Up & Coming Wideout's (1 Viewer)

[ta2d4life]

I've seen the monster forums on up-and-coming LB's of the future...has anyone started one on WR's that are waiting for a chance, or for someone to retire that I can keep my eyes on for next year?

 

[lord_helmet]

I have Derek Hagan as a sleeper, if the Dolphins ever gets decent play from their QB he could take off sometime during the next couple of years

 

[Beaumont]

Demetrius Williams

Brandon Marshall

Vincent Jackson

Hank Baskett

 

[Klecko HOF]

Furrey? from Detroit

 

[MarcO]

DJ Hackett - I know he will be behind Branch and Jackson but he's making tough catches for a team that hasn't been getting them from their current group of WRs and TE. I think he could have a big impact in 2007 as Seattle has enough balls to go around for 3 WRs.

 

[Blackjacks]

Santonio Holmes looks like he could be something special and probably the #1 in Pitt in a few years due to Hines's age. He could be a very nice player next year or definetly in his third year.

 

[G-Money]

Vincent Jackson

 

[lod2005]

I have Derek Hagan as a sleeper, if the Dolphins ever gets decent play from their QB he could take off sometime during the next couple of years

Hagan can't catch a football. THAT is a big problem. Couldn't catch them in the post season college games. Dropped repeatedly in the pre-season. Carried it over into the season. He's a hack.

 

[lord_helmet]

I have Derek Hagan as a sleeper, if the Dolphins ever gets decent play from their QB he could take off sometime during the next couple of years

Hagan can't catch a football. THAT is a big problem. Couldn't catch them in the post season college games. Dropped repeatedly in the pre-season. Carried it over into the season. He's a hack.

Sorry not ready to write him off yet, despite a very slow start.

 

[Bojang0301]

Vincent Jackson, Greg Jennings, Brandon Jones, Brandon Marshall and Santonio Holmes are guys I am targetting this offseason.

 

[Marc Levin]

I have Derek Hagan as a sleeper, if the Dolphins ever gets decent play from their QB he could take off sometime during the next couple of years

Hagan can't catch a football. THAT is a big problem. Couldn't catch them in the post season college games. Dropped repeatedly in the pre-season. Carried it over into the season. He's a hack.

He's had some problems adjusting to the NFL game, but hands are not his problem:http://subscribers.footballguys.com/2006/0...mreport-mia.php

The Dolphins, however, hope that Hagan will step right into the third receiver role. Hagan was considered a late first/early second round prospect, but his stock dropped after a poor Senior Bowl. Teams apparently questioned his hands. That worked out well for the Dolphins as Hagan caught 94 percent of his targets in college. He lacks optimal speed and explosiveness, but he has great hands.

http://www.nfl.com/draft/profiles/2006/hagan_derek

STRONG POINTS

Hagan is a big, physical receiver who knows how to use his size to his advantage very well. He jolts and defeats the jam easily and can shield the cornerback from the ball to make the catch with a cornerback on his back consistently. He's a very smooth and fluid receiver who can get in and out of his cuts quickly and can contort his body to adjust and make tough catches seem routine. His hands are outstanding; he can pluck the ball when he needs to, does not drop the easy pass, and makes the catch on the most important plays. He has proven to be a clutch receiver throughout his entire college careeer. His size and strength help him to break tackles and keep his feet despite hard hits while running after the catch.

POSITIONAL FACTORS

Grade Category Comments/Description

8.0 Hands He has outstanding hands to make the tough catch seem routine. He caught 94 percent of passes thrown to him.

 

[Ed Wood]

POSITIONAL FACTORS Grade Category Comments/Description

8.0 Hands He has outstanding hands to make the tough catch seem routine. He caught 94 percent of passes thrown to him.

I must have watched the other 6%.

 

[pacman_fl]

I have Derek Hagan as a sleeper, if the Dolphins ever gets decent play from their QB he could take off sometime during the next couple of years

Hagan can't catch a football. THAT is a big problem. Couldn't catch them in the post season college games. Dropped repeatedly in the pre-season. Carried it over into the season. He's a hack.

He's had some problems adjusting to the NFL game, but hands are not his problem:

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Sorry for the hi-jack, but a buddy and I were recently discussing this. He is a Dolphin fan and I get to see and hear enough living here. We noticed that the drops for the whole team were greater when Harrington was in the line-up (joke about Daunte not getting them there) and I realized there seemed to be the same problem in Detroit. Since Hagan mainly played once Harrington too over, is there something to the "type of pass"? Just a thought. I was high on Hagan as well but ended up packaging him in a deal with the thought that Marshall was a better long term solution for my team.

