Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Ryan Flournoy logged just two catches on three targets for 53 yards in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts, a stat line that was quiet for most of the game, but one play still managed to be absolutely massive.
From Quiet Night to Game-Defining Grab
Flournoy, who had been on a roll with two touchdowns in the last three games, barely made a peep for the majority of the matchup. Fantasy owners, who were hoping he’d step up more as an option for Dak Prescott with George Pickens sidelined, likely spent most of the game sweating. But that’s the thing about football: it only takes one moment. And Flournoy delivered it. He hooked up with Prescott for a clutch 46-yard play in the closing minutes, a monster gain that directly set up the Cowboys’ game-winning touchdown. That’s the kind of play that changes everything, even when the rest of the night was a bit of a snoozer.
What’s Next for Flournoy’s Role?
So, what does this mean moving forward? The target share for Flournoy should definitely pick up if George Pickens misses more games. This Week 9 performance, while low in volume, showed he can still make an impact when it counts. However, despite the heroics, he’s still probably best considered a WR5 option as the Cowboys head into Week 10. The next test? A tough matchup against the 49ers. All eyes will be on whether Flournoy can build on that single, game-altering play, or if he’ll fade back into the background.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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