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Miles Austin should have Dallas and your fantasy squad heading to the post-season.
The Brotherhood continues to preach that Fantasy titles are won with a strong WR corps. Andre Johnson is the definitive Number One, but the rest of the top 10 is up for grabs. In a deep league? Here’s 100-plus pass-catching options heading into the 2010 season.
1) Andre Johnson – HOU – WR
Stands alone at the top. The definitive No. 1.
2) Miles Austin – DAL – WR
The Dallas offense should be as explosive as ever. From 09 sleeper to top 5 prospect. A full season as the starter should reward fantasy owners with elite stats.
3) .Brandon Marshall – MIA – WR
Marshall could very well win the reception title and turn Miami away from their wild-cat ways.
4) Randy Moss – NEP – WR
Welker may start the season on the PUP list. Brady’s in a contract year. Moss will be playing for another team in 2011. All signs pointing to a productive 2010.
5) Calvin Johnson – DET – WR
The sky is the limit for Calvin. With key additions on offense, Megatron could transform into the leagues best. He’s only 24, but has yet to complete a season with out being dinged up.
6) DeSean Jackson – PHI – WR
Simply explosive! As fellow wideout Jeremy Maclin continues to mature as a route runner, opposing defenses will have to account for both receivers. Celek will keep safeties honest. D-Jack is now the face of the Eagles franchise.
7) Roddy White – ATL – WR
Will be one of the most targeted players in the league. Atlanta’s offense as a whole should be much better. White will have a huge season.
8) Reggie Wayne – IND – WR
So consistent, but Indy is so loaded with talent that there are only so many balls to go around.
9) Larry Fitzgerald – ARI – WR
There is no denying his talent, but too many question marks in Zona to place Fitz much higher.
10) Sidney Rice – MIN – WR
Rank based as if Favre comes back.
11) Greg Jennings – GRE – WR
Bounce back player of the year.
12) Steve Smith – NYG – WR
A reception machine. Nicks will be the big-play guy, but Smith will work the chains for the G-Men.
13) Marques Colston – NOR – WR
Target dilution will limit his stats, but he remains New Orleans’ most viable red-zone option.
14) Steve Smith – CAR – WR
High hopes for Smitty… A broken arm won’t help things.
15) Anquan Boldin – BAL – WR
Top 5 talent if he can stay healthy. Will be the true No. 1 in Baltimore.
16) Chad Ochocinco – CIN – WR
Carson Palmer looks to be back on track. Added weapons should help to divert defensive attention.
Mr. Consistent will once again prove steady in 2010.
17) Hines Ward – PIT – WR
He’ll miss Big Ben. With Santonio Holmes leaving town, the vet will remain the focal point of the Steeler’s passing attack.
18) Percy Harvin – MIN – WR
He can do everything accept get rid of his migraines.
19) Dwayne Bowe – KAN – WR
Maturity and fitness have been chronic issues. He showed up to camp in shape. There is still much work to be done in the character department. He should bounce back as the Chiefs quietly appear to be putting a notable offense together.
20) Vincent Jackson – SDC – WR
3 Game Suspension, Hold Out? Trade Rumors? Too Many Questions.
21) Mike Sims-Walker – JAC – WR
The Jag’s quarterback situation is scary, but MSW proved worthy of a Top 25 rank with his 2009 performance.
Nicks will give Eli the Big-Play weapon he's been missing.
22) Hakeem Nicks – NYG – WR
Showed great potential in his rookie campaign. He’ll lengthen the field for the Giants and provide Eli with a Big-Play weapon.
23) Michael Crabtree – SFO – WR
Crabtree needs to start playing as big as his ego. Would not be surprised to see Nicks or Maclin finish with better stats.
24) Pierre Garcon – IND – WR
Garcon’s best games were in the fantasy playoffs. He appeared to grow with each start. Peyton will take him to the next level.
25) Derrick Mason – BAL – WR
Respect your elders! Boldin’s presence has Mason flying under the radar. He’ll put up stats playing as the WR2 for the first time in his career. Sneak play.
26) Jeremy Maclin – PHI – WR
Even without Westbrook and McNabb, the Eagles will remain a pass-first team. The Brotherhood endorses Kevin Kolb. There will be no sophomore slump for Maclin.
27) Wes Welker – NEP – WR
Welker most likely will start the season on the PUP, but he’s making progress sooner than anyone expected. He’s completely un-coverable when healthy. Despite the possibility of missing 6 games, the “Slot Machine” could still post 70-plus catches.
28) Mike Wallace – PIT – WR
Wallace will fill the vacancy in the starting line-up left by Santonio Holmes. He has a lot to learn, but has a similar skill set as his former teammate. As a rook, he proved effective in the deep game. His route running and possession skills need polishing.
29) Donald Driver – GRE – WR
Father Time may have finally caught up with the aging vet. Young play-maker James Jones is waiting in the on-deck circle.
30) Santana Moss – WAS – WR
Moss sneakily posted 70 catches last season. With McNabb under-center he should bounce back into fantasy relevance.
