WR Cedric Tillman, CLE (1 Viewer)

[nittanylion]

I like him a lot just not sure where or how he fits in 2023 on the Browns or on my FF rosters.

I'm a 'gut drafter' to some degree, and my gut is unsettled about Watson at this time. The buzz about Tillman serves to reassure me that the Browns have surrounded Watson with many capable weapons and promising depth, that I'm feeling more optimistic that he'll resemble 2020 Watson more than 2022 Watson, at least in terms of the things he has no control over. Stefanski/solid offensive scheme/play calling (check, IMHO, at least), O-Line (check), surrounding skill-position cast (check), Watson himself delivering (?).

I'm trying hard not to spend the capital required to have a premium QB (usual suspects Hurts, Mahomes, Allen, Jackson, Burrow) on any Rosters across many Leagues. I'd very much like to add Watson, with confidence, to the second tier of stand-alone qb's (Herbert, Fields, Lawrence). Up until now, I've found myself optioning out of Watson and into a semi-premium platoon group (Smith, Cousins, Dak, Rodgers). Jury still out for me on Jones, Tua, Richardson, Wilson, Goff...but I digress.

For what it's worth.

 

[Hurl Bruce]

I like him a lot just not sure where or how he fits in 2023 on the Browns or on my FF rosters.

I'm a 'gut drafter' to some degree, and my gut is unsettled about Watson at this time. The buzz about Tillman serves to reassure me that the Browns have surrounded Watson with many capable weapons and promising depth, that I'm feeling more optimistic that he'll resemble 2020 Watson more than 2022 Watson, at least in terms of the things he has no control over. Stefanski/solid offensive scheme/play calling (check, IMHO, at least), O-Line (check), surrounding skill-position cast (check), Watson himself delivering (?).

I'm trying hard not to spend the capital required to have a premium QB (usual suspects Hurts, Mahomes, Allen, Jackson, Burrow) on any Rosters across many Leagues. I'd very much like to add Watson, with confidence, to the second tier of stand-alone qb's (Herbert, Fields, Lawrence). Up until now, I've found myself optioning out of Watson and into a semi-premium platoon group (Smith, Cousins, Dak, Rodgers). Jury still out for me on Jones, Tua, Richardson, Wilson, Goff...but I digress.

For what it's worth.

My gut says that Watson is going to approach his 2020 form. Watson has looked great so far in camp. We'll see how it goes in his first pre-season game, but all signs pointing up for Watson this year.

Tillman is still looking at 4th WR at best. Their top 3 have also looked good so far this camp.

 

[Faust]

Browns Cedric Tillman Making Strides as a Rookie; Gets High Praise from Hall of Fame Wide Receiver

 

[Faust]

Mary Kay Cabot

#Browns rookie WR Cedric Tillman makes an excellent leaping TD catch from Deshaun Watson in one-on-ones over #Eagles veteran CB Avonte Maddox

https://twitter.com/marykaycabot/status/1691644541474861291?s=21

 

[Bracie Smathers]

Tillman impresses Eagle beat writers
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Browns/Eagles doing joint practices this week leading up to tonight's preseason game.
Eagle beat writers' perspective.

 

[Bracie Smathers]

How'd Ced perform last night?
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[King of the Jungle]

Everything has been positive about him this off-season, I am just not sure where he fits in the offense. A lot of targets to spread around to Cooper, Moore, Njoku, DPJ… I like the talent, but seems congestive.

 

[menobrown]

Everything has been positive about him this off-season, I am just not sure where he fits in the offense. A lot of targets to spread around to Cooper, Moore, Njoku, DPJ… I like the talent, but seems congestive.

I view him as a Cooper handcuff but otherwise my only interest in him is as a hold for next season. DPJ's contract is up and they save an enormous amount of cap money cutting or trading Amari. It may be congested now, but the path is clear for him if he's up to it.

 

[King of the Jungle]

DPJ gone mean more Cedric?

 

[Lansdowne]

DPJ gone mean more Cedric?

DPJ led all Browns WRs in snaps but only had 18 targets total in 7 games. Not a very fantasy friendly role if so. Tillman does seem like the immediate successor though so he's worth keeping an eye on to see how they use him.

 

[King of the Jungle]

DPJ gone mean more Cedric?

DPJ led all Browns WRs in snaps but only had 18 targets total in 7 games. Not a very fantasy friendly role if so. Tillman does seem like the immediate successor though so he's worth keeping an eye on to see how they use him.

Probably right, although if dynasty better to be early than late. I assume Cooper is not back and if Tillman can make good on his opportunities there might be some value there going forward.

 

[eighsse2]

DPJ gone mean more Cedric?

"More Cedric" would just mean "make the active roster on gameday", which is a pretty low bar. But that would be a start.

 

[Deamon]

Oh god I might be starting this guy in my final. Someone talk me out of it. Other option Mingo.

 

[BoltNlava]

No separation so far.

 

[Deamon]

No separation so far.

yep i screwed up. Had a td just didn't run his route.

 

[Bri]

No separation so far.

He's either smooth n fast or stuck in mud all year. I assume he's busy thinking not playing in a typical rookie way.
I still think he and Hyatt are going to be something in the NFL.

 

[Bri]

Thoughts on him now?

 

[Rookiefever]

Thoughts on him now?

I think he has some upside. But Jeudy seems like a similar wr to me. The fact they went and got him I’m not sure that’s a good sign for Tillman. I would hate to have to guess to depth chart right now. He’s a hold for me now and I surely regret passing on that second round offer I got early last year

 

[daveR]

I'd like to see him at TE. He's got size & body control.

 

[JohnnyU]

Thoughts on him now?

Probably WW or roster clogger in the immediate future.

 

[Wigglytuff's Gruff]

I'd like to see him at TE. He's got size & body control.

He weighs 215lbs. He'd have to gain at least 20lbs to play the position effectively, probably a lot more given the lack of technique he'd need to compensate for. That's not really doable without notably compromising on speed and ability.

Doesn't seem worth the effort

 

[Faust]

@32BeatWriters
“Cedric Tillman won the offensive MVP this spring.

‘I’ll just say I’m so happy with Ced’s development and he really took advantage,’ O’Shea said.

‘He was in this building nonstop, he didn’t miss a day. He worked so hard. And I can’t say enough about the job he did.’ ”

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[massraider]

He's an interesting last WR on your dynasty team

 

[Faust]

Daniel Oyefusi
Cedric Tillman is cooking. Deshaun Watson finds Tillman behind the defense for his second long TD of the day

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[Faust]

@32BeatWriters
"Cedric Tillman has stepped up in his second year, showing he can separate and generate yards after the catch well for a bigger, longer guy. The question for him would be where the touches will come from, with the aforementioned three wideouts [Cooper, Juedy, Moore] and tight end David Njoku in the mix."

@AlbertBreer

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https://x.com/32beatwriters/status/1821020649554395464?s=61

 

[Faust]

Jacob Gibbs
Cleveland Browns 2023 Round 3 WR Cedric Tillman was productive when on the field this preseason:

- 30.4% target share
- 43.9% air yardage share
- caught 5 of 7 targets for 55 yards (2.12 YPRR)

Tillman started both games and had a 100% route participation with starter Jameis Winston on the field.

Elijah Moore only played in one of those games. Moore also had a 100% route participation with Winston in the game he suited up.

I included every Tillman preseason target for you:

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[King of the Jungle]

Like him, but not sure how he becomes relevant this year. The addition of Jeudy and emergence of Mjoku really caps any upside.