Fantasy Player Profile Kalif Raymond
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@CHI: #17 vs opposing WR - 33.38 FPA
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @KC, | - | - | 20 | - | - | 3.00 |
| 2 | SEA, | 11 | - | 46 | 1 | - | 13.70 |
| 3 | ATL, | - | - | 55 | - | - | 9.50 |
| 4 | @GB, | 40 | - | -2 | - | - | 4.80 |
| 5 | CAR, | - | - | 45 | - | - | 7.50 |
| 6 | @TB, | 3 | - | 23 | - | - | 5.60 |
| 7 | @BAL, | - | - | 20 | - | - | 4.00 |
| 8 | LV, | -2 | - | 24 | - | - | 4.20 |
| 9 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | @LAC, | - | - | 46 | - | - | 6.60 |
| 11 | CHI, | - | - | 5 | - | - | 1.50 |
| 12 | GB, | 6 | - | 90 | - | - | 14.60 |
| 13 | @NO, | 9 | - | - | - | - | 0.90 |
| 14 | @CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
- 13.00
- 213.70
- 39.50
- 44.80
- 57.50
- 65.60
- 74.00
- 84.20
- 9
- 106.60
- 111.50
- 1214.60
- 130.90
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No targets
Raymond rushed once for nine yards during Sunday's win over the Saints.
Analysis: After putting together one of his best games as a receiver in last week's loss to Green Bay, Raymond was barely a part of the game plan this time around. The diminutive deep threat will remain a risky bet for statistical production when the Lions take on the Bears in Week 14.
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Best game of season
Raymond caught five of five targets for 90 yards while rushing once for six yards during Thursday's loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Putting together his most productive game since 2021, Raymond stepped up big on Thanksgiving Day with three catches of at least 20 yards. He only needed 23 offensive snaps to do so, too, which is extra impressive considering No. 2 receiver Josh Reynolds has totaled just 54 yards over the 204 offensive snaps he has logged over the past four games. Now sitting on a career-high 16.2 yards per reception in 2023, Raymond should remain an efficient complementary receiver Week 13 against the Saints.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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Season-low snap share
Raymond caught one of two targets for five yards during Sunday's win over the Bears.
Analysis: Raymond saw a season-low 20 percent of the offensive snaps, while Jameson Williams saw a season-high 68 percent of them and Donovan Peoples-Jones made his Lions debut. Raymond wasn't seeing enough playing time to warrant fantasy consideration in most formats to begin with, so any reduction in his role will push him further off the radar.
Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Thursday
Raymond (ankle) practiced in full Thursday.
Analysis: One day removed from having a cap on his reps due to an ankle issue, Raymond was able to handle all on-field work Thursday. He's been a regular in the Lions' passing game this season, but as long as the team's top wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown continues to hog the attention of quarterback Jared Goff, Raymond seems resigned to the handful of targets (three per game) that he gets on a weekly basis.
Published: Thu, Nov 16 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to ankle issue
Raymond was a limited participant in practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: More often than not this season, Raymond's weekly snap share has resided between 20 and 40 percent, having surpassed the latter just two times in a nine games. His two catches (on four targets) for 46 yards during this past Sunday's win at the Chargers was one of his better tallies on the campaign, but now that he's dealing with a health concern, his status will be monitored as the week continues to get a sense of his availability for Sunday's matchup with the Bears.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 46 yards
Raymond caught two of four targets for 46 yards during Sunday's 41-38 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: While most of his production came on a 41-yard catch in the fourth quarter, Raymond continues to be among the most effective Lions receivers relative to the number of routes he actually runs. However, the punt-return specialist won't be much of a fantasy factor as long as he is only logging around a quarter of the offensive snaps each week. Not helping matters is that two other deep threats, Jameson Williams and Donovan Peoples-Jones (ribs), could each see their roles in the offense increase…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags two passes
Raymond caught two passes on four targets for 24 yards while rushing once for minus-2 yards during Monday's win over Las Vegas.
Analysis: Even though Raymond ran as the fourth receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Josh Reynolds and Jameson Williams, he finished second among the bunch in most receiving categories. However, he logged only about a quarter of the offensive snaps, and he probably won't see much more than that in any game going forward with Detroit prioritizing the development of Williams.
Published: Tue, Oct 31 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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Dodges injury report
Raymond (hamstring) was not listed on Detroit's injury report Thursday.
Analysis: Raymond was forced out of Sunday's game at Baltimore with a hamstring injury, but it looks like he's already back up to full speed for Detroit's first practice of the week. He hasn't seen more than three targets in any one game since Week 3 versus Atlanta, and he figures to continue to play sparingly to ease the loads of Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds in Week 8.
Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers hamstring injury
Raymond left Sunday's game against the Ravens with a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Raymond hurt his hamstring in the fourth quarter and did not return to the blowout loss. The 29-year-old's status should be monitored heading into next week's game against the Raiders.
Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 1:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Fewest snaps of season
Raymond caught three of three targets for 23 yards during Sunday's 20-6 win over the Buccaneers.
Analysis: With Amon-Ra St. Brown back in commission, Raymond saw his fewest offensive snaps of the season while tying his smallest offensive snap share, too. However, he remained secure in his role as the punt returner, returning three punts for 33 yards, and he now sits 11th in the league with a 9.7-yard punt return average.
Published: Tue, Oct 17 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 45 yards
Raymond caught all three targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 42-24 win over Carolina.
Analysis: Drawing the start at wide receiver with Amon-Ra St. Brown (abdomen) sidelined, Raymond finished second among Lions wide receivers in snaps, targets and receiving yards, despite the availability of Jameson Williams. Raymond also continued to serve as the team's punt returner, but he didn't have a clean opportunity to gain any yardage there. Raymond could handle increased offensive responsibilities should St. Brown continue to miss time, but the former may be hard to trust otherwise with so many…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 6:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Scampers for 40 yards
Raymond caught one pass for minus-two yards and rushed once for 40 yards during Thursday's win over the Packers.
