New Orleans Saints wide receiver Lynn Bowden has played a partial role in the offense over the past few weeks with Rashid Shaheed (thigh) missing time. Shaheed has logged back-to-back limited practices, indicating that he has a chance to be on the field on Sunday against the New York Giants. Shaheed's status in this game will determine Bowden's role. If Shaheed plays, Bowden cannot be considered in lineups. If he misses, Bowden is a deep league flier against a New York defense surrendering the sixth-most fantasy points per game to opposing receivers. Chris Olave (ankle) is likely to miss, giving plenty of target opportunities to the rest of the Saints' weapons.
Lynn Bowden Could Step Up In Banged-Up Receiver Room
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Lynn Bowden filled in for an injured Rashid Shaheed (thigh) last week, taking slot receiver snaps and factoring into the rushing game on two carries for 40 yards. With Shaheed logging back-to-back DNPs at practice this week, his status for Sunday is in doubt, meaning that Bowden could again see some usage. The 26-year-old journeyman receiver should only be rostered in the deepest of leagues but could be considered as a desperation flex play against a Detroit secondary surrendering the fourth-most points per game to opposing receivers. Monitor the statuses of Chris Olave (concussion protocol) and Shaheed before making a tough call to place Bowden in lineups against Detroit.
The Patriots released wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. The Raiders selected Bowden in the 2020 NFL Draft after a quality collegiate career. Since then, he's played for the Dolphins, where he was eventually waived before signing with New England in September 2022. Unfortunately, he hasn't lived up to expectations at the professional level, so he isn't anticipated to have any fantasy value even if he lands elsewhere heading into the 2023-24 campaign.
The New England Patriots signed wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. to a Reserve/Futures deal for the 2023 season. Bowden spent the 2022 campaign on the team's practice squad and was active in Week 9 against the Indianapolis Colts, but he played only 14 offensive snaps and wasn't targeted at all. The former third-round pick by the Las Vegas Raiders in 2020 was eventually traded to the Miami Dolphins. In 10 games for the Dolphins in 2020, Bowden caught 28 of 37 targets for 211 yards and no touchdowns. The 25-year-old will remain in New England this year and will compete for an active roster spot this summer.
Patriots Sign Lynn Bowden Jr. To The Practice Squad
The New England Patriots signed former Las Vegas Raiders and Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. to their practice squad on Thursday, according to a source. Bowden was one of the most versatile players in the country during his time at Kentucky, and he was a third-round pick by the Raiders in 2020. Despite his versatility, the 24-year-old hasn't been able to stick in the NFL yet and had 28 catches (37 targets) for 211 yards and no touchdowns in his only action for Miami in 2020. Head coach Bill Belichick could find some interesting ways to use Bowden, but for now he'll just serve as wideout depth behind Jakobi Meyers, DeVante Parker, Kendrick Bourne, Nelson Agholor and special teams ace Matthew Slater.
The Miami Dolphins released wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. on Tuesday, according to a source. Bowden has plenty of versatility as a running back, slot receiver and kick returner, but the Dolphins just didn't have room for him after adding Tyreek Hill and Cedrick Wilson Jr. in the offseason. The 24-year-old will surely latch on with another organization as a special teams asset, at the very least. The former third-rounder in 2020 didn't see the field at all last season, but he caught 28 of 37 targets for 211 yards and no touchdowns in 10 games (four starts) for the Dolphins in his rookie season after being acquired from the Las Vegas Raiders.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. turned his lone target into a 39-yard touchdown reception during Saturday's preseason finale against the Philadelphia Eagles. Presumably on the roster bubble, Bowden's performance could be the difference between a cut or trade. Regardless of what happens over the next few days, the young receiver doesn't have a clear path to fantasy relevance.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. hauled in three of four targets for 55 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Originally drafted by the Raiders in 2020, Bowden was dealt to the Dolphins before he could even play a snap in Las Vegas. He caught 28 passes for 211 yards as a rookie but missed all of last season due to injury. Assuming he continues to play well in training camp and the preseason, Bowden could be fighting for the fourth-string role in Miami. It's also possible that he's traded again before rosters trim down.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (hamstring) has been placed on the injured reserve on Tuesday. He recently suffered a hamstring injury and was expected to miss a few weeks. Now, Bowden has been placed on the injured reserve, which is likely going to end his 2021 season. He was already a borderline player and barely a fantasy option in deeper formats. His absence could mean an uptick in playing time for Preston Williams or Mack Hollins. However, neither of them will have much value since the Dolphins still have too many mouths to feed.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. (hamstring) was forced to leave early during Thursday's practice. It's uncertain if Bowden will be able to suit up for their next preseason matchup. In the meantime, Jakeem Grant should get increased snaps as he attempts to pass Bowden on the depth chart. Regardless, neither Bowden or Grant should have much of a role in Miami. The Dolphins have DeVante Parker, Will Fuller, and Jaylen Waddle as their main receiving options. It's unlikely anyone outside of those three receivers has much fantasy value in Miami.
