Player Profiling: NFL Wide Receiver Rankings

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37. Miles Austin (DAL) 

This should be a player on everybody's sleeper list. Austin has some of the best hands I've seen from any up-and-coming receiver. He has the speed and quickness to run sharp and precise routes and a very tough mindset.

There is nothing to hate about Miles Austin other than he hasn't played a lot. I believe he has taken Patrick Crayton's role as the number two, but I think he has earned it. Another receiver who reminds me of Hines Ward, except can he block like him?

38. Percy Harvin (MIN) 

I still think Percy is the best receiver coming out of the draft. He is fast, explosive, smart, tough, and focused.

Adding Harvin's athletic ability with players like Adrian Peterson, Chester Taylor, Bernard Berrian, and dare I say Brett Favre should help bring confidence to his game. All the talk is on Maclin being the top rookie receiver, but I like Harvin.

39. Steve Breaston (ARI) 

Breaston proved he can take over as the number two receiver if Boldin wants to leave. He torched way too many defenders in the slot and could go up and grab a ball with most defenders.

If Breaston turns a corner, don't bother chasing him because he is gone. The Arizona receiving core is eerily similar to the triple threat core Minnesota had with Moss, Carter, and Reed.

Breaston has the ability to be a number two for many organizations, but having him as the slot is perfect for his style of play. A vertical route runner with speed and hands makes Breaston a third threat for most defenses he faces.

40. Johnnie Lee Higgins (OAK)—Great speed and mindset can turn this hardworking kid into a go-to guy in the future.

41. Lance Moore (NO)—The numbers he produced last season shouldn't surprise you. He can snag any ball in his range, the problem is his range is not that big.

42. Anthony Gonzalez (IND)—Great hands and route running skills are nice to have, but Peyton as your quarterback helps a lot too.

43. Greg Camarillo (MIA)—I'm actually going to pay attention to Camarillo this year. He surprised many last season with his game, but can he do it again?

44. Kevin Curtis (PHI)—If he can stay healthy on a consistent basis, I'd put him in the top 25. He is a big play threat when he is on the field. The problem, he can never stay on the field.

45. Joey Galloway (NE)—He has been a number one every team he has played for. His talent goes without saying, now adding him as the slot in New England almost seems unfair.

46. Tedd Ginn Jr (MIA)—Could have a breakout year, but Camarillo and Bess are breathing down his neck for the number one spot. If he can produce big plays more often, then his starting role should be fine.

47. Justin Gage (TEN)—The most under-rated route runner in the league and can separate himself from most defenders with his height. A breakout year from Gage is expected from me and having him as low as No. 47 is actually an insult.

48. Mushin Muhammad (CAR)—A reliable veteran for a team who is hungry for a ring. Anytime you add those things together you always get something good.

49. Kevin Walter (HOU)—A hard worker who really found his way into the offense last year. He can become a reliable number two, but must keep up with the up-beat tempo Houston's offense has for an entire NFL season.

50. Antwaan Randle EL (WAS)—Another proven receiver with a ton of talent. He can throw, catch, and run. He seems like the perfect utility player for many offenses.

51-60

51. Donnie Avery (STL)

52. Rashied Davis (CHI)

53. Davone Bess (MIA)

54. Michael Jenkins (ATL)

55. Bryant Johnson (DET)

56. Brandon Jones (SF)

57. Darrius Heyward-Bey (OAK)

58. Patrick Crayton (DAL)

59. Jason Hill (SF)

60. Harry Douglas (ATL)

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