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PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Looks poised to see something close to a full-time role with Mack Hollins (calf) joining A.J. Brown (ankle) on the sideline. The artist known as Pop has always been a threat in the open field, and now he could be Drake Maye's No. 2 target behind only Romeo Doubs. Add it all together, and you get a low-end WR4.PositiveProjectionSep 28, 2026
Played 83% of snaps in 11 personnel and no snaps otherwise in Week 3, with a 18% target rate for the season. The source notes there's not much fantasy argument for a slot-only guy unless that target rate is at least 23%.NegativeMatchupSep 28, 2026
Douglas had a potential 33-yard TD overthrown in Week 3, representing a missed scoring opportunity due to inaccurate QB play.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Douglas had a potential 33-yard TD overthrown in Week 3, representing a missed scoring opportunity despite earning separation.NegativeMatchupSep 24, 2026
The source gives Douglas a strong fade against Jacksonville, which ranks first in DVOA vs. WR3s in 2025 and is tied for eighth in receptions per game allowed to WR3s in 2026. This elite secondary coverage limits his upside.NegativeMatchupSep 24, 2026
DeMario Douglas gets a strong fade in Week 3 against Jacksonville, which ranks first in DVOA vs. WR3 in 2025 and t-eighth in receptions per game allowed to WR3s in 2026.PositiveRoleSep 21, 2026
Played 100% of snaps in 11 personnel and 10% of snaps otherwise. Finished with 2 targets, 13 air yards (2-9-0). Opportunity in Patriots passing game with high 11 personnel usage.PositiveValueSep 17, 2026
Recommended as a streaming wide receiver option for deep leagues (under 10% rostered) in Week 2 against Pittsburgh, suggesting he offers value at a shallow rostered level.PositiveValueSep 16, 2026
Douglas is ranked #10 on the Priority Target Rankings waiver wire list.PositiveRoleSep 16, 2026
Douglas has the safest floor of any New England wide receiver this week with A.J. Brown now on IR. He led New England in route percentage and has plenty of experience playing with Drake Maye. Douglas benefits from the increased opportunity and should have a solid target share.PositiveDepth ChartSep 15, 2026
With A.J. Brown sidelined by a high ankle sprain for at least four to six weeks, DeMario Douglas moves up the Patriots' depth chart and gains increased opportunity.PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
Douglas played 71% of snaps after A.J. Brown's injury and received 4 targets (3-10-0). He took 100% of snaps in 11 personnel after Brown's departure and was listed in the stock up category by the source.PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026
Douglas played 71% of snaps after A.J. Brown's injury and drew 4 targets (3-10-0), with 76% route share. He reached 100% snap share in 11 personnel after Brown's departure, indicating significant role expansion.NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
DeMario Douglas is listed as the starter in the Patriots' slot position. The Patriots have some interesting bargain options in the slot between Douglas and Kyle Williams, offering potential DFS value at a lower salary.NegativeValueAug 17, 2026
Moved up a bit in draft rankings following preseason Week 1, but the source notes he still isn't someone to exactly go out of your way for in the Patriots wide receiver competition.NegativeUsageAug 17, 2026
DeMario Douglas rested with the Patriots starters in preseason Week 1.