KACSPORTS 2009 FANTASY RECEIVER RANKINGS

KACSPORTS 2009 FANTASY RANKINGS - RECEIVERS

1.Larry Fitzgerald (AZ) – Check out this four-game stretch – 30 catches, 546 yards, seven TD's. We would take that if the Cards were playing mostly their fellow dregs in the NFC West. Fitzgerald accomplished all of this in the NFL Playoffs – safe to say #11 has officially cemented his spot at #1. His regular season numbers the past two years have been slightly short of that paranormal level – in the 100 catch/1400 yard/10 TD range. At age 26 Fitzgerald is approaching his peak and has the focus to go along with it.

2. Andre Johnson (HOU) – Everything that Fitzgerald accomplished in the playoffs last year, if Houston were to finally breakthrough into the playoffs I would not be shocked if Andre were to go on a similar type tear. His receiving numbers were studly last year, 115 catches for 1,575 yards – with Houston going with a #2 QB for a few of those weeks. Knock againt Johnson's stats is that he has only scored 33 times in 86 career games. Also Andre is no longer up-and-coming at 28 years old. All of that said Johnson is still top material.

3. Randy Moss (NE) – Coming off the record-setting numbers of 2007, we expected a regression. But in the final analyst 1,000 yards receiving and 11 TD's was not horrible playing virtually the entire year without Tom Brady. And as much as Cassel was knocked for not throwing the deep ball, Moss's receiving average only dropped from 15.2 to 14.6. However dropping from 98 to 69 catches was significant for someone that was used with a first round pick. With Brady back, if we could split the difference between the '07 and '08 stats (say 1300 yards, 14 TD's) that would be plenty acceptable for Moss at age 32.

4. Calvin Johnson (DET) – Give this guy just a decent team and a DECENT quarterback on the possibilities border on scary. Johnson averaged 17 yards per catch last year, for 1,300 yards total to go along with 12 TD's from the likes of Dan Orlovsky and Daunte Culpepper. At 6'5” 240 Johnson is one of the more imposing physical specimens at the position ever. Only drawback is that Calvin will see even more double-teams that even his fellow franchise receivers.

5. Greg Jennings (GB) – Breakout alert!!! Thanks to some promising late off-season reports, Jennings is starting to climb up some draft boards. It's said that he's been working with Jerry Rice and Larry Fitzgerald in Minneapolis. Jennings recently inked a very lucrative long-term deal that is going to quickly become the benchmark for other receivers in negotiations. Along with nine TD's and 1300 yards receiving in his second year, Jennings also led the league with eight receptions of 40 yards or more.

6. Anquan Boldin (AZ) – Not a bad #2 receiver on his own team, especially with 11 TD's in 12 regular season games, but it came with plenty of drama. Boldin has endured a slew of injuries the past few years and has also gotten into it with his coaches as well as the front office over his contract situation - however it appears that Boldin is happy in camp at least thus far.

7. Roddy White (ATL) – Despite Atlanta focusing on the run and breaking in a rookie QB, Roddy still broke out by pushing the 90 catch/1,400 yard barrier. One of the most physical receivers in the game, Roddy's #'s might take a dip with TE Tony Gonzalez on board, but that should also take some of the heat off of Roddy, and Matt Ryan now in his second year cannot hurt neither. Also Roddy did get his contract situation sorted out after a brief training camp holdout.

8. Steve Smith (CAR) – Despite missing the first two games of the season due to a team-imposed suspension, Smith enjoyed a return to the 2005 numbers that made him fantasy football's #1 receiver for a while, with over 1,400 yards receiving. However Smith was only scored six times with the RB's hogging up all the TD's and there is also a concern about QB Jake Delhomme being on the decline. With the opposition forced to gear towards Carolina's formidable running attack, Smith should still be able to find some open area - although a recent shoulder injury has him now questionable for Week 1.

