2011 Fantasy Football PPR Zeroes

Yesterday we looked at the PPR Heroes, today we check out the Zeroes. I realize Zeroes is a strong term, but it was merely used for alliteration.

For starters, we all know that running backs like Michael Turner, LeGarrette Blount and Brandon Jacobs take a hit in PPR leagues. Here are some wide receivers who get downgraded in PPR leagues.

Mike Wallace, Pittsburgh Steelers:  I know he’s talking about a 2,000 yard season and will likely receive more looks this year, but his bread and butter remain the deep ball. Wallace ranked second in the league with a 21.0 yards per catch average. He’ll likely catch fewer passes than those in his tier.

DeSean Jackson, Philadelphia Eagles:  Ditto for DeSean. He can absolutely fly, but he only caught 47 passes last year to reach 1,056 yards (league best 22.5 YPC). He’ll have his monster games, but he also is more likely to turn in a dud that those in his tier.

Johnny Knox, Chicago Bears:  At least the Bears seem to be coming to their senses that Roy Williams isn’t elite. You can reunite him with Mike Martz, but that doesn’t mean a hill of beans if he’s overweight. Knox had nearly 1,000 yards last year on 51 catches (fifth in the league with 18.8 YPC). With Earl Bennett locked in at the slot, Knox will likely remain the deep threat.

Anthony Armstrong, Washington Redskins:  Not that I endorse any receiver other than Santana Moss on the Redskins, but if you’re in a PPR league, do not take a flier on Armstrong. He’s a deep threat and no more at this point. He finished third in the league with a 19.8 YPC.

Malcom Floyd, San Diego Chargers:  Floyd has WR3/4 potential in standard leagues. Unfortunately his value takes a big time hit in PPR leagues. He ranked fourth in YPC at 19.4. He only hauled in 37 passes last year when Vincent Jackson barely played.

Nate Washington, Tennessee Titans:  Like Armstrong I probably wouldn’t add him to my team in standard leagues, but I especially would avoid him in PPR leagues. Washington caught just 42 passes last year for an 11th-best 16.4 YPC.

Also check out:

• 2011 Fantasy Football QB Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football RB Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football RB Rankings – PPR
• 2011 Fantasy Football WR Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football TE Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football DEF Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football IDP Rankings
• 2011 Fantasy Football K Rankings