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NegativeUsageOct 30, 2026
Flowers posted an 11-66-0 line with 1.94 yards per route run against the Browns in Week 6. He already operates from the slot on 48% of his snaps, so there was no change in his deployment against Cleveland compared to his average. This demonstrates how the Browns have been vulnerable to slot receivers and in-breaking routes.PositiveProjectionOct 30, 2026
Zay Flowers proved he's an alpha WR with or without Lamar Jackson and is ranked WR7 for Week 8. He should be started unapologetically. Buffalo's secondary is soft, ranking 30th or worse in multiple defensive metrics (tackle success rate 45.5%, EPA/dropback -0.32, opposing passer rating 285.8, +20-yard completions 26, passing TD 15, WR fantasy points/game 28.6), creating favorable conditions for Ravens pass catchers.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Matthew Berry loves Zay Flowers at WR5 for Week 8 against Buffalo; the Bills-Ravens game should be a track meet, and Flowers is getting fed in the right spots.PositiveProjectionOct 29, 2026
Flowers averages 17 PPG and could benefit from Lamar Jackson's return after a full practice on Wednesday. The Bills provide the No. 1 WR boost (+8.7 PPG), and the Ravens have a strong team total (24.9). The source ranks Flowers as WR5 in Week 8 with an Xfinity Best ceiling of 24.1 points.PositiveBreakoutOct 28, 2026
Receiver Score is trading for Flowers as a potential breakout comparable to JSN. Flowers lines up in the slot on 56% of routes and is in motion at the snap on 25% (fourth among 88 qualified receivers). He accounts for 36.8% of Baltimore's first-read targets in his games and was targeted on 40% of his routes with Lamar Jackson (45 routes). Receiver Score has him in WR1 conversation with another gear if Jackson returns.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Flowers is averaging 14.6 fantasy points per game with a Week 8 projection of 15.4 fantasy points.PositiveMatchupOct 28, 2026
Flowers is upgraded for Week 8 against the Bills, who allow the largest fantasy boost to WRs (+8.7). Despite Lamar Jackson's ankle injury, Flowers has been productive (17.0 fantasy points per game, 40-608-3 receiving, 53 targets, 11.5 yards per target) and ranks No. 10 in WOPR (68%). The Ravens are priced as if Jackson will play, which would benefit Flowers. He flashed against the Bills last year (24.6 fantasy points, 7-143-1 receiving, 9 targets). The Bills are without SS C.J. Gardner-Johnson (suspension).PositiveMatchupOct 27, 2026
Flowers is hopeful to get Lamar Jackson back under center in Week 8 against a Bills team allowing the most fantasy points per game (35.2) and the largest fantasy boost (+8.7) to opposing wideouts.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Flowers has run at least 89% of routes and drawn at least 30% of targets for the fourth consecutive week, finishing as overall WR3 despite working with backup QB Tyler Huntley in Week 7. He ranks WR5 in target share (31%), WR4 in targets per route run (0.31), WR2 in yards per route run (3.73) among 100+ route players, and WR5 in points per game (20.4).PositiveProjectionOct 26, 2026
Zay Flowers posted 8 catches for 137 yards and 1 touchdown in Week 7 despite Lamar Jackson being out, demonstrating strong utilization independent of his quarterback.PositiveRoleOct 25, 2026
Zay Flowers remains a start for Week 7 vs. the Ravens despite Lamar Jackson being out, maintaining his role in the offense.PositiveProjectionOct 25, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Zay Flowers as the 25th-ranked player in his Week 7 rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 24, 2026
Zay Flowers is ranked WR7 in Week 7 fantasy rankings. Cincinnati has been vulnerable to runs around the edge. If Lamar Jackson starts, the Ravens' offense should have more explosiveness with read-option and RPO packages. Flowers' ranking would be lowered if Tyler Huntley starts instead.PositiveMatchupOct 23, 2026
Matthew Berry loves Zay Flowers in Week 7 against Cincinnati; included in his top pass catchers for the week.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
