with 38 catches, 539 yards and four touchdowns. In terms of weight, what are we talking about here?". The 2021 NFL Draft features another loaded receiving class. Darnold was the week's worst passer in lots of categoriesthrows to wide receivers, throws to tight ends, throws to the outside, throws in the fourth quarter. NFL Nation: Analysis for every pick McShay's favorite pick for all 32 teams The only top-tier passing offense that doesn't seem to be at least somewhat broken is Tampa. When looking at the teams selecting in the top ten of the 2021 NFL draft, Ja'Marr Chase could land with a talented quarterback. That's not a ton, but it does make his raw stats more impressive, because it means Pitts has been putting up big numbers against defenses that are slightly better than average in coverage against tight ends. 10 overall in 2021. Also QB rushing is included in passing, now. because reasons. WebAs a true freshman at LSU in 2018, Chase played in all 14 games and made eight starts. Dolphins' Jaelan Phillips, teammates inspired by mentoring incarcerated teens, What adding Odell Beckham Jr. would mean for the New York Jets, Extending Vikings star Justin Jefferson: what it could cost, possible sticking points. "He's got the height. Three of his catches also produced first downs, including a 21-yard gain on third-and-18 and a 45-yard touchdown on second-and-8. The gameplans have been poor. The 2020 CFB season is over, so Jack gives his take on the ultimate debate of Devonta Smith vs. JaMarr Chase, the best 2021 NFL Draft Wide Receivers. He's durable. What happened? The Ravens D didn't create any turnovers, but gave up just 7 points in the second half/OT, vs 4 punts, including one stop after Lamar's potential game losing fumble. 1st and 10: 12 yds (FD) I know QB runs are scored differently, 2nd and 5: 6 yards (FD) If you look at Field's stats, you'd conclude he's almost certainly a bust. He only picked up two conversions on 9 throws with 3 yards or less to go for a first down, going 5-of-9 for 13 yards (10 of them on one play) and a touchdown. Otherwise, as we discussed with Chase, it's difficult to find historical comparisons to this year's rookies. He made a lot of plays in the biggest games of the year. In reply to Watched the ending and loved by mehllageman56. Their four wide receivers are going to be first round picks over two years and he's been the most consistent throughout his career. "Ja'Marr had that one phenomenal year with [QB] Joe Burrow opposite [WR] Justin Jefferson with Clyde Edwards-Helaire in the backfield. It would bereally, really coolto have a position-independent stat as well for players who break position molds. The only way this is not so, is that when the team starts to lose, he plays poorly to be trailing even more, then goes to the bathroom or to that special place that he went to in Cleveland last year and puts on the Superman cape. The Patriots won this game by three scores, and it could have been more if Jones had fared better in Panthers territory. More importantly, he's on pace for 1,577 yards. He's 6-1, 205-to-210, so bigger than DeVonta. But Chase is bigger, faster, stronger and better after the catch. He robbed LAC of a win vs DAL earlier in the year, robbed MIN of a win vs CLE, and now robbed CHI of a win vs PIT. It appears the consensus top two pass catchers are JaMarr Chase out of LSU and, He is 210 pounds and he has speed for days,, He averaged 21.2 yards per catch and I think his traits are a little bit better than, He carried it on his shoulders and he carried that Alabama team and offense to the national championship game. These are all questions that have hit the surface as the 2021 NFL draft draws closer. Most notably, the wideout set an NFL record with 149 receptions in the 2019 season. Finally, I'd just like to say that I can't believe I just wrote 100 words about Josh Johnson in 2021. (Yes, Olamide Zaccheaus had more touchdown catches in this game than Kyle Pitts has had all season.). Bill Belichick, Patriots leaders: Bill Russell's impact felt throughout organization, New England Patriots WR DeVante Parker solidifying role with big plays, contested grabs, reuniting with him in Miami this offseason, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Covered the Broncos for two seasons with the Denver Post. The first being LSUs JaMarr Chase. It seems they don't try to push or take any chances downfield at all if in the lead, believing (like the DC he is) that leads are held by defenses and blown by offenses or something like that. He is 210 pounds and he has speed for days, McShay said. They have Chase as the fifth best player in the 2021 NFL draft, but right behind Chase at number six is Devonta Smith. Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Soon enough, the Cincinnati Bengals had Burrow (first overall in 2020) and Chase (fifth in 2021) back on the same roster. The first two were incomplete, but the next five were all completed, for 116 yards and a touchdown. 