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Tier 1

1) Randy Moss | New England Patriots | 6-foot-4, 210 pounds | 11th Year

PROS: Moss enjoyed a career year in just his first season with quarterback Tom Brady and the New England Patriots. He hauled in 98 passes for 1,493 yards and set the NFL single-season record for receiving touchdowns with 23. His 93.3 yards-per-game average was second only to the 2003 season (102.0), which is arguably his best season as a professional, when he was with the Minnesota Vikings. Fantasy owners benefited from the Patriots playing out the season. In December, or fantasy playoff time, Moss hauled in the second most yards (398) and caught the most touchdowns (seven) of any month last season. Furthermore, it never hurts that he sees each AFC East rival twice during the season.

CONS: There weren't many cons for Moss and the Patriots last season, but fantasy owners need to be aware that he has incurred leg injuries during his career. Moss is another year older, and at 31 years old, the last thing fantasy owners want to see is him used as a decoy on the field instead of a target in the red zone. The Patriots offense isn't likely to produce at the same level they did last season, which could deflate Moss' 2008 numbers in comparison to '07.

FANTASY TIP: Playing in such a potent offense with a future Hall of Fame quarterback and a head coach that will push him, Moss appears dedicated. With averaging more than a touchdown and close to 100 yards per game last season, it is easy to see why Moss is going in the first round in fantasy drafts. It is likely that fantasy owners will have to reach in the first round if they want Moss on their roster, but we wouldn't recommend taking that reach. Lock up the backfield first, but if he's available in the second round it is time to jump all over him. The chance of Moss replicating last season's gaudy touchdown total is slim, but there is little reason that he cannot approach the middle to high teens.

Tier 2

2) Terrell Owens | Dallas Cowboys | 6-foot-3, 218 pounds | 13th Year

PROS: Owens compiled one of his best seasons in 2007, thanks to the emergence of quarterback Tony Romo. Owens hauled in 81 passes for 1,355 yards and 15 touchdowns, falling one score shy of tying his career high. He averaged more than 90 receiving yards per game for the fourth time in his career and set a career high by averaging 16.7 yards per reception in '07. Owens was money in the fourth quarter, when six of his 12 receptions went for touchdowns. He was also one of Romo's go-to guys in the red zone where he hauled in a third of his 15 total touchdowns. Being in top physical condition at all times, Owens isn't as likely to see the major downturn in his production that most wideouts of his age typically encounter. Owens was remarkably consistent, scoring in seven straight games from Week 6-13. 

CONS: For fantasy owners, Owens didn't give the kind of support that was needed in the playoffs. He put together his worst month of the season in December, posting season lows in receptions (10), yards (106) and touchdowns (one). Owens is one of the more durable receivers in the league, but at 34 years of age - he will be 35 in December - his production totals could have reached their peak last season.

FANTASY TIP: Owens is coming off one of his most productive seasons since playing with the San Francisco 49ers in 2001. Owens is known for his antics at similar points in his career (when everything seems rosy), but it doesn't appear that he isn't interested in being a distraction this season. Fantasy owners should consider Owens a solid No. 1 option with little upside and a moderate risk.

3) Reggie Wayne | Indianapolis Colts | 6-foot, 198 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: Wayne rolled off a career season in 2007, due in part to the injury of wide receiver Marvin Harrison (knee). Wayne finished the season by setting career highs in receptions (104), receiving yards (1,510) and average receiving yards per game (94.4). His 10 touchdown receptions were the most in a season since he caught 12 in 2004. There was no slowing down for the University of Miami (Fla.) product; he finished the season by setting season highs in receptions (36) and receiving yards (499), while tying a season high with three touchdown receptions in December. Wayne is one of the most durable receivers in the league and hasn't missed a game since 2001. Plus, it never hurts to have quarterback Peyton Manning throwing to you!

CONS: Wayne made a statement last season by showing that he was able to handle the load as a No. 1 receiver. However, the health of Harrison could have an impact on his numbers if he is able to return. Fantasy owners shouldn't expect similar numbers in '08 if that is the case, but if Harrison isn't able to return, Wayne could be in line for an even bigger season.

FANTASY TIP: There aren't many players at his position that are as durable and as productive as Wayne, making him a low-risk receiver. With Harrison in the lineup in 2006, Wayne still hauled in more than 1,300 yards and nine touchdowns. His average draft placement is the top of the second round. Fantasy owners stand to gain more production out of Wayne with Harrison out of the picture, but either way, Wayne is a solid No. 1 option that would be a great addition in Round 3 of most standard formats.

Tier 3

4) Larry Fitzgerald | Arizona Cardinals | 6-foot-3, 226 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: Fitzgerald played one less game last season than in 2005, but he managed to match career highs that he had set that season in receiving yards (1,409) and touchdown receptions (10). He set a career high with 14.1 yards-per-reception average in '07 and was tied for second in the league in utilizations with 171. For fantasy teams gearing up for the playoffs, Fitzgerald didn't let them down. Through November and December, Fitzgerald racked up 767 receiving yards and nine touchdowns in eight games. Prior to that, he had 632 receiving yards and one score in his previous seven games.

CONS: Durability has been a concern for Fitzgerald the last two seasons. During that time the receiver has missed four games - three in 2006 and one in '07 - each with a hamstring injury. Fitzgerald signed a four-year contract in the offseason, which could have an adverse effect on his '08 production. Wide receiver Anquan Boldin missed four games in '07. His healthy return should take some balls away from Fitzgerald. Question marks are lingering around the quarterback position, and it is unclear whether their starter will be Kurt Warner and Matt Leinart.

FANTASY TIP: Fitzgerald is a moderate risk, especially if fantasy owners are thinking about scooping him up in the second round. He's coming off consecutive seasons with a hamstring injury, an uncertain quarterback situation and the return of a game-breaking receiver. All of these factors could effect Fitzgerald's production. Fantasy owners might have to reach into the middle of the second round to select Fitzgerald, as his average draft placement indicates, but considering some of the concerns, he is a better value in the middle of the third round.

5) Chad Johnson | Cincinnati Bengals | 6-foot-1, 192 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: Johnson is coming off one of his most productive seasons as a pro, setting career highs in yardage (1,440) and average yards per game (90.0). Durability has never been an issue for Johnson, who has played in all 16 games since his second year in the league (2002). In 2006, Johnson totaled 482 receiving yards and a 12.1 yards-per-catch average through the first eight games; in '07, he started the season on a different foot by compiling 779 yards and a 16.6 yards-per-catch average during that time. However, he put up 131 receiving yards and two touchdowns in Week 17.

CONS: After stating that he wouldn't play for the Bengals this season, Johnson put his tail between his legs and said that he will return to the team for his eighth season. However, his actions could continue to create distractions in the locker room, which could create a bigger strain between him and quarterback Carson Palmer. Johnson managed to catch touchdown passes in only four games while topping the 100-yard mark in five games. Johnson let fantasy owners down during Week 15 and 16, when he totaled just 122 receiving yards without scoring. His inconsistency over the past two seasons has been maddening; Johnson has scored in a total of eight games of the 32 that he has played in. 

FANTASY TIP: With Johnson ready to play for the Bengals this season, there should be no reason why he can't put up similar numbers in '08 as he did in '07. He will have to make amends with Palmer, but it is doubtful that the dynamic combination won't continue working together as they have since 2005. He comes with some moderate risk, but he is a solid addition in the third round, and he would be a steal if his offseason actions allow him to fall into the fourth round. His average draft placement suggests he should be an early third-round pick. Johnson's value is diminished in head-to-head formats due to his major inconsistency issues, and his best value is in total points leagues.

6) Braylon Edwards | Cleveland Browns | 6-foot-3, 215 pounds | 4th Year

PROS: A solid 2006 gave way to a breakthrough 2007 for Edwards, whose huge touchdown total (16) was overshadowed by New England Patriots receiver Randy Moss' record-breaking 23 scores. He and tight end Kellen Winslow form one of the NFL's best young receiving tandems, while quarterback Derek Anderson proved eminently capable of getting Edwards the ball last season. He was among the league's steadiest options as well in 2007, failing to surpass 50 receiving yards in a game just twice and catching at least one touchdown pass 11 times. He has the speed to get deep and the size to go up to get the ball, which makes him a force in the red zone. At age 25, he may just be scratching the surface of his potential.

CONS: While his yardage (1,289) and touchdown outputs were impressive last season, his 80 receptions aren't a ton for an elite wideout. The signing of receiver Donte' Stallworth could mean fewer balls to go around, and he provides Anderson with another deep option. Speaking of Anderson, he was a virtual unknown entering 2007 and could be a one-year wonder. In fact, the Browns offense as a whole largely came out of nowhere to light up scoreboards last year - expect defenses to be more prepared this time around. Scoring 16 times as a wideout is very difficult to replicate, too.

FANTASY TIP: Edwards suffered a cut on his heel that required a few stitches, but he is expected to be fine for Week 1. Edwards just has the look of a quality No. 1 receiver, both in the NFL and in fantasy football. The presence of Winslow and addition of Stallworth makes it harder for opposing defenses to double-team him, which should work to his advantage. On average, Edwards is drafted in the late second round. With mostly minor concerns, Edwards is an ideal candidate to anchor your receiving corps. Bear in mind the risk of Anderson not living up to last season's lofty standards, but this shouldn't be enough to cause you to look away from Edwards on draft day.

