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Found this and wanted to share. We might not all agree with it, but it took some work and is a nice place to start one of our own here.
TOP 30 DYNASTY TEs:
Tier One
1. Jermichael Finley, Packers | Age: 23.6 – His emergence reflects the changing of the guard in TE Dynasty rankings . He’s a physical mismatch for linebackers and safeties, drawing comparisons to a young Tony Gonzalez. An incredible athlete, he was flat-out uncoverable at times late in the season. He also has the advantage of playing with the brightest young quarterback in the league.
2. Vernon Davis, 49ers | Age: 26.8 – Finally making good on his freakish talent, Davis was a playmaking monster all over the field.
3. Dallas Clark, Colts | Age: 31.3 – Clark's 100 receptions were the second-most in history for a tight end, behind only Tony Gonzalez’'s 102 in 2004. Having the confidence of Peyton Manning surely helps his cause.
4. Antonio Gates, Chargers | Age: 30.3 – After an injured-filled disappointing 2008, Gates returned to the elite player he was from 2004 through 2007. Though 2009 wasn't his best fantasy season due to a mediocre touchdown total, it was Gates' best NFL season.
5. Jason Witten, Cowboys | Age: 28.4 – You could make the argument that Witten is due for a healthy bounce-back in touchdowns next season, but he's had four TDs or less in three of the past four seasons. But he's still a lock for 85 catches and 900+ yards.
Tier Two
6. Brent Celek, Eagles | Age: 25.8 – Celek is improving as a blocker, and his speed and after-the-catch ability that sets him apart. He will remains a top option in the Philly passing game for years to come.
7. Kellen Winslow, Buccaneers | Age: 27.2 – Josh Freeman was surprisingly good for Winslow's value. He is now the focal point of the Bucs passing offense, though that could change if the Bucs can get a true No. 1 receiver.
8. Owen Daniels, Texans | Age: 27.10 – Daniels was basically used as the Texans' No. 2 receiver before he suffered the third ACL injury of his career. The injury ruins his chances of signing a monster contract, but he'll return to Gary Kubiak’s offense in 2010.
9. Tony Gonzalez, Falcons | Age: 34.7 – He’s proof that elite tight ends can maintain their skills a long time, but the all-time best NFL tight end of is another year closer to the end.
10. Dustin Keller, Jets | Age: 26.0 – Keller's playoff run illustrated solid hands, good route running, red-zone presence, and impressive after-the-catch ability. Although he can't run block on a team that prides itself on a "ground and pound" attack, his blocking can only get better, and so will his rookie QB.
Tier Three
11. Zack Miller, Raiders | Age: 24.9 – He’s a Top-5 if the Raiders give up on Russell and get a legit NFL passer. There is buy low potential.
12. Chris Cooley, Redskins | Age: 28.2 – A trade chip for Mike Shanahan? Fred Davis played well down the stretch, and the new regime might welcome more draft picks.
13. Greg Olsen, Bears | Age: 25.6 – The talent is there but he just didn't make the leap in 2009. Olsen would be screwed if Mike Martz lands the Bears offensive coordinator job.
14. Tony Scheffler, Broncos | Age: 27.7 - Still among the most effective pass-catching tight ends in the league, Scheffler was under-utilized in Josh McDaniels' offense. But don not sleep on the talented tight end coming out of a bad situation. Scheffler is expected to be dealt this offseason, and all he needs is the right situation to regain fantasy relevance.
15. Jared Cook, Titans | Age: 23.5 – The young freakishly talented receiver/tight end should see a dramatic increase in playing time in 2010.
16. Gary Barnidge, Panthers | Age: 25.0 - Barnidge has soft hands and 4.6 speed. He’s the second best receiving option on the team. Look for his role to increase in 2010.
17. Evan Moore, Browns | Age: 25.8 – A former basketball player and wide receiver at Stanford, Moore flashed soft hands and impressive athleticism down the stretch.
18. Heath Miller, Steelers | Age: 27.11 – Was 2009 the start of a trend or simply a career year?
19. John Carlson, Seahawks | Age: 26.4 – You can’t catch many passed if you ar almost always required to stay in to block. Lack of opportunity killed his 2009 fantasy value.
20. Brandon Pettigrew, Lions | Age: 25.7 – Just when he was starting to show promise, he tore his ACL. He could begin the 2010 season on the PUP list.
Tier Four
21. Zach Miller, Jaguars | Age: 25.11 – Miller is a former quarterback who flashed impressive speed and solid hands with a solid 15-catch December.
22. Fred Davis, Redskins | Age: 24.8 – Not on Cooley's level yet as an all-around player, but he's proven to be a more effective red-zone weapon. His fantasy value is entirely dependant on a Cooley trade.
23. Kevin Boss, Giants | Age: 26.8 – Boss most likely had a career season in 2010.
24. Visanthe Shiancoe, Vikings | Age: 30.3 - Shiancoe's value is highly dependent on the return of Brett Favre. Shiancoe is not much of an asset outside the red zone.
Tier Five
25. Martellus Bennett, Cowboys | Age: 23.6 – The ultra-talented second TE took a step back in 2009, even losing snaps to John Philips down the stretch in a penalty-filled season
26. David Thomas, Saints | Age: 27.2 – Thomas filled in beautifully down the stretch, but his fantasy value revolves around Shockey's health.
27. Ben Watson, Patriots | Age: 29.9 – Patriots are fully expected to let him walk. He's in dire need of a fresh start elsewhere.
28. Jeremy Shockey, Saints | Age: 30.1 – Constantly battling through nagging injuries, Shockey is a poor fantasy option. Wait for him to open the season strong, and then deal him before the injuries start to kick in.
29. Todd Heap, Ravens | Age: 30.6 – See Shockey's comments.
30. Shawn Nelson, Bills | Age: 24.11 – Nelson deserves a mulligan in the Bills' enemic offense.
TOP 80 DYNASTY WRs:
Tier One
1. Andre Johnson, Texans | Age: 29.2 – Everything you want in a Dynasty receiver except double digit touchdowns. Physically dominating opposing corners, Johnson gets open down field even against double coverage.
2. Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals | Age: 27.0 – A lock for double digit touchdowns and 95+ receptions every season. Although a Warner retirement would hurt Fitz's value, but perhaps not as much as one would think. Fitz averaged 82.4 yards and 5.7 receptions in the seven games he and Matt Leinart played together during Leinart's rookie season. He's averaged 84.2 yards and 6.3 receptions in the games Warner has started the past five seasons. As long as he can get into the end zone at least 10 times per season, Fitzgerald will remain a fantasy stud.
3. DeSean Jackson, Eagles | Age: 23.9 - The best open-field wide receiver in the NFL? Giving Chris Johnson a run for his money as the most electrifying player in the league, Jackson has to be considered a top-tier Dynasty receiver due to his unique talent. The bottom line is he's always open and corners can't handle his speed.
4. Miles Austin, Cowboys | Age: 26.2 – With a career rate of one touchdown for every seven times he catches the ball, Austin rivals DeSean Jackson as the best after-the-catch receiver in the NFL. Only Andre Johnson scored more points once Austin hit the starting lineup, and Tony Romo’'s No. 1 receiver has potential to be a double-digit TD scorer for the next five-to-six seasons.
5. Calvin Johnson, Lions | Age: 25.0 – Calvin not only had to content with TRIPLE coverage, but his bout with a knee injury and the crippling performances of Drew Stanton and Duante Culpepper deflated his value in 2009. Calvin should be the number one dynasty target of the off season. Savvy fantasy owners will throw out an offer ASAP.
6. Vincent Jackson, Chargers | Age: 27.8 - The leap has been made. Already unstoppable on deep balls and in the red-zone heading into the season, V-Jax flashed signs that he can take over as a possession receiver as well. He's simply too big and too fast for even the best cover corners to contain.
7. Reggie Wayne, Colts | Age: 31.10 – Except for his age, he’d be ranked much higher. He has finished in the Top-6 in fantasy points in three of the past four seasons. With Manning as his QB, his productivity should continue for three years or perhaps more.
8. Roddy White, Falcons | Age: 28.10 – He is the first player in franchise history to record 80 catches and 1,100 yards in three consecutive seasons, White was a Top-7 fantasy receiver for the second straight year and Top-15 for the third straight. White has emerged as one of the best route runners in the NFL, and he's terrific after the catch.
Tier Two
9. Sidney Rice, Vikings | Age: 24.0 – Ranked with the who's who of elite receivers in fantasy points throughout 2009. Rice unquestionably has the talent to merit a higher ranking, but future quarterback uncertainties keep him out of the top tier.
10. Greg Jennings, Packers | Age: 27.0 – There's no question that his early-season woes were affected by the O-Line woes, forcing Aaron Rodgers to get rid of the ball before Jennings could streak down field. Jennings may not be quite as talented as some receivers listed lower, but Rodgers provides great value stability. He is another “buy low“.
11. Michael Crabtree, 49ers | Age: 23.0 - Part of San Fran's suddenly promising young offensive nucleus, Crabtree has already shown the total package as a No. 1 receiver.
12. Marques Colston, Saints | Age: 27.3 – Colston has an obscene catch radius, and Brees trusts him implicitly to come down with the ball in heavy traffic. But Meacham‘s second-half emergence led to a decrease in Colston's production. He caught more than five passes just twice in the second half of the season with Brees spreading the wealth.
13. Randy Moss, Patriots | Age: 33.7 – Pushing 34, he doesn't appear to be the dominant talent he once was. Moss can still take over a game, but he just disappears too often to maintain elite value as he ages.
14. Santonio Holmes, Steelers | Age: 26.6 - Would you believe he finished just 16 yards away from tying Reggie Wayne and Randy Moss in receiving yards? As Hines Ward begins to decline, Holmes' touchdown totals should rise.
15. Steve Smith, Giants | Age: 25.4 - Made the leap to true No. 1 receiver for the Giants in 2009, but Hakeem Nicks offers equal upside.
16. Hakeem Nicks, Giants | Age: 22.8 – Nicks had an inconsistent rookie campaign, but the important thing is that his size and homerun hitting ability make him a threat for double digit touchdowns as soon as next season. Already he succeeded in pushing Mario Manningham out of the starting line-up.
17. Percy Harvin, Vikings | Age: 22.3 - He is ranked this low only out of comcern with his debilitating migraine episodes. Harvin displayed better than expected strength and toughness to go with his impressive after-the-catch ability. Before the migraines, he was on pace for 64 receptions, 1,059 yards from scrimmage, and 11 total touchdowns.
18. Brandon Marshall, Broncos | Age: 26.6 - His talent and productivity is unquestioned.
If you're fine with the ongoing soap opera as your No. 1 receiver, feel free to move him up your personal rankings.
Tier Three
19. Steve Smith, Panthers | Age: 31.4 - If you throw out games started by Chris Weinke, 44-year-old Vinny Testaverde, and Delhomme’s 2009 implosion, Smiff has produced at the same rate since his career year in 2005. Matt Moore’s late-season progress bodes well.
20. Dwayne Bowe, Chiefs | Age: 26.0 - His work ethic was questioned throughout the Herman Edwards era, he spent the offseason in Todd Haley's doghouse, and then he was dealt a four-game suspension. There's at least a hint of knucklehead potential here.
21. Mike Sims-Walker, Jaguars | Age: 25.10 - After his mid-season hot streak, he finished as just the No. 67 fantasy receiver over the final five weeks. And whether MSW owners like it or not, the checkered injury history adversely affects his Dynasty value.
22. Robert Meachem, Saints | Age: 26.0 – Meachem has the pedigree, size, talent, and nose for the end zone to eventually emerge as a Top-15 Dynasty option. He has earned the starting job opposite Colston going forward, and he was as a Top-20 fantasy receiver over the second half of the season.
