- Rashid Shaheed
- #22
- Team NO
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Targets of 20+ AY have accounted for 30.9% of Rashid Shaheed’s targets in 2023, 2nd-highest in NFL (min. 50 tgts)
Updated Wed, Jan 3 at 2:21pm -
Under contract for 2024
The Saints recently tendered Shaheed a one-year, $985,000 contract, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: The decision to bring Shaheed back at less than $1 million for the upcoming season was a no-brainer for the Saints after the Weber State product proved to be a dependable deep-ball complement to No. 1 wideout Chris Olave in 2023. Shaheed appeared in 15 games this past season, accruing 46 catches for 719 yards and five touchdowns on 75 targets while also carrying seven times for 37 yards. The 25-year-old also was a dynamic weapon on special teams, bringing back 25 punts for 339 yards and a…read more
Published: Sun, Mar 10 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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Records TD in season finale
Shaheed brought in three of four targets for 65 yards and a touchdown in the Saints' 48-17 win over the Falcons on Sunday. He also returned two punts for 18 yards.
Analysis: Shaheed set the pace in receiving yards while tying for the team lead in targets and for second in receptions. The second-year speedster enjoyed a breakout season on offense, with Sunday's production leaving his final 2023 line at a solid 46-719-5 over 15 games alongside 37 rushing yards and 723 return yards. With Michael Thomas (IR-knee) very likely on his way out of New Orleans, Shaheed could have a solid chance of securing the No. 2 receiver role in training camp this coming summer.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet outing in divisional win
Shaheed reeled in two of three targets for 14 yards during Sunday's 23-13 win against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Shaheed logged one of his least productive receiving performances of the season, including tying for his second-fewest targets of any game this season. Unlike most contests this season, the 6-foot speedster didn't see any targets on deep passes. Instead, he fulfilled his usual role as a slot receiver who catches passes at or near the line of scrimmage. Meanwhile, quarterback Derek Carr was locked in on Juwan Johnson, targeting the big-bodied tight end on 12 of his 32 passing attempts Sunday.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet outing in divisional win
Shaheed reeled in two of three targets for 14 yards during Sunday's 23-13 win against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Shaheed logged one of his least productive receiving performances of the season, including tying for his second-fewest targets of any game this season. Unlike most contests this season, the 6-foot speedster didn't see any targets on deep passes. Instead, he fulfilled his usual role as a slot receiver who catches passes at or near the line of scrimmage. Meanwhile, quarterback Derek Carr was locked in on Juwan Johnson, targeting the big-bodied tight end on 12 of his 32 passing attempts Sunday.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 31 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores TD in Week 16 loss
Shaheed secured five of nine targets for 70 yards and a touchdown and rushed once for four yards in the Saints' 30-22 loss to the Rams on Thursday night.
Analysis: The speedy second-year pro tied with Alvin Kamara for second in receptions on the night while serving as the runner-up in yardage as well. Shaheed hit pay dirt from 45 yards late in the first half, his first score since Week 8. His yardage total also was his best since that same contest, but it's worth noting the Weber State product recorded only 25 yards on his other four receptions outside of the touchdown. Shaheed next faces the Buccaneers' inconsistent defense in a Week 17 road matchup on…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 21 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in return
Shaheed (thigh) caught three of four targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 24-6 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Shaheed returned from a two-game absence while Chris Olave (ankle) joined Michael Thomas (knee) on the sidelines. Shaheed's 36 receiving yards led all Saints wide receivers, but two of Derek Carr's three touchdown passes went to tight ends, and Keith Kirkwood scored the team's only touchdown by a wideout. After getting through the game without a setback to his injured thigh, Shaheed could see his role grow Thursday against the Rams, especially if Olave and Thomas remain unavailable.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Sunday
Shaheed (thigh) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game versus the Giants, Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Shaheed missed the last two games due to a thigh injury, and while he opened Week 15 prep with back-to-back capped sessions, he ended it with a full practice Friday, paving the way for his first appearance since Week 12. Fellow wide receiver Chris Olave (ankle) is questionable for Sunday after failing to practice all week, so if he's inhibited or sidelined this weekend, Shaheed would be poised for an elevated role in the Saints' passing attack.
Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again, but plans to play
Shaheed (thigh) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After missing the Saints' last two games with a thigh contusion, Shaheed is seemingly taking a step toward a return to the lineup this Sunday against the Giants, as he's opened Week 15 prep with a pair of limited practices. Following Wednesday's session, Shaheed told Terrell that he intends to play Sunday, but he may need to put in a full practice Friday to approach the weekend without an injury designation. When healthy, Shaheed has operated as the Saints' primary deep threat this season, as…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited Wednesday
Shaheed (thigh) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: The on-field activity marks Shaheed's first since hurting his thigh Week 12 in Atlanta and missing both of the Saints' last two games. He'll have two more opportunities to ramp up his workload further before the team potentially gives him a designation for Sunday's contest against the Giants. Fellow wide receiver Chris Olave (ankle) didn't take part in drills Wednesday, so the overall situation at wide receiver in New Orleans will be watched as the week continues to get a sense of who might be…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Wednesday
Shaheed (thigh) returned to practice Wednesday, Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Shaheed is taking part in his first noticeable on-field work since suffering a thigh injury Nov. 26 in Atlanta and missing games in Weeks 13 and 14. He thus appears to be making a push to play Sunday against the Giants, but his odds to do so could receive some clarity once the Saints' first Week 15 practice report is posted later Wednesday.
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out Sunday
Shaheed (thigh) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Panthers.
Analysis: Shaheed hasn't practiced since hurting his thigh Week 12 in Atlanta and now will miss a second straight game as a result of the injury. Meanwhile, the Saints' No. 1 wide receiver, Chris Olave, has been under the weather since Thursday but will be available to the offense Sunday, with A.T. Perry, Lynn Bowden, Keith Kirkwood and Marquez Callaway also on hand to pick up the slack at the position.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Week 14
Shaheed (thigh) is unlikely to play Sunday against the Panthers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Shaheed is officially listed as questionable, but he didn't practice in any capacity this week while he continues to tend to the thigh injury that knocked him out early in a Week 12 loss to Atlanta and caused him to miss last Sunday's loss to Detroit. Though he'll sit out a second straight contest Sunday, Shaheed will have a chance to return Week 15 versus the Giants, per Schefter. Meanwhile, top wideout Chris Olave (illness) is expected to suit up against Carolina, leaving A.T. Perry, Lynn…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 9:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable despite not practicing
Shaheed (thigh) didn't practice at all this week but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: Shaheed didn't practice or play last week and was ruled out on the Saints' final injury report. The questionable designation for Week 14 can be taken as a sign of progress, though Shaheed still seems more likely than not to be declared inactive ahead of the 1 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday. Another Shaheed absence this weekend would be especially problematic if Chris Olave (illness) -- also listed as questionable -- isn't able to play through a bout with the flu or is only a shadow of his usual…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Spectator for Thursday's practice
Shaheed (thigh) wasn't on the field for Thursday's practice, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Shaheed hasn't practiced in any fashion since exiting the Saints' Week 12 loss to the Falcons with a thigh injury, putting him at risk of missing a second straight game Sunday against the Panthers if he's unable to get back on the field in some capacity Friday during the team's final Week 14 session. Elsewhere in the Saints' receiver room, top option Chris Olave was missing from practice Thursday, though his absence was due to an illness rather than an injury. Olave thus appears likely to be…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 7 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Wednesday
Shaheed (thigh) didn't practice Wednesday, Brooke Kirchhofer of New Orleans Football reports.
Analysis: Shaheed missed this past Sunday's loss to the Lions after injuring his thigh in the Saints' Week 12 loss to the Falcons. He hasn't practiced since sustaining the injury, but the speedy receiver and kick returner still has two more chances to return to the field before the Saints host the Panthers on Sunday. With Michael Thomas (knee) on injured reserve, Shaheed could be in store for a larger role on offense if he's able to recover from his thigh injury.