Flowers is described as a monster receiver, but with Rashod Bateman out and Mark Andrews declining, Ja'Kobi Lane is expected to get plenty of red zone looks, suggesting Flowers' role may not expand further.PositiveMatchupOct 22, 2026
Matthew Berry gives Zay Flowers a vote of approval versus Cincinnati in Week 7 (WR14 rank). Berry has usage and matchups lined up for Flowers as part of his broader pass catcher recommendations.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Flowers is ranked No. 13 among wide receivers for Week 7 in Freedman's rankings.NegativeRoleOct 20, 2026
Ravens WR1 led the team in target share in Week 6 with Ja'Kobi Lane commanding 16% (2nd on team). Flowers remains the primary receiving option in Baltimore's passing attack.NegativeProjectionOct 18, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Zay Flowers at No. 38 in Week 6 fantasy football rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 17, 2026
Flowers is ranked WR17 for Week 6 and has no game designation after the toe issue. The source is starting him as usual despite Baltimore's offensive line concerns with Jackson out.PositiveProjectionOct 17, 2026
Lamar Jackson is going to miss at least one more game after not logging a single practice this week and being ruled out vs. the Browns. Flowers still managed a 30% target share and 10.6 fantasy points with Tyler Huntley at QB last week, but he could have more competition for targets vs. Cleveland. Ja'Kobi Lane could be activated from IR after practicing in full all week, and Rashod Bateman has been removed from the injury report and led the team with 62 receiving yards last week. Add in a matchup vs. a good Browns pass defense (sixth in EPA), and Flowers doesn't bring a ton of upside to the table. He has a solid floor, but expectations should be tempered.NegativeUsageOct 15, 2026
Zay Flowers produced 8 catches for 58 yards with Huntley at QB, but his 4.7-yard aDOT with Huntley marked about half of his 9.5-yard aDOT entering Week 5, indicating a significant downgrade in air yards and depth of target if Huntley starts; the source recommends starting him despite the concern.NegativeValueOct 13, 2026
The source lists Zay Flowers as a player to obviously inquire about if anyone is worried, positioning him as a potential trade target ahead of Week 6 amid bye week disruptions.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
Flowers finished as WR7 in Week 4, validating the model's process for identifying high-upside WR/CB matchups.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Ranked No. 4 among wide receivers for Week 5 in Matthew Freedman's rankings, indicating strong projection and favorability for the week.PositiveValueOct 6, 2026
Jake Trowbridge suggests checking in with the Zay Flowers manager as an alternative target when trading away Jeremiyah Love in dynasty leagues.NegativeInjuryOct 4, 2026
Flowers is listed as questionable after practicing in full Thursday but taking a step back Friday; there were rumblings this was just for rest, making the source more confident with him than with Ladd McConkey.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Zay Flowers ranked as a top-30 flex play in Week 4 rankings, positioned at WR30 overall in the flex tier.PositiveInjuryOct 3, 2026
Questionable with hamstring injury after being limited Friday, though Baltimore also listed rest and he was a full participant Thursday; RotoWire has him better than 50/50 to play. If active, still a WR2 in this matchup after producing through the injury last week.NegativeMatchupOct 3, 2026
Zay Flowers is listed among WRs with notable WR/CB matchups to target or fade in Week 4, with the source noting that matchups are critical for decision-making.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Flowers is described as 'unstoppable' with a 'tasty Week 4 matchup,' indicating favorable circumstances for production this week.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Zay Flowers is highlighted in the title as looking unstoppable in Week 4, indicating a favorable matchup setup for the Baltimore receiver.