The expectations should be that the Lions utilize TeSlaa a lot more in 2026.
With that said, I would recommend that all Lions fans temper those expectations a bit because there are a lot of mouths to feed in this offense. I expect TeSlaa to have something like 38 receptions for 450 yards and six touchdowns. I know there will be plenty of fans who might say, “You traded three third-round picks for 450 yards?” But the point of him was never to be the Lions’ receiver. The point was to have a guy who can do what they want him to do. That’s likely to be a big presence in the red zone or grab some big catches for first downs, as Josh Reynolds specialized in during his time in this offense.
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The Jets have some talent and depth in the receiver room, but no clear second option. Mason Taylor could end up being that guy. “I think so,” Taylor said. “I think there are a lot of guys on offense who can do that. We have a lot of people in the receiver room and tight end room as well who can contribute and I think we’re going to be an all-around great offense and spread the ball around to guys who can make plays.” After Wilson, the Jets’ receiving room consists of Josh Reynolds, Tyler Johnson, Allen Lazard, rookie speedster Arian Smith and some players currently on the roster bubble — Malachi Corley, Jamaal Pritchett, Xavier Gipson and Brandon Smith. None have jumped up and taken the No. 2 receiver role. The system that new offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand uses will be run-heavy with the backs and tight ends involved in the passing game. Running back Breece Hall is expected to play a big role this season, and Taylor is showing he can too. Taylor has had a good training camp, making plays every day he’s been on the field. He’s also proven to be a quick healer. The second-round pick out of LSU missed a little over a week with a high-ankle sprain.
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