9. Reggie Wayne (IND) – Last season was more than a mild disappointment, dropping from 104 to 82 catches as well as from 1510 to 1145 yards. And Wayne is older than you may think, he turns 31 during the season. All of that said, he's still Peyton Manning's #1 receiver, you can't drop him too far.

10. Dwayne Bowe (KC) – The latest receiver not to see eye-to-eye with now Kansas City coach Todd Haley??? Bowe on a lot of people's bust list last year simply because everyone was wondering who would throw the ball to him. Well Bowe did just fine catching 86 passes. Now the question is can Bowe do it again with Tony Gonzalez out of town. I say Matt Cassel at QB is going to be an upgrade, he doesn't throw the deep ball but Bowe isn't a home run threat to begin with.

11. Wes Welker (NE) – You know exactly what you get out of the PPR specialist, his numbers stayed the same despite the change in QB – 110 catches, 1,100+ yards. Drop him about ten spots in leagues not using the PPR format.

12. Marques Colston (NO) – The #1 receiver for the top passing team in the league can't be too bad, can it??? Health has been an issue however, and Colston underwent the dreaded 'micro-fracture' procedure in the off-season. One beat-writer sees 'at least' 10-12 TD's this season, I would have to kick the tires during pre-season to make sure he looks go to go.

13. Anthony Gonzalez (IND) – I see him listed top-ten on some sites, so if you want him you probably are going to have to target him early. Now in his third year and an undisputed starter in Indy, all signs to point to a major breakout. However I was expecting it last year and Gonzalez only caught 57 balls for a 11.5 average. Wayne and TE Dallas Clark both have major roles in the offense, Anthony could end up being a bummer for some.

14. Vincent Jackson (SD) – I would like to see him catch a few more balls, but you have to like his 18.5+ yard receiving average. Vincent has finally become equal to Antonio Gates in the San Diego attack, and I look for the team to pass the rock even a little more this year. In year five hopefully Jackson finally reaches his peak.

15. Terrell Owens (BUF) – I don't think Owens has landed in a dreadful situation, the threat of Lee Evans catching a long one should keep things honest for T.O.. Numbers did drop across the board last year, but part of that was Dalls being forced to go with washed-up Brad Johnson for a few games. A sobering note that appeared during NBC's telecast of the Hall of Fame game notes that T.O. was the oldest skill position player (RB/WR/TE) in the league last year. Cold reality is that age claims the careers of everyone at some point, although Owens remains in tremendous shape.

16. Lee Evans (BUF) – In the first two months of last year Evans looked like a Pro-Bowler with 637 yards receiving in his first seven games, averaging a cool 20 yards per catch in the process. If your league rewards big plays, Evans is a target. Evans got as cold as the Buffalo weather down the stretch however. If Lee starts hot again, that might be a good time to find trade feelers.

17. Antonio Bryant (TB) – Already was having a career year when he took it into overdrive in fantasy crunch-time, getting 498 yards and five touchdowns in weeks 13-16. Bryant's year was even more remarkable considering Jeff Garcia wasn't the strongest arm around. Bryant may have peaked last year, but when motivated is a top talent.

18. Eddie Royal (DEN) – 'Crown' Royal. Rookie flew off the waiver wires last year after a huge Week 1, and ended the season with 91 catches on the campaign. With Marshall supposedly out of town, at least you know that Royal should be fine for the season. New coach Josh McDaniels may end up making Royal his version of Wes Welker, which will definitely help his output.

19. Bernard Berrian (MN) – The likes of Eddie Royal are for those in leagues rewarding volume, if you're looking for someone who delivers the big shot, Berrian should be your man. Berrien scored seven times on receptions last year, the distances were 33, 86, 5, 49, 41, and 99 yards. In all, Berrien averaged 20 yards per catch. And that was with Gus Frerotte and Tavaris Jackson under center. Whoever starts this year in Minnesota will be an improvement, so Bernard could very well even have a better yet.

