Ryan Flournoy fantasy football news and podcast insights

PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Zain Dhanani

Encouraged by Ryan Flournoy’s role Handcuff with benefits potential here I’d roster him in a bunch of spots Would not roster Jake Ferguson as option 4 in the offense in shallow leagues

PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026Zain Dhanani

Hopefully you didn’t draft Jake Ferguson Some routes were due to come away with him not noticeably being better than BSF/Schoon the last 2 years + the rise of Ryan Flournoy

Ryan Flournoy (WR, DAL) 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.

PositiveValueSep 13, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Ryan Flournoy is positioned to potentially break out with a huge play in the Cowboys-Giants matchup. With so much defensive attention given to the Cowboys' top receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, Flournoy could find opportunities as an unattended receiver.

PositiveBreakoutSep 13, 2026Blogging The Boys

Signed as insurance depth at wide receiver behind George Pickens (who plays on franchise tag); contract structure provides Cowboys flexibility and potential trade asset upside. His 2027 base salary is $1.5 million with a $500,000 roster bonus and $1.25 million in remaining signing-bonus proration; if traded before the roster bonus, Dallas saves roughly $2 million against the cap. The source notes that if Flournoy takes another step forward in 2026, he could become a legitimate trade asset for the Cowboys.

PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026Blogging The Boys

Wide receiver signed a contract extension this week after grinding through the 2024 rookie class to earn his place in Dallas. Flournoy is now the team's unquestioned third receiver heading into the season, having first become a pivotal special teams contributor before rising the depth chart. The extension signals the Cowboys' confidence in his breakout potential for 2026.

PositiveBreakoutSep 12, 2026Blogging The Boys

Ryan Flournoy has the potential to have a breakout season after earning a contract extension this week, having worked his way up from special teams contributor to the Cowboys' unquestioned third receiver.

PositiveBreakoutSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ryan Flournoy signed a contract extension this week and is now the Cowboys' unquestioned third receiver heading into the season. He was part of the 2024 rookie class and climbed the depth chart after becoming a pivotal special teams contributor before earning his elevated role.

PositiveRoleSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source projects Flournoy will lead the Cowboys in receiving yards with 110 yards in the Giants game. The prediction is grounded in defensive strategy: the Giants will build their defense around limiting CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, leaving Flournoy open as a secondary target. Dak Prescott will turn to the newly extended Flournoy instead of forcing the ball into double-coverage or bracket coverage on the primary receivers. The source states Flournoy will 'feast in the game for 110 yards and lead the Cowboys receiving unit.'

PositiveProjectionSep 11, 2026Blogging The Boys

The source projects Flournoy will lead the Cowboys in receiving yards with 110 yards in the Giants game. With the Giants expected to build their defense around limiting CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens through double-coverage and bracket coverage, Flournoy is positioned to exploit the resulting opportunities as Dak Prescott's secondary target option.

PositiveProjectionSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ryan Flournoy is positioned to benefit from favorable coverage in Week 1 against the Giants, as CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens will draw most cornerback attention. The source projects Flournoy will make key catches including a touchdown reception, allowing him to celebrate a new contract extension in the end zone.

PositiveMatchupSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy is identified as the Cowboys' offensive X-factor for Week 1 against the Giants. While CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens will draw most defensive attention, Flournoy should reap the rewards with favorable coverage. The source predicts he will make key catches this week, one of which will result in a touchdown, allowing him to celebrate his new contract extension in the end zone.

PositiveMatchupSep 11, 2026Blogging The Boys

Cowboys WR Ryan Flournoy agreed to a 1-year extension worth up to $6M after being drafted in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft and waived last August. After he was brought back to the practice squad, Flournoy developed as the season wore on and proved to be a proper option in the passing game. The source notes many are excited to see what he can do in his first full year as the WR3.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Wide receiver Ryan Flournoy agreed to a one-year extension worth up to $6M with the Cowboys just before the start of the 2026 season, signaling the team's confidence in his role within the offense heading into the year.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Wide receiver Ryan Flournoy agreed to a 1-year contract extension with the Cowboys worth up to $6M, securing his role with Dallas ahead of the 2026 season.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Blogging The Boys

Flournoy secured a one-year contract extension worth up to $6 million after being waived out of training camp and earning promotion from the practice squad to become the Cowboys' third wide receiver in his rookie season. He caught 40 passes for 475 yards and four touchdowns across 11 games (156 offensive snaps, 140 special teams snaps), demonstrating enough production to warrant a multi-year commitment and active roster status.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy is solidified as the Cowboys' WR3 and expected to have an even bigger role in the offense this season; he's coming off a career year with 40 catches for 475 yards and 4 TDs, and the source notes many are excited to see what he can do in his first full year in that role.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy is coming off a career year with 40 catches for 475 yards and 4 TDs and is expected to have an even bigger role in the offense this season as the solidified WR3; he signed a 1-year contract extension worth up to $6M, securing his role through the 2026 season.

PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026Blogging The Boys

PositiveDepth ChartSep 11, 2026SleeperNFL

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The Cowboys and WR Ryan Flournoy have agreed to a 1-year contract extension worth up to $6M, per @Schultz_Report

PositiveNewsSep 11, 2026Zain Dhanani

Really +EV deal for the Cowboys Think Ryan Flournoy is in for a strong season

Ranked 46th among wide receivers on the source's WR trade value chart for Week 1.

