13 hours ago
For 90% of the offseason, the ****** ysis is calculated. And then we get to have some fun. Today's column is ice cream for dinner, but if I hit on any of these, then I get to brag about it. When I miss on them, ****** ody is allowed to care. These are the rules. I don't make them up (I do).
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We'll get to the RB and TE version of this column later on, in addition to all of the written content and rankings we have in the Yahoo Ultra Draft Kit.
It's hard to get off of Jahmyr Gibbs as the 1.01 in half PPR, but Nacua has a case and is definitely in the mix for 1.01 in full PPR. He has the most receptions through a WR's first three seasons in NFL history, and he's also the career leader in receiving yards per game. Last year, he led the NFL in both categories on a per-game basis (8.1 receptions for 107.7 yards).
Already a fantasy football legend, Nacua has a very obvious area to explode further: red zone TDs. Last year, Davante Adams had a 27% target share in the red zone compared to Nacua's 17%. Adams scored 13 RZ TDs to Nacua's 6. That could change at any point, especially if Adams' hammy acts up. If that gets close to even or flips to Nacua, then we're talking about a ceiling that only Cooper Kupp, Jerry Rice, CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase have ever had in a single season.
#nacua #adams #Football #yards
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We'll get to the RB and TE version of this column later on, in addition to all of the written content and rankings we have in the Yahoo Ultra Draft Kit.
It's hard to get off of Jahmyr Gibbs as the 1.01 in half PPR, but Nacua has a case and is definitely in the mix for 1.01 in full PPR. He has the most receptions through a WR's first three seasons in NFL history, and he's also the career leader in receiving yards per game. Last year, he led the NFL in both categories on a per-game basis (8.1 receptions for 107.7 yards).
Already a fantasy football legend, Nacua has a very obvious area to explode further: red zone TDs. Last year, Davante Adams had a 27% target share in the red zone compared to Nacua's 17%. Adams scored 13 RZ TDs to Nacua's 6. That could change at any point, especially if Adams' hammy acts up. If that gets close to even or flips to Nacua, then we're talking about a ceiling that only Cooper Kupp, Jerry Rice, CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase have ever had in a single season.
#nacua #adams #Football #yards
2 days ago
One fantasy football related stat for every NFL team heading into the 2026 season. The order is listed by odds to win the Super Bowl, and the notes come from snippets of my player ***** ysis that can be found in Yahoo Plus where I have plenty of ***** ysis, rankings, targets, fades, etc.
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Davante Adams led the NFL with 0.76 touchdowns per game inside the 20-yard line on a 27% target share. Only Amon-Ra St. Brown and Drake London came close to matching, but his role outside the red zone was just as fascinating. He had an 18% target share with a 0% screen rate outside of the red zone with an average depth of target 15.6 yards downfield, which was the third highest at WR. Adams' role is completely big-play dependent with his easy targets evaporating.
Josh Allen has finished as the QB1 (24.6 points per game), QB3 (23.7), QB1 (25.8), and QB1 (26.4) in recent seasons. The last two years were his worst fantasy years in a long time, and he still separated from the mid- and low-end fantasy QB1s. In terms of overall finishes using fantasy points over replacement per game in half-PPR, Allen has been 30th, 18th, 30th and 19th. The only downside with him is how deep the QB group is this season, so I'd understand waiting until late Round 3 to grab Allen.
Over the past two seasons when Lamar Jackson has over five passes in a game, Zay Flowers is the WR13 in yards and the WR47 in touchdowns per game. His target share in the red zone is 15.7% versus 27.5% outside of the red zone. If he scores some long touchdowns or gets more chances in the red zone, then Flowers is an upside WR2 as he heads into his prime. Unfortunately, there's about 10 other receivers in this exact tier.
#zone #season #adams
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Davante Adams led the NFL with 0.76 touchdowns per game inside the 20-yard line on a 27% target share. Only Amon-Ra St. Brown and Drake London came close to matching, but his role outside the red zone was just as fascinating. He had an 18% target share with a 0% screen rate outside of the red zone with an average depth of target 15.6 yards downfield, which was the third highest at WR. Adams' role is completely big-play dependent with his easy targets evaporating.
Josh Allen has finished as the QB1 (24.6 points per game), QB3 (23.7), QB1 (25.8), and QB1 (26.4) in recent seasons. The last two years were his worst fantasy years in a long time, and he still separated from the mid- and low-end fantasy QB1s. In terms of overall finishes using fantasy points over replacement per game in half-PPR, Allen has been 30th, 18th, 30th and 19th. The only downside with him is how deep the QB group is this season, so I'd understand waiting until late Round 3 to grab Allen.
Over the past two seasons when Lamar Jackson has over five passes in a game, Zay Flowers is the WR13 in yards and the WR47 in touchdowns per game. His target share in the red zone is 15.7% versus 27.5% outside of the red zone. If he scores some long touchdowns or gets more chances in the red zone, then Flowers is an upside WR2 as he heads into his prime. Unfortunately, there's about 10 other receivers in this exact tier.
#zone #season #adams
2 days ago
The Los Angeles Rams lit up the scoreboard last season as the No. 1 offense in the NFL, and they're returning all of their key players. Puka Nacua, Davante Adams and Kyren Williams are the primary skill players around Matthew Stafford, but second-year tight end Terrance Ferguson should not be forgotten.
Ferguson made the most of his limited opportunities last season, averaging 21 yards per catch on 11 receptions, with three of those catches going for touchdowns. Entering Year 2, Ferguson's stock is trending up.
Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently visited Rams training camp and from what he's heard, Ferguson has had a "fantastic offseason" and the Rams "now believe he could grow into one of the NFL's best tight ends.
On offense, Davante Adams, Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams are where you'd expect them to be, and Colby Parkinson is leading a deep, versatile tight end group. The second layer of skill talent is where the offense could look a little different than it did a year ago. Terrance Ferguson has had a fantastic offseason. He is now proving to be a guy who can play all over the formation and looks like he could be a force after the catch, showing why the Rams coveted him in the 2025 draft and now believe he could grow into one of the NFL's best tight ends. Blake Corum has also worked to earn carries alongside Williams, seeing the game faster, and looking like a guy who could add a big-play element to the Rams' physical run game. If there's a question on offense, it's at tackle, where Alaric Jackson is facing potential discipline from the NFL, and Rob Havenstein retired.
