Dynasty Stock Market
Posted: 6/27/09Dynasty Stock Up
- OTAs
QB
1. Donovan McNabb, PHI – I really don’t see
Kolb getting his shot in Philly after this draft…the weapons just
keep coming.
2. Tom Brady, NE – Probably the 3rd QB off the
board in most drafts, but could very easily finish #1.
3. Matt Ryan, ATL – Matty Ice has the addition
of Tony Gonzalez who, while not running as well as he used to, is a huge
mid-range weapon. While the WRs may see a few less looks, Ryan’s
value is climbing.
4. David Garrard, JAC – It’s going to be
interesting to see how Garrard does with the best WR he’s ever had
on his squad. He could be a serious sleeper pick with Holt, Mike Walker
and Dennis Northcutt running with him.
5. Matthew Stafford, DET – He has looked absolutely
fantastic at OTA’s already with extraordinary arm strength and quick
release. The first third of the season is BRUTAL for the Lions, so hope
they sit him until after their week 7 bye.
RB
1. Steve Slaton, HOU – Formerly #4 on this list,
Slaton rockets up to #1 as the Texans didn’t add a complementary
back to use with him. To be clear, they will rotate him out to limit his
carries, but it would be a different story had the team drafted Shonn
Greene or Rashad Jennings.
2. Pierre Thomas, NO – See #1. The Saints have
not yet added a bigger back to significantly take his carries…word
is Pierre has put on ten pounds of muscle himself this offseason.
3. Maurice Jones-Drew, JAC – Good news for both
Jones-Drew and Garrard when Jacksonville exponentially improved their
offensive line through the draft. While I see Rashad Jennings emerging,
he won’t take meaningful carries from MJD.
4. Matt Forte, CHI – Assuming the tweaked hamstring
progresses the way it is expected to, Forte has to be a happy man. Sure
the addition of Cutler means less carries for him, but if you’re
in a PPR league you have to be grinning from ear to ear with the #1 receiving
threat from 2008.
5. LenDale White, SD – A dark horse on this list,
white has cut down to 236 pounds this offseason to cement himself in this
backfield. Sure he’ll probably be out of Tennessee when his contract
expires in the offseason, but that’s even more motivation….
WR/TE
1. Calvin Johnson, DET – Really, can his stock
go much higher? Having a talented QB throwing him the ball and Pettigrew
helping with middle traffic means the sky is the limit.
2. Mike Walker, JAC – Moved up from #3 on this
list. If Walker can stay healthy (big “IF”), he has the opportunity
to showcase his talent with Torry Holt and Dennis Northcutt running routes
with him. Huge sleeper candidate.
3. Devin Hester, CHI – While I don’t see
Hester going over the middle on 3rd downs anytime soon, Hester is the
only guy with experience on the roster and will be the #1. Do not overpay
for Hester, but he can be an absolute steal as your #3 or 4 wideout.
4. Chad Ochocinco, CIN – Simply put, the Bengals
need Chad on their squad and, even though they received trade offers,
could not part with him. It is a good sign that no WRs were added in the
draft and will see his share of balls with one of the most talented QBs
in history throwing him the rock.
5. Miles Austin, DAL – Young player with huge upside
potential if he can win the starting job alongside Roy Williams. It might
be a long shot, but he could put up 70/5/1,000 if the cards fall right…especially
if they put Crayton in the slot.
6. Greg Olsen, CHI – See Devin Hester. Olsen’s
value could be through the roof if the WRs don’t step up in the
Windy City.
Dynasty Stock Down
QB
1. Chad Pennington, MIA – After a very nice fantasy
showing in 2008, Pennington is going to be in trouble beginning this season.
With Chad Henne essentially getting the nod for 2010 and Pat White added
to the roster. Trouble.
2. Joe Flacco, BAL – TE L.J. Smith does not qualify
as “upgrading offensive firepower”. Surprisingly, the Ravens
went another year without giving him any weapons; that’s a dangerous
game. I really see Flacco’s improvement will be stunted for at least
another season.
RB
1. Joseph Addai, IND – Mounting durability issues
and lack of physical running thus far were good reason for the Colts to
add Donald Brown. Addai is the unquestionable starter but he needs to
be pushed and his carries/catches will suffer for it. Consider him only
as a #3 dynasty back.
2. Tim Hightower, ARI – Truth be told, Hightower
had a nice 2008, but I think he’s out of luck now. Chris Wells skills
are special and, while the Cards need Hightower as insurance for injury,
Wells is for all intents and purposes the guy who will carry the load.
WR/TE
1. Greg Camarillo, MIA – Patrick Turner is going
to push Camarillo as a slot-type catcher; his job as a starter is definitely
in jeopardy. Parcells loves Turner and is expected to give the job to
him.
2. Sidney Rice, MIN – I like the guy…I really
do. Problem is, he’s not an “it” guy and does not have
special skills. The way things are set in Minnesota, Rice is at best a
#3 WR for your dynasty squad; 6 TDs is his ceiling.
3. Davone Bess, MIA – See Greg Camarillo. His days
of running the slot are over.
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