7) Andre Johnson | Houston Texans | 6-foot-3, 222 pounds | 6th year

PROS: If not for injuries, Johnson (knee) could have led the league in receiving yards last year. He amassed 851 receiving yards and eight touchdowns in just nine games. He scored in four straight games, which happened to be the first four weeks of December - fantasy crunch time. He is the primary target in the team's passing game and is a great outlet for quarterback Matt Schaub. Big and fast, he has the potential to beat you with his size or speed; you can't dog his talent. When he is on the field, Johnson has shown he can be a dominating force against the top defensive backs. Kyle Shanahan has been promoted from wide receivers coach in 2006 to quarterbacks coach in 2007 to offensive coordinator this year. His familiarity with Johnson should help the team get the best from its star.

CONS: Can he stay healthy? He is already dealing with a tweaked hamstring. The big knock on Johnson entering this season revolves around his knee. He was off to a quick start last year before straining the posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. This caused him to miss seven straight games last year. He has already encountered one problem with his left knee this summer, undergoing arthroscopic surgery May 15. If he can not get enough push, it could limit his ability to stretch the field. As well, the team needs to get a better rushing game in order to take pressure off Johnson and the passing game; they ranked 22nd in rushing yards per game last year.

FANTASY TIP: Johnson is going, on average, in the third round in fantasy drafts. Apparently fantasy owners are not scared off by his injury history. Johnson certainly has the talent to go at that stage, but you might want to hold off. There are generally other wide receivers with fewer health concerns available around that time. It is tough to argue against his upside, however.

Tier 4

8) Marques Colston | New Orleans Saints | 6-foot-4, 231 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Colston dismissed any concerns that he would be a one-year wonder by improving his numbers across the board following an excellent rookie campaign in 2006. For the season, Colston finished with 98 receptions for 1,202 yards and 11 touchdowns - good enough to rank in the NFL's top 10 in all three categories. He has an excellent rapport with quarterback Drew Brees and is the team's top option in the passing game. Colston uses his size well, making him a force both as a possession receiver and a red zone target. He finished very strong in 2007, collecting seven or more reception in eight of his final 10 games.

CONS: Quantity over quality was the name of the game for Colston last year as the big play was notably absent, with a 45-yard reception his longest of the year and a 21-yarder being his longest touchdown grab. Of the NFL's top 10 in receiving yardage, Colston's 12.3 yards-per-reception average was the lowest. Considering the number of other legitimate options in the Saints' passing game, any significant reduction in receptions could have a fairly serious trickledown effect. Injuries in the backfield forced the Saints to throw the ball a ton last season, which is unlikely to happen again this year.

FANTASY TIP: It's hard to argue with 168 receptions, 2,240 yards and 19 touchdowns over Colston's first two seasons. His place as the most reliable option in a pass-happy attack gives him great value in any format, although those in point-per-reception leagues should pay him even more attention. Select him with confidence as a legitimate No. 1 fantasy receiver. On average, Colston has been drafted in the early third round.

9) Plaxico Burress | New York Giants | 6-foot-5, 232 pounds | 9th Year

PROS: The soon-to-be 31-year-old wideout was amazing during the season's first six weeks, catching eight touchdown passes with at least one in each game. Injuries hampered him for the remainder of the season, but to his credit, he gutted it out and started all 16 games. Despite lingering pain, Burress still ended the year with 70 receptions for 1,025 yards and a dozen touchdowns. In his three seasons in the Big Apple, Burress has averaged 70 catches, 1,076 yards and 9.67 touchdowns per year. His size virtually guarantees he'll be a force in the red zone until the day he retires. In theory, quarterback Eli Manning should be poised to make a reasonable jump in production entering his fifth year.

CONS: Injuries were certainly to blame for some of his struggles, but Burress was a virtual non-factor from Week 7 through Week 16, outside of a couple solid games, as he failed to reach even 50 yards receiving in seven of the nine contests during that span. That serves to underscore how largely dependent his value is on touchdowns. In fact, in his three seasons with the Giants, he has surpassed 100 receiving yards in a game just nine times in 47 games. Burress' lack of week-to-week consistency is an issue considering how early he is likely to be drafted.

FANTASY TIP: Burress is a feast-or-famine player, capable of carrying fantasy teams one week and torpedoing them the next. However, generally speaking, the good weeks outnumber the bad ones, and it is difficult to overlook his production since signing in New York. Consider him a rock-solid choice as nothing better than a low-end No. 1 wideout. Burress' average draft placement suggests he is a late-third or early fourth-round pick.

10) Torry Holt | St. Louis Rams | 6-foot, 190 pounds | 10th Year

PROS: Ninety-plus receptions? Check. More than 1,100 yards receiving? Check. Sixteen games played? Check. Yep, it was another typical season from "Big Game" as he made it six straight years with more than 90 catches and eight straight with better than 1,100 yards. He played the full 16-game schedule for the eighth time in nine seasons. Now entering his 10th season, Holt serves as the top option in a still-capable Rams' passing offense. His consistency and durability makes him arguably the safest option at the position.

CONS: The loss of his longtime running mate, receiver Isaac Bruce (San Francisco 49ers), elevates wideout Drew Bennett into the starting lineup and leaves a suspect group to work out of the slot. That makes this arguably the least talented receiving corps Holt has ever been a part of and increases the likelihood of double teams. Quarterback Marc Bulger is talented, but he has had trouble staying healthy - an affliction also suffered by backup quarterback Trent Green. While still solid, his numbers the past two seasons aren't on par with what he did from 2000-05. Part of that decline can be attributed to age, as Holt will turn 32 before the start of the 2008 season.

FANTASY TIP: While no longer a top-five option, Holt remains a steady performer that you can insert into your lineup in Week 1 and leave there the all reason outside of his Bye week. He's a virtual lock to snag 90 balls and surpass 1,000 yards receiving; if Bulger can stay healthy for a full season, he has the ability to outperform those numbers. Holt is drafted, on average, in the late third round. Draft him as a reliable No. 1 receiver but of the weaker variety.

11) Santonio Holmes | Pittsburgh Steelers | 5-foot-11, 189 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Holmes came close to breaking out in just 13 games last season. The Steelers' big-play threat ended the year scoring eight touchdowns with 942 receiving yards on only 52 receptions. No. 1 wide receiver Hines Ward has progressively regressed in recent seasons, and quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is showing signs of maturing as a passer. Holmes has speed to burn, as illustrated by his 18.1 yards-per-reception average.

CONS: Holmes didn't show much in the way of being a possession receiver last year. His 52 receptions translates to average for a team's No. 2, and he remains the No. 2 behind Ward. In 13 games last season, Holmes failed to total 60 receiving yards seven times. In those games, he managed only two touchdowns. Fantasy owners want to see his red zone looks increase from only eight last season. The Steelers play in wintry conditions later in the year (read as fantasy playoffs), which can put a damper on the passing game. Roethlisberger, while making strides, remains rough around the edges as a passer.

FANTASY TIP: Offensive coordinator Bruce Arians likes to open up the offense more than the Steelers of head coach Bill Cowher did, so don't think this is exclusively a power-running offense. We fully expect a breakout season from Holmes in 2008, but there is a reasonable chance it doesn't occur. Holmes is a receiver that comes with moderate risk, especially if he is being slated as your No. 1 receiver. Owners are best served to lock up Holmes as a strong No. 2 receiver. In standard leagues polled, he is drafted in the early fifth round. If you buy into him breaking out in full this year, don't hesitate to draft him in the mid-to-late fourth round to avoid losing out on him.

12) T.J. Houshmandzadeh | Cincinnati Bengals | 6-foot-1, 199 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: Houshmandzadeh posted his second straight 1,000-yard season last year. He finished 2007 with 1,143 yards and 12 touchdowns on 112 receptions, all career highs. Houshmandzadeh was remarkably consistent - only once did he finish a game with less than two receptions and 40 yards (Week 16). He also had an outstanding start to the season, catching 10 touchdown passes in the team's first eight games. Houshmandzadeh occupies the second receiving spot behind wide receiver Chad Johnson, which helps keep coverage off of him. Catching passes from quarterback Carson Palmer never hurts his cause, either.

CONS: His strong start last year was balanced by some ineffective play down the stretch. He caught only two touchdown passes in the last eight games and did not record a 100-yard game after his 145-yard effort in Week 6. Catching 30 passes for 386 yards and three touchdowns in just three games Houshmandzadeh missed time during organized team activities due to a contract dispute. At this point, it is merely a situation worthy of keeping an eye on.

FANTASY TIP: Houshmandzadeh received a bump in value with the return to camp of Johnson. Houshmandzadeh could be viewed as a weak No. 1 wide receiver in standard 12-team leagues, but his best value is found as a strong No. 2. Fantasy owners have been overvaluing him in drafts, selecting him in the late second round. Chances are, last season was a career year and was too good of one for any team's No. 2 receiver to sustain for consecutive years. His production in the second half should be noted, since most fantasy owners probably didn't account for how he pulled a disappearing act when they drafted him, on average, at No. 22 overall.

13) Steve Smith | Carolina Panthers | 5-foot-9, 185 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: Even with four different quarterbacks throwing him the ball in 2007, Smith still managed to eclipse 1,000 yards receiving for the fourth time in five seasons. Despite his size, Smith is a tough receiver over the middle and is willing to take punishment to make the play. He has great speed and is a threat to go the distance every time he touches the ball. The Panthers added more weapons in the passing game this offseason, which should prevent teams for keying on him as much this year.