20. Santonio Holmes (PIT) – As far as the regular season is concerned, Holmes has been somewhat underwhelming in his three years in the league, averaging in the 50 catch/800 yard range. But with Hines Ward operating at less than 100 percent, Santonio had to step it up in the Super Bowl, and did jus that, winning MVP honors by making the final score in the final minute. Will it carry over to 2009??? With Ward getting up there in years this should be the year the baton gets passed as far as Pittsburgh's primary receiver is.

21. Chad Ochocinco (CIN) – The loss of Carson Palmer absolutely killed the stats of #85 last year, but in his previous two seasons was good for 87/1369 and 93/1440. Another advantage is if you're worried about him on the injury report, I'm sure he will update you plenty on his Twitter page. Ochocinco might be a nice value this year if Palmer returns to form.

22. Braylon Edwards (CLE) – Appeared well on his way to being an elite receiver after a 16 TD campaign a couple years back, but his name is also reportedly on the trading block and his name is being drug through the mud as far as the Donte Stallworth situation is concerned as well. If he sticks it out I think he and Brady Quinn can do some things together, but this guy couldn't catch anything last year, hopefully that included staph infection as well.

23. Brandon Marshall (DEN) – Taking a page out of the playbook of former teammate Jay Cutler – Marshall vowed that he has played his final snap as a Bronco, but did think better of it and showed up at camp in time. Between the lines Marshall would potentially be top-five on his list – but the specter of a lengthy holdout plus the possibility of a suspension with an August court date on the horizon would make me want to turn away. Personally, you probably won't see Marshall on my fantasy team this year.

24. DeSean Jackson (PHI) – 62 catches for 912 yards is one of the better rookie seasons seen for a while, which gives reason to believe that DeSean could evolve into an elite receiver. Maybe, maybe not. The knock on Jackson is he doesn't appear to be the type who may score a lot, he only scored twice (should of been 3X) on receptions last year, but also scored on a punt return and once on the ground. In all, Jackson was used on rushing plays 17 times (for 96 yards) last year. If you like players used on gadget plays then you may want DeSean.

25. Lance Moore (NO) – Has become the Saints possession specialist who became a huge factor in the later stages last year, scoring eight times in the final nine games, but did not do much during fantasy crunch time, accounting for only 113 yards in Weeks 13-16. Moore may have another slow start this year as he recovers from April shoulder surgery.

26. Roy Williams (DAL) – On one side, you think Roy would have a tremendous opportunity to be a #1 receiver with Terrell Owens gone. But on the other hand Roy didn't really step up after arriving after getting out of jail (er, Detroit). In all Roy only caught 36 passes for the entire year. Possibly Roy has a career year but wouldn't bet on it.

27. T.J. Houshmandzadeh (SEA) – Has now finally been in the league long enough that we can now all pronounce and even spell his name without looking. Left Cincinnati in the off-season to his old Pacific Northwest stomping grounds, I consider that a wash, although his ranking falls from #9 last year. Housh is good for 90+ catches but not with a great average. TJ has probably now peaked as far as his NFL career path is concerned.

28. Santana Moss (WSH) – A tale of two seasons, Santana was a top-receiver in the first eight games (42/658/6 TD's), but tailed badly after that. I don't see a lot of upside with the Washington passing attack, and I don't see a return to a 1,500 yard season like he had a few years back.

29. Devin Hester (CHI) – The last couple of years, Hester was just a late-round flier type of pick, but Hester wound up with a regular role in the Bears offense, and wound up with stats more worthy of a possession receiver with 51 catches. Hester could conceivably get better with Jay Cutler on board, but another possibility is that the Bears could go back to having him focus more on punt/kickoff returns. I don't see any better options in Chicago's receiving corps, so I say Devin is safe as a legit WR this year.

30. Derrick Mason (BAL) – Backed on the active roster after a short-lived 'retirement' announced earlier in the summer, perhaps affected by the passing of his one-time QB Steve McNair. Even on the passing-challenged Ravens, Mason has been good for a couple of 1,000 yard seasons recently.

31. Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) – He and receiving mate Laveranues Coles produced identical numbers last year in the 70 catch/850 yard range. Jerricho's upside was the previous year where he went 82/1130 and that potential is back with Coles moved on. How Jerricho meshes with rookie QB Mark Sanchez should eventually tell the story on how he fares this year.

32. Kevin Walter (HOU) – Caught 65 passes when pressed into service for much of the 2007 season, but that was thought to be more of a fluke and was not thought highly in last year's drafts. But Walter responded with an even better season, catching 65 balls and more importantly scored eight times. Walter seems to get the ball more near the end zone than the more-heralded Andre Johnson, we all know now Walter is legit.

33. Steve Breaston (AZ) – Managed 77 catches for over 1,000 yards in part for taking up the slack while Anquan Boldin was down, but produced as a #3 receiver as well. Breaston becomes top-20 being involved in the Arizona attack if Boldin were to leave town. I like Breaston's potential more than some #1's with other teams.

34. Donnie Avery (STL) – Bump him down a little as Avery gets the dreaded red cross as a stress fracture in the foot could cost him the first two games of the year. Was thought to be more of a project as a rookie, but the future came early as Avery was pressed into service rather early, and responded with a a 37-yard TD run and TD catches of 42 and 69 yards. However Avery did not do much after that. With Torry Holt moved on Avery is the Rams #1 receiver this year, but still a work in process and perhaps too small to be a true go-to guy.

35. Laveranues Coles (CIN) – It seems he will have a similar role in the Bengals offense than T.J. Houshmandzadeh did before him. Coles has had several years in the 70-90 catch range, averaging around 11-12 yards per catch. Coles will have his best value in PPR formats.

36. Hines Ward (PIT) – One of the true faces of the Steelers franchise this decade, Ward went over 1000 yards receiving for the first time in four years last season. Ward's odometer is getting pretty high and had knee and shoulder issues in the off-season. Ward should have at least one more solid season left in the tank.

37. Mark Clayton (BAL) – Would have had to step up if Derrick Mason has indeed retired, but his time could be coming anyways. In his four-year career Clayton has caught 44, 67, 48, and 41 passes. The Ravens won't become a passing juggernaut anytime soon, but Clayton could be the top receiver this year.

38. Nate Washington (TN) – Tennessee ponied up to get him on the free agent market after his contract was up in Pittsburgh. Washington has some intrigue after catching TD passes of 48, 50, and 65 yards in consecutive weeks last year. After being signed for $9 million guaranteed, Tennessee is sure to try their best to get the most out of the investment – provided there's a QB who can get the ball to him.

39. Donald Driver (GB) – He's now pretty well invested in the league pension plan, but except for an injury-marred 2003 Twin-D has been good for 1,000 yards plus in six of the last seven years. The veteran may take on a bit of a reduced role this year but is still a pretty safe pick.

40. Percy Harvin (MN) – Early reports out of Vikings camp have been electrifying. Havin has been on the radar ever since being one of the higher profile prep athletes coming out of Virginia a few years back. Harvin has tremendous potential, but also has a bit of a rap sheet. Harvin figures to be a factor in the Vikings offense from the get-go.

41. Domenik Hixon (NYG) – Took up some of the slack from the suspended Plexico Burress during the second half of last year, his numbers would had projected out to close to a 1,000 over a full season. Hixon was waiver-wire fodder as recently as 2007, so he isn't looked at as a long-term solution.

42. Ted Ginn (MIA) – Made some strides in his second year, including a seven catch/175 yard day. As of last year was still involved heavily in the return game. Many don't see him as ever being a true #1 receiver, and the quarterback play may end up holding him down some.

43. Michael Crabtree (SF) – Talk, talk - Crabtree's agent is talking about his client not signing and re-entering the draft in 2010 if he does not get paid more than Darrius Heyward-Bey, who was drafted before him. He'll show up in camp, eventually. But you may want to hold off on expectations since Crabtree is coming off a foot injury and will have to somehow win over coach Mike Singletary once he finally does report.

