Digging Deep Dynasty Free Agents (1 Viewer)

[Evil G]

Here's a list of scrubs, junk, and long-term lottery tickets that are floating out there in limbo, just off the edge of the rosters in a few of my deep Dynasty formats (26 to 30 man rosters, no IDP). Maybe they are out there in yours too.

If you had to guess and rank them in order of their likelihood of becoming something, how would you order them? Do any of these guys really stand out as guys who will ever make it back to a roster, or even (gulp) start?

David Nelson

Jarius Wright

Joe Morgan

Devon Wylie

Travaris Cadet

Laron Byrd

Jacoby Ford

Juron Criner

James Hanna

Adrien Robinson

Devier Posey

Chase Coffman

Aldrick Robinson

Robert Meachum

Kellen Winslow

LeStar Jean

Clay Harbour

Phillip Tanner

 

[dewmass]

Good list that. I wouldn't want to rank them myself, but I have added Criner, Wylie, Adrien Robinson and Posey mysself over the past few weeks and intend on adding Hanna and Ford when rosters expand for the draft as I only have one pick.

 

[EBF]

Joe MorganDevon WylieJames HannaAdrien RobinsonLeStar Jean

I think these guys are worth a roster spot in some leagues. Posey would have been, but with the Achilles injury I wouldn't want to sit on him for a year.

 

[Banemorth]

I just keep holding onto Ford...

 

[squistion]

I wouldn't attempt to rank the group you listed, but a few players I will comment on.

Juron Criner - rostered in every league I am in (24/25 players). Either he or Streator are the future of the WRs (maybe both). An anti-Al Davis pick, not speedy, but good hands and my take on him last year was that he would become the big move-the-chains guy the Raiders were missing after Zach Miller left (less sure of that now, but definitely worth a roster stash if you got the room).

Devier Posey - looked to be displacing Kevin Walter as the #2 WR for Houston before he was hurt late in the season. He should not be a factor in 2013 and then there is the question of whether he can completely ever recover from the Achilles injury. In the meantime Houston may take a rookie early in the draft or bring in a free agent (further muddling his value)

Joe Morgan - another player rostered in all my leagues and went earlier than expected in a startup I recently participated in (at 15.04). Certainly will have value if he can crack the NO starting lineup. Nick Toon in the pictures complicates things somewhat but people generally seem to be a lot higher on Morgan.

Devon Wylie - I own him in three leagues but not sure what I got or if I should continue to hold him. Bloom was really high on him last year and likened him to Wes Welker, but I just don't know how he will fare under Reid (I will monitor his situation in training camp before making a roster decision).

Lestar Jean - He looked really promising in preseason and had flashes in a couple of games, but didn't take the next step forward I anticipated. From recent comments, Houston still believes in him, but we will have to see after the draft/free agency to see how it shakes out (own him in multiple leagues but not ready to cut bait yet).

 

[Crippler]

I like Greg Childs if he can get healthy to be another Danario Alexander type of player. Will produce but health is always a concern.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Jarius WrightJames HannaChase Coffman

I'd take a chance on these guys.Jarius Wright isn't Percy Harvin but he's going to take over his role in the offense. All signs point to Harvin not being a Viking much longer.

 

[thriftyrocker]

Jarius Wright is the best name on that list if the criteria is "maybe will start and be useful depth".

Cedric Peerman just re-upped for 2 years in Cincy. If they don't spend a high pick on a RB, he has some value as "BJGE sucks" insurance.

 

[mr roboto]

Jarius Wright

Joe Morgan

Criner

These would be the guys is look at. Youth and some flashes shown.

 

[Shutout]

Posey and Wylie.

To me, Posey did exactly what I thought he would last year. He basically missed his last season in college and then had to play catch-up. The

main obstacles in his way were Martin and Jean. Jean was a nice story but he reverted once the season started. The Texans seem to Really like Martin

in the ST game and speciality roles. The door is open for Posey and, yes, due to the injury, he probably gets on the PUP or perhaps a designated to return IR, depending on who else may be injured, but he's definitely a foreseeable factor down the stretch. So, in a dynasty, I would keep that in mind. There's nothing like having a guy come on down the stretch when the reast of the league has lost players to attiriton. Ain't that right Moreno owners?

