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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Kyle

Isaiah Likely is still a sell-high for me right now His 27.8 fantasy points in Week 1 were a career high, along with his 24.1 XFP (per @FantasyPtsData) There are a few reasons I think this ends up being an "outlier" performance 1. It was against a piss poor Cowboys defense that refused to make adjustments 2. 4 red-zone targets feel unsustainable given the talent that Likely is competing with 3. Malik Nabers was not at 100% in this game and is going to see increased usage in the coming weeks...

Isaiah Likely is still a sell-high for me right now His 27.8 fantasy points in Week 1 were a career high, along with his 24.1 XFP (per @FantasyPtsData) There are a few reasons I think this ends up being an "outlier" performance 1. It was against a piss poor Cowboys defense that refused to make adjustments 2. 4 red-zone targets feel unsustainable given the talent that Likely is competing with 3. Malik Nabers was not at 100% in this game and is going to see increased usage in the coming weeks...

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney was targeted in critical moments, including a far-hash completion in the two-minute drill where Dart placed the ball with touch over the flat defender and in front of the bailing deep-half player in Cover-2. The source praises Mooney for 'being a professional wide receiver and having soft hands and feet that are spatially aware.' Mooney also ran a whip route underneath that drew defensive attention, which Dart exploited to find Isaiah Likely for a touchdown.

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PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026Big Blue View

Mooney was featured in Dart's two-minute drill execution. On a third-and-9 conversion, Mooney ran to the flat as the No. 2 receiver (innermost) with Fields running a corner off his vertical stem; Dart came off his first read and saw vacated space in the middle of the field. Later in the two-minute drill, Mooney caught a far-hash completion against Cover-3 strong-side buzz; the deep third defender lost leverage inside to Mooney's vertical stem, and Mooney exploded toward the sideline. The source credits Mooney for being a professional wide receiver with soft hands and spatially aware feet.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney played 39 snaps in the season opener but was quiet overall, recording 2 receptions for 27 yards on only 2 targets. The source notes there was 'not a whole lot' from him despite his snap opportunity.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Mooney had a successful game and got the second most snaps in the slot, contributing to the receiving corps that had zero drops.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney had a successful game and received the second most snaps in the slot among the receiving corps, which recorded zero drops.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney is listed as part of the Giants' receiving weapons alongside Nabers, Beckham, Malachi Fields, and Theo Johnson; the source notes limited involvement in Week 1 compared to Likely's dominance.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Mooney ran 57% snaps and 69% routes with 2 targets in Week 1, used more on passing plays than Fields but less than Nabers in the Giants' receiving hierarchy.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Mooney played 57% of snaps and 69% of routes, drawing 2 targets for 27 yards. He was used more on passing plays compared to rookie Malachi Fields, who led the team in snap share but had lower route share.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darnell Mooney was one of three wide receivers to catch the ball for the Giants in Week 1, finishing with two catches for 27 yards. The Giants' receivers were blocking their backside off all game, which was a major plus for the overall offense.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Mooney had limited involvement in Week 1, catching two passes for 27 yards. He was one of only three wide receivers to catch the ball for the Giants in their 28-20 victory over Dallas.

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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney was targeted in the two-minute drill before halftime, catching a 18-yard pass cutting toward the sideline as part of Dart's efficient five-of-six completion sequence over 29 seconds.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney caught a pass from Dart as part of the Giants' scoring drive that led to Likely's touchdown in the second quarter.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

If Malik Nabers cannot play in the Giants' season opener, the Giants will likely depend on WR Darnell Mooney to fill the void in the passing game.

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PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Big Blue View

Wide receiver positioned to see increased usage if Nabers cannot play in Giants season opener. Source indicates Giants will likely depend on Mooney to fill receiving void left by Nabers' potential absence.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darnell Mooney is a veteran wide receiver in the Giants' receiving corps alongside Malik Nabers, third-round pick Malachi Fields, and Odell Beckham Jr. in 2026.

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NegativeRoleSep 13, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Darnell Mooney is a veteran wide receiver on the Giants' 2026 roster, joining Malik Nabers, third-round pick Malachi Fields, and Odell Beckham Jr. in the receiving corps.

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PositiveValueSep 13, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Darnell Mooney (WR, NYG) is targeted as a waiver wire replacement option for fantasy managers who need to cover for Malik Nabers' potential absence in Week 1, with the recommendation to target players from late games (Sunday Night Football and Monday Night Football) to allow for late-day roster swaps ahead of Sunday Night Football kickoff.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney is positioned as a primary receiver for the Giants in Week 1. If Nabers does not play, Mooney would be among the top three active receivers alongside Beckham and rookie Malachi Fields, with potential for increased volume in heavy formations.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Darnell Mooney (McMillan reference) will split slot work with Jalen Coker this season. McMillan is being ranked inside the top 15 in the Week 1 matchup against Chicago, while Coker is going unconsidered despite out-targeting McMillan since Week 13.