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Flowers faces Tennessee in Week 4 with elite efficiency metrics despite minimal volume: 48.0% targets per route run, 11.7 YAC per reception, 9.36 yards per route run through 25 routes. He has 10 catches for 234 yards in 41 snaps (roughly 1.5 games), with every catch resulting in a first down or score and six going for 20+ yards. OC Declan Doyle has moved Flowers to the slot on 67.6% of snaps (up from 37.1% in 2025), where he runs a 12.3-yard aDOT. With Rashod Bateman occupying outside coverage, Flowers receives weaker coverage. Tennessee's pass rush ranks 31st in pressure rate and secondary allows 20th-most passing yards per game to receivers; Garrett Wilson had 79 yards on 7 targets and DeVonta Smith had 117 yards and a score from the slot against them in Week 2. If active, Flowers is a low-end WR1/high-end WR2 for Week 4.PositiveValueOct 1, 2026
Despite a 29% snap rate and just 14 routes run in Week 3, Flowers was targeted on 43% of those routes and finished with a 30% target share. Through the season, he has scored 41 fantasy points on just 37 offensive snaps, averaging 19.5 yards per target—exceptional efficiency suggesting significant upside relative to his snap count.PositiveValueSep 30, 2026
Despite ranking as WR14 in rest-of-season, Flowers has elite efficiency metrics through three weeks: 20.7 PPR points per game (WR8), 9.36 yards per route run (WR1), and 48.0% targets per route run (WR1). Limited snap count due to injuries (missed Week 2, pitch count in Week 3) has suppressed his route total to just 25 (WR115). The source projects that had Flowers played full snaps in Weeks 2-3, he would rank as a top-five wide receiver in total fantasy points, yards, and targets. Acquiring him at his WR14 ROS price tag or lower represents a significant buying opportunity given his status as the clear offensive focal point for the Ravens and expected return to 100% snap share in Week 4.PositiveBreakoutSep 30, 2026
The source identifies Flowers as a buy-before-resurgence candidate, noting he is the WR1 in Baltimore despite a hamstring injury in Week 2. Flowers is currently ranked WR17 despite running only 25 total routes through three weeks (Week 1: 5-150-1; Week 2: Out; Week 3: 5-84-0). The source suggests Week 3 might be his floor and frames this as the last chance to acquire him before his managers refuse trade offers.PositiveProjectionSep 30, 2026
Flowers has dominated in two games this season (10-234-1 receiving, 12 targets, 1-20-0 rushing) with the Ravens scoring 41 and 34 points. Against the Titans in Week 4, the Ravens are tied for No. 2 in implied team total (27.0 points), and the Titans are No. 27 in defensive pass DVOA (27.6%). The Titans' out-of-division status and grass surface amplify the Ravens' home-field advantage. Despite LT Ronnie Stanley (toe) injury and travel fatigue (4,808 miles this week), the balance of probability suggests the Ravens and Flowers will have a strong performance.NegativeInjurySep 27, 2026
Zay Flowers is legitimately questionable with a hamstring injury and could be on a snap count for the late-game Baltimore/Dallas matchup at Maracanã Stadium in Brazil. The source recommends having a contingency plan if planning to start him, with Rashod Bateman as the preferred fill-in.NegativeInjurySep 24, 2026
Flowers is dealing with a hamstring injury that caused his absence in Week 2. His health status is a key monitoring point heading into Week 3 against Dallas.PositiveMatchupSep 24, 2026
Flowers is a major piece of the Ravens offense; Baltimore ranks inside the top 10 in explosive-play rate, with chunk gains everywhere in Week 1 but disappearing in Week 2 with Flowers' absence. Baltimore (29 PPG, 7th in scoring) faces Dallas (28.5 PPG, 8th) in Brazil in Week 3, a game where Baltimore needs its explosive playmaker involved. If Flowers is healthy, this has the makings of a strong fantasy matchup.PositiveValueSep 23, 2026
Flowers is a buy-low trade target despite missing six quarters with a hamstring injury. In his only half of action, he posted 11 routes, six targets, 150 yards and a touchdown, showcasing WR1 potential. The source believes a 30% target share is likely in Declan Doyle's offense with Ja'Kobi Lane sidelined, and Flowers' upcoming schedule is favorable: vs DAL (Week 3), vs TEN (Week 4), @ ATL (Week 5), @ CLE (Week 6), vs CIN (Week 7). The source emphasizes that injury and missed game time create an opportunity to acquire him at a discount.NegativeInjurySep 23, 2026