Published: Wed, Dec 6 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Shaheed (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: During this past Sunday's loss in Atlanta, Shaheed left the game and wasn't able to return due to what was termed a thigh injury. It was reclassified as a quadriceps issue Monday, and he proceeded to miss all three practices during Week 13 prep and won't play this weekend. With one question mark out of the way, the Saints are waiting on Chris Olave (concussion) to gain clearance from an independent neurologist. Whether or not Olave is active Sunday remains to be seen, but A.T. Perry, Lynn…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Thursday
Shaheed (thigh) didn't participate at Thursday's practice, Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Shaheed has opened Week 13 prep with back-to-back DNPs due to the quadriceps injury that he suffered this past Sunday in Atlanta. He'll thus have only one more chance for on-field work this week before the Saints potentially make a ruling on his availability for Sunday's game against the Lions. With Chris Olave also embedded in the concussion protocol and Michael Thomas (knee) on injured reserve, New Orleans' healthy wide receivers on the active roster are A.T. Perry, Lynn Bowden and Keith…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice Wednesday
Shaheed (thigh) was listed as a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: Shaheed was injured during the second quarter of Sunday's loss to the Falcons and never ended up returning, with Chris Olave (concussion) getting ruled out not long after. Olave at least managed a limited practice Wednesday, and while an earlier report indicated that Shaheed is day-to-day, there's still a decent chance the Saints enter Sunday's game against the Lions without Shaheed, Olave and Michael Thomas (knee). A.T. Perry, Lynn Bowden and Keith Kirkwood were the team's top three receivers…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice Wednesday
Shaheed (quadriceps) wasn't spotted at the media-access portion of Wednesday's practice, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, fellow wide receiver Chris Olave (concussion) participated in individual drills. With Olave and Shaheed banged up and Michael Thomas (knee) on injured reserve, A.T. Perry, Lynn Bowden and Keith Kirkwood are the healthy wide receivers on the Saints' active roster.
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Considered day-to-day
Shaheed is viewed as day-to-day with a quad injury he suffered in Sunday's Week 12 loss to the Falcons, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football indicated that Shaheed will likely be unavailable this week, but it sounds like the speedy wideout and return man avoided a serious injury. The Saints host the Lions on Sunday. Shaheed, Chris Olave (concussion) and Michael Thomas (knee, IR) are all dinged up. As a result, New Orleans could be diving deep into its wideout depth chart.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to return Sunday
Shaheed (thigh) is considered doubtful to return to Sunday's game at Atlanta, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: With Michael Thomas (knee) on injured reserve, Chris Olave and Shaheed are the Saints' top two wide receivers, but both have made early departures from Week 12 action. The door at least has been left ajar for Shaheed to return, while Olave suffered a concussion and will be subject to the protocol for head injuries moving forward. If Shaheed remains on the sideline, he'll end Sunday with two catches (on five targets) and one punt return for six yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Iffy to return Sunday
Shaheed is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Falcons due to a thigh injury.
Analysis: Shaheed was targeted five times in the first two quarters and recorded two catches for nine yards, but he appeared to sustain the thigh injury early in the contest and had it flare up once he checked back into the game. According to Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com, Shaheed threw his helmet on the ground in frustration shortly before he headed to the locker room late in the second quarter, so he could be at risk of being downgraded to out for the second half. If Shaheed is done for the day, it…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to short gains
Shaheed recorded five receptions on nine targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Shaheed typically sees only a few opportunities per game as a deep threat, though that wasn't the case against the Vikings. Instead, he was bumped up the depth chart after Michael Thomas (knee) suffered an injury early in the game and was limited to short areas of the field. It's unclear how serious Thomas' knee injury is, but Shaheed and A.T. Perry look to be the next in line for more targets should Thomas miss time.
Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 7:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches three short passes Sunday
Shaheed reeled in all three targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 24-17 victory against the Bears.
