With Lions rookie Joseph Fauria catching three passes for 27 yards and a touchdown in Week 1 -- while fellow tight ends Brandon Pettigrew (two passes for six yards and a fumble) and Tony Scheffler (one target, no receptions) didn't do much -- there appears to be possible value in deeper leagues with Fauria.
It's not exactly the same level as Kyle Rudolph in 2012, but Fauria could have value as a red zone target, and then get a handful of receiving points in an offense that loves to pass. While attention at the goal line may be paid to Joique Bell, Calvin Johnson, and Reggie Bush, Fauria looks like a candidate to sneak into the end zone, turn, and catch some valuable touchdown passes.
There isn't enough potential here to add Fauria in 12-team standard leagues, but for those playing in deeper or dynasty formats, Fauria could be a sneaky add for bench depth.