Fantasy Football 2007: Top 10 Sleepers PDF Print E-mail
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Written by Mike Valenti   
Wednesday, 08 August 2007

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Here is my list of players who won’t necessarily take the league by storm but will outperform their respective draft position. Again, value is everything.

 

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Is this the year?
1. Jerious Norwood RB/ATL—Couple things make Norwood a dynamite sleeper. For one Head coach Bobby Petrino comes in with a new blocking scheme that favors the more powerful Norwood to that of the elusive Warrick Dunn. Secondly, Dunn is coming off back surgery and as stated is the smaller of the two backs. Norwood has the size and flat out speed that Petrino likes so look for the transition from Dunn to Norwood to be complete this season.

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Thomas Jones
2. Thomas Jones RB/NYJ—Again, another guy who is being picked anywhere from 20-35 in mock drafts I’ve seen and that is simply too low. Jones will have a chip on his shoulder after being dissed by the Bears and traded. He also has a great offensive line in New York and will be featured in the Jets more open attack. Look for better receiving numbers and a top 15 fantasy season from TJ.

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Caddy
3. Carnell Williams RB/TB—Last year was a complete debacle for all Bucs, Caddy was no exception. That awful season is part of the reason he lands on this list. He is being taken way to low in drafts and will have a nice bounce back season in Tampa. The Bucs signed Jeff Garcia and added Giants LT Luke Pettigout to shore up the line. They also drafted Aaron Sears to help inside. Grab Caddy as your third back and watch him produce like a No. 2.

4. Chris Chambers WR/MIA—Chambers is a tough guy to figure out. I think the main issue has been atrocious QB play around him throughout his career. Enter Trent Green my friends. Chambers has been all but forgotten in mock drafts and for that reason is a perfect selection for you in the middle rounds. Look for more production from Chambers in the red zone which means far more production for your club.

5. Santonio Holmes WR/PIT—Speed, speed, and more speed baby! Holmes is the real deal and with a healthy Ro-banger at the helm and another year under his belt in the league, Holmes will prosper as the Steelers up and coming big play guy. Look for him to be a Santana Moss type player who is being drafted like a legless dog.

6. Reggie Brown WR/PHI—Let’s see…Healthy McNabb, healthy Westbrook, and a defined role as the No. 1 guy on the Eagles? Yeah I think brown is better than his average selection in the 8th round would suggest. Mark my words, this kid is big time and he had a nice connection with D-Mac before he got hurt. Value pick.

7. Vincent Jackson WR/SD—Mr. Jackson has become the chic sleeper pick but I cannot fight the experts. The guy had a part time role last season and was a dynamite target for Phillip Rivers. Now with the departure of Old man Keenan and the maturation of Rivers, Jackson is set to post double digit TD figures.

8. Brandon Marshall WR/DEN—I call this guy TO Jr. and physically he is. A complete specimen, Marshall is Cutlers favorite target and with Rod Smith being put out to pasture, he stands to reap the benefits of playing opposite Javon Walker. Love this kid. How he is ranked in the 120’s on most big boards is beyond me.

9. Ronald Curry WR/OAK—Hey, someone has to be the No.1 in Oakland right? People just remember last season where Oakland’s offense was impossible to watch but they are making a mistake. Curry is going undrafted in some leagues and to me that is the laugher. Grab him late and enjoy.

10. LenDale White RB/TEN—work with me here. I know they re-signed Chris Brown and drafted Chris Henry…I get it. I know LenDale showed up fat and out of shape. I get it. I also know Norm Chow loves this kid and he has been getting ALL the first team reps. I’m taking a flier.




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bangpow - Chris Chambers....pfft!! Super Administrator | 2007-08-08 21:33:25
Dude, Chris Chambers?!?!

That guy is supposed to be a sleeper EVERY YEAR by the experts and he's also supposed to have a breakout year EVERY YEAR by the experts.

But guess what?

He never breaks out and has disappointing season after disappointing season.

I can see how you would think he would have a better year because of Trent Green, but why not make Green the sleeper instead of Chambers?

I'm sorry, but Chambers is going to disappoint...yet again.
Fraserburn Administrator | 2007-08-08 22:22:50
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salgiacona Registered | 2007-08-08 22:38:01
Isn't Thomas Jones gonna split with Leon Washington though? How many carries will he lose to Leon? That's the million dollar question. And will McNabb be ready to go when the season starts? Cause if not then how good will Brown be with Feely?
Mike Valenti - TJ question Administrator | 2007-08-08 23:01:55
Mark my words...Jones is the man in NY. Sure he will get spelled by Leon but the JEts have committed to Jones and he will be the sure fire goal line back as well. I expect 1400yds with damn near 10 TD's.
CrazyJoe79 Registered | 2007-08-09 08:08:37
Completely agree on Thomas Jones and Santonio! I looke forward to having one or both of those guys on my squad. Look out for Vernon Davis and Alex Smith as sleeper studs as well. Those two are gonna connect all year long!!
Ryedog Registered | 2007-08-09 08:11:59
Mike, what about your Top 10 list for QB, RB, and WR?
kddietrich - Full_Metal_Jacket (RotoHog Lea Unregistered | 2007-08-09 16:59:45
Hey Mike, I have noticed in a few of my drafts that people don't select a QB in the first few rounds and then draft John Kitna in the later rounds, How do you feel about Kitna , and that particular tactic?
jdstephens Registered | 2007-08-19 17:25:54
I really hope your right about Cadillac. I ended up picking him up as my 2nd running back. Im still not so sure about him.
drewstodd Registered | 2007-09-04 09:12:55
Mikey...You would have been proud of me...I managed to snag Thomas Jones in the 7th round of a 12 man draft and Santonio Holmes in the 9th!!
TINCUP1967 - Trade advice Registered | 2007-09-12 13:19:55
Mike...I am in a keeper non-PPR league and have been offered LJ and TJones if I give up Edge and Reggie Bush. Am I crazy to be considering this? Based strictly on preseason rankings it seems like I'm coming out WAY ahead. What do you think, oh Wise One??
bradzik - last minute decision. Registered | 2007-11-11 11:04:17
Mike if you get this help me out. Deshaun foster vs ATL or Steve Jackson vs. NOS
masinick - keeper Registered | 2008-01-15 11:44:08
Hi Mike,

I have a keeper question. Is there an e-mail that I can use to send you a chart.

Thanks
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