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15 Fantasy Football Wide Receivers
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Andre Johnson HOU - Houston Texans,
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2. Randy Moss NE - New England Patriots,
Bye: Week
3. Miles Austin DAL - Dallas Cowboys,
Bye: Week
4. DeSean Jackson PHI - Philadelphia Eagles,
Bye: Week
5. Larry Fitzgerald ARI - Arizona Cardinals,
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6. Reggie Wayne IND - Indianapolis Colts,
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7. Roddy White ATL - Atlanta Falcons,
Bye: Week
8. Sidney Rice MIN - Minnesota Vikings,
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9. Vincent Jackson SD - San Diego Chargers,
Bye: Week
10. Brandon Marshall DEN - Denver Broncos,
Bye: Week
11. Steve Smith NYG - New York Giants,
Bye: Week
12. Wes Welker NE - New England Patriots,
Bye: Week
13. Marques Colston NO - New Orleans Saints,
Bye: Week
14. Chad Ochocinco CIN - Cincinnati Bengals,
Bye: Week
15. Santonio Holmes PIT - Pittsburgh Steelers,
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What I said in 2008 ...
Premiere Pass Catcher : Randy Moss, New England Patriots
Do you know what made Jerry Rice the most prolific receiver to ever
play the game of Football? Joe Montana, Steve Young, and the West
Coast offense. Talent in the National Football league can only take
you so far. To excel, to be considered the GOAT, you need to be in
an offensive system that makes the most of your talents. That is
what Randy Moss has in New England with Tom Brady. At 31 years old,
Randy Moss is in the prime of his career. He's lighting quick, runs
superior routes, catches everything that's thrown in his direction,
and he has the best quarterback in football to get him the damn
ball. You do the math.
Most Overrated Wide Receiver: Lee Evans, Buffalo Bills
It pains me to say this, being the avid Bills fans that I am, and
it's not a knock on Lee Evans but rather on the entire Buffalo Bills
offense, but Lee Evans is the most over-rated wide receiver in
fantasy football. The Bills can't seem to put it all together, they
have a speedster in Evans that catches everything thrown his way,
but can't find a quarterback who can get this guy the ball. Over the
years, Evans has had opportunities to flash his rare ability, but
when the quarterback carousel in Buffalo stops spinning (Bledsoe,
Holcolm, Losman, Edwards), then maybe he can be a star.
2008 Fantasy Sleeper: DeSean Jackson, Philadelphia Eagles
This speedster rookie wide out is stepping into a great situation in
Philadelphia. Donovan McNabb again finds himself without a go
to guy at the wide receiver position and I think Jackson could be
the answer here. With McNabb's big arm, considering aging
offensive weapons like Brian Westbrook and LJ Smith, turning to some
youth in Philly is exactly what the doctor ordered. I also
think that as a fantasy option, DeSean Jackson will be available
very late in most drafts and that he'll be extremely productive as a
number three receiver that will start on your fantasy team.
Sure to Disappoint: Brandon Marshall, Denver Broncos
This guy
is a train wreck waiting to happen. In addition to his frequent run
ins with the law during the entire offseason, Marshall is also
recovering from a serious arm injury that resulted in a severed
artery, vein, and tendons to five muscles, along with a damaged
nerve in his forearm when he put his arm through a TV screen.
Marshall is entering his fantasy-significant 3rd year at a wide
receiver position on the heels of a sophomore season in which he
totaled 1325 yards and seven scores. Although primed for a breakout
season, he will be suspended three games by the league for violating
Roger Goodell's new personal conduct policy. Based on his track
record, I have serious doubts that he will be able to stay out of
trouble long enough to start a significant number of games for the
2008 fantasy football season. I would avoid at all costs and let
Brandon Marshall become someone else's problem.
The Next Great
Fantasy WR: Dwayne Bowe
At 6'2", 221 lbs, with blazing speed and great hands, Dwayne Bowe is
every bit the franchise receiver that the Kansas City Chiefs
franchise has been searching for. The former LSU standout posted 995
yards and 5 touchdowns as a contender for the rookie of the year
award that was given to Adrian Peterson in 2007. Bowe is on a Kansas
City chiefs team that will be playing from behind in several games
this season. If he gets reasonable play at the Quarterback position
from either Brodie Croyle or Damon Huard, Bowe could have a
breakthrough sophomore campaign in 2008.
What I said in 2007 ...
Premiere Pass Catcher : Marvin Harrison, Indianapolis Colts
The venerable Marvin Harrison, like a fine wine, only seems to get
better with age. He is locked in as Peyton Manning's primary
target in the most prolific offense in the National Football League.
Marvin can do it all. He can get the crucial first down to
keep a drive alive, make the circus catch on the sideline, and get
in the endzone when the Colts are looking to pad their lead.
Marvin Harrison is a consummate professional and for this reason my
pick as the Premiere Pass Catcher or 2007.
Most
Overrated Wide Receiver: Steve Smith, Carolina Panthers
This selection is not a knock on Steve Smith. Rather it is a
function of the group that surrounds Steve Smith. Steve's
skill level unquestionably puts him in the top ten among wide
receivers, but the questions that surround his quarterback, Jake
Delhomme, as a capable starter for the Carolina Panthers cause me to
call Steve Smith overrated. Unless David Carr brings something
to the table under center, I have little confidence that the
Carolina Panthers will be able to get the ball to Steve Smith with
regularity.
2007
Fantasy Sleeper: Vincent Jackson, San Diego Chargers
Vincent Jackson is entering his third year in the National
Football league. The third year is widely regarded as a
breakout year for wide receivers. By the third year, the game
begins to slow down and wide receivers become acclimated to the
complexities of the NFL game. Vincent Jackson is on a team in
desperate need of a wide receiver that can stretch the field and is
working with a quarterback that is comfortable in the offense
himself. The strong rushing attack of LaDanian Tomlinson
coupled with the attention that Antonio Gates will receive will help
Jackson find open space as teams look to stop the run.
Sure to
Disappoint: Santana Moss, Washington Redskins
Since
his arrival in Washington, Santana Moss has yet to put together a
complete season. If you look his fantasy stats they appear
solid, but Santana Moss is a very streaky receiver. The bulk
of his touchdowns and yardage points come in bundles sporadically
over the coarse of the season. If you're fortunate enough to
start him on one of his few hot weeks, fantasy owners are well
rewarded, but starting him on an off week will yield single digit
fantasy points or the big "oh-fer". If you're stuck with
Santana Moss, wait for a solid performance and trade him.
The Next
Great Fantasy WR: Calvin Johnson, Detroit Lions
Calvin
Johnson finds himself in a great situation in Detroit. With
mad scientist Mike Martz at the helm, Detroit is sure to have an
explosive offense and Johnson will certainly be a big part of that.
His size, speed and physical attributes will serve him well in the
NFL. Working across from Roy Williams and having Mike Furrey
in the slot, will allow John Kitna to find Calvin Johnson several
times this season. I would look for Jonson to have a solid
year in 2007, but really explode in 2008.
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