Considering how much talent there is at the tight end position across the NFL right now, those are some seriously high expectations. If he were to somehow develop into a player of Trey McBride or Brock Bowers' caliber, it would completely change the complexion of the offense.
#offense #adams
Ferguson made the most of his limited opportunities last season, averaging 21 yards per catch on 11 receptions, with three of those catches going for touchdowns. Entering Year 2, Ferguson's stock is trending up.
Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently visited Rams training camp and from what he's heard, Ferguson has had a "fantastic offseason" and the Rams "now believe he could grow into one of the NFL's best tight ends.
On offense, Davante Adams, Puka Nacua and Kyren Williams are where you'd expect them to be, and Colby Parkinson is leading a deep, versatile tight end group. The second layer of skill talent is where the offense could look a little different than it did a year ago. Terrance Ferguson has had a fantastic offseason. He is now proving to be a guy who can play all over the formation and looks like he could be a force after the catch, showing why the Rams coveted him in the 2025 draft and now believe he could grow into one of the NFL's best tight ends. Blake Corum has also worked to earn carries alongside Williams, seeing the game faster, and looking like a guy who could add a big-play element to the Rams' physical run game. If there's a question on offense, it's at tackle, where Alaric Jackson is facing potential discipline from the NFL, and Rob Havenstein retired.
Considering how much talent there is at the tight end position across the NFL right now, those are some seriously high expectations. If he were to somehow develop into a player of Trey McBride or Brock Bowers' caliber, it would completely change the complexion of the offense.
#offense #adams
2 days ago
Newly acquired star Myles Garrett is set to miss his fourth-consecutive practice in his first training camp with the Los Angeles Rams.
Head coach Sean McVay said Garrett is managing "a little soreness in his lower half". The DPOY has already missed three practices and is set to also miss Monday's session. Sarah Bishop of ESPN reporting that he should return for the next block of practices.
.LATimesklein and I's full back and forth with Rams head coach Sean McVay, asking about Myles Garrett, who is experiencing "a little bit of soreness in his lower half."
Garrett has not practiced the last three days and will not practice Monday, McVay said. pic.twitter.com/hi9Kjp9VW0
The Rams are likely taking a precautionary approach with Garrett. Splash offseason moves only matter if the star player is healthy enough to contribute in the regular season and into the playoffs. McVay and the Rams don't need Garrett for training camp. They need him ready for Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.
Garrett isn't the only player whose workload is being managed by the team. Matthew Stafford, Davante Adams, and Byron Young have all received lighter-than-usual workloads in the early going of training camp.
#mcvay
Head coach Sean McVay said Garrett is managing "a little soreness in his lower half". The DPOY has already missed three practices and is set to also miss Monday's session. Sarah Bishop of ESPN reporting that he should return for the next block of practices.
.LATimesklein and I's full back and forth with Rams head coach Sean McVay, asking about Myles Garrett, who is experiencing "a little bit of soreness in his lower half."
Garrett has not practiced the last three days and will not practice Monday, McVay said. pic.twitter.com/hi9Kjp9VW0
The Rams are likely taking a precautionary approach with Garrett. Splash offseason moves only matter if the star player is healthy enough to contribute in the regular season and into the playoffs. McVay and the Rams don't need Garrett for training camp. They need him ready for Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.
Garrett isn't the only player whose workload is being managed by the team. Matthew Stafford, Davante Adams, and Byron Young have all received lighter-than-usual workloads in the early going of training camp.
#mcvay
2 days ago
The Los Angeles Rams could not have expected Davante Adams to have the impact he's had on the franchise when they signed him last offseason. Not only did he lead the NFL in receiving touchdowns, but he also became a mentor and the undisputed leader of the wide receiver room.
Puka Nacua has credited Adams for taking charge and being the ultimate example, while Konata Mumpfield has become sort of an apprentice, rapidly growing his role within the offensive scheme. In 2026, it appears that CJ Daniels has become the latest to seek Adams' advice.
During a recent press conference, Adams told reporters that he's developed a rapport with Daniels during OTAs, helping the rookie with elements of his game that need improvement. Daniels sought Adams' advice before the break before camp.
Davante Adams said rookie CJ Daniels approached him before the break between the offseason program and training camp and asked him what he thought Daniels needed to work on.
"We talked about a couple of small things," Adams said. "I had seen a lot of good stuff from him during… https://t.co/KjIFrfdUt9
"We talked about a couple of small things," Adams said. "I had seen a lot of good stuff from him during the offseason program, and he came back and did exactly those things."
#davante #become
Puka Nacua has credited Adams for taking charge and being the ultimate example, while Konata Mumpfield has become sort of an apprentice, rapidly growing his role within the offensive scheme. In 2026, it appears that CJ Daniels has become the latest to seek Adams' advice.
During a recent press conference, Adams told reporters that he's developed a rapport with Daniels during OTAs, helping the rookie with elements of his game that need improvement. Daniels sought Adams' advice before the break before camp.
Davante Adams said rookie CJ Daniels approached him before the break between the offseason program and training camp and asked him what he thought Daniels needed to work on.
"We talked about a couple of small things," Adams said. "I had seen a lot of good stuff from him during… https://t.co/KjIFrfdUt9
"We talked about a couple of small things," Adams said. "I had seen a lot of good stuff from him during the offseason program, and he came back and did exactly those things."
#davante #become
3 days ago
Generally speaking, when a headline asks a yes or no question, the answer is "no." It's called Betteridge's law of headlines, and it's a consistent guide in the journalism world.
If we apply it here, the law tells us that no, Davante Adams won't recreate his 2025 production in 2026.
OK, so it's unlikely that Adams leads the NFL in receiving touchdowns in his age-34 season. But what can we expect from the veteran receiver?
It's not impossible, but it would be somewhat shocking to see him completely fall off a cliff. Adams's game is built to last, as it's based far more on technique and precision than it is on raw, physical gifts. He's been an elite route runner with a top-tier release for the balance of his career, and it's a career with legitimate Hall of Fame credentials. Those kinds of players generally age more gracefully at the position.