CONS: Smith will lose two games after the team suspended him for the first two contests after he punched teammate Ken Lucas in the face during training camp. Some of Smith's value hinges on the surgically repaired right elbow of quarterback Jake Delhomme (elbow), who is attempting to come back from Tommy John surgery. Smith recorded 15 catches for 271 yards and four touchdowns in the two full games he played with Delhomme in 2007, but he managed just two other 100-yard outings during the season's other 14 affairs. Improved talent at the position may mean less attention from defensive backs, but it could also lead to fewer balls headed his way. The 29-year-old's receiving yards and touchdowns have declined for three consecutive seasons.

FANTASY TIP: The unquestioned No. 1 receiver in Carolina figures to get his no matter who is at the helm, but if Delhomme can bounce back we could see something closer to the player we saw in 2005 - 103 receptions, 1,563 yards and 12 touchdowns - as opposed to the '07 version that seemingly caught passes from everyone from Delhomme to Y.A. Tittle. Expect Smith to fall a bit in drafts following the suspension and a down year in 2007, hence his average draft placement of the top of the third round. That ADP figure is bound to come down to the mid to late fourth round. He should be drafted as a No. 2 option.

14) Greg Jennings | Green Bay Packers | 5-foot-11, 197 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Jennings rebounded from a poor second half in 2006 with a masterful season in 2007. In 13 games, he finished with 53 receptions for 920 yards and 12 touchdowns. This season will be his third campaign, which is typically when wide receivers make the jump. Jennings' strength comes in yards after the catch, which is a basic tenet in Green Bay's West Coast offense. He was extremely consistent by catching at least one touchdown in 10 of his 13 games; he finished with fewer than 40 receiving yards in just once.

CONS: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers needs to build chemistry with Jennings, or at least prove that it is there. Jennings missed three games (Week 17 was more of a precaution, however) with hamstring and ankle injuries last year; he also missed time in 2006 with an ankle injury. He does not have a proven track record with just one year of fantasy success in the NFL.

FANTASY TIP: Jennings is being drafted in the early stages of the fourth round, on average, in standard leagues polled. He should be viewed as a midlevel No. 2 wide receiver with decent upside. Jennings carries risk from the injury standpoint, and owners need to be moderately concerned about a potential let down.

15) Anquan Boldin | Arizona Cardinals | 6-foot-1, 217 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: Despite playing in just 12 games, Boldin still set a career high with nine touchdowns. He also became the fastest player in NFL history to reach 400 career receptions, illustrating his value in point-per-reception formats. A weak running game in Arizona means the Cardinals often air it out. Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald is a big-play threat and pulls coverage to his side, which could open up the field for Boldin. Boldin's best month was December, which likely helped your fantasy team in the playoffs.

CONS: Boldin (hamstring) is unhappy with his deal but is expected to report when healthy. Boldin, who is still upset with his contract, is expected to be over his hip and toe injuries from last year; however, he has missed time in three of his five professional seasons, including four games last year. His yards-per-game average last year was also the second lowest in his career. Bolding was extremely inconsistent, scoring six of his nine touchdowns in three games. Quarterback Matt Leinart will experience growing pains, which could limit Boldin's production.

FANTASY TIP: Fantasy owners are looking toward Boldin early in the fourth round of most standard 12-team leagues. He could slide into the fifth round, but he has more value in point-per-reception leagues. Be wary of his injury history, the fact that he is the No. 2 receiver and the questions that surround Leinart. As a quality No. 2 fantasy receiver, you certainly could do worse than Boldin.

Tier 5

16) Roy Williams | Detroit Lions | 6-foot-3, 211 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: An imposing physical matchup, Williams (knee) has plenty of big-play potential and can light it up with the best in the league. Williams caught 16 passes for 315 yards and two touchdowns combined over his next two games, including a 204-yard effort in Week 3. Williams remains the primary target in the passing offense. If he needs any extra motivation, he is entering the final year of his contract and could be working for a big payday in 2009.

CONS: As much potential as he has, Williams has completed a full season just once. He suffered a sprained right knee in Week 13 last year and missed the next two games before landing on the Injured Reserve. He needs to improve his consistency. Jon Kitna is not the most secure quarterback in the league, and the team is moving toward a more balanced offensive approach.

FANTASY TIP: Williams is one year removed from a huge season (82-1310-7), but that was in a pass-happy Mike Martz offense, so don't get sucked in too deep by these stats. Williams' average draft position has him going late in the fourth round in 12-team leagues, which is a hair on the overvalued side (based upon his injury risk). Talent-wise, he's a second-round pick, but Williams has yet to fully live up to his potential. Instead, he is a weak No. 1 receiver.

17) Laveranues Coles | New York Jets | 5-foot-11, 193 pounds | 9th Year

PROS: Coles posted a solid campaign in 2006 (91 receptions, 1,098 yards and six touchdowns). He played well during the first seven games of the 2008 season with 41 receptions for 460 yards and six touchdowns before sustaining a concussion in Week 8. He is a steady performer and before last season had not missed a game since 2000. Quarterback Brett Favre is now in the mix and figures to only help the offense.

CONS: Coles failed to post his fourth 1,000-yard season last year as injuries limited him to 12 games (10 starts). The concussion in Week 8 knocked him out of the next game, and an ankle injury limited him to appearing in just two of the team's last four games. He managed only 13 receptions for 173 yards over the last two months of the regular season and did not score. He needs to build chemistry with Favre, too. Coles managed only one 100-plus-yard game in 2007.

FANTASY TIP: Coles has been getting selected in the middle of the seventh round, on average, which is bound to move closer to the fifth round with the addition of Favre. Draft Coles as a low-end No. 2 or excellent No. 3 fantasy receiver with solid upside. He makes slightly more sense in a point-per-reception format given his questionable ability to score.

18) Lee Evans | Buffalo Bills | 5-foot-10, 197 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: Demonstrating his potential, Evans had a stellar 2006 campaign (82 catches, 1,292 yards, eight touchdowns). He remains the primary target in the Bills' passing game, which could open up a bit more with new offensive coordinator Turk Schonert in charge. Schonert was formerly the quarterbacks coach and should keep the same system in place, though he plans to use more play-action passing and throw more on first down. Evans is a big-play threat with 22 catches of 40-plus yards in his four-year career. This offseason quarterback Trent Edwards wants to work with Evans, among others, to build chemistry.

CONS: Evans came back down to earth last year with an 849-yard, five-touchdown season. The Bills lack a proven No. 2 receiver. Until he translates his practice-field success into a game, Edwards, his 56.1 completion percentage and his 163.0 yards per game should be strikes against Evans. Finally, Evans needs to show more consistency. He managed just five receptions for 29 yards over his first three games. He did not catch a touchdown pass until Week 8 and had 10 games with 51 yards receiving or less. He caught two or fewer passes in seven games.

FANTASY TIP: Owners tend to consider Evans in the early middle rounds; that makes him a high-risk, medium-reward kind of player. He has value as a No. 2 wide receiver with mild upside, but his inconsistency can make him a bigger headache than asset.

19) Jerricho Cotchery | New York Jets | 6-foot, 207 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: After breaking through in 2006 (82 receptions, 961 yards, six touchdowns), Cotchery broke the 1,000-yard mark for the first time in his career last year. He posted 82 receptions for the second straight year, but he averaged 13.8 yards per catch the second time around, giving him a total of 1,130 yards. Cotchery showed more big-play potential, with four catches of 40-plus yards and 18 for 20-plus yards. He was fairly consistent in 2007; he caught at least four passes or finished with more than 40 yards in all but two of his games. Quarterback Brett Favre should only improve Cotchery's chances for another strong season.

CONS: Cotchery scored just twice all year, a year in which the Jets scored only 16.8 points per game. He has to gain chemistry with Favre, and the two have little time to do this. In the end, a healthy Laveranues Coles should cut into Cotchery's production. Cotchery scored only two times in 2007 after six the season before.

FANTASY TIP: Cotchery is a good target around the beginning of the middle rounds - earlier if it's a point-per-reception league by a round or two. His average draft placement is in the middle of the seventh round, which is likely to move closer to the early sixth round with Favre now in the fold. Cotchery should be a low-end No. 2 wide receiver, especially in point-per-reception leagues. There is relatively little risk, but his upside is limited beyond an increase in scoring.

Tier 6

20) Marvin Harrison | Indianapolis Colts | 6-foot, 185 pounds | 13th Year

PROS: Harrison (knee) has been a top fantasy receiver for most of his career. Before an injury-plagued 2007, he averaged 103 receptions, 1,402 yards receiving and 12.6 touchdowns per year over the past eight seasons. The Colts averaged 252.1 passing yards per game. Having wideout Reggie Wayne opposite Harrison has kept teams honest when defending him. Despite the emergence of Wayne, Harrison and quarterback Peyton Manning remain the most prolific quarterback-receiver tandem in NFL history. If Harrison is healthy and on the field, it's hard to imagine Manning not looking to get his favorite target the ball. Harrison has reported to camp and has reportedly looked solid in his workouts.

CONS: Age and injury have begun to slow Harrison (knee). He missed 11 games in 2007, had offseason knee surgery and will be 36 when the season starts. Harrison accounted for only 20 catches, 247 yards and one touchdown last season. Wayne became Manning's No. 1 target in 2007, leading the NFL in receiving along the way. The emergence of receiver Anthony Gonzalez could further impact Harrison's touches if and when he gets back on the field. Harrison is also part of a bizarre shooting investigation and could face discipline from the NFL depending on how the situation plays itself out.