Wylie can get you excited IF you can be positive and think he won't get another injury like the ones that have plagued him in college. With Reid there, you have to at least like the idea of a shifty slot receiver in an offense that passes a lot. So, I like him also.

 

[Eminence]

Jarius Wright - saw him in limited action, obviously depends on his status in Minnesota. Anyone but Adrian Peterson and the #1 Receiver in Minnesota are not going to have much Fantasy Value. FWIW, him and Ponder had a great deep ball strike Week 17.

Travaris Cadet - blew up in pre-season. Lots of mouths to feed in the NO Offense if this guy ever gets a shot a starter, he can contribute.

Laron Byrd - this guy is solid but blocked behind multiple receivers in Arizona. Fitzgerald, Roberts, Floyd, oh - my. Don't think he's anymore talented than the three guys above.

Jacoby Ford - holds value if he remains a kick returner but I don't think this guy ever "puts it together" so to speak. He'll probably tease us with games where he hauls in a deep bomb or something but I don't think there's much beyond that. If your League rewards return yards, he should be on your radar.

Robert Meachem - would not want this guy on my team in any situation. He's still living off his 1st Round Draft position and couldn't put up "great" numbers with Drew Brees throwing him the ball. Let someone else waste their time on this guy.

 

[GeeYouknit]

I actually own David Nelson, Jarius Wright, Lestar Jean, and Juron Criner spread out among my leagues and I feel they all should be rostered with maybe the exception being Nelson in leagues with 26+ rosters.

Also adding to that list I would possibly want:

Adrien Robinson

Joe Morgan

James Hanna

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

I like Hanna quite a bit (if you own Witten he's a must own IMO).

And until the Giants made noise earlier today about wanting to bring Bennett back, A Robinson was someone I was looking to add as well. Now I'm not so sure he has a pathway to relevance anytime soon.

 

[Evil G]

Based on a few of the recommendations above, I went and picked up Wright and Hanna.

Hope something becomes of them, long term.

It's fun this time of year to speculate on the super-scrubs.

I think Cadet has an interesting skill-set, if he could somehow get an opportunity.

 

[loose circuits]

One of the wr's from Baltiimore will end up with value, but the hard part is figuring out which one: Doss, Laquan Williams, Deonte Thompson, or Gurley. This is assuming Boldin is gone

 

[cstu]

One of the wr's from Baltiimore will end up with value, but the hard part is figuring out which one: Doss, Laquan Williams, Deonte Thompson, or Gurley. This is assuming Boldin is gone

I'm picking up Doss only because he was being hyped as Boldin's replacement last year. I don't really see it but he's the best of bad lot.

 

[CoachJankySpanky]

One of the wr's from Baltiimore will end up with value, but the hard part is figuring out which one: Doss, Laquan Williams, Deonte Thompson, or Gurley. This is assuming Boldin is gone

Wasn't sure if not including Tommy Streeter was an oversight on your part, but he was one of the names I specifically came here to mention. Raw with elite physical tools. 6'5, 220 lbs, sub 4.4 speed, dynasty stash indeed.

 

[cstu]

One of the wr's from Baltiimore will end up with value, but the hard part is figuring out which one: Doss, Laquan Williams, Deonte Thompson, or Gurley. This is assuming Boldin is gone

Wasn't sure if not including Tommy Streeter was an oversight on your part, but he was one of the names I specifically came here to mention. Raw with elite physical tools. 6'5, 220 lbs, sub 4.4 speed, dynasty stash indeed.

Raw doesn't even come close to describing him. Streeter is a guy I'd normally be interested in but he doesn't look like an NFL receiver.

