2011 Rookie WRs are Awesome (for now :wink:) (1 Viewer)

[JohnnyU]

2010 - Dez Bryant, Mike Williams, Jacoby Ford, DeMaryius Thomas, Arrelious Benn and some others, too early to tell

2009 - Nicks, Crabtree, Maclin, Harvin, Britt

2008 - DeSean Jackson

2011

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1. AJ Green (WR Georgia)

2. Julio Jones (WR Alabama)

3. Justin Blackmon (WR Ok St)

4. Jonathan Baldwin (WR Pittsburgh)

5. Michael Floyd (WR Notre Dame)

6. Ryan Broyles (WR Oklahoma)

7. Torrey Smith (WR Maryland)

8. Randall Cobb (WR Ky)

9. Leonard Hankerson (WR Miami)

10. DeVier Posey (WR Ohio St)

11. Austin Pettis (WR Boise St)

 

[Eastwood]

I couldn't be more excited about this WR class. I have 8 of the first 16 picks in one of my 12 team PPR dynasty leagues, and figure I could likely end up with 3 or 4 of the top 6 WRs. WOO HOO!!

 

[King of the Jungle]

AJ Green and everyone else. I don't see a special class. I think Julio & Baldwin are extremely overrated.

 

[Steed]

How did Demaryius end up in that 1st group? Might as well include DHB in that second group if Thomas gets mention in the 2010 group.

 

[JohnnyU]

AJ Green and everyone else. I don't see a special class. I think Julio & Baldwin are extremely overrated.

Ok, but I disagree. I think there will be at least 5 WRs turn out to be very good from this class. I may not be right about which five, but there will be at least that many who turn out to be very good and 3 will turn out to be as good as Nicks and Bryant. There I said it. The first 3 in my list should fill the bill and if Blackmon doesn't declare one of the others could easily take his place in the top 3.

 

[No Way Jose]

AJ Green and everyone else. I don't see a special class. I think Julio & Baldwin are extremely overrated.

Do you even watch college football?

 

[SSOG]

How did Demaryius end up in that 1st group? Might as well include DHB in that second group if Thomas gets mention in the 2010 group.

Demaryius made the first group by looking awesome in his limited action. DHB failed to make the second group because he's looked terrible in his limited action.When I see Demaryius play, I see a future star. Guys that big should not move that well. It defies the laws of physics. He may not be producing much as a rookie, but lots of rookies fail to make a big splash. When I see him play, I see a future star. Others' opinions may differ, but I'd much, much rather own him than Jacoby Ford or Arrelious Benn.

 

[FantasyTrader]

How did Demaryius end up in that 1st group? Might as well include DHB in that second group if Thomas gets mention in the 2010 group.

Demaryius made the first group by looking awesome in his limited action. DHB failed to make the second group because he's looked terrible in his limited action.When I see Demaryius play, I see a future star. Guys that big should not move that well. It defies the laws of physics. He may not be producing much as a rookie, but lots of rookies fail to make a big splash. When I see him play, I see a future star. Others' opinions may differ, but I'd much, much rather own him than Jacoby Ford or Arrelious Benn.

I've seen the same thing having watched every game he's played. Guys that big? There's usually a lot of "flailing", for lack of a better word. Arms and elbows and knees going every which way. But it's pretty rare to see a guy that big move so fluidly. He has spectactular control - but still not at all afraid to run through you if you're in his way. I think he ends up being a red zone beast.

 

[FUBAR]

Does anyone think Jerrel Jernigan can be anything but a return specialist?

We can get a look at him tonight in the New Orleans Bowl, has anyone seen him on a regular basis? Decent

, but those never show the whole picture.

 

[King of the Jungle]

AJ Green and everyone else. I don't see a special class. I think Julio & Baldwin are extremely overrated.

Do you even watch college football?

I apologize, my first post was terrible. I have seen Julio play at least 8 times and have not been overly impressed. I expected him to take over the game but he never did. He fights with the ball trying to catch it way too much for my taste and would bet his forty time disappoints. Admittedly I have only seen Baldwin play once. His skill set seems higher than his maturity level however I was not blown away. Of course QB play may have not allowed him to show off his game in that particular instance. In comparing size and ability I would put him below Danario Alexander. I think Blackmon has a chance to be a solid receiver, but I think this class as a whole is overrated.***I would also like to add that I am not a scout and am only average at fantasy football. So I wouldn't put much into what I write.

