2024 Receiving Stats
REC
18
YDS
168
TD
0
AVG
9.3
TAR
24
2025 Projections
2025 Fantasy Outlook
McCaffrey had every chance to make his mark as a third-round rookie last year, but his early playing time never translated to production, and eventually the snaps dried up as well - he took just 37 snaps on offense in three playoff games. His prospects for a larger role in 2025 don't look great after the Commanders traded for Deebo Samuel and spent a fourth-round pick on Jaylin Lane, both of whom are candidates for slot work. McCaffrey may even have to battle for a roster spot this summer, having yet to live up to the family name (his brother is Christian, and his father Ed). Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Signed a four-year, $5.6 million contract with the Commanders in May of 2024.
Catches five passes for 23 yards
McCaffrey caught each of his five targets for 23 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Deebo Samuel and rookie fourth-round pick Jaylin Lane were among the many players rested, while Terry McLaurin (contract) and Noah Brown (undisclosed injury) remain unavailable for other reasons. There may be an opening for someone unexpected to step up early in the season, but McCaffrey's presence on the field Saturday (and unimpressive preseason overall) suggest it's unlikely to be him. The Commanders have a slew of WRs competing for the final few spots, including veterans Chris Moore, Michael Gallup and K.J. Osborn. McCaffrey, a 2024 third-round pick, has been disappointing so far, but he at least seems to be toward the front of the group, though perhaps not quite a roster lock.
Deebo Samuel and rookie fourth-round pick Jaylin Lane were among the many players rested, while Terry McLaurin (contract) and Noah Brown (undisclosed injury) remain unavailable for other reasons. There may be an opening for someone unexpected to step up early in the season, but McCaffrey's presence on the field Saturday (and unimpressive preseason overall) suggest it's unlikely to be him. The Commanders have a slew of WRs competing for the final few spots, including veterans Chris Moore, Michael Gallup and K.J. Osborn. McCaffrey, a 2024 third-round pick, has been disappointing so far, but he at least seems to be toward the front of the group, though perhaps not quite a roster lock.
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Luke McCaffrey's 2024 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
12.9Air Yards Per Snap
0.55% Team Air Yards
5.7%% Team Targets
5.0%Avg Depth of Target
8.8 YdsCatch Rate
75.0%Drop Rate
4.2%Avg Yds After Catch
5.3% Targeted On Route
9.4%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Measurables Review
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How do Luke McCaffrey's 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
6' 2"Weight
198 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.46 secShuttle Time
4.02 secCone Drill
6.70 secVertical Jump
36.0 inBroad Jump
121 inHand Length
9.63 inArm Length
30.13 in
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Recruited to Nebraska as a quarterback, McCaffrey transferred to Rice in 2021, converted to wide receiver in 2022 and then did enough over the next two seasons to become a third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. It was a bit of a surprise to see him go that early, though perhaps it shouldn't have been in light of his first-rate NFL bloodlines (Ed's son and Christian's brother). After catching 129 passes for 1,715 yards and 19 TDs over the past two seasons, McCaffrey heads to the NFL as a 23-year-old rookie on a team with poor WR depth behind Terry McLaurin. McCaffrey's numbers from the combine - including a 4.46 40 at 6-2, 196 pounds - suggest his athleticism is at least adequate for an NFL wideout, so he won't automatically be limited to the slot. That might be his best shot at Year 1 playing time, however, especially after the Commanders traded Jahan Dotson to Philadelphia in August.
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Finishes without a catch
McCaffrey started Monday's preseason game against the Bengals but finished without a target.
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Back at practice
McCaffrey (illness) participated in Sunday's training camp practice, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.
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Under the weather
McCaffrey left Friday's 48-18 preseason loss against the Patriots due to an illness, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.
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Looking better in Year 2
Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Sunday that McCaffrey has made a "jump" from Year 1 to Year 2, Bryan Manning of Commanders Wire reports.
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Barely contributes as rookie
McCaffrey finished the 2024 regular season with 18 catches for 168 yards on 24 targets, then was held without a catch on one target in three playoff appearances.
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Likely to get first-team chances
McCaffrey could be in line for extended first-team run in training camp, as Commanders writer Ben Standig reports that Deebo Samuel injured his left hand while diving for a catch during Saturday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Terry McLaurin has been sitting out due to an ankle injury and contract dispute, so if Samuel's also unavailable, McCaffrey would likely be the next man up for first-team opportunities alongside Noah Brown. Other wide receivers vying for roles in Washington's passing game include Jaylin Lane, Michael Gallup, K.J. Osborn and Chris Moore.
Terry McLaurin has been sitting out due to an ankle injury and contract dispute, so if Samuel's also unavailable, McCaffrey would likely be the next man up for first-team opportunities alongside Noah Brown. Other wide receivers vying for roles in Washington's passing game include Jaylin Lane, Michael Gallup, K.J. Osborn and Chris Moore.