Analysis: Shaheed was targeted on three short passes by Derek Carr on Sunday. As a result, the 24-year-old wideout's longest play from scrimmage was a 12-yard reception early in the fourth quarter. The speedster's fantasy production is heavily tied to his explosiveness after the catch and as a downfield receiving threat. But New Orleans' passing offense has once again been limited this season despite the addition of Carr, as the 32-year-old is averaging just 6.7 yards per attempt through nine games.…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 8:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies another long score Week 8
Shaheed caught all three of his targets for 153 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 38-27 win against the Colts.
Analysis: Shaheed connected with quarterback Derek Carr on two long balls, including a season-long 58-yard touchdown pass that he caught in stride before gliding into the end zone in the second quarter. The 25-year-old speedster also recorded a 51-yard catch deep down the left side of the field in the fourth quarter. Shaheed has now accounted for the Saints' three longest plays from scrimmage this season, and he has logged a 25-yard-plus reception in five of eight games. With 23 receptions on 38 targets…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 31 yards in loss
Shaheed hauled in four of eight targets for 28 yards and logged one rushing attempt for four yards during Thursday's 31-24 defeat to the Jaguars.
Analysis: Shaheed logged a season high in targets, finishing third on the team behind top wideout Chris Olave (15) and running back Alvin Kamara (14). The 6-foot Shaheed has primarily been used on short crossing routes and deep passes that are meant to give him an opportunity for yards after the catch, and he's averaged 16.3 yards per reception. However, he didn't manage to connect on any deep passes from Saints quarterback Derek Carr, who set a new campaign best in passing attempts (55) for the second…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags touchdown pass in loss
Shaheed accrued two receptions (on six targets) for 85 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 20-13 loss versus the Texans.
Analysis: Shaheed showed up for his first significant impact since the season opener against Tennessee. The 6-foot speedster has continually served as New Orleans' top deep threat so far this season, and both of his receptions came on deep passes Sunday. This included the team's lone receiving touchdown with a 34-yard pass down the middle of the field, as well as the team's longest play from scrimmage, a 51-yard pass from Derek Carr on a first-down shot midway through the fourth quarter. Shaheed also got…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Minimal role in blowout
Shaheed gathered in both of his targets for 28 yards during Sunday's 34-0 victory versus New England.
Analysis: Shaheed matched his season low for targets during this wire-to-wire blowout for New Orleans. The second-year wideout still finished with the third-most receiving yards for the Saints behind wideout Michael Thomas (65) and running back Kendre Miller (53). Shaheed's biggest impact ultimately came as a returner on special teams, logging 22 yards on three punts to go along with three fair catches. The 6-foot speedster's playing time once again has slotted behind top wideouts Chris Olave and Thomas…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest outing in loss
Shaheed gathered in three of seven targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 26-9 defeat against the Buccaneers. He also returned two kickoffs for 39 yards and ran back two punts for 45 yards.
Analysis: Shaheed didn't manage to connect on any of the three deep passes that he saw from starting quarterback Derek Carr, who was playing at less than 100 percent after suffering an AC joint sprain against Green Bay in Week 3. The 25-year-old speedster did collect three short passes while also pacing New Orleans' wideout corps in targets, but, he still finished with fewer targets than running back Alvin Kamara (14), who made his season debut after serving a suspension from Week 1 to Week 3. Shaheed…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Notches 76-yard punt return TD
Shaheed failed to catch either of his two targets for zero yards during Sunday's 18-17 defeat versus the Packers. He also logged a 76-yard punt return for a touchdown along with one rushing attempt for no gain.
Analysis: Shaheed made his first significant special-teams impact of the 2023 campaign, darting through a crowd of tacklers before breaking away for a 76-yard punt-return touchdown in the second quarter. The 6-foot speedster fair caught the three other punts he fielded while tallying a season-low 32 yards on kickoff returns. This still made up for his inability to haul in either of his targets from quarterbacks Derek Carr and Jameis Winston, as the latter stepped in under center after the former went out…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in Week 2
Shaheed caught all four of his targets for 63 yards in Monday's 20-17 win over Carolina.