 

[moderated]

I've been looking forward to this wr class for a couple of years now. One of the best wr classes ever at the top. It isn't like these top guys just burst onto the scene (outside of blackmon), they have been known as studs since high school and outside of an off year or so have been as good as advertised.

We see a wr class like this once in a lifetime, for those drafting in the top 8 picks or so don't get foolish and pass on them for a 2nd rate flash in the pan rb.

If you're lucky enough to snag a floyd type with a mid 1st just pat yourself on the back and enjoy having a stud wr for years to come.

 

[JohnnyU]

I've been looking forward to this wr class for a couple of years now. One of the best wr classes ever at the top. It isn't like these top guys just burst onto the scene (outside of blackmon), they have been known as studs since high school and outside of an off year or so have been as good as advertised.We see a wr class like this once in a lifetime, for those drafting in the top 8 picks or so don't get foolish and pass on them for a 2nd rate flash in the pan rb.If you're lucky enough to snag a floyd type with a mid 1st just pat yourself on the back and enjoy having a stud wr for years to come.

After winning the title in the first year of the HyperActive I league I immediately dismantled the team and went into rebuild mode. I have 6 first round picks in the 2011 draft (#1, #2, #3, #9, #10, and either #7 or #12 depending on this week's games). I also have Dez Bryant, Kenny Britt, Blount, Finley, Graham, Gresham, Pettigrew, Sam Bradford, and Matt Ryan to build with (I'm sure everyone wants to know my roster ), but the main point of this post is to illustrate how important I think the 2011 draft is.

 

[ConstruxBoy]

I've been looking forward to this wr class for a couple of years now. One of the best wr classes ever at the top. It isn't like these top guys just burst onto the scene (outside of blackmon), they have been known as studs since high school and outside of an off year or so have been as good as advertised.We see a wr class like this once in a lifetime, for those drafting in the top 8 picks or so don't get foolish and pass on them for a 2nd rate flash in the pan rb.If you're lucky enough to snag a floyd type with a mid 1st just pat yourself on the back and enjoy having a stud wr for years to come.

After winning the title in the first year of the HyperActive I league I immediately dismantled the team and went into rebuild mode. I have 6 first round picks in the 2011 draft (#1, #2, #3, #9, #10, and either #7 or #12 depending on this week's games). I also have Dez Bryant, Kenny Britt, Blount, Finley, Graham, Gresham, Pettigrew, Sam Bradford, and Matt Ryan to build with (I'm sure everyone wants to know my roster ), but the main point of this post is to illustrate how important I think the 2011 draft is.

I'd be perfectly happy if you listened to everyone's advice in this thread and left me Julio at 1.4. TIA.

 

[Steed]

I've been looking forward to this wr class for a couple of years now. One of the best wr classes ever at the top. It isn't like these top guys just burst onto the scene (outside of blackmon), they have been known as studs since high school and outside of an off year or so have been as good as advertised.We see a wr class like this once in a lifetime, for those drafting in the top 8 picks or so don't get foolish and pass on them for a 2nd rate flash in the pan rb.If you're lucky enough to snag a floyd type with a mid 1st just pat yourself on the back and enjoy having a stud wr for years to come.

I'm having a tough time separating the overexuberance from the actual truth right now. I think the 2009 WR class is the best class going back to 1996 which might have been the best class ever : Keyshawn, Marvin Harrison, Eric Moulds, Amani Toomer, TO, Joe Horn, Muhsin Muhammed, Bobby Engram and Patrick Jeffers. The 2011 guys look nice but I'm not sure they're better than 2009.

 

[bonesman]

How did Demaryius end up in that 1st group? Might as well include DHB in that second group if Thomas gets mention in the 2010 group.

Austin Collie deserves mention in the 2009 class.

 

[Eastwood]

I have 6 first round picks in the 2011 draft (#1, #2, #3, #9, #10, and either #7 or #12 depending on this week's games).