That said, his transformation last year into the best red zone weapon in the league probably won't continue. It could, certainly, but the odds don't favor it. Again, he'll turn 34 this season (albeit quite late in the year) and individual red zone production can be a volatile statistic. Even if he's able to separate at nearly the same clip as 2025 near the goal line, there are numerous reasons why he might not score at the same level as he did a year ago.
#year #generally #last #Career
If we apply it here, the law tells us that no, Davante Adams won't recreate his 2025 production in 2026.
OK, so it's unlikely that Adams leads the NFL in receiving touchdowns in his age-34 season. But what can we expect from the veteran receiver?
It's not impossible, but it would be somewhat shocking to see him completely fall off a cliff. Adams's game is built to last, as it's based far more on technique and precision than it is on raw, physical gifts. He's been an elite route runner with a top-tier release for the balance of his career, and it's a career with legitimate Hall of Fame credentials. Those kinds of players generally age more gracefully at the position.
That said, his transformation last year into the best red zone weapon in the league probably won't continue. It could, certainly, but the odds don't favor it. Again, he'll turn 34 this season (albeit quite late in the year) and individual red zone production can be a volatile statistic. Even if he's able to separate at nearly the same clip as 2025 near the goal line, there are numerous reasons why he might not score at the same level as he did a year ago.
#year #generally #last #Career
4 days ago
From an unbiased point of view, there really was no reason for Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford to have the best season of his career in 2025. The MVP winner was clearly the NFL's best quarterback and decision-maker, but he entered the season with a schedule that put him against the league's top defenses, while being 37 years old with a back issue that forced him to miss training camp and almost put him on injured reserve to start the season.
Despite those looming hurdles, Stafford was simply brilliant, leading the NFL in passing yards and touchdowns. A primary reason is the players around him. While star receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua continue to dominate headlines, the Rams' offensive line has quietly been one of the league's best, which comes as a surprise due to how it was ******* embled.
Recently, Stafford spoke on The Athletic Football Show about a variety of topics, with the quarterback praising his line's ability to pick up pressure, especially on blitzes.
"You can't do anything if you're not protected and you got to find ways to get those protections done," Stafford said. "There was a great play—a great job of communicating from our entire group up front—relaying a call out, getting a back out in Carolina.
"I hit Davante on my left on like an in-cut versus a crazy overload blitz that we did a great job using the cadence. We got it shown, we flipped over the whole [protection], slid the line, did the whole thing, and it takes everybody. You know, that's what you realize. You can't sit there and go, 'Man, Matthew, great throw.' I was like, 'Yeah, well, I was able to stand in there and throw it.'"
#great #quarterback #season #matthew
Despite those looming hurdles, Stafford was simply brilliant, leading the NFL in passing yards and touchdowns. A primary reason is the players around him. While star receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua continue to dominate headlines, the Rams' offensive line has quietly been one of the league's best, which comes as a surprise due to how it was ******* embled.
Recently, Stafford spoke on The Athletic Football Show about a variety of topics, with the quarterback praising his line's ability to pick up pressure, especially on blitzes.
"You can't do anything if you're not protected and you got to find ways to get those protections done," Stafford said. "There was a great play—a great job of communicating from our entire group up front—relaying a call out, getting a back out in Carolina.
"I hit Davante on my left on like an in-cut versus a crazy overload blitz that we did a great job using the cadence. We got it shown, we flipped over the whole [protection], slid the line, did the whole thing, and it takes everybody. You know, that's what you realize. You can't sit there and go, 'Man, Matthew, great throw.' I was like, 'Yeah, well, I was able to stand in there and throw it.'"
#great #quarterback #season #matthew
4 days ago
The Los Angeles Rams are going to be a problem this year, both on Sundays and in "Madden NFL 27". They're the highest-rated team in this year's edition of Madden, coming in with a 91 overall rating – three rating points better than every other team in football.
Their roster is loaded from top to bottom, as evidenced by the initial ratings for Madden 27. Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett are both 99 overall, and Puka Nacua isn't far behind at 98 overall.
With the full ratings now released, we can take a look at other players on the team, including Davante Adams and Kevin Dotson, who are both 90 overall. The Rams have a whopping six players who are at least a 90 overall, and even more impressively, 17 players who are at least an 80.
Below are the top 25 Rams players in Madden 27 based on overall rating.
QB Matthew Stafford: 99 overall
#players #stafford
Their roster is loaded from top to bottom, as evidenced by the initial ratings for Madden 27. Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett are both 99 overall, and Puka Nacua isn't far behind at 98 overall.
With the full ratings now released, we can take a look at other players on the team, including Davante Adams and Kevin Dotson, who are both 90 overall. The Rams have a whopping six players who are at least a 90 overall, and even more impressively, 17 players who are at least an 80.
Below are the top 25 Rams players in Madden 27 based on overall rating.
QB Matthew Stafford: 99 overall
#players #stafford
5 days ago
The "NFL Top 100 Players" is an annual NFL offseason tradition. There are a few names from the Kansas City Chiefs expected to make the cut, but there are also many opponents featured in this year's rankings. Player No. 53 is a player they are scheduled to see across from them this coming season.
No. 53 is Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams.
Adams started all 14 games he played for the Rams in 2025; he finished the regular season with 60 receptions for 789 yards and an NFL-high 14 receiving touchdowns. In Week 15, Adams aggravated an injury to his left hamstring and was held out for the remainder of the regular season.
Adams and the Rams will host the Chiefs in Week 13 of the 2026 season on Thursday Night Football, December 3, at SoFi Stadium.
Produced by NFL Films and the X Original Series, the new season of NFL Top 100 features short-form episodes that reveal the league's top players, as voted on exclusively by current NFL players. Episodes debut on X on weekdays through Friday, September 4, and will air later on NFL+, as well as on other NFL-owned and operated social media platforms.
#players #episodes #regular #kansas
No. 53 is Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams.
Adams started all 14 games he played for the Rams in 2025; he finished the regular season with 60 receptions for 789 yards and an NFL-high 14 receiving touchdowns. In Week 15, Adams aggravated an injury to his left hamstring and was held out for the remainder of the regular season.
Adams and the Rams will host the Chiefs in Week 13 of the 2026 season on Thursday Night Football, December 3, at SoFi Stadium.