Flowers is dealing with a hamstring injury and entered the weekend doubtful; he seems unlikely to return for Week 3 against the Cowboys, which impacts Lamar Jackson's receiving options.PositiveProjectionSep 22, 2026
In his half of action this season, Flowers posted 150 receiving yards on 5 catches (6 targets) with 83 air yards, a 13.8-yard aDOT and 26 PPR points while dominating utilization in the WR room. Lamar Jackson has been honing in on his WR1 each week (Flowers in Week 1, Rashod Bateman 7/88/1 on 9 targets in Week 2), and the Ravens draw one of the best matchups for a wide receiver in Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys. If active, Flowers is expected to continue his dominant utilization and be a strong mid-range WR1.NegativeInjurySep 20, 2026
Zay Flowers is OUT for Week 2, creating a WR void in the Ravens passing game and opening up opportunity for teammates.NegativeInjurySep 18, 2026
Zay Flowers returned to practice Friday after two missed days with a hamstring injury, but Jesse Minter is still managing the issue with his long-term health in mind. Flowers has been ruled out for Week 2.PositiveInjurySep 15, 2026
Flowers is day-to-day with a hamstring injury. His absence in the second half of Week 1 boosted Mark Andrews' target share to 26% TPRR. If Flowers misses time, Andrews will be the focal point of Baltimore's passing attack.PositiveBreakoutSep 14, 2026
Flowers posted 23.5 fantasy points on 5 receptions, 150 yards, and 1 TD before exiting with a hamstring injury in Week 1. The source characterizes him as "this year's JSN" (Jalen Sancho) and notes he "looked electric every time he touched the ball," suggesting significant upside if he can stay healthy.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
Zay Flowers' Week 1 projection is 11.2 PPG, matching his season average of 11.8 PPG, suggesting consistent fantasy output in the Ravens-Colts matchup.NegativeProjectionSep 9, 2026
Ranked No. 17 among wide receivers for Week 1 in Freedman's rankings.PositiveProjectionSep 5, 2026
Zay Flowers ranks as Matthew Berry's WR15 in half-PPR rankings for 2026, positioned at No. 32 overall.NegativeProjectionSep 3, 2026
Matthew Berry lists Zay Flowers among his 10 most drafted players this year.NegativeRoleAug 30, 2026
Zay Flowers is the only Ravens receiver poised to make much fantasy impact this season according to projections. No one besides Flowers is expected to contribute significantly for fantasy managers on the Ravens offense.PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026
Zay Flowers was selected in Round 3 as Lamar Jackson's top target, prioritized over Ladd McConkey (Justin Herbert's projected top target). The selection reflects confidence in Flowers' role and target opportunity in Baltimore's offense.NegativeValueAug 28, 2026
The source suggests Zay Flowers as a viable WR option for redraft leagues if Jeremiyah Love's ankle injury keeps him sidelined, offering a higher floor than waiting on Love's return.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
Matthew Berry loves Zay Flowers heading into 2026. Flowers had a career-high 29% target share in 2025—top 10 among WRs. He is the only WR on the Ravens roster who had a target share above 12% last season. Flowers was third among qualified WRs in yards per route run. He has back-to-back seasons ranking in the top 15 in that category. Over the past three seasons, Flowers is one of just nine WRs with 200-plus PPR fantasy points in each season. Berry has Flowers as a top-15 WR for 2026.NegativeProjectionAug 27, 2026
Flowers posted a career-best season with 86 receptions, 1,211 receiving yards, and a 30% target share (career-high), finishing as WR12 on a PPG basis (14.3 PPG). However, he hasn't cleared 5 touchdowns in his career, and his 18 end-zone targets since 2023 rank 45th among all receivers, resulting in just four top-12 fantasy finishes last year and eight occasions outside the top-24. At 5-foot-9, 182 pounds, he's not ideal for the end zone, especially with Lamar Jackson targeting tight ends over 41% of the time in the red zone since 2023. A potential change in offensive scheme under new OC Declan Doyle (who worked with Ben Johnson in Chicago) could lead to more schemed red-zone usage for Flowers, similar to how Johnson's Lions offense featured Amon-Ra St. Brown on motion-based red-zone targets.PositiveProjectionAug 26, 2026
