Zay Flowers Looks Incredible | Reception Perception The Show
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CeeDee Lamb
Matt Harmon notes that CeeDee Lamb has 254 receiving yards against non-cornerbacks, using this as a statistical benchmark to contextualize Zay Flowers' usage against linebackers and safeties.
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Matt Harmon notes that Christian Watson has 216 receiving yards against non-cornerbacks, using this as a statistical benchmark to contextualize Zay Flowers' usage against linebackers and safeties.
Insight pageDavante Adams
Matt Harmon notes that Davante Adams has 220 receiving yards against non-cornerbacks, using this as a statistical benchmark to contextualize Zay Flowers' usage against linebackers and safeties.
Insight pageJaxon Smith-Njigba
Matt Harmon notes that Jaxon Smith-Njigba has 349 receiving yards against non-cornerbacks, using this as a statistical benchmark to contextualize Zay Flowers' usage against linebackers and safeties.
Insight pageKalif Raymond
Matt Harmon notes that Khalif Raymond has 185 receiving yards against non-cornerbacks, ranking seventh in the NFL in this specific metric.
Insight pageLamar Jackson
Matt Harmon highlights Lamar Jackson's continued improvement as a passer outside the numbers while maintaining his status as one of the league's best over-the-middle passers, particularly off play-action. Jackson is currently dealing with a minor injury that warrants monitoring. His passing volume has been impacted by missed time, including a half against the Tennessee Titans, but he remains a key facilitator, recently executing a tight-window 19-yard touchdown pass to Zay Flowers.
Insight pageZay Flowers
Matt Harmon notes a significant shift in Zay Flowers' usage, with his slot snap rate increasing to 45% and backfield usage to 13%, while route participation from the slot has risen to 66%. Flowers is being effectively schemed into layup opportunities, with 335 of his 352 receiving yards coming against non-cornerbacks. His route tree has evolved to feature a 29% slant and 21% dig rate, where he has been excellent, losing only two charted reps. He maintains a 92% success rate versus man coverage and is on pace for 1,500 receiving yards. Harmon plans to move him up in dynasty rankings due to his elite talent, connection with Lamar Jackson, and a favorable upcoming schedule against Atlanta, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Buffalo.
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