Analysis: Raymond logged about half of the offensive snaps he had seen in each of the past two games as Detroit spent most of the second half running the ball. While he did next to nothing as a receiver in the first half anyway, Raymond still made an impact on punt returns and his 40-yard scamper on an end-around was the biggest reason Detroit was able to quickly gain a two-touchdown lead early in the second quarter. More valuable in real terms than in fantasy, Raymond will enter a Week 5 matchup with…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Makes four grabs
Raymond caught four of six targets for 55 yards in Sunday's 20-6 win over the Falcons.
Analysis: Raymond was one of only four Lions to catch a pass, as fellow wideouts Josh Reynolds and Marvin Jones were both blanked. Despite his depth role, Raymond has increased his production in each week this season, helping his admittedly still-modest stock ahead of Week 4's trip to Green Bay on Thursday night.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores on flea flicker
Raymond caught two of three targets for 46 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 37-31 loss to Seattle.
Analysis: Raymond got loose for a 36-yard touchdown on a flea flicker but didn't make much noise otherwise. Averaging 22.0 yards on his three catches this season, Raymond will likely remain a low-volume deep threat despite the absence of Jameson Williams (suspension) entering a Week 3 matchup with Atlanta.
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags 20-yard pass
Raymond caught one pass (one target) for 20 yards during Thursday's 21-20 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Raymond only saw one look in what ended up being a much slower-paced game than expected. Meanwhile, Josh Reynolds operated as the clear No. 2 receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown while Marvin Jones handled the No. 3 role. Even though Raymond has the ability to pop for a big play or two on any given week, he won't even be worth a dart throw in DFS formats if he is the No. 6 receiving option behind the top wide receivers plus tight end Sam LaPorta and running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 7:27am by Rotowire.com
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Signs two-year extension
Raymond agreed to a two-year extension with the Lions on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Raymond's contributions come primarily on special teams. He has topped 200 punt return yards in each of the past three seasons and scored one punt-return touchdown in 2022. Raymond also provides Detroit with depth at wide receiver, having compiled 1,192 receiving yards and four touchdowns in his previous two seasons with the Lions.
Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Staying busy this spring
Raymond has been active at OTAs as both a wide receiver and return man, Mike O'Hara of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Raymond bounced around the league for a half-decade before settling in with Detroit the past two seasons and catching 95 passes for 1,192 yards and four touchdowns over 33 games (21 starts). He's never truly been viewed as a starter but has ended up playing a lot on offense due to injuries ahead of him, and he's also been one of the better punt returner during that time, averaging 11.2 yards on 21 returns in 2021 and 13.2 yards on 20 chances in 2022. Raymond turns 29 in August and seems…read more
Published: Tue, Jun 13 at 6:54am by Rotowire.com
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Plays through broken ribs
Raymond told reporters Monday that he played the second half of Sunday's win over the Packers with broken ribs, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's unclear when Raymond suffered the injury, but he said it happened sometime during the first half, which means he made arguably the play of the night -- a 43-yard catch in the third quarter to set up the first touchdown of the game -- with broken ribs. The big play helped pave the way for the undrafted wideout out of Holy Cross to lead the Lions in receiving as they upset their divisional rival and kept Green Bay out of the playoffs. Raymond, who has one year remaining on his contract with…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving Sunday
Raymond caught four of six targets for 66 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over Green Bay.
Analysis: Raymond finished as the Lions' leading receiver in a game during which No. 1 wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown (6-49-0) struggled to break free against the Packers' elite secondary. The veteran wideout carved out a nice role with Detroit this season, finishing with 51 receptions and 682 receiving yards, both of which set new high-water marks for his career. However, with Jameson Williams set to see an expanded role, it is uncertain if Raymond will have the opportunity to build upon this season during…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 10:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Another handful of catches
Raymond caught three of three targets for 40 yards during Sunday's 41-10 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Raymond found the most success through the air among Lions depth receivers, but his low-volume role continues to prove much more valuable in real life than fantasy. Raymond will be back on the field in a Week 18 matchup with the Packers.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 64 yards
Raymond brought in his only target for 56 yards while rushing once for eight yards during Saturday's loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Remaining in the No. 4 role at wideout, Raymond made a huge play to get the Lions into scoring position at one point. He also had a longer run than any of Detroit's running backs, displaying how tough of a day it was for the Lions on the ground. Next up for Raymond is a Week 17 matchup with the Bears.
Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Two grabs against Vikings
Raymond secured two of two targets for 19 yards during Sunday's win over Minnesota.
Analysis: After seeing a massive role reduction last week in the return of Josh Reynolds and the pro debut of Jameson Williams, Raymond saw another dip in playing time Sunday at the benefit of Williams. With Reynolds likely to maintain his spot as the No. 3 wideout given his productivity in the offense this year, Raymond stands to lose more and more snaps if Detroit wants to keep getting more out of Williams.
Published: Mon, Dec 12 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 14
Raymond (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Analysis: After a week in which he was capped at one limited practice Friday due to an illness, Raymond will be available to the Lions offense for the 13th time in as many contests this season. Having said that, his workload has experienced a drastic reduction with DJ Chark again operating at full capacity and rookie first-rounder Jameson Williams making his pro debut last Sunday. Consequently, Raymond may have to take advantage of his sparse targets, which so far have gone for 8.3 YPT in 2022.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable, likely to play Sunday
Raymond (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.
Analysis: After sitting out the Lions' first two practice sessions of the week, Raymond returned to the field Friday in a limited capacity. While Raymond wasn't able to avoid taking a designation into the weekend, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press relays that the receiver is expected to play. However, with the Lions' receiving corps at close to full strength and with rookie first-round Jameson Williams likely to see at least a slight uptick in opportunities after playing only eight snaps on offense…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined at practice
Raymond (illness) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice.
