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All FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast insights about Zay Flowers
NegativeProjectionSep 2, 2026
There is skepticism regarding Flowers' touchdown potential, with sportsbooks setting his touchdown prop at 5.5 compared to Mark Andrews at 6.5. The argument is that Lamar Jackson struggles to find Flowers in the red zone due to his size.NegativeUsageSep 2, 2026
JJ Zachariason is skeptical that Zay Flowers will receive sufficient red zone usage in the Ravens' offense, despite acknowledging that Flowers is younger and arguably the better player compared to Mark Andrews.PositiveBreakoutSep 1, 2026
Zay Flowers is a top-tier league winner candidate due to his safe floor, high target volume (116-118 targets over two seasons), and potential for a career year. He is the clear alpha in the Ravens' offense, especially with Mark Andrews' decline and the departure of Isaiah Likely. With a healthy Lamar Jackson and a new offensive coordinator in Declan Doyle, Flowers is poised for elite production despite concerns about his red zone usage.PositiveBreakoutSep 1, 2026
Tara identifies Zay Flowers as a potential league winner, noting that he is a key target for her and provides a valuable stack with Lamar Jackson.PositiveValueAug 31, 2026
Erickson expresses a strong preference for Zay Flowers, though he currently ranks Rashee Rice ahead of him due to Rice's projected red zone usage in the Chiefs' offense.PositiveProjectionAug 29, 2026
The source is highly bullish on Zay Flowers, specifically projecting him to exceed 5.5 receiving touchdowns this season, calling it a "lock" and preferring him over Mark Andrews in touchdown-based bets.PositiveValueAug 29, 2026
Erickson expresses a strong preference for Zay Flowers, noting he is a priority target for their team, while the other hosts remain more skeptical.PositiveValueAug 29, 2026
Mitch suggests that compared to receivers like T-Mac, Luther Byrd, Devonta Smith, and Ladd McConkey, Zay Flowers feels like a 'trying not to lose my league' pick rather than a high-upside target.NegativeProjectionAug 29, 2026
Mello likes Zay Flowers but views him as a solid WR2 rather than a player with top-five upside, noting that while touchdown regression is possible, he is more of a 'comfort food' pick than a league-winner.PositiveBustAug 29, 2026
The host is fading Zay Flowers as a breakout candidate, arguing that he is unconvinced Flowers will see the necessary increase in touchdowns to reach a league-winning ceiling, despite others on the show disagreeing.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
Zay Flowers targeted in mock drafts for a 14-team full PPR league after taking three straight wide receivers early, indicating viability as a secondary wide receiver option when top RBs are avoided.PositiveValueAug 28, 2026
JJ Zachariason highlights Zay Flowers as a third wide receiver he can't help himself from targeting in 10-team leagues, positioning him as a value pick that enables flexibility in draft strategy by allowing earlier tight end investment.PositiveValueAug 25, 2026
Tom Strachan views Flowers (WR14, 35th overall) as a safe floor pick who has increased his production in each of his first three seasons. Strachan expects positive touchdown regression for Flowers due to an improved interior offensive line and a new offensive scheme, noting that Flowers is a superior pick to Rasheed Rice at their current similar ADP.PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026
Zay Flowers is the clear, unquestioned first look in the Ravens offense, having secured 116 and 118 targets over the last two seasons. With Mark Andrews declining and no longer a high-volume option, Flowers is positioned for a high ceiling, especially with a healthy Lamar Jackson and a new offensive coordinator in Declan Doyle.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
Tara selects Zay Flowers in the third round, highlighting his role as the unquestioned first look in the Ravens' passing attack. Flowers has shown consistent target volume (116 and 118 targets over the last two seasons) and is poised for a higher ceiling as Mark Andrews' role continues to decline.PositiveProjectionAug 18, 2026
Zay Flowers is a high-ceiling receiver, though his fantasy value depends on his ability to expand his red-zone role; he is a preferred target over Rashee Rice in some draft scenarios.PositiveProjectionAug 18, 2026
