Josh Oliver
27-Year-Old
2023 Receiving Stats
REC
22
YDS
213
TD
2
AVG
9.7
TAR
28
2024 Projections
Secures two touchdowns in 2023
Oliver appeared in all 17 games during the 2023 season, catching 22 of 28 targets for 213 yards and two touchdowns.
ANALYSIS
A third-round pick by the Jaguars in 2019, Oliver's targets, catches, yards and touchdowns all set or matched career highs. He saw action on 42 percent of the Vikings' offensive snaps after signing a three-year, $21 million deal with Minnesota last offseason. Oliver should once again play more of a blocking role behind T.J. Hockenson (knee) next season.
A third-round pick by the Jaguars in 2019, Oliver's targets, catches, yards and touchdowns all set or matched career highs. He saw action on 42 percent of the Vikings' offensive snaps after signing a three-year, $21 million deal with Minnesota last offseason. Oliver should once again play more of a blocking role behind T.J. Hockenson (knee) next season.
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Air Yards Per Game
4.2Air Yards Per Snap
0.16% Team Air Yards
1.5%% Team Targets
4.4%Avg Depth of Target
2.6 YdsCatch Rate
78.6%Drop Rate
7.1%Avg Yds After Catch
7.4% Targeted On Route
21.7%Avg Yds Per Route Run
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Josh Oliver
129 routes 28 targets
Receiving Alignment Breakdown
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2023 Josh Oliver Split Stats
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Measurables Review
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Height
6' 5"Weight
259 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.63 secShuttle Time
4.47 secCone Drill
7.21 secVertical Jump
34.0 inBroad Jump
117 inBench Press
22 repsHand Length
10.75 inArm Length
33.50 inLatest Fantasy Rumors
Coach teases more 12 personnel
Coach Kevin O'Connell said the Vikings will likely use 12 personnel, with two tight ends sharing the field, more frequently after signing Oliver and losing wide receiver Adam Thielen, per Jeff Howe of The Athletic.
ANALYSIS
Per O'Connell, signing Oliver "might lead one to believe we might play with a little bit more 12 personnel on the field." The Vikings frequently went three-wide in 2022 with Justin Jefferson, Thielen and K.J. Osborn, but the team's expected to shift its philosophy due to the change in personnel, with Oliver and T.J. Hockenson frequently sharing the field as a result. Oliver had 149 yards and two touchdowns for the Ravens in 2022 but could see more pass-catching opportunities with his new team.
Per O'Connell, signing Oliver "might lead one to believe we might play with a little bit more 12 personnel on the field." The Vikings frequently went three-wide in 2022 with Justin Jefferson, Thielen and K.J. Osborn, but the team's expected to shift its philosophy due to the change in personnel, with Oliver and T.J. Hockenson frequently sharing the field as a result. Oliver had 149 yards and two touchdowns for the Ravens in 2022 but could see more pass-catching opportunities with his new team.
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Oliver signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the Vikings in what was a surprise considering the large role T.J. Hockenson played in the second half of last season. In 35 career games, Oliver has caught only 26 passes for 230 yards, so he likely won't threaten Hockenson for targets. Instead, Oliver's focus will be on improving Minnesota's run blocking.
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Just one reception in loss
Oliver had one reception for 17 yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to Green Bay.
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Catches one pass in defeat
Oliver recorded a 33-yard reception in the Vikings' 30-24 loss to the Lions on Sunday.
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Goes catchless in win
Oliver played 28 of 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Raiders and failed to corral his lone target.
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Catches second TD of season
Oliver had four receptions for 47 yards on four targets, including a three-yard touchdown, in Sunday's loss at Denver.
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Loses key fumble in loss
Oliver had one reception for 15 yards on two targets but lost a fumble on Minnesota's opening possession in Sunday's loss to Kansas City.
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