Deon Cain Leads Eagles In Receiving During Preseason Finale
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Deon Cain caught 6-of-9 targets and gained 62 yards during the team's 27-13 preseason loss to the Indianapolis Colts. Philadelphia played almost exclusively backups during the preseason finale in an attempt to figure out who would make the final roster after cutdowns, with the 27-year-old looking like the most complete receiver Thursday night. Tyrie Cleveland was the standout through the first few weeks of the preseason. However, he was waived due to injury, leaving the likes of Cain, Joseph Ngata, Devon Allen, and the newly signed Freddie Swain fighting for one of the final wide receiver spots on the roster. After last night's performances, Cain and Swain will likely be the final two in contention. Whoever is cut will likely revert to the practice squad.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Deon Cain caught two of his eight targets for 26 yards during Saturday's preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins. The six targets he did not catch came from third-string quarterback Reid Sinnett. The 26-year-old has had a solid preseason up to this point, making a serious push for a roster spot. His top competition for a roster spot, John Hightower, led Philadelphia in receiving Saturday, but it likely was not enough to push Cain off the roster. For fantasy purposes, Cain is off the radar for redraft formats. However, the third-year receiver is a name to monitor in dynasty leagues if Philadelphia has a slew of injuries at the wide receiver position.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Deon Cain finished with five receptions on seven targets for 66 yards during Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns. A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith were inactive, while slot receiver Quez Watkins recorded only two targets with minimal usage. The Eagles were giving their backup receivers reps, with Gardner Minshew starting under center. Cain shined the brightest of the bunch. The former sixth-round pick has an outside shot at making the final roster if he can continue to produce late in next week's game against the Miami Dolphins. With Jalen Reagor struggling in the contest and rumors of him surfacing on the roster bubble, Cain took a step in the right direction to make the team. The former Clemson alum has little to no fantasy value for redraft but could be a name to monitor in dynasty leagues if injuries occur.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain saw his stock rise earlier this week when fellow wideout Devin Funchess (collarbone) was placed on Injured Reserve. Throughout the preseason and training camp, Cain steadily saw his stock rise with his crisp route running and professionalism. In Week 1, he recorded just two catches, but it was on just two targets. He averaged 17.5 yards per reception on the day. The Tennessee Titans in Week 2 don't have a particularly elite secondary. As long as Cain gets increased volume, he could have some interesting flex appeal in Week 2.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain(knee) has had a great preseason after returning from last season's torn ACL. On Tuesday, the team released their first official depth chart of the year, and he was listed as the third wide receiver. Cain does a lot of his damage close to the line of scrimmage, which is where quarterback Jacoby Brissett likes to throw. If he can quickly establish a role, he can have a ton of upside this season and could become relevant off the waiver wire early in the season. Keep an eye on him in deeper leagues.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain has been showing out throughout training camp. That remained true during the team's Week 2 of the preseason game against the Cleveland Browns. He was their best offensive player with seven catches for 80 yards. Behind wide receiver T.Y. Hilton and Devin Funchess, there is a role available for someone to capture, and Cain is doing his best to make his case. If he's able to maintain similar levels of performance moving forward, he can become a great weapon for this offense.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain has recovered from a torn ACL during last year's training camp. He's a quiet sleeper for the Colts, but, with the injury to fellow wideout Daurice Fountain (ankle) his stock is on the rise. On an offense that should be one of the best in football, he can quickly gain a regular role if he keeps making consistent plays as he has during the preseason.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain effectively took a redshirt during his first NFL season after he tore his ACL during training camp. During this year's training camp, he's been receiving glowing reviews from everyone on the team's staff. On Thursday, he made his NFL debut against the Buffalo Bills in preseason action with a rather quiet night. On four targets, he had just two catches for 15 yards. His workload will likely increase throughout the preseason, but the team will be looking to see more from him as he tries to snag a roster spot.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain (ACL), who missed all of last season after he tore his ACL in training camp, is expected to make his Colts debut on Thursday during the team's first preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. This will be his first live-game action in over a year. He's been receiving positive reviews throughout training camp, so it will be exciting to see what he's able to do against live defenders as he fights for a roster spot.
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Deon Cain suffered a torn ACL during training camp last season. Through the first couple days of the 2019 camp, he's been getting positive reviews. GM Chris Ballard singled him out saying that he's grown a lot over the last year, and the former sixth-round pick should have the opportunity to make some noise during camp this year. Behind fellow wideouts T.Y. Hilton and Devin Funchess, no one has locked down their role within the offense. If Cain can stay healthy, he may be able to carve out a set role for himself during the season.
