Darnell Mooney
26-Year-Old
2023 Receiving Stats
REC
31
YDS
414
TD
1
AVG
13.4
TAR
61
2024 Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Mooney signed with the Falcons in free agency after spending the first four years of his career in Chicago. He'll likely be a full-time outside receiver and deep threat across from Drake London, joining an offense that otherwise lacks WR depth for new QB Kirk Cousins and new coordinator Zac Robinson. Back in 2021, Mooney had 1,055 yards and four touchdowns on 140 targets when forced into a No. 1 receiver role for the Bears. In the two years and 27 games since, Mooney has 907 yards and three TDs on 122 targets, with a severe leg injury and a run-heavy offense in Chicago having limited his involvement. The move to Atlanta gives him his best chance yet for efficient per-target production, though he's unlikely to ever match the massive volume from 2021 again. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Locked in for key role
The Falcons figure to be heavily reliant on Mooney and Drake London at wide receiver this coming season, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons have sent multiple signals that they expect Mooney to bounce back from a quiet 2023 in Chicago, first giving him $26 million guaranteed on a three-year, $39 million contract and now waiting until the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft before taking a wide receiver (Casey Washington). There's no serious competition for the No. 2 WR job, though it is possible Mooney ends up a distant fourth behind London, RB Bijan Robinson and TE Kyle Pitts in terms of prioritization in Atlanta' offense. Still, it's not a bad spot to be in, especially for a thin, fast receiver who projects better as a deep threat than as a high-volume guy.
The Falcons have sent multiple signals that they expect Mooney to bounce back from a quiet 2023 in Chicago, first giving him $26 million guaranteed on a three-year, $39 million contract and now waiting until the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft before taking a wide receiver (Casey Washington). There's no serious competition for the No. 2 WR job, though it is possible Mooney ends up a distant fourth behind London, RB Bijan Robinson and TE Kyle Pitts in terms of prioritization in Atlanta' offense. Still, it's not a bad spot to be in, especially for a thin, fast receiver who projects better as a deep threat than as a high-volume guy.
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Advanced NFL Stats
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Air Yards Per Game
43.9Air Yards Per Snap
0.89% Team Air Yards
18.6%% Team Targets
12.5%Avg Depth of Target
11.0 YdsCatch Rate
50.8%Drop Rate
3.3%Avg Yds After Catch
6.1% Targeted On Route
13.0%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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2023 Darnell Mooney Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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How do Darnell Mooney's measurables compare to other wide receivers?
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Height
5' 11"Weight
177 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.38 secVertical Jump
37.0 inBroad Jump
124 inBench Press
9 repsHand Length
9.63 inArm Length
30.88 in
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At the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports there is chatter that Mooney could see a resurgent 2024 season as a member of the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Mooney is coming off a disappointing 2023 season in which he finished with 31 catches for 414 yards and one touchdown -- all career lows. He couldn't produce as Chicago's No. 2 wideout behind DJ Moore, but a change in scenery could help Mooney recapture his production from 2021, when he caught 81 passes for 1,055 yards and four touchdowns. The Chiefs won Super Bowl LVIII despite shaky wide receiver play all season, so inserting Mooney along with pass catchers Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice could help Kansas City in its quest for a three-peat.
Mooney is coming off a disappointing 2023 season in which he finished with 31 catches for 414 yards and one touchdown -- all career lows. He couldn't produce as Chicago's No. 2 wideout behind DJ Moore, but a change in scenery could help Mooney recapture his production from 2021, when he caught 81 passes for 1,055 yards and four touchdowns. The Chiefs won Super Bowl LVIII despite shaky wide receiver play all season, so inserting Mooney along with pass catchers Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice could help Kansas City in its quest for a three-peat.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Mooney was a fantastic fifth-round pick by Chicago in 2020, going for 631 yards on 98 targets (6.4 YPT) as a rookie and 1,055 on 140 looks (7.5 YPT) the following season. He then took a step back last year, despite having career highs for catch rate (65.6 percent) and YPT (8.1). The first problem was a lack of volume -- 5.1 targets per game -- in a subpar offense that attempted the fewest passes in the league. Then came a severe ankle injury in late November, which held Mooney out for the final five games and required surgery. The 25-year-old should be healthy for training camp, but his window to operate as a No. 1 receiver seemingly closed with Chicago's offseason trade for DJ Moore. That's a good thing for the team, considered Mooney was miscast as a No. 1. He ran a 4.38 40 at the 2020 combine, but at only 5-10, 176. Moore is about 35 pounds heavier, nearly as fast and only half a year older, with a trio of 1,000-yard seasons to his name. Both have a chance to experience quality QB play for the first time in their careers, with Justin Fields entering his third season after major signs of progress in Year 2.
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Joining Kirk Cousins in Atlanta
Mooney and the Falcons have reached agreement on a three-year contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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Not playing in finale
Mooney (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers.
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Still not practicing
Mooney (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.
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Remains in concussion protocol
Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said Wednesday that Mooney remains in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
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Won't play Week 17
Mooney (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
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