2025 Receiving Stats
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2025 Fantasy Outlook
A move from Chicago to Atlanta served Mooney well, even though fellow 2024 free-agent signing Kirk Cousins was a bust. Mooney's production surprisingly was neck and neck with Drake London's for most of the season, up until the final few weeks when London caught fire with Michael Penix at QB (and Mooney missed Week 18 with a shoulder injury). The injury cost him his second 1,000-yard season -- something he'd previously done in 2021, with 1,055 yards on 141 targets in a terrible Chicago offense -- following a pair of sub-500-yard years in 2022 and 2023. While not strictly used as a deep threat, Mooney had career highs for YPR (15.5), YPT (9.0) and aDOT (12.5), with his sub-4.4 speed in a 177-pound frame making for a nice contrast alongside the hulking London. It'll be those two spearheading Atlanta's passing game again, aided by TE Kyle Pitts, RB Bijan Robinson and a strong offensive line, which leaves Penix and incumbent offensive coordinator Zac Robinson as the major question marks. The other big question for Mooney personally is health, after a shoulder injury suffered at the start of training camp kept him off the field through the preseason. Falcons coach Raheem Morris sounded unsure if Mooney will be ready for Week 1, potentially leaving the team thin at a position with unexciting options beyond London and Mooney. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Signed a three-year, $39 million contract with the Falcons in March of 2024.
Modest production in season debut
Mooney caught two of four targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
After missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, Mooney didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday Night Football. He played 57 of 66 offensive snaps during his season debut, which led Atlanta's WRs (Drake London finished with 56). Despite being on the field often, Mooney failed to haul in either of his targets in the first half, and both of his receptions came within three plays during the Falcons' first drive of the second half. The run game was the clear emphasis for Atlanta during Sunday's defensive-dominated game, as Falcons QB Michael Penix attempted only 21 passes after throwing 41 times Week 1. Mooney is the clear No. 2 wideout behind London and will look to get more involved against the Panthers in Week 3. However, it'll be difficult for any pass catchers to deliver consistent production if the Falcons are pushing 40 rushing attempts consistently.
After missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, Mooney didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday Night Football. He played 57 of 66 offensive snaps during his season debut, which led Atlanta's WRs (Drake London finished with 56). Despite being on the field often, Mooney failed to haul in either of his targets in the first half, and both of his receptions came within three plays during the Falcons' first drive of the second half. The run game was the clear emphasis for Atlanta during Sunday's defensive-dominated game, as Falcons QB Michael Penix attempted only 21 passes after throwing 41 times Week 1. Mooney is the clear No. 2 wideout behind London and will look to get more involved against the Panthers in Week 3. However, it'll be difficult for any pass catchers to deliver consistent production if the Falcons are pushing 40 rushing attempts consistently.
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How do Darnell Mooney's 2025 advanced stats compare to other wide receivers?
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Air Yards Per Game
41.0Air Yards Per Snap
0.76% Team Air Yards
9.6%% Team Targets
6.3%Avg Depth of Target
10.3 YdsCatch Rate
50.0%Drop Rate
0.0%Avg Yds After Catch
2.0% Targeted On Route
0.0%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Cornerbacks
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Linebackers
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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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180 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.38 secVertical Jump
37.0 inBroad Jump
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9 repsHand Length
9.63 inArm Length
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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.
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Cleared for Week 2 return
Mooney (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
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Stays limited at practice
Mooney (shoulder) was limited in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
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Remains limited in practice
Mooney (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
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Practicing Wednesday
Falcons coach Raheem Morris said that Mooney (shoulder) is slated to practice Wednesday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
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Sitting out season opener
Mooney (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
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Cleared for season debut
Mooney's set to make his season debut against the Vikings on Sunday Night Football, as he doesn't have an injury designation for Week 2, per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com.
ANALYSIS
Mooney sat out Atlanta's Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers due to a shoulder injury, but he has gained clearance to suit up Week 2. He's expected to start on the outside opposite Drake London, who also avoided an injury designation after dealing with a shoulder injury. Mooney had 992 receiving yards and five receiving touchdowns in his first season with the Falcons in 2024, setting a new career high in touchdowns while coming 63 yards shy of his career-best total from 2021.
Mooney sat out Atlanta's Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers due to a shoulder injury, but he has gained clearance to suit up Week 2. He's expected to start on the outside opposite Drake London, who also avoided an injury designation after dealing with a shoulder injury. Mooney had 992 receiving yards and five receiving touchdowns in his first season with the Falcons in 2024, setting a new career high in touchdowns while coming 63 yards shy of his career-best total from 2021.