1st and 10: 10 yds (FD) [10] As a sophomore in 2018, Smith had 42 receptions for 693 yards and six touchdowns in 13 games. ESPN analyst Louis Riddick is a big proponent of Chase as a WR1, saying, "If/when Ja'Marr Chase runs that 4.45 or less in the 40 [-yard dash] this spring, go ahead and send him straight to Miami. The Bengals should add Ja'Marr Chase to Joe Burrow's arsenal of weapons @PFF_Steve: pic.twitter.com/9f3hmynEb1. ", Dolphins coach Brian Flores addressed Smith's size at the Senior Bowl, saying, "you can nitpick all you want about a guy's size, but good players are good players are good players. WebCareer Stats for WR Ja'Marr Chase. The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. Can Smith be sustainable? (hey someone had to do it). One team that makes a lot of sense for Ja'Marr Chase is the Cincinnati Bengals. He's 6-1, 205-to-210, so bigger than DeVonta. In reply to I think Fields is always by Will. Yeah, Coleman had his one season (2018) when his main competition was Ito Smith, but whether it was Devonta Freeman or Raheem Mostert, he usually was outshined by someone else. [7][8][9], In the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Orange Bowl, Smith had six receptions for 104 yards and one touchdown in the 4534 victory over Oklahoma. Allen and Payne have both notched 54-plus tackles in five consecutive seasons, and both were Pro Bowlers in 2022. "He's got the height. I'd be very excited to have someone like Smitty on our team.". If you remove all players' sacks and INTs, Jackson jumps up to second place behind Garoppolo. That's the comparison," Kiper said. It's been a pretty even split from the people I talk to on [who is the] top receiver between those two. In reply to How is Passing DVOA calculated? [32], Smith became the first wide receiver to win the AP Player of the Year award since its inception in 1998. "I'm very curious how the league handles opt-out guys. Smith topped his receiving yards against LSU. He dropped a prominent comparison for Smith when stating his case. So Devonta Smith certainly could be the first receiver taken but I've got them one and 1A if you will. Already, pundits and fans alike are debating whos the better option: LSUs JaMarr Chase or Alabamas DeVonta Smith? Fields shows improvement almost in real time, but management doesn't get a cheap reason not to fire Nagy (and hopefully Pace too). He played college football at Alabama, where he recorded over 1,800 yards with 23 touchdowns as a senior in 2020. My dude had 65 catches, over 1,000 yards right out of the gate that led all rookies, and the same draft that had Julio Jones. I would want him to take me through his decision process.". The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. The Chicago O-line also was holding up pretty well in pass pro which obviously helped. He was magical," Tannenbaum said. WebHe played college football at Alabama, where he recorded over 1,800 yards with 23 touchdowns as a senior in 2020. He was also first in throws to the right, going 12-of-16 for 147 yards and two touchdowns, plus a 42-yard DPI. Green aging, Ja'Marr Chase can walk in and step into the number one wide receiver role. The second being Alabamas DeVonta Smith. We offer recommendations from over 100 fantasy football experts along with player Marvin Harrison [an Indianapolis Colts Hall of Famer] was 179 pounds coming out of Syracuse. Plus, DeVonta played this year and played phenomenal. The draft's top two wide receivers -- Alabama's DeVonta Smith and LSU's Ja'Marr Chase -- have to be on the short list of candidates for that pick and there's strong arguments for both to be the first receiver selected. In both of those games he had three or more touchdowns. Some school's results have been altered by retroactive NCAA penalties. More to the point, how many good 53 man rosters in this league have tons of salary cap space every year? Round 1: Kiper | McShay | NFL Nation It's fair to think the by Noahrk. McShay's favorite pick for all 32 teams Carolina, same thing, they were happy to do nothing with a lead, the defense eventually wore down and they gave up the tying score, then instant offense. I'm not so much commenting on Lamar but the Ravens defense that allowed 31 (more than the Ravens ppg and oppg) at home, somehow being good despite the numbers saying not so much and giving Kirk a field day. I only saw film of Waddle after he was drafted, so I may be biased, but he was far from a one-trick pony. But the last half-decade, for example, has brought a reunion of LSU's Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, who have become instrumental pieces of the Cincinnati Bengals offenseand the team's AFC title two seasons ago. He's a good kid, too. He completed each of his 11 throws to players at that position for a total of 126 yards and two touchdowns. If