in Week 11 will be interesting. Mayer and ... [Read More]

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer had three catches on five targets for 19 yards in the Week 10 win against the New York Jets. Mayer salvaged his night with a touchdown at the beginning of the fourth quarter. The rookie tight end is still searching for consistency, but his outlook should be brighter with the improved offense. The Raiders will face the Miami Dolphins in Week 11. The Dolphins have allowed the seventh-most fantasy points to opposing tight ends, so there is reason for ... [Read More]

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer had one catch on two targets for 19 yards in the Week 8 loss to the Detroit Lions. Mayer's fantasy stock appeared to be rising before the Raiders offense collapsed on Monday night. The Raiders face the New York Giants in Week 9. The Giants have been one of the tougher matchups for tight ends, but there is reason for optimism. After the Raiders cleaned house this week, rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell will be the starter. O'Connell may not be as ... [Read More]

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team PPR LeaguesROSTERED IN: 18% of LeaguesANALYSIS: Las Vegas Raiders rookie tight end Michael Mayer was a popular TE sleeper in preseason, but he wasn't able to find his footing to open the year. Through the first four games, Mayer had two targets, catching just one of those for two yards. He was droppable in all formats at that point.But maybe it was just that rookie tight ends take some time to get going? Because Mayer has played much better over the past three games.... [Read More]