31) Eddie Royal – DEN – WR
Royal will make the third year leap after being neglected last season. He’ll be one of the elders in Denver’s receiving corps with Thomas and Decker pushing for starting time in their virgin seasons.
32) Devin Aromashodu – CHI – WR
As of right now, Aromashodu looks to be the odd man out. But he’s Culter’s favorite and possesses more of the prototypical physical attributes of a No. 1 receiver in this league.
33) Santonio Holmes – NYJ – WR
Holmes’ suspension will hurt, but he is a far superior receiver than both Cotchery and Edwards.
34) Kenny Britt – TEN – WR
Britt has been given the “ok” to practice. There are high hopes for the second year man. The path is wide open for him to become the Titan’s clear WR1. His lack in physical preparation is discouraging.
35) T.J. Houshmandzadeh – SEA – WR
This is a pretty low rank for Housh.. he’ll probably climb by the end of camp, but he’s done little in Seattle.
36) Dez Bryant – DAL – WR
Bryant will be surrounded by so much talent that defensive attention he should see will be diluted. He should have no problem out-producing Roy Williams and grabbing plenty of playing time. He’ll be happy he fell all the way to Big D.
37) Antonio Bryant – CIN – WR
Bryant’s 09 season was a wash. Playing second fiddle to Ocho should leave him with favorable match-ups. He should be 100% healthy and will help Carson Palmer and Cincy’s pass attack get back on track.
38) Steve Breaston – ARI – WR
Zona will transition to a run-first approach behind Beanie Wells. Breaston has had an impressive first two seasons, but quarterback remains a concern. Doucet will push for playing time.
39) Jerricho Cotchery – NYJ – WR
Started off the year hot, but eventually cooled. He’s clearly not a WR1. The acquisition of Santonio Holmes should allow him to exploit more favorable match-ups.
Simply finds pay-dirt: Robert Meachem will look to build upon an impressive 09.
40) Robert Meachem – NOR – WR
Drew Brees does a fantastic job of spreading out the wealth. Meachem’s catch total leaves much to be desired, but his TD total warrants respect.
41) Devin Hester – CHI – WR
Mike Martz could turn Hester into a superstar.
42) Lee Evans – BUF – WR
Evans = underachiever. Different year… same results. Keep your expectations within reason.
43) Johnny Knox – CHI – WR
He’s a speedster in a Mike Martz offense. He’s heading into camp as a starter. Martz should make his sophomore season a lucrative one.
44) Nate Burleson – DET – WR
Burleson is the best receiver that Calvin Johnson has played opposite of him yet. He out-produced Housh in Seattle and should help the Lions turn the corner towards recovery. As always… He’s one of the biggest health concerns at the position.
45) Chris Chambers – KAN – WR
Chambers played very well in Dwayne Bowe’s absence. He offers Matt Cassel a legit WR2. That offense is slowly coming together. Chambers could put up surprising numbers in 2010.
46) Terrell Owens – FA – WR
Where will T.O. go? His eventual placement could have him climb of drop considerably.
47) Davone Bess – MIA – WR
Too high for Bess? Maybe, but he should surprise with Brandon Marshall in town. Miami will use a more traditional style of offense. Bess should post impressive catch totals.
48) Devery Henderson – NOR – WR
Meachem is the younger/more flashy player, but Henderson quietly was productive in 09.
49) Braylon Edwards – NYJ – WR
I just don’t like this guy. Cotchery and Holmes should emerge as Sanchez’s go-to-guys. Edwards is too inconsistent. His only constant is drops. I’ll pass.
50) Anthony Gonzalez – IND – WR
It’s hard to place this kid. He’s got talent, but Collie played so well in his absence that a time share seems realistic. Both will contend for slot duties.
51) Chaz Schilens – OAK – WR
He maybe the last WR1 off the board but you’d be smart to bargain-buy him.
52) Golden Tate – SEA – WR
Tate could very easily lead the Seahawks in receptions. Housh has been a let down. The rook will be working out of the slot and should make the most of his opportunities.
53) Jabar Gaffney – DEN – WR
Should slip into the Brandon Marshall role ahead of rookie Thomas. He’ll produce some sneaky stats and should be a guy you stash away and target late.
54) Malcom Floyd – FA – WR
Floyd will most likely climb this chart once Vincent Jackson’s situation is cleared up.
55) Austin Collie – IND – WR
Too low for Collie? I agree, but his numbers will suffer the most from the return of Anthony Gonzalez.
56) James Jones – GRE – WR
If Driver falls off, Jones will make a serious fantasy impact this season. He’s been prone to drops, but has a nose for the end-zone. He’ll have to hold off Jordy Nelson for rights to Driver’s throne.
57) Devin Thomas – WAS – WR
If Thomas doesn’t produce with McNabb at the helm… the “bust” label maybe around the corner. He showed flashes at the end of last season. If T.O. comes to town, his stock could take a hit.
