Dontayvion Wicks

Wicks is a burner and a field stretcher. In 2021, Wicks ranked sixth among all FBS wide receivers in deep targets (37.6% of his target volume), 14th in deep receiving yards, and 24th in deep passer rating when targeted (minimum 15 deep targets, 124.7). He has immediate lightning-fast acceleration off the line. He consistently stacks corners downfield with speed releases. Wicks does exhibit some body-catching. His ball-tracking downfield has been stellar, though. Drops are his big issue, as they cropped up heavily in 2022. He dropped 23.1% of his targets which was the highest among FBS wide receivers with at least 50 targets.

The Green Bay Packers have selected Virginia WR Dontayvion Wicks with the No. 159 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact

Wicks has excellent ball skills and plays on the outside, putting together a solid combine with a 39-inch vertical. He'll provide further WR depth for the Packers as they add young offensive talent to surround Jordan Love.