Diamonds in the rough for your fantasy football team

Last season we saw Steve Slaton and Matt Forte bust onto the scene like they were 5 year vets. This year is not as strong as last season. But who are some guys you could draft late or pick up in free agency to help your team?

Andre Brown is a runningback the Giants took in the 4th round. He had a very successful college career. He is a versatile back and with the departure of Derrick Ward, Physical play of Brandon Jacobs and legal troubles of Ahmad Bradshaw makes Brown a guy to look out for. A guy you may want to take if you have Jacobs.

Travis Beckum is a player the Giants drafted with their second pick in the third round. Beckum was an excellent pass catcher in college. Something the Giants have lacked since trading Shockey. Beckum isn't somebody I would take early and depend on but could be good depth on your roster.

LeSean McCoy was taken in the second round. He will definitely get some touches to take the pressure off Brian Westbrook. Westbrook is a great back but gets banged up alot. Look for McCoy to have some big games this year. He is a second round pick like Forte was a year ago.

Brandon Tate is a talented wide reciever who would have been a first round pick had he not had a season ending knee surgery his senior year. He is on a deep Patriots roster and should fill the role that Stallworth and Gaffney have had. He could be a good flex option if your league has one. especially in a twelve team league.

Rashad Jennings is a big back out of a small school. He was selected in the seventh round and could be a goal line option for the Jags. Sometimes a guy can score 2 touchdowns and run for 25 yards and save you due to bye weeks or injury.

Jared Cook should be the starting tight end in Tennessee this season. He is very athletic can may be a good fit if your starter goes down or has a bye week. The Titans don't throw a ton but could throw a little more this season with the additions of Cook and Kenny Britt.



These are some names to look out for late in your draft or on the waiver wire. Good luck!

Celtics have roster moves to make

Since the Celtics are out of the playoffs it's time for them to focus on the roster. The Big topic is whether or not to bring back Glen Davis. Big baby just finished his second NBA season. He is a good bench player and has alot of playoff experience under his belt. I'd like to see them bring him back. He has come up huge for this team many times. I've seen him guard some of the best big men in the game and make them a non factor. But if a team wants to throw him a ton of cash it's not an option to bring him back. A team could see his experience and try and make him a starter. If that doesn't happen i'd love to see them try and sign him for 4-6 million a year. He's not worth more than that. He hit a game winner against Orlando but was also non exsistant in other games. A strong bench is a great thing to have. The Celts need more help on the bench. Leon Powe could be out until december or january. It's time for Tony Allen to move on. I thought he was going to step up and be a solid bench player but he was not at all this year. Do they keep Marbury? It's seems like his better days have past him by. They need a back up point. Shawn Marion is out there. I think Andre Miller would be a great point coming off the bench. Anderson Varejoa would be another solid addition as a big man. Especially if Powe isn't at full strength next season. Drew Gooden could be a nice pick up if some team drops a ton of cash on Big Baby. What direction would you like to see the Celtics go?

Mark Herzlich diagnosed with cancer

Boston College defensive stand out Mark Herzlich has been diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma. A tumor found in soft tissue and bone. Herzlich was the ACC defensive player of the year. He passed on the draft to finish his senior year at the heights. Mark would have been a high first round pick this past April had he decided to go pro. He is one of the best players i have ever seen at BC. Also a great teammate and hard worker. Hopefully he can make a quick recovery and get back on the field. He will make a great pro. But sports takes a back seat to life when your health is hanging in the balance. Ewing's Sarcoma has a high recovery rate if caught early enough. There is no time table for him to get back on the field right now. I wish him the best of luck and a fast recovery.

Manny Mania

Well now we know why Manny shoved a sixty year old man in Houston last summer. He claims he got a medication from his doctor. Saying they didn't know it was banned. If your a major league player who is taking something isn't it your responcibility to know if it's banned or not? I would say yes. Ask a trainer, the team union rep or anyone. I don't buy his story. I'm so happy he's gone. I like Jason Bay in left. He wont be shoving old men or decideing not to play in July.

Evan Almighty

3 on 2 out, BOOM. Another Longoria home run. This guy kills the Red Sox. Hitting .368 with seven homers in the first month i guess this guy is killing everyone. In his second season he is already one of the best hitters in the majors. He is an excellent defender as well. His swing is effortless and the ball jumps off his bat. It wouldn't suprise me if he wins the AL MVP this year. Maybe Kevin Youkilis will have something to say about that. I think if i was starting a team from scratch Longoria would be my first pick. A young middle of the ordere guy who can play defense. It wont be long before for he is considered the best hitter in the game.