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A large regression in touchdowns, combined with an increase of injury and diva behavior, led to a 2nd year fantasy flop for Claypool. After dazzling with 11 touchdowns in his rookie year, Claypool couldn't get out of his own way in 2021, clashing with teammates and coaches, and displaying an immaturity that threatens to derail a very promising career. Hidden in the murky waters of his season, Claypool failed to significantly improve on his numbers, and the lack of refinement to his game was evident. He was able to physically dominate his rookie year, and when he couldn't replicate that in year 2, due to injury and defensive adjustment, he became emotional, culminating in a play on national television that might have cost his team a chance to win. Even with all that potential baggage, and more offseason noise about how he feels he's a top-3 receiver in the NFL, Claypool does possess the physical talents to dominate with a game very similar to Mike Evans. If the loss of Roethlisberger and improvement in the offensive line means the end of the dink and dunk passing game, then Claypool has a chance to be a fantasy steal. But with the flux at quarterback, and Johnson still on the team, Claypool might be a year away from a true ascension. Until then, he can be a high upside WR3 in standard leagues.
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