First-rounder limited to 41% routes; showed 2.89 YPRR but Watson return clouds outlook.
Matthew GoldenWRGB
Matthew Golden, a first-round pick, has been playing sparingly at 41% route share since a recent injury, with Christian Watson's presence limiting his opportunities. However, Golden posted one of his better games as a pro with three catches, 55 yards, a 79.5 PFF grade, and 2.89 yards per route run despite the low volume. The source is uncertain about his fantasy outlook moving forward as Jayden Reed surges and Christian Watson gets healthier, but views him as a dynasty asset or year-two bet with per-route numbers that aren't the worst, though not comfortable as a weekly starter.
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Matthew Golden here. Uh, has a decent game. He was injured. He's been playing sparingly since then. 41% of the routes kind of thrust in there with the Christian Watson injury... 2.89 yards per route run. It was actually probably one of his better games as a pro despite playing on super low volume here.
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