Analysis: The Lions have held Raymond out of both sessions so far to begin Week 14 prep, giving him just one more chance to take part in drills before the team potentially hands him a designation for Sunday's game against the Vikings. Even if he's able to suit up this weekend, though, he's taken a fall down Detroit's WR depth chart with the recent debut of rookie first-round pick Jameson Williams. All of Amon-Ra St. Brown, DJ Chark, Josh Reynolds and Williams appear to be ahead of Raymond at the position.
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice with illness
Raymond missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness.
Analysis: Raymond has a few days to get healthy before Sunday's matchup with Minnesota, though he's only the fourth or fifth wide receiver now that DJ Chark, Jameson Williams and Josh Reynolds all are healthy. Chark and Reynolds saw most of the playing time alongside Amon-Ra St. Brown in Sunday's win over Jacksonville, with Raymond playing only 13 snaps and Williams taking eight in his NFL debut. Prior to that, Raymond had played more than three-fourths of Detroit's offensive snaps in seven straight…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 7 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Taking backseat
Raymond caught two of two targets for 12 yards during Sunday's 40-14 win over Jacksonville.
Analysis: Raymond logged just 16 percent of the offensive snaps with Josh Reynolds (79) and Jameson Williams (11) getting back to full health. With Williams' role only set to grow, Raymond could be the odd man out going forward. Up next for the group is a Week 14 matchup with Minnesota.
Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 35 yards
Raymond caught four of six targets for 35 yards during Thursday's 28-25 loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: Despite DJ Chark (73 percent of offensive snaps) returning to a prominent role in his second game back from an injury, Raymond (79 percent) remained a fixture in the lineup alongside No. 1 wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown (88 percent). However, Raymond yet again came a long ways from producing a fantasy-worthy line, and he remains without a touchdown this season. With Jameson Williams (knee) a threat to steal snaps in the coming weeks, no fantasy managers should be counting on Raymond for statistical…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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Three catches against Giants
Raymond caught three of seven targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 31-18 win over the Giants.
Analysis: The return of DJ Chark (ankle) corresponded with Raymond matching his season high in targets, but Raymond put up the lowest yardage of any game this season in which he had at least four looks. However, until Chark and/or Jameson Williams (knee) is up to speed in the offense, Raymond won't be hurting for snaps. Next up is a Week 12 matchup with Buffalo.
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes
Raymond secured three of three targets for 47 yards during Sunday's 31-30 win over Chicago.
Analysis: The 5-foot-7 wideout led all Detroit receivers in playing time with 49 snaps on offense, but he was a secondary target for Jared Goff behind Amon-Ra St. Brown. Raymond also has yet to find the end zone while only being targeted twice within the red zone all season. Even though he should maintain his high slotting on the depth chart in the continued absences of DJ Chark (ankle), Jameson Williams (knee) and Josh Reynolds (back), Raymond has not shown much upside in his six games with a prominent…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 15 at 4:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Low production against Packers
Raymond caught three of three targets for 17 yards during Sunday's 15-9 win over Green Bay.
Analysis: With Josh Reynolds (back), DJ Chark (ankle) and Quintez Cephus (foot) sidelined, Raymond again logged nearly every offensive snap alongside Amon-Ra St. Brown. While this is Raymond's lowest output since he started becoming a big part of the offense Week 4, Detroit somehow only needed to throw 26 times to win against a Green Bay defense that is stronger against the pass than the run. Raymond should have a good chance to rebound Week 10 against Chicago, especially if Reynolds remains out.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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Another productive outing
Raymond caught three of four targets for 76 yards during Sunday's loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: While he has yet to find the end zone in 2022, Raymond again is putting together a solid campaign as a role player for an injury-ravaged Lions receiving corps. Even though Amon-Ra St. Brown and D'Andre Swift are back in commission to steal targets, Raymond should continue to handle a large amount of snaps for Detroit while DJ Chark (ankle) and Jameson Williams (knee) get back into game shape. Up next is a Week 9 matchup against a Packers secondary that is allowing the second-fewest passing…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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Totals 75 yards
Raymond caught five of six targets for 75 yards during Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: With DJ Chark (absence) sidelined, the second-quarter injury to Amon-Ra St. Brown (concussion) effectively threw Raymond into the No. 2 wideout role behind Josh Reynolds. Raymond not only delivered from a receiving standpoint, but he also threw a memorable block at one point as well. With Chark set to miss to miss at least the next three games and Jameson Williams (knee) still on the NFI list, Raymond could again play a significant role on offense depending on whether St. Brown can clear…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags five passes
Raymond caught five of seven targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 29-0 loss to New England.
Analysis: Despite Amon-Ra St. Brown returning for this game, the absences of DJ Chark (ankle) and Quintez Cephus (foot) allowed Raymond to log a new season high in snaps. While he put together a modestly productive fantasy outing in PPR contexts, the 5-foot-8 Raymond didn't do any real damage to a Patriots defense that kept the Lions in their own territory for most of the game. With Chark possibly returning after Detroit's Week 6 bye, Raymond could easily return to seeing limited opportunities.
Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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Heightened offensive role
Raymond caught three of five targets for 38 yards during Sunday's 48-45 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Raymond saw a jump in playing time with both Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) and DJ Chark (ankle) out of commission. However, he didn't play much of a role in this high-scoring affair despite seeing a handful of opportunities. Raymond could easily return to seeing single-digit offensive snaps if St. Brown or Chark are able to make it back for Detroit's Week 5 game in New England.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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First catch of year
Raymond secured his only target for four yards during Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Raymond yet again operated as the clear No. 4 receiver. While he could become a bigger part of the passing game if Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) or D'Andre Swift (shoulder/ankle) need to miss time, Raymond would remain unlikely to see enough volume to be a considerable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 9:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs minimal playing time
Raymond saw two targets but did not record a catch during Sunday's 38-35 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: Each of Amon-Ra St. Brown, DJ Chark and Josh Reynolds logged at least 55 offensive snaps, leaving just a few to spare for Raymond and Quintez Cephus. While Raymond still earned two targets on his seven snaps, he didn't do anything with them. As long as everyone stays healthy, there is no reason to think that his playing time or production could spike in anytime soon.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Brief preseason appearance
Raymond caught two of three targets for 10 yards during Saturday's preseason win over Indianapolis.