44. Torry Holt (JAX) – At the very worst, Holt was good for at least 1188 yards per year receiving from 2000-07, that's quite a run. But Holt felt dramatically last year, but was still good for 64 catches and near 800 yards receiving. Problem is the Rams have cut bait, and Holt is now walking into another bad situation in Jacksonville at age 33. Holt will probably be Jacksonville's best receiving option however.

45. Justin Gage (TN) – Has a couple things going for him. Gage is a big target and that helped to the tune of a nifty 19 yard per catch average last year, and also showed he could catch in volume in Tennessee's playoff game, catching ten passes for 135 yards.

46. Kevin Curtis (PHI) – After a career 1,100 receiving yard season the previous year, Curtis missed the first half of last season and when he did return his stats fell significantly and is not a factor in the red-zone. The Birds are upgraded big-time at receiver, and Curtis is getting left behind.

47. Patrick Crayton (DAL) – Logic says Crayton should take a bigger role in the Dallas offense with ol' what's his name out of town. Problem is Crayton has had opportunities to step up before and really has not done so.

48. Chris Henry (CIN) – His off-field problems are well documented and the stuff of legend, but Henry is also a talent and caught nine TD's a few years back. If he can pass your personal background check he is an option.

49. Michael Jenkins (ATL) – Everyone likes to keep on calling him a bust, but 50 catches and averaging 15.5 yards per catch isn't necessarily bad. Jenkins could pick it up a tad more as QB Matt Ryan develops.

50. Greg Camarillo (MIA) – Became a PPR gem who was on pace for 80 catches last year before a torn ACL in Week 12. I would temper expectations this year, there's a little more competition in the Dolphins receiving corps.

51. Chris Chambers (SD) – Has the time come and gone for Chambers. He did open the year with five TD's in the first quarter of the season – but then got hurt then became a complete non-factor. If he can move up to #2 on the Chargers depth chart he could still hold value.

52. Mushin Muhammad (CAR) – Is now one of the oldest receivers in the league, but is still good for a solid 14 yards per catch and did catch 65 balls last year. I still think he has one more solid season in him.

53. Darrius Heyward-Bey (OAK) – A much criticized first round pick by the Raiders, but if you had Javon Walker the last couple of years you will know at the very worst that Darrius cannot possibly be a worse investment. He runs a 4.3 so he knows how to go vertical, which you know Al Davis loves.

54. Nate Burleson (SEA) – Missed virtually all of last year due to injury – did have a 50 catch season the year before that, he will be hard-pressed to return to those 2007 numbers.

55. Josh Morgan (SF) – Potential sleeper pick here. Morgan opened some eyes during camp last year, with some observers even liking him to Terrell Owens when he first came up. Problem is, wonder how long T.O. Would had lasted before blowing up if Shaun Hill was his quarterback. Veteran Isaac Bruce is still said to have the #2 job over Morgan at this point.

56. Jeremy Maclin (PHI) – Got a lot of ink last-year in a high-powered Missouri attack, and despite pulling up lame at the Combine still wound up going #19 overall. At Mizzou Maclin was utilized often in the return game and even on some running packages. At age 21 Maclin is still a pup and will likely start out taking a back seat to DeSean Jackson at least to start.

57. Deion Branch (SEA) – I still love that guy who called Rome telling him that he had just heard his interview with Branch and that he had been a big fan of him since his Louisville days. Only problem was the interview hadn't aired yet – oops. Same guy probably had him already marked down for a few 80-yard days not knowing that he was on the shelf yet again. Even in his best days, Branch isn't exactly off the charts, he is always good for a nice 13+ yards per catch but anything beyond 50 balls is gravy.

58. Earl Bennett (CHI) – Third round draft pick was basically red-shirted by the Bears last year, so he has no prior regular season history. All you need to know however is that Earl went to Vanderbilt so he already has a history with Jay Cutler and had been working with him extensively in OTA's. Realize that he will be looked as more than an end-game option in most drafts.