 

[loose circuits]

One of the wr's from Baltiimore will end up with value, but the hard part is figuring out which one: Doss, Laquan Williams, Deonte Thompson, or Gurley. This is assuming Boldin is gone

Wasn't sure if not including Tommy Streeter was an oversight on your part, but he was one of the names I specifically came here to mention. Raw with elite physical tools. 6'5, 220 lbs, sub 4.4 speed, dynasty stash indeed.

Raw doesn't even come close to describing him. Streeter is a guy I'd normally be interested in but he doesn't look like an NFL receiver.

Oversight on my part, but I'd rather have Deonte when comparing the 2 2nd year guys. Still he's certainly in the conversation

 

[FunkyPlutos]

Jarius Wright will probably end up playing the slot for the Vikings and in their conservative offense, he should get plenty of chances.

 

[Lott's Fingertip]

If you have the roster space, I don't mind Mike Goodson as a stash. He had some short term success in Carolina a few years ago, and IMO outperformed McFadden last year in Oakland (with the obvious caveat of small sample size). 12 out of 51 touches (35 rushes, 16 receptions) went for 10+ yards. He is a free agent right now.

I took a flyer on him instead of a position of need on one team because of his free agent status. Easy drop if he signs in a bad spot.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

Anybody with thoughts on Darren Fells signing a 3 yr deal as a TE in Seattle? Obviously a raw prospect but they originally tried him out as a DE and then asked him to run routes and he impressed them enough for them to sign him to a 3 yr deal... 6'7" and 280 lbs... His brother is a TE so maybe it's not as foreign to him as it seems. He played basketball professionally for a few yrs and on the court he seems quite agile

Prolly amts to nothing but comes cheap on the wire and easy to cut bait if he sucks

@johnpboyle wrote:

Darren Fells, who the Seahawks just signed, per @RapSheet, played college hoops at UC Irvine, and was an all-state TE in HS.

and another link to that regard...

Former All State TE in HS... UC Irvine Didn't Offer Football

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

Here's a list of scrubs, junk, and long-term lottery tickets that are floating out there in limbo, just off the edge of the rosters in a few of my deep Dynasty formats (26 to 30 man rosters, no IDP). Maybe they are out there in yours too.

If you had to guess and rank them in order of their likelihood of becoming something, how would you order them? Do any of these guys really stand out as guys who will ever make it back to a roster, or even (gulp) start?

David Nelson (not sure what to expect... see where he lands)

Jarius Wright (I like him if Harvin is gone and that looks like that could be the case)

Joe Morgan (a lot of mouths to feed in New Orleans... is he just a faster more athletic devery henderson or something more?)

Devon Wylie (haven't seen enough to roster him just yet IMO... intriguing in PPR but not so much for me in Non-PPR)

Travaris Cadet (a lot of competition at RB in New Orleans too... does Thomas get cut? Do they see Cadet as a sproles replacement in a few yrs?)

Laron Byrd (blocked by the talent in front of him and even if he continues to flash who is going to throw him the ball?)

Jacoby Ford (intriguing mostly only in return leagues... hard for me to quit him because of seeing what we've seen in that short window when he was healthy)

Juron Criner (this regime picked him to be a core WR for that team... Rod Streater was impressive so maybe that muddies Criner's value)

James Hanna (if you own Witten you need to get Hanna... I believe he could be a matchup nightmare in the slot (just ask the Steelers) and maybe he proves himself ready for a larger role this yr)

Adrien Robinson (I for one hope that Bennett moves on and this freak gets a shot... NYG seem to be able to get value out of the TE position every year... Boss, Ballard, Bennett, & Robinson?)

