Posted by Sean in Fantasy Advice,Ranks,Wide Receivers on Dec 3rd 2009 and last modified on Dec 6th 2009. (Print This)
Still Waiting... Owners losing patience. Will Jennings Step Up?
No action through the air on Thursday Night. T.O. was a non-factor as he was the latest victim to fall prey to Darrelle Revis. Braylon had his drops, but showed great determination to get to the end-zone on his TD plunge. Looking forward to Sunday, Fitz, Boldin and Breaston owners are all holding their breath hoping that Kurt Warner is under-center Sunday night. He’s been experiencing lingering concussion symptoms that will most likely make Warner a game-time decision. A similar situation is brewing in Pitt. DeSean Jackson has already been ruled out. Jeremy Maclin and Jason Avant should be the main beneficiaries of his absence. Brett Favre has the Minny aerial assault firing on all cylinders. Percy Harvin remains on pace to win Rookie of the Year. Fellow freshman Kenny Britt pulled down the most impressive catch of last weekend as the Titans continued their winning streak. Santana and Santonio finally found the end-zone again, while Antonio Bryant looks to get healthy and acquainted with his new signal caller. Pre-season unknowns: Mike Sims-Walker, Miles Austin, Pierre Garcon and Robert Meachem are making themselves heard, while seasoned veterans Derrick Mason and Donald Driver will battle it out on Monday Night for the Father Time award.
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1) Reggie Wayne – IND – WR Indy won’t start benching their starters…. yet.
2) Andre Johnson – HOU – WR Jacksonville is letting up nearly 250 yards per game through the air. Andre could get half that on his own.
3) Brandon Marshall – DEN – WR If Orton can remain under-center, Marshall should have am impressive stretch run.
4) Randy Moss – NEP – WR The Pats will be looking to release some frustration. The Dolphin’s inexperienced corners are vulnerable.
5) Wes Welker – NEP – WR Despite off game, remains on track to win the reception title. Always performs well against his former team.
6) Marques Colston – NOR – WR Stands out on a very talent-saturated team.
7) Miles Austin – DAL – WR Coming off a 7 catch, 145 yard, 1 TD outing vs. Nnamdi.
8) Sidney Rice – MIN – WR Rice was targeted 10 times last week. He remains Brett Favre’s favotire weapon. He’s third in the league in receiving yards.
9) Donald Driver – GRE – WR Despite his age, Driver has quietly been one of the more consistent WRs this season.
10) Larry Fitzgerald – ARI – WR Needs Warner in the line-up in order to reach potential.
11) Vincent Jackson – SDC – WR Jackson has been held scoreless for 3 straight games. He should find pay-dirt this week vs. the Browns, but Rivers has become less reliant on the physical pheonom.
12) Anquan Boldin – ARI – WR He’s healthy, but his value will be dependent on Kurt Warner’s availability.
13) Chad Ochocinco – CIN – WR Ocho has proven to be a bipolar player. With Benson returning to the line-up, Cincy should continue to be a run heavy team. He has a great match-up vs. a league worst Detroit pass defense that’s allowed 280 passing yards per outing, and has given up 27 aerial scores this season.
14) Derrick Mason – BAL – WR Mason has seen 28 targets in his last two weeks.
15) Mike Sims-Walker – JAC – WR Has found the end-zone 3 out of the last 4 weeks. Versus Houston he should make it 4 out of 5. He’s averaging 9 targets per start.
16) Roddy White – ATL – WR White will be heavily relied upon with Turner, Matt Ryan and Michael Jenkins all potentially out. Seeing Asante Samuel in coverage won’t help things. He’s been questionable this week but looks like he’ll play.
17) Percy Harvin – MIN – WR Harvin will make it three straight games where he finds the end-zone. The Zona secondary likes to take risks. Favre will make them pay.
18) Greg Jennings – GRE – WR Still waiting for Jennings to consistently produce. I’m all about starting your studs, but what happens when your stud is no-longer a stud?
19) Hines Ward – PIT – WR Has seen 96 targets on the season, but needs Big Ben back under-center in order to be more of a fantasy factor vs. a decent Oakland secondary.
20) Steve Smith – CAR – WR Moore will take over for the turnover-prone Delhomme. It’s about time!
21) Calvin Johnson – DET – WR Calvin is expected to play, but he literally limped through last weeks Holiday game. Hopefully the extra long week helped him heal.
