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All Footballguys insights about Ryan Flournoy
PositiveValueNov 2, 2026
Flournoy caught a touchdown and 38 total yards in his fourth consecutive WR3/Flex-worthy game; Bloom recommends a 15-30% FAAB bid. With George Pickens potentially being traded (Dallas might accept a third-round pick) and showing disengagement after the overtime loss, Flournoy is already a good first wide receiver off the bench. If Pickens is dealt or if he or CeeDee Lamb misses time, Flournoy moves to every-week start status on a team that will have to throw frequently due to its poor defense.PositiveSleeperOct 29, 2026
Jason Wood identifies Flournoy as the top dynasty buy among the four WRs, noting he's probably the cheapest or second-cheapest (behind Jaylen Waddle) and seems likely to break free of his WR3 role next year as a clear-cut starter, either in Dallas if the Cowboys don't re-sign George Pickens or elsewhere.PositiveBreakoutOct 29, 2026
Flournoy continued his ascent with 4 receptions for 70 yards on 4 targets (15% target share) in Week 7, ranking as the WR18 over the last three weeks. His emergence as a consistent target option in the Dallas passing attack signals growing role development.PositiveUsageOct 25, 2026
Ryan Flournoy has a 74% Route Rate this season and ranks third on the Cowboys in Targets (36), Receptions (23), and Receiving Yards (234), making him a viable Flex option for DFS Showdown tournaments.PositiveValueOct 20, 2026
Offers upside as a fill-in option for Dallas in Week 7 against Philadelphia; the positional matchups are excellent with Philadelphia allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers.PositiveValueOct 13, 2026
Flournoy caught three balls for 90 yards with clear deep ball chemistry with Prescott; with Lamb's injury seal broken, he is worth an add in typical leagues despite one target being a drop that turned into an interception.PositiveValueOct 12, 2026
Flournoy converted three targets into 90 yards in Week 5, though the fourth target was a drop resulting in a costly interception. His fantasy value is rising with CeeDee Lamb nursing a quad injury that ended his Week 5 early; Lamb may be ready for Week 6 but Flournoy has proven upside whenever Lamb or George Pickens miss time. Flournoy carries what-the-heck flex value every week given the Cowboys' poor pass defense and potential for shootouts. Recommended FAAB bid is 10-20% of annual budget.NegativeValueSep 25, 2026
Ryan Flournoy is recommended as a waiver wire option for fantasy managers in leagues where Rashod Bateman is already rostered, as a pivot if Zay Flowers remains out due to hamstring injury.PositiveRoleSep 22, 2026
Flournoy quietly led all Cowboys in Week 2 routes and has become a consistent player in a high-powered offense. He showed upside last year in games where CeeDee Lamb was out, but he is starting to show stand-alone value as well. He has ten targets through his first two games and could be serviceable through bye weeks as a streamer with fun upside on an explosive offense.PositiveSleeperSep 7, 2026
Flournoy, Dallas, received 2 votes in the industry expert poll for 2026 waiver-wire wonder; voters include Scott Pianowski and Pat Thorman.PositiveValueSep 4, 2026
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.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Flournoy was a red-zone target for Dak Prescott during joint practices against the Saints, receiving a touchdown strike and demonstrating his role in the passing attack.NegativeValueAug 4, 2026
Ryan Flournoy has dropped 5 spots in Underdog ADP, moving from rank 159 to 164 (WR66), showing declining market confidence in the Cowboys receiver.PositiveRoleNo date
Flournoy presents an increasingly solid third option at wideout for the Cowboys who could make inroads on Ferguson's tight end workload. His emergence as a receiver threat represents a potential headwind to Ferguson's target volume, particularly if he continues to develop as a pass-catching option.PositiveSleeperNo date
Flournoy is an older rookie (turning 27 next October) heading into his third NFL season and is clearly blocked by CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens in the short term. However, offseason reports have been glowing, and Flournoy could challenge Jake Ferguson for third on the team in targets. Pickens does not seem close to a long-term extension and could depart Dallas next offseason; if he does, Flournoy has a real shot to emerge as the WR2 for the Cowboys.