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Yahoo Sports NFL fantasy football takes on Ryan Flournoy
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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about Ryan Flournoy
PositiveBreakoutJul 29, 2026
Ryan Flournoy looked bigger and more confident during the 2026 offseason and was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the Cowboys special teams unit, indicating he has impressed the coaching staff and could have an expanded role.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy appeared bigger and more confident during the 2026 offseason and was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the special teams unit, indicating he is being considered for a leadership role on special teams.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Matt Harmon raves about Flournoy as Dallas' WR3, noting 'It's one of the only teams where their third receiver is actually dangerous,' and highlighting his ability to step up if injuries hit the receiver group.PositiveValueJul 29, 2026
Flournoy will be a restricted free agent in 2027, giving the Cowboys control via tender or matching offers. The source recommends offering a two-year extension now to secure the wide receiver core and provide leverage in George Pickens negotiations, in case Pickens walks after the 2026 season.PositiveBreakoutJul 29, 2026
Flournoy had a breakout sophomore season with 40 receptions, 475 yards, and four touchdowns after being elevated when CeeDee Lamb went down with an ankle injury. His best performances came against the New York Jets and Detroit Lions, where he demonstrated upside as a reliable No. 2 wide receiver. The source suggests locking him in early with a two-year extension to secure the wide receiver core.PositiveBreakoutJul 29, 2026
Flournoy had a breakout sophomore season with 40 receptions, 475 yards, and four touchdowns after being elevated when CeeDee Lamb went down with an ankle injury. His best games came against the New York Jets and Detroit Lions, showing real upside as a reliable No. 2 wide receiver. The source suggests locking him up early with a two-year extension before he hits restricted free agency in 2027, especially if George Pickens leaves after this season.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Ryan Flournoy looked bigger and more confident during the 2026 offseason and was mentioned by Brian Schottenheimer as a potential 'north star' for the Cowboys special teams unit, indicating he is expected to play a leadership role on special teams.PositiveRoleJul 29, 2026
Flournoy is Dallas' WR3 and, per Harmon, 'one of the only teams where their third receiver is actually dangerous,' with the ability to step up if injuries hit the receiver group.PositiveBreakoutJul 29, 2026
Flournoy had a breakout sophomore season with 40 receptions, 475 yards, and four touchdowns after being elevated when CeeDee Lamb went down with an ankle injury. His best games came against the Jets and Lions, showing 'real upside as a reliable No. 2 wide receiver.' The source argues the Cowboys should extend him before he hits restricted free agency in 2027, especially given uncertainty around George Pickens (tagged for 2026). A two-year extension would lock in the wide receiver core and give Dallas leverage in Pickens negotiations in case he walks after the season.PositiveBreakoutJul 29, 2026
Flournoy had a breakout sophomore season with 40 receptions, 475 yards, and four touchdowns after being elevated when CeeDee Lamb went down with an ankle injury. His best performances came against the New York Jets and Detroit Lions, showing 'real upside as a reliable No. 2 wide receiver.' The source suggests an extension would lock in the wide receiver core before George Pickens potentially leaves in 2027.NegativeDepth ChartJul 27, 2026
Flournoy is listed as part of the top of the Cowboys' wide receiver depth chart in 2026, ahead of the competition for the fifth WR spot.PositiveBreakoutJul 25, 2026
Flournoy is positioned behind CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens in the Cowboys receiver room and showed flashes last season with multiple 100-yard games. A breakout for Flournoy feels almost imminent given the Cowboys' offense with Dak Prescott at the controls, though he is being overshadowed by the excitement around newcomers Anthony Smith and Denzel Mims.PositiveProjectionJul 25, 2026
Flournoy could benefit from defensive overcommitment to stopping Pickens and Lamb; if defenses focus heavily on the Cowboys' superstar receivers, Flournoy and other complementary pass-catchers could see increased opportunity in 2026.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Ranked in Tier 3 (The Twilight Zone) at #22 on the Cowboys roster.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Ranked twenty-second in Tier 3 (The Twilight Zone) on the Cowboys roster.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Ranked in Tier 3 (The Twilight Zone) on the Cowboys roster.NegativeRoleJul 24, 2026
Ranked twenty-second in Tier 3 (The Twilight Zone) on the Cowboys roster; part of the depth chart in the uncertain tier.PositiveRoleJul 23, 2026
The third-year wide receiver enters camp with high hopes and an expanded role as he aims to leverage his athletic upside to secure the WR3 spot in the offense.PositiveDepth ChartJul 19, 2026
Ryan Flournoy is one of three locked-in superstar WR spots for the Cowboys in 2026.PositiveBreakoutJul 19, 2026
Ryan Flournoy could have a breakout season for the Cowboys as the primary beneficiary of coverage going elsewhere, potentially becoming a household name given the fantasy football nature of the NFL.