The Paradox that is Dontayvion Wicks

[Patler]

A succinct summary of the contradictions in the game of Dontayvion Wicks:

According to Pro Football Focus, Wicks finished second among all receivers in separation rate, beating coverage on an astounding 75 percent of his routes. That number suggests elite-level route running. Yet Wicks’ hands betrayed him all too often. He posted an 18 percent drop rate. That was the worst among all qualified receivers in 2024. That’s not just bad—it’s job-jeopardizing.

Best and worst at the two functions of a WR, getting open and catching the ball.

[MadScientist]

A succinct summary of the contradictions in the game of Dontayvion Wicks:



Best and worst at the two functions of a WR, getting open and catching the ball.

The first stat explains why he kept getting opportunities. The second why he didn't get a whole lot more.

[smuggler]

Wicks is probably the most talented receiver on the roster, all-around. Watson is a better deep target and Golden might change that, but still... a shame he wouldn't fucking catch the ball last year.