2024 Receiving Stats
REC
26
YDS
253
TD
1
AVG
9.7
TAR
32
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Many prognosticators viewed Sanders as the No. 2 tight end prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft behind only Brock Bowers, but NFL front offices apparently didn’t agree, taking Ben Sinnott in the second round (Washington) and Tip Reiman in the third (Arizona) before Sanders landed in Carolina with the first pick of the fourth round. The slide could be a blessing in disguise for the tight end out of Texas, as his top competition for snaps is now fourth-year pro Tommy Tremble, who had fewer than 200 receiving yards in each of his first three seasons. Sanders, meanwhile, exceeded 600 receiving yards in each of his last two college seasons while competing for targets with a slew of other NFL prospects. And while not quite a burner -- he ran a 4.69 40 at the combine -- he showcased big-play ability last year with 12 catches of 20-plus yards, second only to Bowers among FBS tight ends. The 6-foot-4, 245-pound Sanders should instantly be the best receiving threat in Carolina's tight end room, though shortcomings in blocking and route running could curtail his playing time early on. Read Past Outlooks
Finds end zone in OT win
Sanders secured both of his targets for eight yards and a touchdown in the Panthers' 20-17 overtime win over the Giants in Munich on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Sanders operated as the top tight end with Tommy Tremble (back) out once again, and he cashed in with his first NFL touchdown on a five-yard grab in midway through the first quarter. The rookie heads into a Week 11 bye with six receptions for 95 yards and Sunday's score over his last two games and should continue to enjoy a reliable role in the air attack down the stretch run of the season.
Sanders operated as the top tight end with Tommy Tremble (back) out once again, and he cashed in with his first NFL touchdown on a five-yard grab in midway through the first quarter. The rookie heads into a Week 11 bye with six receptions for 95 yards and Sunday's score over his last two games and should continue to enjoy a reliable role in the air attack down the stretch run of the season.
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How do Ja'Tavion Sanders' 2024 advanced stats compare to other tight ends?
This section compares his advanced stats with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. The longer the bar, the better it is for the player.
Air Yards Per Game
14.9Air Yards Per Snap
0.43% Team Air Yards
6.9%% Team Targets
10.7%Avg Depth of Target
4.7 YdsCatch Rate
81.3%Drop Rate
9.4%Avg Yds After Catch
5.9% Targeted On Route
17.7%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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How often does Ja'Tavion Sanders run a route when on the field for a pass play?
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Ja'Tavion Sanders
181 routes 32 targets
Receiving Alignment Breakdown
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2024 Ja'Tavion Sanders Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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How do Ja'Tavion Sanders' measurables compare to other tight ends?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
6' 4"Weight
252 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.69 secShuttle Time
4.32 secHand Length
10.13 inArm Length
32.88 in
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Should be team's top TE in Week 10
Sanders is expected to serve as the Panthers' top tight end in Sunday's game against the Giants in Munich due to Tommy Tremble (back) being inactive for the contest, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
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Cleared to play
Sanders (wrist/ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Giants.
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Added to injury report
Sanders was limited at Thursday's practice due to wrist and ankle injuries.
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New career high in receiving yards
Sanders secured four of five targets for 87 yards in the Panthers' 23-22 win over the Saints on Sunday.
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Struggles in Week 8
Sanders caught his only target for seven yards in Sunday's 28-14 loss to the Broncos.
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Could be TE1 vs. Falcons
Sanders should see more snaps against Atlanta on Sunday after Tommy Tremble was ruled out due to a concussion, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sanders saw a season-high five targets during the Panthers' Week 5 loss to the Bears, four of which came after Tremble left in the second quarter. With Tremble still in concussion protocols and Ian Thomas listed as questionable due to a calf injury, Sanders could be the Panthers' top tight end for Sunday's NFC South matchup. Sanders could see even more looks from quarterback Andy Dalton if wide receiver Diontae Johnson is unable to play through an ankle injury that has limited him in practice all week. Over his last two outings, Sanders has caught five passes on seven targets for 29 yards.
Sanders saw a season-high five targets during the Panthers' Week 5 loss to the Bears, four of which came after Tremble left in the second quarter. With Tremble still in concussion protocols and Ian Thomas listed as questionable due to a calf injury, Sanders could be the Panthers' top tight end for Sunday's NFC South matchup. Sanders could see even more looks from quarterback Andy Dalton if wide receiver Diontae Johnson is unable to play through an ankle injury that has limited him in practice all week. Over his last two outings, Sanders has caught five passes on seven targets for 29 yards.