there's a downside to Moore, it's that he's no longer catching opponents off-guardhe had 11 catches for 182 yards (16.6 yards per catch) in Weeks 1 and 2, 23 catches for 170 yards (7.4 yards per catch)and exactly zero DYARin seven games since. Trae Young). He is averaging only 4.1 yards after the catch, less than the 4.4-yard average of NFL wide receivers this year, and has 15 failed receptions, second among wideouts to the 19 of the Chargers' Keenan Allen. In reply to It's worth pointing out that by HitchikersPie, In reply to Defense gave him more opportunities? The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes, Aidan O'Connell, Tanner McKee, and the Day 3 QBs, Jaxon Smith-Njigba Highlights Deep Class of WRs, Most Undervalued Players in a 2023 Fantasy Football Draft, Colts Take Will Levis in Latest Mock Draft. Can Smith be sustainable? Similarly in his routes, he has slip and he's quicker than you think, always getting separation without stressing. Why are there only 31 picks in Round 1 of the 2023 NFL draft? They're strictly about production. [34][35], While playing for Alabama, Smith set more than seven school receiving records. Ja'Marr didn't," Kiper said. Garoppolo gains 40 DYAR due to opponent adjustments. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. [58] The catch set up the Eagles with first-and-goal, which they were able to score a touchdown on. His 175-pound frame is the big question. There is a slight asterisk here, but it's a reasonable one. Hurts scrambles are included in the Eagles passing DVOA, but not a designed run such as a successful QB sneak. In reply to Actually, in this case, the by Vincent Verhei. 68.3 yards per game. Many think his height wont be something that hinders him, including former NFL wide receiver. Looking at them between positions is always goofy. They followed that up with strong 2022 campaigns and guided the Bengals to another AFC Championship Game appearance. [20] In the following game, against Georgia, he had 11 receptions for 167 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 4124 victory. In reply to Correct. At least he was honest about his game in the post-game pressers. To be losing by so much, he must play poorly when the game is even to start. His magic passing range came on throws to receivers 8 to 15 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. The incompletions were thrown to Dallas Goedert and Quez Watkins; the five completions were all thrown to DeVonta Smith. With the conclusion of the 2023 NFL Draft, here is the most recent version of my dynasty rankings for single-quarterback, PPR leagues.More information on redraft rankings can be found here, while more information on each rookie can be found in our draft guide.. More PFF draft content: Draft Grades | Mock Draft Simulator | 2023 NFL Draft Guide Top The catch was later deemed to be incomplete, but the Eagles were able to get a quick snap off before it could be challenged or reviewed. Jalen Hurts by MdM, DVOA for quarterbacks compares them to the baseline for the average QB play, DVOA for team passing compares them to the baseline for the averageoffensiveplay (Passing is more efficient than rushing), In reply to DVOA for quarterbacks by AFCNFCBowl. After poor coaching and injuries held them back as rookies, Lawrence and Etienne propelled the Jags to an AFC South crown in 2022. All of Smith's catches gained at least 19 yards, the longest his 28-yard touchdown. You look at what Jefferson did [as a Minnesota Vikings rookie], it's scary thinking about how good Chase can be," Tannenbaum said. Fields played pretty well especially later in the game. Smith and Chase are 1 and 1A for Kiper. [17][18], After the season, his teammates Henry Ruggs and Jerry Jeudy forfeited their remaining NCAA eligibility to enter the 2020 NFL Draft, where they ended up as first-round picks, but Smith decided to return to Alabama for his senior year. [19], On October 10, against Ole Miss, Smith had 13 receptions for 164 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown to go along with a rushing touchdown in the 6348 victory. He dropped a prominent comparison for Smith when stating his case. Look at his body. Prescott's stats going to the left before the knee injury to Pat Surtain II: 2-of-7 for 37 yards and no touchdowns, and one of those completions was a 5 yard gain on 3rd-and-6. He finished with 31 catches, 396 yards and one touchdown, averaging 12.8 yards per catch. They weren't running option plays with Andy Dalton in there! I only watched a small part of the game, but I'm surprised Love's DYAR looked this good. Bad play call, bad decision, bad throw. I'd be very excited to have someone like Smitty on our team.". Meanwhile, several notable wideouts (Terry McLaurin, Juju Smith-Schuster, Allen Robinson, and Davante Adams, to name a few) had BMIs of 28.0 or higher. ", Kiper agrees, saying questions about Smith's size "don't make