Last week, Chase Young had the opportunity to play against the team that drafted him, the Washington Commanders. The defensive end answered the call and put up his highest sacks total as a Saint. It’s Marquez Valdez-Scantling’s turn on Monday Night Football. Can he put up a similar performance to Young against his first team?
Valdes-Scantling had just two catches for 25 yards when the Kansas City Chiefs played at Lambeau Field last year. The New Orleans Saints deploy Valdes-Scantling in a much more prominent role than he was used in Kansas City, however.
Alvin Kamara’s groin injury takes Valdes-Scantling from being the Saints lead receiver to the top receiving threat at any position. The receiver has crossed 50 receiving yards in all but one game, and has been a consistent deep threat.
Valdes-Scantling has four catches of over 35 yards and three catches over 40 yards. Not only has he pulled in many deep balls. He’s also had a knack for the end zone. Three of those 35-plus yard catches went for touchdowns.
Here’s a bold prediction for you: the Marquez Valdes-Scantling Revenge Game will feature a 50-yard touchdown, ending his two week scoring drought.