Strength of schedule is calculated from the opponents projected fantasy points allowed for the WR position. The best rating is +16 which gives the player the advantage against the defense and indicates an easy opponent, the worst rating is -16 which gives the defense the advantage and indicates a tough opponent.
While Edelman continues to struggle with an offseason foot injury, he is listed as the backup to newly signed Danny Amendola. Amendola is not the most durable of wide receivers and should Edelman be able to make through camp as his backup there would be considerable upside should something unfortunate befall Amendola.