2009 Fantasy Football Wide Receivers

A look at the top WRs in Fantasy Football 2009

Wide receiver depth is a good way to separate your team from the pack. There are about 10 can’t miss wide outs, and then a generous drop-off. A good way to choose receivers is to take one can’t miss WR, and look for two others that either are #1s, or #2s on a strong offensive team. The second round is the perfect opportunity to take a wide receiver such as Terrell Owens, Anquan Boldin, or Braylon Edwards.

The 1st rung of Wide Outs:

• Larry Fitzgerald: He is primed to be even greater.

• Andre Johnson: Good health, great numbers.

• Randy Moss: Brady’s back and there is going to be trouble…

• Calvin Johnson: Bad offense. Bad defense. Lions will be coming from behind with bombs.

• Greg Jennings: Superior wide out on the rise.

• Reggie Wayne: He will have better numbers this year.

The 2nd rung of Wide Outs:

• Steve Smith: He banged up his shoulder. Questionable 1 st game of the season.

• Anquan Boldin: Simply a stud in a big offense.

• Roddy White: He is signed and his quarterback is one year older.

• Dwayne Bowe: Matt Cassel is an upgrade. No Gonzo, will be the go to guy.

• Marques Colston: If he can stay healthy, he will be force with Brees.

• Terrell Owens: Still has the skills, but offense limited.

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The 3rd Rung of Wide outs:

• Brandon Marshall: Has issues

• T.J. Houshmandzadeh: It’s Seattle but he is established.

• Wes Welker: Great for reception points

• Vincent Jackson: Passing game still looking good. Chris Chambers may take some stats.

• Hines Ward: I love Hines Ward more than I should.

• Ocho Cinco: I dislike Chad more than I should.

• Roy Williams: Roy Williams has been over-rated for years.

• Santonio Holmes: Pittsburgh should pass.

• Anthony Gonzalez: Is banged up but should be good

• Braylon Edwards: What is the deal with this guy?

• Bernard Berrian: I like Minnesota’s first five games.

• DeSean Jackson: The Eagles are a great passing team.

• Eddie Royal: May be lead receiver if Brandon Marshall can’t get it together.

The barrel:

• Jerricho Cotchery: The Jets #1.

• Kevin Walter: Looking solid for Houston.

• Santana Moss: The Redskins #1.

• Donald Driver: He still has more in the tank.

• Lee Evans: T.O. in town may be free.

• Lance Moore: A Saints wide out.

• Antonio Bryant: Buyer beware.

• Chris Chambers: Bounce back year.

• Devin Hester: Break out with Cutler

• Laveranues Coles: Not a fan of the Bengals.

The Bottom of the Barrel

• Derrick Mason

• Donald Avery

• Torry Holt

• Steve Breaston

• Michael Clayton

Wide Receivers are like stocks during the preseason.

By Marty Beil
ProFootball-fans.com Fantasy Football Director of Content