Jaylen Waddle heads into 2025 as Miami's clear No. 2 receiver, with a projected 140 targets, up from 122 in 2024. Despite a down year with 744 yards and 2 TDs, Waddle's 7.08 YAC per reception (WR2) and 2.83 YPRR (WR3) underscore his explosiveness. Tua Tagovailoa's health remains pivotal; Waddle's 390 yards over five games late in 2024 coincided with Tua's return. The departure of Jonnu Smith and the arrival of Darren Waller could alter target dynamics, but Waddle's role appears stable. Miami's offensive continuity under McDaniel should bolster Waddle's prospects, making him a solid WR2 with top-15 upside if the offense rebounds.