 

[lord_helmet]

Chambers 154 targets, 59 catches 8 drops

Booker 90 targets, 55 catches 4 drops

Hagan 37 targets, 21 catches 5 drops

Not exactly impressive, but I'm gonna hold for now

 

[nygiants56]

Vincent Jackson, Greg Jennings, Brandon Jones, Brandon Marshall and Santonio Holmes are guys I am targetting this offseason.

Holmes looks like a very good prospect..I'll add Patrick Crayton to the mix..I'm not sure of what Terry Glenn's contract status is, but with his recent list of injuries, I'd expect him to be released on June 1st..T.O. has proved one thing in Big D: he most definitely is NOT the same guy he was in Philly and SF..with TO's dropped passes and his 'old' age, the timing couldn't be better for a guy like Crayton to step up into a lead role , along with Hurd, in 2007...

 

[Mister CIA]

Going a little further down the depth chart, I am keeping an eye on Drew Carter. He had a few nice moments this year. A lot depends on his situation. I'm holding out hope that he can sneak up on the FF world as a WR#2 a la Houshmandzedeh

What are the chances Keyshawn won't return next year?

 

[Marc Levin]

Sorry for the hi-jack, but a buddy and I were recently discussing this. He is a Dolphin fan and I get to see and hear enough living here. We noticed that the drops for the whole team were greater when Harrington was in the line-up (joke about Daunte not getting them there) and I realized there seemed to be the same problem in Detroit. Since Hagan mainly played once Harrington too over, is there something to the "type of pass"? Just a thought. I was high on Hagan as well but ended up packaging him in a deal with the thought that Marshall was a better long term solution for my team.

Not a hijack - this is what he thread is foir - discussing up and coming WRs.Hagan will probably be one of my last picks in some drafts next year. I like the kid and I'm willing to take a chance on him. With Booker aging and Chambers looking very mortal, Hagan and McMichael could be very undervalued receivers next year.

 

[noohpyt]

I would like to add M. Stovall of TB to this list.. As M. Clayton has been a 1 year wonder and Galloway needs someone opposite him and that isn't going to be Ike Hilliard.

This kid is 6 foot 5 inches and 220 pounds solid.

May end up playing some TE but has great upside once they get a QB in there..

Just my two cents.

 

[RenegadeGM]

I like Brandon Marshall and Vincent Jackson for 2007. I am for not getting Jackson while his value was relatively low, but he's really come on the past few weeks and McCardell is a good bet to retire. The same can be said about Marshall, if Rod Smith retires.

I also like Demetrius Williams, but maybe for 2008. I think Mason retains his starting job for one more year before Williams and Clayton are the starters in 2008.

If the Seahawks somehow part ways with Darrell Jackson, Hackett would leapfrog all these guys. If Brandon Jones can stay healthy, he could be big. I know Ronald Curry isn't a "young guy", but if the situation in Oakland improves he could be decent.

Deeper guys: Travis Wilson (CLE), Sam Hurd (DAL), Johnnie Morant (OAK)

 

[-OZ-]

Going a little further down the depth chart, I am keeping an eye on Drew Carter. He had a few nice moments this year. A lot depends on his situation. I'm holding out hope that he can sneak up on the FF world as a WR#2 a la HoushmandzedehWhat are the chances Keyshawn won't return next year?

I've had my eye on Carter for a couple years now, drafted him in two dynasty leagues. If Keyshawn leaves or Smith got hurt for significant time, he'd be a good deep sleeper or WW pickup.I may be one of few, but Roscoe Parrish mildly impressed me at times.

 

[cstu]

POSITIONAL FACTORS Grade Category Comments/Description

8.0 Hands He has outstanding hands to make the tough catch seem routine. He caught 94 percent of passes thrown to him.

I must have watched the other 6%.

Plus how he did at the combine - it wasn't pretty. That said, he has talent and could develop - especially since he'll be a situational player for the next year or two.

 

[Mister CIA]

I may be one of few, but Roscoe Parrish mildly impressed me at times.

As a Losman owner in multiple leagues, I'm not feeling Roscoe Parrish, at least not in fantasy football terms. Antwaan Randle El is his ceiling. And like Randle El - it's great football to watch him make plays.Edited to add the letter 's'.

 

[brownies19]

Keep an eye on WR Martin Nance with Minnesota, who finally got some playing time at the end of his rookie year out of Miami University.

With Marcus Robinson departed, Travis Taylor in trouble with the law and Troy Williamson regressing this season, somebody needs to step up for the Vikings.

 

[-OZ-]

I may be one of few, but Roscoe Parrish mildly impressed me at times.

As a Losman owner in multiple leagues, I'm not feeling Roscoe Parrish, at least not in fantasy football terms. Antwaan Randle El is his ceiling. And like Randle El - it's great football to watch him make plays.Edited to add the letter 's'.