FANTASY TIP: The days of Harrison being a No. 1 fantasy receiver are over. Wayne is clearly the top option for Manning, but in the Colts offense there should still be plenty of passes for a healthy Harrison to haul in. Harrison should be viewed as a high-risk player, which makes his current average draft placement at the start of Round 6 a bit high. He is a No. 3 fantasy receiver capable of performing like a No. 2 as long as he can remain healthy. Monitor his health closely.

21) Brandon Marshall | Denver Broncos | 6-foot-4, 230 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Marshall made the best of becoming the team's No. 1 receiver by default; he (arm) hauled in 102 passes for 1,325 yards and seven touchdowns in 2007. He was the second-most utilized receiver (171 plays) and was involved in the third-most red zone plays (16 percent) of any receiver last season. During the standard fantasy playoffs weeks, Marshall set season highs in receptions (43), yards (478) and touchdowns (three). He has been cleared to play after undergoing offseason arm surgery to repair ligament damage.

CONS: Marshall has be suspended for three games due to his off-the-field issues. If he plays his cards right, the suspension will be cut to two games. He doesn't have a legitimate receiving option next to him to keep double teams off of him. He wasn't a touchdown machine by any means last year, and being arrested three times in a year could land him a suspension from the NFL. Marshall doesn't have a track record outside of last season, so there remains the chance that he was a one-year wonder. Despite being cleared to play in regards to the wrist injury, severe damage occurred and could hamper him down the stretch.

FANTASY TIP: At 6-foot-4, 230 pounds, Marshall has the size to be a dominant receiver. He proved last season that he could handle the load when given the opportunity, and if he can manage to avoid distractions off the field, he could turn it around to contribute down the stretch. Marshall comes with some moderate risk, but he should be viewed as a solid No. 2 fantasy receiver. He is drafted, on average, in the fourth round, primarily due to fears of his arm injury and legal woes. Should he indeed be suspended, look for his ADP to fall into the fifth or six rounds. Be certain to draft for depth at the position if you take a chance on Marshall.

22) Nate Burleson | Seattle Seahawks | 6-foot, 198 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: Burleson should have every opportunity to step up and claim a top receiving job in Seattle with wideout Deion Branch (knee) slowed by reconstructive knee surgery and a group of young, unproven receivers serving as Burleson's main challengers. Furthermore, wide receiver Bobby Engram (shoulder), quarterback Matt Hasselbeck's favorite target, suffered a cracked bone in his shoulder and is expected to miss at least the first three games of the regular season. Burleson stepped up in December last year, finishing the month with 312 yards and five touchdowns on 20 receptions. This could signal Burleson is finally grasping the Seattle offense, which combined with his big-play ability, would make him dangerous.

CONS: The knock on Burleson has been his inconsistency. He caught just 18 passes during his first year in Seattle, and even last year he accounted for two or fewer receptions in half of his 16 games. His inconsistency also turned up with eight games of 41 receiving yards or fewer last season. There have also been questions about his effort.

FANTASY TIP: Drafters looking to take Burleson should view him as a strong No. 3 receiver with some upside. His average draft placement is currently early in the 12th round, which should improve as we move closer to the start of the season.

23) Wes Welker | New England Patriots | 5-foot-9, 185 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: Welker exploded onto the scene last year, recording 112 receptions for 1,175 and eight touchdowns. His 2007 numbers were all career highs and were more than he had in his first three seasons combined. Not even a starter in Week 1, Welker was generally consistent last year. He recorded five receptions in all but three games. Welker became a favorite target of quarterback Tom Brady because of his knack for getting open. Finally, with the offense around him, he should still be able to put up great numbers even if the Pats suffer a drop from their 2007 form.

CONS: It is simply hard to see the New England offense having another record-setting season. Brady set career bests in nearly every major category. Welker will not likely fall off completely, but expecting another year like last year is a bit much. As well, Welker had little track record before last year. He could be another one-hit wonder. He scored only one touchdown in the final seven games of the regular season. Wideout Jabar Gaffney came on strong late last year and could take away some targets. If the Pats have a healthy corps of running backs, they may rely on that aspect a bit more.

FANTASY TIP: Welker could be overvalued, particularly in non-PPR formats, this year. Owners are generally taking him in the early rounds, the beginning of the fourth to be precise, which is risky for a player with only one great year. View him as a solid No. 2 wide receiver with a high ceiling, but not as a weak No. 1, which some fantasy owners are doing.

24) Donald Driver | Green Bay Packers | 6-foot, 190 pounds | 10th Year

PROS: The elder statesman of the Packers receiving corps, Driver finished with his fourth straight 1,000-yard season in 2007. He competed in 15 games, starting 14, and he has been highly durable since 2002, missing just two games in that time. Driver was one of the Packers' most consistent receivers with more than 50 yards receiving in all but four games. He remains the starter in an offense that loves to pass the ball. As well, the Packers' division rivals - the Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions - all ranked in the NFL's bottom six in pass defense last year. Plus, will quarterback Brett Favre really return?

CONS: Driver could have been crowded out last year with wide receiver Greg Jennings and others finding paydirt more often than him. Fourth-string receiver Ruvell Martin finished with four touchdowns compared to Driver's two. Quarterback issues could pop up this year for the first time in Driver's career. Despite the rumors, Aaron Rodgers is expected to start, but there is no guarantee he can provide the stability that Favre provided under center. At 33, Driver might be close to the downside of his career.

FANTASY TIP: Driver is being selected around the middle of the sixth round, on average. With his track record, owners should view Driver as a solid No. 2 wide receiver with minimal upside, though those in point-per-reception leagues should bump his value up a bit. A Favre return, however unlikely, would do the same.

25) Calvin Johnson | Detroit Lions | 6-foot-4, 239 pounds | 2nd Year

PROS: Johnson put up solid numbers during his rookie campaign, catching 48 passes for 756 yards and four touchdowns. He showed a commitment to fight through a back injury that bothered him from Week 3 on. His size and speed make him a tough matchup for opposing defensive backs, and the presence of receiver Roy Williams on the other side makes it difficult to double him. He has all the tools to be a force in the red zone.

CONS: Johnson managed just one game with more than 100 receiving yards last year and did not catch a touchdown pass in his final five games. As such, he needs to show better consistency. He also showed a tendency to drop catchable balls and struggled to maintain his focus at times. The team expects to run more this year after they fired pass-first offensive coordinator Mike Martz (San Francisco 49ers), which could limit his targets.

FANTASY TIP: Fantasy owners are typically looking toward Johnson near the end of the fifth round. He likely is hyped this year because of his potential, which could have fantasy owners reaching for him. Selecting him at a spot where you could land other more proven options, such as Green Bay Packers receiver Donald Driver, could have you missing out on a potentially greater player in single-year leagues.

26) Chris Chambers | San Diego Chargers | 5-foot-11, 210 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: Chambers has the speed to stretch the field and the leaping ability to be an effective red zone option. After being traded from the Miami Dolphins to the Chargers before Week 8, Chambers put up respectable numbers; he recorded 35 catches, 555 yards and four touchdowns in 10 games with the club. Chambers is unlikely to see the double teams he saw with Miami Dolphins; halfback LaDainian Tomlinson and tight end Antonio Gates (toe) garner much of the attention from opposing defenses. From an injury standpoint, Chambers is about a reliable as they come, having missed only two games in his first seven seasons. His career averages are 63 receptions, 892 yards and 6.7 touchdowns per year.

CONS: In his career, Chambers has only had more than 1,000 yards receiving in a season once. After getting traded to the Chargers last season, many expected him to bust out and put up big numbers; that was not the case. In Miami, Chambers had two games in which he went over 100 yards. He failed to reach that mark even once with the Chargers. While it's a positive he may not see the double teams he saw in Miami, he figures to be the third offensive option at best after Tomlinson and Gates, even if he breaks camp as the team's primary receiver.

FANTASY TIP: Escaping Miami as well as going through a full season and camp with the Chargers can only benefit Chambers. He should be viewed as a weak No. 2 or excellent No. 3 fantasy receiver with some upside, especially if Gates isn't ready for Week 1. Look to draft him some time during the middle rounds of your draft. Chambers' average draft placement is the early seventh round, which is fair value.

Tier 7

27) Roddy White | Atlanta Falcons | 6-foot, 206 pounds | 4th Year

PROS: White falls into that class of receivers that made the jump in their third year. After totaling just 952 yards and three touchdowns combined over his first two years, White compiled 1,202 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 83 receptions last year. He is the team's undisputed No. 1 target this year after finishing the 2007 campaign strong. He recorded a touchdown in four of his last six games and averaged 89 receiving yards per contest during that time, which included three 100-yard games. Atlanta signed former San Diego Chargers running back Michael Turner to be their primary back, which could defenses honest.

CONS: White looks to have a few things working against him if he wants to repeat his 2007 success. Insecurity at the quarterback position could have a negative impact on him. Quarterback Matt Ryan has potential, but he doesn't figure to be ready right off the bat. The likelier choice to start the season, quarterback Chris Redman, was out of the league for three years before playing decent ball down the stretch last year. With a new head coach and running back in town, the Falcons plan to shift to a run-first offense. Defenses figure to pay more attention to White this year unless receivers Laurent Robinson or Michael Jenkins can emerge as viable secondary options.

FANTASY TIP: Fantasy owners are picking White around the beginning of the seventh round in most early drafts. White's best value likely comes as a strong No. 3 wide receiver; targeting him as a No. 2 option for your squad is much riskier, despite his thrilling breakout. He carries considerable risk that high given his circumstances.

