August 8th, 2009 4:07pm PST
THE ATL REPORT
Around the League
QB Kyle Orton taking his bumps along the way….
The Broncos quarterback did not have a great past week in camp and local fans let him know it. While Orton continues to learn the new offense, his early struggles shouldn’t be too much of a concern for fantasy owners. Orton is not being groomed to be the next Tom Brady and in Chicago he proved to be a very good game manager. With improved talent in Denver he should be better and a safe bet for fantasy.
RB Ryan Grant looking solid in camp.…
With Packers running back looking good thus far, fantasy owners should starting eyeing this runner as a high end number two. A healthy Grant this season should have little trouble reaching 300 carries once again and surpassing his four touchdown total from last season.
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RB Knowshon Moreno signs deal to return Sunday…..
The Bronco’s inked a five-year deal with their top draft pick and he will be expected to join the team on Sunday. Moreno has missed the last eight days of camp, so he will start a little behind the curve. With his talent and skill level Moreno is expected to eventually win the starting job in the backfield and could be nice value pick as an early to mid RB3. It’s doubtful he will fall any further.
QB Carson Palmer feeling confident focusing on improving…
The Bengal’s starting quarterback has been feeling confident this offseason and focused on just getting better. Palmer appears to be shaking off the rust from an injury filled and dismal 2008. With the sudden rise of young guns like Ryan, Cutler, and Rivers, quietly Palmer could become a forgotten name and a big surprise in 2009. He’s worth keeping on the radar.
WR Javon Walker’s knee problems appear more serious….
The Raider’s beleaguered receiver continues to be the topic of bad news. Walker’s offseason surgery now appears to have been major and he is expected to miss more time. Walker was disappointing in 2008 and has not been relevant since 2006. It’s hard to imagine him getting it all turned around in by the start of the season. Right now Walker is not worth a fantasy pick and is close to have zero value.
QB Mark Sanchez starting to blaze trail in the Big Apple….
The Jet’s rookie quarterback has wasted little time making a big push to win the starting quarterback gig. In the team’s most recent scrimmage Sanchez was most impressive clearly outplaying his counterpart (Clemens). Until a clear winner is decided Sanchez is going to have limited value in redraft leagues, but looks to be a solid pick in dynasty and keeper leagues.
WR Michael Crabtree’s hold-out will hurt Value ….
The Niners may have thought they found a world of talent in Crabtree, but it appears they also found one of today’s biggest primadonnas. While the former Texas Tech Red Raider can boast some great collegiate numbers, he has yet to prove anything at the next level. While he waits at home to get paid, he’s going to fall further behind in camp. When and should he return, he’s not likely to make an immediate impact as he learns the system, so he’s going to have very little fantasy value.
Check back every week for more “Around the League”
THE ATL REPORT
QB Kyle Orton taking his bumps along the way….
The Broncos quarterback did not have a great past week in camp and local fans let him know it. While Orton continues to learn the new offense, his early struggles shouldn’t be too much of a concern for fantasy owners. Orton is not being groomed to be the next Tom Brady and in Chicago he proved to be a very good game manager. With improved talent in Denver he should be better and a safe bet for fantasy.
RB Ryan Grant looking solid in camp.…
With Packers running back looking good thus far, fantasy owners should starting eyeing this runner as a high end number two. A healthy Grant this season should have little trouble reaching 300 carries once again and surpassing his four touchdown total from last season.
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RB Knowshon Moreno signs deal to return Sunday…..
The Bronco’s inked a five-year deal with their top draft pick and he will be expected to join the team on Sunday. Moreno has missed the last eight days of camp, so he will start a little behind the curve. With his talent and skill level Moreno is expected to eventually win the starting job in the backfield and could be nice value pick as an early to mid RB3. It’s doubtful he will fall any further.
QB Carson Palmer feeling confident focusing on improving…
The Bengal’s starting quarterback has been feeling confident this offseason and focused on just getting better. Palmer appears to be shaking off the rust from an injury filled and dismal 2008. With the sudden rise of young guns like Ryan, Cutler, and Rivers, quietly Palmer could become a forgotten name and a big surprise in 2009. He’s worth keeping on the radar.
WR Javon Walker’s knee problems appear more serious….
The Raider’s beleaguered receiver continues to be the topic of bad news. Walker’s offseason surgery now appears to have been major and he is expected to miss more time. Walker was disappointing in 2008 and has not been relevant since 2006. It’s hard to imagine him getting it all turned around in by the start of the season. Right now Walker is not worth a fantasy pick and is close to have zero value.
QB Mark Sanchez starting to blaze trail in the Big Apple….
The Jet’s rookie quarterback has wasted little time making a big push to win the starting quarterback gig. In the team’s most recent scrimmage Sanchez was most impressive clearly outplaying his counterpart (Clemens). Until a clear winner is decided Sanchez is going to have limited value in redraft leagues, but looks to be a solid pick in dynasty and keeper leagues.
WR Michael Crabtree’s hold-out will hurt Value ….
The Niners may have thought they found a world of talent in Crabtree, but it appears they also found one of today’s biggest primadonnas. While the former Texas Tech Red Raider can boast some great collegiate numbers, he has yet to prove anything at the next level. While he waits at home to get paid, he’s going to fall further behind in camp. When and should he return, he’s not likely to make an immediate impact as he learns the system, so he’s going to have very little fantasy value.
Check back every week for more “Around the League”
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