Devier Posey (this one is rough... really liked him pre-injury and I'm leaning towards holding him to see what happens)

Chase Coffman (I would like to see if any of the FA TEs sign in Atlanta... Looks like maybe he could get a shot if Tony G retires but I think they sign somebody else to be the guy or they address that position in the draft)

Aldrick Robinson (I feel like he had his shot and he really didn't do much with it... maybe he gets another shot but only time will tell)

Robert Meachum (seriously... run away... feels like Peerless Price to me)

Kellen Winslow (he's dead to me... I could prolly run a little better than him right now... I think his knees are DONE)

LeStar Jean (here is where I'm torn... I heard a lot of good things early last yr but it never seemed like he took that next step... reports are that he is a very hard worker and maybe he makes another leap in yr 3... I expect them to draft another WR and with competition maybe he gets left behind... I'm still holding him in a few leagues)

Clay Harbour (hard to gauge his value until we see how Kelly's offense will be run at this level)

Phillip Tanner (Cowboys don't really view him as a #2 RB and unfortunately he plays for the Cowboys)

I will also add a few more that intrigue me...

Evan Rodriguez (I keep beating this drum but I really do feel that he will be a good fit for what Trestman wants to do in Chicago... In fact EVEN if Cook goes to the Bears I think Rodriguez could flourish because Cook can't block and Rodriguez apparently can... I think there is enough room in that offense for Rodriguez to still do some damage)

Dion Lewis (this is dependent on how Chip Kelly chooses to run his offense... if he goes 3 RBs deep then I believe Lewis could be that guy... maybe its Chris Polk but I don't feel like Lewis has quite gotten a fair shake. I'm not saying Bryce Brown isn't impressive but if his fumbles don't get fixed either Polk or Lewis could be the one to benefit.)

Taylor Thompson (if Cook is indeed gone this freak could continue to develop and make himself a weapon for Mr. Locker)

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

With the Texans releasing Kevin Walter does anybody expect a significant bump for LeStar Jean? Is he the defacto #2 WR right now? Even if they draft a rookie WR in a decidedly deep class I would expect it to take some time for that player to develop. Long term it seems they are going to need more than 1 WR with Andre Johnson getting up there in age.

Keshawn Martin is intriguing in return leagues but is he much more than a slot guy with an occasional reverse from time to time?

Im intrigued by Jean and I'm wondering what some other sharks are thinking...

I also wanted to bring up David Ausberry in Oakland. I realize according the the San Francisco Chronicle the Raiders don't see Ausberry or Gordon as viable starters and if that's true I can't say that I wouldn't be a little disappointed. Im not in the mood for Anthony "who cares" Fasano and Kevin "my head hurts" Boss to be considered options in Oakland. I can't imagine either one of those would be an upgrade in the passing game over the "potential" of Ausberry who is indeed a former WR... Why would they want to recycle Boss? Hadn't they seen enough 2 yrs ago? Why not at least give Ausberry or Gordon a shot to compete? Perhaps Marcel Reece will get more opportunities as an H-Back and they bring in a more capable blocking TE.

I'm still holding Ausberry to see what happens.

 

[squistion]

With the Texans releasing Kevin Walter does anybody expect a significant bump for LeStar Jean? Is he the defacto #2 WR right now? Even if they draft a rookie WR in a decidedly deep class I would expect it to take some time for that player to develop. Long term it seems they are going to need more than 1 WR with Andre Johnson getting up there in age.

Keshawn Martin is intriguing in return leagues but is he much more than a slot guy with an occasional reverse from time to time?

Im intrigued by Jean and I'm wondering what some other sharks are thinking...

No and yes. He, by default, is the #2 WR right now. However I think while there is a bump, it is not that significant a one.We have to see how free agency plays out. Assuming the Texans don't take one of the high profile WRs still out there, then Jean should be starting opposite Andre Johnson on opening day. The problem (from a fantasy standpoint) is that Kevin Walter rarely did well enough to even merit a flex start. Traditionally the WR #2 spot for Houston has not held much fantasy value.

If the void left by Walter is not addressed in free agency, then it looks like the Texans will take a rookie WR early in the draft. If that is the case, then Jean would probably just be the placeholder until the rookie pick is up and running (based on how Posey was worked into the lineup last year, the soonest would probably be near the end of this season).

I think, long term, worst case scenario is that Jean is the eventual successor to AJ, however I don't know how many years one would have to wait before that happens. In the meantime, he has shown enough talent in the past that he could establish himself a second fantasy relevant WR in Houston (providing Schaub gets over his penchant of only seeming to look at AJ) and could hold that spot well into 2014.