any sense. He also added Pro Bowl honors three straight years from 2019-2021. What the heck is going on over there? Kirk's totals include 21 passing DYAR for his 33-yard completion to Antoine Wesley. "The national championship against Ohio State, I left the stadium thinking, 'Wow, is DeVonta Smith the best player in the draft?' Jackson had 25 rushing DYAR pre-adjustments, most of any QB this week. One non-Dolphins AFC scout closely watched both wide receivers and gave the edge to Chase, citing primarily size and traits. Both players at least earned all-conference honors and are viewed as core contributors in their professional home. Sort of unsurprising because DYAR has never really liked volume rushing from QBs, but I also count 11 QBs with higher rushing DYAR. Get the fastest scores, stats, news, LIVE videos, and more. Hes going to make an impact just like (Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver) AJ Green did, Burleson said Thursday on NFL Networks Good Morning Football. Only five of Lawrence's completions against Buffalo gained first downs, and he was successful on a league-worst 31% of his dropbacks. 3rd and 2: 6 yds (FD) What he did this year was remarkable. The fact he was bunched up with Pitts, Chase and Smith pre-draft was well-earned, not a product an Al-Davis-like fantasy. [49] In Week 10, against the Denver Broncos, Smith had two receiving touchdowns in the 3013 victory. Chase won the Biletnikoff Award, which goes to the best receiver in college football, in 2019. That drops Chase all the way down to 22nd among wide receivers in DYAR and still first by a wide margin among rookies. Coming into this year the big criticism of Jackson was his inability to lead a comeback, this year he is the best, with 3 comebacks of 11 points or more in the second half. Yes, JaMarr Chase is over a year younger and dominated with 1,780 yards, 21.2 yards per reception, and 20 touchdowns as a sophomore in 2019, but what Smith did Similarly in his routes, he has slip and he's quicker than you think, always getting separation without stressing. The next year, Washington returned to the Alabama well and selected Payne 13th overall. "Smith has historic change-of-direction, his ability to run routes and create separation, his hands are exceptional, he makes very tight-window catches. He's durable. In reply to Also QB rushing is included by Pat. He's strong. Look at his frame. I don't think there's a GM in the league who's come close to damaging his team more than Pace has (and Ireally, reallyhave a low opinion of Howie Roseman, so this is a very strong statement). Chase, who opted out of the 2020 season but was college football's best wide receiver in 2019, excels with strength, body control, technique, route running and in tight He played alongside Justin Jefferson, who starred as a rookie for the Minnesota Vikings in 2020. He did at Ohio State, he has so far in the NFL. In his last season, Chase finished with 84 catches, 1,780 yards, 20 touchdowns and 21.2 yards per catch. I am really, really happy you asked this question about Cousins, because this is fascinating. In reply to I think their is some talent on the offensive roster by johonny. And while the Love discussion has been buried to death ultimately he had the bad day common to any qb whatever their skill or history. but he ran for a half-dozen first downs, five of them on runs of 10 yards or more, including a 22-yard gain on second-and-7 and a 70-yard touchdown on second-and-10. One of the questions going into April's draft will be whether LSU's Ja'Marr Chase or Alabama's Heisman Trophy winner Devonta Smith will be the first receiver off the board. 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Three produced first downs, and he also had a 12-yard gain on second-and-19 that counted as a successful play. 3rd and 2: 1 yd. Ja'Marr Chase and DeVonta Smith are incredible talents. 3) He had the best DYAR on throws to receivers at or behind the line of scrimmage, going 13-of-14 for 106 yards and a touchdown. You can't move around like he did without really knowing the offense. Jaylen Waddle goes down and the entire offense funnels through that wide receivers spot and Devonta Smith. There's no doubt that Pitts is the top rookie tight end this season; the only question is whether he can threaten any all-time records. No one else on the roster is. And if you thought Toney benefitted from being the third receiver in New York, consider that Moore has been the fifth weapon (behind DeAndre Hopkins, Christian Kirk, A.J. That's less than the 125 that Justin Jefferson had last year, but more than any other rookie since 2016. While Chase and Smith have been the unquestioned top wideouts for the Bengals and Eagles, Toney has mostly been a third receiver for the Giants behind Sterling Shepard and Kenny Golladay, when they have been healthy.
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