Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Diamonds in the rough III

We know the big rookie names. Mathews, Best, Bryant are the guys you'll grab early to mid rounds. Who might be there late in your draft that could Surprise this season? Lets take a look at a few players who could be the next Colston or Edelman.

1. Ben Tate - Tate was a player I wanted the Patriots to take. His combination of size, speed and receiving ability make him a hot commodity. He should be the perfect fit for the Texans offense. Tate played in the spread offense at Auburn and has skills catching the ball. He is a between the tackles runner that could provide many touchdown opportunities and could gain some needed yardage on the ground. Grab Tate in your draft as your third of fourth runningback. He will be great depth or a good flex option. Possibly a good starting option. Especially if you a bitten bvy the injury bug.

2. Eric Decker - Decker was a top receiving prospect before a season ending injury at Minnesota last season. Decker is 6'2'' 215lbs and runs great routes. He may be the steal of the draft and Denver's number 1 receiving option. Look for Decker in the later rounds. 70 receptions 800 yards and 5 td's is not out of the question. A great third receiver or flex.

3. Mike Williams - Like Denver, Tampa Bay also will be relying on two rookie receiver. Mike Williams is impressing coaches in Tampa. The troubled Williams had many problems while Syracuse. Hopefully he can overcome them and be a valuable option for your fantasy team as depth. Grab Williams in the last round or two. He could either have a solid season or be a quick fantasy cut. worth taking a flyer on. Josh Johnson needs to be a better QB in his second season with the Bucs.

4. Dorin Dickerson - Dickerson is another weapon added to the Houston Texans arsenal. Dickerson played wide receiver early in his playing days at Pitt. He was converted to tight end later years. Dickerson could be that complement on the other side of Andre Johnson. Dickerson is 6'2'' 230lbs and runs a 4.4 40 yard dash. He could be a nightmare for opposing cornerbacks because of his size and tough on linebackers because of his speed. Dickerson has the ability to line up all over the field. If he becomes a polished route runner, look out for Dickerson in the coming years.

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