Produced by NFL Films and the X Original Series, the new season of NFL Top 100 features short-form episodes that reveal the league's top players, as voted on exclusively by current NFL players. Episodes debut on X on weekdays through Friday, September 4, and will air later on NFL+, as well as on other NFL-owned and operated social media platforms.
#players #episodes #regular #kansas
8 days ago
Even though the pads aren't on yet, the competition in training camp is heating up. The Los Angeles Rams held their second practice at LMU on Monday and a handful of players stood out in a positive way – including two young guys who are trying to make their mark on the 53-man roster.
Based on reports from camp, here are four players who performed well in Monday's practice.
The Rams traded up for Daniels in the sixth round of the draft this year and they may have found their latest Day 3 gem. The former Miami receiver drew high praise from reporters in attendance, as well as his head coach Sean McVay. Stu Jackson of TheRams.com noted that Daniels "caught just about every target thrown his way on Monday" while working with the second-team offense.
McVay said Daniels has "done a good job and called him a "mature rookie" with a "no-nonsense mentality." And with guys like Puka Nacua and Davante Adams to learn from, McVay likes the potential of the rookie wideout.
"So it's a great group, but I'm excited about CJ and he'll be another guy when you talk about the importance of the preseason, he'll be a guy I'm looking forward to watching play and obviously in these practice settings as well," McVay said.
#well #camp #players #guys
Based on reports from camp, here are four players who performed well in Monday's practice.
The Rams traded up for Daniels in the sixth round of the draft this year and they may have found their latest Day 3 gem. The former Miami receiver drew high praise from reporters in attendance, as well as his head coach Sean McVay. Stu Jackson of TheRams.com noted that Daniels "caught just about every target thrown his way on Monday" while working with the second-team offense.
McVay said Daniels has "done a good job and called him a "mature rookie" with a "no-nonsense mentality." And with guys like Puka Nacua and Davante Adams to learn from, McVay likes the potential of the rookie wideout.
"So it's a great group, but I'm excited about CJ and he'll be another guy when you talk about the importance of the preseason, he'll be a guy I'm looking forward to watching play and obviously in these practice settings as well," McVay said.
#well #camp #players #guys
8 days ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Matthew Stafford looked across the Los Angeles Rams ' line in his first practice of training camp Monday and saw both the NFL Defensive Player of the Year and the highest-paid cornerback in the league. When he dropped back, he could throw to last season's NFL leader in yards receiving last season or touchdown receptions.
Stafford is the reigning NFL MVP and a Super Bowl champion himself, but he also spent enough seasons of his career on mediocre teams to recognize just how good he has it here in his 18th year.
"It was a blast to be out here today," Stafford said. "I'm surrounded by so many great players, and I don't take that for granted, both on our side of the football and on the defensive side. It's a blessing to come out here every single day and compete against these guys and play with the guys on the offensive side. Just an exciting time."
After sitting out of Sunday's opening practice as part of the Rams' plan to keep their franchise quarterback in top shape for the season ahead, Stafford looked remarkably sharp in his first workout of training camp. He repeatedly found All-Pro Puka Nacua and Davante Adams in solid coverage with long, precise throws that had the crowd at Loyola Marymount cheering.
The Rams made a handful of bold personnel moves in the past four months to maximize the size of their remaining championship window with their 38-year-old quarterback, but coach Sean McVay said on the opening day of camp that he won't measure his team's success or failure "by whether or not we win a Super Bowl."
#Rams #year #here
Stafford is the reigning NFL MVP and a Super Bowl champion himself, but he also spent enough seasons of his career on mediocre teams to recognize just how good he has it here in his 18th year.
"It was a blast to be out here today," Stafford said. "I'm surrounded by so many great players, and I don't take that for granted, both on our side of the football and on the defensive side. It's a blessing to come out here every single day and compete against these guys and play with the guys on the offensive side. Just an exciting time."
After sitting out of Sunday's opening practice as part of the Rams' plan to keep their franchise quarterback in top shape for the season ahead, Stafford looked remarkably sharp in his first workout of training camp. He repeatedly found All-Pro Puka Nacua and Davante Adams in solid coverage with long, precise throws that had the crowd at Loyola Marymount cheering.
The Rams made a handful of bold personnel moves in the past four months to maximize the size of their remaining championship window with their 38-year-old quarterback, but coach Sean McVay said on the opening day of camp that he won't measure his team's success or failure "by whether or not we win a Super Bowl."
#Rams #year #here
12 days ago
Slow news days are about to be a thing of the past, as training camp is underway. It may take a few days for the news to roll in, but we will be back in business in no time.
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George Kittle Gets Honest About Davante Adams Ahead of 49ers-Rams
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George Kittle Gets Honest About Davante Adams Ahead of 49ers-Rams
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13 days ago
As we pass the midway point of the 2020s, it's worth looking back at which players made the biggest impact on the NFL over the past five season.
The Los Angeles Rams were one of three teams to have at least three players listed on Fox Sports' "Half-Decade Team," with Davante Adams, Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald all earning spots on the star-studded roster. Los Angeles tied with the Kansas City Chiefs for the second-most representatives of any franchise, behind only the Baltimore Ravens' four. And if you're wondering where Matthew Stafford is, Fox Sports only picked one quarterback, and it was hard to leave Patrick Mahomes off this list.
But the Rams' total comes with an asterisk the Chiefs and Ravens don't share: two of the three honorees have spent a combined one season in Los Angeles so far. Adams arrived via trade in 2025 and just completed his first year with the team. Garrett only just joined this offseason after being dealt from Cleveland in a blockbuster move, and has yet to play a single snap in a Rams uniform. Only Donald's Rams tenure predates the recent roster overhaul — and he's been retired the past two seasons.
Adams made the cut at wide receiver alongside Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase. The 33-year-old is one of two receivers with three first-team All-Pro nods since 2020, alongside Tyreek Hill, and led the NFL with 14 receiving touchdowns in his first season with the Rams.
Garrett headlines the edge rusher spot after setting a single-season NFL record with 23 sacks last season — while still a Brown. No edge rusher in the league has more first-team All-Pro selections since 2020 than his five, a total he shares the position slot with Pittsburgh's T.J. Watt.
