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Malachi Fields
WR · NYG · 23 yrs · exp 0 · Notre Dame
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Value
3,007
Rank
#145
Pos rank
#57
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J.J. McCarthy starting for Giants in Week 7
J.J. McCarthy will be the Giants starter in their Week 7 matchup against Houston. The Giants have benched Jameis Winston in favor of the younger McCarthy, who came to the Giants via trade with Minnesota a couple weeks ago. McCarthy has his flaws, some of which were on full display in the Giants comeback attempt against the Saints. However, he also nearly brought them back to a win, so it sounds like the coaching staff has decided the benefits outweigh the risks. Expect Malik Nabers and Isaiah Likely to continue to be force fed targets, with smaller shares going to Malachi Fields, Darnell Mooney, and the like
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Five NFL teams getting the most out of their rookie class: Dolphins, Browns leading the way
Week 5 of the NFL season has come and gone, and we have a good sample size of snaps so far, including from rookies. Seven teams had more than one pick in the first round of the 2026 draft: Jets , Browns , Titans , Chiefs , Giants , Cowboys and Dolphins . So, how are those rookie classes performing in relation to others? There are several ways to measure and weigh the impact of rookie performers, but there is no substitute for playing time. Before getting into the teams whose rookies have played the most, the five lowest snap totals belong to the Broncos (63), Rams (194), Seahawks (283), Eagles (403) and Cardinals (545). Here are the rookie classes that have played the most snaps this season: Baltimore's rookie class is headlined by offensive lineman Vega Ioane. He was playing right guard but was forced to start at center in Week 5, and the acquisition of Cam Jurgens will allow the Ravens to get the five best linemen on the field. Ioane is allowing pressure for every 32.4 pass blocking snaps, according to TruMedia. Rookie tight ends Matthew Hibner and Josh Cuevas have helped the franchise absorb the losses of Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar . Wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane saw a significant workload in Week 1, but was then lost for the season due to injury. Cornerback Chandler Rivers and edge rushers Zion Young and Ethan Burke have also factored into the defensive rotation. New York made two selections in the top-10 overall: linebacker Arvell Reese and right guard Francis Mauigoa . Those two players have accounted for more than half of the Giants' rookie snap counts. Additionally, 22% of the rookie snap count has been played on special teams. Reese has looked the part through five games. Mauigoa is allowing a pressure once every 18.7 pass blocking snaps, according to TruMedia. Cornerback Colton Hood has started two games for the team. Wide receiver Malachi Fields has been an asset in both the run and the pass. I wrote about Fields as one of the non-first-round picks who have taken on a large role this season. Los Angeles is off to an unforeseen and uncharacteristic 0-5 start. The team's issues go well beyond injuries, but those, too, have taken a toll. When veteran center Tyler Biadasz suffered a season-ending injury prior to the season, it forced Day 2 selection Jake Slaughter into the starting lineup. Slaughter is allowing a pressure for every 25.7 pass blocking snaps, according to TruMedia. Ten rookies have taken offensive or defensive snaps for the Chargers this season. Of the 612 offensive snaps, five offensive linemen have combined for all but 22. Safety Genesis Smith and edge rusher Akheem Mesidor are fully immersed in the defensive rotation. All of Cleveland's top-100 overall selections have delivered thus far. Spencer Fano and Austin Barber are starting at left tackle and right guard, respectively. Fano is allowing a pressure for every 23.1 pass blocking snaps, according to TruMedia. Barber is allowing a pressure for every 46.3 pass blocking snaps. Wide receivers Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion rank in the top three on the team in each of the following receiving categories: receptions, yards and targets. Safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren has seen his role expand with each passing week. His length and aggressiveness playing downhill have allowed the team to be more creative with personnel and blitz packages. McNeil-Warren often takes on the role of playing single high when the team opts for it. Cleveland's five other draft selections have a combined 118 snaps; all but three of which have come on special teams. Miami is on pace for 7,106 rookie snaps played this season, which is just off the pace for the most played in a season over the last decade. The Browns' 2016 rookie class played 7,185 snaps during a 16-game season. I previously wrote about that Browns class and other high-volume rookie classes over the last decade. Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez leads all NFL players with 57 tackles. He, along with safety Mich [... truncated ...]