That might be it. As I've said elsewhere, Randle El is probably my favorite player in the NFL. At least out of the non-elite. It could also be that as an Evans owner in all my dynasty leagues, there were times early in the season when I saw a big play and thought it was Evans before I saw the number. Or maybe that was wishful thinking. Either way, I might acquire Parrish in deep leagues.Brownies - I liked Nance before the draft, who knows, maybe he'll come through.

 

[GRIDIRON ASSASSIN]

Vincent Jackson has been coming on strong, and seems like he has a lot of rapport with Rivers. Only problem is #21 and Gates.

Moose Muhammad's last year as a Bear will be '07, as he's due an insane roster bonus - so you can add Mark Bradley as a 'deep sleeper' of up and coming WRs.

 

[EBF]

I agree on Hagan and Holmes. Holmes had possibly the quietest 800 yard rookie season in recent memory. Considering that he was the first WR chosen in the draft and the only one chosen in the first round last year, I'd say he's a good one to keep an eye on.

I had Hagan ranked as the #2-3 WR in last year's class. I like his skills and think he could eventually be another Muhsin Muhammad.

Here are some names that haven't been mentioned yet:

Chad Jackson - Had a quiet rookie year and might not be the sharpest knife in the drawer, but he was highly-regarded entering the draft and appears to have a shot at eventually becoming the #1 WR in New England. A great buy low opportunity if his owner has soured on him.

Matt Jones - Failed to live up to the hype this year, but flashed some talent and had a few big games down the stretch. I still say he looks like the long-term #1 in Jacksonville. Keep in mind that this was only his second year playing WR. If he stays healthy, he could be one of the big breakout WRs of 2007.

Greg Jennings - Cooled off after a hot start, but showed good promise. I'm not sure that he has what it takes to ever be an elite WR, but he's a good football player and he could have a productive career.

Bernard Berrian - Quietly had a solid year. With more targets and a better QB, he's a top 20 WR. Could be another Darrell Jackson.

 

[DawnBTVS]

Chad Jackson for the Patriots. Only 13 catches on the season but he had 3 TDs despite an injury plagued season.

He's had trouble adjusting to the playbook however he should be able to pick it up over the offseason and barring injuries, be a bigger force next season.

 

[LHUCKS]

S. Holmes

V. Jackson

 

[sparkky]

Hey Gridiron,

you like Bradley better than Rashied Davis? Why?

 

[sparkky]

forgot to add Henderson or Copper with the Saints after Horn is gone.

 

[Brewzers]

Nate Washington

 

[Cowboys#1]

crayton will be great next year

im telling you guys

 

[Marc Levin]

crayton will be great next yearim telling you guys

Esp. after they ditch TO.(Yup, Hairy Snowman, I couldn't resist)

 

[zamboni]

Vincent Jackson has been coming on strong, and seems like he has a lot of rapport with Rivers. Only problem is #21 and Gates.

I like Jackson as well, but you pointed out the biggest issue even if he takes on the #1 WR role next year. Despite a potent offense, after LT and Gates get theirs, there doesn't seem to be a lot left for the WRs.

 

[msommer]

I see Vincent Jackson mentioned a few times. Is the reason he has not cracked the starting line up over such worldbeaters as Keenan McCardell and Eric parker that he's been injured? If so what would make you think he'll be more healthy in the future? If not, is it the third year myth that makes you believe it'll click for him?

I was actually wondering the same about Jerome Mathis.

IIRC Jackson came out of college with a 'project' label on him - big, fast but raw. If so, what has he shown that makes you believe that his days as a project are over?

I'm asking because I do not know and want to hear your reasoning.

Edited for spelling

 

[msommer]

Roscoe Parrish is a guy I've had my eye on in deep leagues. I'm just not sold on the Bills being happy with two shrimps as their starting WR tandem (even if Evans is 5'10" and 197 pounds that is hardly large - particularly when paired with 5'9" and 168 pounds).

I could see the Bills going for someone like Jerry Porter if Jauron believes he can motivate the guy - in which case Parrish at best is WR3.

 

[Banger]

VJax - great red zone target

Holmes - very sure handed and has good quickness

Marshall - been involved much more in the offense since Cutlers taken over

Cotchery - may have already "arrived" but is a good young wr that may still be under the radar a bit

 

[Banger]

I see Vincent Jackson mentioned a few times. Is the reason he has not cracked the starting line up over such worldbeaters as Keenan McCardell and Eric parker that he's been injured? If so what would make you think he'll be more healthy in the future? If not, is it the third year myth that makes you believe it'll click for him?I was actually wondering the same about Jerome Mathis.IIRC Jackson came out of college with a 'project' label on him - big, fast but raw. If so, what has he shown that makes you believe that his days as a project are over?I'm asking because I do not know and want to hear your reasoning.Edited for spelling

