Despite playing his most offensive snaps since Week 9, Jefferson failed to record a target for the second time this season and the first time as a Falcon. Over his last four appearances, Jefferson has hauled in just two of seven targets for 27 yards. Atlanta's passing attack struggles to keep Drake London and Kyle Pitts relevant in fantasy, so Jefferson's value remains limited, at best.
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Receiving
| Year | Team | GP | REC | TGTS | YDS | AVG | TDS | LNG | YAC | YDS/G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ATL | 7 | 6 | 16 | 56 | 9 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 8 |
| 2023 | LA | 5 | 8 | 15 | 108 | 14 | 0 | 46 | 5 | 22 |
| 2022 | LA | 11 | 24 | 44 | 369 | 15 | 3 | 39 | 38 | 34 |
| 2021 | LA | 17 | 50 | 89 | 802 | 16 | 6 | 79 | 216 | 47 |
Rushing
Despite playing his most offensive snaps since Week 9, Jefferson failed to record a target for the second time this season and the first time as a Falcon. Over his last four appearances, Jefferson has hauled in just two of seven targets for 27 yards. Atlanta's passing attack struggles to keep Drake London and Kyle Pitts relevant in fantasy, so Jefferson's value remains limited, at best.
Jefferson was one of six Falcons to catch a pass, but only Drake London (seven) and Bijan Robinson (six) saw more than two targets as Desmond Ridder attempted just 21 passes. In six games with Atlanta, Jefferson has caught six of 16 targets for 56 yards. He's carved out a depth role with his new squad, but given the Falcons' passing struggles, Jefferson doesn't need to be rostered in standard leagues.
With Drake London (groin) sidelined and Mack Hollins (ankle) leaving the contest early, Jefferson played the second most offensive snaps (45) among Atlanta's wideouts. However, the newcomer failed to make a positive impression on his new team for a fourth straight week. Jefferson was consistently involved in the passing attack but secured just one reception. He also committed a penalty that wiped out a fourth-down conversion and got called for a personal foul after the Falcons' go-ahead touchdown that gave the Vikings good field position on their final drive. Between drops and penalties in recent weeks, Jefferson isn't trending in the right direction, but he'll likely keep getting opportunities if London and Hollins remain out moving forward.
Drake London (groin) leaving in the third quarter allowed Jefferson to handle his most usage since joining the Falcons. It also appears Jefferson is eating away at Mack Hollins' playing time, as the latter played a season-low 14 offensive snaps. If London is sidelined moving forward, Jefferson could emerge as Atlanta's top wide receiver, but expectations should be tempered, given pass catchers like London and Kyle Pitts have struggled to be consistent fantasy producers in this offense.
Team
Atlanta Falcons
Birthdate
7/26/1996 (27)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'1", 200 lbs
Draft Info
2020: Rd 2; Pk 57 (LA)
Birthplace
Brentwood, TN, USA
Position
WR
College
Florida
Experience
4th season
Career History
Los Angeles Rams
2020 - 2024
(4 seasons)
Atlanta Falcons
2023 - Present
(1 season)
Previous Game
13
Final
8
0
REC
0
YDS
0
TDS
2023 Season Stats
REC
REC YDS
REC TDS
YAC
AVG YDS
14
164
0
8
12
