Christian Kirk
27-Year-Old
2023 Receiving Stats
REC
57
YDS
787
TD
3
AVG
13.8
TAR
85
2024 Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Kirk's second season in Jacksonville wasn't as successful as his first, even though his catch rate rose by 4.1 percentage points (67.1) and his YPT by a full yard (9.3) between 2022 and 2023. His per-game production was nearly identical (4.8 catches for 65.6) apart from dropping from eight touchdowns in 17 games to three TDs in 12. Kirk was actually on pace to top his 2022 numbers for catches and yards until a hernia/groin injury on the first snap of a Week 13 loss to Cincinnati ended his season prematurely. Apart from the decrease in TDs, he wasn't really impacted by Calvin Ridley's presence, with Kirk's target rise going from 22.0 percent in 2022 to 22.5 percent in 2023 and his YPRR rising even more (1.83 to 2.08). While those numbers aren't quite at the level of a true No. 1 receiver, Kirk should remain productive in his age-27 season ahead, possibly even getting a boost from the Jags swapping out Ridley for Gabe Davis and first-round pick Brian Thomas. The rookie and the former Bill still give defenses something to think about -- especially downfield -- but neither is as much of a threat as Ridley to handle a large target share. In any case, Kirk had 10 more catches and 124 more yards than Ridley at the time of his season-ending injury last year. Kirk might have made it back on the field if Jacksonville had gone on a playoff run, and there's been no indication the groin/hernia surgery will impact his preparation this offseason. Read Past Outlooks
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Feeling healthy again
Kirk (groin) said Monday that he feels back to full health and looks forward to leading Jacksonville's revamped wide receiver room in 2024, Shaaz Peerani of WJXX ABC 25 Jacksonville reports.
ANALYSIS
Kirk missed the final five games of the 2023 season due to a groin issue, but he said that he's now healthy and "ready to wake some people back up and remind them of the type of player I am." The 27-year-old is now the most experienced starter in the Jaguars' wideout corps, with Calvin Ridley and Zay Jones having been replaced by Gabe Davis and rookie first-round pick Brian Thomas. Kirk praised Thomas and second-year pro Parker Washington, but the 27-year-old is the favorite to re-emerge as Trevor Lawrence's most trusted target, with tight end Evan Engram also primed to occupy a key role in the passing game.
Kirk missed the final five games of the 2023 season due to a groin issue, but he said that he's now healthy and "ready to wake some people back up and remind them of the type of player I am." The 27-year-old is now the most experienced starter in the Jaguars' wideout corps, with Calvin Ridley and Zay Jones having been replaced by Gabe Davis and rookie first-round pick Brian Thomas. Kirk praised Thomas and second-year pro Parker Washington, but the 27-year-old is the favorite to re-emerge as Trevor Lawrence's most trusted target, with tight end Evan Engram also primed to occupy a key role in the passing game.
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Air Yards Per Game
69.4Air Yards Per Snap
1.51% Team Air Yards
17.6%% Team Targets
14.0%Avg Depth of Target
9.8 YdsCatch Rate
67.1%Drop Rate
5.9%Avg Yds After Catch
4.6% Targeted On Route
22.5%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Measurables Review
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Height
5' 11"Weight
200 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.47 secShuttle Time
4.45 secCone Drill
7.09 secVertical Jump
35.5 inBroad Jump
115 inBench Press
20 repsHand Length
9.88 inArm Length
30.38 in
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Chip on shoulder for 2024
Kirk, who missed the final five games of the regular season due to a core muscle injury, is ready to be the Jaguars' top wide receiver after Calvin Ridley signed with the Titans in free agency, Christian Gonzalez of NFL.com reports.
ANALYSIS
In his first season with Jacksonville in 2022, Kirk proved why he was deserving of the four-year, $72 million contract he signed, finishing the season with 84 catches on 133 targets for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns, all of which were career highs. Kirk noted after OTAs on Monday that getting through his injuries during the offseason was "mentally challenging," but he's entering the upcoming season with "a chip on my shoulder." He'll lead a Jaguars wideout group that added Gabe Davis and Devin Duvernay in free agency and Brian Thomas in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
In his first season with Jacksonville in 2022, Kirk proved why he was deserving of the four-year, $72 million contract he signed, finishing the season with 84 catches on 133 targets for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns, all of which were career highs. Kirk noted after OTAs on Monday that getting through his injuries during the offseason was "mentally challenging," but he's entering the upcoming season with "a chip on my shoulder." He'll lead a Jaguars wideout group that added Gabe Davis and Devin Duvernay in free agency and Brian Thomas in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Kirk made good on a four-year, $72 million contract that was commonly criticized as an overpay last spring. He played all 17 games and set career highs for catches (84), targets (133), receiving yards (1,108) and TDs (eight), helping QB Trevor Lawrence rebound from a disastrous rookie campaign with a highly promising second season. Lawrence could take another step forward this year, but it won't necessarily aid Kirk's numbers if one of the main contributors is new wideout Calvin Ridley, who last played in October 2021 due to mental health struggles and a gambling suspension. Ridley cleared 1,300 yards in his last full season, and between him, Kirk, Zay Jones and TE Evan Engram, the Jags appear to have a well-rounded collection of weapons. Still, it isn't totally out of the question for Kirk to match or approach last year's numbers, even if he'll have a tough time clearing 130 targets again and will need to do it with improved efficiency.
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Finishes with 787 yards in 12 games
Kirk (groin) finished the 2023 regular season with 57 catches on 85 targets for 787 yards and three touchdowns in 12 appearances. He also rushed once for six yards.
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Not playing in Week 18
Kirk (groin) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.
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Uncertain to play Sunday
Kirk (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans but is uncertain to be available for the regular-season finale, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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Officially activated off IR
Kirk (groin) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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Trending toward playing Sunday
Kirk (groin), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup for the Titans, appears likely to be activated off injured reserve, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
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