28) Joey Galloway | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 5-foot-11, 197 pounds | 14th Year

PROS: Even at 36 years old, Galloway (shoulder) is still a threat to stretch the field; he was second in the league in yards per reception (17.8) and catches of 40 or more yards (eight) in 2007. Last year, Galloway recorded more than 1,000 yards receiving for the third consecutive season. During that three-year span he has averaged 67 receptions for 1,119 yards and 7.7 touchdowns per season.

CONS: Sooner or later age has to catch up with Galloway; he will turn 37 during the 2008 season. While he has had three straight 1,000-yard seasons, his reception and touchdown totals have steadily declined during that time. In 2007, Galloway was maddeningly inconsistent. He went for better than 100 yards receiving three times but was held to 50 yards or less seven times. In five games, he had two or fewer catches. Tampa Bay doesn't really have anyone else to take pressure off Galloway on the outside. Plus, their offense is built around the run and short-passing game. Galloway had shoulder surgery during the offseason but has declared himself fully recovered. Quarterback Jeff Garcia, 38, doesn't have a strong arm, limiting Galloway's downfield ability.

FANTASY TIP: While it is hard to argue with Galloway's totals over the past three years, he has a tendency to drive fantasy owners crazy with his week-to-week ups and downs. Galloway should be considered a low No. 2 or high No. 3 fantasy receiver and selected in the middle rounds of your draft. On average, Galloway is drafted in the middle of the sixth round. His upside is limited and his potential to disappoint is moderately good, although he could be a good value if he slips a round or two.

29) Hines Ward | Pittsburgh Steelers | 6-foot, 205 pounds | 11th Year

PROS: Ward battled through an injury-plagued 2007 season but still recorded respectable numbers. He hauled in 71 passes for 732 yards and reached the end zone seven times. His 71 catches led all Steelers receivers. In 2007, the Steelers passed the ball more in the red zone, a successful trend that may continue in 2008. That should lead to plenty of scoring chances for Ward, who has scored at least six times in five of the last six seasons. Offensive coordinator Bruce Arians favors a more balanced attack that goes downfield in the air.

CONS: Ward (knee) is 32 years old and is coming off offseason knee surgery. He has not had more then 1,000 receiving yards since the 2004 season. In 2007, second-year wideout Santonio Holmes emerged and could become the Steelers' No. 1 option in 2008. Rookie receiver Limas Sweed is a big red zone target and may take scoring chances away from Ward. Although the Steelers may not be a run-first team anymore, running backs Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall, this year's first-round pick, provide a one-two punch that could be tempting to rely on.

FANTASY TIP: The days of Ward being a true No. 1 receiver are over, but he still has value because he catches a lot of balls and can get into the end zone. Ward could be viewed as a low-end No. 2 receiver with some risk but is better suited as a third option. He is currently being drafted in the middle of the fifth round, which leaves him overvalued in most drafts.

30) Reggie Brown | Philadelphia Eagles | 6-foot-1, 197 pounds | 4th Year

PROS: In 2007, Brown set a career high by catching 61 passes. After getting off to a slow start, Brown was solid down the stretch. In the final four weeks he caught 22 passes for 262 yards, scoring twice. A completely healthy quarterback Donovan McNabb should be a boost as McNabb is expected to be fully recovered from his 2006 ACL surgery. Brown could emerge from training camp as the Eagles' top option at wide receiver.

CONS: Brown (hamstring) is currently dealing with a strained hamstring that requires a fairly close eye. Despite the 61 catches, Brown's season was an overall disappointment. His 12.8 yards-per-catch average was the worst of his career and a big drop from the 17.7 he averaged in 2006. His touchdown total also fell from eight in 2006 to four in 2007. Brown was expected to step up last season to claim the No. 1 receiver role, but instead that role was filled by wideout Kevin Curtis. Brown has drawn criticism for not fighting for the ball and might simply not have the mentality to be a true No. 1 option.

FANTASY TIP: After a solid 2006 campaign much was expected of Brown last season and he didn't deliver, though his strong finish in 2007 leads you to believe there is still some potential. Brown should be considered a fantasy No. 3 receiver with some upside but equal potential to disappoint again. Look to select him in the mid to late rounds of your draft. His average draft placement is the eighth round.

31) Santana Moss | Washington Redskins | 5-foot-10, 200 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: If not for a midseason letdown, Moss would likely have racked up more than 1,000 yards last year. Over the last seven games of the regular season, Moss caught 37 passes for 511 yards and three touchdowns. The Redskins hired Jim Zorn as their new head coach this offseason. Zorn, a disciple of Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Holmgren, figures to open up the offense more in 2008 than previous head coach Joe Gibbs. Zorn's quick-strike variation of the West Coast offense is run at a faster pace than last year's offense, which could benefit a speedy receiver such as Moss.

CONS: Since Moss' breakout campaign in 2005 (84 receptions, 1,483 yards and nine touchdowns), his touchdown numbers have decreased steadily, and he has failed to top 825 yards in either of the last two seasons. Heel and groin injuries limited him to just 14 games last year, and the diminutive receiver has started a full 16-game slate just once in his career (2005). The Redskins picked up a couple of new targets for quarterback Jason Campbell in this year's draft, which could mean the ball is spread around more.

FANTASY TIP: Owners are looking to take Moss around the end of th eighth round or the early ninth, on average. Look to grab him around that point if you can as a No. 3 wide receiver with great upside but also considerable risk. When healthy, he's one of fantasy football's better options, but there's always that fear, plus other said drawbacks.

32) Patrick Crayton | Dallas Cowboys | 6-foot, 205 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: The Cowboys tossed 36 touchdown passes last season (second in the NFL), and Crayton grabbed seven of them. His best effort came in Week 4, when he caught seven passes for 184 yards and two scores. Crayton finished with 50 receptions for 697 yards, both of which were career highs. He is an expected starter for a proven offense and also has upside: He's entering his fifth year, and his stats have improved every season.

CONS: Crayton is entrenched behind receiver Terrell Owens and tight end Jason Witten, both of whom surpassed 80 catches last year. Barring injury to those two, it seems unlikely Crayton will amass gaudy reception or yardage totals. He made some critical drops last season, particularly during their playoff loss. There's also a chance wideout Terry Glenn, who missed all but one game last year, will return from a contract dispute and reduce Crayton's looks.

FANTASY TIP: Any wideout that scored seven touchdowns last year deserves respect. Crayton is a bona fide No. 3 receiver with upside and minimal risk. Crayton has been drafted at the start of the ninth round, which is about where a No. 3 receiver belongs.

33) Bernard Berrian | Minnesota Vikings | 6-foot-1, 185 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: In 2007, Berrian set career highs in receptions (71) and yards (951) despite catching passes from three different starting quarterbacks. Berrian signed with Minnesota this offseason and immediately becomes their No. 1 receiver. He has scored 11 times in the past two seasons. Berrian boasts excellent deep speed, which should be aided by playing in the Metrodome rather than outdoors at Soldier Field.

CONS: Berrian has escaped the quarterback situation with the Chicago Bears, and the Vikings' scenario may not be much better. Quarterback Tarvaris Jackson is still a work in progress and doesn't exactly invoke confidence. The Vikings are a run-first team, with second-year halfback Adrian Peterson and backup tailback Chester Taylor leading the NFL's top rushing offense from 2007. Berrian has never totaled more than 1,000 yards receiving in a season during his career, and the Vikings haven't had anyone record more than 651 receiving yards since 2004.

FANTASY TIP: Berrian has some big-play ability and shows flashes of being a very good fantasy receiver. He should be viewed as a No. 3 pass catcher with some risk/reward based on a suspect Vikings' passing game. Berrian has been drafted around the midpoint of the ninth round.

34) Vincent Jackson | San Diego Chargers | 6-foot-5, 241 pounds | 4th Year

PROS: Jackson is a textbook red zone target, a 6-foot-5 leaper who holds his ground at 241 pounds. In 2006, six of his 27 receptions were touchdowns. Last season, he amassed highs in catches (41) and receiving yards (623). Entering his fourth campaign - his third with quarterback Philip Rivers - his stats could rise. Jackson dominated the postseason, catching 18 passes for 300 yards and two scores in three games. 

CONS: Jackson scored only three times in the regular season. In the Chargers offense, he is clearly the fourth option behind tight end Antonio Gates (toe), running back LaDainian Tomlinson and wide receiver Chris Chambers. San Diego's offense simply doesn't offer much of a No. 2 receiver, in terms of production. His inconsistency will be his biggest drawback, and it makes him difficult to play on a week-to-week basis.

FANTASY TIP: Though Jackson has terrific upside, he remains a questionable No. 3 fantasy receiver because of pedestrian regular season stats and the limited opportunity in San Diego. In drafts polled, his average position has been in the seventh round, which is an optimistic valuation. We think he could be a quality red zone threat but shouldn't see a lot of passes come his way.

Tier 8

35) Dwayne Bowe | Kansas City Chiefs | 6-foot-2, 221 pounds | 2nd Year

PROS: Bowe burst onto the scene as a rookie with 70 receptions for 995 yards (14.2 yards per catch) and five visits to the end zone. Bowe has an excellent combination of size and speed. He can stretch the field and is big enough to be a red zone threat. Bowe is the No. 1 receiver in Kansas City, but the presence of tight end Tony Gonzalez should draw enough attention to allow Bowe to frequently work against single coverage.

CONS: Quarterback Brodie Croyle is the starter in Kansas City, and he managed just six touchdown passes last season in 224 attempts while adding six interceptions. His continued development is critical to Bowe's success, as Bowe's best games came with quarterback Damon Huard under center. In Croyle's six starts, Bowe averaged 56 yards and 0.33 touchdowns per game.

