From Week 13 onward, Adams’  PPG (17.6, 25.9, 42.8, 19.8, 9.7, 20.8) show he was a difference-maker to close out fantasy football seasons and playoff games. Finishing as the WR9 in PPG (17.2) despite playing for two dysfunctional offenses (Raiders, Jets) is a testament to his elite skill set. Now he gets to play for Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford in cozy Los Angeles as the newest weapon for the Rams.

His advanced metrics were equally impressive. 

According to Scott Barrett (@FantasyPtsData) From Week 10 On:

• Separation Score (+0.111, 12th among qualifying WRs): Adams still gets open at age 32 (he turns 33 in December 2025).
• Yards per Route Run (2.40, 12th): He’s highly efficient when targeted.
• Target Share (29.5%, 5th): He commands a massive share of the passing game, rivaling Puka Nacua’s 29.9%.
• Slot Rate (55.8%): His versatility allows him to exploit mismatches and garner high target volume on quick passes.

PFF Receiving Grade (76.8, 30th): While not elite, it’s solid for a WR in a new system mid-season.

These stats confirm Davante Adams remains a high-end producer, and his move to the Rams, a team with a condensed passing tree (2nd in the NFL in 2024), sets him up for success. Matthew Stafford is the best QB he’s played with since the Green Bay version of Aaron Rodgers, and Sean McVay’s play-calling is a massive upgrade.

The Rams’ offense included a large focus on Nacua (29.9%) and Kupp (23.4%), and this ultimately equated to a 53.3% total target share. With Kupp’s departure, this leaves plenty of room for Adams to eat, especially given his massive 29.5% target share in 2024.

If we’re going to be afraid of age in dynasty, let’s check for comparisons. For Adams, it’s Arizona Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald. 

It doesn’t take a lot of imagination to see that we may be in store for a ‘Larry Fitzgerald 3-year run’ ahead of us for Davante Adams in 2025.

Larry Fitzgerald posted WR1 seasons at ages 32-34 (2015-2017: 15.8, 14.5, 15.0 PPG in PPR), thriving with Carson Palmer and Bruce Arians in a high-volume passing attack.

Adams won’t turn 33 until the 2025 season is nearly over, and could follow a similar path with Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay.

His historical consistency is elite:

• Top-12 WR Finishes: 9 straight seasons (WR12, WR8, WR1, WR6, WR1, WR2, WR5, WR15, WR9).

WR1 Seasons: 2018 (21.8 PPG) and 2020 (25.6 PPG), a rare feat matched only by Antonio Brown (3x) in recent history.

This track record suggests Adams has the pedigree to defy age-related decline, especially in an offense tailored to his strengths. We’ve seen success sustained in a similar situation with Fitzgerald. Even better, when looking for age-related demises, we typically see a strong decline at the end of a season, when the wear-and-tear shows. We already know this wasn’t the case with Adams, who was a machine in November & December 2024.

With Kupp’s departure, this leaves plenty of room for Adams to eat, especially given his massive 29.5% target share in 2024.

Let’s see what the market of dynasty players thinks of Davante Adams so far.

Here are some of Dynasty Daddy’s recent trades involving Adams:

• Davante Adams for Anthony Richardson
• Davante Adams for Josh Downs
• Davante Adams for a 2026 1st
• Davante Adams for the 2025 2.06 (typically Higgins, Shough, Bech, Skattebo, etc. range)

Back in March, a mid-to-early 2nd was enough, but now Adams’ value is creeping toward early 2nd or late 1st territory.

This aligns with his production and situation:

• Competing/Win-Now Teams: Adams is a slam-dunk acquisition. His 17.2 PPG floor and WR1 upside make him a championship-caliber piece, especially in PPR leagues.
• Selling Teams: His value holds steady, as he’s likely to produce at a high level for at least 1–2 more seasons, giving you flexibility to pivot.
• Rebuilding Teams: The 2026 1st trade suggests Adams can still fetch premium assets, making him a sell-high candidate if you’re fully rebuilding.

His floor (WR15 in a “down” year) and ceiling (WR1 overall) make him a +EV (positive expected value) trade target, especially if you can still snag him for a 2nd-round pick before the season starts.

• Upside: If the Rams maintain their condensed passing tree and Adams sustains his 29.5% target share, he could push for 100 receptions, 1,200 yards, and 10 TDs in 2025.
• Floor: Even in a worst-case scenario (e.g., age decline and/or injury to Stafford), Adams’ target share and efficiency should keep him as a WR2 (15–17 PPG).
• Fun Factor: Adams makes fantasy football fun. His consistency and big-play ability are a joy to roster.

Going off his steady production and an offensive match made in heaven, Davante Adams firmly lands in my Dark Horse WR1 series and as an immediate buy for your dynasty rosters.

Keep acquiring Davante Adams where you can, especially if you can get him for a 2nd-round pick or a prospect like Jack Bech. His fit with Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay, combined with his elite metrics and historical consistency, makes him a high-end WR2 with WR1 upside for 2025. We have physical proof through Larry Fitzgerald that a player of Adams caliber can still have sustainable success in his environment.

Davante Adams could cement his Hall of Fame case with a monster season. Just monitor Matthew Stafford’s health and the Rams’ target distribution in training camp to ensure the offense remains condensed. With Davante Adams’ track record and situation, it’s a bet worth making.

Let’s go get those Dynasty championships – and check back soon for my next Dark Horse WR1 candidates in this series.