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Colston returns to the field feels 100 percent…..
The Saints explosive receiver finally appears healthy after an injury filled 2008. While there’s always the risk of re-injury, Colston is a tremendous talent and in the Saints high powered aerial attack he’ll be a top selection in the coming fantasy drafts.
Hillis seeing a lot of action at tailback….
After an impressive stint as the team’s primary ball carrier in 2008, the former Razorback is seeing a lot of action in single back sets and has looked impressive. Even with a crowded backfield in Denver, Hillis looks like one of the stronger fantasy candidate in the Bronco’s rotation.
QB Matt Stafford putting on a good show in Detroit…
While the reports are all three Lion’s quarterbacks will begin camp with an even slate, on the first day of camp, Stafford looked like a veteran quarterback and was quite impressive. The coaching staff is not offering any indicators yet, but Stafford’s solid start makes him a likely bet to be under center when the season kicks off. He’s going to have limited fantasy value early, but like a fine wine he should get better with age (and it could come sooner than later).
Tight end Vernon Davis has been looking solid in camp
According to some the beat writers covering the team, Davis has been most impressive during camp. After such a tumultuous beginning for Davis with his new head coach, could this ship be suddenly righted? Davis certainly has the skill set and size. He’s going to be one of the classic diamonds in the rough this season. With no one expecting much, he just could surprise with an impressive 2009 campaign
2nd year running back Kevin Smith has been impressive
The 2nd year back actually had a very nice rookie campaign, so it should not be too much of a surprise to hear some of the praises. Smith will likely be a featured back in Detroit. With the team getting little love from around the league, he could end up being a solid sleeper. Last season smith finished with nearly 1,300-total yards and eight touchdowns last season.
WR Michael Crabtree remains unsigned and not in camp
With each day that passes with Crabtree not in camp, his fantasy stock continues to plummet. The outstanding rookie is holding out and there doesn’t seem to be any indication of a deal being done soon. If Crabtree misses a significant amount of time, he could become a nice late round sleeper pick and at the same time could be over-valued if taken too early.
WR Roy Williams ready to prove the critics wrong
With Terrell Owen gone, there’s going to be a lot of focus on Williams as the team’s number two target. Roy has great size and hands and while his past record has shown some inconsistency, he has the potential to be a greatly undervalued fantasy pick this summer.
By David Ortega
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