FANTASY TIP: If Bowe were on another team his value would be much higher. As it stands, he should be considered a No. 3 receiver with some upside and, at least, a modest amount of risk based on the quarterback situation. His draft placement at the beginning of Round 6 is far too high.

36) Anthony Gonzalez | Indianapolis Colts | 6-foot, 193 pounds | 2nd Year

PROS: With receiver Marvin Harrison (knee) missing most of last season, Gonzalez stepped it up down the stretch. His best effort came in Week 14 when he went for 134 yards and two touchdowns. However, it wasn't his only strong performance - he racked up 347 and three touchdowns from Weeks 12-15. The Colts love to throw the ball, and if Harrison can't answer the bell, Gonzalez could become a breakout fantasy option.

CONS: In the five games he played with Harrison, Gonzalez managed just 107 yards on six receptions. He did not find the end zone until the final month of the regular season. If Harrison returns healthy, Gonzalez could become the fourth option behind All-Pro receiver Reggie Wayne, Harrison and tight end Dallas Clark. Plus, halfback Joseph Addai needs to get his touches through the air. Gonzalez missed three games due to injury.

FANTASY TIP: While Gonzalez would make a nice addition to any squad as a No. 4 receiver with big upside, he is being overvalued at his current draft spot in the early eighth round. Much of his 2008 value depends on what the Colts get from Harrison, which makes him a risky proposition that early.

37) Amani Toomer | New York Giants | 6-foot-3, 203 pounds | 13th Year

PROS: Toomer had at least four catches in nine of 16 games and more than 80 receiving yards four times. He finished with 59 receptions for 760 yards and three touchdowns. Entering his fifth season with quarterback Eli Manning, Toomer remains a starter on a balanced offense. His postseason numbers (21 receptions, 280 yards and three touchdowns) proved he could still perform at a high level.

CONS: He is clearly behind receiver Plaxico Burress and tight end Jeremy Shockey in the pecking order. He also turns 34 in September and has lost some speed, which limits his ability to stretch the field or make big plays with any regularity. He hasn't surpassed 65 receptions or 800 receiving yards since 2003. Furthermore, gifted second-year wideout Steven Smith (14 receptions for 152 yards in the playoffs) is likely to vulture some looks.

FANTASY TIP: Toomer carries minimal risk with almost no upside as a No. 4 fantasy receiver and usually is drafted as a No. 5. He gets a bump in point-per-reception formats but is primarily a steady depth option. He has gone undrafted in several leagues and carries an average draft position in the 17th round when selected, which makes him a potential late-round value.

38) Javon Walker | Oakland Raiders | 6-foot-3, 215 pounds | 7th Year

PROS: After being cut by the Denver Broncos in the offseason, Walker (knee) signed with the Raiders, where he becomes their most dangerous option in the passing game. In his last two full seasons, Walker has averaged 79 receptions for 1,233 yards and 10 touchdowns. If fully recovered, he could still rank among the NFL's most explosive deep threats and is a threat to score every time he touches the ball.

CONS: Walker has been troubled by knee injuries during the past few seasons, missing 23 games during a three-year span. Reports suggest he isn't healthy yet and that he had to be talked out of retirement. In 2007, he played in only eight games and managed just 26 receptions for 287 yards without a touchdown. The Raiders have a stable of quality running backs, highlighted by first-round pick Darren McFadden, and figure to become more of a running offense as second-year quarterback JaMarcus Russell grows into the position. Walker has also endured some difficult times off the field.

FANTASY TIP: Walker in coming off another knee surgery, and he's reportedly out of shape. Our sources say he doesn't look like he is healthy. Without a positive update, Walker will continue to slide down our rankings each week. He's currently being selected in the middle of Round 8, which is a bit early. You can likely land him in the waning rounds of your draft as a No. 4 or No. 5 receiver.

39) Derrick Mason | Baltimore Ravens | 5-foot-10, 192 pounds | 12th Year

PROS: Mason has surpassed 70 catches and 1,000 receiving yards in six of the past seven seasons. Last year, he made 103 receptions, ranking fourth, for 1,087 yards and five touchdowns. He runs great routes, has great hands and he hasn't missed a game since 2002.

CONS: Mason is 34 years old, and he doesn't score much: He has scored only 10 touchdowns in the past three seasons. In addition, the Ravens are unstable at quarterback, with Kyle Boller, Troy Smith and rookie Joe Flacco competing for snaps. Moreover, Pro Bowl tight end Todd Heap missed 10 games last season with a hamstring injury. A healed Heap could diminish Mason's totals, and so could a resurgent Mark Clayton. The fourth-year wideout outperformed Mason in 2006 and has been productive when healthy.

FANTASY TIP: Despite the risks, Mason is a legit No. 3 fantasy receiver, especially in point-per-reception leagues. In drafts polled, his average position has been in the ninth round, which is a fair value for Mason. Don't expect him to replicate last season's statistics, however. 

Tier 9

40) Sidney Rice | Minnesota Vikings | 6-foot-4, 202 pounds | 2nd Year

PROS: Rice is projected to start opposite wide receiver Bernard Berrian. During his rookie campaign, Rice showed flashes with receiving games of 75, 66 and 82 yards. He also showed some big-play potential with 60-yard and 40-yard touchdown catches. Rice has good size and is an emerging force in the red zone, leading the team with four touchdown receptions in 2007.

CONS: Aside from a few solid games, Rice was largely non-existent, finishing with just 31 receptions for 396 yards. He only topped 30 yards four times and missed three games with hamstring and ankle injuries. Quarterback Tarvaris Jackson is the expected starter, and he is anything but a surefire option under center. The Vikings offense figures to run through halfback Adrian Peterson in 2008, which may once again relegate the passing game to little more than an afterthought.

FANTASY TIP: Fantasy owners are opening up to Rice. He is a popular sleeper pick and is going near the beginning of the 12th round in most drafts. Look to grab him as a fourth receiver with good upside.

41) Isaac Bruce | San Francisco 49ers | 6-foot, 188 pounds | 15th Year

PROS: With Mike Martz as the 49ers' new offensive coordinator, Bruce returns to a system he mastered with the St. Louis Rams in 1999-2005. Bruce is the only wideout on the roster who has had a 1,000-yard campaign in either of the past two seasons. In 2006, Bruce finished with 74 catches and 1,098 receiving yards. Last season, his totals slipped to 55 catches for 733 yards, but he missed two games with injuries.

CONS: Bruce turns 36 this year, and he has caught only 10 total touchdowns in the past three seasons. That poor red zone productivity might not change, given the 49ers' shaky quarterbacking. Moreover, Bruce may get challenged for the top receiver job by Bryant Johnson, a fifth-year veteran with 22 50-yard games on his resume. 

FANTASY TIP: Bruce is a No. 4 fantasy receiver without notable upside. His downside likely is a repeat of last season's numbers. In drafts polled, his average position has been in the 15th round, a bargain for a player who could be his team's top wideout.

42) Donte' Stallworth | Cleveland Browns | 6-foot, 200 pounds | 7th Year

PROS: Last year, with the New England Patriots, all three of Stallworth's touchdown catches were from 30 yards or longer away. In other words, when Stallworth scored, he scored big for fantasy owners, because his touchdowns accompanied long gains. Now he joins a Browns offense that ranked eighth in touchdown passes. Stallworth's fragility may be behind him: He has played all 16 games in three of the past four seasons.

CONS: Stallworth is the third option in the Browns' passing game after wide receiver Braylon Edwards and tight end Kellen Winslow (knee). In that role last season, wide receiver Joe Jurevicius (knee) was a fantasy nonentity, catching 50 passes for 614 yards and three scores. Stallworth is no lock to blow away those numbers, despite his big-play ability. Only once in his career - in 2005 - has Stallworth exceeded 60 catches or 800 receiving yards. There is no guarantee that quarterback Derek Anderson is legit, either. Stallworth, who normally plays the deep threat, will have to battle star wideout Braylon Edwards for that role in the offense. 

FANTASY TIP: Stallworth has high upside and low risk as a No. 4 fantasy receiver. At worst, his stats should mirror what Jurevicius posted last season. At best, he'll have several 100-yard games (he has 13 in his career). In drafts reviewed, Stallworth's average position has been in the late 10th to early 11th rounds. He's a reasonable value pick at that juncture, but don't expect monster production.

43) Jerry Porter | Jacksonville Jaguars | 6-foot-2, 220 pounds | 9th Year

PROS: Porter arrives in Jacksonville with high expectations. He had widely reported run-ins with the coaching staff of the Oakland Raiders but comes to Jacksonville with a new lease on life and the No. 1 receiver job to lose. Porter has the size to be a very good red zone target. Porter should benefit from having quarterback David Garrard delivering the ball after playing with several different signal callers throughout his time in Oakland.

CONS: Porter suffered a hamstring injury and will miss the rest of training camp, which is costly when learning a new offense. The Jaguars have a stable of receivers including Reggie Williams (knee), Troy Williamson, Dennis Northcutt and Mike Walker. That might sound good on the surface, but Jacksonville is a run-first team so with all those options on the outside receptions may be hard to come by for Porter. The 30-year-old has teased many times with his potential but has never lived up to the hype. Even after eight seasons he remains inconsistent in both his route running and catching the ball.

FANTASY TIP: Consider Porter a weak No. 4 receiver with almost no upside. He's being selected at the start of the 11th round, which should change as the public reacts to his injury. We advise to stay away from him at all costs.

