SKINS FAN #56 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Just check the top 20 rookies. Laron Landry isn't even mentioned once. Straight from nfl.com... Fantasy rankings: Top 20 rookies By Michael Fabiano NFL.com Fantasy Expert Be sure to check out the 2007 NFL.com Fantasy Football Preview Magazine on NFLShop.com and newsstands now! The statistical success of Vince Young, Matt Leinart, Maurice Jones-Drew and Marques Colston last season proved there are some rookies who can immediately become productive options for fantasy football owners in seasonal formats. To find the most valuable rookies for next season, it's important to scout the personnel of all 32 teams and determine where potential on-the-field opportunities can turn into statistical success. In an effort to unearth the next Young, Jones-Drew or Colston, here's our list of the top 20 rookies who will have a chance to produce attractive numbers in 2007. 1. Marshawn Lynch, RB, Buffalo: The first rookie taken in most seasonal drafts will be Lynch, a versatile runner out of California with terrific hands who will be the favorite to open the regular season as the Bills' featured tailback. With skill sets similar to those of Marshall Faulk, Lynch will be well worth a third- to fourth-round selection as a No. 2 fantasy runner in most formats. Adrian Peterson will likely have to compete for carries in Minnesota. 2. Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota: Peterson has the skills and abilities to be a solid No. 1 back in the world of fantasy football in the future, but the fact that he'll share carries with incumbent starter Chester Taylor hurts his value. Still, the former Oklahoma standout should be a viable No. 3 fantasy runner and will even be taken ahead of Taylor in some drafts. 3. Calvin Johnson, WR, Detroit: Considered the most prized athlete in this class, Johnson is a physical specimen who will become an absolute nightmare for NFL defensive backs. Most wideouts do need a season or two under before their true statistical success arrives, but Johnson should still be considered an attractive No. 3 fantasy wide receiver in most cases. 4. Brandon Jackson, RB, Green Bay: Jackson, who has been compared to Ahman Green, possesses the speed to break long runs and has decent skills as a receiver out of the backfield. While injuries are a small concern (he has had two shoulder surgeries in two years), Jackson will have the chance to earn a prominent role and is a nice sleeper candidate. 5. Chris Henry, RB, Tennessee: Henry didn't see too much action in his collegiate career, but his stock soared to new heights after impressive workouts at the combine. However, his chances to start for head coach Jeff Fisher fell when the team re-signed veteran runner Chris Brown. The Arizona product is still worth a middle- to late-round selection in drafts. 6. Dwayne Bowe, WR, Kansas City: The Chiefs haven't had a legitimate and consistent threat in the pass attack outside of Tony Gonzalez in what seems like forever, so the team hopes Bowe can make a difference. He should have a chance to compete with Samie Parker for a prominent role and could be worth a late-round flier in leagues with 12-plus teams. 7. Anthony Gonzalez, WR, Indianapolis: A perfect fit for the Colts and their prolific offense, Gonzalez is expected to replace veteran Brandon Stokley as the team's new slot receiver. While he isn't an exceptional threat in the red zone, Gonzalez does possess terrific hands and could be worth as much as a late-round selection in most seasonal drafts. 8. Dwayne Jarrett, WR, Carolina: Jarrett, who possesses the same sort of skills as the man he will replace (Keyshawn Johnson), will compete with Drew Carter and Keary Colbert for a chance to start with Steve Smith. An athletic wideout, Jarrett will be a nice red-zone option for Jake Delhomme and could be worth a late-round flier if he earns the role. 9. Robert Meachem, WR, New Orleans: Considered the best wide receiver to come out of Tennessee since Carl Pickens, Meachem has the speed and skills to make some noise in a prolific Saints offense. However, a recent surgical procedure on his right knee will hurt his value in drafts and limit him to more of a late-round flier in leagues with 12-plus teams. 10. Sidney Rice, WR, Minnesota: Rice has terrific hands and should have a chance to start in a Vikings offense with no legitimate threats at the wide receiver position, so he will be one to watch. He could be worth a late-round flier in drafts, but Rice will be available on the waiver wire in most cases and could be a useful reserve if he wins a prominent role. </FONT>E-mail Fabiano!One of the most respected fantasy football minds in the business, Michael Fabiano is here at NFL.com. In addition to providing first-class fantasy analysis, Fabiano will answer your fantasy questions in his weekly mailbag. Got a question for Mike? Click here to submit it. 11. Ted Ginn, WR, Miami: Ginn possesses incredible speed and pro potential, and he seems to be back to 100 percent health from the foot sprain he sustained in the 2006 NCAA National Championship Game. While he could become one of the more explosive returners in the NFL, Ginn won't see enough time at wide receiver to be a consistent point producer. 12. Michael Bush, RB, Oakland: Bush would have been a surefire first-round selection in the NFL Draft had it not been for an injured leg, so the Raiders might have landed a tremendous bargain. There's a chance he will be back in action in time for training camp, but his value will be limited with veterans LaMont Jordan and Dominic Rhodes also in the backfield mix. Greg Olsen could become a reliable target for Rex Grossman in Chicago. 13. Greg Olsen, TE, Chicago: Olsen could open the regular season behind incumbent Desmond Clark, but he's a terrific underneath receiver and should join the likes of Bubba Franks, Jeremy Shockey and Kellen Winslow as solid tight ends to come out of the University of Miami. He could be worth as much as a late-round selection as a No. 2 fantasy tight end. 14. Lorenzo Booker, RB, Miami: Booker's quickness and elusiveness should make him a nice change-of-pace and third-down back for head coach Cam Cameron. While he did deal with some injuries in college, Booker will be nice late-round insurance for Ronnie Brown now that it seems the Dolphins have decided not to retain the services of Ricky Williams. 15. JaMarcus Russell, QB, Oakland: Russell might not be the Raiders' No. 1 quarterback when the regular season opens -- Josh McCown seems to be the favorite for that role headed into camp -- but chances are that he'll be under center sooner than later. He won't be drafted in most seasonal formats, but Russell could have some value for owners down the line. 16. Brian Leonard, RB, St. Louis: Leonard, who is expected to see around 15 to 20 plays per game in his rookie season, will be a viable short-yardage back and could be decent insurance for owners in larger leagues who land Steven Jackson. 17. Zach Miller, TE, Oakland: Miller is a talented athlete and appears to be the favorite to start ahead of Randall Williams and Courtney Anderson, but he'll enter the regular season as no more than a No. 2 fantasy tight end in most formats. 