59. Bobby Wade (MN) – Is coming off a couple of nice 50-catch seasons, but his role could diminish this season. Wade closed out last season flirting with 100 yards in a Week 17 game.

60. James Jones (GB) – Nice 'post-hype' pick here. Jones was on a lot of radars after a 47 catach/675 yard rookie season, but after an impressive pre-season Jones wound up trying to gut through a season at far less than 100 percent. I think Jones is going to get overlooked in a lot of drafts, but I still see upside.

61. Steve Smith (NYG) – The other Steve Smith finally worked his way into the starting rotation late last year and we found out that he is a nice PPR type, but only averages about ten yards per catch. Obviously the Plaxico void going into the season puts Smith much more into the mix.

62. Mike Walker (JAX) – Made an impact for two weeks last year catching 11 passes, but was inactive due to injury for most of the year after that. With Matt Jones gone Walker could very well see an increased role.

63. Mark Bradley (KC) – Had a nice five week run after joining the Chiefs last year, going 23/294/3 TD's in five games, and could get an even bigger piece of the action with Matt Cassel on board and TE Tony Gonzalez gone. Durability has not been Bradley's strong suit however during his time in the league.

64. Miles Austin (DAL) – If fantasy leagues were contested in August, Miles would be a significant player. The Cowboys continue to think highly of him, and he did have a couple of good days early on in '08 before Roy Williams came on board. Obviously Austin figures to be in the mix to fill the void from the departure of Terrell Owens.

65. Sidney Rice (MN) – Kind of like what happened with James Jones in Green Bay, a PCL strain wound up being a season-long issue for Rice. With Percy Havin on board Rice could get bumped down the pecking order but he is also still relatively young in his career, although the fear of washing out just like former Gamecock-turned-Viking Troy Williamson is a fear.

66. Devery Henderson (NO) – This might be the Russell Branyan of wide receivers, a favorite of those who like the home run ball. Devery is very capable of scoring a couple of 60-yard TD's in any game. Devery is also just as capable of going empty handed or even ending up as a healthy scratch. Devery's hands of stone have also not helped in his quest of seeing regular playing time.

67. Hakeem Nicks (NYG) – His draft stock went up in the later stages of the audition process, and Nicks wound up as the #29 overall pick as the Giants have cleansed their hands from Plaxico Burress. Not a speed guy, I'm not expecting much in year one as Coughlin is not known for throwing his rookies immediately into the fire.

68. Chansi Stuckey (NYJ) – Had a decent rookie year catching 32 passes, scored in each of his first three games but was shut out after that and never recorded more than 50 yards in any one game.

69. Johnnie Lee Higgins (OAK) – For what it's worth he's one of the best things the Raiders had and impressed with some long touchdowns in the final weeks of 2008. Johnnie Lee also gets utilized in the return game, so that could end up being a reason he doesn't see the field on a three-down basis.

70. Isaac Bruce (SF) – He's the car in six-digits mileage wise where the head-gasket can go at any time. Even with the Niners challenged situation at quarterback last year, Bruce still managed 800+ yards and seven TD's last year.

71. Malcolm Floyd (SD) – Scored three times in a four week span in which he saw extensive playing tme last year. He is ahead of Buster Davis on the depth chart for sure, and easily becomes top-50 if he can unseat Chris Chambers.

72. Ronald Curry (STL) – About all you need to know about the Rams receiving situation – Curry comes into camp with by far the most extensive resume of anyone on the team's roster, with recent seasons of 62 and 55 receptions.

73. Andre Davis (HOU) – Had a solid month when Andre Johnson was out of the lineup a couple of years back. He's bounced around a few organizations and is considered mainly a reserve option.

74. David Clowney (NYJ) – Originally a Green Bay draft pick, Clowney had mostly been stashed away on the Jets practice squad and injured reserve the last couple of years. With Lavernaues Coles departed, Clowney gets a golden opportunity to perhaps win a starting job.

