Calvin Ridley

The last time we saw Calvin Ridley, he was still among the best receivers in the league. In 2021, Ridley was seventh in target share (27.4%), fourth in air yard share (40.0%), and fifth in route win rate. Ridley and Ryan couldn't find their old chemistry as Ryan's skills were profoundly diminishing. Ridley was subjected to backup quarterback-level target quality that ranked 63rd. His catchable target rate was only 71.2% (73rd). While it's worth pondering what version of Ridley we'll see returning from hiatus, don't for a second think he was playing poorly in 2021 despite the fantasy results not being there. With Trevor Lawrence taking a huge step forward in 2022, Ridley will be a WR2 next season.

The NFL has fully reinstated Calvin Ridley from his indefinite suspension.

Fantasy Impact

Ridley was suspended indefinitely in March 2022 for violating the league’s gambling policy. He was traded from the Falcons to the Jaguars last season for two future draft picks. Ridley should immediately become a key playmaker for the Jaguars in 2023.