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Jameis Winston throws for 250 yards, three TDs, Giants beat Cardinals 36-24
The Jameis Winston Experience struck again on Sunday, but the Giants were able to overcome giveaways to defeat the Cardinals, 30-24. Winston and the Giants got off to a bit of a slow start in the first half. But the quarterback then got the offense in the end zone with a 12-yard touchdown pass to Malachi Fields and a 25-yard touchdown to Malik Nabers. The Giants held a 19-17 lead at halftime and went down 24-19 when the Cardinals scored on a 2-yard pass from Jacoby Brissett midway through the third quarter. But Winston then connected with Theo Johnson for an 11-yard touchdown, giving New York a three-point lead late in the third quarter. And Dominic Zvada hit a 52-yard field goal with just over two minutes left in the contest to extend the lead to six. The Cardinals had a great chance to take the lead at the end of the contest, but New York’s defense kept Arizona out of the end zone and put an exclamation point on the victory. On fourth-and-goal from the 4, Deonte Banks picked off Brissett’s pass to Michael Wilson, returning it 98 yards for a touchdown. Winston ended the contest 18-of-29 for 250 yards with three touchdowns and two interceptions. Nabers led with six catches for 112 yards and a TD. On the other side, Brissett was 21-of-35 for 166 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions. Wilson has seven catches for 95 yards while Trey McBride was held to just seven catches for 31 yards. Giants defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (neck), receiver/returner Braxton Berrios (foot), safety Jason Pinnock (concussion) all exited and did not return. With the win, the Giants are now 3-1 and will take on the Commanders on the road next week. The Cardinals are now 1-3 and will host the Lions in Week 4
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Giants release Odell Beckham Jr., franchise legend makes zero catches in return to New York
The New York Giants are releasing wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. , per NFL Media . The news comes on the heels of the Giants' 12-7 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, where Beckham played just six offensive snaps and saw one target. He leaves New York for the second time in his career, having played a total of 20 offensive snaps in three games with zero catches this season. OBJ, who was selected by New York with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, ranks second in franchise history behind Amani Toomer in receiving yards with 5,476. He also ranks fourth in receiving touchdowns with 44. His return to the Giants was one of the more fun and nostalgic storylines of the offseason, but he found himself low on the depth chart behind Malik Nabers , Darnell Mooney and Malachi Fields . Fans wanted to see more of him, though. During Sunday's victory over Tennessee, those at MetLife Stadium chanted for Beckham. #Giants fans chanting they want “OBJ.” They want to see @obj more involved: pic.twitter.com/XSIVevobrP ESPN points out that the Giants had to decide on the placement of wide receiver and punt returner Braxton Berrios, who is now out of practice squad elevations. It's fair to assume the decision to part ways with OBJ means Berrios will be signed to the active roster. While the Giants are tied atop the NFC East with a 2-1 record, the 2026 campaign remains in flux after quarterback Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 2. Jameis Winston started in Week 3, but the Giants also traded for former No. 10 overall pick J.J. McCarthy this week. This is a developing story
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Odell Beckham Jr. was on the field for three plays on Monday night
The first real sighting of Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. on Monday night happened when ESPN cameras captured him giving his former head coach, Sean McVay, a post-game hug. During the game, OBJ made even less of a cameo appearance. Beckham was on the field for only three snaps. Out of 58 total offensive plays. By way of comparison, Malachi Fields had 47 snaps. Malik Nabers played 43. Darnell Mooney was on the field for 42. Even Braxton Berrios — primarily a special-teamer — had five offensive snaps. Making the lack of involvement from Beckham more surprising is the fact that starting quarterback Jaxson Dart made an early exit with a knee injury. Beckham and backup quarterback Jameis Winston have a strong rapport, and Winston struggled in relief of Dart, completing 11 of 27 throws. Why not give Beckham and Winston a chance to connect? The other question is whether Beckham has frustrations regarding his lack of involvement. Yes, he’s apparently happy to simply be back in the NFL after a year out of football. But, with only three snaps in a prime-time game, is he really back? In Week 1, Beckham was on the field for 11 of 69 snaps. He has been targeted zero times, through two games. From the Giants’ perspective, it’s fair to wonder whether a game-day roster spot is being wasted on someone who isn’t contributing to the cause. As MDS points out, the Giants have receiver Dalen Cambre on the practice squad. He was second in the NCAA in special-teams tackles as a senior, and he blocked two punts at the college level. Yes, the Giants bringing Beckham back to Big Blue is a good story. The fans love him. But the early-season trends aren’t encouraging. At some point, they’re going to need his roster spot. Especially if they don’t put Dart on IR and add another quarterback (other than Berrios) to serve as the backup to Winston
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Malachi Fields hauls in two passes Monday
Malachi Fields caught 2-of-6 targets for 30 yards in Monday night's loss to the Rams. With QB Jaxson Dart potentially out, Fields' targets might not improve significantly in the coming weeks
WR · NYG
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Malachi Fields heavily dropped (#25)
Sleeper trending/drop: Malachi Fields (13285) count=80125 (Δ80125 vs prior poll)
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Malachi Fields - Another two grabs in loss
