TE TB
College: Washington | 2 years
Height: 6'5" | Weight: 247 lbs
Birth Date: 1999-04-15
2024 Bye Week: 11
Total Pts: 610
Avg Pts: 35.88
Rank: 22 TE
Free Agent
Otton was the starting tight end for the Bucs last season, getting 47 receptions for 455 yards and four touchdowns. He was 20th overall in fantasy tight end scoring. He had three games with double-digit fantasy points. The issue for Otton is he has two very talented pass catchers ahead of him when it comes to targets. It is likely more of the same for him this season in Tampa. Otton has 40-plus receptions each of his two seasons in the NFL. Otton is a good pass catcher with solid route running. He is a willing blocker, but still needs work in that area. Otton doesn't really wow in any area but is a reliable target that will move the chains.
FANTASY OUTLOOK: Otton could see a slight bump in production but remains more of a spot play for fantasy teams. The good news is his weekly ceiling is fairly high, getting consistent receptions. He can get around 50 receptions for 500 yards and five touchdowns.
Otton has played the role of dependable safety valve during his first two seasons. He became a Tom Brady favorite towards the end of 2022 and then took his fantasy value a slight step forward in 2023 when he caught five more passes for 64 more yards and two more touchdowns than his rookie campaign. The bad news is he loses the target battle with Tampa Bay's top two wideouts, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, by a large margin. Both receivers had double the targets that Otton had last season, and there is no reason to think quarterback Baker Mayfield will not aim as often at his main men this upcoming season. The good news is if Evans or Godwin are unlucky with injuries, Otton could easily become the No. 2 target in Tampa Bay's passing attack due to the lack of depth in the receiving and tight end corps. Otton is no speed burner (9.5 career YPC), nor is he a red-zone master (six TD in 33 career contests). Where Otton provides fantasy value is in PPR leagues due to his receptions. He should be able to set career-highs across the board in 2024, but that is contingent on how the Tampa target breakdown works out this year. Otton is a TE2 who can provide 55 receptions for 600 yards and five touchdowns if everything breaks right for him.
Otton has played the role of dependable safety valve during his first two seasons. He became a Tom Brady favorite towards the end of 2022 and then took his fantasy value a slight step forward in 2023 when he caught five more passes for 64 more yards and two more touchdowns than his rookie campaign. The bad news is he loses the target battle with Tampa Bay's top two wideouts, Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, by a large margin. Both receivers had double the targets that Otton had last season, and there is no reason to think quarterback Baker Mayfield will not aim as often at his main men this upcoming season. The good news is if Evans or Godwin are unlucky with injuries, Otton could easily become the No. 2 target in Tampa Bay's passing attack due to the lack of depth in the receiving and tight end corps. Otton is no speed burner (9.5 career YPC), nor is he a red-zone master (six TD in 33 career contests). Where Otton provides fantasy value is in PPR leagues due to his receptions. He should be able to set career-highs across the board in 2024, but that is contingent on how the Tampa target breakdown works out this year. Otton is a TE2 who can provide 55 receptions for 600 yards and five touchdowns if everything breaks right for him.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring |
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Week 1 | 19 | Cade Otton 19 rush, pass, and rec yds (19 pts) |
Week 2 | 41 | Cade Otton 41 rush, pass, and rec yds (41 pts) |
Week 3 | 16 | Cade Otton 16 rush, pass, and rec yds (16 pts) |
Week 4 | 33 | Cade Otton 4 yd TD reception (20 pts) Cade Otton 13 rush, pass, and rec yds (13 pts) |
Week 5 | 0 | |
Week 6 | 15 | Cade Otton 15 rush, pass, and rec yds (15 pts) |
Week 7 | 43 | Cade Otton 43 rush, pass, and rec yds (43 pts) |
Week 8 | 57 | Cade Otton 27 rush, pass, and rec yds (27 pts) Cade Otton 1 receiving 2XP (30 pts) |
