DJ Chark Jr.

I'd stay far away from D.J. Chark. His vertical game with Goff does not project well. Goff's average depth of throw has decreased over the last four seasons, with his most recent 2021 mark (6.8) ranking dead last among 38 qualifying quarterbacks.

During Chark's fantasy WR17 season in 2019, he ranked sixth in the NFL in catches of 20-plus air yards (13) before his injury. Goff has averaged 13 completions of 20-plus air yards the last two seasons.

Chark screams like he will be used more like a vertical field stretcher decoy that will open up targets for St. Brown, running backs, and tight ends underneath.

D.J. Chark Jr. intends to sign one-year deal with the Lions

According to Adam Schefter, Former Jaguars WR D.J. Chark Jr. intends to sign one-year deal with the Lions.

Fantasy Impact

The former Jaguars WR is intending to sign a one-year, $10 million deal with the Lions. WIth the Jaguars signing both Christian Kirk and Zay Jones on Monday, it seems Chark pivoted his contract negotiations elsewhere. Adam Schefter is reporting that Chark's contract could be worth up to $12 million. With the addition of the veteran WR to the Lions, Amon-Ra St. Brown, who has become a trendy WR in redraft and dynasty, is expected to take a slight hit in his production.