23. Mike Wallace, Steelers | Age: 24.1 – Wallace proved that he's more than just a speedster, hauling in clutch catches throughout the season. Already a borderline WR3, Wallace will see a value spike as Hines Ward’s completes hs decline.
24. Kenny Britt, Titans | Age: 22.0 - Undeniably the Titans' best receiver, Britt is a prototype No. 1 emerging as a deep threat as well as a go-to clutch option. He's already a fine WR3, and he could graduate to consensus Top-20 by next season.
25. Jeremy Maclin, Eagles | Age: 22.4 - We knew he could get deep, but he also made tough catches over the middle and against the sidelines.
26. Chad OchoCinco, Bengals | Age: 32.8 – Ocho had a fine comeback season, but he's hitting the downslope just as his quarterback loses his magic touch. Can "85" be counted on as a WR2 if Carson Palmer is still battling injuries or mechanical issues next season?
Tier Four
27. Anquan Boldin, Cardinals | Age: 29.11 – Never count on him to play a full 16-game season. It's tough to tell if he can't stay healthy enough to play at 100%. And after Early Doucet’s postseason performance, Arizona will likely part ways with Boldin. His next address will go a long way to determine Dynansty value.
28. Wes Welker, Patriots | Age: 29.4 – Welker is a tricky to player to rank after tearing his ACL and MCL. He's not likely to be back to full health until the middle of next season, and we're left to wonder how the reconstructive surgery will limit his main strengths of cutting, shiftiness, and elusiveness in the long-term.
29. Austin Collie, Colts | Age: 24.10 – The first-team all-rookie receiver earned Peyton Manning’s confidence from the start by being in the right place and catching everything thrown his way. Already a complete receiver with a dynamite work ethic.
30. Lee Evans, Bills | Age: 29.6 - Held hostage once again in Buffalo, this time by the offensive line as well as the rotten QB play. I'd buy low if I had any confidence in the Bills dramatically upgrading their trouble spots.
31. Steve Breaston, Cardinals | Age: 27.1 – Who benefits more from an Boldin trade: Breaston or Doucet?
32. Julius Edelman, Patriots | Age: 24.4 – If Wes Welker is tricky to rank, then Edelman is too. He gave a monstrous effort in the Pats' playoff loss, showing that he belongs at this level. He obviously fits best in the slot, but the Patriots need more of a down-field threat to complement Welker and Randy Moss. Since Welker won't be close to 100 percent next season, Edelman should have another window of opportunity to carve out a primary role.
33. Eddie Royal, Broncos | Age: 24.4 – Royal has plenty of talent, but he was nothing more than a skilled decoy in Josh McDaniels' offense. Will that change next season?
34. Pierre Garcon, Colts | Age: 24.1 - Garcon is making Anthony Gonzalez look like an afterthought. President Bill Polian, who hyped Garcon all offseason, has already called him "a run-after-the-catch threat that we've never had here."
35. Early Doucet, Cardinals | Age: 24.9 – This is the offseason the Cardinals will actually put a legitimate effort into an Anquan Boldin deal. Doucet's postseason performance showed a player who could step right into Boldin's role in the offense.
Tier Five
36. Braylon Edwards, Jets | Age: 27.7 - The Jets aren't expected to rush into a long-term deal with Edwards this offseason, which is no surprise considering he still isn't consistent catching the ball. Regardless, until the Jets get confidence in Sanchez’ arm and decision-making, their conservative run-oriented will limit his upside.
37. Santana Moss, Redskins | Age: 31.3 – He makes the perfect trade throw-in as a bounce-back candidate in Mike Shanahan’s offense.
38. Devin Hester, Bears | Age: 27.10 - Alternately ineffective and injured over the second half of the season, Hester was a potential No. 1 receiver in the season's first two months.
39. Jerricco Cotchery, Jets | Age: 28.3 – Cotchery is too pedestrian to be considered more than a low-end WR2, and the trade for Braylon Edwards was an indictment of Cotchery as a No. 1 receiver from the Jets point of view.
40. Anthony Gonzalez, Colts | Age: 26.0 – Like most Colts players, he derives more value from situation than talent. Now that Collie and Garcon have emerged, Gonzalez's situation has changed dramatically.
41. Jacoby Jones, Texans | Age: 26.2 - Jones makes at least one eye-opening play every week, and opposing teams couldn't keep him out of the end zone even in limited touches. Now more of a receiver as well as a returner, he’s ready to take over Kevin Walter‘s jpb.
42. Devin Thomas, Redskins | Age: 23.8 - Did the light finally flip on? Thomas exploded for 7-100-2 against the Saints as Sherm Lewis called his number late in the season.
43. James Jones, Packers | Age: 26.6 – Reminiscent of Anquan boldin in body type, strength, and after-the-catch ability, Jones is the best bet to succeed Donald Driver.
44. Bernard Berrian, Vikings | Age: 29.9 - Outperformed by Sidney Rice and Percy Harvin in a season lost to hamstring woes, there's at least a ray of hope for Berrian.
45. Joshua Cribbs, Cleveland Age - Nominally a WR, Cleveland’s most dangerous offensive threat is a man without a real position. He would rank much higher in leagues that count return yardage. Here’s hoping that the new Brown’s “brain trust” finds a way to get him 10 to 15 touches per game in addition to returns.
46. Laurent Robinson, Rams | Age: 25.4 - The Rams scouts know how to spot a talented receiver. Robinson is the real deal with ideal size and speed -- and a better all-around receiver than Avery. Like Avery, he has a hard time staying healthy.
Tier Six
47. Antonio Bryant, Buccaneers | Age: 29.6 – An unrestricted free agent this offseason, Bryant can put up good numbers in any given year but he's a poor bet for sustained value.
