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Yahoo Sports NFL fantasy football takes on Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Yahoo Sports NFL about Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about Marquez Valdes-Scantling
PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Marquez Valdes-Scantling connected with Sam Howell on a pitch and catch during Cowboys training camp practice #2, showing early offensive chemistry.NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was signed by the Steelers and took playing time from Roman Wilson late in the 2025 season, establishing himself ahead of Wilson on the depth chart.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was brought in as a veteran receiver competing for a roster spot in 2026, but there is no guarantee he makes the team amid competition from younger receivers like Traeshon Holden.PositiveSleeperJul 25, 2026
Valdes-Scantling is flying under the radar in Dallas' crowded receiver room despite being a certified deep threat with a respectable career resume. He has won two championships with Kansas City, averaged 16.8 yards per reception for his career, and has an average depth of target of 15.7 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. While he must make the roster first, he represents a surprise player many have already dismissed.PositiveSleeperJul 25, 2026
Valdes-Scantling is flying under the radar in Dallas's crowded receiver room, overshadowed by CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and the excitement around newcomers Anthony Smith and Denzel Mims. However, he brings a proven track record as a complementary receiver with two Super Bowl championships from his time with the Kansas City Chiefs. He has averaged 16.8 yards per reception for his career with an average depth of target of 15.7 yards beyond the line of scrimmage, establishing him as a certified deep threat. While he must make the roster first, he represents a potential surprise contributor that many have already dismissed.PositiveSleeperJul 25, 2026
Valdes-Scantling is flying under the radar in Dallas' crowded receiver room despite being a certified deep threat with a respectable career resume. He has won two championships with the Kansas City Chiefs, averaged 16.8 yards per reception for his career, and maintains an average depth of target of 15.7 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. While the focus is on CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy, Anthony Smith, and Denzel Mims, Valdes-Scantling could be a surprise player that many have already dismissed if he makes the roster.PositiveSleeperJul 25, 2026
Valdes-Scantling is flying under the radar in Dallas's crowded receiver room, overshadowed by CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Ryan Flournoy, Anthony Smith, and Denzel Mims. However, he brings a certified deep-threat pedigree with two Super Bowl championships from his Kansas City Chiefs tenure. He has averaged 16.8 yards per reception for his career with an average depth of target of 15.7 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. While he must make the roster first, he represents a potential surprise contributor that many have already dismissed.NegativeDepth ChartJul 25, 2026
Marquez Valdes-Scantling sits in the same depth chart tier as Jonathan Mingo and KaVontae Turpin, beyond the top three receivers. Valdes-Scantling has an NFL touchdown and nearly nine years of NFL contributions, which gives him an advantage over Mingo in the roster competition.PositiveSleeperJul 25, 2026
Valdes-Scantling is flying under the radar in a crowded Cowboys receiver room dominated by CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, with Ryan Flournoy, Anthony Smith, and Denzel Mims also drawing attention. However, Valdes-Scantling has had a respectable career as a complementary receiver with two Super Bowl championships from his time with the Kansas City Chiefs. He is a certified deep threat with a career average of 16.8 yards per reception and an average depth of target of 15.7 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. While he must make the roster first, there may be a surprise player there that many have already dismissed.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was fruitlessly targeted by the Steelers on three straight red zone passes late in a loss to the Browns — a game that could have clinched the division with a win. The source uses this as an example of the Steelers' poor depth chart at receiver in 2025, describing the group as resembling 'Aaron Rodgers' retired golfing buddies' rather than a playoff-caliber team's depth.NegativeUsageJul 23, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was targeted fruitlessly by Aaron Rodgers on three straight red zone passes late in a loss to the Cleveland Browns, a game the Steelers could have won to clinch the division. The source uses this as an example of the Steelers' inadequate pass-catching depth in 2025.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was fruitlessly targeted by Aaron Rodgers on three straight red zone passes late in a loss to the Browns in 2025, a game that could have clinched the division with a win. The source uses this as an example of the Steelers' poor pass-catching depth last season.NegativeBustJul 23, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was fruitlessly targeted by Aaron Rodgers on three straight red zone passes late in a loss to the Browns in 2025, a game that could have clinched the division with a win. The source characterizes this as emblematic of the Steelers' weak pass-catcher depth last season.PositiveValueJul 23, 2026
The veteran free-agent addition arrives at camp looking to secure employment by leveraging his rare combination of size, speed, and Super Bowl experience.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
Valdes-Scantling was fruitlessly targeted by the Steelers on three straight red zone passes late in a loss to the Browns — a game that could have clinched the division with a win. The source characterizes this as part of the Steelers' woeful pass-catching depth in 2025.PositiveDepth ChartJul 21, 2026
Marquez Valdes-Scantling was added late in the 2025 season and leapfrogged Roman Wilson on the depth chart, establishing himself as a trusted option in the Steelers' wide receiver rotation.PositiveDepth ChartJul 19, 2026
Marquez Valdes-Scantling is a veteran competing with Tyler Johnson and Jonathan Mingo for remaining WR roster spots on the Cowboys.