44) Drew Bennett | St. Louis Rams | 6-foot-5, 206 pounds | 8th Year

PROS: The departure of wide receiver Isaac Bruce (San Francisco 49ers) creates an opportunity for the 6-foot-5 Bennett, who tantalized fantasy owners with his brilliant 2004 campaign of 80 catches for 1,260 yards and 11 touchdowns. Now Bennett, who is turns 30 this year, is slated to start on a skilled offense. His quarterback, Marc Bulger, who battled through injuries last season, threw for 4,308 yards when he was healthy in 2006.

CONS: Since 2004, Bennett has not posted numbers worthy of a fantasy roster spot. Last season, as a backup, he had 33 catches for 375 yards and three touchdowns; more tellingly, he could not unseat Bruce from the lineup. In 2006, as a starter for the Tennessee Titans, Bennett hardly set the world on fire: He recorded 46 catches for 737 yards and three touchdowns.

FANTASY TIP: Bennett has moderate upside and similar risk, but as a No. 4 fantasy receiver there are many worse options available. He appears to be a lock to start on a talented offense. In drafts polled, his average position has been in the 17th round, where he's an outstanding value.

45) Ted Ginn Jr. | Miami Dolphins | 5-foot-11, 178 pounds | 2nd Year

PROS: Ginn improved in the second half of his rookie season. In Weeks 10-17 - after the Dolphins traded receiver Chris Chambers (San Diego Chargers) - Ginn caught 27 passes for 279 yards. This season, Ginn is the likely starter on an offense that looks to have upgraded at offensive line and quarterback. With his tremendous speed, Ginn is a threat to score every time he gets the ball.

CONS: In nine of his 16 games, Ginn had one or zero catches, and he scored just twice. Ginn is a second-year player at a position where many need three or four seasons to reach statistical legitimacy. Ginn is undersized and has yet to show a willingness to work over the middle. The team may have upgraded under center, but their quarterback situation remains far from ideal. They also figure to be a run-first offense.

FANTASY TIP: It's a bit of a reach to rely on Ginn as a No. 4 receiver as he's better as a fifth option with some upside. He is being drafted in the early 16th round, on average, which is a good time to roll the dice on Ginn.

46) Bryant Johnson | San Francisco 49ers | 6-foot-3, 213 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: After four years of playing in the shadows of Arizona Cardinals wideouts Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald, Johnson has a shot at a regular starting job with the 49ers. Johnson has been steady in a reserve role, catching between 40 and 49 passes each of the last four years, along with showing flashes of being something more. He has good size and should benefit from the offseason hiring of offensive coordinator Mike Martz, who has always favored a heavy dose of the passing game.

CONS: The 17th overall pick in 2003, Johnson has never lived up to expectations. The 49ers have struggled under the play of quarterback Alex D. Smith; the alternatives are career backup quarterbacks Shaun Hill and J.T. O'Sullivan. Johnson is by no means guaranteed a starting spot with receivers Arnaz Battle and Isaac Bruce also in the mix.

FANTASY TIP: Johnson has teased fantasy owners in the past, but this year he's in a better situation for playing time and is worthy of a late-round flier as a depth receiver. His 13th-round average draft position seems about the right time to roll the dice on the sixth-year wideout if you are looking for a fourth receiver.

47) Muhsin Muhammad | Carolina Panthers | 6-foot-2, 215 | 13th Year

PROS: Muhammad is a veteran possession receiver and is familiar with quarterback Jake Delhomme. Entering his second stint with the Panthers, Muhammad figures to be the primary focus for at least the first two games of the season with wide receiver Steve Smith serving a suspension. Moose is expected to be the No. 2 receiver in the offense.

CONS: Entering his 13th season, the 35-year-old receiver is long in the tooth and doesn't offer any notable big-play ability. He will probably lose a few looks each week to wide receiver D.J. Hackett, and Carolina plans to recommit to a power-running offense.

FANTASY TIP: Returning to where he started, Muhammad is an excellent possession receiver for point-per-reception league owners. Muhammad is a late draft pick as a No. 5 or No. 6 receiver in deep formats due to his lack of upside.

Tier 10

48) Reggie Williams | Jacksonville Jaguars | 6-foot-4, 212 pounds | 5th Year

PROS: In 2007, Williams proved to be an excellent red zone threat, hauling in 10 touchdowns on only 38 receptions. Williams' great size all but ensures he'll continue to be a factor down there for the foreseeable future, as well. He also set career highs in yards (629) and yards per catch (16.5). With quarterback David Garrard having a breakout season in 2007, Jacksonville has the stability at quarterback that should only help Williams continue to grow as a receiver.

CONS: Williams damaged cartilage in his knee and has undergone arthroscopic knee surgery. He is expected to miss several weeks and perhaps the entire offseason. During the offseason the Jaguars brought in two wide receivers, Jerry Porter (Oakland Raiders) and Troy Williamson (Minnesota Vikings), which further muddies an already unclear Jacksonville receiving picture. Williams' value is almost entirely dependent on touchdowns as he had only 100-yard game and accounted for fewer than 20 receiving yards six times in 2007. The Jaguars are always a run-first team with halfbacks Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew providing an outstanding one-two punch.

FANTASY TIP: With Porter and Williamson in the fold, Williams may find it hard to replicate his 2007 totals. He should be considered a low-end No. 4 or a reasonable No. 5 receiver and appears overvalued at his current average draft position in the middle of the ninth round.

49) Roydell Williams | Tennessee Titans | 6-foot, 187 pounds | 4th Year

PROS: A fourth-year breakout candidate entering his third season with quarterback Vince Young, Williams (ankle) led the Titans with 22 receptions for 311 yards and three touchdowns in Weeks 13-17. Overall, he registered 55 catches for 719 yards and four touchdowns. If he can build on his strong finish, Williams could serve as the team's top receiving option.

CONS: The Titans offense isn't ideal. The Titans led the NFL in rushing attempts (543) and drafted running back Chris Johnson in the first-round of this year's draft. Young threw only nine touchdown passes and his top target could be tight end Alge Crumpler. Moreover, Young must adjust to new offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger. Williams also has a nagging right ankle injury, and he faces internal competition from wideouts Brandon Jones, Justin Gage and Justin McCareins.

FANTASY TIP: Williams has upside as a No. 4 fantasy receiver but his risk is significant, competing for catches in a run-first offense. In polled drafts, Williams' average selection has been in the 17th round, which would be good value for an emerging talent with room to improve.

50) Darrell Jackson | Denver Broncos | 6-foot, 206 pounds | 9th Year

PROS: Jackson is just one season removed from a 956-yard, 10-touchdown effort. He has moved to an offense that should have more weapons and better play from their quarterback. This might be a double-edged sword, but it should still benefit the veteran. Jackson is good at working the sidelines and underneath; if he can earn the starting spot opposite receiver Brandon Marshall, he could post solid totals. He should be familiar with Denver's offensive approach after his years with the Seattle Seahawks.

CONS: Jackson has not been the healthiest receiver over the last three years. He missed only one game last season, but sat out a total of 13 in the two years preceding that. He managed just 497 yards and three touchdowns on 46 receptions last year, all career lows excluding his injury-shortened 2005 season. Jackson has been notorious for dropping passes, which isn't the best way to gain the confidence of a young signal caller.

FANTASY TIP: Fantasy owners have been grabbing Jackson around the middle of the 11th round. His name value could make him overvalued, and he should be viewed as no more than a No. 5 receiver.

51) Kevin Curtis | Philadelphia Eagles | 6-foot, 186 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: Curtis, in his first season with the Eagles, clearly developed good chemistry with quarterback Donovan McNabb, setting career highs in receptions (77), receiving yards (1,110) and yards per catch (14.4). He also added six touchdowns in 2007. Head coach Andy Reid loves to air it out, with the Eagles finishing in the top 10 in passing attempts four straight seasons, which means there should be plenty of balls to go around.

CONS: The season totals for Curtis were good, but the frustrating part for fantasy owners was the week-to-week inconsistency. He recorded more than 100 yards receiving three times, including a 221-yard game in Week 3, but was held to less than 30 yards four times. Three of his six touchdowns came in Week 3, and he failed to score in 12 games. Curtis is a bit undersized and lacks elite speed. The biggest concern is that he suffered a sports hernia and will miss several weeks worth of time into the NFL regular season. A player whose game is predicated on speed and being shifty, this injury could be slow to recover from.

FANTASY TIP: Curtis drove owners crazy with his inconsistency last season and was not as good of a fantasy option as his overall numbers suggest because of it. Despite the injury, he should still be considered a No. 4 receiver if you are willing to take a chance on him.  

52) Bobby Engram | Seattle Seahawks | 5-foot-10, 192 pounds | 13th Year

PROS: Engram's production was a big surprise in 2007, and he was named the Comeback Player of the Year. The sure-handed receiver posted career highs in both receptions (94) and yards (1,147) while matching his personal best with six touchdowns. Engram was quarterback Matt Hasselbeck's favorite receiving option last season, which could continue in 2008 with wideout Deion Branch (knee) still recovering from reconstructive knee surgery and receiver D.J. Hackett signing with the Carolina Panthers.

CONS: Engram (shoulder) is 35 years old and entering his 13th NFL season. Before last season, Engram had missed a total of 15 games over his previous three years combined, and he is now dealing with a cracked bone in his shoulder. He's almost exclusively a possession receiver at this point in his career with suspect speed and size. The Seahawks rebuilt their 20th-ranked rushing attack during the offseason, but teams figure to focus on stopping the passing game until Seattle proves they can again run the ball.