48. Roy Williams, Cowboys | Age: 28.9 - Just flat-out useless if Tony Romo isn't throwing him a bone in the red zone. Williams has already lost the No. 1 receiver job to Miles Austin, and it won't be long before he loses the other starting job as well.
49. Malcolm Floyd, Chargers | Age: 29.0 – A restricted free agent this offseason, the Bolts are unlikely to let their new No. 2 receiver get away. He remains behind V Jax and Gates, which puts a ceiling on his value.
50. Devin Aromashodu, Bears | Age: 26.4 - Nowhere close to Miles Austin’s talent level, but Jay Cutler likes throwing to him – which counts for quite a bit in Chicago. Let's see what the Bears do this offseason before going crazy over his value.
51. Johnny Knox, Bears | Age: 23.10 - Knox may have a brighter future than Devin Hester. There aren't many faster receivers in the league.
52. Jabar Gaffney, Broncos | Age: 29.9 – His value is wholly dependant on the Broncos' offseason moves.
53. Donny Avery, Rams | Age: 26.3 The smallish Avery simply can't stand up to the pounding. If he does manage to stay injury-free, Avery could join S Jax,, Laurent Robinson, Brandon Gibson, and Danny Amendola as an interesting offensive nucleus. Now about that quarterback situation?
54. Mohamed Massaquoi, Browns | Age: 23.10 – The second-rounder proved he could get open and make plays, but he's in desperate need of an accurate, strong-armed quarterback.
55. Davone Bess, Dolphins | Age: 25.0 – Not mucjh value in standard leagues because of his role in Miami‘s offense, but Bess has plenty of value in PPR leagues.
56. Mike Thomas, Jaguars | Age: 23.3 –Tory Holt’s 's decline will open a starting job in 2010, but do the Jags prefer to keep Thomas in the slot?
57. Mario Manningham, Giants | Age: 24.4 – Showed playmaking ability but lost his starting job to Hakeem Nicks late in the season.
58. Nate Burleson, Seahawks | Age: 29.1 – Is he a legit No. 1 receiver? Receivers with Burleson's questionable history of production can't afford to fade down the stretch.
59. Devery Henderson, Saints | Age: 28.6 – Boom-or-bust receivers make for a losing fantasy team over the course of the season.
60. Brandon Gibson, Rams | Age: 23.1 – Laurent Robinson may be the better talent and is likely to take his starting job back in 2010, but Gibson will contribute..
61. Chas Shilens, Raiders | Age: 24.10 – Another player to target in offseasons, Schilens is coming off a season lost to a foot fracture and poor quarterback play. Shilens has the talent - in Weeks 15 and 16 of the past two seasons combined, Schilens has racked up 18 catches for 261 yards and two TDs.
62. Greg Camarillo, Dolphins - Age 27.6 - Camarillo began the season coming off ACL surgery and struggled at the outset. The Dolphins’ rotation among all four of wideouts doen’t leave much room for fantasy production from anyone.
63. Josh Morgan, 49ers | Age: 25.3 - I'm still bullish on Morgan as player, but his fantasy value is limited behind Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree.
64. Ted Ginn, Dolphins | Age: 25.5 – The Miami coaches keep sticking up for him, but they also seem to understand that he's best used as a situational deep threat. Look for the Dolphins to pursue a true No. 1 receiver this offseason.
Tier Seven
65. Deon Butler, Seahawks | Age: 24.8 – Butler has serious speed, and he should move ahead to take Branch’s job in 2010.
66. Jordy Nelson, Packers | Age: 25.4 – Nelson has flashed talent in the fourth receiver role in his first two seasons, but his value is capped by the presence of James Jones.
67. Andre “Bubba” Caldwell, Bengals | Age: 25.5 – Opportunity knocked in 2009, and Caldwell told it to away. His inability to make plays late in the season was telling.
68. Sammie Stroughter, Buccaneers - Age 24.5 - Stroughter ended his season on injured reserve with a broken foot. He's likely to be Tampa's long-term answer at slot receiver.
69. Danny Amendola, Rams, Age 24.7 - Amendola has set a Rams record with 1,643 total return yards. He also will have a chance to be the team's slot receiver in 2010.
70. Earl Bennett, Bears | Age: 23.6 – Average talent who works best in the slot and needs GPS to find the end zone.
71. Kevin Ogletree, Cowboys | Age: 23.1 – Could be starting alongside Miles Austin by 2011. For now, Roy Williams is standing in the way of his progress.
72. Brandon Tate, Patriots | Age: 22.11 - An explosive talent who should be fully recovered from his ACL injury this summer.
73. Jarrett Dillard, Jaguars | Age: 24.9 – Was just beginning to give Mike Thomas a run for his money as the No. 3 receiver before suffering a broken ankle.
Special Situations - Short Term Rental Value
74. Hines Ward, Steelers | Age: 34.6 – It's hard to ignore his production. At age 34, Ward still finished #16 among fantasy receivers despite the late-season hamstring woes.
75. Donald Driver, Packers | Age: 35.7 – Keeps himself in great shape, but he’s now the #3 option behind Jennings and Jermichael Finley.
76. Terrell Owens, Bills | Age: 36.8 – Clearly declining, but there's a possibility of a bounce-back fantasy season if he lands in the right situation with a good quarterback.
77. Chris Chambers, Chiefs | Age: 32.1 – Unrestricted free agent took advantage of Bowe's absence late in the season. Will he be back in K.C.?
78. Laveranues Coles, Bengals | Age: 32.7 – Can't be expected to better his mediocre 2009 numbers as he ages.
79. T J Houshmandzadeh, Seahawks | Age: 33.0 – Aging, overpaid possession receivers with no after-the-catch ability have to produce in the present to maintain value. Housh managed just two games over 80 yards all season.
80. Derrick Mason, Ravens | Age: 36.8 – Fantasy's No. 20 receiver in 2009, Mason says he will make a decision on his playing future "quickly and definitively." He would be ranked near the top of the “rentals”, but it is quite likely that he will retire.