Zay Flowers moved ahead of Rashee Rice in Zain Dhanani's rankings after camp reports and practice clips raised recovery concerns about Rice. Flowers averaged 2.53 YPRR in 2025—fourth among 132 qualified WRs—exceeding the 2.39 YPRR Rice posted in 2023, allowing Dhanani to move Flowers ahead without sacrificing ceiling in the first three rounds.NegativeRoleAug 25, 2026
Zay Flowers is listed ahead of Ja'Kobi Lane on the Ravens' depth chart as a WR. The source mentions Flowers as a potential injury risk, recommending dynasty players stash Lane as a viable backup option should Flowers miss time.NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver ranked 32nd overall in 2026 fantasy football; has bye week 13.PositiveValueAug 18, 2026
In a 12-team league draft from No. 10, Flowers was part of Chase. Since's aggressive WR attack alongside Ladd McConkey, DJ Moore, and Christian Watson; Chase. Since highlighted these as 'high-upside PPR monsters' worth targeting.PositiveRoleAug 17, 2026
Flowers is projected for 196.8 fantasy points (11.8 PPG); the source knows he can produce when given opportunity and believes there's reason to think his role can expand even further within the Ravens offense.PositiveProjectionAug 15, 2026
Zay Flowers is identified as a standout 2026 target by Receiver Score, which evaluates pass-catcher role quality through route mix, QB fit, play design, red-zone work, alignment, and expected route volume. Flowers projects to 196.8 PPG with 11.8 current PPG utilization.PositiveProjectionAug 12, 2026
Flowers should again be a focal point of Baltimore's offense. Fantasy Life projects him for 1,136 yards and 117 targets, making him WR16. He has a nice weekly floor with a little extra juice in his profile; Flowers can be used creatively and might luck into a rushing touchdown or two.PositiveValueAug 12, 2026
Zay Flowers is one of three favorite player props identified by the source as being in a favorable position for a dominant 2026 campaign; his projection is 196.8 PPG with 11.8 PPG utilization, suggesting the source sees prop value in his season-long output.NegativeProjectionAug 9, 2026
Zay Flowers is listed with a projected PPG of 11.8 and season projection of 196.8 points.NegativeValueAug 9, 2026
The source is keeping Flowers at WR18 but acknowledges he could easily rise. The wide range in ranker opinions (WR14 to WR21) reflects genuine uncertainty about his ceiling given the touchdown limitations and potential changes to Lamar Jackson's rushing volume.NegativeProjectionAug 9, 2026
Flowers is consensus WR15 but highly split among rankers (WR14 to WR21). Last season with an injured Lamar Jackson, he finished as WR7 in total PPR points (WR13 per game). However, his touchdown production is a significant concern: he posted one TD in Week 1 then did not score again until mid-December, and has never exceeded five touchdowns in a season. New offensive coordinator Declan Doyle faces the challenge of increasing Flowers' red zone production. Additionally, if Lamar Jackson runs less in 2026 (Dwain McFarland projects fewer designed runs), Flowers' upside could be further limited despite improved efficiency with Minter and Doyle.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Zay Flowers selected in Team 2 to provide receiver depth; included in the roster construction that deferred early tight end investment in favor of securing elite wide receiver production with CeeDee Lamb.NegativeProjectionAug 5, 2026
Zay Flowers is selected in the source's Team 2 draft from the 1.07, indicating she is a viable mid-round WR option in standard scoring.NegativeBustAug 4, 2026
