John Brown (WR, BAL) - Week 2 Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Some of us were excited to see Baltimore Ravens wide receiver John Brown make the transition from Arizona to Baltimore and so far, so good. While others have been buying Michael Crabtree over the off-season, I’ve been practicing my new tagline of #NeverCrabtree and been buying Brown instead.

The move from the higher elevation in Arizona to a lower elevation in Baltimore has been one reason why Brown had the potential to bounce back in 2018. His sickle cell syndrome won’t be as big of an issue playing at home. He produced 44 yards on three catches to go along with a touchdown again the Bills and the Ravens seemed poised to establish the passing game in Week 1. After the Alex Collins fumble in the first half, the Ravens threw on 15 of the next 16 plays to close out the first half. If the Ravens find a more balanced approach this season, Brown could see some bigger plays. I don’t think Crabtree will be the guy to stretch the field, so give me the big playmaker for the Ravens instead.