Week 15 at New York Giants
Allen Hurns finished 5-68 on eight targets last week. All of these were season highs as Hurns got more looks due to DeVante Parker being knocked out of the game with a concussion. If Parker is inactive in Week 15, expect Hurns to be more involved than usual. He's still not an incredibly strong play, but he can be viewed as a decent WR4 in a favorable matchup against the Giants.
Week 14 at New York Jets
Outside of DeVante Parker, there isn't really a strong receiving threat on the Dolphins. Allen Hurns and Albert Wilson essentially cancel each other out with 30-yard performances. Unless you're in a really deep league, there should be better options available this week.
Week 13 vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Allen Hurns finished 4-42-1 last week as he's seen an increase in playing time due to Preston Williams' absence. He's played at least 85% of the offensive snaps over Miami's last three games. But while his role has increased, he's still got a low ceiling. If he doesn't score a touchdown, you're going to upset you played him. He's not much more than a WR5 in Week 13.
Week 12 at Cleveland Browns
Allen Hurns finished 4-53 last week as the Dolphins aired it out. Hurns' numbers were a bit inflated just because Miami had higher passing numbers than usual. You can probably expect numbers closer to 30-40 receiving yards from him moving forward. He's not really a strong fantasy option as his ceiling is pretty limited. He's a WR5 at best in deep leagues.
Week 11 vs. Buffalo Bills
With Preston Williams done for the season, Allen Hurns was Miami's second-leading receiver last week. He wasn't great, though, finishing 2-32 on four targets. Expect similar production from him moving forward making him essentially useless for fantasy purposes.
Week 10 at Indianapolis Colts
Allen Hurns only has 138 receiving yards on the season, but he's projected to be next in line for production with Preston Williams done for the season. But until we actually see that production (he's finished with 12 and 16 yards in each of his last two games) then Hurns remains a risky play. There should be better options available than Hurns in Week 10.
Week 1 at Carolina Panthers
The Cowboys receiving unit has a ton of question marks, but someone will benefit from the passing game and Allen Hurns is the best guess of the one who ends up being the No. 1 receiver. We use that term lightly as there really is no No. 1, but the veteran has shown signs in his career when healthy of carrying that load.
The matchup is pretty good for Week 1 as the Panthers pass defense struggled last season. But even with the favorable matchup, we don't expect much from Hurns or any other Cowboys receiver. Keep Hurns on the bench for Week 1.
Fantasy Upside
Allen Hurns has had some success in the NFL and now will be given a chance to be the No. 1 receiver for QB Dak Prescott. Hurns caught 64 passes back in 2015 for over 1,000 receiving yards. He is very versatile as he can line up outside and in the slot. Expect Hurns to be targeted six to eight times a game which will produce some decent numbers.
Fantasy Downside
Injuries have been the theme for Hurns over the past two seasons. He missed 11 games and had trouble being effective with nagging issues. His numbers and fantasy impact were limited because of that and Jacksonville decided he was unreliable.
2018 Bottom Line
Hurns has an ADP of 125 but his value is higher. He ranks as our No. 41 wide receiver. Someone has to catch the ball in Dallas. If Hurns is healthy, his ceiling is high. Take him a couple of rounds earlier than his ADP suggests and you might find yourself with a steal. The worse case scenario is that he's a WR3.
Wild Card Round vs. Buffalo Bills
Allen Hurns returned last week from a six-week layoff to catch 3 passes for 38 yards. That was a good sign. Is he ready to return to a more prominent role? Perhaps. But the Jaguars don't figure to be throwing the ball a lot in this game against Buffalo's soft run defense. But getting Hurns back into the passing game will be a must. There just might not be a lot of opportunities for him, however.
Week 10 vs. Los Angeles Chargers
After topping 100 yards before the bye three weeks ago, it looked like Hurns might be prepared to break out. Alas, he reverted to form, catching 3 passes for 31 yards last week. He's more of a flex play than anything in an offense that looks to run first and ask questions later.