JohnnyU I think we both must be giddy for this year's rookie draft. I have the #3,#4,#5, a pick between #8-#12 depending on this week's games, PLUS the 13-16th picks. Even though my RB core isn't the greatest in this league (DeAngelo, Stewart, Wells, Starks) I will be using all those early 1sts on the B.P.A. which will certainly all be WRs. I figure if I can get lucky and land a good RB with 1 of those 4 picks in the beginning of the 2nd, I'm set! (And I do have Calvin and Sidney already)

 

[Steed]

How did Demaryius end up in that 1st group? Might as well include DHB in that second group if Thomas gets mention in the 2010 group.

Austin Collie deserves mention in the 2009 class.

No Mike Wallace either.

 

[FavreCo]

Don't forget the small school WRs. You will see one at the combine that smokes a lot of the names on this list.

 

[Go deep]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

 

[DansRams]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

That is easy to say in hindsight because some of the 09 class has already lived up to their potenital. Going into the 09 draft vs going into this draft, 11 looks better IMO. If Green, Jones, Blackmon, Floyd and Baldwin live up to their potential ala Nicks and Maclin...11 is better and it isn't even close. The depth of elite potential in this years draft is as good as I can remember...thats not to say this class couldn't bust...it certainly could.The additional part about this draft that is exciting for the wr's is the number of top qb's that need wr's and we all know the importance of a top qb on fantasy wr stats. Rivers - still have to see about VJax return or not, but even if he stays another wr could be a possibilityRyan - needs a number 2 next to RoddyFlacco - needs a #1 so Boldin can slide to a 1b roleBradford - needs wr's periodBrady - obviously can excel without Moss, but could still use a true #1Schaub - Some may question him as a top qb after this season, but a strong #2 next to AJ would look goodI think (still have to see how the NFL Draft plays out), the top QB team need and the talent of this years wr class could make for a very special class.

 

[Go deep]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

That is easy to say in hindsight because some of the 09 class has already lived up to their potenital. Going into the 09 draft vs going into this draft, 11 looks better IMO. If Green, Jones, Blackmon, Floyd and Baldwin live up to their potential ala Nicks and Maclin...11 is better and it isn't even close. The depth of elite potential in this years draft is as good as I can remember...thats not to say this class couldn't bust...it certainly could.The additional part about this draft that is exciting for the wr's is the number of top qb's that need wr's and we all know the importance of a top qb on fantasy wr stats. Rivers - still have to see about VJax return or not, but even if he stays another wr could be a possibilityRyan - needs a number 2 next to RoddyFlacco - needs a #1 so Boldin can slide to a 1b roleBradford - needs wr's periodBrady - obviously can excel without Moss, but could still use a true #1Schaub - Some may question him as a top qb after this season, but a strong #2 next to AJ would look goodI think (still have to see how the NFL Draft plays out), the top QB team need and the talent of this years wr class could make for a very special class.

Hindsight definitely has something to do with my opinion, but the 2009 class did have 6 first round picks. So either way, i think the 2009 class is better then and now.

 

[DansRams]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

That is easy to say in hindsight because some of the 09 class has already lived up to their potenital. Going into the 09 draft vs going into this draft, 11 looks better IMO. If Green, Jones, Blackmon, Floyd and Baldwin live up to their potential ala Nicks and Maclin...11 is better and it isn't even close. The depth of elite potential in this years draft is as good as I can remember...thats not to say this class couldn't bust...it certainly could.The additional part about this draft that is exciting for the wr's is the number of top qb's that need wr's and we all know the importance of a top qb on fantasy wr stats. Rivers - still have to see about VJax return or not, but even if he stays another wr could be a possibilityRyan - needs a number 2 next to RoddyFlacco - needs a #1 so Boldin can slide to a 1b roleBradford - needs wr's periodBrady - obviously can excel without Moss, but could still use a true #1Schaub - Some may question him as a top qb after this season, but a strong #2 next to AJ would look goodI think (still have to see how the NFL Draft plays out), the top QB team need and the talent of this years wr class could make for a very special class.

Hindsight definitely has something to do with my opinion, but the 2009 class did have 6 first round picks. So either way, i think the 2009 class is better then and now.

