It wouldn’t be a bad idea to draft him later, especially if you have a four-WR set in your league. He doesn’t warrant a high pick, and the only reason he has the yards he has is because there’s no one else to throw to in Denver.
16) Greg Jennings: Greg Jennings is a pleasant surprise. He doesn’t have a 1,000-yard season yet, but he was so close last season when he had 920 yards. He also missed the first two games of the season. What’s so surprising about Jennings is that he had 12 touchdowns. Now that Favre is gone, Jennings will be the prime target for Rodgers (if he doesn’t get hurt).
Either way, the Packers will be relying on Jennings and Driver, but look for Jennings to get the nod. Perhaps he will be a third-year wonder and break out. He and Colston look to be the prime targets for their respective teams, and Jennings also has a chance to be considered in the MVP race.
17) Roy Williams: His numbers slipped in 2007; he only amassed 836 yards and five touchdowns. Though he didn’t play the last four games of the season, he showed how ineffective he can be. He dropped a league-high eight passes, and can’t be relied on to provide a consistent outing each week. It is shaky to have him in your lineup, and injuries are mounting up on this young player. Draft him as a No. 2 option.
18) Santonio Holmes: Holmes isn’t commanding much attention from defenses, but he’s shown that he can burn them. He averaged 18 yards a reception last season. That’s a very sick number when you consider he’s not that tall or fast for a receiver. He was able to gain 942 yards and eight touchdowns. He can get into the open lanes and has a quick first-step off the line of scrimmage. He’s not a bad pick in the later rounds, but watch for him because he may go quicker than some expect.
19) Marvin Harrison: This is a reach, even this low, but you still have to respect Harrison for what he’s done in the past. If he is cleared from the shooting incident and he stays healthy, he’ll be a bona fide wide receiver. Last season he only 247 yards and one touchdown in five games. Age may be a factor this season. He’ll be 36 when the season starts, so it is risky to take a chance on him. He’s good, but may not be as good this season.
20) Hines Ward: He was often overshadowed by Santonio Holmes, but Ward makes his money as the number-two receiver. Though it can be argued he played the number-one spot this season, his numbers didn’t show it. He still has the explosiveness and could get you a surprise touchdown or two. His 732 yards and seven touchdowns are certainly no fluke. Limas Sweed is now with the team, so there may be some questions as to Ward’s role in the offense. Pick up Ward in the later rounds, and wait to see if Sweed is as advertised. If not, Ward should see significant playing time.
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