Who will replace injured Jordyn Tyson as the Saints' #2 WR?

Jordyn Tyson is expected to be sidelined for about two months. Is the high-priced rookie still draftable in all fantasy leagues, and who has the best shot at claiming the Saints' #2 WR role? Admittedly, I was confused when New Orleans used their #8 overall pick on Tyson. Yes, he's exceptionally talented and could be a team's #1 WR someday. But expending that much draft capital on a guy who suffered a severe knee injury in 2022, a broken collarbone in 2024, and hamstring issues didn't make sense. Now this team has a gaping hole at receiver, while Chris Olave's value couldn't get much higher. However, Tyler Shough's value takes a hit, as he loses a terrific playmaker who could have helped elevate his quarterback. While Tyson's current overall ADP is 86, fantasy managers should be cautious about drafting him anywhere in the top 140. Yes, you could place him on IR and hope he returns by early November. But that also would limit your ability to place a more reliable fantasy asset on IR if your roster faces more injuries. Plus, there's no guarantee that Tyson will return in two months. This franchise probably will play it safe with their first-round pick. I'd put his over/under on rookie receptions at 30.5. Devaughn Vele might operate as the #2 in Tyson's absence. Sixth-round rookie Barion Brown has been making some noise. But my pick to replace Tyson in this somewhat coveted fantasy spot is fourth-round rookie Bryce Lance. Despite an overall ADP (580) that's plummeted more than 100 spots this past week, Lance is a speedy receiver with big-play ability. A reportedly minor injury in camp kept him out of their first preseason game. Assuming he'll be ready for game #2, I'll be bracing for his stock to skyrocket by next week. This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Who will replace injured Jordyn Tyson as the Saints' #2 WR?