Parker and McCardell may not be "big play" receivers but they are very effective in that offense and their recent injuries have definitely led to some of Rivers struggles. They're good NFL receivers not good fantasy receivers. They run good routes, block well, catch the ball, unselfish and clutch 3rd down performers that make 1st downs. Their injuries though have forced Vjax's role to increase. Over that 4 week stretch he went for 3-95, 3-66, 5-97-2 and 3-28-1. He still has mental lapses (the forward pass/fumble a few weeks ago) and dropped a sure TD last week on a beaty pass from Rivers but he's a big play wr that causes big matchup problems due to his size/speed and the personnel on the Chargers offense (Gates/LT). They've introduced him slowly into the offense which has helped his development (IMO) and he'll probably take McCardell's spot next year.

 

[DocNiner52]

If Eli Manning can ever get his act together and I'm speculating he will when a new coach arrives, I like WR Sinorice Moss' upside for the future. Toomer is getting long in the tooth, Carter and Tyree I see as situational players and Moss could end up in a few years similar to Steve Smith. Now I'm not saying he's gonna be another Smith but he could play a Smith type role. Burress will still get the ball but he seems to slack off at times. Moss is gonna be hungry and I think he'll be a nice surprise in a couple of years. The Giants no doubt have talent. Manning is still very young in terms of QB progression. He's NOT going to be another Peyton and when he realizes that he will stand a chance of getting better. After all he IS a Manning and he DOES have talent. He's has some problem areas he needs to work on and I'm assuming he will correct them. By the time Eli has addressed his issues Sinorice Moss will be coming into his own. I'm not a Giant fan but I seem them being an offense that'll put points on the board and Moss will be a big contributor.

 

[lord_helmet]

I see Vincent Jackson mentioned a few times. Is the reason he has not cracked the starting line up over such worldbeaters as Keenan McCardell and Eric parker that he's been injured? If so what would make you think he'll be more healthy in the future? If not, is it the third year myth that makes you believe it'll click for him?I was actually wondering the same about Jerome Mathis.IIRC Jackson came out of college with a 'project' label on him - big, fast but raw. If so, what has he shown that makes you believe that his days as a project are over?I'm asking because I do not know and want to hear your reasoning.Edited for spelling

I have Jackson stashed in a couple of leagues, the potential is definitely there but there's also a guy named Malcom Floyd in the mix. Martyball + LT + Gates + competiton doesn't exactly get me all fired up about him

 

[Phlash]

Chad Jackson for the Patriots. Only 13 catches on the season but he had 3 TDs despite an injury plagued season.He's had trouble adjusting to the playbook however he should be able to pick it up over the offseason and barring injuries, be a bigger force next season.

He wasn't exactly injury plagued, but he failed to see the field for quite some time (his hamstring issues were overblown). If Jackson puts in the work this offseason, Brady will be elated and will be looking for him early and often next year.

 

[bez18]

Bill has come out to say he really likes Chad Jackson up in NE, but he could never get his hammy right.

 

[Phlash]

Bill has come out to say he really likes Chad Jackson up in NE, but he could never get his hammy right.

Exactly, Jackson is a tough, versatile guy with great hands (he made one drop this year that was ridiculous, but I'll give him a pass on that because he's a rookie) and he plays with some tenacity (his touchdown reception against Minnesota he caught on the ground, then ran on all 4s into the endzone). The hamstring issues will hopefully not be a problem next season, in which case he'll be able to contribute often (on a whole season, he should be able to put up some nice stats).

 

[Hamstring]

Vincent Jackson has been coming on strong, and seems like he has a lot of rapport with Rivers. Only problem is #21 and Gates.Moose Muhammad's last year as a Bear will be '07, as he's due an insane roster bonus - so you can add Mark Bradley as a 'deep sleeper' of up and coming WRs.

Agreed, I still like Bradley better than Bernard.

 

[B Maverick]

V Jackson will be the starter opposite Parker next year. I am not sure why everyone is worried about LT and Gates taking touches. in Limited time during LTs record year, VJ had 27 453 16.7 6. 6 TDs. Parker and Mccardell got 0. Floyd will be #3/4 depending on mccardell. I would target VJ.

As Vince Young learns to pass I like Brandon Jones' future too. They need wrs, Givens isnt coming back and bennett hasnt done much outside of his volek stretch.

I was watching Nate Washington but with Holmes and Ward he may be a few more years off.

 

[lod2005]

POSITIONAL FACTORS Grade Category Comments/Description

8.0 Hands He has outstanding hands to make the tough catch seem routine. He caught 94 percent of passes thrown to him.

I must have watched the other 6%.

No you saw the MAJORITY of his play. Those reports are a joke because this guy can't catch a football.