Ranking The WRs

More like ranking the prima donnas, but you get the drift.


Same format applies...U-Upside, D-Decline, I-Injury concern, R-Retire soon


1. Randy Moss, New England Patriots --- Shed all of his personal issues last season with the Patriots, and set a new single-season TD record with 23. Formed an instant bond with QB Tom Brady and Coach Bill Belichick. Moss looks to continue his success this year.
2. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis Colts --- Looks like he will be the number one receiver in Indy...finally. After leading the league in receiving yards last year, Wayne becomes a staple for the offence. It also appears teammate Marvin Harrison is on his way out, so Wayne needs to become more of a factor.
3. Terrell Owens, Dallas Cowboys --- Seems to be a happy camper in Dallas, and signed a juicy contract extension. Had 15 TDs last year, and could have even more this year in Dallas' explosive offence. Owens has rare physical skills that allow him to get separation.
4. Chad Johnson, Cincinnati Bengals --- Johnson needs to focus more to move into the top 3 in the NFL. Johnson does possess rare speed and ball-catching ability. Benefits from great QB play, and does everything right...on the field.
5. Marques Colston, New Orleans Saints (U) --- It's scary that this kid is only in his third NFL season, as he is already among the best in the business. Has great hands, and that makes up for his average speed. Will be the best in the league in a few years.
6. Andre Johnson, Houston Texans (U/I) --- Another guy who will be among the best in a few years. Johnson has great speed and agility, and can get separation just with speed alone. With an improved rapport with QB Matt Schaub, he will get even better.
7. Anquan Boldin, Arizona Cardinals (U) --- Injuries slowed him down last year, but is up there with the league's best when healthy. Has decent speed to go with amazing hands, Boldin can make plays all over the field.
8. Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals (U) --- Wow, the Cardinals have great receivers. And, the scariest part...they are both young! Fitzgerald isn't much faster than Boldin, but has better agility and creates more space for his QB to throw.
9. Braylon Edwards, Cleveland Browns (U) --- Evolved nicely last year, and formed a good connection with QB Derek Anderson. Has decent speed, but can make all the plays on the ball. Edwards is a big target who uses his size to his advantage.
10. Torry Holt, St Louis Rams --- Has great speed, but is getting a bit older. He doesn't seem to be slowing down any, however, and is a huge factor in the Rams offence.
11. T.J. Houshmanzedah, Cincinnati Bengals --- A bit possession receiver who leads the Bengals in catches each year. Is hidden by the big ego of Chad Johnson, but is one half of the best WR tandem in the league today.
12. Donald Driver, Green Bay Packers --- Has been one of the best WRs in the league for many years, but could struggle without Brett Favre. Driver uses his fearless nature to make catches in the middle of the field, while he has enough speed to be a deep threat.
13. Plaxico Burress, New York Giants (I) --- Yes, he had 12 TDs last year. Yes, he played very well through various injuries. But, doesn't he always seem to have something wrong with him? Very tall, uses his size effectively to make up for his average speed.
14. Wes Welker, New England Patriots (U) --- Went from being buried in Miami being the Pats top pass catcher. Welker showed amazing hands and fearlessness while helping the Patriots get to the Super Bowl. Could struggle as the bona fide #2 WR with Donte Stallworth gone.
15. Derrick Mason, Baltimore Ravens (D) --- Achieved a career high in catches last year, but also had a career low yards-per-catch average. Mason has been very consist ant throughout his career, but at 34, how much is left in the tank?
16. Greg Jennings, Green Bay Packers (U) --- Jennings came out of nowhere last season, notching 12 TDs. Jennings became a solid deep threat, as evidence by his game winning TD against Denver last year. Needs to get away from Brett Favre as well.