Analysis: After catching a bomb from Tim Boyle in the preseason opener, Raymond saw a little bit of action in the first quarter this week. Given how quickly it took for his day to be done, Raymond seems like the clear No. 4 receiver for the Lions behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, DJ Chark and Josh Reynolds. While Jameson Williams (knee) will be in the fold before long and Quintez Cephus (leg) could make a case for a roster spot in the preseason finale, Raymond seems ticketed for another year in Detroit, where he…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticking with Detroit
Raymond is re-signing with the Lions, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Raymond is a 27-year-old journeyman who made 14 starts for Detroit last season and finished with career highs across the board (48-576-4 on 71 targets). He'll be back with the Lions, but there's significant danger of slipping down the depth chart, especially after the team reached an agreement earlier Tuesday with former Jags wideout D.J. Chark. Prior to that, the Lions signed Josh Reynolds to a two-year extension, giving them another experienced option behind Chark and second-year receiver…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 15 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores on trick play
Raymond caught four passes for 101 yards and one touchdown on five targets against Green Bay on Sunday.
Analysis: Raymond's box score was mostly propelled by a 75-yard touchdown on a trick play from wideout Tom Kennedy, with the former's speed a major reason why the play succeeded. While he might see less playing time in 2022 even if he re-signs with the Lions, Raymond deserves credit for catching 48 receptions for 576 yards and four touchdowns on 71 targets (67.6 percent catch rate, 8.1 yards per target) despite dealing with shaky quarterback play. Even if he's more of a backup than a starter in 2022,…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from COVID list
Raymond (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.
Analysis: Raymond missed Sunday's loss to the Seahawks after being placed on the COVID-19 list last week, but he's now back on the active roster ahead of the season finale. The 27-year-old has 44 receptions for 475 yards and three touchdowns this season, and he should work as Detroit's No. 3 wide receiver this weekend against the Packers behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds.
Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially out Week 17
Raymond (illness) won't be available for Sunday's game in Seattle after the Lions didn't activate him from the reserve/COVID-19 list prior to Saturday's deadline for week 17 roster moves, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Raymond was placed on the list Thursday after testing positive for the virus, so he never seemed likely to test out of the NFL's COVID-19 protocol prior to Sunday's contest. With Josh Reynolds (illness) also sidelined Week 17 after testing positive for the virus Monday, the Lions won't have much in the way of established depth behind No. 1 wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Lions' remaining four available receivers -- KhaDarel Hodge, Trinity Benson, Tom Kennedy and Javon McKinley -- have combined…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 5:39am by Rotowire.com
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Second Detroit WR on COVID-19 list
The Lions placed Raymond on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
Analysis: Raymond becomes the second Detroit receiver to go on the list this week, joining Josh Reynolds. The 27-year-old theoretically has a chance to test out of the protocol before Sunday's game against the Seahawks if he's vaccinated and asymptomatic of the virus, but he'll most likely miss his first game of the season, given the timing of his placement on the list. If both Raymond and Reynolds are out this weekend, Detroit would have to rely on Tom Kennedy, KhaDarel Hodge and Trinity Benson to mix…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 30 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Another forgettable stat line
Raymond caught three of five targets for 12 yards while rushing once for five yards during Sunday's 20-16 loss to Atlanta.
Analysis: Playing through a shoulder injury, Raymond remained the third wheel behind Amon-Ra St. Brown (11 targets) and Josh Reynolds (seven) in the passing game. Only St. Brown managed any meaningful production with backup QB Tim Boyle, who struggled to complete passes down the field. Even if Jared Goff (COVID-19) manages to return in Week 17 against Seattle, Raymond will remain an inadvisable fantasy option.
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play Sunday
Raymond (shoulder) will play Sunday against the Falcons.
Analysis: Raymond was able to practice in a limited capacity all week, so his ability to suit up isn't unexpected. Raymond has had an inconsistent season with spiked weeks occasionally, but mostly subpar results. With Jared Goff on the COVID list and Tim Boyle drawing the start, Raymond's chances of a better-than-usual outings are reduced. The last time Boyle started in Week 11 against the Browns, Raymond played 70 percent of the snaps on offense and tallied one target with no receptions.
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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Receives questionable tag
Detroit lists Raymond (shoulder) as questionable for Sunday's game in Atlanta.
Analysis: Raymond was able to practice in a limited capacity all week, which seemingly bodes well for his chances of getting the green light to play Sunday, despite his designation. Since raising eyebrows with a six-catch, 115-yard outing Week 7 against the Rams, Raymond has failed to come anywhere close to reaching those marks in any of his subsequent seven outings, combining to produce a 15-129-1 receiving line over 22 targets. With backup quarterback Tim Boyle stepping in at quarterback this week with…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Reps capped Thursday
Raymond (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: For the second day in a row, Raymond and fellow wideout Josh Reynolds (thigh) had their reps capped in practice. So long as the two receivers are able to practice again in some fashion Friday, Raymond and Reynolds should be on track to play Sunday in Atlanta, though one or both could carry a questionable tag into the contest. Raymond has played 60-plus percent of the Lions' offensive snaps in all but one of his 14 appearances this season, putting together a 41-463-3 receiving line on 61 targets.
Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Raymond was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury.
Analysis: Raymond secured two of three targets for 20 yards in Sunday's win over the Cardinals, but he apparently sustained the shoulder injury at some point during the matchup. The severity of the issue isn't yet clear, but Tom Kennedy and KhaDarel Hodge could be called upon to play more snaps at receiver if Raymond is sidelined this weekend against Atlanta.
Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches against Cardinals
Raymond caught two of three targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 30-12 win over Arizona.
Analysis: Raymond saw just as much playing time as Amon-Ra St. Brown and Josh Reynolds, but he was the odd man out in terms of production. With St. Brown thriving underneath and Josh Reynolds more effective down the field, it wouldn't be a surprise if Raymond's production remains modest down the stretch. Accordingly, Raymond is not a recommended fantasy option in any format entering Week 16 against Atlanta, especially now that Jared Goff (COVID-19) could miss time.
Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in Denver
Raymond caught four of five targets for 31 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: He provided Detroit's lone highlight of the day, catching a seven-yard score in the second quarter. Raymond hadn't gotten into the end zone since Week 4 and hasn't reached 40 yards in a game since Week 7, giving him little fantasy appeal heading into a Week 15 clash with the Cardinals.
Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches against Minnesota
Raymond secured two of two targets for 33 yards during Sunday's 29-27 win over Minnesota.
Analysis: Raymond saw a couple of targets in the first half but wasn't heard from again after that. Meanwhile, Amon-Ra St. Brown paced the team with 10 receptions on 12 targets for 86 yards while Josh Reynolds operated as the top perimeter option. Perhaps Raymond can become more productive as a tertiary threat going forward, but thus far he hasn't done much as a receiver since Reynolds came to town.
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Taking backseat to Reynolds
Raymond caught three of four targets for 16 yards during Thursday's 16-14 loss to Chicago.
Analysis: Raymond again did little with the opportunities he saw. Meanwhile, Josh Reynolds -- who caught three passes for 70 yards and a score -- continues to rise to the top of the depth chart. Considering Raymond was hardly a fantasy option when he was the Lions' No. 1 receiver, his floor will probably get even lower if Reynolds continues on as Jared Goff's top option.
Published: Thu, Nov 25 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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No catches in Cleveland
Raymond failed to catch his lone target during Sunday's 13-10 loss to Cleveland.
Analysis: On a dreary day in Cleveland, Raymond wasn't able to get anything going with backup quarterback Tim Boyle, who was replacing Jared Goff (ribs) for at least one week. If Goff remains out in Week 12 against Chicago, Raymond won't be anywhere on the fantasy radar, though he is hardly anything more than an afterthought with Goff under center anyway.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches four passes
Raymond caught four of six targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 16-16 tie with Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Raymond and the rest of the Lions' pass catchers struggled to get anything going Sunday with Jared Goff throwing for a dismal 114 yards. The wideout played 65 percent of Detroit's offensive snaps, marking his second-lowest percentage of the season. Raymond's six targets, however, were tied for the team high in the contest. The 27-year-old will look to bounce back when the Lions square off against the Browns in Week 11.
Published: Tue, Nov 16 at 9:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Lays goose egg
Raymond was targeted once but he did not record a catch during Sunday's 44-6 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Coming off a 100-yard outing against the Rams, Raymond laid a goose egg against a previously beatable Eagles defense. However, tough coverage from cornerback Darius Slay certainly played a role, not to mention the fact that only nine of Jared Goff's 34 pass attempts were directed at wide receivers. Considering he entered the week averaging 5.6 targets per game, Raymond should see a heavier workload in Week 10 against Pittsburgh when Detroit returns from its Week 9 bye.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 6:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets praise from QB
Raymond is stepping up as one of the Lions' top receiving options in the absence of Tyrell Williams (concussion) and Quintez Cephus (collarbone), Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports. "I love getting him the ball as much as I can and I'm starting to build a good rapport with him," quarterback Jared Goff said of Raymond.
Analysis: With Cephus likely done for the season and Williams out indefinitely, only Amon-Ra St. Brown remains to challenge Raymond for consistent targets among the Lions' wide receivers. Of course, tight end T.J. Hockenson and running back D'Andre Swift are still the focal points of the passing game, but Raymond has nonetheless totaled 15 targets in two games since Cephus went down, while St. Brown drew seven. Given how often the winless Lions need to throw the ball, it's possible this heightened usage…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong production Sunday
Raymond caught six receptions for 115 yards on eight targets against the Rams on Sunday.
Analysis: Raymond has made some impressive plays over the past few weeks, but Sunday's game might be the best of his career to this point. Quarterback Jared Goff rarely makes it easy and struggled like usual Sunday, completing just 22 of 36 passes for 268 yards (61.1 percent completed, 7.4 yards per attempt), which makes Raymond's box score (75 percent caught, 14.4 yards per target) that much more impressive. Raymond is somewhat overmatched in his current lead wideout role, but his usage seems locked…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 5:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 37 yards
Raymond caught six of seven targets for 37 yards during Sunday's 34-11 loss to Cincinnati.
Analysis: Raymond tied D'Andre Swift and Amon-Ra St. Brown for second place amongst Lions players in targets, but he was bottled up alongside everyone else not named T.J. Hockenson. With Quintez Cephus sidelined and Tyrell Williams (concussion) a question mark to return in the near future, Raymond should continue to handle a decent role in the Lions offense, though his upside will continue to be severely capped by the limitations of quarterback Jared Goff.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Blanked by Vikings
Raymond saw two targets but did not have a catch during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: Raymond's biggest contribution came on a punt return, and he otherwise watched Amon-Ra St. Brown rack up seven catches with Quintez Cephus (shoulder) sidelined. While Cephus seems set to miss time, Tyrell Williams (concussion) is eligible to return from IR in Week 6 against the Bengals. However, Cephus' possible absence could allow Raymond, who is averaging 5.5 targets entering the game, to approach the season-high 10 targets he saw in Week 3.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 8:09pm by Rotowire.com
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First multi-TD game of career
Raymond caught three of six targets for 46 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 24-14 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: It was a big day for Raymond, who saw 10 targets last week and previously hadn't seen pay dirt since 2019. His first score came on a short pass near the goal line while his second came on a 25-yard bomb thanks to broken coverage on the Bears' part. While Quintez Cephus seems to be emerging as the top wide receiver in the absence of Tyrell Williams (concussion), the 5-foot-6 Raymond is holding his own as the other starting option. However, it may be hard for him to see double-digit targets or…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted 10 times in loss
Raymond (thigh) caught six of 10 targets for 68 yards in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Raymond stepped up as the top performer in the Lions' underwhelming wide receiver group with Tyrell Williams (concussion) on IR, leading the team in both targets and receiving yards. With tight end T.J. Hockenson and running back D'Andre Swift both above him in the passing game pecking order, Raymond will be no better than a flex consideration against the tough Bears defense Week 4.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up despite thigh injury
Raymond (thigh) is active for Sunday's game against Baltimore, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Raymond was a starter Weeks 1 and 2, but he saw only six targets while playing 75 and 63 percent of snaps on offense. Qunitez Cephus is probably the better bet for volume, though Raymond's speed should lead to occasional big plays if he continues to get a lot of snaps.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Sunday
Raymond (thigh) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest versus the Ravens.
