Sleeperby Chris Mooney

Who will be this year’s Marques Colston?  No one really knows for sure, but my guess would be Vincent Jackson of the Chargers.  I’m thinking he’s not on many people’s radar, and he could end up posting some #1 WR like stats.  LaDainian probably won’t repeat last year’s stats, which means the ball will be distributed elsewhere.  Gates stats are sure to rise, but Vincent Jackson I think will surprise some.  Eric Parker is out for 10 weeks, and defenses will key in on Gates (and LaDainian out of the backfield), which means Vincent will have little double coverage.  He’s a guy with the size and speed to gain a lot of big yardage plays. 

Here my top 10 players I’m picking to fly under the radar in most drafts and provide good value to hopefully help you on the road to the championship.

  1. Vincent Jackson (Chargers) – see above
  2. Jon Kitna (Lions) – He’ll probably throw for close to 4000 with at least 25 TD’s.  He has no QB competition, so he’s the man in Motor City.
  3. Cedric Benson (Bears) – Thomas Jones is in the Big Apple, so Benson is finally getting his shot.  He’s definately playing with a chip on his shoulder and there is talk that he’ll be more involved in the passing game.
  4. Jerious Norwood (Falcons) – Dunn has had back surgury, plus he’s getting up there in football years.  Norwood has shown that he has big play potential, but just needs more touches.  This year he may get his wish.
  5. Devery Henderson (Saints) – Now that defenses are on to Colston, he’ll likely draw double coverage.  With Joe Horn gone to the Falcons, Henderson will get som ball thrown his way.
  6. Troy Williamson (Vikings) – Looking good during pre-season and may develop a solid relationship with his QB, Tarvaris Jackson.  Travis Taylor has gone to the Raiders, thus leaving the #1 WR position to Williamson for the taking.
  7. Brett Favre (Packers) – Yes he’s at the end of his career, but he’s motivated to break some records before it’s all said and done.  He’s got some weapons in Driver and Jennings.
  8. LaMont Jordan (Raiders) – QB situation is a bit shaky to say the least, and Dominic Rhodes is suspended for the first 4 weeks.  Jordan really stunk last year, so I look for him to bounce back a bit.
  9. Brandon Jackson  (Packers) – Morency is hurt, and Jackson has a greater upside.  The #1 job may be his to lose.
  10. Joe Horn (Falcons) – Horn will probably be the #1 receiver on the Falcons.  Vick will probably miss siginificant time, if not the whole season, which means it’s Harrington time.  Harrington does not have a strong arm, so I think Horn will benefit with a lot of catches in the slot.