Who are some wide receiver sleeper candidates ????

Question

I'm looking for a list of about ten. With explainations please. Saying why they should have a good year in 2008.

Answer 1

1. Santonio Holmes- he has the biggest upside coming into 2008. Big ben has all of the receivers he needs to match as well as surpass what he did. He has his possesion receiver on the outside with Hines Ward, a potential big play tall receiver in Limas Sweed which gives Santonio the chance to run in the slot. Think of Wes Welker...

2. Marques Colston- In the Saints first 8 games they only face 2 tough defenses. The NFC South division is weak especially in the secondary. Every year he has put out consistent yards under the radar (rookie 1,038 yrds, 8tds,2nd season 98 rec, 1,202 yrds and 11 tds). Plus the Saints get more targets back which will free Colston up.

3. Andre Johnson- He isn't much of a sleeper but people forget about his production before his injury. With a new quarterback he averaged between 80-100 yards. Andre getting hurt gave more opportunities to other receivers to make plays and they did. So now they have other targets that can take some of the attention off Andre. Andre is truly a top 4 talent and should be picked in the 2nd rd.

4. Roddy White- He made a name for himself last year posting up 83 rec, 1,202 yrds, 6 tds. And that was with a plethora of quarterbacks. Every year he has progressed which is a god sign especially for receivers. Matt Ryan has a true arm and can make the throws that past Falcon QB's couldn't make the only problem is he is a rookie and needs time to get experience and build a relationship with his receivers. The Falcons made moves to build up the offense which can only help White's numbers.

5. Calvin Johnson- The sky is the limit for Johnson because he has the ability to be a dangerous threat if he can stay healthy. Most big play receivers break out in their sophomore season. Granted Mike Martz is gone but true cream rises to the top and Jon Kitna isn't afraid to throw it up. Especially when they have no set starter at runningback but hopefully Kevin Smith can give them some glimmer of production.

6. Donte Stallworth- This free agency move has the potential to be one of the many straws to break the defenses back in the AFC North's. Already having explosive targets like Kellen Winslow Jr (TE with receiver ability), Braylon Edwards and Joe Jurevicius put the Browns on the map. But now that they add Donte Stallworth they have a true speed demon, deep threat who makes their offense balanced and deadly. Tom Brady fell in love with throwing to Randy Moss and Wes Welker (who wouldn't) which is why Donte didn't see many touches. Now he has the chance to be a bigger focal point. He would be a great number 2 or 3 receiver on any fantasy team.  

7. Anthony Gonzales- Nobody benefited more from Marvin Harrison being injured than Anthony Gonzales. He was able to get experince in the Colts high flying offense as well as showed signs of playmaking skills. Marvin Harrison's role will diminish slighty due to injuries, Dallas Clark wont see as much slot views due to his injuries as well but it opens the field up for Gonzales. Look for him to breakout in the slot role. The Colts have always had players that can step in the role of Superstar when a playmaker goes down or leaves and I expect Anthony Gonzales to assume that role.

8. Santana Moss- He has fallen off fantasy charts as of lately but maybe the West Coast offense will benefit him. Jason Campbell is progressing slowly but surely and the west coast offense offers more weapons, so maybe they can move and manuever Santana into different looks that could get him more touches plus the return of their key lineman (Jon Jansen and Randy Thomas) will help.

9. Chris Chambers- Now he has a full year with a steady quarterback that can get him the ball. The Chargers are loaded on offense but the only consistent receiver they have is Chris Chambers. Even though Chambers and Rivers only played 13 games together they had pretty good chemistry for 2 guys who never played on the same side. His numbers grew bigger when they hit the playoffs averaging 20 yards a catch on the biggest stage. With more time and a healthy Rivers Chambers can put up good numbers and be a contributing fantasy number 3 or 4 receiver.

10. Jabar Gaffney- Yes, I said Jabar Gaffney. Tom Brady put up record numbers and he is the true definition of a franchise quarterback because the best thing he does is make everyone else better! Jabar Gaffney had a very limited role with the Pats last year but came out strong after the Patriots bye week. Just by eating the leftovers from the other receivers Gaffney was able to put up 36 rec, 449 yrds and 5 tds. Now his role has jumped to him being a full time contributor opposite Randy Moss. He has steady hands and will get touches due to Randy and Welker drawing so much attention. Last year against Pittsburgh He had 7 rec, 122 yrds and a td. Why cant he produce again given the same quarterback and offense?

Honorable Mention-

Sidney Rice- He is looking to emerge after having a solid rookie season.

Early Doucet- A slot position in the Cardinal offense? He won the lottery.

Malcolm Kelly- Big, aggressive receiver in the west coast offense spells trouble for defenses if he catches on quick.

James Hardy- An automatic end zone threat that free's up Lee Evans and gives the Bills another much needed weapon in the passing attack.

Limas Sweed- It will be dangerous if he can contribute in that stacked Steeler offense.

Answer 2

1. D.Bowe is the main threat on the Chiefs. Gonzalez is still solid at TE for them but he is aging.

2.Lee Evans he was top 10 a few yrs ago but slid with the rookie Qb last year. Very good chemistry as season went on.

3.Patrick Crayton #2 in pass heavy explosive O

4.Jerry Porter finally has the chance to be the #1 threat

5.Nate Burleson #2 in pass heavy Seattle O

6.Roddy White the only real threat in Atlanta

7.Calvin Johnson was overhyped last yr had some injuries and people will be on the fence with him now

8.Chris Chambers clicked very well with Rivers at seasons end and Playoffs

9.Jerricho Cotchery should rise up to #1 with an aging Coles. The beefed up O-Line will help passing game

10.D.J Hackett will be #2 in Carolina behind St.Smith remember how well Muhammad always did as the #2 there

Answer 3

whatever you do don't pick matt jones. he's a crack head, not joking.

Answer 4

Ted Ginn Jr. - could be Terry Glenn for the Phins

Robert Meachem - hurt last year in TC. Fast and plays with a wide open O

Sidney Rice or Bernard Berrian - With teams worrying about AP they should see single coverage

Devin Hester - because of what he can do with the ball in his hands.

James Hardy - should be able to beat Josh Reed for the number 2 and with his size the Bills will look to him in the RZ.