Analysis: The Lions capped Raymond's practice reps all week, as he went down as a limited participant on all three injury reports due to a thigh issue, which popped up on the final Week 2 report. He managed to play 63 percent of the snaps on offense Monday in Green Bay, ending up with two catches (on two targets) for 18 yards. With Tyrell Williams (concussion) officially on IR as of Thursday, Raymond has a chance to be more involved in the offense, assuming he's out there Sunday alongside Quintez Cephus,…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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No upgrade in activity Thursday
Raymond (thigh) remained a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Following Monday's loss to Green Bay, the Lions held a walk-through session Wednesday for their first Week 3 practice, with Raymond being listed as limited on the initial injury report. Detroit held a more traditional practice Thursday, but Raymond wasn't able to increase his activity. Provided he upgrades to full participation Friday, Raymond should avoid taking an injury designation into the matchup with the Ravens on Thursday, when he should once again be headed for a sizable snap count.…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 23 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice
Raymond (thigh) was limited in Wednesday's walk-through practice.
Analysis: As he was on the Lions' final Week 2 injury report, Raymond logged a capped session Wednesday due to a thigh issue. He proceeded to suit up this past Monday in Green Bay, finishing with two catches (on two targets) for 18 yards while playing 63 percent of the offensive snaps. Tyrell Williams (concussion) isn't expected to be available Sunday against the Ravens, which again would thrust Raymond into a large role. Still, Raymond would be competing with fellow wide receivers Quintez Cephus,…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 22 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Little production in starting role
Raymond caught two of two targets for 18 yards during Monday's 35-17 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Raymond was expected to serve as the No. 1 receiver with Tyrell Williams (concussion) sidelined, but he popped up on the injury report late in the week with a thigh injury. While Raymond was in the starting lineup despite being listed as questionable to play, he ultimately finished a distant second in snaps behind Quintez Cephus, who led Lions wideouts in nearly all receiving categories. It's not clear how long Williams could remain sidelined, but Raymond would figure to log a majority of the…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Playing Week 2
Raymond (thigh) is listed as active Monday in Green Bay.
Analysis: Raymond didn't show up on the Lions' injury report until Saturday, when he was listed as a limited participant due to a thigh injury. During pregame warmups he was seen testing out his left leg, on which he had a compression sleeve, per Justin Rogers of The Detroit News. Raymond will give it a go in Week 2 after turning a 75-percent share of the offensive snaps into three catches (on four targets) for 50 yards, plus one carry for nine yards, in the team's season opener versus the 49ers.
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Surprise add to injury report
Raymond (thigh) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Packers.
Analysis: Raymond surprisingly appeared on the team's injury report Saturday with a reported thigh injury. With Tyrell Williams (concussion) already ruled out ahead of Monday's affair, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Quintez Cephus and Trinity Benson could be the team's top three pass catchers if Raymond is unable to play.
Published: Sat, Sep 18 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 50 yards
Raymond caught three of four passes for 50 yards during Sunday's 41-33 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Raymond ultimately led all Lions receivers in snaps after Tyrell Williams (undisclosed) headed to the locker room at the start of the third quarter. While he finished just sixth in targets on a day when Jared Goff peppered his running backs and tight ends, Raymond at least was on the receiving end of one of Goff's best passes of the game. Regardless of Williams' status for Week 2 against the Packers, the 5-foot-8 receiver seems locked into a key role within the Lions' receiving corps.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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Held out of preseason finale
Raymond didn't play in Friday's preseason game against Indianapolis.
Analysis: It might be taken as a sign he's made the team, with Raymond reportedly part of Detroit's wide-open competition for roles at wide receiver. It could get even messier with Tyrell Williams now bothered by a groin injury, but Raymond wouldn't figure to see many targets even if he were to land in a starting job.
Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Rested in second preseason game
Raymond did not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Steelers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: After logging as many snaps in the preseason opener as No. 1 wideout Tyrell Williams, Raymond was the lone receiver to join Williams and starting quarterback Jared Goff in getting rested Saturday. However, Breshad Perriman, the starting complement to Williams on Detroit's current depth chart, perhaps only played because he missed the opener with a hip injury. Meanwhile, the reps given to rookie standout Amon-Ra St. Brown certainly were a product of his youth rather than his need to prove…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Repping with first-team offense
Raymond has consistently been one of the first four receivers to take rep with the first-team offense during training camp practices, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: With Tyrell Williams, Breshad Perriman and Amon-Ra St. Brown seemingly locked in as Detroit's top three receivers, Raymond appears to have moved ahead of Quintez Cephus for the No. 4 job, though it should be noted that Cephus has missed significant time due to a head injury. While the fourth receiver in what looks like an underwhelming Lions offense probably won't be relevant in fantasy if everyone stays healthy, Williams is 30 and coming off shoulder surgery, while Perriman hasn't played a…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 18 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Limps off practice field
Raymond exited Wednesday's practice with a noticeable limp, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Raymond isn't believed to be dealing with a significant injury, but any missed time could open the door for another player to claim one of the returner jobs on punts and/or kickoffs.
Published: Wed, Aug 4 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs with Lions
The Lions have signed Raymond to a one-year deal, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond, who logged nine catches for 187 yards in 15 games with the Titans last season, will provide the Lions with added wideout depth. More importantly, the speedster is expected to help fill the void created by the free-agent departure of All-Pro returner Jamal Agnew.
