I think some of the low projections might be because of our schedule...
According to Warren Sharp we have the 5th hardest schedule and face the 2nd hardest defenses collectively. We face the fewest bottom 10 teams (2) and the most top 10 teams (6)...
Chargers have the 3rd easiest schedule. Raiders with the 5th. Texans with the easiest schedule, Watson will have a much easier time than Mahomes, so when Pat puts up similar or better numbers it'll be even more impressive.
Oh and the Patriots with the 2nd easiest schedule, Jags with the 4th...
http://www.rotoworld.com/articles/nf...th-of-schedule