TOP 30 DYNASTY TEs:
Tier One
1. Jermichael Finley, Packers | Age: 23.6 – His emergence reflects the changing of the guard in TE Dynasty rankings . He’s a physical mismatch for linebackers and safeties, drawing comparisons to a young Tony Gonzalez. An incredible athlete, he was flat-out uncoverable at times late in the season. He also has the advantage of playing with the brightest young quarterback in the league.
2. Vernon Davis, 49ers | Age: 26.8 – Finally making good on his freakish talent, Davis was a playmaking monster all over the field.
3. Dallas Clark, Colts | Age: 31.3 – Clark's 100 receptions were the second-most in history for a tight end, behind only Tony Gonzalez’'s 102 in 2004. Having the confidence of Peyton Manning surely helps his cause.
4. Antonio Gates, Chargers | Age: 30.3 – After an injured-filled disappointing 2008, Gates returned to the elite player he was from 2004 through 2007. Though 2009 wasn't his best fantasy season due to a mediocre touchdown total, it was Gates' best NFL season.
5. Jason Witten, Cowboys | Age: 28.4 – You could make the argument that Witten is due for a healthy bounce-back in touchdowns next season, but he's had four TDs or less in three of the past four seasons. But he's still a lock for 85 catches and 900+ yards.
Tier Two
6. Brent Celek, Eagles | Age: 25.8 – Celek is improving as a blocker, and his speed and after-the-catch ability that sets him apart. He will remains a top option in the Philly passing game for years to come.
7. Kellen Winslow, Buccaneers | Age: 27.2 – Josh Freeman was surprisingly good for Winslow's value. He is now the focal point of the Bucs passing offense, though that could change if the Bucs can get a true No. 1 receiver.
8. Owen Daniels, Texans | Age: 27.10 – Daniels was basically used as the Texans' No. 2 receiver before he suffered the third ACL injury of his career. The injury ruins his chances of signing a monster contract, but he'll return to Gary Kubiak’s offense in 2010.
9. Tony Gonzalez, Falcons | Age: 34.7 – He’s proof that elite tight ends can maintain their skills a long time, but the all-time best NFL tight end of is another year closer to the end.
10. Dustin Keller, Jets | Age: 26.0 – Keller's playoff run illustrated solid hands, good route running, red-zone presence, and impressive after-the-catch ability. Although he can't run block on a team that prides itself on a "ground and pound" attack, his blocking can only get better, and so will his rookie QB.
Tier Three
11. Zack Miller, Raiders | Age: 24.9 – He’s a Top-5 if the Raiders give up on Russell and get a legit NFL passer. There is buy low potential.
12. Chris Cooley, Redskins | Age: 28.2 – A trade chip for Mike Shanahan? Fred Davis played well down the stretch, and the new regime might welcome more draft picks.
13. Greg Olsen, Bears | Age: 25.6 – The talent is there but he just didn't make the leap in 2009. Olsen would be screwed if Mike Martz lands the Bears offensive coordinator job.
14. Tony Scheffler, Broncos | Age: 27.7 - Still among the most effective pass-catching tight ends in the league, Scheffler was under-utilized in Josh McDaniels' offense. But don not sleep on the talented tight end coming out of a bad situation. Scheffler is expected to be dealt this offseason, and all he needs is the right situation to regain fantasy relevance.
15. Jared Cook, Titans | Age: 23.5 – The young freakishly talented receiver/tight end should see a dramatic increase in playing time in 2010.
16. Gary Barnidge, Panthers | Age: 25.0 - Barnidge has soft hands and 4.6 speed. He’s the second best receiving option on the team. Look for his role to increase in 2010.
17. Evan Moore, Browns | Age: 25.8 – A former basketball player and wide receiver at Stanford, Moore flashed soft hands and impressive athleticism down the stretch.
18. Heath Miller, Steelers | Age: 27.11 – Was 2009 the start of a trend or simply a career year?
19. John Carlson, Seahawks | Age: 26.4 – You can’t catch many passed if you ar almost always required to stay in to block. Lack of opportunity killed his 2009 fantasy value.
20. Brandon Pettigrew, Lions | Age: 25.7 – Just when he was starting to show promise, he tore his ACL. He could begin the 2010 season on the PUP list.
Tier Four
21. Zach Miller, Jaguars | Age: 25.11 – Miller is a former quarterback who flashed impressive speed and solid hands with a solid 15-catch December.
22. Fred Davis, Redskins | Age: 24.8 – Not on Cooley's level yet as an all-around player, but he's proven to be a more effective red-zone weapon. His fantasy value is entirely dependant on a Cooley trade.
23. Kevin Boss, Giants | Age: 26.8 – Boss most likely had a career season in 2010.
24. Visanthe Shiancoe, Vikings | Age: 30.3 - Shiancoe's value is highly dependent on the return of Brett Favre. Shiancoe is not much of an asset outside the red zone.
Tier Five
25. Martellus Bennett, Cowboys | Age: 23.6 – The ultra-talented second TE took a step back in 2009, even losing snaps to John Philips down the stretch in a penalty-filled season
26. David Thomas, Saints | Age: 27.2 – Thomas filled in beautifully down the stretch, but his fantasy value revolves around Shockey's health.
27. Ben Watson, Patriots | Age: 29.9 – Patriots are fully expected to let him walk. He's in dire need of a fresh start elsewhere.
28. Jeremy Shockey, Saints | Age: 30.1 – Constantly battling through nagging injuries, Shockey is a poor fantasy option. Wait for him to open the season strong, and then deal him before the injuries start to kick in.
29. Todd Heap, Ravens | Age: 30.6 – See Shockey's comments.
30. Shawn Nelson, Bills | Age: 24.11 – Nelson deserves a mulligan in the Bills' enemic offense.
TOP 80 DYNASTY WRs:
Tier One
1. Andre Johnson, Texans | Age: 29.2 – Everything you want in a Dynasty receiver except double digit touchdowns. Physically dominating opposing corners, Johnson gets open down field even against double coverage.
2. Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals | Age: 27.0 – A lock for double digit touchdowns and 95+ receptions every season. Although a Warner retirement would hurt Fitz's value, but perhaps not as much as one would think. Fitz averaged 82.4 yards and 5.7 receptions in the seven games he and Matt Leinart played together during Leinart's rookie season. He's averaged 84.2 yards and 6.3 receptions in the games Warner has started the past five seasons. As long as he can get into the end zone at least 10 times per season, Fitzgerald will remain a fantasy stud.
3. DeSean Jackson, Eagles | Age: 23.9 - The best open-field wide receiver in the NFL? Giving Chris Johnson a run for his money as the most electrifying player in the league, Jackson has to be considered a top-tier Dynasty receiver due to his unique talent. The bottom line is he's always open and corners can't handle his speed.
4. Miles Austin, Cowboys | Age: 26.2 – With a career rate of one touchdown for every seven times he catches the ball, Austin rivals DeSean Jackson as the best after-the-catch receiver in the NFL. Only Andre Johnson scored more points once Austin hit the starting lineup, and Tony Romo’'s No. 1 receiver has potential to be a double-digit TD scorer for the next five-to-six seasons.
5. Calvin Johnson, Lions | Age: 25.0 – Calvin not only had to content with TRIPLE coverage, but his bout with a knee injury and the crippling performances of Drew Stanton and Duante Culpepper deflated his value in 2009. Calvin should be the number one dynasty target of the off season. Savvy fantasy owners will throw out an offer ASAP.
6. Vincent Jackson, Chargers | Age: 27.8 - The leap has been made. Already unstoppable on deep balls and in the red-zone heading into the season, V-Jax flashed signs that he can take over as a possession receiver as well. He's simply too big and too fast for even the best cover corners to contain.
7. Reggie Wayne, Colts | Age: 31.10 – Except for his age, he’d be ranked much higher. He has finished in the Top-6 in fantasy points in three of the past four seasons. With Manning as his QB, his productivity should continue for three years or perhaps more.
8. Roddy White, Falcons | Age: 28.10 – He is the first player in franchise history to record 80 catches and 1,100 yards in three consecutive seasons, White was a Top-7 fantasy receiver for the second straight year and Top-15 for the third straight. White has emerged as one of the best route runners in the NFL, and he's terrific after the catch.
Tier Two
9. Sidney Rice, Vikings | Age: 24.0 – Ranked with the who's who of elite receivers in fantasy points throughout 2009. Rice unquestionably has the talent to merit a higher ranking, but future quarterback uncertainties keep him out of the top tier.
10. Greg Jennings, Packers | Age: 27.0 – There's no question that his early-season woes were affected by the O-Line woes, forcing Aaron Rodgers to get rid of the ball before Jennings could streak down field. Jennings may not be quite as talented as some receivers listed lower, but Rodgers provides great value stability. He is another “buy low“.
11. Michael Crabtree, 49ers | Age: 23.0 - Part of San Fran's suddenly promising young offensive nucleus, Crabtree has already shown the total package as a No. 1 receiver.
12. Marques Colston, Saints | Age: 27.3 – Colston has an obscene catch radius, and Brees trusts him implicitly to come down with the ball in heavy traffic. But Meacham‘s second-half emergence led to a decrease in Colston's production. He caught more than five passes just twice in the second half of the season with Brees spreading the wealth.
13. Randy Moss, Patriots | Age: 33.7 – Pushing 34, he doesn't appear to be the dominant talent he once was. Moss can still take over a game, but he just disappears too often to maintain elite value as he ages.
14. Santonio Holmes, Steelers | Age: 26.6 - Would you believe he finished just 16 yards away from tying Reggie Wayne and Randy Moss in receiving yards? As Hines Ward begins to decline, Holmes' touchdown totals should rise.
15. Steve Smith, Giants | Age: 25.4 - Made the leap to true No. 1 receiver for the Giants in 2009, but Hakeem Nicks offers equal upside.
16. Hakeem Nicks, Giants | Age: 22.8 – Nicks had an inconsistent rookie campaign, but the important thing is that his size and homerun hitting ability make him a threat for double digit touchdowns as soon as next season. Already he succeeded in pushing Mario Manningham out of the starting line-up.
17. Percy Harvin, Vikings | Age: 22.3 - He is ranked this low only out of comcern with his debilitating migraine episodes. Harvin displayed better than expected strength and toughness to go with his impressive after-the-catch ability. Before the migraines, he was on pace for 64 receptions, 1,059 yards from scrimmage, and 11 total touchdowns.
18. Brandon Marshall, Broncos | Age: 26.6 - His talent and productivity is unquestioned.
If you're fine with the ongoing soap opera as your No. 1 receiver, feel free to move him up your personal rankings.
Tier Three
19. Steve Smith, Panthers | Age: 31.4 - If you throw out games started by Chris Weinke, 44-year-old Vinny Testaverde, and Delhomme’s 2009 implosion, Smiff has produced at the same rate since his career year in 2005. Matt Moore’s late-season progress bodes well.
20. Dwayne Bowe, Chiefs | Age: 26.0 - His work ethic was questioned throughout the Herman Edwards era, he spent the offseason in Todd Haley's doghouse, and then he was dealt a four-game suspension. There's at least a hint of knucklehead potential here.
21. Mike Sims-Walker, Jaguars | Age: 25.10 - After his mid-season hot streak, he finished as just the No. 67 fantasy receiver over the final five weeks. And whether MSW owners like it or not, the checkered injury history adversely affects his Dynasty value.
22. Robert Meachem, Saints | Age: 26.0 – Meachem has the pedigree, size, talent, and nose for the end zone to eventually emerge as a Top-15 Dynasty option. He has earned the starting job opposite Colston going forward, and he was as a Top-20 fantasy receiver over the second half of the season.