Week 9 | 145 | Cade Otton 3 yd TD reception (20 pts) Cade Otton 14 yd TD reception (30 pts) Cade Otton 70 rush, pass, and rec yds (70 pts) Cade Otton 1 fumble lost (-25 pts) Cade Otton 70 receiving yds (25 pts) Cade Otton 70 receiving yds (25 pts) |
Week 10 | 10 | Cade Otton 10 rush, pass, and rec yds (10 pts) |
Week 11 | 49 | Cade Otton 49 rush, pass, and rec yds (49 pts) |
Week 12 | 45 | Cade Otton 45 rush, pass, and rec yds (45 pts) |
Week 13 | 0 | |
Week 14 | 46 | Cade Otton 11 yd TD reception (30 pts) Cade Otton 16 rush, pass, and rec yds (16 pts) |
Week 15 | 44 | Cade Otton 44 rush, pass, and rec yds (44 pts) |
Week 16 | 7 | Cade Otton 7 rush, pass, and rec yds (7 pts) |
Week 17 | 10 | Cade Otton 10 rush, pass, and rec yds (10 pts) |
Week 18 | 30 | Cade Otton 30 rush, pass, and rec yds (30 pts) |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton could be utilized differently under new offensive coordinator Liam Coen. This new system is reportedly going to have a bunch of shifts and motions to bait defenses. It's structured to give playmakers space and create advantages in matchups. Otton praised this scheme and said it allows players to do what they do best. It sounds like this new system gives players some freedom which could be a good thing for the Bucs offense. Otton has 89 receptions for 846 yards and six touchdowns through his first two seasons in Tampa Bay. Possibly, this new scheme will help Otton improve his game and find new ways of getting open and making plays.
From RotoBaller
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles recognized tight end Cade Otton for his durability and willingness to learn multiple systems, according to Luke Easterling of Bucs Wire. "His durability has been outstanding," Bowles recently said. "We've called on him a lot as a rookie. It's hard to believe he's only a third-year guy coming up. His durability has been outstanding and he's had different coordinators each year, so his ability to adapt and learn, He's had different coaches, it's not like he's had the same position coach or had the same offensive coordinator. So, to learn different things and tweak his game to fit what we needed him to do is outstanding." The 25-year-old tight end is looking to build on a campaign in which he caught 47 passes for 455 yards and four touchdowns. He's the top tight end in Tampa Bay, and although he'll lose plenty of volume to Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Rachaad White, he' still a mid-range TE2 for fantasy purposes.
From RotoBaller
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton impressed during practice on Tuesday. According to Bailey Adams of Pewter Report, Otton "was arguably the offensive player of the day" as he made a sideline catch in 11-on-11s and shortly after showed off a one-handed grab down the field. He was one of Baker Mayfield's most targeted and trusted pass-catchers, perhaps offering a glimpse into what the 2024 season could look like. The 25-year-old tight end is looking to build on a campaign in which he caught 47 passes for 455 yards and four touchdowns. He's the top tight end in Tampa Bay, and although he'll lose plenty of volume to Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Rachaad White, he' still a mid-range TE2 for fantasy purposes.
From RotoBaller
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | 100 Yds | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 610 | 47 | 455 | 4 | |||||||
Week 1 | @MIN | 19 | 2 | 19 | 0 | ||||||
Week 2 | CHI | 41 | 6 | 41 | 0 | ||||||
Week 3 | PHI | 16 | 1 | 16 | 0 | ||||||
Week 4 | @NO | 33 | 3 | 13 | 1 | ||||||
Week 5 | bye | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 6 | DET | 15 | 1 | 15 | 0 | ||||||
Week 7 | ATL | 43 | 5 | 43 | 0 | ||||||
Week 8 | @BUF | 57 | 4 | 27 | 0 | ||||||
Week 9 | @HOU | 145 | 6 | 70 | 2 | ||||||
Week 10 | TEN | 10 | 2 | 10 | 0 | ||||||
Week 11 | @SF | 49 | 4 | 49 | 0 | ||||||
Week 12 | @IND | 45 | 4 | 45 | 0 | ||||||
Week 13 | CAR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 14 | @ATL | 46 | 2 | 16 | 1 | ||||||
Week 15 | @GB | 44 | 2 | 44 | 0 | ||||||
Week 16 | JAX | 7 | 1 | 7 | 0 | ||||||
Week 17 | NO | 10 | 2 | 10 | 0 | ||||||
Week 18 | @CAR | 30 | 2 | 30 | 0 | ||||||
Wildcard | PHI | 139 | 8 | 89 | 0 | ||||||
Divisional | @DET | 135 | 5 | 65 | 1 |