Published: Tue, Mar 23 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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Will hit free agency
The Titans do not intend to tender Raymond, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Raymond will become a free agent rather than return for a third straight year with the Titans. He does most of his damage in the return game, with 275 kick- and 208 punt-return yards last season. Raymond also has shown flashes as an occasional deep threat -- he averaged 20.8 yards per catch in 2020 -- so he should offer enough versatility to draw interest in free agency. However, he's unlikely to emerge on the fantasy radar.
Published: Mon, Mar 8 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Role remains stagnant
Raymond recorded nine receptions for 187 yards across 15 games with the Titans in the 2020 regular season.
Analysis: Raymond showed glimpses of a breakout in 2019, posting three receptions of 40 yards or more. While he was never going to be a full-time player with Corey Davis, A.J. Brown and Adam Humphries (concussion) on the roster, Raymond failed to reach 30 percent of the team's offensive snaps in any game this season. Raymond's contract with the team will expire at the end of its playoff run, making him a restricted free agent this offseason.
Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from COVID-19 list
Raymond was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Raymond missed last week's win over Detroit, but he should now be able to return for Sunday's matchup at Green Bay. The 26-year-old has registered a career-high 187 receiving yards this season but makes most of his impact as a kick/punt returner.
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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Moves to COVID-19 list
The Titans placed Raymond (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, John Glennon of BroadwaySportsMedia.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond won't be available for Sunday's game against the Lions, potentially setting the stage for Desmond King to handle punt returns. Cameron Batson and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine could also handle increased roles behind A.J. Brown and Corey Davis.
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees one target
Raymond recorded one reception on one target for 11 yards in Week 8 against the Bengals.
Analysis: Raymond has combined to record only one reception across his last two contests and has seen his usage drop since the return of Corey Davis. Adam Humphries exited the Titans' Week 8 contest with a concussion, so Raymond could serve as the third receiver in Week 9 against the Bears. Even if Humphries is absent, Ryan Tannehill's desire to spread the ball around to tight ends while also focusing on A.J. Brown as his primary target make Raymond a risky bet for any type of notable volume.
Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Tallies three catches
Raymond recorded three receptions on four targets for 32 yards in Week 6 against the Texans.
Analysis: Raymond stepped up in the absence of Corey Davis (COVID-19) again, though he clearly worked behind Adam Humphries and A.J. Brown. His first catch came in the team's first possession and went for six yards. However, his most notable contribution came early in the second quarter, when he picked up 20 yards on a deep pass from Tannehill that ultimately set up a touchdown for the team. Raymond continues to fill the role of deep threat for the Titans, as he has four receptions of 20 yards or more…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 26 yards
Raymond caught both of his targets for a total of 26 yards in Week 5 against Buffalo.
Analysis: Raymond was expected to see increased opportunity with both Corey Davis (COVID-19) and Adam Humphries (COVID-19) absent. However, tight ends Jonnu Smith and Anthony Firkser combined for 12 targets, directing chances away from Raymond. Despite the limited opportunity, Raymond did still produce a 20-yard reception late in the first quarter on a drive that ultimately resulted in a Tennessee touchdown. If both Davis and Humphries remain sidelined for the team's Week 6 matchup against the Texans,…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 13 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Increased duties in store?
Raymond could operate as the No. 2 wide receiver in Tuesday's game versus the Bills because Corey Davis and Adam Humphries are still on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Kyle Tucker of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Raymond was silent through the first two weeks of the season but exploded in Week 3 versus the Vikings, hauling in all three targets for 118 yards. It looks like A.J. Brown (knee) will be ready Tuesday, but Raymond should be a fine fantasy option, especially if the Bills get out to an early lead and cause the Titans to throw more than usual. It's worth noting that anyone using any players in this game needs to monitor the status of the game itself due to COVID-19 related concerns.
Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Shows off deep speed
Raymond tallied three receptions for 118 yards in the team's Week 3 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Raymond delivered the two biggest offensive plays of the day for the Titans, hauling in receptions of 61 and 44 yards. Each set up a score later on the drive, leading directly to 10 points for the team. This was Raymond's first true involvement this season, as he had run just 18 routes entering the Week 3 contest. However, he emerged last season -- particularly in the playoffs -- as a deep threat and flashed the ability to maintain that role with this performance.
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 9:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Should help fill in for Brown
Raymond is expected to serve as the Titans' No. 3 receiver Sunday in the team's game against the Jaguars, Mike Moraitis of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Raymond played only 22 percent of the offensive snaps and drew two targets in the Titans' season-opening win over the Broncos, but he could be in store for a regular spot in three-receiver formations Sunday with A.J. Brown (knee) having been ruled out for the contest. Tennessee is still expected to lean heavily on a Derrick Henry-led running attack if the game script allows for it, and Corey Davis, Adam Humphries and Jonnu Smith will likely all rank ahead of Raymond as priorities in the passing…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Remains deep threat
Raymond made an over-the-shoulder catch on a deep ball from Ryan Tannehill during practice Friday, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Raymond beat Johnathan Joseph deep and caught a pass from Tannehill in stride for a long gain. Raymond emerged as a deep threat at various points in the 2019 season, with none being bigger than a 45-yard touchdown in the team's divisional-round win over the Ravens. He'll compete to maintain that some role in 2020, and to serve as the team's fourth wide receiver behind the top trio of A.J. Brown, Corey Davis (toe) and Adam Humphries.
Published: Fri, Aug 14 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Emerges as home run threat
Raymond recorded nine receptions for 170 yards and one touchdown across eight games for the Titans in 2019.
Analysis: Playing for his third team in the past four seasons, Raymond was a marginally used receiver in Tennessee. Though he played just 98 total snaps, he averaged 18.2 yards per reception. His campaign was highlighted by a win-clinching 40-yard touchdown reception in Week 13 against Indianapolis. Raymond will enter the final year of a two-year contract in 2020, though he'll likely battle among the Titans' other pass catchers for a roster spot next season.
