Davis Mattek on Ricky Pearsall

VideoGive Up. Draft Running Backs.May 16, 2026

From the video

there is no difference between DK Metcalf and Ricky Pearsall or or Xavier Worthy... we are going to get Ricky Pearsall. Oh, actually, no, we're going to take Josh Downs.

Mentioned at 9:00 – 11:15

STACKED’s take

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Similar value to DK Metcalf at lower cost; passed for Downs.

Davis Mattek argues there is no meaningful difference between DK Metcalf (195 PPR, WR32) and Ricky Pearsall, suggesting Pearsall offers similar value at a lower draft cost. Mattek considered Pearsall but ultimately passed to take Josh Downs instead, prioritizing roster construction fit.