#season
The Los Angeles Rams were one of three teams to have at least three players listed on Fox Sports' "Half-Decade Team," with Davante Adams, Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald all earning spots on the star-studded roster. Los Angeles tied with the Kansas City Chiefs for the second-most representatives of any franchise, behind only the Baltimore Ravens' four. And if you're wondering where Matthew Stafford is, Fox Sports only picked one quarterback, and it was hard to leave Patrick Mahomes off this list.
But the Rams' total comes with an asterisk the Chiefs and Ravens don't share: two of the three honorees have spent a combined one season in Los Angeles so far. Adams arrived via trade in 2025 and just completed his first year with the team. Garrett only just joined this offseason after being dealt from Cleveland in a blockbuster move, and has yet to play a single snap in a Rams uniform. Only Donald's Rams tenure predates the recent roster overhaul — and he's been retired the past two seasons.
Adams made the cut at wide receiver alongside Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase. The 33-year-old is one of two receivers with three first-team All-Pro nods since 2020, alongside Tyreek Hill, and led the NFL with 14 receiving touchdowns in his first season with the Rams.
Garrett headlines the edge rusher spot after setting a single-season NFL record with 23 sacks last season — while still a Brown. No edge rusher in the league has more first-team All-Pro selections since 2020 than his five, a total he shares the position slot with Pittsburgh's T.J. Watt.
#season
14 days ago
With Cooper Kupp on the decline, the Los Angeles Rams decided to part ways with the former Super Bowl MVP and bring in another veteran, Davante Adams. They signed Adams after he was cut by the New York Jets, bringing him back to California and pairing him with Puka Nacua to create one of the best receiver duos in football.
Though it took some time for him to develop chemistry with Matthew Stafford, especially after the veteran QB dealt with back issues in camp, Adams went on to lead the NFL with 14 touchdown catches in only 14 games.
The Rams considered trading him away for A.J. Brown this offseason but decided to keep him for the final year of his contract, hoping to get Adams that elusive Super Bowl ring. He nearly cracked the top five of our most important players list, coming in at No. 6.
Just before the start of 2025 free agency, the Rams made a big splash by signing Adams to a two-year, $44 million contract. He was still considered a premier player despite his production slipping with the Raiders and Jets, so the Rams brought him aboard and gave Stafford yet another weapon on the outside.
Adams is entering the final year of his contract, so it's possible he'll hit free agency in 2027 if the Rams don't extend him beforehand.
#year #stafford
Though it took some time for him to develop chemistry with Matthew Stafford, especially after the veteran QB dealt with back issues in camp, Adams went on to lead the NFL with 14 touchdown catches in only 14 games.
The Rams considered trading him away for A.J. Brown this offseason but decided to keep him for the final year of his contract, hoping to get Adams that elusive Super Bowl ring. He nearly cracked the top five of our most important players list, coming in at No. 6.
Just before the start of 2025 free agency, the Rams made a big splash by signing Adams to a two-year, $44 million contract. He was still considered a premier player despite his production slipping with the Raiders and Jets, so the Rams brought him aboard and gave Stafford yet another weapon on the outside.
Adams is entering the final year of his contract, so it's possible he'll hit free agency in 2027 if the Rams don't extend him beforehand.
#year #stafford
21 days ago
The Los Angeles Rams have a stellar offense that is being commanded by one of the best quarterbacks in football. Despite their elite scheme and the play of Matthew Stafford, the team still needs playmakers and these three are in position to be that difference.
Here are three Rams who should exceed expectations in 2026, even as high as they might be.
Nacua is already one of the best receivers in football and yet he's still grossly underrated compared to his counterparts. Entering last season, there were some divided opinions about whether he was a top-10 wide receiver. His response was to continuously shine against the top defenses in 2025. Entering 2026, Nacua is considered one of the best but his current career track makes this the season where he goes from being among the NFL's top playmakers to being the best.
With Davante Adams being a year older and the Rams evolving their tight end usage, their only consistent receiving threat is Nacua. Naturally, he will see the majority of targets and with a scheme that can attack a variety of defenses, Nacua is the tip of the spear to the NFL's best passing offense. Even at Pro Bowl status, there's still another level Nacua could reach and 2026 is the perfect opportunity to reach it.
At some point, Trost has to see the field. He's essentially the Rams' main backup lineman. He will likely serve as the swing tackle and could challenge Justin Dedich and Beaux Limmer for the top backup role on the interior.
Here are three Rams who should exceed expectations in 2026, even as high as they might be.
Nacua is already one of the best receivers in football and yet he's still grossly underrated compared to his counterparts. Entering last season, there were some divided opinions about whether he was a top-10 wide receiver. His response was to continuously shine against the top defenses in 2025. Entering 2026, Nacua is considered one of the best but his current career track makes this the season where he goes from being among the NFL's top playmakers to being the best.
With Davante Adams being a year older and the Rams evolving their tight end usage, their only consistent receiving threat is Nacua. Naturally, he will see the majority of targets and with a scheme that can attack a variety of defenses, Nacua is the tip of the spear to the NFL's best passing offense. Even at Pro Bowl status, there's still another level Nacua could reach and 2026 is the perfect opportunity to reach it.
At some point, Trost has to see the field. He's essentially the Rams' main backup lineman. He will likely serve as the swing tackle and could challenge Justin Dedich and Beaux Limmer for the top backup role on the interior.
21 days ago
Part of what makes the Los Angeles Rams offense so dangerous is their receiving corps. Though they're lacking a true WR3, they have two of the best wideouts in the game atop the depth chart.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler polled NFL executives, coaches and scouts from around the league to get their thoughts on the 10 best wide receivers in football, and both Puka Nacua and Davante Adams made the list.
Nacua was predictably ranked higher, making a huge jump from being an honorable mention last year to No. 4 this season. Still, no voter ranked him in the top two, and one had him ranked outside the top 10 altogether, somehow.
One NFL coordinator called him and Ja'Marr Chase, who ranked No. 1, the hardest receivers to tackle, also praising his ability to "play any spot."
Last year, Nacua was on the fringe of the top 10. He wasn't to be denied this year, appearing on all but one ballot.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler polled NFL executives, coaches and scouts from around the league to get their thoughts on the 10 best wide receivers in football, and both Puka Nacua and Davante Adams made the list.
Nacua was predictably ranked higher, making a huge jump from being an honorable mention last year to No. 4 this season. Still, no voter ranked him in the top two, and one had him ranked outside the top 10 altogether, somehow.