18. Brady Quinn, QB, Cleveland: Derek Anderson, not Charlie Frye, is now considered the favorite to open the regular season as the Browns' No. 1 quarterback, but it shouldn't be long before Quinn takes over the reins of the offense. 19. Kenny Irons, RB, Cincinnati: Veteran runner Chris Perry has been riddled with injuries since he came out of college, so Irons will compete with Kenny Watson and could become late-round insurance for owners who land Rudi Johnson. 20. Jacoby Jones, WR, Houston: Jones is considered a raw prospect and is still behind Kevin Walter, but the Texans are short on wide receivers after Andre Johnson and some scouts believe he can eventually be productive at the NFL level. Other notables: Tony Hunt, RB, Philadelphia; Dwayne Wright, RB, Buffalo; Garrett Wolfe, RB, Chicago; Craig Davis, WR, San Diego; Jason Hill, WR, San Francisco; Steve Smith, WR, N.Y. Giants; Paul Williams, WR, Tennessee; Mason Crosby, K, Green Bay; Justin Medlock, K, Kansas City. Your thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Grundle Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Looks like he's ranking offensive players only there guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongLostSkin Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 And its fantasy football Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsfan07 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 LOL wow you should have read before you posted this. haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDoyler23 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Looks to be for fantasy football. Most leagues have a D unit and not individual players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartacus87 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 1- It's offensive players only. 2- I probably wouldn't pick up LaRon Landry in a fantasy league either if I was able to pick a defensive player or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace_73 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Wow, you should have payed a little more attention to what he was listing before you posted. And Michael doesn't hate the skins. He has 2 different drafts where he selected Clinton Portis in the second round... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siven Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 What part of fantasy football do you not understand? You use offensive players, not defensive players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsaneBoost Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 So because someone doesn't pick who we think should be there, makes them a "hater." God :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirtyfive2seven Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 :doh: :doh: :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirtyfive2seven Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 So because someone doesn't pick who we think should be there, makes them a "hater."God :doh: My Thread "Riggins vs Taylor" was on Riggins Radio, was yours? :doh: :doh: :doh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: God. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InsaneBoost Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 My Thread "Riggins vs Taylor" was on Riggins Radio, was yours? :doh: :doh: :doh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: God. To bad it was, huh buddy boy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CutTHROAT Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 You just took an..... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsmesumme Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Welcome to the NNT Club.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever21 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 NOT EVERYONE IS OUT TO GET US!!!!!!! ARHGAHGSHGSHGH I am ready to lose my mind at how quickly some people here run to the 'the whole media hates us routine'! Are we night tired of trying so hard to be disrespected???? I would honestly rather talk about LaVar vs. Gregg Williams or if we should use 2 first round picks to draft Calvin Johnson or I'd rather listen to McD5 go on and on about how amazing Ladell Betts is especially when compared to the washed up Clinton Portis. THE MEDIA DOES NOT HATE THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS!! GET OVER IT!! Seriously...I'm losing my mind :soapbox: . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggo-toni Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 And that guy Sonny really hates us too. Did you hear what he said about having a simple playbook. What an obvious shot at Al Saunders. They're all out to get us, I tell you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever21 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 And that guy Sonny really hates us too. Did you hear what he said about having a simple playbook. What an obvious shot at Al Saunders. They're all out to get us, I tell you. I'd laught but it's not funny because of the number of people here who are honestly convinced of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDarb Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 The entire media DOES hate us. I just saw Ann Coulter on FOXnews and she said that she wished the Redskins were killed by terrorists... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldpacker Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 dude.............. this must be embarssing for u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. S Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Is this thread for real? Landry will be nowhere near the top 20 rookies for fantasy points, even for teams who do use individual defensive players (unless he happens to get a sack, a pick, and 10 tackles a game or something which I would have no problem with). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Money Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Should have known by the #56 in your username that you haven't got a clue. Thanks for the thread! :applause: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidenreich Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Wow, the sharks are out early today. I'll cut you a break cause you're 15. If you weren't though, you'd be an idiot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passizle Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 SOOOOOOOOO FUUUUUUUUNNNNYYYY! You got burned... and you did it solo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tr1 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Hey, let's give the young fella a break for this post...it's actually a good read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No_Pressure Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 I took two seconds wondering "Why aren't there any defensive players, offensive linemen, etc.???" :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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