Even with the shift towards wide receiver dominance in most fantasy football formats and the actual NFL, running backs reign supreme in Non-PPR leagues. But this doesn't mean wide receivers are irrelevant. We just saw Tyreek Hill and CeeDee Lamb put on a show, finishing as two of the most valuable players in all formats.
When it comes to drafting wide receivers, drafters can easily become inundated with choices. We rank 75 wide receivers here, but there are realistically more than 100 players who have a case for being "draftable".
Sifting through the various options at receiver can be rather grueling. Thankfully, we have done this work already, determining how drafters should value each receiver in upcoming drafts.
DOMINATE YOUR DRAFT: 2024 Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet
The top of the list consists of the usual suspects: Tyreek Hill, CeeDee Lamb, Justin Jefferson, and company. But as we venture further down the list, you'll find that we at The Sporting News value some players at a different level than consensus. Should Michael Pittman be drafted as a starter in 2 WR leagues? Maybe not.
As the draft progresses, you should be more willing to stray from a player's average draft position (ADP). Each year, players emerge from the middle rounds to smash in fantasy football and lead teams to championships. Don't be afraid to reach on the guys who you believe will break out in 2024. Hitting on these players will set you up for a highly successful season.
Draft season is just ramping up. Check back in on these rankings often; they'll be updated regularly from now until NFL Kickoff on Sept. 5.
2024 Standard, Non-PPR Rankings
Top 250 Overall | QB | RB | TE | D/ST | K
Fantasy Football Standard, Non-PPR WR Rankings: Best wide receivers for 2024 drafts
Yes, finding a top-notch running back is crucial in Non-PPR leagues. But completely neglecting wide receivers is likely a bad draft strategy. If Tank Dell and Stefon Diggs are off the board and you don't have a wide receiver, you've probably pushed the envelope too far and should consider hammering wide receiver in the following rounds.
Don't be afraid to snag an elite receiver in the early rounds either. We've got Round 1 grades on seven receivers. Take advantage of Draft Day slides as well; if Garrett Wilson slides to Round 2, scoop up that value and address other positions in subsequent rounds.
2024 FANTASY AUCTION VALUES (PPR & STANDARD)
Overall | QB | RB | WR | TE | DEF/ST | K
These wide receiver rankings are for Non-PPR leagues
| Rank | Player | Team |
| 1 | CeeDee Lamb | DAL |
| 2 | Tyreek Hill | MIA |
| 3 | Justin Jefferson | MIN |
| 4 | Ja'Marr Chase | CIN |
| 5 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | DET |
| 6 | A.J. Brown | PHI |
| 7 | Garrett Wilson | NYJ |
| 8 | Deebo Samuel | SF |
| 9 | Puka Nacua | LAR |
| 10 | Marvin Harrison Jr. | ARI |
| 11 | Brandon Aiyuk | SF |
| 12 | Nico Collins | HOU |
| 13 | Drake London | ATL |
| 14 | Mike Evans | TB |
| 15 | Chris Olave | NO |
| 16 | Davante Adams | LV |
| 17 | Jaylen Waddle | MIA |
| 18 | DK Metcalf | SEA |
| 19 | Cooper Kupp | LAR |
| 20 | Devonta Smith | PHI |
| 21 | Malik Nabers | NYG |
| 22 | D.J. Moore | CHI |
| 23 | Rashee Rice | KC |
| 24 | Tank Dell | HOU |
| 25 | Tee Higgins | CIN |
| 26 | Amari Cooper | CLE |
| 27 | Stefon Diggs | HOU |
| 28 | Zay Flowers | BAL |
| 29 | Terry McLaurin | WAS |
| 30 | Christian Kirk | JAX |
| 31 | Michael Pittman | IND |
| 32 | George Pickens | PIT |
| 33 | Jayden Reed | GB |
| 34 | Xavier Worthy | KC |
| 35 | Christian Watson | GB |
| 36 | Calvin Ridley | TEN |
| 37 | Chris Godwin | TB |
| 38 | Keenan Allen | CHI |
| 39 | DeAndre Hopkins | TEN |
| 40 | Rome Odunze | CHI |
| 41 | Brian Thomas Jr. | JAX |
| 42 | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | SEA |
| 43 | Keon Coleman | BUF |
| 44 | Jameson Williams | DET |
| 45 | Diontae Johnson | CAR |
| 46 | Marquise Brown | KC |
| 47 | Ladd McConkey | LAC |
| 48 | Rashid Shaheed | NO |
| 49 | Courtland Sutton | DEN |
| 50 | Jordan Addison | MIN |
| 51 | Josh Palmer | LAC |
| 52 | Khalil Shakir | BUF |
| 53 | Curtis Samuel | BUF |
| 54 | Jakobi Meyers | LV |
| 55 | Romeo Doubs | GB |
| 56 | Gabe Davis | JAX |
| 57 | Mike Williams | NYJ |
| 58 | Tyler Lockett | SEA |
| 59 | Jerry Jeudy | CLE |
| 60 | Brandin Cooks | DAL |
| 61 | Ja'Lynn Polk | NE |
| 62 | Dontayvion Wicks | GB |
| 63 | Darnell Mooney | ATL |
| 64 | Adonai Mitchell | IND |
| 65 | Michael Wilson | ARI |
| 66 | Adam Thielen | CAR |
| 67 | Josh Downs | IND |
| 68 | Rashod Bateman | BAL |
| 69 | Demario Douglas | NE |
| 70 | Jalen Tolbert | DAL |
| 71 | Wan'Dale Robinson | NYG |
| 72 | Xavier Legette | CAR |
| 73 | Jalen McMillan | TB |
| 74 | Demarcus Robinson | LAR |
| 75 | Jalin Hyatt | NYG |