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Over the last few days , I have put together potential sleepers (Qbs and Rbs). Today our focus will be Wide Receivers. Once this was considered a primary position, but nowadays it considered secondary to running backs. There are clear gems in the 2nd/3rd Round like Johnson, Green, Bryant , Jones, Nelson ,etc. But there are hidden gems in the middle to late rounds. Let get started!
Sleepers-
Jarrett Boykin: Before the draft , Boykin was considered an legit sleeper at Wide Receiver. Then the Packers draft 2 more Wide Receivers. At first glance , its looks bad for Boykin. Especially with the Packers drafting additional talent at this position. But with James Jones departure , things looks better. Take into consideration, Rodgers is the starting quarterback. When Rodgers is your quarterback everyone get a shot to shine.
Ty Hilton: Hilton isn't quite the sleeper candidate he was last year. But he still doesn't get the respect , he truly deserves. Hilton clearly the No.2 WR for the Colts. Hilton is the playmaker in the receiving core. We saw flashes of that in 2012 and 2013. Sadly his inconsistently drags down his ADP and overall value. Don't be fooled , he is very capable of putting up big numbers. I am very high on this young man. Expect a breakout season from Mr.Hilton.
Marvin Jones - Jones impressed me at times in 2013. His 4 TDs game was standout moment in his campaign. Understandable there moments were he just disappeared. Rightfully so with Aj Green also on the field. The potential is definitely there. Andy Dalton and Beganals throw the ball a ton , so expect Jones to get his share of the cake. Mr. Green will have to learn how to share.
Tavon Austin - Austin was highly regarded as a top sleeper candidate last year. Ended up a bust. Now a year later here we are. All honestly I think he gonna do really well or really terrible. Also think how Sam Bradford uses Tavon will ultimately seal his fate. It not logical for the Rams to waste a talent such as Tavon Austin. Weather the Rams sees it that way , may be a different story. Austin could be a risky selection , but the reward may be worth it.
Golden Tate - Tate went from the defense-mindset Seahawks to the pass happy offensively Lions squad. I like it. The Lions don't have the right tools to win a ballgame from a defense philosophy standpoint. So they will lean on the offense. Expect great things from Tate. Especially since the defenses will try to slow down Megatron. Which will open more opportunities up for Tate. Cannot expect WR1 numbers , but WR2 numbers could be in Tate near future.
Well that's it for WRs sleepers candidates. Really wish the season was here already. Don't have much to go on (data wise). Rattling off stats from the previous season isn't my style.
Planned to released my sleepers for Tight Ends tonight as well. Forgot that my sister is getting married on Saturday. So I was busy getting things ready for the wedding. Long story short , I will have them posted by Thursday. Enjoy your Tuesday.
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William Frang