The source is confident in Zay Flowers, noting his 1,200-yard season despite Baltimore's low pass volume. They expect potential improvement in touchdown production under the new coaching regime.PositiveValueAug 16, 2026
Derek Brown prefers Zay Flowers from a value perspective because he typically goes about a round after George Pickens, making him a more likely draft target despite being ranked lower than Pickens.PositiveProjectionAug 15, 2026
The source prefers Zay Flowers over Carnell Tate for redraft leagues, noting that Flowers is in his prime and expected to outproduce Tate this season.PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026
Zay Flowers is expected to take a step forward under the new coaching staff and is projected to outproduce Carnell Tate in the upcoming season. He is a strong target in dynasty trades, especially when paired with additional draft capital.PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026
John Daigle projects a top-12 ceiling for Flowers, citing expected regression in Baltimore's pass volume (second-fewest attempts last year) and a new offensive play-caller, Declan Doyle, who is expected to increase Flowers' red-zone and end-zone usage.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
The source is high on Zay Flowers, selecting him in the fourth round as a key piece of their hero RB build, despite a minor injury note.PositiveProjectionAug 9, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice ranks Flowers as WR13, four spots above consensus, noting he managed 1,211 yards on a 29% target share despite the Ravens having the fewest pass attempts in the NFL over the last three years. With a potential uptick in passing volume and a possible increase in red zone usage under new OC Declan Doyle, Flowers has top-five upside; he is a consistent target at the 3-4 turn.PositiveBreakoutAug 8, 2026
Derek Brown ranks Zay Flowers at WR14 and wants to be above consensus on him, noting that if he hits his ceiling, his upside is as high as almost any receiver in the league, provided he sees better usage.PositiveBreakoutAug 8, 2026
Flowers is entering his fourth season and is identified as a key player who can win leagues in 2026.PositiveProjectionAug 8, 2026
Andrew Erickson selects Zay Flowers in round three, projecting positive touchdown regression. Flowers was the only receiver with 1200+ yards to score fewer than eight touchdowns last year. As the focal point of the Ravens' offense with top-five target share and efficiency, he is a lock for a top-12 finish.NegativeValueAug 7, 2026
The source advises against trading away Rashee Rice for a package involving Zay Flowers, suggesting it is an overpay.PositiveValueAug 7, 2026
The source suggests targeting Zay Flowers in rounds four to five as part of a strategy to build a strong wide receiver corps.PositiveBreakoutAug 6, 2026
The source highlights Zay Flowers' massive contract extension and suggests he is poised for a fantasy leap in the Baltimore Ravens' offense, specifically noting potential for increased red zone usage.PositiveProjectionAug 4, 2026
Andrew Erickson predicts that Zay Flowers will finish as the overall WR1 in fantasy football.PositiveBreakoutJul 28, 2026
Pat Fitzmaurice is 100 percent on board with Zay Flowers as a league-winner candidate, positioning him as a player poised for breakout upside in 2026.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
The source identifies Zay Flowers as one of the two certain pass-catchers in the Ravens offense alongside Mark Andrews, with Rashad Bateman as a potential third option if he finally puts it all together.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
Zay Flowers is noted as the primary receiving option in Baltimore outside of Mark Andrews, with the source indicating that nobody else in the Ravens offense is being projected for very much; this establishes Flowers as the lead receiver in a limited passing opportunity environment.PositiveValueJul 22, 2026
The source prefers Zay Flowers over Teddero McMillan in the same tier, positioning him as a better value pick. Flowers is ranked just below McMillan in Fantasy Pros tier four but offers superior roster construction flexibility compared to the crowded wide receiver group at that tier level.NegativeProjectionJul 21, 2026
Flowers is cited as a historical example of a receiver paired with Lamar Jackson where you get both passing and rushing touchdowns from the same team.NegativeProjectionJul 17, 2026
