Ethan Fernea, WR Colts | Dynasty Ranking Value

Age
26
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Sleeper ID
8831
Verdict scores
Trade Value 1,775
Win-Now 0.3/10
Consistency 0
Positional Rank 386
Trade Value Tier D
Trend → Stable
Scouting report

Summary

Ethan Fernea carries a 39.0 dynasty score, ranking 386 at WR. Fernea’s production declined in 2024, but his age trajectory remains elite heading into his age-26 season with 0 contract years remaining. This trajectory suggests that Fernea has a relatively high level of career left, which should provide value for dynasty teams.

Projection Rationale

Fernea’s 2024 stat line of 0 receptions, 0 receiving yards, and 0 receiving touchdowns indicates a decline in production. His Efficiency grade at the 50th percentile suggests he may struggle to maintain a high target share, given his Usage grade is also at the 50th percentile. With 0 contract years remaining, Fernea’s role security is uncertain. This uncertainty makes it difficult to project Fernea’s future performance, as his playing time and involvement in the offense are not guaranteed.

Injury Risk

No injury entries in 2025. Fernea’s Verdict durability grade at the 75th percentile and age 26 may mitigate some injury risk. However, injury risk is always a consideration in dynasty football, and Fernea’s durability grade is not a guarantee against injury.

Opportunity Notes

Fernea’s snap share trended down to 0.0% in Week 17 of 2023, indicating a decrease in playing time. This trend in playing time is a concern for dynasty owners, as it may indicate that Fernea is not a priority for the Colts’ offense.

Scheme Fit Analysis

This scheme may limit Fernea’s ceiling, given his lack of involvement in 2024. The Colts’ offense has undergone changes in recent years, and it is possible that Fernea could be a key player in the team’s future plans.

Trend Assessment

Declining Fernea’s production declined in 2024, dropping to the 0th percentile in production grade. This decline in production is a concern for dynasty owners, as it may indicate that Fernea’s role in the Colts’ offense is not as secure as previously thought.

Ceiling / Floor

Fernea’s ceiling is WR5-WR6, which would require an increase in target share and involvement in the Colts’ offense. His floor is WR7, with a trade value of 1,775, given his uncertain role and lack of production in 2024. However, Fernea’s trade value could be higher if he regains his previous level of production.

Comparable Player

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