Published: Sat, Jan 25 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes one catch count
Raymond brought in his only target for a 45-yard touchdown in the Titans' 28-12 divisional-round win over the Ravens on Saturday.
Analysis: Raymond was on the receiving end of a perfectly thrown pass from Ryan Tannehill early in the second quarter, a scoring grab that gave the Titans a surprising 14-0 lead at the time. The fourth-year speedster flashed some of the same big-play ability in the regular season (three receptions of over 20 yards, including two over 40), so the downfield shot to him wasn't completely out of the norm. Raymond will look to make a similar impact in next Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus either the…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 11 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Clears concussion protocol
Coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday that Raymond has cleared the league's five-step concussion protocol, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Raymond looked to be on his way out of the protocol after practicing fully Tuesday, and the fact that he's now received clearance from an independent neurologist puts him in line to play in Saturday's divisional-round matchup with Baltimore. The 25-year-old, who had missed the Titans' previous two contests, will likely serve as the team's kickoff returner in addition to providing depth at receiver.
Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Practices fully Tuesday
Raymond (concussion) was a full practice participant Tuesday.
Analysis: The 25-year-old missed Week 17 and the Titans' playoff opener due to the concussion, but he's nearing his return to action. According to Turron Davenport of ESPN.com, coach Mike Vrabel said Raymond has yet to fully clear the concussion protocol, though he's apparently in the final stages.
Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Out as expected
Raymond (concussion) is officially inactive for Saturday's game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Raymond was originally considered questionable but was downgraded to doubtful Friday. Darius Jennings is likely to work as the kick returner while Rashard Davis returns punts Saturday.
Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Saturday
Raymond (concussion) has been downgraded to doubtful for Saturday's playoff game against the Patriots, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old was originally considered questionable after progressing to limited practice participation Wednesday, but it appears he won't be available this weekend. According to Turron Davenport of ESPN.com, Darius Jennings is expected to work as the kick returner while Rashard Davis returns punts in Raymond's absence.
Published: Fri, Jan 3 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable
Raymond (concussion) is questionable for Saturday's playoff contest in New England, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond has logged back-to-back limited practices, but he doesn't appear to have resumed participating in contract drills. The kick returner and depth wideout will need to fully clear the league's protocol for brain injuries before being cleared to retake the field.
Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgrades activity
Raymond (concussion) was a limited participant for Wednesday's practice, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond still resides in the league's concussion protocol, but the fact that he saw limited work at practice is a positive sign for his recovery. He'll likely have to log full practice before being cleared in order to play in Saturday's playoff game against the Patriots.
Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Still out Tuesday
Raymond (concussion) did not practice Tuesday, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond is still experiencing symptoms of a concussion and thusly continues to be held out of practice. He'll likely need to return to practice in full before being cleared to play in Saturday's Wild Card round against New England.
Published: Tue, Dec 31 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Can't shake injury
Raymond (concussion) won't play in Sunday's season finale against the Texans, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: Raymond didn't log any practice time throughout the week, suggesting he still resides in the league's mandated concussion protocol. With the undrafted product out of Holy Cross sidelined, Dion Lewis is expected to continue to handle kick-return duties.
Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice again
Raymond (concussion) is not participating in Thursday's practice, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Analysis: Raymond has now missed back-to-back practices, and he's trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Texans. Dion Lewis will likely handle kick-return duties if Raymond is forced to miss any time.
Published: Thu, Dec 26 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Raymond (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimation, Paul Kuharsky of 104.5 The Zone Nashville reports.
Analysis: Raymond will need to fully clear the league's five-step protocol for brain injuries before retaking the field. If he's unable to suit up against the Texans on Sunday, Dion Lewis will likely take over as Tennessee's top kick returner.
Published: Wed, Dec 25 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands in concussion protocol
Raymond sustained a concussion in Sunday's loss to the Saints, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond has only played more than 20 offensive snaps in one game this year, so his absence won't shake up the team's offensive dynamic. However, the Titans' wideout depth is hurting, as Corey Davis (concussion) and Adam Humphries (ankle) are also on the mend. Raymond will attempt to clear the league's concussion protocol by Sunday's game against the Texans.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Totals 32 yards
Raymond (head) hauled in both of his targets for 32 yards but also lost a fumble in the team's Week 16 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Raymond recorded both of his receptions after Corey Davis exited with a potential concussion. His first reception went for nine yards, setting up a seven-yard touchdown to Tajae Sharpe on the following play. Raymond also hauled in a 23-yard catch on the team's next offensive possession, but fumbled after taking a hard hit to the head that left him unconscious. It's unclear what Raymond's status for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Texans will be, though if healthy, he would likely not be…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at full speed
Raymond (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Erik Bacharach of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: The knee injury that caused Raymond's inclusion on Wednesday's injury report appears to have been minor. The Holy Cross product is on track to play Sunday.
Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Nursing knee issue
Raymond was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.
Analysis: Raymond appears to have picked up a knee injury during Week 15's loss to the Texans, during which he caught one of two targets for two yards. If he were forced to miss any time, Dion Lewis would likely take over as Tennessee's top kick returner.
Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Game-clinching touchdown
Raymond hauled in his only target for a 40-yard touchdown in Week 13 against the Colts.
Analysis: Raymond was held without a catch or target through 57 minutes but came up with the game-clinching touchdown. With just over three minutes remaining in the contest, Raymond beat safety Rolan Milligan deep to put the Titans' up two scores. Though he has only six targets and five receptions on the season, Raymond has established himself as a deep threat by connecting with Ryan Tannehill for big gains of 52 and 40 yards.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Provides deep threat
Raymond hauled in his only target for a 52-yard reception in the team's Week 10 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Raymond was the target of a deep play-action pass with 11 minutes left in the second quarter that was originally called a touchdown. Though Raymond was ruled down by contact prior to reaching the end zone, he still provided the Titans' with their longest play of the contest on a rare vertical shot deep down the field. Prior to Sunday's game, Raymond had been on the field for just 26 offensive snaps -- all of which came since Week 8.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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