Dwain McFarland highlights a historical pattern suggesting Flowers has a touchdown problem. From 2012 to 2024, eight wide receivers with 26+ routes per game (at least WR3 on their team) scored five or fewer touchdowns in their first three seasons, and zero of those players became regular 8+ TD scorers. DJ Moore, Jarvis Landry, and Kenny Stills managed only one spike season of 8+ TDs each. The cohort averaged 5 TDs per season in their prime years, suggesting Flowers may struggle to reach elite touchdown production despite high route volume.NegativeProjectionJul 30, 2026
Matthew Berry positions Zay Flowers as having a cleaner path to volume compared to Luther Burden and Jaylen Waddle in a crowded WR tier. However, Berry feels less confident about Flowers' ability to have large touchdown equity, suggesting his path to WR1 weeks is more volume-dependent than efficiency-dependent.NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026
Flowers plays in the Ravens offense under Declan Doyle, who is not a clear upgrade over Todd Monken but has a strong background (33% play-action, 59% motion); the setup is intriguing but not yet a clear win.NegativeRoleJul 30, 2026
Flowers is in a Ravens offense with new OC Declan Doyle (motion 59%, play-action 33%, 2-WR sets 30%); Doyle is not a clear upgrade over Todd Monken, but the background is strong.PositiveValueJul 28, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Flowers WR14 vs. Fantasy Life consensus WR18. Flowers posted a career-best season with 86 receptions and 1,211 receiving yards, setting a personal high in target share at 30%. She finished as WR12 on a points-per-game basis (14.3 PPG). New Ravens head coach Jesse Minter stated, 'I look forward to him getting the ball in as many ways as possible. The more that guy touches the ball, the better we'll be.' Flowers typically locks in nearly 120 targets, 75-80 catches, and over 1,000 yards. While she hasn't cleared five touchdowns in her career and ranks 45th in end-zone targets since 2023 (18 total), the Ravens' new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle—who worked with Ben Johnson in Chicago—could implement red-zone motion concepts similar to those Johnson used with Amon-Ra St. Brown in Detroit, creating more schemed end-zone opportunities for Flowers.PositiveRoleJul 27, 2026
Zay Flowers going into OC Declan Doyle's offense is envisioned in a role similar to that of Amon-Ra St. Brown in Detroit under Ben Johnson, now that he's a 'young, old head.' This positioning made him an attractive Round 4 pick with significant upside.PositiveValueJul 25, 2026
Zay Flowers is positioned as the sturdiest dynasty value in the BTJ/Zay Flowers/Marvin Harrison range. He has performed like a versatile, top-tier receiver in back-to-back seasons and has led the Ravens in targets, receptions, and receiving yards every year in the league. With new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, there's a decent chance the Ravens' passing game improves or becomes more aggressive, adding upside to his dynasty profile.PositiveProjectionJul 23, 2026
Zay Flowers is part of one of the deepest collections of fantasy playmakers in football for the Ravens' Week 17 matchup against Cincinnati (projected total 51.5 points). The last six Bengals-Ravens meetings produced 51, 54, 79, 69, 46, and 24 total points, with this year's primetime New Year's Eve showdown having all the ingredients to become another AFC North shootout.PositiveValueJul 23, 2026
Matthew Berry identifies Zay Flowers as having a cleaner path to volume compared to ceiling-dependent receivers like Luther Burden and Jaylen Waddle in a crowded WR tier. Flowers and Emeka Egbuka have lighter traffic to WR1 weeks, though Berry feels less confident about either's ability to have large touchdown equity.NegativeValueJul 23, 2026
Matthew Berry groups Zay Flowers with DeVonta Smith and Chris Olave as part of a tier that, once depleted, leaves the next tier of WRs relatively flat, indicating Flowers is a premium-priced option.PositiveValueJul 22, 2026
Zay Flowers projects to cost less than $20 in many $200-budget leagues and is highlighted by Tipp Major as a quality value target; acquiring Flowers alongside similar-priced players like Chris Olave and Emeka Egbuka allows managers to build depth without crippling their budget while others chase bigger names.