One NFL coordinator called him and Ja'Marr Chase, who ranked No. 1, the hardest receivers to tackle, also praising his ability to "play any spot."
Last year, Nacua was on the fringe of the top 10. He wasn't to be denied this year, appearing on all but one ballot.
23 days ago
The NFC West has some of the best wide receivers across any division in the NFL. The Seattle Seahawks have the reigning Offensive Player of the Year in Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Heading into the 2026 NFL season, we've ranked all four wide receiving corps in the division from best to worst.
We're making the difficult decision of ranking the Los Angeles Rams as having the best receiving corps in the NFC West. Puka Nacua finished second in receiving yards (1,715) behind Smith-Njigba. Opposite Nacua, Davante Adams led all wideouts in receiving touchdowns with 14. That's pretty incredible.
Smith-Njigba will be the focal point of Brian Fleury's 2026 offense for the Seahawks. Aging veteran Cooper Kupp is still impactful, and Rashid Shaheed is expected to be heavily involved after signing a new contract with the Seahawks earlier this offseason. A healthy Tory Horton could also play a role.
The San Francisco 49ers revamped their receiving corps by signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk in free agency. They also drafted De'Zhaun Stribling at No. 33 overall. They've revamped the room nicely after the fallout with Brandon Aiyuk.
Marvin Harrison Jr. was limited by injury in 2025 and hasn't yet met the borderline unfair expectations he was tagged with coming out of Ohio State. Michael Wilson became a 1,000-yard receiver this past season. The Cardinals also added savvy veteran Kendrick Bourne via free agency.
We're making the difficult decision of ranking the Los Angeles Rams as having the best receiving corps in the NFC West. Puka Nacua finished second in receiving yards (1,715) behind Smith-Njigba. Opposite Nacua, Davante Adams led all wideouts in receiving touchdowns with 14. That's pretty incredible.
Smith-Njigba will be the focal point of Brian Fleury's 2026 offense for the Seahawks. Aging veteran Cooper Kupp is still impactful, and Rashid Shaheed is expected to be heavily involved after signing a new contract with the Seahawks earlier this offseason. A healthy Tory Horton could also play a role.
The San Francisco 49ers revamped their receiving corps by signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk in free agency. They also drafted De'Zhaun Stribling at No. 33 overall. They've revamped the room nicely after the fallout with Brandon Aiyuk.
Marvin Harrison Jr. was limited by injury in 2025 and hasn't yet met the borderline unfair expectations he was tagged with coming out of Ohio State. Michael Wilson became a 1,000-yard receiver this past season. The Cardinals also added savvy veteran Kendrick Bourne via free agency.
25 days ago
As NFL franchises prepare to report to training camp, front offices across the league are quietly identifying the missing pieces required for a true championship push. For the Los Angeles Rams, that missing piece could come from a highly familiar former division rival.
In a list of bold predictions for the 2026 NFL training camp cycle, Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon posits that the Rams will make a splash by signing veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel.
The logic behind the move is rooted in a stark reality facing the Rams' current offensive structure. Beyond superstars Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, Matthew Stafford's options are limited. Yes, L.A. used tight ends effectively, but no other wide receiver on the roster caught more than 20 passes or logged a single touchdown during the entire 2025 campaign.
Gagnon argues that general manager Les Snead needs to find immediate insurance for Nacua and Adams to prevent the offense from becoming entirely predictable. While massive, other veteran names like Tyreek Hill and Stefon Diggs remain available on the open market, Samuel represents a far cleaner operational fit. Samuel also offers significantly fewer off-field distractions while bringing a physical, multi-dimensional skill set that perfectly aligns with modern offensive philosophies.
I think Samuel is an ideal fit as a versatile addition to Sean McVay's creative offense. The Rams saw a lot of Samuel during his six-year run in the NFC West. I wouldn't be shocked if they were to find a way to bring in the 30-year-old former star on a one-year contract.
In a list of bold predictions for the 2026 NFL training camp cycle, Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon posits that the Rams will make a splash by signing veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel.
The logic behind the move is rooted in a stark reality facing the Rams' current offensive structure. Beyond superstars Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, Matthew Stafford's options are limited. Yes, L.A. used tight ends effectively, but no other wide receiver on the roster caught more than 20 passes or logged a single touchdown during the entire 2025 campaign.
Gagnon argues that general manager Les Snead needs to find immediate insurance for Nacua and Adams to prevent the offense from becoming entirely predictable. While massive, other veteran names like Tyreek Hill and Stefon Diggs remain available on the open market, Samuel represents a far cleaner operational fit. Samuel also offers significantly fewer off-field distractions while bringing a physical, multi-dimensional skill set that perfectly aligns with modern offensive philosophies.
I think Samuel is an ideal fit as a versatile addition to Sean McVay's creative offense. The Rams saw a lot of Samuel during his six-year run in the NFC West. I wouldn't be shocked if they were to find a way to bring in the 30-year-old former star on a one-year contract.
26 days ago
Davante Adams was simply unstoppable in the red zone last season for the Los Angeles Rams, with his league-leading 14 receiving touchdowns being the answer to a multi-year issue regarding the team's red zone offense.
Despite Adams' age and early-season struggles to get on the same page with Matthew Stafford, both men turned it on as the 2025 season progressed. Stafford's ability to place pinpoint passes was paired with Adams' large frame and incredible shiftiness at the line of scrimmage, playing a big part in Stafford winning his first MVP award.
The Rams trusted Adams so much that NBC Sports' Kyle Dvorchak reports that Adams' usage on the goal line was the highest recorded this century. Dvorchak also states that Adams' touchdown potential makes him a prime WR2 target for fantasy football.
Davante Adams signed a two-year deal with the Rams last offseason. Though his efficiency numbers didn't rebound compared to 2024, Adams re-established himself as the league's premier red zone threat. Adams scored 14 times despite missing the final three weeks of the regular season.
He was targeted inside the five-yard line 16 times. That is more than any other player since at least 2000. No player has seen more goal line targets in a season since the turn of the millennium. Even if he's confined to a supporting role, the touchdown potential alone should keep Adams in the WR2 ranks this year.