I see it as 5 plus a nucklehead Raider pick . This year could very well have 5 1sts too. I also give this years class the advantage due to the top 3 (Green, Jones, Blackmon) being better elite potential prospects IMO than the top 3 in the 09 class...and that is with me throwing out DHB.

 

[Go deep]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

That is easy to say in hindsight because some of the 09 class has already lived up to their potenital. Going into the 09 draft vs going into this draft, 11 looks better IMO. If Green, Jones, Blackmon, Floyd and Baldwin live up to their potential ala Nicks and Maclin...11 is better and it isn't even close. The depth of elite potential in this years draft is as good as I can remember...thats not to say this class couldn't bust...it certainly could.The additional part about this draft that is exciting for the wr's is the number of top qb's that need wr's and we all know the importance of a top qb on fantasy wr stats. Rivers - still have to see about VJax return or not, but even if he stays another wr could be a possibilityRyan - needs a number 2 next to RoddyFlacco - needs a #1 so Boldin can slide to a 1b roleBradford - needs wr's periodBrady - obviously can excel without Moss, but could still use a true #1Schaub - Some may question him as a top qb after this season, but a strong #2 next to AJ would look goodI think (still have to see how the NFL Draft plays out), the top QB team need and the talent of this years wr class could make for a very special class.

Hindsight definitely has something to do with my opinion, but the 2009 class did have 6 first round picks. So either way, i think the 2009 class is better then and now.

I see it as 5 plus a nucklehead Raider pick . This year could very well have 5 1sts too. I also give this years class the advantage due to the top 3 (Green, Jones, Blackmon) being better elite potential prospects IMO than the top 3 in the 09 class...and that is with me throwing out DHB.

I agree that the DHB pick was awful, but he was going to go in the first round either way. Im sure the 2011 class will have a few busts as well. Right now Green is the only guy i would say is a cant miss, but then again, Crabtree was considered a cant miss, and he isnt even one of the top 5 WR's from the 2009 class.On a side note, for anyone who decided to rebuild their dynasty teams with draft picks in 2008 and 2009 is probably looking really good right now.

 

[DansRams]

The 2011 class looks pretty good, but not as good as the 2009 class.

That is easy to say in hindsight because some of the 09 class has already lived up to their potenital. Going into the 09 draft vs going into this draft, 11 looks better IMO. If Green, Jones, Blackmon, Floyd and Baldwin live up to their potential ala Nicks and Maclin...11 is better and it isn't even close. The depth of elite potential in this years draft is as good as I can remember...thats not to say this class couldn't bust...it certainly could.

The additional part about this draft that is exciting for the wr's is the number of top qb's that need wr's and we all know the importance of a top qb on fantasy wr stats.

Rivers - still have to see about VJax return or not, but even if he stays another wr could be a possibility

Ryan - needs a number 2 next to Roddy

Flacco - needs a #1 so Boldin can slide to a 1b role

Bradford - needs wr's period

Brady - obviously can excel without Moss, but could still use a true #1

Schaub - Some may question him as a top qb after this season, but a strong #2 next to AJ would look good

I think (still have to see how the NFL Draft plays out), the top QB team need and the talent of this years wr class could make for a very special class.

Hindsight definitely has something to do with my opinion, but the 2009 class did have 6 first round picks. So either way, i think the 2009 class is better then and now.

I see it as 5 plus a nucklehead Raider pick :X . This year could very well have 5 1sts too. I also give this years class the advantage due to the top 3 (Green, Jones, Blackmon) being better elite potential prospects IMO than the top 3 in the 09 class...and that is with me throwing out DHB.

I agree that the DHB pick was awful, but he was going to go in the first round either way. Im sure the 2011 class will have a few busts as well. Right now Green is the only guy i would say is a cant miss, but then again, Crabtree was considered a cant miss, and he isnt even one of the top 5 WR's from the 2009 class.On a side note, for anyone who decided to rebuild their dynasty teams with draft picks in 2008 and 2009 is probably looking really good right now.

Agree with you there. I think 11 ends up 2nd to 08 but better than 09, but as we all know, we won't really know until sometime around 2013