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PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

WR arrives for Giants; part of offensive talent alongside emerging stars in offensive backfield.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darnell Mooney, a seventh-year pro, is one of two outside receiver options opposite Malik Nabers after the Giants traded away Darius Slayton. Mooney now faces significant pressure in this expanded role starting with the Week 1 season opener against Dallas.

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NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026Big Blue View

Seventh-year pro Darnell Mooney is one of two outside receiver options replacing Darius Slayton to play opposite Malik Nabers; both Mooney and third-round rookie Malachi Fields now face significant pressure in their new roles for the Giants.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney is part of the Giants' significantly revamped receiving corps under new head coach John Harbaugh, alongside Odell Beckham Jr. and Malachi Fields, in the season-opening Sunday Night Football game against the Cowboys.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Mooney is part of the Giants' new-look offense under head coach John Harbaugh. He is one of the new receivers joining the team alongside Odell Beckham Jr., as the Giants look to significantly change their offensive approach for the 2026 season.

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PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026Big Blue View

Giants receiver in new-look offense designed around precision route running and yards-after-catch opportunities. Mooney is a talented route runner who will benefit from Brian Callahan's 'New West Coast' passing philosophy, which emphasizes setting receivers up for YAC in the intermediate passing game.

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NegativeValueSep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ranked 62nd among wide receivers on the source's WR trade value chart for Week 1.

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NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

If Malik Nabers is out, Mooney will be a risky flex option in Week 1 against the Cowboys, with uncertain volume in the Giants' secondary receiver role.

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PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Outperformed Darius Slayton during Giants training camp, establishing himself ahead of the veteran receiver on the depth chart.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney is listed as a starting WR alongside Malik Nabers on the Giants' depth chart after signing as a free agent this offseason; he is positioned ahead of Odell Beckham on the depth chart.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 9, 2026Jamey Eisenberg

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The Giants unofficial depth chart has Darnell Mooney as the No. 2 receiver alongside Malik Nabers. Malachi Fields and Odell Beckham Jr. are their backups. Cam Skattebo listed as the top running back with Tyrone Tracy Jr. OR Najee Harris OR Devin Singletary next. [Retweeted](

The Giants unofficial depth chart has Darnell Mooney as the No. 2 receiver alongside Malik Nabers. Malachi Fields and Odell Beckham Jr. are their backups. Cam Skattebo listed as the top running back with Tyrone Tracy Jr. OR Najee Harris OR Devin Singletary next. [Retweeted](

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NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026Big Blue View

Mooney will line up or motion into the slot as part of the Giants' varied pass-catching rotation, which will include Isaiah Likely, Malik Nabers, Odell Beckham Jr., and Tyrone Tracy. The Giants will employ far more 21 (two back), 12 (two tight end), and 13 (three tight end) personnel sets than in recent years.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mooney will line up and motion into the slot as one of several pass-catching options following Calvin Austin III's ACL injury. The Giants will employ more multi-tight end and multi-back personnel sets, giving Mooney increased versatility in the offense.

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NegativeRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Mooney is part of the Giants' wide receiver room alongside Malik Nabers, Malachi Fields, and Odell Beckham Jr. in the new Matt Nagy-led offense with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

The release of Darius Slayton positions Darnell Mooney to be a primary receiver for the Giants alongside rookie Malachi Fields, Malik Nabers, and Odell Beckham Jr., opening up additional target opportunities.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026NBC Sports Rotoworld

Mooney was added to the Giants offense in the offseason as part of a significant roster overhaul that also included Isaiah Likely and Malachi Fields, along with offensive line adjustments. The source frames these additions as potentially meaningful upgrades to the Giants' offensive weapons.

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PositiveDepth ChartSep 8, 2026NBC Sports Rotoworld

Giants added Darnell Mooney in free agency; the source notes this addition alongside Isaiah Likely, Malachi Fields, and offensive line changes as factors that may improve the Giants offense, though uncertainty remains about their Week 1 capability given limited on-field time between Dart, Nabers, and Skattebo.

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NegativeProjectionSep 8, 2026Big Blue View

Coming off a down year with the Falcons (32 receptions, 443 yards) after posting 1,000-yard and 900-yard seasons earlier in his six-year career; uncertainty exists whether the Giants will get a version of Mooney deserving consistent playing time or if his production decline signals a lasting trend.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Hogs Haven

Darnell Mooney positioned as primary receiver for Giants following Darius Slayton's release; will share primary receiving duties with rookie Malachi Fields, Malik Nabers, and Odell Beckham Jr.

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PositiveRoleSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Darnell Mooney is positioned as a primary receiver for the Giants following Darius Slayton's release, elevating his role and target opportunity alongside Malik Nabers, rookie Malachi Fields, and Odell Beckham Jr.

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