Fantasy Football 101: 2010 Wide Receiver Rankings #61 - 90
After reviewing the Top 30 and 31st-60th receivers in previous articles, we complete our rankings with the Deep Sleepers and Solid Role players as we unveil our 61st-90th receivers.
The depth of your league will determine the value of these players and when you get this far down the list be sure to consider whether you are looking for a late round breakout or wide receiver insurance to backup your earlier gambles.
Tier VIII: Sleepers and Solid Role Players
61. Davone Bess, Miami - Solid possession option in PPR leagues but 10 yards per catch and just 3 TDs in two years limits his upside.
62. Josh Cribbs, Cleveland - Look for Cribb's slash role to increase this season as both a runner and receiver. The team needs to commit to providing him more touches on offense if he is to become fantasy relevant.
63. Anthony Gonzales, Indianapolis - An unfortunate knee injury first game of the season ruined his opportunity to replace Marvin Harrison. The strong performances of Pierre Garcon and Austin Collie have Gonzales without a position entering the season but he will push for time if he is healthy. Don't forget he is just 25 and had 57 catches and 664 yards as the team's 3rd receiver in 2008.
64. Mike Thomas, Jacksonville - Thomas' strong performance as a rookie (48-453) makes him the favorite to start opposite Mike Sims-Walker this season. At 5-8 and more quick than fast, his upside is limited.
65. Mario Manningham, NY Giants - Manningham hopes to beat Hakeem Nicks out for the number two job but is more likely to serve as the third receiver and deep threat.
66. Josh Morgan, San Francisco - After earning a starting job as the 49ers possession receiver last season, Morgan will look to improve his consistency this season (he was held to 2 or fewer catches in 6 games last season).
67. Nate Washington, Tennessee - Washington failed to seize the number one receiver job last season and will serve as primarily a deep threat this season. The Titans run-first offense likely makes Kenny Britt the Titans only fantasy relevant receiver this season.
68. Jabar Gaffney, Denver - Someone has to catch passes in Denver in the wake of Brandon Marshall's departure and Gaffney's 14 catch 213 yard performance in week 17 last season making him worth a flyer this season. His 732 yards last season were a career best.
69. Mike Jenkins, Atlanta - Jenkins has caught 50-53 passes each of the past three years for anywhere between 532-777 yards and minimal red zone production. Expect similar results this season unless he loses his starting job to Harry Douglas.
70. Devery Henderson, New Orleans - A deep threat coming off an 804 yard season. He caught two or fewer passes in 4 games and caught four or more just 6 times in an offense known for spreading it around. He is good for 3-4 good games a season but good luck predicting which ones.
71. Jacoby Jones, Houston - A deep sleeper who has all the physical tools you look for. Has a chance to steal a starting job away from Kevin Walters.
72. Jordan Shipley, Cincinnati - Shipley is the favorite to win the slot receiver job in Cincinnati. His willingness to go over the middle and make the tough catches could make him a major factor on third downs.
73. Brandon LaFell, Carolina - LaFell will challenge disappointing Dwayne Jarrett for a starting job in Carolina. He projects as a possession receiver and red zone target which could allow him to complement Steve Smith and make an early impact.
74. Laurant Robinson, St. Louis - Robinson has a good combination of size and speed and could earn a starting job. He was solid in three starts prior to breaking his leg last season.
75. Mardy Gilyard, St. Louis - Gilyard enters camp as the 4th receiver but has playmaking ability and is a guy to watch in training camp. The Rams receiver jobs are up for grabs beyond Donnie Avery and Gilyard has the most upside of the candidates. Worth a late flyer in a keeper league.
76. Lance Moore, New Orleans - Undersized possession receiver who couldn't stay healthy last season but score 10 touchdowns on 79 receptions in 2008. Enters camp behind Robert Meachem and Devery Henderson but could surprise if he gets a chance in the Saints spread the ball around offense.
77. Terrell Owens, Cincinnati - Has the ability to contribute if he can find a job but there is not much upside beyond the numbers he put up last season. UPDATE: Signed with Cincinnati just before camp and is the leader in the clubhouse for the #2 receiver job opposite Chad Ocho Cinco. This moves Owens into contention for the top 40.
Tier VIIII Deep Sleepers or Veteran Depth
78. Darius Heyward-Bey, Oakland - Still developing as a receiver and needs to improve his concentration but has the speed make some plays as a vertical threat now that the Raiders have a decent quarterback.
79. Malcolm Kelly, Washington - Has struggled to establish himself during his first two season but enters camp battling Devin Thomas for the #2 job in Washington. Flashed potential with a 5 catch 109 yard performance in the 2009 finale. A darkhorse now but could have value if he wins the starting job in camp.
80. James Hardy, Buffalo - Another of the third year wideouts hoping for a breakout. Is coming off a torn ACL but finds himself in a battle for a starting job opposite Lee Evans. Has red zone potential if the Bills ever get there.
81. Early Doucet, Arizona - Will likely take over the slot job this season and is a physical receiver in the Boldin mold.
82. James Jones, Green Bay - The third receiver in Green Bay has depth value in deeper leagues. Jones is the favorite for the role over Jordy Nelson. Plus, Donald Driver can't last forever can he?
83. Brian Hartline, Miami - Tough, physical Parcells-type receiver who does the little things and makes plays. Likely the Dolphins third receiver although he could push Davone Bess for time.
84. Roy Williams, Dallas - After the drafting on Dez Bryant, Roy Williams fades into a number three receiver role. Unless Dez Bryant flops, Williams is little more than a deep threat and not worth his draft slot.
85. Brian Robiskie, Cleveland - Robiskie was a huge disappointment as a rookie and thus slides behind Massaquoi on the fantasy radar. Robiskie has looked good in off-season workouts and is known as the more polished receiver and could make a big jump in his second season.
86. Harry Douglas, Atlanta - One of the best deep sleepers that no one is talking about. If he is recovered from his ACL injury look for him to be one of the league's better third receivers. Douglas is cat quick and an ideal fit for the slot.
87. Brandon Stokely, Denver - Someone has to catch the ball in Denver after the departure of Brandon Marshall and Stokely could have limited value until Demaryius Thomas and Eric Decker are ready.
88. Mike Williams, Tampa Bay - One of my favorite deep sleepers, Williams slid on draft day due to serious character concerns but as far a receiver talent goes he is a first round talent. Early word is he has outperformed Arrelious Benn and is a darkhorse to be the team's #1 wideout.
89. Derrick Williams, Detroit - Did little as a rookie but he is deep sleeper of one our analysts who likes his playmaking ability. Could surprise if he earns the slot job on a team likely to be playing a lot of catchup.
90. Donte Stallworth, Baltimore - Stallworth has never lived up to expectations but could provide value as a deep threat capable of a putting up a few big games.
Others receiving votes: Torry Holt, Brandon Gibson, Jason Avant, Earl Bennett, Eric Decker, Justin Gage, Jarrett Dillard, Greg Camarillo, Ted Ginn, Jordy Nelson, Andre Caldwell, Sammie Stroughter, Patrick Crayton, Deion Branch, Jerome Simpson
Note: NFLDraft101 rankings are based on: 1 point per 25 yards passing, 1 point for per 10 yards rushing/receiving, 6 points per TD (passing, rushing or receiving), 1 point per reception and -2 per interception or lost fumble.
Rankings were done by using the averaging of our staff's individual rankings and were based on a single season not a dynasty league.
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