75. Brian Robiskie (CLE) – The Ohio State product is going to have a much better opportunity than most typical rookies to start right away, since there are plenty of openings in the Browns receiving corps. Robiskie's numbers as a senior were off last year, but that was mainly because the Buckeyes were breaking in a freshman QB. Not a speed guy, but a more finished product than most rooks and a son of a longtime NFL assistant coach.

76. Limas Sweed (PIT) – The former University of Texas product basically bombed in his rookie season, and missed out on a couple of potential big plays in the playoffs. But with Nate Washington gone Sweed has a chance to move up the depth chart in year two.

77. Davone Bess (MIA) – Greg Camarillo's injury opened the door for Bass to become the starting possession receiver late last year. Bess is expected to battle Camarillo for PPR glory this year.

78. Devin Thomas (WSH) – Maybe it's just me, but I'm not particularly confident on highly touted Michigan St. receivers coming into the pros right now. Devin has been dogged by injury and possibly motivation issues in his first year plus in DC. That said, the #2 receiving slot is there for the taking, and it is still only his second year in the league so he remains late-round fodder.

79. Joey Galloway (NE) – The clock struck midnight on Joey early last year, he didn't do much in Week 1, got hurt in Week 2, then was done as Antonio Bryant more than filled his old role as a replacement. Galloway is still as fast as almost anyone and averaged 17 yards per catch in 2006-07. He will have a role as a situational receiver in New England.

80. Derrick Williams (DET) – Third-round pick should get an opportunity sooner rather than later. With little else behind Calvin Williams on the roster. Williams opened eyes by running a 4.37 in the pre-draft workouts.

81. Michael Clayton (TB) – It was way back in 2004 when Clayton appeared to be the next big thing, and had a somewhat lukewarm season last year. A brand new 5-year/$24 million contract says the Bucs still like him, although he is more regarding for his blocking skills than anything else at this point.

82. Kenny Britt (TN) – The draft stock of the Rutgers product improved drastically after a big performance in a bowl game then running in the 4.4's in the pre-draft workouts. At the very worst, Britt should be #3 on the Titans depth chart.

83. Dwayne Jarrett (CAR) – At least that's a great NASCAR name in Charlotte, didn't he used to drive the #88 car??? Actually Jarrett is another one of those receivers that got a little too much hype coming out of USC. Word out of camp is that Jarrett has shown up at camp with a completely improved attitude - lets see if it carries over to the field.

84. Bobby Wade (MN) – The Vikings leading receiver (56 catches) last year, he should remain a significant part of the offense at least as a slot receiver. The team has already released Andrae Allison in camp.

85. Josh Reed (BUF) – Considered a sleeper early in his career, Josh was written off some but actually had some of the better numbers (56-597) of his career in 2008 although he only found the end zone once. The T.O. signing obviously knocks him down the pecking order.

86. Dennis Northcutt (JAX) – Seems like he's been in the league forever, and is annually available either late in very deep drafts or ends up being decent free agent fodder when the opportunity arises. Northcutt was a mini-Drew Bennett in the fantasy playoff weeks (15-16) last year, going over 100 yards in both games with a TD in each. Don't expect that kind of production throughout the season, he's more of a slot type and his usual line will be in the 2-20 or 3-30 range.

87. Matt Jones (FA) – He actually had a very good season last year catching 65 passes, but after one off-the-field episode too many the Jags cut their losses with him and Jones is currently pounding the pavement looking for work. It's said that Jones has invested $15,000 this off-season working at a performance clinic, now he has to convince suitors that he's turned a new leaf – it is said that he is in the clear legally.

88. Bobby Engram (KC) – At age 36 he's near the end of his time, but just two years removed from a 90+ catch season with Seattle. He should have a role in KC's thin receiving corps.

89. Marcus Smith (BAL) – Former fourth-rounder basically red-shirted last year, but did make what would had been a big catch in a playoff game which was called back by penalty. He caught 90+ passes as a senior at New Mexico.