Despite Adams' age and early-season struggles to get on the same page with Matthew Stafford, both men turned it on as the 2025 season progressed. Stafford's ability to place pinpoint passes was paired with Adams' large frame and incredible shiftiness at the line of scrimmage, playing a big part in Stafford winning his first MVP award.
The Rams trusted Adams so much that NBC Sports' Kyle Dvorchak reports that Adams' usage on the goal line was the highest recorded this century. Dvorchak also states that Adams' touchdown potential makes him a prime WR2 target for fantasy football.
Davante Adams signed a two-year deal with the Rams last offseason. Though his efficiency numbers didn't rebound compared to 2024, Adams re-established himself as the league's premier red zone threat. Adams scored 14 times despite missing the final three weeks of the regular season.
He was targeted inside the five-yard line 16 times. That is more than any other player since at least 2000. No player has seen more goal line targets in a season since the turn of the millennium. Even if he's confined to a supporting role, the touchdown potential alone should keep Adams in the WR2 ranks this year.
1 month ago
The Las Vegas Raiders had four players named to Pro Football Focus’ All-Star team, which recognized the best players at every position in the NFL from 2006-26 on Monday. The Raiders have had many superstar players play for the team over the course of the last two decades, but a select few stood out above their peers.
Khalil Mack and Charles Woodson headlined the four former Raiders players that were named to the All-PFF team as first-team and second-team honorees respectively, also including Davante Adams and Casey Hayward who were both named to the second-team.
”The battle between Khalil Mack and Von Miller was close, but Mack’s longevity helped him take the last spot. Miller’s 2012 season was the best of either player. Yet Miller has registered just one notable campaign in the last six years, while Mack has generated at least a 90.0 overall grade on over 600 snaps in two of his last three seasons.”
Mack played for the Raiders for the first four years of his career from 2014-17 and was named the 2016 AP Defensive Player of the Year and a first-team All-Pro honoree twice in that span. The superstar edge rusher established himself as one of the best defensive players in the league before playing for the Chicago Bears (2018-21) and Los Angeles Chargers (2022-25).
Woodson is one of the most beloved Raiders in franchise history. The Pro Football Hall-of-Famer made three All-Pro teams with the Raiders (two as a cornerback and one as a safety) and seven total in his career, and was the 2009 AP DPOY as a member of the Green Bay Packers. He was the second-team All-PFF selection at the slot cornerback position.
Khalil Mack and Charles Woodson headlined the four former Raiders players that were named to the All-PFF team as first-team and second-team honorees respectively, also including Davante Adams and Casey Hayward who were both named to the second-team.
”The battle between Khalil Mack and Von Miller was close, but Mack’s longevity helped him take the last spot. Miller’s 2012 season was the best of either player. Yet Miller has registered just one notable campaign in the last six years, while Mack has generated at least a 90.0 overall grade on over 600 snaps in two of his last three seasons.”
Mack played for the Raiders for the first four years of his career from 2014-17 and was named the 2016 AP Defensive Player of the Year and a first-team All-Pro honoree twice in that span. The superstar edge rusher established himself as one of the best defensive players in the league before playing for the Chicago Bears (2018-21) and Los Angeles Chargers (2022-25).
Woodson is one of the most beloved Raiders in franchise history. The Pro Football Hall-of-Famer made three All-Pro teams with the Raiders (two as a cornerback and one as a safety) and seven total in his career, and was the 2009 AP DPOY as a member of the Green Bay Packers. He was the second-team All-PFF selection at the slot cornerback position.
2 months ago
Endorsement deals are common for NFL players, but they're rare for coaches on the sidelines. Sean McVay isn't your ordinary coach, though.
Pat Benson of Sports Illustrated reported Thursday that McVay has signed a sneaker deal with Jordan Brand. He's the third coach to sign a deal with the iconic brand, joining Sean Payton and Ron Rivera. Puka Nacua is one of the many NFL players endorsed by Jordan Brand, so McVay now has something in common with his superstar wide receiver. Davante Adams is also a Jordan Brand athlete.
Here's what Jordan Brand said in a statement to Sports Illustrated, recognizing McVay's innovation as a coach and his championship pedigree.
Recognized as one of the most innovative minds in football, McVay leads with clarity, connection, and an unwavering standard that aligns naturally with the Jumpman ethos. He made history as the youngest head coach ever hired in the NFL and later became the youngest to reach and win a Super Bowl. As only the third coach to join Jordan Brand, McVay brings a powerful new dimension to the family, one rooted in vision, culture building, and championship level excellence. Across the league, he is known for inspiring people, elevating those around him, and setting a tone that others rise to. That spirit, raising the bar, staying consistent, and leading with purpose, reflects the very foundation of Jordan Brand.
McVay has always worn Nikes on the sideline, whether it's Air Huaraches or Air Maxes. Now he'll have a deal with Jordan Brand, which could come with some custom blue and yellow J's to go with his royal blue outfit each week.
Pat Benson of Sports Illustrated reported Thursday that McVay has signed a sneaker deal with Jordan Brand. He's the third coach to sign a deal with the iconic brand, joining Sean Payton and Ron Rivera. Puka Nacua is one of the many NFL players endorsed by Jordan Brand, so McVay now has something in common with his superstar wide receiver. Davante Adams is also a Jordan Brand athlete.
Here's what Jordan Brand said in a statement to Sports Illustrated, recognizing McVay's innovation as a coach and his championship pedigree.
Recognized as one of the most innovative minds in football, McVay leads with clarity, connection, and an unwavering standard that aligns naturally with the Jumpman ethos. He made history as the youngest head coach ever hired in the NFL and later became the youngest to reach and win a Super Bowl. As only the third coach to join Jordan Brand, McVay brings a powerful new dimension to the family, one rooted in vision, culture building, and championship level excellence. Across the league, he is known for inspiring people, elevating those around him, and setting a tone that others rise to. That spirit, raising the bar, staying consistent, and leading with purpose, reflects the very foundation of Jordan Brand.
McVay has always worn Nikes on the sideline, whether it's Air Huaraches or Air Maxes. Now he'll have a deal with Jordan Brand, which could come with some custom blue and yellow J's to go with his royal blue outfit each week.