As a Jean owner in 5 leagues, he is a definite hold and certainly worth a flyer if he is on your waiver wire until we see how this all plays out.

 

[GECKO]

 

[cstu]

Jacoby Ford (intriguing mostly only in return leagues... hard for me to quit him because of seeing what we've seen in that short window when he was healthy)Juron Criner (this regime picked him to be a core WR for that team... Rod Streater was impressive so maybe that muddies Criner's value)

A little bump with DHB out of the picture.

 

[Rhythmdoctor]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

 

[Mister CIA]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

 

[Rhythmdoctor]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1. I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:Active:Antonio GatesRob GronkowskiTaxi Squaderek Carrier (PHI)James Hanna (DAL)Adrien Robinson (NYG)Lamont Bryant (CAR)Brandon Bostick (GBP)Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

 

[jonboltz]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1. I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:Active:Antonio GatesRob GronkowskiTaxi Squaderek Carrier (PHI)James Hanna (DAL)Adrien Robinson (NYG)Lamont Bryant (CAR)Brandon Bostick (GBP)Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

I think you made up a few of those names just to test us.

 

[Rhythmdoctor]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1. I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:Active:Antonio GatesRob GronkowskiTaxi Squaderek Carrier (PHI)James Hanna (DAL)Adrien Robinson (NYG)Lamont Bryant (CAR)Brandon Bostick (GBP)Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

I think you made up a few of those names just to test us.

LOL

 

[jp81976]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1. I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:Active:Antonio GatesRob GronkowskiTaxi Squaderek Carrier (PHI)James Hanna (DAL)Adrien Robinson (NYG)Lamont Bryant (CAR)Brandon Bostick (GBP)Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

If i were you, I'd be dealing Gates at this point. probably at the end of his string value wise.

 

[jp81976]

I've got Criner whom I really love - can make tough catches. really hoping he gets a shot...with talk of them going to a spread offense we'll see what that means.

 

[Lott's Fingertip]

If you have the roster space, I don't mind Mike Goodson as a stash. He had some short term success in Carolina a few years ago, and IMO outperformed McFadden last year in Oakland (with the obvious caveat of small sample size). 12 out of 51 touches (35 rushes, 16 receptions) went for 10+ yards. He is a free agent right now.I took a flyer on him instead of a position of need on one team because of his free agent status. Easy drop if he signs in a bad spot.

Step one: sign in a place where there is opportunity. Check.

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

I'd be dealing Gates at this point. probably at the end of his string value wise.

That was last year. It's too late to move him now. You're better off holding and praying today IMO.

 

[ConnSKINS26]

I'd be dealing Gates at this point. probably at the end of his string value wise.

That was last year. It's too late to move him now. You're better off holding and praying today IMO.

Yup, I think I'd have trouble getting an early 3rd for him in the league where I own him, considering how evenly the TE1's are spread out around the league. He's worth nothing and it's worth hoping he rebounds or at least performs as a bye-week/injury filler. Most likely still a TE2 though.I don't mind, I traded Lance Kendricks for Gates and a 4th or something before the trade deadline this past season. So I've got nothing into him other than a roster spot.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1.I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:

Active:

Antonio Gates

Rob Gronkowski

Taxi Squad:

Derek Carrier (PHI)

James Hanna (DAL)

Adrien Robinson (NYG)

Lamont Bryant (CAR)

Brandon Bostick (GBP)

Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

I would add TE Darren Fells (SEA) as a deep lotto ticket... 6'7" 280

Interesting Article

The fact that they signed him to a 3 yr contract says something to me about what they feel his "potential" could be.

Certainly athletic and blessed with tremendous hand-eye-coordination as seen here

Especially impressive at 1:11 and between 2:00-2:30

Look Im not saying he is going to be a beast and he may take a few yrs but geez the measurables are nice and he is a grown up mature "professional"

Deep deep stash with maybe some nice upside... or maybe he is Jimmy Graham

He played college hoops at UC Irvine, and was an all-state TE in HS.