Analyst does not like Zay Flowers as a WR1 in the mock draft, expressing concern about his placement.PositiveRoleJul 16, 2026
Flowers remains the Ravens' top wide receiver option after Zay Flowers, with Rashad Bateman and newly drafted receivers like Elijah Surratt and Jacoby Lane not expected to be prominent target earners.PositiveUsageJul 7, 2026
Zay Flowers is selected as a wide receiver with high confidence in his volume and snap share, fitting the Zero RB strategy's need for receivers who will be on the field consistently.PositiveBreakoutJul 3, 2026
High ceiling sleeper with ECR 34 and WR13 ranking from Tom Strachan; three straight seasons of production growth with 1200 receiving yards last year despite Lamar Jackson missing time. Touchdown regression upside driven by systemic Ravens red zone issues rather than receiver talent: Ravens ranked 35th in red zone completion rate with 62% pressure rate (9% higher than league average), 12.5% sack rate, and 16% drop rate in red zone (3% higher than league average). Flowers is reliable when targeted in red zone but hasn't received enough opportunities; new offensive scheme expected to improve red zone efficiency. Andrew Erickson notes he scored 14 touchdowns across his first three seasons and is clearly the Ravens' number one choice.PositiveBreakoutJul 2, 2026
Former first-round pick on upward trajectory with 1200+ receiving yards, 86 catches, and 6 TDs in 2025; ranked WR7 overall and WR3 in final five games. Fourth in yards per route run behind Puka Nakua and JSN despite going rounds later in drafts. When Lamar Jackson was healthy, he was a top-10 WR in receiving yards per game. New OC Declan Doyle expected to run faster-paced offense; Ravens ranked 27th in red zone scoring, creating TD upside. Fifth in target share last year with potential to lead NFL this year given minimal competition (Mark Andrews declining, Shotwell Bateman at 28% target share as rookie). Compared to Antonio Brown's trajectory; fits McDaniel-style intermediate passing game. Described as flag-plant player with absolute floor at mid-WR range and potential for elite production.PositiveUsageJun 9, 2026
Zay Flowers ranked sixth in receiving yards and third in deep receiving yards last year, showcasing his efficiency even with a banged-up Lamar Jackson.PositiveProjectionJun 9, 2026
With a high floor and potential for explosive plays, Zay Flowers could return value on his draft position, especially with a stud quarterback like Lamar Jackson.PositiveBreakoutJun 9, 2026
Zay Flowers is a super talented wide receiver who has shown consistent improvement and could see a more involved red zone role with the new offensive coordinator. He had over 1,200 receiving yards last year and is due for positive touchdown regression.PositiveBreakoutJun 3, 2026
Zay Flowers has significant upside if he starts getting red zone usage, making him a player to watch this season.PositiveProjectionNo date
The source expresses fantasy interest in Zay Flowers despite being a Steelers fan, predicting he will have at least two nuclear games against Pittsburgh. The source also references Max Crosby's NFL Top 100 quote that 2026 is when Zay gets his flowers, suggesting strong future upside.PositiveProjectionNo date
Flowers is ranked ahead of both Ladd McConkey (20) and Jalen Waddle (21) in the source's rankings. The source notes that Flowers is positioned higher than both of these Chargers receivers, indicating strong confidence in his 2025 outlook.PositiveProjectionNo date
Flowers posted 1,200+ receiving yards and 86 catches in 2025 as WR7 overall despite ranking just 6th in touchdowns (6 total); with new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle replacing Todd Monken and embracing more high-leverage opportunities, the source projects ceiling upside tied to increased red-zone volume. Every other 1,200-yard receiver last year had 8+ TDs; Flowers' efficiency metrics (28% target share, 35% air yard share, 4th in yards per route run behind only Puka Nakua, Jack Smith, and Jigba Luther Burden) and consistency (WR3 over final 5 games, 4+ catches in 13 of 17 games) establish a high floor. Attached to Lamar Jackson (6.5% career TD pass rate), Flowers averaged 15+ PPR points per game when healthy with Jackson in 2025.PositiveValueNo date
Zay Flowers is highlighted as a player the source likes a lot and wants to get exposure to in the 3-4 turn (rounds 3-4) in a 12-team PPR league at pick 12, as part of the rationale for going double running back early.