WR JAX
College: Texas A&M | 6 years
Height: 5'11" | Weight: 200 lbs
Birth Date: 1996-11-18
2024 Bye Week: 12
Salary: $3
Total Pts: 248
Avg Pts: 14.59
Rank: 41 WR
Pappa's Moonshine
Kirk missed the last five games of the season because of a groin injury. He was played well before getting hurt, having double-digit fantasy points all but four games. He had two 100-yard games and 20-plus points two times. If Kirk plays a full season, he has 81 receptions for 1,115 yards and four touchdowns. His numbers would have been very similar to his first season in Jacksonville. Kirk is a huge part of this Jags passing game and should continue to fill a big role going forward. He has one 1,000-yard season for his career and 75-plus receptions two of three seasons. Kirk doesn't have great size, but is good on underneath routes and catches the ball very well. He doesn't make a lot of big plays in the passing game but is capable because of his top speed. Kirk does his best work on shorter routes, making him a good move the chains player.
FANTASY OUTLOOK: Kirk is a solid No. 2 fantasy receiver, getting consistent work. He has posted very similar numbers in two seasons with the Jaguars, so expect more of the same. Kirk can get around 80 receptions for 1,100 yards and seven touchdowns.
In 2022, Christian Kirk finished as WR19 in PPR, averaging 14.2 fantasy points per game. With Calvin Ridley in the mix in 2023, Kirk averaged just 12.5 fantasy points per game, which was just WR33 on a per-game basis. He showed he could be a viable number one wide receiver in 2022, and he was rewarded as such from Trevor Lawrence. That season without Ridley, he saw 22 red zone targets which led to eight touchdowns. In 2023, Ridley was Lawrence's guy in the red zone, which lowered Kirk's red zone targets to just six last season. As a result, he scored just three touchdowns. The Jags added Brian Thomas Jr. and Gabe Davis this offseason, but neither guy is Ridley. Kirk (along with Evan Engram) will be a top target-earner in Jacksonville in 2024. As such, we should see him re-establish himself as WR1 for the Jaguars. However, with Engram's emergence in 2023 and Thomas Jr. and Davis' arrivals this offseason, there's probably a bit more target competition this season than there was in 2022. Regardless, Kirk should be considered a low-end WR2 with top-20 upside in 2024 due to his established rapport and chemistry with Lawrence.
In 2022, Christian Kirk finished as WR19 in PPR, averaging 14.2 fantasy points per game. With Calvin Ridley in the mix in 2023, Kirk averaged just 12.5 fantasy points per game, which was just WR33 on a per-game basis. He showed he could be a viable number one wide receiver in 2022, and he was rewarded as such from Trevor Lawrence. That season without Ridley, he saw 22 red zone targets which led to eight touchdowns. In 2023, Ridley was Lawrence's guy in the red zone, which lowered Kirk's red zone targets to just six last season. As a result, he scored just three touchdowns. The Jags added Brian Thomas Jr. and Gabe Davis this offseason, but neither guy is Ridley. Kirk (along with Evan Engram) will be a top target-earner in Jacksonville in 2024. As such, we should see him re-establish himself as WR1 for the Jaguars. However, with Engram's emergence in 2023 and Thomas Jr. and Davis' arrivals this offseason, there's probably a bit more target competition this season than there was in 2022. Regardless, Kirk should be considered a low-end WR2 with top-20 upside in 2024 due to his established rapport and chemistry with Lawrence.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring |
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Week 1 | 1 | Christian Kirk 1 reception (1 pts) |
Week 2 | 42 | Christian Kirk 11 receptions (11 pts) Christian Kirk 11 receptions (5 pts) Christian Kirk 110 receiving yds (21 pts) Christian Kirk 110 rush and rec yds (5 pts) |
Week 3 | 24 | Christian Kirk 26 yd TD reception (5 pts) Christian Kirk 4 receptions (4 pts) Christian Kirk 1 receiving TD (5 pts) . . . Christian Kirk 26 yd TD pass from Trevor Lawrence Christian Kirk 54 receiving yds (10 pts) |
Week 4 | 24 | Christian Kirk 8 receptions (8 pts) Christian Kirk 84 receiving yds (16 pts) |
Week 5 | 21 | Christian Kirk 6 receptions (6 pts) Christian Kirk 78 receiving yds (15 pts) |
Week 6 | 23 | Christian Kirk 29 yd TD reception (5 pts) Christian Kirk 3 receptions (3 pts) Christian Kirk 1 tackle (3 pts) Christian Kirk 1 receiving TD (5 pts) . . . Christian Kirk 29 yd TD pass from Trevor Lawrence Christian Kirk 49 receiving yds (7 pts) |
Week 7 | 37 | Christian Kirk 44 yd TD reception (9 pts) Christian Kirk 15.0 yds per reception (5 pts) Christian Kirk 1 fumble lost (-5 pts) Christian Kirk 6 receptions (6 pts) Christian Kirk 1 receiving TD (5 pts) . . . Christian Kirk 44 yd TD pass from Trevor Lawrence Christian Kirk 90 receiving yds (17 pts) |
Week 8 | 11 | Christian Kirk 4 receptions (4 pts) Christian Kirk 46 receiving yds (7 pts) |
Week 9 | 0 | |
Week 10 | 31 | Christian Kirk 17.3 yds per reception (5 pts) Christian Kirk 1 fumble lost (-5 pts) Christian Kirk 6 receptions (6 pts) Christian Kirk 104 receiving yds (20 pts) Christian Kirk 104 rush and rec yds (5 pts) |
Week 11 | 10 | Christian Kirk 3 receptions (3 pts) Christian Kirk 48 receiving yds (7 pts) |
Week 12 | 20 | Christian Kirk 4 receptions (4 pts) Christian Kirk 89 receiving yds (16 pts) |
Week 13 | 4 | Christian Kirk 1 reception (1 pts) Christian Kirk 26 receiving yds (3 pts) |
Week 14 | 0 | |
Playoff Week 1 | 0 | |
Playoff Week 2 | 0 | |
Playoff Week 3 | 0 | |
Playoff Week 4 | 0 |
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said that wide receiver Christian Kirk (calf) is feeling good and will return to practice this week. A mild calf injury has kept Kirk off the practice field at training camp for around two weeks, but the 27-year-old will return this week and should have plenty of time to get up to speed in order to suit up in the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sept. 8 against the Miami Dolphins. Don't be surprised if Jacksonville eases Kirk back into practice this week. A groin injury cut his season short in 2023, leading him to finish with a 57-787-3 line in just 12 games played. Kirk set career-highs in catches (84), receiving yards (1,108) and touchdowns (eight) the year before, though, and he was on pace for similar numbers last year before his injury. A bounce-back season could be in the making for Kirk in 2024 as long as he's healthy, making him a nice WR3/flex target in upcoming fantasy drafts.