90. Jordy Nelson (GB) – Had a nice rookie season catching 33 passes, getting some additional playing time with James Jones down. If his career progresses right Jordy could get Donald Driver's current job down the road.

91. Robert Meachem (NO) – Post-hype sleeper. If mired pretty deep on the Saints depth chart but if he finds playing time he would be in a great situation. Definitely worth a lottery ticket selection.

92. Antwaan Randle El (WSH) – Still catches about 50 balls per year and is used in some gadget packages. Should still have a year or so left before launching that broadcasting career.

93.Chaz Schilens (OAK) – Got some auditions last year and could fill-in this year at least until Darrius Heyward-Bey is ready. At the very least Schilens should make the roster over washed-up vet Javon Walker.

94. Jason Avant (PHI) – His role has become pretty well defined, as about a #3 receiver who will at best catch 40 passes or so. You'll probably find him on the wire if in a bye-week bind.

95. Roscoe Parrish (BUF) – One of the best in the league in the return game, and also caught 24 passes as a receiver – his role is not likely to expand much.

96. Plaxico Burress (FA) – Have to rank him somewhere. Even if he is signed by an organization, I see a lengthy suspension by the commissioners office before being allowed to suit up again. Let someone else in your league draft him for novelty's sake.

97. Joaquin Iglesias (CHI) – After getting to catch a lot of balls from Sam Bradford at Oklahoma the last couple years, Iglesias now gets to work with Jay Cutler in the pros, he could easily find a role in Chicago.

98. Andre Caldwell (CIN) – Perhaps a year away from becoming a real factor, but will be used heavily in the return game and out of the Wildcat. Caldwell is said to have become a favorite of the Bengals coaching staff.

99. Mike Furrey (CLE) – You may remember he wound up with close to 100 catches with the Lions a couple years back. Don't look for nearly as much action even if Furrey lands the #3 slot job with Cleveland.

100. Jacoby Jones (HOU) – A very nice lottery pick time who has seen most of the last two seasons as a return specialist. If the team finds a receiving role for him his stock will soar.

101. Laurent Robinson (STL) – After washing up with the Falcons, Laurent is actually challenging for a starting job with the Rams this summer but is not highly recommended.

102. Brad Smith (NYJ) – The former Missouri quarterback is basically the Jets gadget/Wildcat specialist. His role has not really been able to expand beyond that.

103. Javon Walker (OAK) I had all but written J-Walk off after undergoing some sort of 'secret' knee surgery during the off-season. But Walker vows that the procedure will be 'revolutionary' for athletes and word is that he's not looking half-bad in camp. Probably a PUP candidate to start the season even in the best-case scenario.

104. Austin Collie (IND) – If it all works out, the former BYU product could eventually wind up as the Colts #3, slot-type possession receiver. There's always room for anyone who can get open and have hands.

105. Keenan Burton (STL) – Has an inside track to start for the Rams, even as a collegian Burton was not looked at as an exceptional talent.

106. Mohamed Massaquoi (CLE) – Taken a mere 14 picks after Brian Robiske in the draft, but is considered to be a little more of a project.

107. Patrick Turner (MIA) – A big target who in time could be a red-zone threat. Rap on him is the recent lineage of big USC receivers such as Mike Williams and Dwayne Jarrett.

108. David Tyree (NYG) – If he never catches another pass again, that last one he caught with the Giants will remain pretty memorable. Tyree is now said to be healthy after missing the '08 season, but faces a ton of competition in camp.

109. Demetrius Williams (BAL) – Was a very late round fantasy pick last year, and did see a piece of the action early in the season but season ended with Achilles injury and was not 100 percent in mini-camp. Worth a flier only if he proves healthy and outperforms Marcus Smith in camp.

110. Sinorice Moss (NYG) – Has not developed as expected thus far in his career – he will likely battle rookie Mario Manningham for a roster spot.

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