Fantasy Football Top Picks-June 2010 NFC South Fantasy Preview

Here’s my free fantasy football top picks for the NFC South as of June 2010.  I’m updating my list as you read, but this will give some noobs a look at my fantasy football cheat sheet for these teams. You can keep updated with  more FREE fantasy football top picks to start your own fantasy football pics when you visit http://JohnnyNFL.com and sign up.

Atlanta Falcons

WR Roddy White- White is one of the most consistent receivers over the last three seasons in the entire NFL. He will likely have around 80 catches for 1000 yards and double digit or close to it TD’s again this season, making him a valuable early round choice as your number one fantasy WR, especially in PPR leagues.

RB Michael Turner- Turner will again be one of the top RB’s taken, but beware of ranking him too high. Turner might still turn out to be worthy of a top 10 pick, but I wouldn’t move him up into the top five or seven just yet. First of all, Jason Snelling proved last season that he could take on an increased role and be an effective runner and receiver. Jerious Norwood will also be healthier and a steal a carry here and there. Plus the fact that Ryan will likely get to throw the ball more now in his 3rd season means Turner will still be a valuable number one RB, but just a tad below where most might think.

TE Tony Gonzalez- Gonzalez was just getting comfortable with the offense last season and still had 83 catches. There’s no reason to think Gonzalez won’t again be one of the top 5 TE’s in football in 2010. Gonzalez can be a nice mid round addition as a starting TE for any fantasy team.

WR Michael Jenkins- Jenkins quietly gets better season after season and this year could hold some decent fantasy value. With the team likely to give Ryan a chance to throw the ball more, Jenkins could turn out to be a nice late round addition as a 3rd WR or flex player for your fantasy squad.

QB Matt Ryan- While Ryan may not be the best fantasy QB, he is certainly not the worst. Ryan should present a good starting option in most weeks, but could have some weeks where his production is lacking as well. Ryan can be a good choice in the later rounds of the draft if you are desperate for a starter, but will provide more value as a nice backup.

RB/FB Jason Snelling- Snelling showed he can respond on a part-time basis, and should see more action in 2010. While I wouldn’t consider him a priority, he could provide backup help at RB and start as a bye week replacement if the situation was right.

Carolina Panthers

RB Jonathon Stewart- Stewart showed he could start last season, and should get the nod eventually in 2010. In essence, however, it really doesn’t matter. The offensive line has been built to run the ball, and DeAngelo Williams and Jonathon Stewart are very good at it. There will be nothing wrong with having Jonathon Stewart as your number one fantasy RB in 2010.

RB DeAngelo Williams-Ditto. With young QB’s and the only real receiving threat still being Steve Smith, the Panthers are going to run the ball whenever they can. Williams or Stewart, your fantasy team will be fine.
WR Steve Smith- With teams being able to double team him, Smith’s production may not be what it once was, but that doesn’t mean he still can’t be a vital part of your fantasy success. Smith has the ability to make plays no matter how many people are around him, and should again be the top WR for the Panthers and a good 2nd WR for your fantasy team, who may even slide into the one slot on occasion.

QB Matt Moore- Notre Dame product Jimmy Claussen is expected to battle Moore for the starting job, but I don’t think either will experience fantastic results. The offensive line still needs help in their pass blocking, and the WR’s and TE’s still have to prove they can show up on a weekly basis. Moore or Claussen should be considered nothing more than a late round pick as a backup that may fill in occasionally if the matchup is right.

New Orleans Saints

RB Pierre Thomas- It almost doesn’t matter who you take on the Saints, they are usually going to get their share of the offense. Thomas runs the ball with a vengeance and will even catch the ball if the defense leaves him unguarded. Thomas should again be able to have a number of 100 yard games behind an offensive line that run blocks as well as they pass block. Thomas should be a nice top 10 fantasy pick as a starting RB.

WR Marques Colston- While Brees does spread the ball around, Colston is still the most consistent and productive WR on the team. He has the size and speed to make him dangerous no matter where the Saints are on the field, and he has the hands to make him dangerous just moving the chains. Look for Colston to be a valuable 2nd or 3rd round pick as a number one WR.

QB Drew Brees- There’s no reason to thin Brees’ success in New Orleans won’t continue. With an offense that is loaded with explosive talent, including an offensive line that was good enough to ship Jamaal Brown to the Redskins,  Brees should be one of the top 2 QB’s taken and should be gone by the second or third round of your draft.

WR Robert Meachem- Meachem should take over as the starter across from Colston, which will be trouble for the rest of the league. Meachem had over 1000 yards and 12 TD’s last season and he was only starting part-time. Expect no less than number one WR numbers from Meachem as a nice early round pick for your number one WR.

RB Reggie Bush- While Bush may only be the 2nd option running the ball and maybe the fourth option throwing the ball, Bush’s value is still more than most. In PPR leagues, Bush is especially valuable, but the yardage he gets is also valuable in any league. He will also score some TD’s, making him a nice flex player and even a possible number 2 RB for your fantasy team.

WR Devery Henderson- Henderson has been a big playmaker since coming into the league, but he isn’t a player that is going to have many games of multiple receptions. Henderson presents some value as when he does catch the ball he usually does it downfield and creates some big plays. His overall consistency is questionable, however, making him a nice flex player or 3rd WR. Counting on him for anything more may not be good for your fantasy standings.

TE Jeremy Shockey- Shockey is a good TE, but his propensity for injury and the fact that the Saints have so many other weapons makes him a shaky fantasy choice. While he may provide value on certain weeks, he is just not consistent enough to be a valid fantasy starter.

Tampa Bay Bucs

TE Kellen Winslow- Winslow had a pretty good season last year, and considering the Bucs receiving corps is still lacking in talent, Winslow will likely be their number one target in 2010. Winslow will be a good starting TE for your fantasy team that can be had in the later rounds of the draft.

RB Cadillac Williams- Williams earned his starting RB job back after battling back from injuries in both knees. Williams should again be responsible for carrying the load in Tampa, and will likely get some help from Derrick Ward as well. Williams will likely have some good games this season, but as defenses will likely be able to stack up against the run, how many will be the question. Look for Williams in the later rounds of the draft as a possible flex player for your fantasy football team.

RB Derrick Ward- While Ward may have value on certain weeks, it is not likely that he will present much value other than a fill in role for your fantasy squad. Should Cadiilac not be able to remain healthy, Ward could be a nice flex option on a steady basis.

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