58) Julian Edelman – NEP – WR
Edelman’s value will truly depend on how long Welker is out. He’s no 83, but Edelman does quite a good impersonation. Brady will feed the second year converted quarterback until he gets Welker back.
59) Demaryius Thomas – DEN – WR
Thomas has the talent, but is too raw to slot much higher than this. We expect Gaffney to take over the Brandon Marshall role and Royal to work the slot. Thomas will compete with fellow rookie Eric Decker and vet Brandon Stokely of starting time.
60) Mike Thomas – JAC – WR
Thomas quietly put up decent numbers in his first season despite playing in a run-first offense with a below average quarterback. We expect him to win the starting role opposite MSW. I’m a fan, especially in return league formats.
61) Mohamed Massaquoi – CLE – WR
Mass would have competed for rookie WR honors had he played anywhere but Cleveland. He’ll be the No. 1 on quite possibly the No. 32 ranked passing team in the league… not good!
62) Early Doucet – ARI – WR
Boldin’s injury allowed Doucet to come in and impress. He’ll push Breaston for starting time, but most likely will remain at the WR3 spot. Zona should transition to a run-first approach. Quarterback remains a concern.
Jones is raw, but his ceiling is high if he beats out Kevin Walter for starting time.
63) Jacoby Jones – HOU – WR
Should beat out Kevin Walter for the starting role. If he does… his stock will rise.
64) Bernard Berrian – MIN – WR
Farve will connect with the deep threat from time to time saving his fantasy value.
65) Donnie Avery – STL – WR
Avery should be the headliner of a fairly inexperienced/unproven Ram’s WR crew. He remains an injury risk.
66) Josh Cribbs – CLE – WR
He’s got super talent on a fairly talent-less team. The Browns will do what ever they have to do to get Cribbs more touches.
67) Dexter McCluster – KAN – WR
McCluster will become the Chief’s utility man in what should be an improving offense.
68) Arrelious Benn – TAM – WR
Benn will immediately become the Bucs WR1, but becoming a teams primary does not always bode well for fantasy stats… Just ask Mohamed Massaquoi. Eventually he’ll be a fantasy factor, we just don’t think it’s this year.
69) Josh Morgan – SFO – WR
Morgan will battle Hill for WR2 duties in San Fran. Alex Smith should take the next step. Morgan needs to provide his young QB with another weapon in the passing attack.
70) Mario Manningham – NYG – WR
Manningham has shown flashes, but quickly lost his opportunity when Hakeem Nicks emerged.
71) Kevin Walter – HOU – WR
After a surprising 08 season, fantasy nation had high hopes for Walter. Heading into 2010 he’s in jeopardy of losing his starting job.
72) Damian Williams – TEN – WR
Williams will compete for field time, playing for a Titan’s squad where no true receiving roles have been established. Britt should be the headliner, but look for Williams to push Nate Washington and Justin Gage for starting time.
73) Roy E. Williams – DAL – WR
Williams will get played out by rookie Dez Bryant. Dallas paid way to much for the over-hyped bust. He’ll have a decent game from time to time, but we expect him to be fairly deep in line for targets in Big D.
74) Laurent Robinson – STL – WR
We liked Robinson in Atlanta, and we still like him now… but his injury history, along with the fact that he plays for the Rams has us holding off.
75) Lance Moore – NOR – WR
Moore has the talent to make his way back on the field. Henderson is aging and Meachem played inconsistent at times. It’ll be crowded in the New Orleans air attack.
76) Nate Washington – TEN – WR
77) Brandon Tate – NEP – WR
78) Jason Avant – PHI – WR
79) Greg Camarillo – MIA – WR
80) Justin Gage – TEN – WR
81) Earl Bennett – CHI – WR
82) Deion Branch – SEA – WR
83) Louis Murphy – OAK – WR
84) Jordy Nelson – GRE – WR
85) Brian Hartline – MIA – WR
86) Mardy Gilyard – STL – WR
87) Keenan Burton – STL – WR
88) Malcolm Kelly – WAS – WR
89) Torry Holt – NEP – WR
90) Brian Robiskie – CLE – WR
91) James Hardy – BUF – WR
92) Darrius Heyward-Bey – OAK – WR
93) Michael Jenkins – ATL – WR
94) Eric Decker – DEN – WR
95) Ted Ginn Jr. – SFO – WR
96) Harry Douglas – ATL – WR
97) Mark Clayton – BAL – WR
98) Craig Davis – SDC – WR
99) Antwaan Randle El – PIT – WR
100) Andre Caldwell – CIN – WR
101) Jason Hill – SFO – WR
102) Brandon LaFell – CAR – WR
103) Matt Jones – CIN – WR
104) Mark Bradley – TAM – WR
105) Limas Sweed – PIT – WR
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Good list. I think you will turn some heads with putting Austin at #2, but I am happy with the top ten otherwise. I actually think Wayne is in a good spot. He is a great receiver, but Indy has many other young talents at the receiver slot. Ball distribution is a little concerning to Wayne’s fantasy value (Clark, Garcon, Gonzo, Addai, Collie).