(my link to that is now dead as the article is no longer available)

 

[Rhythmdoctor]

I have Adrien Robinson on my taxi squad in 2 dynasty leagues (both 16 team leagues). I'm ecstatic about the Bears' signing of Martellus Bennett. Maybe the Giants see him taking a leap this season!

Surprised there is not a little more discussion about this guy. I'd much rather take a flier on an unknown TE with a good shot at starting over a WR that has struggled for three years - which is often what the thought process boils down to.

Especially in dynasty leagues where TEs get 1.5 ppr and you can start more than 1.I might be getting carried away, but in one of my dynasty leagues (16 team, 1.5 TE ppr) I have the following TEs:

Active:

Antonio Gates

Rob Gronkowski

Taxi Squad:

Derek Carrier (PHI)

James Hanna (DAL)

Adrien Robinson (NYG)

Lamont Bryant (CAR)

Brandon Bostick (GBP)

Obviously, some of those TS guys will get dropped before final roster cuts. It's going to be hard trying to decide which of those TEs to cut. I don't have a strong preference for any of them at this point.

I would add TE Darren Fells (SEA) as a deep lotto ticket... 6'7" 280

Interesting Article

The fact that they signed him to a 3 yr contract says something to me about what they feel his "potential" could be.

Certainly athletic and blessed with tremendous hand-eye-coordination as seen here

Especially impressive at 1:11 and between 2:00-2:30

Look Im not saying he is going to be a beast and he may take a few yrs but geez the measurables are nice and he is a grown up mature "professional"

Deep deep stash with maybe some nice upside... or maybe he is Jimmy Graham

He played college hoops at UC Irvine, and was an all-state TE in HS.

(my link to that is now dead as the article is no longer available)

Nice post! I'm on it. Thanks for the head's up!!

 

[Rhythmdoctor]

FA period doesn't start until June 1 in both of my dynasty leagues. I think it works in my favor as I've traded the majority of my 2013 draft picks in both leagues. While others are worried about putting their newly drafted rookies on a taxi squad, I'll hopefully score Fells on the cheap.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

I posted this earlier in another thread but I wanted to make sure I posted it here as well.... (is that allowed? )

Another recent article... interesting that he was visiting with the Seahawks BEFORE his pro-day and they signed him quickly to a 3 yr deal. His agent (also his brother Daniel's agent) had been contacting teams to build interest for his upcoming pro-day but in the meantime he visited with the Hawks and they snatched him up.

They also compare his situation to some other former B-Ball players who have had success. Im aware there are also a ton of B-Ball players who have never garnered any sort of relevance in the NFL or in fantasy football but with this guys measurables I am becoming increasingly intrigued.

QUOTE: He decided that he missed football so much that he enlisted the help of Daniel and his agent to set up visits with some teams and, eventually, a pro day to showcase his abilities. He was simply visiting with the Seahawks back in April before his Pro Day and, after working out for them, was signed to a three-year deal.

FA period doesn't start until June 1 in both of my dynasty leagues. I think it works in my favor as I've traded the majority of my 2013 draft picks in both leagues. While others are worried about putting their newly drafted rookies on a taxi squad, I'll hopefully score Fells on the cheap.

 

[BC3]

On the subject of sleeper TE's.... I am hoping Virgil Green beats out Tamme or Dreesen this summer. With the addition of Welker to run the underneath routes they need a TE who can stretch the seams like Gronk in NE. I don't think Tamme or Dreesen have the ability to do this. My vote is Green. Green also can make plays after the catch.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

I believe there is definitely a role for either Virgil Green or Julius Thomas this season for exactly the reasons you brought up. Thomas is my favorite IF he can show enough improvement in the blocking game. Virgil Green has been impressing as a blocker but does he offer more as a threat down field than Julius? Kind of frustrating as a fantasy football fan to wait for the more interesting prospects for fantasy to vault above the "good pros" on the depth chart.