Analysis: Most of Shaheed's production came on a 45-yard catch in the fourth quarter. He finished a distant third on the team in targets behind Chris Olave (11) and Michael Thomas (nine). Shaheed also had two kickoff returns for 47 yards and a 16-yard punt return. The second-year pro should continue to work as the Saints' No. 3 wide receiver and return man Week 3 against the Packers.
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone Week 1
Shaheed gathered in five of six targets for 89 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 16-15 win against Tennessee. He also rushed twice for 11 yards.
Analysis: Shaheed found a role as one of the Saints' most dynamic all-around offensive players last season, and he continued to fill this role Sunday. The 6-foot speedster accounted for two of New Orleans' three longest plays from scrimmage as well as its lone touchdown, hauling in a 19-yard pass from quarterback Derek Carr during the third quarter. Shaheed logged the Saints' third-most targets behind fellow wideouts Chris Olave (10) and Michael Thomas (eight); however, the team seems intent on getting…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidesteps injury report
Shaheed (groin) wasn't listed on the Saints' first Week 1 injury report Wednesday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Shaheed suffered a groin injury Aug. 5 that kept him off the practice field until Aug. 24. All along, the Saints had few concerns about the second-year receiver being ready to go by the team's season opener, and as expected, he'll be ready to play Sunday versus the Titans. Shaheed is expected to serve as New Orleans' No. 3 wideout behind Chris Olave and Michael Thomas.
Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Appears in practice
Shaheed (groin) returned for a portion of practice Thursday, making his first appearance since Aug. 5, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shaheed still figures to miss a third straight preseason game when the Saints host the Texans on Sunday, but he still has more than two weeks to prepare for a Sept. 10 season opener against Tennessee. He'll likely be the Saints' No. 3 receiver when healthy, following a rookie season in which he progressed from being an undrafted free agent to a return specialist to a trick-play weapon to a productive starter. Shaheed never drew more than six targets in a game, but he did close out the year with…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 24 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to be ready for Week 1
The Saints have "no concerns" about Shaheed's availability for Week 1, despite the fact that a groin injury is expected to keep him out for most of the team's preseason slate, Nick Underhill and Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football report.
Analysis: While Shaheed look as though he'll need a few weeks to make a full recovery from the groin issue, he's expected to be available for New Orleans' Sept. 10 season opener against the Titans. In 12 games last season, the 24-year-old recorded a 28-488-2 receiving line on 34 targets. Once healthy, Shaheed should have a chance to remain a key cog in a Saints receiving corps that features Chris Olave and Michael Thomas as the top two options.
Published: Mon, Aug 7 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined by groin injury
Shaheed (groin) didn't practice Monday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Per Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football, Shaheed is expected to miss a few weeks, but at this stage there are no concerns regarding the wideout's Week 1 status. That said, it seems safe to assume that Shaheed will miss the Saints' first couple of preseason games, at a minimum.
Published: Mon, Aug 7 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Unable to finish Saturday's practice
Shaheed did not finish Saturday's practice after suffering a groin injury, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Tre'Quan Smith also left Saturday's practice early with a groin issue, but Shaheed's is far more noteworthy given the second-year wideout missed nearly a month with a similar groin injury during OTAs. Head coach Dennis Allen didn't seem concerned and suggested the injury was likely minor. Provided Shaheed is available Week 1, the Saints could have one of the deepest receiver rooms in recent memory with star wideouts Chris Olave and Michael Thomas joined by Smith, Shaheed and intriguing rookie…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 5 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing at start of camp
Shaheed (groin) practiced Wednesday, the Saints' official site reports.
Analysis: Chris Olave and Michael Thomas also took part in practice, giving the Saints a healthy receiver room for the start of training camp after all three players were limited participant or absent from spring practices. Shaheed is the favorite for the No. 3 role, coming off an impressive rookie season in which he went from being undrafted to earning a gadget/return role to nabbing a spot with the first-team offense. Olave and Thomas are the favorites to lead the team in targets this season, but…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 26 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to groin issue
Shaheed missed Tuesday's practice due to a groin injury, Terrin Waack of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
Analysis: After sitting out the final set of OTAs last week, Shaheed again was a DNP to kick off the first of three days of mandatory minicamp. Coach Dennis Allen clarified the nature of Shaheed's injury Tuesday but didn't give any additional information. An undrafted rookie last year, the wideout is coming off an impressive second half of the 2022 season in which he put together a 28-488-2 line on 34 targets over 12 games and also notched four carries for 57 yards and one more score.
