2020 Receiving Stats
REC
23
YDS
394
TD
1
AVG
17.1
TAR
35
2021 Receiving Projections
2020 Fantasy Outlook
James' sophomore campaign was nearly identical to his rookie year, finishing with six receptions for 165 yards and a long score while contributing as a return man on special teams. The 49ers lack depth at the wide receiver position, so there is an opportunity for James to stick on the 53-man roster if he can come back strong from a wrist injury suffered in June. Read Past Outlooks
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Gets more run with offense
James set new career highs in receptions (23) and receiving yards (394) while scoring a touchdown over 11 games with the 49ers this season.
ANALYSIS
James has spent the majority of his first three years as a pro on special teams as a punt and kick returner, but injuries allowed the wideout to nearly double his previous high in offensive snaps with 405 in the 2020 campaign. The speedster maintained a healthy 17.1 yards per reception average even with the bump up in playing time. James saw his playing time diminish when Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel were able to suit up, which confirms his status as a backup heading into 2021. However, the 24-year-old's improved play should earn him an opportunity to compete for the starting slot receiver role in training camp.
James has spent the majority of his first three years as a pro on special teams as a punt and kick returner, but injuries allowed the wideout to nearly double his previous high in offensive snaps with 405 in the 2020 campaign. The speedster maintained a healthy 17.1 yards per reception average even with the bump up in playing time. James saw his playing time diminish when Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel were able to suit up, which confirms his status as a backup heading into 2021. However, the 24-year-old's improved play should earn him an opportunity to compete for the starting slot receiver role in training camp.
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Richie James' 2020 advanced stats compare to other wide receivers?
This section compares his advanced stats with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. The longer the bar, the better it is for the player.
Air Yards Per Game
34.5Air Yards Per Snap
0.94% Team Air Yards
10.2%% Team Targets
6.3%Avg Depth of Target
10.8 YdsCatch Rate
65.7%Drop Rate
8.6%Avg Yds After Catch
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Receiving Alignment Breakdown
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2020 Richie James Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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How do Richie James' measurables compare to other wide receivers?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
5' 9"Weight
185 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.48 secShuttle Time
4.16 secCone Drill
6.87 secVertical Jump
35.5 inBroad Jump
122 inBench Press
6 repsHand Length
9.25 inArm Length
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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2018
James began the 2018 season buried on the depth chart, seeing just one target through the first eight games of the season. As the 49ers quickly fell out of contention, they gave their seventh-round pick a look in the slot in addition to regular kick return duties. The speedy wideout made a couple of big plays before season's end, but was otherwise a non-factor in fantasy (nine catches for 130 yards and a score). With a slew of new wideouts in camp, James will have to really stand out to secure a roster spot.
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No catches in start
James started and logged 51 offensive snaps (91 percent) Saturday, but he was held catchless (one target) in a 20-12 win over Arizona.
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Cleared for Week 16
James (ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Saturday's game against the Cardinals.
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Logs limited showing at practice
James (ankle) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
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Limited to start week
James (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice.
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Makes four catches vs. Cowboys
James (ankle) caught four of seven targets for 56 yards and lost a fumble during Sunday's 41-33 loss to the Cowboys.
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