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5 AAF wide receivers the Arizona Cardinals could target

By Avery Duncan

TEMPE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 22: Wide receiver Rashad Ross #15 of the Arizona State Sun Devils scores a 38 yard touchdown reception against the Utah Utes during the first quarter of the college football game at Sun Devil Stadium on September 22, 2012 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
TEMPE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 22: Wide receiver Rashad Ross #15 of the Arizona State Sun Devils scores a 38 yard touchdown reception against the Utah Utes during the first quarter of the college football game at Sun Devil Stadium on September 22, 2012 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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LANDOVER, MD – OCTOBER 25: Rashad Ross #19 of the Washington Redskins returns a kick off in the second quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at FedExField on October 25, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Matt Hazlett/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD – OCTOBER 25: Rashad Ross #19 of the Washington Redskins returns a kick off in the second quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at FedExField on October 25, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Matt Hazlett/Getty Images) /

Rashad Ross, Arizona Hotshots

2019 stats: 32 receptions, 505 yards, 6 touchdowns

This name should be fairly familiar. Once an Arizona State standout and roster member of the Arizona Cardinals, Rashad Ross has reinvented his professional career with the Arizona Hotshots as a versatile speedster.

The 29-year-old Ross has proven to be a key cog in the Hotshots’ high-profile offense. Whether it be taking snaps in the slot or outside, going deep, catching fades, or running sweep plays, Ross has seemingly found a way to be prolific for his team.

The 6-foot, 180-pound receiver has arguably been the most impactful non-quarterback skill-position player in the AAF and will surely receive another call up to the NFL because of it. He reminds me of the AAF’s own version of DeSean Jackson in that yes, he can win with speed alone, but he’s also a threat with the ball in his hands, can win on the 50/50 balls, and can create seperation. He’s also showed toughness in that he’s not afraid to work the middle of the field.

Ross has found success in the NFL, particularly with the Redskins as a returner. If he stays healthy, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him producing in the NFL next season. But, the Arizona State product has had issues staying on the field, and at 29 years old, he has a limited ceiling. However, he’s shown more than enough to earn another shot.

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