23. Mike Wallace, Steelers | Age: 24.1 – Wallace proved that he's more than just a speedster, hauling in clutch catches throughout the season. Already a borderline WR3, Wallace will see a value spike as Hines Ward’s completes hs decline.
24. Kenny Britt, Titans | Age: 22.0 - Undeniably the Titans' best receiver, Britt is a prototype No. 1 emerging as a deep threat as well as a go-to clutch option. He's already a fine WR3, and he could graduate to consensus Top-20 by next season.
25. Jeremy Maclin, Eagles | Age: 22.4 - We knew he could get deep, but he also made tough catches over the middle and against the sidelines.
26. Chad OchoCinco, Bengals | Age: 32.8 – Ocho had a fine comeback season, but he's hitting the downslope just as his quarterback loses his magic touch. Can "85" be counted on as a WR2 if Carson Palmer is still battling injuries or mechanical issues next season?
Tier Four
27. Anquan Boldin, Cardinals | Age: 29.11 – Never count on him to play a full 16-game season. It's tough to tell if he can't stay healthy enough to play at 100%. And after Early Doucet’s postseason performance, Arizona will likely part ways with Boldin. His next address will go a long way to determine Dynansty value.
28. Wes Welker, Patriots | Age: 29.4 – Welker is a tricky to player to rank after tearing his ACL and MCL. He's not likely to be back to full health until the middle of next season, and we're left to wonder how the reconstructive surgery will limit his main strengths of cutting, shiftiness, and elusiveness in the long-term.
29. Austin Collie, Colts | Age: 24.10 – The first-team all-rookie receiver earned Peyton Manning’s confidence from the start by being in the right place and catching everything thrown his way. Already a complete receiver with a dynamite work ethic.
30. Lee Evans, Bills | Age: 29.6 - Held hostage once again in Buffalo, this time by the offensive line as well as the rotten QB play. I'd buy low if I had any confidence in the Bills dramatically upgrading their trouble spots.
31. Steve Breaston, Cardinals | Age: 27.1 – Who benefits more from an Boldin trade: Breaston or Doucet?
32. Julius Edelman, Patriots | Age: 24.4 – If Wes Welker is tricky to rank, then Edelman is too. He gave a monstrous effort in the Pats' playoff loss, showing that he belongs at this level. He obviously fits best in the slot, but the Patriots need more of a down-field threat to complement Welker and Randy Moss. Since Welker won't be close to 100 percent next season, Edelman should have another window of opportunity to carve out a primary role.
33. Eddie Royal, Broncos | Age: 24.4 – Royal has plenty of talent, but he was nothing more than a skilled decoy in Josh McDaniels' offense. Will that change next season?
34. Pierre Garcon, Colts | Age: 24.1 - Garcon is making Anthony Gonzalez look like an afterthought. President Bill Polian, who hyped Garcon all offseason, has already called him "a run-after-the-catch threat that we've never had here."
35. Early Doucet, Cardinals | Age: 24.9 – This is the offseason the Cardinals will actually put a legitimate effort into an Anquan Boldin deal. Doucet's postseason performance showed a player who could step right into Boldin's role in the offense.
Tier Five
36. Braylon Edwards, Jets | Age: 27.7 - The Jets aren't expected to rush into a long-term deal with Edwards this offseason, which is no surprise considering he still isn't consistent catching the ball. Regardless, until the Jets get confidence in Sanchez’ arm and decision-making, their conservative run-oriented will limit his upside.
37. Santana Moss, Redskins | Age: 31.3 – He makes the perfect trade throw-in as a bounce-back candidate in Mike Shanahan’s offense.
38. Devin Hester, Bears | Age: 27.10 - Alternately ineffective and injured over the second half of the season, Hester was a potential No. 1 receiver in the season's first two months.
39. Jerricco Cotchery, Jets | Age: 28.3 – Cotchery is too pedestrian to be considered more than a low-end WR2, and the trade for Braylon Edwards was an indictment of Cotchery as a No. 1 receiver from the Jets point of view.
40. Anthony Gonzalez, Colts | Age: 26.0 – Like most Colts players, he derives more value from situation than talent. Now that Collie and Garcon have emerged, Gonzalez's situation has changed dramatically.
41. Jacoby Jones, Texans | Age: 26.2 - Jones makes at least one eye-opening play every week, and opposing teams couldn't keep him out of the end zone even in limited touches. Now more of a receiver as well as a returner, he’s ready to take over Kevin Walter‘s jpb.
42. Devin Thomas, Redskins | Age: 23.8 - Did the light finally flip on? Thomas exploded for 7-100-2 against the Saints as Sherm Lewis called his number late in the season.
43. James Jones, Packers | Age: 26.6 – Reminiscent of Anquan boldin in body type, strength, and after-the-catch ability, Jones is the best bet to succeed Donald Driver.
44. Bernard Berrian, Vikings | Age: 29.9 - Outperformed by Sidney Rice and Percy Harvin in a season lost to hamstring woes, there's at least a ray of hope for Berrian.
45. Joshua Cribbs, Cleveland Age - Nominally a WR, Cleveland’s most dangerous offensive threat is a man without a real position. He would rank much higher in leagues that count return yardage. Here’s hoping that the new Brown’s “brain trust” finds a way to get him 10 to 15 touches per game in addition to returns.
46. Laurent Robinson, Rams | Age: 25.4 - The Rams scouts know how to spot a talented receiver. Robinson is the real deal with ideal size and speed -- and a better all-around receiver than Avery. Like Avery, he has a hard time staying healthy.
Tier Six
47. Antonio Bryant, Buccaneers | Age: 29.6 – An unrestricted free agent this offseason, Bryant can put up good numbers in any given year but he's a poor bet for sustained value.
