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6/26/23
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NFL Betting: Target Chris Olave's Season-Long Yards Receiving Line on PrizePicks
Following a sensational rookie season and the addition of a reliable quarterback in the 2023 NFL offseason, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave could be primed for another impressive campaign. Here's one way football fans can take advantage of New Orleans' budding star.
Olave MORE Than 999.5 Yards Receiving on PrizePicks
Olave had an exceptional rookie year, displaying incredible talent and adaptability. Despite switching quarterbacks mid-season — Jameis Winston to Andy Dalton — Olave managed to rack up an impressive 1,042 yards receiving in just 15 games, with injury cutting short two of those games.
Looking ahead to this season, Olave will have Derek Carr as his quarterback. Carr has helped his top pass catcher surpass the 1,000-yard mark for the past four seasons. Moreover, the Saints are fortunate to have a schedule that heavily favors pass catchers with 14 of their 17 games played in a dome, ensuring optimal playing conditions. The only outdoor game in Tampa Bay during winter should not limit their ability to throw the ball.
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What truly sets Olave apart as a player is his ability to thrive against any type of coverage. In 2022, when facing single-high coverage, he commanded an impressive more than 25 percent target share and averaged more than 3.0 yards per route run.
Even against two-high coverage, Olave still maintained a target share of more than 20 percent and averaged more than 1.5 yards per route run. To put it in perspective, only a handful of elite players, including A.J. Brown, Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson and Tyreek Hill, achieved similar numbers in 2022.
With at least 14 games, Olave's exceptional talent, combined with advantageous factors such as playing with Carr and a favorable schedule, positions him strongly to surpass 1,000 yards receiving this season.
His outstanding skills, adaptability and the collaborative efforts of the Saints' offense will maximize his potential, allowing him to make a significant impact. Despite the potential game limitations, Olave's abilities and the circumstances surrounding him make it highly likely he will surpass the 1,000-yard receiving mark and remain a top-tier wide receiver in 2023.
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