Published: Tue, Jun 13 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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Shallow outing in finale
Shaheed had three receptions (on four targets) for 34 yards and a seven-yard rush during Sunday's 10-7 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Shaheed didn't provide his usual spark as a big-play receiver Week 18. The 180-pound speedster also couldn't provide any explosive plays on special teams, as he fair caught all five of the punts sent his way. Over 12 games this season, the undrafted rookie posted 28 catches on 34 targets for 488 yards and two touchdowns as well as four carries for 57 yards and another touchdown. However, the majority of this production came over the final six games of the season, including three catches of 40…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 6:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Pops another big play
Shaheed recorded six receptions on six targets for 79 yards in Sunday's 20-10 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Back in favorable weather, Shaheed returned to showcasing his big-play ability. He popped a 58-yard catch late in the second quarter to set up a field goal for the Saints. While that accounted for the majority of his production, Shaheed's involvement in the offense was notable as he managed a career-best six targets even with Chris Olave (hamstring) back in the mix. Shaheed now has at least one reception of more than 20 yards in four of his last five games.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Top wideout in tough weather
Shaheed gathered in four of five targets for 41 yards during Saturday's 17-10 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Shaheed stepped up as the Saints' No. 1 receiver, with rookie first-rounder Chris Olave (hamstring) inactive Saturday. The undrafted pass catcher was one of only two New Orleans wideouts to log a target, as the team attempted 15 passes due to the frigid and windy conditions in Cleveland on Saturday. Running back Alvin Kamara was the only other Saints player to log more than two targets or one reception, while tight end Juwan Johnson caught one of two targets for nine yards. Shaheed's production…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be No. 1 wideout Saturday
Shaheed appears to be in line to serve as the Saints' No. 1 receiver Saturday in Cleveland with Chris Olave (hamstring) ruled out for the contest and with Jarvis Landry (hamstring) moving to injured reserve, John Sigler of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Though the undrafted rookie out of Weber State didn't make his NFL debut until Week 6 and was initially deployed as a return man and gadget player, Shaheed has pushed for a more prominent role on offense in recent weeks. His snap share on offense has steadily been trending upward for each of the past six games, culminating in a breakout Week 15 outing against Atlanta in which he hauled in three of four targets for 95 yards and a touchdown while playing 71 percent of the snaps. While he can't be…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Hauls in 68-yard touchdown pass
Shaheed logged three receptions (on four targets) for 95 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 21-18 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Shaheed set a new career high in receiving yards for the second week in a row. He also hauled in a 68-yard touchdown on a pass that traveled 33 yards through the air from change-of-pace quarterback Taysom Hill. That marked the Saints' longest play from scrimmage this season. Shaheed's increased usage over the past four games has paid dividends for New Orleans, as he has now logged three receptions of 20 yards or more and two receptions of 40 yards or more during this span. Shaheed has yet to…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Career outing in loss
Shaheed gathered in all four targets for 75 yards during Monday's 17-16 loss against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Shaheed continued to serve as the explosive element in the Saints' limited offense, catching a 40-yard pass from quarterback Andy Dalton for the team's longest play from scrimmage Monday night. The undrafted wideout also quickly set a new career high when he reached 71 receiving yards with his third reception of the first half. The speedster came close to breaking the first special-teams score of his career on a 42-yard punt return in the second quarter, but he was forced out of bounds by…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 5:35am by Rotowire.com
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Set for Monday
Shaheed (back) does not carry an injury into Monday's contest against the Buccaneers, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The return man has been sharing time with Kevin White and Tre'Quan Smith as the team's No. 3 wideout, but at least in comparison to the other two, the undrafted rookie had an explosive outing in last week's loss to the 49ers. It would be unlikely for Shaheed to break out further with the likes of Jarvis Landry and Chris Olave set to garner the majority of the targets in the passing game.
Published: Sat, Dec 3 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Shaheed (back) was a limited practice participant Friday.
Analysis: Back-to-back limited practices suggest Shaheed is on track to play, though it's still possible he gets a game designation when the Saints release their final injury report Friday for Monday's game in Tampa Bay. The undrafted rookie out of Weber State made some big plays on limited snaps in October and then played 48 and 53 percent of snaps the past two weeks. After catching two of three targets for 53 yards in a shutout loss to San Francisco last week, Shaheed could get another look Monday…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 2 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to back issue
Shaheed (back) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.
Analysis: Shaheed has worked his way into a consistent role within the Saints offense, recording at least one catch in five of the last six games and seeing 48-plus percent of the snaps in back-to-back contests. During that six-game span, he's recorded an 8-164-1 line on 10 targets and also added a six-yard carry. Now, the injury bug that has hammered New Orleans' skill positions this year is affecting Shaheed. On a positive note, though, he has two more sessions this week to get back to full and avoid a…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Three touches in Week 12
Shaheed had two receptions on three targets for 53 yards during Sunday's 13-0 loss to San Francisco. He also added a six-yard run.
Analysis: Shaheed played his biggest all-around role of the year as he lined up on a season-high 53 percent of the Saints' offensive snaps. The rookie wideout logged the team's longest play from scrimmage, hauling in a 35-yard pass down the middle of the field in the first quarter. New Orleans will likely look for ways to get the ball in Shaheed's hands more often given his upside as a playmaker.
Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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Grabs one pass in win
Shaheed hauled in one of two targets for eight yards during Sunday's 27-20 victory over the Rams.
Analysis: Shaheed's primary value continues to come on special teams, as he ran back four punts for a season-high 40 yards. After putting up two touchdowns and 97 total yards on his first two touches of the season, the 24-year-old has come back down to earth with two receptions on three targets for 20 yards over the past three weeks. While Shaheed did play a season-high 28 offensive snaps, his production will be capped now that New Orleans' receiving corps is back to full health outside of Michael…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 7:11am by Rotowire.com
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Season high in catches Sunday
Shaheed gathered in all three of his targets for 38 yards during Sunday's 24-0 win versus the Raiders.
Analysis: Shaheed logged his first multi-catch game of the season, despite playing just 15 offensive snaps in this blowout victory. After scoring long touchdowns on each of his two touches in the previous two contests, the undrafted rookie accounted for the Saints' second-longest play from scrimmage against Las Vegas with a 30-yard reception, and he also recorded 15 yards across two punt returns. Shaheed appears to have a knack for explosive plays, though his playing time likely will plummet once…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Reaches end zone again Thursday
Shaheed secured his lone target for 53 yards and a touchdown during the Saints' 42-34 loss to Arizona on Thursday.
Analysis: Shaheed was on the field for just 10 offensive snaps during Thursday's primetime matchup, but he reached the end zone for a second consecutive week. The 24-year-old has logged just two touches in the NFL, both of which have gone for touchdowns. His production is unsustainable given his lack of playing time, and his fantasy relevance should drop even more once Michael Thomas (foot) and Jarvis Landry (ankle) are cleared to return.
Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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Scores on first NFL touch
Shaheed played nine of the Saints' 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 30-26 loss to the Bengals, carrying once for a 44-yard touchdown and failing to haul in his lone target.
Analysis: Signed off the practice squad Saturday, the undrafted receiver out of Weber State stepped in for his NFL debut Sunday while the Saints were without their top three receivers (Michael Thomas, Chris Olave and Jarvis Landry). Though Shaheed helped fill in for those players to some degree, he mainly served as a replacement for Deonte Harty (foot), who had been the Saints' top return man as well as a depth option at wideout before landing on injured reserve Saturday. Shaheed logged 26 return yards…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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