48. Roy Williams, Cowboys | Age: 28.9 - Just flat-out useless if Tony Romo isn't throwing him a bone in the red zone. Williams has already lost the No. 1 receiver job to Miles Austin, and it won't be long before he loses the other starting job as well.
49. Malcolm Floyd, Chargers | Age: 29.0 – A restricted free agent this offseason, the Bolts are unlikely to let their new No. 2 receiver get away. He remains behind V Jax and Gates, which puts a ceiling on his value.
50. Devin Aromashodu, Bears | Age: 26.4 - Nowhere close to Miles Austin’s talent level, but Jay Cutler likes throwing to him – which counts for quite a bit in Chicago. Let's see what the Bears do this offseason before going crazy over his value.
51. Johnny Knox, Bears | Age: 23.10 - Knox may have a brighter future than Devin Hester. There aren't many faster receivers in the league.
52. Jabar Gaffney, Broncos | Age: 29.9 – His value is wholly dependant on the Broncos' offseason moves.
53. Donny Avery, Rams | Age: 26.3 The smallish Avery simply can't stand up to the pounding. If he does manage to stay injury-free, Avery could join S Jax,, Laurent Robinson, Brandon Gibson, and Danny Amendola as an interesting offensive nucleus. Now about that quarterback situation?
54. Mohamed Massaquoi, Browns | Age: 23.10 – The second-rounder proved he could get open and make plays, but he's in desperate need of an accurate, strong-armed quarterback.
55. Davone Bess, Dolphins | Age: 25.0 – Not mucjh value in standard leagues because of his role in Miami‘s offense, but Bess has plenty of value in PPR leagues.
56. Mike Thomas, Jaguars | Age: 23.3 –Tory Holt’s 's decline will open a starting job in 2010, but do the Jags prefer to keep Thomas in the slot?
57. Mario Manningham, Giants | Age: 24.4 – Showed playmaking ability but lost his starting job to Hakeem Nicks late in the season.
58. Nate Burleson, Seahawks | Age: 29.1 – Is he a legit No. 1 receiver? Receivers with Burleson's questionable history of production can't afford to fade down the stretch.
59. Devery Henderson, Saints | Age: 28.6 – Boom-or-bust receivers make for a losing fantasy team over the course of the season.
60. Brandon Gibson, Rams | Age: 23.1 – Laurent Robinson may be the better talent and is likely to take his starting job back in 2010, but Gibson will contribute..
61. Chas Shilens, Raiders | Age: 24.10 – Another player to target in offseasons, Schilens is coming off a season lost to a foot fracture and poor quarterback play. Shilens has the talent - in Weeks 15 and 16 of the past two seasons combined, Schilens has racked up 18 catches for 261 yards and two TDs.
62. Greg Camarillo, Dolphins - Age 27.6 - Camarillo began the season coming off ACL surgery and struggled at the outset. The Dolphins’ rotation among all four of wideouts doen’t leave much room for fantasy production from anyone.
63. Josh Morgan, 49ers | Age: 25.3 - I'm still bullish on Morgan as player, but his fantasy value is limited behind Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree.
64. Ted Ginn, Dolphins | Age: 25.5 – The Miami coaches keep sticking up for him, but they also seem to understand that he's best used as a situational deep threat. Look for the Dolphins to pursue a true No. 1 receiver this offseason.
Tier Seven
65. Deon Butler, Seahawks | Age: 24.8 – Butler has serious speed, and he should move ahead to take Branch’s job in 2010.
66. Jordy Nelson, Packers | Age: 25.4 – Nelson has flashed talent in the fourth receiver role in his first two seasons, but his value is capped by the presence of James Jones.
67. Andre “Bubba” Caldwell, Bengals | Age: 25.5 – Opportunity knocked in 2009, and Caldwell told it to away. His inability to make plays late in the season was telling.
68. Sammie Stroughter, Buccaneers - Age 24.5 - Stroughter ended his season on injured reserve with a broken foot. He's likely to be Tampa's long-term answer at slot receiver.
69. Danny Amendola, Rams, Age 24.7 - Amendola has set a Rams record with 1,643 total return yards. He also will have a chance to be the team's slot receiver in 2010.
70. Earl Bennett, Bears | Age: 23.6 – Average talent who works best in the slot and needs GPS to find the end zone.
71. Kevin Ogletree, Cowboys | Age: 23.1 – Could be starting alongside Miles Austin by 2011. For now, Roy Williams is standing in the way of his progress.
72. Brandon Tate, Patriots | Age: 22.11 - An explosive talent who should be fully recovered from his ACL injury this summer.
73. Jarrett Dillard, Jaguars | Age: 24.9 – Was just beginning to give Mike Thomas a run for his money as the No. 3 receiver before suffering a broken ankle.
Special Situations - Short Term Rental Value
74. Hines Ward, Steelers | Age: 34.6 – It's hard to ignore his production. At age 34, Ward still finished #16 among fantasy receivers despite the late-season hamstring woes.
75. Donald Driver, Packers | Age: 35.7 – Keeps himself in great shape, but he’s now the #3 option behind Jennings and Jermichael Finley.
76. Terrell Owens, Bills | Age: 36.8 – Clearly declining, but there's a possibility of a bounce-back fantasy season if he lands in the right situation with a good quarterback.
77. Chris Chambers, Chiefs | Age: 32.1 – Unrestricted free agent took advantage of Bowe's absence late in the season. Will he be back in K.C.?
78. Laveranues Coles, Bengals | Age: 32.7 – Can't be expected to better his mediocre 2009 numbers as he ages.
79. T J Houshmandzadeh, Seahawks | Age: 33.0 – Aging, overpaid possession receivers with no after-the-catch ability have to produce in the present to maintain value. Housh managed just two games over 80 yards all season.
80. Derrick Mason, Ravens | Age: 36.8 – Fantasy's No. 20 receiver in 2009, Mason says he will make a decision on his playing future "quickly and definitively." He would be ranked near the top of the “rentals”, but it is quite likely that he will retire.
