Player Profiling: NFL Wide Receiver Rankings

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His height and arm span gives quarterbacks an easy target in most situations (just like Moss, Fitzgerald and Ocho). I don't question his mentality, I just don't understand it. He seems to be a good kid for the most part; but whenever he is in the news, it's for the wrong reasons.

A new place to call home might be what Marshall needs, but it's not like staying in Denver will pull him down either.

9. T.J. Housmandzadeh (SEA)

T.J. has proven he can put up big numbers on a consistent basis. Some wonder whether or not TJ can take over as the number one in Seattle. Although Ochocinco was listed as Cincinnati's number one, TJ has been the main target for that offense the past two seasons.

His ability has gone anywhere; he can still run just about any route and snag any ball. He knows where to go and how to get there in any situation you put him in. He will be playing with a smart and proven quarterback with play making capabilities.

10. Lee Evans (BUF) 

Evans has the talent to be a top receiver in this league. His speed to get vertical is very dangerous and his agility allows him to go to any part of the fields he wants. He hasn't been high in the statistic categories recently, but I believe the addition of Owens will only enhance his ability to become a constant problem for opposing defenses.

I think Owens will allow Evans to play at his highest level of potential; but unfortunately, Trent Edwards has a lot to do with that too.

11. Chad Ochocinco (CIN) 

Chad has already proven he can be the best, but only when he is fully dedicated. Chad
"Johnson" used to run any route, catch any ball, jump over any defender and celebrate any touchdown. Johnson would talk trash to everyone and anyone. I remember he carried a list of cornerbacks of who would be guarding him each week and talk tons of shit.

You see, Johnson was at his best when his mindset was on football. It didn't matter if he was talking trash, thinking of dances or playing with the media. Johnson's mind was on being the better player on the field, which made himself and everyone else better as well.

The past two years, Ochocinco wasn't focused on becoming a better player or team mate. Ochocinco was worried about starring in movies and trying to escape Cincinnati. His actions and attitude off-the-field reflected his play on-the-field. This year might be different however. Cincinnati got rid of T.J. in order to give Ochocinco more responsibility as their play maker.

Will he change? Apparently Ochocinco has been going crazy this off-season by working out. His attitude, work ethic and overall outlook has changed for the better so I do think Ochocinco will produce nicely this year.

This is a very talented and determined player entering the '09 season hungry to taste success again; but more importantly, his mindset is back on football.

12. Roddy White (ATL) 

When Roddy White first entered the NFL I thought he could be the next Marvin Harrison. After watching his style of play, I was obviously wrong; but potential talent might be the same. White is probably the most underrated route runner in the league. He can separate himself very nicely by only making one move.

He has some of the biggest hands compared to most receivers and concentrates on the ball extremely well when it's in the air. White usually has a lot of receiving yards each year, but that's mainly because of his ability to run after the catch. He is dangerous in the deep game, but not as consistent as the shorter routes.

Adding Gonzalez should only enhance his football knowledge and success.

13. Santana Moss (WAS)

This guy has big-play capability every time he runs down field. Moss is a very elusive receiver with great hands and a ton of heart. He can make defenders miss in the open-field and can sneak behind a secondary for the long ball. He is another receiver who despite being "altitude-challenged," plays hard and consistent.

Moss has always been very productive and has rarely underachieved in any part of his career. A very dangerous, under-the-radar receiver who puts up big and productive numbers each year.

14. Dwayne Bowe (KC) 

I'm not going to lie, Dwayne Bowe surprised me two years ago when he become a threat in the league. I'm not sure why though, mainly because he was a rookie. He has the height and build you would want any receiver to have; plus his speed, hands and leaping ability gives him a pretty nice arsenal to work with.

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