I personally have one other owner in my dynasty league that believes in Green & Thomas and he won't budge in giving them up. I offered Dion Lewis for Julius straight up because he currently owns Trent Richardson but he laughed it off.

That is certainly his right to do so but I don't at this pt feel strong enough about Thomas to offer more than that. (maybe an overpay anyway).

On the subject of sleeper TE's.... I am hoping Virgil Green beats out Tamme or Dreesen this summer. With the addition of Welker to run the underneath routes they need a TE who can stretch the seams like Gronk in NE. I don't think Tamme or Dreesen have the ability to do this. My vote is Green. Green also can make plays after the catch.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

Anybody have a feel for what kind of player James Hanna could be in the future and any ideas about his possible role for THIS season?

Also, is ANYBODY still holding Evan Rodriguez in Chicago to see what type of role he could have? Are they going to run 2 TE sets with Bennett playing Gronk's role and Rodriguez playing Hernandez?

Looking for some insight here.

 

[tdmills]

Anybody have a feel for what kind of player James Hanna could be in the future and any ideas about his possible role for THIS season?

Also, is ANYBODY still holding Evan Rodriguez in Chicago to see what type of role he could have? Are they going to run 2 TE sets with Bennett playing Gronk's role and Rodriguez playing Hernandez?

Looking for some insight here.

I think Rodriguez has potential, although he had an off the field incident this year. Chicago has shown interest in Ertz/Eifert, which would diminish his value.

 

[BC3]

Green ran a 4.54 40, 6.9 3 cone, and 37 inch vertical at the combine. He has the athleticism to stretch the seam and make plays after the catch.

I believe there is definitely a role for either Virgil Green or Julius Thomas this season for exactly the reasons you brought up. Thomas is my favorite IF he can show enough improvement in the blocking game. Virgil Green has been impressing as a blocker but does he offer more as a threat down field than Julius? Kind of frustrating as a fantasy football fan to wait for the more interesting prospects for fantasy to vault above the "good pros" on the depth chart.

I personally have one other owner in my dynasty league that believes in Green & Thomas and he won't budge in giving them up. I offered Dion Lewis for Julius straight up because he currently owns Trent Richardson but he laughed it off.

That is certainly his right to do so but I don't at this pt feel strong enough about Thomas to offer more than that. (maybe an overpay anyway).

On the subject of sleeper TE's.... I am hoping Virgil Green beats out Tamme or Dreesen this summer. With the addition of Welker to run the underneath routes they need a TE who can stretch the seams like Gronk in NE. I don't think Tamme or Dreesen have the ability to do this. My vote is Green. Green also can make plays after the catch.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

I think both of them have a chance to be valuable... How valuable is the question...

I know it was JUST training camp but read through some of what Cecil Lammey had to say about Julius and Virgil a few yrs ago (before Julius got injured and hasn't ever quite been the same)

Green ran a 4.54 40, 6.9 3 cone, and 37 inch vertical at the combine. He has the athleticism to stretch the seam and make plays after the catch.

I believe there is definitely a role for either Virgil Green or Julius Thomas this season for exactly the reasons you brought up. Thomas is my favorite IF he can show enough improvement in the blocking game. Virgil Green has been impressing as a blocker but does he offer more as a threat down field than Julius? Kind of frustrating as a fantasy football fan to wait for the more interesting prospects for fantasy to vault above the "good pros" on the depth chart.

I personally have one other owner in my dynasty league that believes in Green & Thomas and he won't budge in giving them up. I offered Dion Lewis for Julius straight up because he currently owns Trent Richardson but he laughed it off.

That is certainly his right to do so but I don't at this pt feel strong enough about Thomas to offer more than that. (maybe an overpay anyway).

On the subject of sleeper TE's.... I am hoping Virgil Green beats out Tamme or Dreesen this summer. With the addition of Welker to run the underneath routes they need a TE who can stretch the seams like Gronk in NE. I don't think Tamme or Dreesen have the ability to do this. My vote is Green. Green also can make plays after the catch.