From RotoBaller
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Christian Kirk (calf) will be held out of practice this week, according to sources Monday, Aug. 19.
From TheHuddle
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said that wide receiver Christian Kirk (calf) and quarterback C.J. Beathard (groin) won't play in the preseason finale this Friday against the Atlanta Falcons on the road. Kirk missed practice last week due to what is considered a mild calf injury, so the team is playing it safe with him so that he'll be ready for the Week 1 regular-season opener on Sept. 8 against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Beathard suffered a groin injury in Saturday's preseason contest. With Kirk out again this week, Gabe Davis and rookie first-rounder Brian Thomas Jr. will see more reps, as well as Parker Washington, Devin Duvernay and rookie Joshua Cephus. When healthy, the 27-year-old Kirk will be looking to bounce back in 2024 after an injury-plagued 2023. He faces competition for targets from Davis and Thomas, but if healthy, he's a solid WR3/flex target in fantasy.
From RotoBaller
According to head coach Doug Pederson, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk is dealing with a mild calf injury that has sidelined him for joint practices against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Saturday's preseason game. Kirk is scheduled for re-evaluation next week. The Jaguars plan to rest key players, including Kirk, in the upcoming game against Tampa Bay, having already given most of their top players only brief appearances in the preseason opener against the Chiefs. With three and a half weeks remaining before the regular season opener, the mild calf injury is not expected to jeopardize Kirk's availability for the start of the season. Kirk, who became the Jaguars' No. 1 receiver in 2022 after signing a four-year, $72 million contract with $37 million guaranteed, had a standout season, catching 84 passes for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns. Although Kirk missed the final five games of the 2023 season due to a core muscle injury that required surgery, he is anticipated to play a significant role in the Jaguars' offense in 2024. Mainly as the Jaguars help their two new wide receivers, Gabe Davis and Brian Thomas Jr., adapt to their system. Parker Washington took over Kirk's starting role when he went out, showing he would be the wide receiver to pick up off waivers if Kirk misses any time.
From RotoBaller
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Christian Kirk (calf) is out of practice Thursday, Aug. 15, with a mild calf injury.
Fantasy Spin: Kirk had a 57-787-3 line in 12 games last year, and he's a stable WR3 if he can remain healthy.
From TheHuddle
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk (groin), who missed the final five games of last season with a groin injury, said he's feeling good and healthy this spring during organized team activities. The Jaguars receiving room lost Calvin Ridley and Zay Jones this offseason but added Gabe Davis via free agency and took Brian Thomas in the first round of the NFL draft. Especially with Ridley out of the picture in 2024, the 27-year-old Kirk is the team's most experienced pass-catcher who should be the favorite to be quarterback Trevor Lawrence's most trusted target. Before getting hurt last year, the former second-round pick by the Arizona Cardinals in 2018 out of Texas A&M had 57 catches (85 targets) for 787 yards and three touchdowns in 12 starts. In his first year with Jacksonville, Kirk had a career-high 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns.
From RotoBaller
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Christian Kirk (core) is on track in his recovery from a core muscle injury and has been able to participate in offseason workouts, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
Fantasy Spin: Kirk should be fine for training camp and will be a big part of the passing game this upcoming season. He can be considered a No. 3 or No. 4 receiver in fantasy leagues when healthy.
From TheHuddle
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | 100 Yds | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 248 | 57 | 787 | 3 | |||||||
Week 1 | @IND | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 | ||||||
Week 2 | KC | 42 | 11 | 110 | 0 | ||||||
Week 3 | HOU | 24 | 4 | 54 | 1 | ||||||
Week 4 | ATL | 24 | 8 | 84 | 0 | ||||||
Week 5 | @BUF | 21 | 6 | 78 | 0 | ||||||
Week 6 | IND | 23 | 3 | 49 | 1 | ||||||
Week 7 | @NO | 37 | 6 | 90 | 1 | ||||||
Week 8 | @PIT | 11 | 4 | 46 | 0 | ||||||
Week 9 | bye | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 10 | SF | 31 | 6 | 104 | 0 | ||||||
Week 11 | TEN | 10 | 3 | 48 | 0 | ||||||
Week 12 | @HOU | 20 | 4 | 89 | 0 | ||||||
Week 13 | CIN | 4 | 1 | 26 | 0 | ||||||
Week 14 | @CLE | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 15 | BAL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 16 | @TB | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 17 | CAR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 18 | @TEN | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |