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COMMENTARY | Drew Brees NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 4,388 passing (34 TD) 33 rushing (2 TD) | 20,850 | 1st |
The foundation of a successful fantasy roster. Potential league MVP. | Aaron Rodgers GREEN BAY PACKERS | 4,434 passing (30 TD) 316 rushing (5 TD) | 19,000 | 3rd |
One of the hottest commodities this season. Many expect a career year. | Peyton Manning INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 4,500 passing (33 TD) -13 rushing (0 TD) | 19,650 | 2nd |
Always awesome. The Superbowl loss adds motivation. Like he needs it. | Tom Brady NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS | 4,398 passing (28 TD) 44 rushing (1 TD) | 14,525 | 7th |
Unspectacular last year but still pulled his weight. Could
go either way in ’10. | Tony
Romo DALLAS COWBOYS | 4,483 passing (26 TD) 105 rushing (1 TD) | 14,950 | 5th | Has proved he’s legit, and his receiver help is better than ever.
Look out. |
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COMMENTARY | Donovan McNabb WASHINGTON REDSKINS | 3,553 passing (22 TD) 140 rushing (2 TD) | 14,200 | 9th | It should be fun to see how this season pans out. Expect some fantasy magic. | Philip Rivers SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 4,254 passing (28 TD) 50 rushing (1 TD) | 14,450 | 8th | The Chargers will pass more than ever but the WR unit is extremely thin. | Brett Favre MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 4,202 passing (33 TD) 7 rushing (0 TD) | 16,650 | 4th | Might not be as productive as last year but you know there will be fireworks. | Matt Schaub HOUSTON TEXANS | 4,770 passing (29 TD) 57 rushing (0 TD) | 13,300 | 10th | Will lead the league in yards per game with a very potent set of pass catchers. | Matt Ryan ATLANTA FALCONS | 2,916 passing (22 TD) 49 rushing (1 TD) | 11,850 | 12th | Slumped in ’09 thanks to injuries and inconsistency. Will comeback
strong. | Joe Flacco BALTIMORE RAVENS | 3,613 passing (21 TD) 56 rushing (0 TD) | 9,900 | 18th | Having Anquan Boldin instantly raises his value and makes this offense
better. | Eli Manning NEW YORK GIANTS | 4,021 passing (27 TD) 65 rushing (0 TD) | 11,250 | 14th | Coming off his best statistical season during a bad year.
His WR set is solid. | Jay Cutler CHICAGO BEARS | 3,666 passing (27 TD) 173 rushing (1 TD) | 11,825 | 13th | Will throw it A TON, but the Bears did nothing to address his lack
of weapons. | Mark Sanchez NEW YORK JETS | 2,444 passing (12) 106 rushing (3 TD) | 10,425 ® | 15th | The ground game rules, but this guy is something special and fun
to watch. |
OTHERS | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S
COMMENTARY | Carson Palmer CINCINNATI BENGALS | 3,094 passing (21 TD) 93 rushing (3 TD) | 10,400 | 16th | His team is better, but his production has dipped. Don’t
draft him too early. | Alex
Smith SAN FRANCISCO
49ERS | 2,350
passing (18 TD) 51 rushing
(0 TD) | 9,000 | 23rd | The tools are in place for a highly functional and productive offense. | Kevin Kolb PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 741 passing (4 TD) -1 rushing (1 TD) | 2,600 | DNQ |
He’s got it all on his shoulders and a young, gifted team to work with. | Vince Young TENNESSEE TITANS | 1,879 passing (10 TD) 281 rushing (2 TD) | 8,700 | 25th |
The Titans run a lot, but Young could come up with a special season. Maybe. | Chad Henne MIAMI DOLPHINS | 2,878 passing (12 TD) 32 rushing
(1 TD) | 7,150 | 27th | Adding Brandon Marshall elevates this whole team and adds to his
value. | Jason Campbell OAKLAND RAIDERS | 3,618 passing (20 TD) 236 rushing (1 TD) | 8,850 | 24th | A change of scenery is exactly what he needs to prove he isn’t a bust. | Kyle Orton DENVER BRONCOS | 3,802 passing (21 TD) 71 rushing (0 TD) | 10,150 | 17th | The most interesting QB depth chart in the NFL. Tebow is
the X-factor. | Matthew Stafford DETROIT LIONS | 2,267 passing (13 TD) 108 rushing (2 TD) | 9,525 ® | 20th | Don’t expect any miracles, but he is a #1 overall pick for a reason. | Matt Cassel KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 2,924 passing (16 TD) 189 rushing (0 TD) | 8,650 | 26th |
A respectable WR duo and improved run game could make for a nice year. | Matt Moore CAROLINA PANTHERS | 1,053 passing (8 TD) -3 rushing (0 TD) | 3,050 | DNQ |
Won’t be a big stat guy, but can be a steady manager. Clausen adds value. | Matt Hasselbeck SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | 3,029 passing (17 TD) 119 rushing (0 TD) | 9,200 | 21st | 2 bad years in a row, but the Seahawks believe he can still handle the job. | Ben Roethlisberger PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 4,328 passing (26 TD) 82 rushing (2 TD) | 12,850 | 11th | When his suspension is over, you know he’ll play his ass off.
Super risky, but… |
ROOKIES | 2009 COLLEGE STATS | ROUND | PICK | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Sam Bradford ST. LOUIS RAMS | 562 passing (2 TD) -18 rushing (0 TD) | 1st round | #1 | Rookie QBs have been a trend lately. Clearly better that
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COMMENTARY | Chris Johnson TENNESSEE TITANS | 358-2,006 rushing (14 TD) 50-503 receiving (2 TD) | 17,050 | 1st | Probably the first overall pick in every draft. Totally
worth it barring injury. | Adrian Peterson MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 314-1,383 rushing (18 TD) 43-436 receiving (0 TD) | 14,625 | 2nd |
Still the most productive fantasy RB regardless of his fumbling problems. | Ray Rice BALTIMORE RAVENS | 254-1,339 rushing (7 TD) 78-702 receiving (1 TD) | 14,400 | 3rd |
Few teams have this kind of weapon. The best receiving RB available. | Maurice Jones-Drew JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS | 312–1,391 rushing (15
TD) 53-374
receiving (1 TD) | 13,475 | 4th | A dominating fantasy player who has little to no competition at
the position. | Frank Gore SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 229-1,120 rushing (10 TD) 52-406 receiving (3 TD) | 11,400 | 7th | This is the year Gore makes his mark in the NFL and in the fantasy world. | Michael Turner ATLANTA FALCONS | 178-871 rushing (10 TD) 5-35 receiving (0 TD) | 6,125 | 28th | Coming off an injury plagued season, but when healthy, he’s the real deal. |
NEXT LEVEL | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Steven Jackson ST. LOUIS RAMS | 324-1,416 rushing (4 TD) 51-322 receiving (0 TD) | 8,350 | 16th | A true workhorse. A little offensive
balance could go a long way. | Ryan Grant GREEN BAY PACKERS | 282-1,253 rushing (11 TD) 25-197 receiving (0 TD) | 8,775 | 13th | A steady performer who has yet to breakout.
Is this the season? | DeAngelo Williams CAROLINA PANTHERS | 216-1,117 rushing (7 TD) 29-252 receiving (0 TD) | 7,025 | 23rd | The Panthers run the ball a lot, but Jonathan Stewart will steal carries. | Cedric Benson CINCINNATI BENGALS | 301-1,251 rushing (6 TD) 17-111 receiving (0 TD) | 7,475 | 20th | Turned the Bengals into a run first team.
On the Pro Bowl landscape. | Joseph Addai INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 219-828 rushing (10 TD) 51-336 receiving (3 TD) | 11,775 | 6th | Won’t
run much on this passing team, but he is a legitimate red-zone threat. | Reggie Bush NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 70-390 rushing (5 TD) 47-335 receiving (3 TD) | 10,275 | 9th | One of the few non-starters to look at. Huge value as a kick returner. | Matt Forte CHICAGO BEARS | 258-929 rushing (4 TD) 57-471 receiving (0 TD) | 8,175 | 17th | A disappointing sophomore year is motivation to turn things around. | Darren Sproles SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 93-343 rushing (3 TD) 45-497 receiving (4 TD) | 10,375 | 8th | Not an every down back, but excels on third down and special teams. |
OTHERS | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Jamaal Charles KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 190-1,120 rushing (7 TD) 40-297 receiving (1 TD) | 12,400 | 5th | Absolutely blew up late last year, but Thomas Jones will
take touches away. | LeSean
McCoy PHILADELPHIA
EAGLES | 155-637
rushing (4 TD) 40-308
receiving (0 TD) | 6,665
® | 26th | Inherits the starting job. Plays
a lot like Brian Westbrook did years ago. | Beanie Wells ARIZONA CARDINALS | 176-793 rushing (7 TD) 12-143 receiving (0 TD) | 5,570 ® | 34th | Will be utilized more without a strong armed QB. Not the only RB in Arizona. | Rashard Mendenhall PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 242-1,108 rushing (7 TD) 25-261 receiving (1 TD) | 6,825 | 25th | Steelers will use him early and often, even though the
O-line is suspect. | Shonn
Greene NEW YORK
JETS | 108-540
rushing (2 TD) 0-0 receiving
(0 TD) | 4,185
® | 44th | Starting after a huge post-season, but LaDainian
will eat into his statistics. | Knowshon Moreno DENVER BRONCOS | 217-947 rushing (7 TD) 28-213 receiving (2 TD) | 7,495 ® | 19th | Had a solid rookie season. Should become the Broncos’ primary RB. | Ronnie Brown MIAMI DOLPHINS | 147-648 rushing (8 TD) 14-98 receiving (0 TD) | 5,650 | 32nd | Lots of upside, but he is injury prone and Ricky Williams
will get involved. | Felix
Jones DALLAS COWBOYS | 116-685 rushing (3 TD) 19-119 receiving (0 TD) | 5,575 | 33rd | Far more dynamic than Marion Barber. Can
turn any play into a long TD. | Jerome Harrison CLEVELAND BROWNS | 194-682 rushing (5 TD) 34-220 receiving (2 TD) | 7,450 | 21st | Blew up late with 7 TDs in the final 5 games. A late round draft day sleeper. | Pierre Thomas NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 147-793 rushing (6 TD) 39-302 receiving (2 TD) | 9,575 | 11th | Overshadowed by Reggie Bush, but he starts, so he’ll
get a majority of carries. |
ROOKIES | 2009 COLLEGE STATS | ROUND | PICK | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | C.J. Spiller BUFFALO BILLS | 216-1,212 rushing (12 TD) 36-503 receiving (4 TD) | 1st round | #9 | Has some competition, but the Bills think he is the future, beginning
now. | Jahvid Best DETROIT LIONS | 141-867 rushing (12 TD) 22-213 receiving (4 TD) | 1st round | #30 | Should easily take over the starting job. WHEN is the only question. | Ryan Mathews SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 276-1,808 rushing (19 TD) 11-122 receiving (0 TD) | 1st round | #12 | Worth a draft pick even if he begins the season as Darren Sproles
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COMMENTARY | Andre Johnson HOUSTON TEXANS | 101-1,569 yards (9 TD) Six 100+ yard games | 12,275 | 9th | Probably the best pure pass catcher in the NFL. An
easy first round draft pick. | Reggie Wayne INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 100-1,264 yards (10 TD) Five
100+ yard games | 14,250 | 3rd | The most consistent fantasy WR in five years thanks to what Peyton
does. | Larry Fitzgerald ARIZONA CARDINALS | 97-1,092 yards (13 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 14,075 | 4th | Value dips a little with no Warner or Boldin, but don’t let
that scare you. | DeSean
Jackson PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 63-1,167 yards (9 TD) Five
100+ yards games | 15,175 | 1st | A big play threat and return specialist. Needs
his QB to play up to expectations. | Randy Moss NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS | 83-1,264 yards (13 TD) Five
100+ yard games | 13,025 | 8th | Will disappear at times in games, but still deserves
a high round selection. | Miles Austin DALLAS COWBOYS | 81-1,320 yards (11 TD) Five
100+ yard games | 13,275 | 5th | The Cowboys new #1 wideout will be a tempting first round option. | Calvin Johnson DETROIT LIONS | 67-984 yards (5 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 7,675 | 34th | A full year with Stafford will result in a much more bountiful season. | Roddy White ATLANTA FALCONS | 85-1,153 yards (11 TD) Four 100+ yard games | 11,375 | 12th | If Matt Ryan stays healthy, White will put up another excellent
year. | Marques Colston NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 70-1,074 yards (9 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 10,350 | 15th | The Saints will spread the ball around, but Colston gets the majority
of looks. | Brandon Marshall MIAMI DOLPHINS | 101-1,120 yards (10 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 11,575 | 10th | The best WR the Dolphins have had in years, but this team loves
to run. | Greg Jennings GREEN BAY PACKERS | 68-1,113 yards (4 TD) Six 100+
yard games | 10,025 | 16th | Will be seen at the end of numerous Aaron Rodgers pass attempts
this year. |
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COMMENTARY | Steve Smith NEW YORK GIANTS | 107-1,220 yards (7 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 10,525 | 14th | Has quickly developed into the main target among a cluster of emerging WRs. | Anquan Boldin BALTIMORE RAVENS | 84-1,024 yards (4 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 8,625 | 26th | Gets a chance to prove himself as one of the NFLs elite.
Flacco loves the idea. | Chad Ochocinco CINCINNATI BENGALS | 72-1,047 yards (9 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 9,500 | 18th | Steady, but more hype than substance. Will see less double
teams than EVER. | Steve
Smith CAROLINA
PANTHERS | 65-982
yards (7 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 8,375 | t-28th | His numbers remain constant on this run first team.
Can work with any QB. | Wes Welker NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS | 123-1,348 yards (4 TD) Six 100+
yard games | 11,425 | 11th | Coming off ACL surgery, so this might be a tough year.
Still worth drafting. | Michael Crabtree SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 48-625 yards (2 TD) Zero 100+ yard games | 6,005 ® | 51st | Offensive hopes are high because of Crabtree. Could
be really special. | Donald
Driver GREEN BAY PACKERS | 70-1,061 yards (6 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 8,500 | 27th | Declining a little, but still consistent. Will
get his on this active offense. | Percy Harvin MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 60-790 yards (6 TD) One 100+
yard games | 14,690
® | 2nd | Does it all, and does it well. Reigning
rookie of the year should only improve. | Hines Ward PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 95-1,167 yards (6 TD) Five
100+ yard games | 9,325 | 19th | Whether you love him or hate him, he always puts up solid numbers. | Joshua Cribbs CLEVELAND BROWNS | 20-135 yards (1 TD) Zero 100+ yard games | 13,150 | t-6th | Won’t put up WR-like stats, but he
makes up for it as a kick returner. | Pierre Garcon INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 47-765 yards (4 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 8,825 | 25th | Made a name for himself In ‘09, but may have to compete for the #2 job. | Robert Meachem NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 45-722 yards (9 TD) One 100+ yard game | 8,375 | t-28th | A few gigantic games last year may have boosted him into a starting role. | Dwayne Bowe KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 47-589 yards (4 TD) One 100+ yard games | 4,875 | 68th | When he plays, he scores. A lot of balance with
Chris Chambers on board. | Terrell Owens CINCINNATI BENGALS | 55-829 yards (5 TD) One 100+
yard game | 6,925 | 41st | Are you ready for DRAMA?! If you can
deal with it, enjoy this reality show. | Derrick Mason BALTIMORE RAVENS | 73-1,028 yards (7 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 9,075 | 21st | With Boldin on the other side, Mason sees less coverage and his
stats go up. | Santana Moss WASHINGTON REDSKINS | 70-902 yards (3 TD) One 100+ yard game | 6,650 | 45th | Welcomes McNabb with open arms. They
will quickly become a potent duo. | Braylon Edwards NEW YORK JETS | 45-680 yards (4 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 6,825 | 42nd | Overrated, but if the Jets let Sanchez loose, Edwards will certainly
benefit. | Malcolm Floyd SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 45-776 yards (1 TD) One 100+ yard game | 4,575 | 72nd | Forced into more action while Vincent Jackson is suspended.
Could breakout. | T.J. Houshmandzadeh NO TEAM YET | 79-911 yards (3 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 7,025 | t-387th | If he ends up on a team with a good QB, he should sneak back up the charts. |
OTHERS | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Hakeem Nicks NEW YORK GIANTS | 47-790 yards (6 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 7,620 ® | 35th | Inconsistent as a rookie, but he’s got a shot at the #2 spot in New York. | Devin Hester CHICAGO BEARS | 57-757 yards (3 TD) One 100+ yard game | 5,775 | t-54th | The Bears’ best WR, but someone else needs to step up to get
ideal results. | Bernard
Berrian MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 55-618 yards (4 TD) Zero
100+ yard games | 6,725 | 43rd | Assumes the #1 role in Minnesota while Sydney
Rice recovers from hip surgery. | Steve Breaston ARIZONA CARDINALS | 55-712 yards (3 TD) One 100+
yard games | 7,725 | 33rd | Should be a capable replacement for Boldin.
Retains his punt return duties. | Chris Chambers KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 45-730 yards (5 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 5,775 | t-54th | Played like a man possessed after his trade.
Should carry over into this year. | Roy Williams DALLAS COWBOYS | 38-596 yards (7 TD) One 100+
yard game | 5,800 | 53rd | Must play extremely well to keep Dez Bryant out of his
starting spot. | Lee
Evans BUFFALO BILLS | 44-612 yards (7 TD) Zero 100+ yard games | 5,600 | 58th | The only reason he’s worth drafting is because
there’s no one else to throw to. | Eddie Royal DENVER BRONCOS | 37-345 yards (0 TD) Zero
100+ yard games | 7,025 | t-38th | A major disappointment last year, but he’s
now the Broncos leading receiver. | Johnny Knox CHICAGO BEARS | 45-527 yards (5 TD) Zero
100+ yard games | 9,100
® | 20th | Looked good in his first season,
but many of his points came on kick returns. | Mike Sims-Walker JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS | 63-869 yards (7 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 7,525 | 36th | The only legitimate fantasy WR for the Jags.
Will catch most of the passes. | Austin Collie INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 60-676 yards (7 TD) One 100+ yard game | 11,205 ® | 13th | Even the third string WR in Indy has value. Will push for more time in 2010. | Ted Ginn Jr. SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 38-454 yards (1 TD) One 100+ yard game | 8,850 | 24th | New life in San Fran should reignite his career.
A real weapon on special teams. | Mike Wallace PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 39-756 yards (6 TD) One 100+
yard game | 7,015
® | 40th | With Santonio Holmes gone, Wallace should start.
Played soundly as a rookie. | Davone Bess MIAMI DOLPHINS | 76-758 yards (2 TD) One 100+
yard game | 6,200 | 49th | Turning into a fantastic short yardage possession WR.
Needs more TDs. | Mike Williams SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | NO STATS | DNQ | DNQ | Absolutely
blew up in training camp after missing the last 2 years. | Kevin Walter HOUSTON TEXANS | 53-611 yards (2 TD) Zero
100+ yard games | 4,425 | 74th | Playing opposite Andre Johnson means less catches, but
he will get his chances. | Jerricho Cotchery NEW YORK JETS | 57-821 yards (3 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 8,225 | 30th | Worth a late round draft pick, but his role will wane
once Holmes returns. | Patrick
Crayton SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 37-622 yards (5 TD) One 100+
yard game | 8,975 | 23rd | Late pre-season trade gives the Bolts a legit #2 WR and
another punt returner. | Kenny Britt TENNESSEE TITANS | 42-701 yards (3 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 5,670
® | 57th | Led his team in receiving yards as a rookie.
The only Titan WR worth taking. | Devin Thomas WASHINGTON REDSKINS | 25-325 yards (3 TD) One 100+
yard game | 3,925 | 77th | Takes on the #2 job without Randle-El. Should
blossom with McNabb at QB. | Jeremy Maclin PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 55-762 yards (4 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 9,030 ® | 22nd | Had a few great games as a rookie, but they need a lot
more from him in 2010. | Nate Burleson DETROIT LIONS | 63-812 yards (3 TD) Two 100+
yard games | 6,675 | 44th | A great veteran compliment to Calvin Johnson, but only
if he stays healthy. | Danny
Amendola ST. LOUIS RAMS | 43-326 yards (1 TD) Zero
100+ yard games | 6,375 |
t-47th | Showing
nice chemistry with Bradford, plus he’s a great kick AND punt returner. | Santonio Holmes NEW YORK JETS | 79-1,248 yards (5 TD) Three 100+ yard games | 8,125 | 31st | When he returns from his four game suspension, he’ll have
a lot to prove. | Vincent Jackson SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 68-1,167 yards (9 TD) Seven
100+ yard games | 9,900 | 17th | His 4 game suspension makes drafting him tough, but it may still be worth it. |
ROOKIES | 2009 COLLEGE STATS | ROUND | PICK | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Dez Bryant DALLAS COWBOYS | 17-323 yards (4 TD) One 100+ yard game | 1st round | #24 | Tons of positive hype, but a sprained ankle in camp could mean a slow start. | Demaryius Thomas DENVER BRONCOS | 46-1,154 yards (8 TD) Four 100+ yard games | 1st round | #22 | The first WR taken in the draft. Should be a major factor from Week 1. | Golden Tate SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | 93-1,496 yards (15 TD) Nine 100+ yard games | 2nd round | #28 | One of the most polished draftees at this position, and Seattle is thin at WR. | Jordan Shipley CINCINNATI BENGALS | 116-1,485 yards (13 TD) Six 100+
yard games | 3rd round | #20 | Has some
work to do to break into the lineup, but he could surprise. | Mike Williams TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS | 49-746 yards (6 TD) Two 100+ yard games | 4th round | #3 | Emerged in training camp as the Bucs top wideout, but
that’s not saying a lot. |
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COMMENTARY | Dallas Clark INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 100-1,106 yards (10 TD) Eleven 50+ yard games | 21,358 | 1st |
Catches passes like a WR. A steal in the bottom half of the 1st round. | Antonio Gates SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 79-1,157 yards (8 TD) Eleven 50+ yard games | 16,500 | 2nd |
Always among the NFLs best fantasy TEs. Will be used early and often. | Jason Witten DALLAS COWBOYS | 94-1,030 yards (2 TD) Seven 50+ yard games | 15,215 | 4th |
He’s still the top target in Dallas. I guarantee he’ll score more TDs in 2010. | Vernon Davis SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 78-965 yards (13 TD) Eight 50+ yard games | 16,445 | 3rd |
Living up to expectations, but fans want more. Expect a Pro Bowl year. | Tony Gonzalez ATLANTA FALCONS | 83-867 yards (6 TD) Ten 50+ yard games | 13,401 | 6th | Will be the recipient of a lot of Matt Ryan passes. Age is not an issue. |
NEXT LEVEL | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | JerMichael Finley GREEN
BAY PACKERS | 55-676
yards (5 TD) Eight 50+ yard games | 11,255 | 10th | Flashed signs of greatness as Aaron Rodgers blossomed. Gonna
be HUGE! | Kellen Winslow Jr. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS | 77-884 yards (5 TD) Nine 50+ yard games | 12,502 | 7th |
The Bucs’ only offensive player who earns consideration on draft day. | Brent Celek PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 76-971 yards (8 TD) Nine 50+ yard games | 14,365 | 5th |
Good for 4 or 5 catches per game. Will be Kevin Kolbs’ release valve. | Owen Daniels HOUSTON TEXANS | 40-519 yards (5 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 7,657 | 18th | Plenty of time to recover from knee surgery. 2nd best receiver
in Houston. | Heath Miller PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 76-789 yards (6 TD) Eight 50+ yard games | 12,317 | 8th |
Underappreciated, but seasoned fantasy owners know better. | Chris Cooley WASHINGTON REDSKINS | 29-332 yards (2 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 4,446 | 26th |
Looking to restore his reputation after missing most of 2009. | Visanthe Shiancoe MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 56-566 yards (11 TD) Three 50+ yard games | 12,205 | 9th |
Worked really well with Brett Favre, especially in the red-zone. | Zach Miller OAKLAND RAIDERS | 66-805 yards (3 TD) Seven 50+ yard games | 10,215 | 13th |
The Raiders best offensive weapon by far, and now he’s got a legit QB. |
OTHERS | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Dustin Keller NEW YORK JETS | 45-522 yards (2 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 10,732 | 11th | The Jets need to find new ways to get him involved. He’s
that good. | Todd Heap BALTIMORE RAVENS | 53-593 yards (6 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 9,734 | 14th | His best days may be behind him, but he still has the skills to contribute. | Greg Olsen CHICAGO BEARS | 60-612 yards (8 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 10,486 | 12th | The Bears’ leader in catches and TDs. Will only build
on last years’ progress. | Kevin Boss NEW YORK GIANTS | 42-567 yards (5 TD) Five
50+ yard games | 7,801 | 17th | Gets a little better every year. Eli finds a
way to get him involved. | John Carlson SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | 51-574 yards (7 TD) Three
50+ yard games | 9,622 | 16th | If the QB was better, we’d be all over this guy.
Not a bad late option. | Jeremy Shockey NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 48-569 yards (3 TD) Two 50+
yard games | 9,656 | 15th | His name gets him drafted, but his weekly output isn’t that
impressive. | Brandon Pettigrew DETROIT LIONS | 30-346 yards (2 TD) Three 50+ yard games | 5,571 ® | 21st | Will soon become a Stafford favorite. Dynamic near the end-zone. | Bo Scaife TENNESSEE TITANS | 45-440 yards (1 TD) Two 50+ yard games | 5,370 | 23rd | Only on this list because the Titans have very little else to offer. | Anthony Fasano MIAMI DOLPHINS | 31-339 yards (2 TD) Two 50+ yard games | 4,417 | 27th | Not much, but he could justify a last round pick if you need a tight end. | Marcedes Lewis JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS | 32-518 yards (2 TD) Four 50+ yard games | 5,554 | 22nd | Low impact offenses don’t produce good fantasy TEs. Just
above average. | Daniel
Graham DENVER BRONCOS | 28-289 yards (1 TD) Zero 50+ yard games | 3,617 | 35th | They lost Tony Scheffler, so Graham is now the main man in Denver. | Ben Watson CLEVELAND BROWNS | 29-404 yards (5 TD) Two 50+ yard games | 6,196 | 20th |
Can redeem himself if Delhomme plays well. Sleeper-esque material. |
ROOKIES | 2009 COLLEGE STATS | ROUND | PICK | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Jermaine Gresham CINCINNATI BENGALS | DID NOT PLAY (Injury) | 1st round | #21 |
The only TE taken in the 1st round. Will have an instant impact. | Rob Gronkowski NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS | DID NOT PLAY (Injury) | 2nd round | #10 | Fills an immediate need for the Patriots after losing Ben Watson. |
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TOP TIER | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S
COMMENTARY | Nate Kaeding SAN DIEGO CHARGERS | 32-35 Field Goals 50-51 Extra Points, | 10,600 | 2nd |
Probably the NFLs’ best kicker. The first one drafted in most leagues. | David Akers PHILADELPHIA EAGLES | 32-37 Field Goals 43-45 Extra Points | 10,375 | 3rd |
Extremely productive and reliable. A Pro Bowl candidate every year. | Ryan Longwell MINNESOTA VIKINGS | 26-28 Field Goals 54-55 Extra Points | 9,900 | 4th |
Kicking for one of the leagues highest scoring teams. And they play indoors. | Garrett Hartley NEW ORLEANS SAINTS | 9-11 Field Goals 10-11 Extra Points | 11,000 | 1st |
Another dynamic offense. He’s young, but he showed great poise in the playoffs. | Stephen Gostkowski NE W ENGLAND PATRIOTS | 26-31 Field Goals 47-47
Extra Points | 8,825 | 10th | A fantasy favorite thanks to the Pats potent reputation.
Former Pro Bowler. | Mason Crosby GREEN BAY PACKERS | 27-36 Field Goals 48-49 Extra Points | 9,250 | 6th |
Misses way too many, but the offense gives him plenty of opportunities. | Rob Bironas TENNESSEE TITANS | 27-32 Field Goals 37-37 Extra Points | 9,225 | 7th | Always considered among the elite. The NFLs’ most dependable long range
kicker. |
NEXT LEVEL | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S
COMMENTARY | Neil Rackers HOUSTON TEXANS | 16-17 Field Goals 37-38 Extra Points | 7,225 | 25th | Made the Pro Bowl once with Arizona, and this offense is just as powerful. | Jeff Reed PITTSBURGH STEELERS | 27-31 Field Goals 41-41 Extra Points | 9,075 | 8th |
The Steelers will always settle for a FG attempt, and he does his job well. | Jay Feely ARIZONA CARDINALS | 30-36 Field Goals 32-32 Extra Points | 9,700 | 5th |
Arizona only attempted 24 FGs in ’09, but that may change with Leinart at QB. | Lawrence Tynes NEW YORK GIANTS | 27-32 Field Goals 45-45
Extra Points | 8,875 | 9th | One of the most consistent in the NFL, and he does it in harsh environments. | Matt Prater DENVER BRONCOS | 30-35 Field Goals 32-32 Extra Points | 8,700 | 11th | Earns a spot on this level after a superb first season playing in Denver. | Robbie Gould CHICAGO BEARS | 24-28 Field Goals 33-33 Extra Points | 7,725 | 17th | If this sputtering offense shows minimal improvement, Gould will score well. | Sebastian Janikowski OAKLAND RAIDERS | 26-29 Field Goals 17-17 Extra Points | 8,575 | 13th | The strongest leg in the league, but the Raiders need to score touchdowns.
| Shayne Graham BALTIMORE RAVENS | 23-28 Field Goals 28-29 Extra Points | 7,400 | 20th | A clear upgrade at the position and the Ravens like to kick a lot of field
goals. | Adam Vinatieri INDIANAPOLIS COLTS | 7-9 Field Goals 17-18 Extra Points | 8,100 | 16th | It doesn’t matter if it’s him or someone else. Good
offenses produce high scorers. | David Buehler DALLAS COWBOYS | 0-0 Field Goals 0-0 Extra Points | DNQ | DNQ |
Sometimes you draft a PK based on team potential. This is one of those cases. |
OTHERS | 2009 STATS | 2009 Points | 2009 Rank | COMMISH’S COMMENTARY | Matt Bryant ATLANTA FALCONS | 7-10 Field Goals 10-10 Extra Points | 6,150 | 29th | Has veteran experience, and the offense appears to be on an upswing. | Joe Nedney SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | 17-21 Field Goals 33-33 Extra Points | 5,825 | 31st | The 49ers will need him if they struggle to put the ball in the end-zone. | Ryan Succop KANSAS CITY CHIEFS | 25-29 Field Goals 29-29 Extra Points | 8,420 ® | 14th |
Another case of needing an offense to step things up. Could go either way. | Dan Carpenter MIAMI DOLPHINS | 25-28 Field Goals 37-38 Extra Points | 7,625 | 18th | Made the Pro Bowl as an alternate last year. Nod bad, but
nothing special. | Nick
Folk NEW YORK
JETS | 18-28
Field Goals 36-36 Extra Points | 7,375 | 21st | An awful kicker on a good team. Only worth taking because
the Jets look hot. | Dave
Rayner CINCINNATI
BENGALS | NO STATS | DNQ | DNQ |
No guarantee he gets the job, but the Bengals will produce a good PK this year. | Josh Brown ST. LOUIS RAMS | 19-24 Field Goals 16-16 Extra Points | 7,550 | 19th | Kicks more 50 yarders than anyone, but the Rams need TDs, not field goals. | Rian Lindell BUFFALO BILLS | 28-33 Field Goals 24-24 Extra Points | 8,250 | 15th | You wouldn’t think he was on the high side of average, but he is. | John Kasay CAROLINA PANTHERS | 22-27 Field Goals 31-32 Extra Points | 6,675 | 25th | Draft him if you don’t have a PK in the last round and don’t know
who to take. | Josh Scobee JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS | 18-28 Field Goals 30-31 Extra Points | 6,650 | 26th | Draft him if you don’t have a PK in the last round and don’t know
who to take. | Olinda Mare SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | 24-26 Field Goals 28-28 Extra Points | 6,475 | 27th | Draft him if you don’t have a PK in the last round and don’t know
who to take. |
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