We can’t ignore the positive situational headwind Christian McCaffrey is facing. For instance, a quarterback upgrade is on the horizon. That may be a healthy Cam Newton, or it may be an impending free agent signing. Carolina also brought in head coach Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Joe Brady, both seem to fit the mold of the modern-day NFL coach. McCaffrey is also entering his uber prime. In short, he’s the clear 1.01 over Saquon Barkley in all formats.
Despite the Vikings averaging 30.9 (No. 31) Team Pass Plays per game, a number which should go up in 2020, Stefon Diggs finished with 28 (No. 5 among qualified wide receivers) Deep Targets and 846 (No. 9) Completed Air Yards. Even if he switches teams and returns to his old role as a splash play possession receiver, his career efficiency has been sticky, evidenced by recording both a positive Production Premium and Target Premium in four of his five pro seasons.