2 months ago
The San Francisco 49ers added serious firepower to their offense during free agency by signing six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Mike Evans to a three-year contract. As the team progresses through offseason workouts, one NFL **** yst thinks head coach Kyle Shanahan will utilize the 6-foot-5 boundary target at a particular area of the field: the red zone.
According to FantasyPros **** yst Andrew Erickson, Evans is stepping into a situation primed for high-volume touchdown production. Erickson thinks Evans can replicate what another star veteran did on a new team this past year—Los Angeles Rams receiver Davante Adams. He noted Adams' NFL-leading 14 touchdowns during his first season with the Rams as a reachable goal for Evans in San Francisco because of Jauan Jennings' departure and Brock Purdy's red zone scoring numbers.
During the 2025 season, 11 of Adams' 14 scores came from 10 yards or fewer away from the end zone. That hyper-localized production mirrors exactly how Evans has built a borderline Hall of Fame resume. Over his 12-year career, Evans has hauled in 108 total receiving touchdowns, with 51 of those scores generated from that same short-yardage area.
This interior scoring prowess pairs perfectly with Purdy’s efficiency. When healthy last season, Purdy finished second in the NFL by averaging 2.2 passing touchdowns per game.
Evans is already turning heads at practice and establishing a rapport with Purdy. He'll just need to keep doing what he's been doing to rebound off an injury-plagued 2025 season during his first year in the Bay.
According to FantasyPros **** yst Andrew Erickson, Evans is stepping into a situation primed for high-volume touchdown production. Erickson thinks Evans can replicate what another star veteran did on a new team this past year—Los Angeles Rams receiver Davante Adams. He noted Adams' NFL-leading 14 touchdowns during his first season with the Rams as a reachable goal for Evans in San Francisco because of Jauan Jennings' departure and Brock Purdy's red zone scoring numbers.
During the 2025 season, 11 of Adams' 14 scores came from 10 yards or fewer away from the end zone. That hyper-localized production mirrors exactly how Evans has built a borderline Hall of Fame resume. Over his 12-year career, Evans has hauled in 108 total receiving touchdowns, with 51 of those scores generated from that same short-yardage area.
This interior scoring prowess pairs perfectly with Purdy’s efficiency. When healthy last season, Purdy finished second in the NFL by averaging 2.2 passing touchdowns per game.
Evans is already turning heads at practice and establishing a rapport with Purdy. He'll just need to keep doing what he's been doing to rebound off an injury-plagued 2025 season during his first year in the Bay.
2 months ago
The Los Angeles Rams' roster doesn't have many flaws heading into the 2026 season, but one area the team could add depth to is at receiver.
Puka Nacua and Davante Adams are clear studs at the position, but who will emerge as the team's third receiver is a bit of a mystery between Xavier Smith, Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield and 2026 sixth-round pick C.J. Daniels. Another of those four could take on a big role in the offense, but the Rams could also add a veteran from free agency to fill the need in the offense.
CBS Sports' Jordan Dajani believes that the receiver could be Stefon Diggs. The former Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans and New England Patriots star remains a free agent after an 85-catch, 1,013-yard and four-touchdown season. He also won't face a suspension from the NFL following an off-field ******* ault allegation.
The Rams had the No. 1 offense in the league last year with MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford and star wideouts Puka Nacua and Davante Adams. Despite that talented room, the Rams showed interest in A.J. Brown earlier this offseason, so they could still be in the market for a new weapon. Diggs isn't the same player as Brown, but he could join a loaded offense and chase a ring with the Rams. Maybe Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to do the same.
L.A.'s real interest in a caliber of player like Brown indicates the team is keeping its eye open at the position ahead of the year. Whether that means Diggs is on the Rams' radar is another element entirely, though.
Puka Nacua and Davante Adams are clear studs at the position, but who will emerge as the team's third receiver is a bit of a mystery between Xavier Smith, Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield and 2026 sixth-round pick C.J. Daniels. Another of those four could take on a big role in the offense, but the Rams could also add a veteran from free agency to fill the need in the offense.
CBS Sports' Jordan Dajani believes that the receiver could be Stefon Diggs. The former Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans and New England Patriots star remains a free agent after an 85-catch, 1,013-yard and four-touchdown season. He also won't face a suspension from the NFL following an off-field ******* ault allegation.
The Rams had the No. 1 offense in the league last year with MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford and star wideouts Puka Nacua and Davante Adams. Despite that talented room, the Rams showed interest in A.J. Brown earlier this offseason, so they could still be in the market for a new weapon. Diggs isn't the same player as Brown, but he could join a loaded offense and chase a ring with the Rams. Maybe Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to do the same.
L.A.'s real interest in a caliber of player like Brown indicates the team is keeping its eye open at the position ahead of the year. Whether that means Diggs is on the Rams' radar is another element entirely, though.
2 months ago
Davante Adams posted the lowest completion percentage of his 12-year NFL career in 2025, at 52.6%. What caused that?
Some of the problem was he and Matthew Stafford not completely gelling, but, most notable to me, it was simply Adams not completing the catch. At 33 years old, was Father Time tapping him on the shoulder? According to a study by Dwain McFarland, it could be the case.
"To appropriately understand the magnitude of age in the WR performance equation, I decided to divide production at each age (20 to 40) by their prime production. Prime production equals the average fantasy points per game for a player's best three-year stretch in their career, and player ages were rounded based on their age on Week 1 for each season.
After compiling that data across every season where a WR had at least 200 routes from 2011 to 2023, we get a clear picture of when WRs are at their peak and when they begin to decline. For the sake of simplicity, buckets were created for age groups based on performance."
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Some of the problem was he and Matthew Stafford not completely gelling, but, most notable to me, it was simply Adams not completing the catch. At 33 years old, was Father Time tapping him on the shoulder? According to a study by Dwain McFarland, it could be the case.
"To appropriately understand the magnitude of age in the WR performance equation, I decided to divide production at each age (20 to 40) by their prime production. Prime production equals the average fantasy points per game for a player's best three-year stretch in their career, and player ages were rounded based on their age on Week 1 for each season.
After compiling that data across every season where a WR had at least 200 routes from 2011 to 2023, we get a clear picture of when WRs are at their peak and when they begin to decline. For the sake of simplicity, buckets were created for age groups based on performance."
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1 yr. ago
Matthew Stafford eyes a second Super Bowl as he praises Davante Adams’ leadership skills