NegativeValueSep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy could be the best WR3 in the league; the source is bullish on his value in Dallas's offense.

PositiveValueSep 9, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Ranked WR67 in 2026 consensus draft rankings with ADP of 135; positioned as a deep-league wide receiver option.

NegativeProjectionSep 7, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Flournoy, Dallas, received 2 votes in the industry expert poll for 2026 waiver-wire wonder; voters include Scott Pianowski and Pat Thorman.

PositiveSleeperSep 7, 2026Footballguys

Flournoy will be a restricted free agent in 2027. The source notes that based on what he showed in 2025 and what is expected in 2026, the Cowboys should consider extending him now rather than risking him on a tender and paying significant guaranteed salary. With uncertainty surrounding George Pickens' future in Dallas, locking up Flournoy long-term would provide a high-upside receiver option if Pickens leaves at the end of 2026.

PositiveRoleSep 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy will be a restricted free agent in 2027 and is positioned as a high-upside receiver option for the Cowboys. The source argues the Cowboys should lock him up long-term now rather than risk him on a tender and pay significant guaranteed salary later. With uncertainty around George Pickens' future in Dallas, Flournoy represents a high-upside receiver to retain in the room if Pickens departs at the end of 2026.

NegativeRoleSep 4, 2026Blogging The Boys

Ryan Flournoy is poised for an expanded role in the Cowboys' offense after posting a solid but modest 35-reception season as the team's third receiver last year. His increased role will further limit opportunities for other receivers like Jake Ferguson and Camden Brown.

PositiveRoleSep 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy is ranked ECR 67 vs. ADP 84, representing a significant 17-spot ADP discount. He appears on the sleeper list with this notable gap between expert consensus ranking and average draft position.

PositiveValueSep 4, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Ryan Flournoy has risen 12 positional ranks (WR81 to WR69) and 30.0 ADP points (199.5 to 169.5) from April to August, among the summer's ADP risers.

PositiveValueSep 4, 2026Footballguys

2024 sixth-round pick (WR59) projects as clear-cut No. 3 receiver after Jalen Tolbert left for Miami. Flashed last season with 6-114-0 and 9-115-1 booms when Lamb was sidelined. Rare handcuff-viable receiver who would be in WR4 conversation any week George Pickens or CeeDee Lamb are out.

PositiveRoleSep 3, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

PositiveValueSep 2, 2026Zain Dhanani

I believe Stephen Jones when he says they may not be able to keep both George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb beyond 2026 Obviously we know they COULD but I think they’ll shy away (as they’ve basically told us) One will get serious dynasty value and Ryan Flournoy could be another riser

PositiveUsageSep 2, 2026Jacob Gibbs

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Wide receivers who have improved in yards per route run year-over-year 📈📈📈 Alec Pierce 0.85 YPRR in 2023 -> 1.83 YPRR in 2024 => 2.11 YPRR in 2025 Christian Watson 1.56 -> 2.30 -> 2.54 Drake London 1.87 -> 2.33 -> 2.36 Garrett Wilson 1.55 -> 1.70 -> 1.76 Jaxon Smith-Njigba 1.32 -> 1.81 -> 3.68 Puka Nacua 2.69 -> 3.57 -> 3.71 Romeo Doubs 1.33 -> 1.69 -> 1.77 Terry McLaurin 1.56 -> 1.99 -> 2.22 Zay Flowers 1.65 -> 2.27 -> 2.53 not enough routes to qualify, but still get a shoutout: Kayshon B...

Ryan Flournoy was selected as WR8 in Round 15, Pick 15.5, reflecting late-round allocation to the Dallas Cowboys wide receiver.

PositiveValueAug 31, 2026ESPN Fantasy Football

PositiveNewsAug 31, 2026Zain Dhanani

One of the greatest honors to date, to be on @lockedoncowboys - a show I’ve listened to daily for years We cover: -RB Room (Javonte Williams, Malik Davis, RB3) -Pass Catchers (Ryan Flournoy, Lamb, Pickens, Ferguson) -Defensive strategy + expectations

PositiveNewsAug 31, 2026SleeperNFL

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The Cowboys might have one of the deepest WR rooms in NFL history. CeeDee Lamb George Pickens Ryan Flournoy KaVontae Turpin Camden Brown

Ryan Flournoy is listed as a starter for the Cowboys wide receiver room alongside CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, indicating a secure role in the offense.

PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Flournoy is locked in as one of the top four receivers on the Cowboys roster, alongside CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and KaVontae Turpin.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source suggests Ryan Flournoy may have a larger role in the offense this season regardless of injury status to the primary receivers.

PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

Flournoy is ranked 9th among the 10 fantasy football sleeper wide receivers by expert consensus, with 4 experts targeting him and an ECR of 67 compared to an ADP of 83, indicating expert consensus valuation significantly above market. This 16-spot gap between ECR and ADP suggests experts view him as undervalued relative to his draft position.

PositiveSleeperAug 29, 2026FantasyPros Articles