As fantasy football managers evaluate positional groups, Dalton Schultz and Cade Stover present an intriguing scenario where managers can profit from the evolving situation. While Schultz’s talent is undeniable, the heavily stacked Texans offense necessitates a cautious approach. Further, the emergence of Cade Stover warrants further caution. This article explores why fantasy managers should hold, rather than sell or buy, Schultz this season but should be undoubtably buying Stover.
The Texans’ offense is overflowing with talent, making target distribution a challenge. The acquisition of elite wide receiver Stefon Diggs, the promising Tank Dell and Nico Collins, and RB Joe Mixon ensures competition. Additionally, the Texans drafted Cade Stover, a rising tight end. With Schultz having one season under PPR 10, the concern is there that he may never reach the top echelon of tight ends. Although, there’s hope if you’re a Schultz fan since CJ Stroud became his new Quarterback.
Drafted 123rd overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, Cade Stover comes with credentials that suggest he has a bright future. With a 8.33 Relative Athletic Score (RAS) and a strong final season at Ohio State University where he posted 576 yards and 5 touchdowns, Stover is an asset people should absolutely be buying. Fantasy managers should consider holding Schultz as Stover’s anticipated breakout could reshape the Texans’ tight end group in the future.
Schultz’s contract with the Texans ends in 2027, though an out in 2026 could position Stover for an earlier takeover. With only 11 million dollars on the books for Schultz next season, the Texans might see it as within reason to transition if Stover excels. This potential shift makes Schultz a likely bridge player, a role that diminishes his long-term fantasy value. That could’ve been the Texans’ front office vision of Schultz and Stover all along. That situation would make sense since Schultz is the perfect tight end for them now while Stover develops.
For Dalton Schultz, if you have him on your roster you should be not rushing to sell. On the other hand, if you don’t have him, he could be a win now candidate if his early season stats suggest he’s one of Stroud’s favorite targets. Although, rushing to buy him could easily become a situation where you lose value. The right move would be to monitor the situation closely. Further, Stover is a player we are labeling as a buy. For his current price and high potential, it is worth taking him in drafts – or free agency. If he proves to be a trustable target for Stroud, buying him now will easily profit you a solid asset.
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