22) Steve Smith – NYG – WR Remains in the top 10 in receptions, yards and targets. He needs to make his way back to the end-zone.
23) Santonio Holmes – PIT – WR Finally broke his touchdown drought.
24) Jeremy Maclin – PHI – WR Will become the WR1 with DeSean out.
25) DeSean Jackson – PHI – WR Ruled out Week 13.
26) Nate Burleson – SEA – WR He’s been labile in his production, but remains Seattle’s best bet for WR production.
27) Pierre Garcon – IND – WR Garcon has really stepped up. He’s scored in 2 out of his last 3 outings. His targets have increased impressively in the second half of the season.
28) Chris Chambers – KAN – WR I guess Chambers is a Chief after all. Since being transplanted, the ex-Charger has produced 17 catches, 219 yards and 3 scores.
29) Michael Crabtree – SFO – WR Alex Smith has been playing well for the Niners.
30) Robert Meachem – NOR – WR He’s scored in 4 straight. 5 TDs in the last 4 weeks, with 7 total TDs on the season. This is becoming more of a trend than a fluke. Despite a limited amount of targets, he’s becoming a weekly contributor.
31) T.J. Houshmandzadeh – SEA – WR Hot and Cold streaks will continue.
32) Jason Avant – PHI – WR Avant should be the beneficiary of DeSean Jackson’s and Brent Celek’s injuries. Should produce solid WR3 stats.
33) Devin Hester – CHI – WR Has been non-exhistent as of late.
34) Kenny Britt – TEN – WR Britt has become an over-night celebrity after his game winning reception vs. the Cards. Vince Young has shown great confidence in the rook
35) Jerricho Cotchery – NYJ – WR Continues to be the WR1 on a run-first offense. Sanchez has struggled. The Jets will win this one on the ground.
36) Antonio Bryant – TAM – WR Is beginning to click with rookie quarterback Freeman. His knee requires weekly monitoring.
37) .Devery Henderson – NOR – WR How does someone get that wide open?
38) Steve Breaston – ARI – WR Production is tied to Warner.
39) Bernard Berrian – MIN – WR Remains a piece of the puzzle, but appears to be third in line for Brett Favre’s attention.
40) Kevin Walter – HOU – WR Coming off a 7 reception, 73 yard effort. Needs to continue to step up.
41) Santana Moss – WAS – WR His yardage totals have taken a severe hit. Campbell’s long ball has not been accurate.
42) Hakeem Nicks – NYG – WR Manningham will continue to cap his ceiling.
43) Mario Manningham – NYG – WR Big Play ability. Giants still having problems.
44) Roy E. Williams – DAL – WR Continued struggles, but remains fantasy relevant.
45) Donnie Avery – STL – WR Strong talent on a weak team.
46) Terrell Owens – BUF – WR The Revis Effect.
47) Eddie Royal – DEN – WR One of the bigger disappointments of the season.
48) Laveranues Coles – CIN – WR Cincy has turned to a run-first approach, but Coles has a nice hold on the WR2 spot.
49) Lee Evans – BUF – WR New season, same struggles. Fitzpatrick may help.
50) Nate Washington – TEN – WR If Gage returns, Washington may be the odd man out.
51) Malcom Floyd – SDC – WR Floyd finally showed up last week. Rivers is becoming less reliant on VJack.
52) Mike Wallace – PIT – WR Wallace needs Big Ben to return in order to remain fantasy relevant.
53) Mark Clayton – BAL – WR Clayton is coming off a season best 7 catch, 129 yard effort.
54) Austin Collie – IND – WR His role has shrunk, but he remains the WR3 on one of the best passing teams in the league.
55) Braylon Edwards – NYJ – WR Remains one of the better talents, but problems continue to follow him to the Big Apple.
56) Davone Bess – MIA – WR Is Miami’s best passing option. His YPC is slightly improving.
57) James Jones – GRE – WR His targets are limited, but he makes the most of his opportunities.
58) Mohamed Massaquoi – CLE – WR There would be a lot more Mass-Appeal if the rook got drafted elsewhere.
59) Danny Amendola – STL – WR Boller looked to the slot often and targeted Amendola 11 times in last week’s loss.
60) Jacoby Jones – HOU – WR Jones is a play-maker. He needs more opportunities to become a more consistent fantasy player, but should be owned in return league formats.
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