Evans Has Chemistry With Edwards
July 31, 2008 at 8:17 am | Article by Paul Hickey |
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Bills 27 year old fifth year WR Lee Evans has had a solid pro career thus far, despite not having much stability at the QB position. He began his career catching balls from veteran Drew Bledsoe, and has had to adjust to catching passes from J.P. Losman and Trent Edwards over the past two seasons. However, it looks like Evans and the Bills have finally found their fit in 2008.
Our sources not only tell us that that Evans is ready for a huge season in 2008 after an inconsistent 2007 campaign, but that he has also developed phenomenal chemistry with Trent Edwards - who the franchise believes will be a top flight QB one day. By now you may have already heard the rumor that former NFL legend Bill Walsh called Marv Levy after he drafted Edwards in the third round of the 2007 draft and told him what a great pro signal caller he’d be one day. That endorsement from Walsh has gone a long way towards Edwards earning the respect of his teammates, which has in turn created a buzz around the Bills offense in 2008. Combine that with the development of star RB Marshawn Lynch, and new OC Turk Schonert stepping in, and there is reason for optimism regarding Buffalo’s offense in 2008. Evans and Edwards are apparently on the same page, and have each other’s timing down, which should translate into improved play on Sundays. Rookie James Hardy will step in and play a role opposite Evans eventually in 2008, and help take defensive attention off of the 5′10″, 197 speedster. We project Evans to be a solid seasonal value if taken in rounds 7-9 of PPR leagues.
Sky Is The Limit For Santonio Holmes - Our sources tell us that the sky is the limit for Pittsburgh Steelers’ third year WR Santonio Holmes. The 2006 first round draft pick has been surprisingly productive during his first two seasons in the NFL, racking up 824 receiving yards as a rookie and 942 receiving yards last season. His reception totals are relatively low, as he tends to make a lot of big plays, and touts a career 17.5 yards per catch average. Concern is that he has less value in points per reception leagues due to this, but we’re hearing that Holmes will be an integral part of Pittsburgh’s offense in 2008, despite the presence of Hines Ward, Limas Sweed, Willie Parker, Rashard Mendenhall and Heath Miller. Consider him a solid WR3 candidate with potential to perform like a WR1 some weeks. Based on potential, he’s worthy of a fifth or sixth round pick in seasonal leagues.
Marvin Is Back Full Speed - Great news continues to flow out of Indianapolis regarding veteran WR Marvin Harrison. Our sources have confirmed that Harrison is fully healthy and ready to go in 2008. While he may not play a whole lot in the preseason - if at all - he’s been practicing fully and barring a setback, he won’t miss any regular season snaps. This means Harrison is definitely worth a fifth round pick in seasonal PPR leagues, and should not slip past that round in drafts taking place in late August. He’s 36, so his dynasty value is limited, but given that he should have a solid year in 2008, we don’t recommend dynasty owners trade him unless they’re getting “proven” prospects in return.
RBBC In Chicago? - A perfect example of how a player’s fantasy outlook can change very quickly leading up to fantasy drafts, without him even doing anything, can been seen when analyzing Bears second round draft pick Matt Forte. Pegged to be a 300 carry guy, and the team’s starter less than a month ago, Forte know finds himself competing for reps with free agent acquisition Kevin Jones, and 30 year old veteran Adrian Peterson, who began camp as the team’s first team back. While we still really like Forte in dynasty drafts, his seasonal value is looking bleak. Our sources confirm that a split carry situation or flat out Running Back by committee will be implemented in Chicago this year.
Rookie RBs Impressing - Our sources continue to rave about Titans rookie RB Chris Johnson and Ravens rookie RB Ray Rice. Both players remind us of Maurice Jones-Drew and Reggie Bush entering 2006. Two guys who will have to share a workload, but have such unique skill sets and high potential, that they’re likely to succeed and be very valuable right off the bat. Titans head coach Jeff Fisher has already told the media that he anticipates being able to utilize a ton of new formations and plays on offense, lining Johnson up at WR, in addition to having him catch passes out of the flat. Rice has already drawn comparisons to Mojo Drew.
Rudi Looks Good So Far - Bengals RB Rudi Johnson, who turns 29 in November, has apparently battled back from multiple leg injuries that have been bothering him for the past three seasons, and is in the best shape of his career - according to our sources. Johnson has “leaned-up” and actually increased his burst, reinvigorating his want to play - similar to Jacksonville’s Fred Taylor entering 2006. This is great news for his fantasy owners, but the problem is that Chris Perry and Kenny Watson have also drawn similar reviews. 1,000 yards and 6-8 TDs can be expected from Johnson in 2008, however, we’re not high on him as a dynasty option.
Deion Branch Ready For Week 1? - Our sources have started to whisper that Seattle Seahawks WR Deion Branch may be ready for Week 1, despite a torn ACL in January that originally threatened to leave him on the regular season PUP list to start the year. You can bet we’ll monitor this, because if Branch does in fact come back early in the season, his chances at being a solid fantasy WR3 will be solid in Seattle’s pass-first offense.
What WR Will Dallas Add? - If you think that the Cowboys will add a WR to compete with Patrick Crayton, you’re right…Find out who they’re likely to sign by signing up for our USP now!
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