17. Brandon Marshall, Denver Broncos (U/I) --- Came into his own last year in Denver, and has developed a rapport with Jay Cutler. Marshall got injured in a freak accident during the summer, and time will tell whether he will be as successful this year.
18. Steve Smith, Carolina Panthers --- Smith is ranked lower simply because of bad QB play last year. With Jake Delhomme back, Smith could move back into the top 10. He is a speedy, undersized WR who uses his speed to get open. Great hands as well.
19. Roy Williams, Detroit Lions (U) --- A great talent who is hidden by the Lions. Has good size and speed, and can contort his body to make some spectacular catches. However, his numbers fell last year due to QB problems, and Williams could struggle to be noticed again this year.
20. Joey Galloway, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (D/R) --- The Ageless Wonder keeps on going, and continues to be one of the league's fastest players. But, he will be 37 in November, so you have to wonder how much gas is left. And...at the price of gas...
21. Roddy White, Atlanta Falcons (U) --- Developed into a great talent last year after the team wrote him off as a bust. Showed good speed and great hands, and performed well despite QB problems. Expect him to get even better when the Falcons decide on a QB.
22. Hines Ward, Pittsburgh Steelers (D) --- One of the best possession WRs of our day, Ward has been slowing down in recent years. However, he still possesses one of the best sets of hands in the league, and is as tough as they come.
23. Lee Evans, Buffalo Bills (U) --- Another player who needs consist ant QB play to become a great. Evans has amazing speed, and great hands to go with it. Could be a steal in many fantasy drafts this year.
24. Marvin Harrison, Indianapolis Colts (D/I) --- Can Harrison recover from his injury and go back to his amazing status. One of the best WRs of the past decade, the miles have took their toll on Marvin. Could have a few good years left in him.
25. Chris Chambers, San Diego Chargers --- Came out of his shell in San Diego, and could be on his way to great things with the Chargers. Chambers has great speed, and is maybe the best vertical jumper in the league today.
26. Santana Moss, Washington Redskins --- Short, speedy WR in the mold of Steve Smith, but Moss has struggled with inconsistency the past few years. Not as reliable as he once was, and can drop too many balls.
27. Santonio Holmes, Pittsburgh Steelers (U) --- Will be the #1 WR in Steeltown for many years. Has great speed which allows him to stretch the field well. Made less mistakes last year, and more of the same will be expected this year.
28. Dwayne Bowe, Kansas City Chiefs (U) --- Excelled as a rookie despite bad QB play. Showed enough speed to get open, and made some sensational catches when he had to. Could be the best WR in the league in a few years.
29. Jerry Porter, Jacksonville Jaguars --- Got himself into trouble in Oakland, and looks for a fresh start in Jacksonville. Could become the #1 WR by default, and may run with the job. Has decent speed and size, and uses his strength to get open.
30. Deshean Jackson (rookie), Philadelphia Eagles --- May be the best WR to come into the league this year. Jackson possesses amazing speed and agility, and could develop into Donovan McNabb's favourite target right away.
31. Jerricho Cotchery, New York Jets (U)
32. Bernard Berrian, Minnesota Vikings (U)
33. Donte Stallworth, Cleveland Browns
34. Bobby Engram, Seattle Seahawks
35. Laverneous Coles, New York Jets
36. Kevin Curtis, Philadelphia Eagles
37. Calvin Johnson, Detroit Lions (U/I)
38. Isaac Bruce, San Francisco 49ers (D/R)
39. Amani Toomer, New York Giants (D)
40. Reggie Williams, Jacksonville Jaguars (U)
41. Devery Henderson, New Orleans Saints (U)
42. Vincent Jackson, San Diego Chargers (U)
43. Patrick Crayton, Dallas Cowboys (U)
44. Terry Glenn, Dallas Cowboys (D/I/R)
45. Marty Booker, Chicago Bears (D/R)
46. Muhsin Muhammad, Carolina Panthers (D)
47. Devin Thomas (rookie), Washington Redskins (U)
48. Drew Bennett, St Louis Rames
49. Deion Branch, Seattle Seahawks (I)
50. Brandon Stokley, Denver Broncos