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Fields brought in two of six targets for 30 yards in the Giants' 28-6 loss to the Rams on Monday night. Fields finished third in receptions and second in targets for the Giants on a night when Jaxson Dart (knee) exited after just one series. One of Fields' catches came during that opening drive, as he secured a 14-yard grab on third down to move the chains. The rookie third-round pick has enjoyed a solid complementary role over his first two NFL games, posting a 4-55-0 line on 10 targets. Fields is slotting in ahead of veteran Darnell Mooney on the depth chart heading into a Week 3 home matchup against the Titans on Sunday
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Darnell Mooney Settles Into a Modest Role to Start the Season
Darnell Mooney had a modest role in Week 1, playing 57% of snaps and catching 2 passes for 27 yards. He's unlikely to pass Malik Nabers and Malachi Fields on the depth chart and needs to produce to fend off Odell Beckham Jr. competition
WR · NYG
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Malachi Fields - Two catches in regular-season debut
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Fields caught two of four targets for 25 yards during Sunday night's 28-20 victory over the Cowboys. Fields was on the field for 50 of the team's 69 total offensive snaps in his regular-season debut, and he appears to be settling in as the Giants' No. 2 option at wide receiver behind Malik Nabers. The 23-year-old has a sizeable 6-foot-4 frame, and he could continue to garner more looks moving forward as he gets more comfortable at the NFL level
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Darnell Mooney quiet in win Sunday
Mooney's minimal production in Bears' win over Cowboys signals a dip in his fantasy value, while the Bears’ WR depth remains intact
WR · NYG
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Malachi Fields catches two passes Sunday
Rookie wide receiver Malachi Fields had a modest debut with 25 yards on two catches, indicating limited immediate fantasy upside
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Yahoo Sports' Fantasy Football Live crew discuss if Malik Nabers will play for the New York Giants in Week 1. The biggest variable and the biggest unknown is Malik Nabers, who has a knee injury. He is questionable for Sunday Night Football. Adam Schefter, right before we went live here, said that he is murky at best to play in week one. Josh, we talked about this on the week one preview show on Fantasy Football Live just this Thursday. How are you doing emotionally since then? And what are you doing with Malik Nabers in your many, many lineups that you have? It's a great question. We'll talk about this a little bit later too, but he's a 23rd pick close on Yahoo during fantasy draft season. I mean, he had no setbacks this August period. He has been medically cleared. He's practiced in full Wednesday through Friday. But Matt, as you said, it is quite clear that the Giants have left it up to Malik Nabers if he's going to play. And he said he is praying on it. He's hoping to get, you know, some communication from God in order to touch the turf today. I will add the wide receiver room is a mess behind Malik Nabers. There is Odell Beckham with his, you know, blonde highlights back and Malachi Fields, and that's about it. So if this team really is, what, three-point underdogs later this evening against the Dallas Cowboys, the markets are certainly expecting Malik Nabers to play today, but, maybe Malik Nabers is not looking forward to playing today
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Yahoo Sports' Fantasy Football Live crew discuss if Malik Nabers will play for the New York Giants in Week 1. The biggest variable and the biggest unknown is Malik Nabers, who has a knee injury. He is questionable for Sunday Night Football. Adam Schefter, right before we went live here, said that he is murky at best to play in week one. Josh, we talked about this on the week one preview show on Fantasy Football Live just this Thursday. How are you doing emotionally since then? And what are you doing with Malik Nabers in your many, many lineups that you have? It's a great question. We'll talk about this a little bit later too, but he's a 23rd pick close on Yahoo during fantasy draft season. I mean, he had no setbacks this August period. He has been medically cleared. He's practiced in full Wednesday through Friday. But Matt, as you said, it is quite clear that the Giants have left it up to Malik Nabers if he's going to play. And he said he is praying on it. He's hoping to get, you know, some communication from God in order to touch the turf today. I will add the wide receiver room is a mess behind Malik Nabers. There is Odell Beckham with his, you know, blonde highlights back and Malachi Fields, and that's about it. So if this team really is, what, three-point underdogs later this evening against the Dallas Cowboys, the markets are certainly expecting Malik Nabers to play today, but, maybe Malik Nabers is not looking forward to playing today
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Odell Beckham Jr. to Have Opportunities in Giants Homecoming
Odell Beckham Jr. has made the Giants' 53-man roster and is expected to see opportunities in Week 1 against the Cowboys. With Malik Nabers questionable and limited other healthy receivers ahead of him, Beckham could be a surprise fantasy contributor, especially against a Cowboys defense that was vulnerable to wide receivers last season
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Malachi Fields a Player to Watch in Week 1
Rookie WR Malachi Fields is set to make his NFL debut for the New York Giants in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys. With Darius Slayton released and Malik Nabers (knee) questionable, Fields, who impressed in training camp and preseason, could see a significant role as WR2, especially against a Cowboys secondary that yielded a lot of fantasy points to receivers last season. He is a player to monitor for Week 1 waiver claims
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