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Target Practice
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Target Practice
Through the first three weeks of football we have seen some familiar names making plays in the passing game, but what fantasy owners need to be watching besides the headlines are those players quietly and steadily getting ready to break out. Aside from the normal names we see, this past weekend there were a couple of players to suddenly steal some fantasy love; last Sunday against the Falcons it was the re-emergence of Saints receiver Lance Moore with a seven targets and a big day receiving (149 yards receiving and two scores), the Bronco’s receiver Jabar Gaffney suddenly became a very relevant consideration with a big day in Denver (12 receptions with 140 yards receiving) and 14 targets, and the Cowboys wide receiver Roy Williams becoming a household name in Big D again with a very productive afternoon (117 yards receiving with two touchdowns) with his steady dose of six targets.
The Usual Suspects…
The usual faces thus far this season topping the list include Roddy White (41 targets) Brandon Marshall (37 targets), and Larry Fitzgerald (34 targets), but one surprise in this mix to watch, both T.O. (33 targets) and Ochocinco (34 targets) seemed to be getting their fair share of touches, so at some point the numbers will have to follow, right?
Some early season starlets…
Through the first three weeks of the 2010 season, 2nd year Colts’ receiver Austin Collie (31 targets) has emerged as Peyton Manning’s go-to receiver. Even when the injured Pierre Garcon returns, it’s hard to imagine number 18 not continuing to look his way. The Niner’s running back Frank Gore has been showcasing his versatility this season and leads all running back with 29 targets and 22 receptions.
Your Target watch….
We can easily see who has done what this season and why, but a few names that might be flying under the radar at the moment that you should keep your eye include; TE-Jermaine Gresham, WR-Michael Crabtree, and TE-Todd Heap.
Jermaine Gresham only has one touchdown and 99 yards receiving through the first three weeks, but quarterback Carson Palmer is looking his way too often for his numbers to stay dormant. With 21 targets, he’s going to see plenty of opportunity going forward to start making more of a difference.
The Niner’s offense is in flux at the moment, but Singletary will soon grab hold of the reigns and get this ship righted. Through the team’s first three games wide receiver Michael Crabtree has only six catches, but 19 targets. If this passing game is going to get off the ground, Crabtree will be a big part going forward.
With all the focus and attention centered on wide receiver Anquan Boldin, quietly tight end Todd Heap is one of his best pass receiving seasons of his career. He is currently on pace to put up close to career numbers in receptions and yards. With 22 targets already in this young season, he looks like a great bet to do just that.
Season Target Leaders...
(Unofficial numbers)
Top 20
- Roddy White, ATL (41 targets)
- Brandon Marshall, MIA (37 targets)
- Larry Fitzgerald, ARI (34 targets)
- Chad Ochocinco, CIN (34 targets)
- Terrell Owens, CIN (33 targets)
- Austin Collie, IND (31 targets)
- Santana Moss, WAS (30 targets)
- Miles Austin, DAL (29 targets)
- Anquan Boldin, BAL (29 targets)
- Frank Gore, SFO (29 targets)
- Andre Johnson, HOU (29 targets)
- Steve Smith, NYG (29 targets)
- Calvin Johnson, DET (28 targets)
- Dallas Clark, IND (27 targets)
- Mark Clayton, STL (27 targets)
- Malcom Floyd, SDC (26 targets)
- Jabar Gaffney, DEN (26 targets)
- Antonio Gates, SDC (26 targets)
- Darrius Heyward-Bey, OAK (26 targets)
- Reggie Wayne, IND (26targets)
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