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Rashod Bateman's Future in Baltimore is Bleak
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman doesn't seem to have a very encouraging outlook in dynasty fantasy football leagues. The former first-round pick has failed to live up to expectations. He has finished as the WR40 or worse in each of his five seasons, as well as WR69 or worse in four of those five. Despite playing in 13 games last year, he produced a putrid stat line of 19 catches, 224 yards, and two touchdowns. The Ravens do want to throw the ball more, but there are far more established options than Bateman. Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews are far more reliable targets, Devontez Walker arguably has greater upside than Bateman, and rookies Ja'Kobi Lane and Matt Hibner also have encouraging outlooks because of their direct ties to the new coaching staff in Baltimore. Bateman, on the other hand, is trending down and has no connection to new head coach Jesse Minter, nor new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle. Bateman is under contract with the Ravens through 2029, but assuming his 2026 season disappoints, he'll be a very likely cut candidate next offseason. At this point, he can safely be dropped in most dynasty leagues.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
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