FANTASY TIP: Seattle is counting on Engram, but fantasy owners can't rely on him as anything more than a No. 4 receiver with additional value in point-per-reception leagues. He's currently being taken around the middle of the eighth round, which is subject to change after his latest injury.

53) Deion Branch | Seattle Seahawks | 5-foot-9, 192 pounds | 7th Year

PROS: Entering his third campaign in Seattle, Branch has flashed brilliance, racking up 20 catches for 329 yards in Weeks 2-4. Then, in Weeks 12-15, he totaled 21 receptions, 263 yards and three touchdowns. He finished the season with 49 catches for 661 yards and four scores in 11 games. If healthy, Branch could improve those numbers, with receiver Bobby Engram (shoulder) injured and wideout D.J. Hackett (Carolina Panthers) leaving in free agency.

CONS: Branch has never surpassed 80 catches or 1,000 receiving yards in a season. Only once has he played all 16 games, and he has missed seven in two years with the Seahawks. To make matters worse, he had offseason knee surgery after tearing his ACL in mid-January. He could open the season on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, which would mean he could not play until Week 6, and even then, he might need time to reach peak form.

FANTASY TIP: Branch is a No. 5 fantasy receiver with substantial risk and moderate upside. His average position has been late in Round 10, which is too high for an average player who may not be ready when the season starts.

54) Demetrius Williams | Baltimore Ravens | 6-foot-2, 197 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Williams has respectable size and could prove to be a capable red zone target. No. 2 wide receiver Mark Clayton struggled through most of the 2007 season, and Williams has a legitimate chance to unseat him for the starting job. Williams impressed in limited play last year before being sidelined by an ankle injury.

CONS: Williams has almost no track record, a shaky quarterback situation and is in what is expected to be a run-first offense. Coming off an ankle injury, Williams may prove to be injury prone.

FANTASY TIP: However, with an unknown starter at quarterback - possibly a rookie - and a new coaching staff, Williams should be pushed down your fantasy ladder a few rungs. Upside isn't always enough, and Williams should be a late-round flier pick, at best.

55) Brandon Stokley | Denver Broncos | 5-foot-11, 192 pounds | 10th Year

PROS: When healthy, Stokley is one of the game's most dangerous slot receivers. Following the team's Week 6 Bye last season, Stokley accounted for 50 or more receiving yards five times in the eight games he played in. The emergence of receiver Brandon Marshall should ensure Stokley works primarily in one-on-one situations, and he could capitalize on Marshall's upcoming suspension. Quarterback Jay Cutler improved as the 2007 season wore on and that improvement should benefit Stokley in 2008.

CONS: The words durability and Stokley are rarely found in the same sentence as the 10-year veteran has played a full 16 games just twice in his career. He appeared in 13 games a year ago but played only four in 2006. There is a pretty firm ceiling on Stokley, who outside of a monstrous '05 campaign has never caught more than 41 passes or gained better than 635 yards over his career. The Broncos overhauled their receiving corps during the offseason, which means there could be fewer balls to go around.

FANTASY TIP: Stokley is decent late-round roster filler as he should be able to step in and register a few points to cover Bye weeks or injuries. Obviously, his early season value should be higher with Marshall out.

56) Derek Hagan | Miami Dolphins | 6-foot-2, 215 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: A possession receiver, Hagan has respectable hands. He has surpassed wideout Ernest Wilford to claim the No. 2 gig in the starting lineup. More stability at quarterback can be expected with Chad Pennington penciled in as the starter.

CONS: The Dolphins offense is a mess. Should Pennington show his fragility once again, the corps of passers throwing to Hagan wouldn't be pretty. Miami figures to be a run-first offense.

FANTASY TIP: Hagan earned his first start in 2007 and finished with eight catches for 93 yards. Hagan figures to be hard-pressed to put up respectable fantasy numbers. He should be left undrafted in shallow leagues but has some value as a No. 5 or 6 in the deeper formats.

57) David Patten | New Orleans Saints | 5-foot-10, 190 pounds | 12th Year

PROS: The 33-year-old Patten had a solid 2007 campaign (54 receptions, 792 yards), and he should hold off receiver Robert Meachem for the No. 2 job. Quarterback Drew Brees is a proven commodity at quarterback, so he can only help Patten's value. The team is a pass-first, high-octane offense.

CONS: A 2007 first-round pick, Meachem has looked good in camp, which is worrisome for Patten. Patten has the experience edge over Meachem, though he has never sustained a consistent effort for a full season and has missed 28 games over the past five years.

FANTASY TIP: At best, Patten is worth drafting as a low-upside No. 5 fantasy receiver, which still looks to be a shaky proposition at this time.

58) Hank Baskett | Philadelphia Eagles | 6-foot-4, 220 pounds | 3rd Year

PROS: Baskett is an awesome red zone target and is expected to have a chance at replacing wideout Kevin Curtis (hernia) during the early weeks that Curtis will be unavailable. At worst, Baskett should assume the slot role. He and quarterback Donovan McNabb have a good rapport, so there is reason to believe this could be a bit of a breakout campaign.

CONS: Relatively untested, Baskett is stepping into uncharted waters. If he is a starter, how will he handle the pressure? The Eagles have a lot of weapons to work with in their offense, so Baskett could be overshadowed.

FANTASY TIP: Don't bother drafting Baskett in any format, but he could be worthy of a waiver wire pickup as the season goes along. If you are in a very deep league and want to take a risky flier in the final round, give him a whirl, but you'll probably have to cut him early on.

59) Justin Gage | Tennessee Titans | 6-foot-4, 212 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: Gage appears to have finally found his niche with the Titans. He turned in his best effort in Week 17 (104 yards, seven receptions) and was simply a better receiver during the second half of the 2007 season with 550 of his 750 yards and both touchdowns coming in the final two months. He set or matched career highs across the board last season and could do so again in 2008 if he builds on his strong finish.

CONS: Outside of last year, Gage has done relatively little during his career. Even last season he did little over the first eight games and does not have an adequate body of work to rely on. A new offensive coordinator means Gage may not fit the new system as well and could regress. Quarterback Vince Young threw just nine touchdowns last year, which ranked dead last in the league. The addition of tight end Alge Crumpler could cut into the number of balls thrown to receivers.

FANTASY TIP: While he is expected to start for the Titans, consider Gage a No. 5 receiver that should be drafted no earlier than the final round of standard 12-team drafts.

60) Jabar Gaffney | New England Patriots | 6-foot-1, 200 pounds | 7th Year

PROS: Gaffney is in a battle to replace Donte' Stallworth (Cleveland Browns) as the No. 2 opposite wideout Randy Moss. The Patriots love to air it out, and having quarterback Tom Brady slinging the rock never hurts. Gaffney scored a career-high five touchdowns in 2007 while playing in a limited role.

CONS: Despite likely being the No. 2 receiver, Gaffney would be, at best, the third option. Gaffney is a possession receiver and not a big-play threat. New England spreads the ball around too much to make everyone fantasy stars; there simply may not be enough passes to go around.

FANTASY TIP: Gaffney figures to be a reasonable player to take a chance on in deep point-per-reception leagues as a weak No. 4 or strong No. 5. His average draft placement is the 13th round.

61) Antwaan Randle El | Washington Redskins | 5-foot-10, 190 pounds | 7th Year

PROS: Randle El exhibited his big-play potential with two 100-yard efforts in the first four weeks last year. He is a decent possession threat and had at least three receptions and 40 yards nine times last season. Randle El looks set to assume a starting spot in an offense that could feature more passing than last year.

CONS: Outside of his two 100-yard games, Randle El did not post many big performances. He finished with less than 45 receiving yards in nine games last year. He also did not find the end zone until Week 16. While he is expected to win a starting spot, there are two rookies in Washington (receivers Malcolm Kelly and Devin Thomas) who could be great fits in the team's new West Coast offense. At the very least, expect them to cut into Randle El's playing time.

FANTASY TIP: Randle El is being targeted in the 16th round in polled fantasy drafts. With decent big-play potential, Randle El is worth a look as a weak No. 5 receiver.

62) Ike Hilliard | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 5-foot-11, 210 pounds | 12th Year

PROS: Hilliard finished with 722 receiving yards last year, his most since 2000. His 62 receptions marked the second most of his career. He was a consistent threat last year, finishing with three more or receptions in 11 games. Hilliard, who runs precise routes and has sure hands, was a good fit for the Buccaneers' short-passing offense last year.

CONS: He did not have a great second half to the season. After Week 7, Hilliard did not catch another touchdown and only once did he manage more than 50 receiving yards in a game. At 32, age has to catch up with Hilliard sooner or later. As well, quarterback Jeff Garcia, age 38, might not have many good seasons left in him, and the team does not have much depth behind Garcia.

FANTASY TIP: With Hilliard's advancing age, it might be best to avoid Hilliard in fantasy drafts. Owners are doing exactly that in most standard drafts. If you do take him, view him as a No. 5 receiver void of upside.

63) Marty Booker | Chicago Bears | 6-foot, 210 pounds | 10th Year

PROS: The Bears lost receivers Muhsin Muhammad (Carolina Panthers) and Bernard Berrian (Minnesota Vikings) during the offseason, leaving Booker as their expected No. 1 option. In 2006, he was able to contribute three 100-yard games, finishing with 747 yards and six touchdowns on the season. Perhaps his struggles with the Miami Dolphins last season could be chalked up to weak quarterback play and an all-around poor offense.

CONS: Moving to quarterback Kyle Orton in Chicago might not be an upgrade from last season's group in Miami. The Bears offense figures to be centered on running the football and avoiding turnovers, which could leave minimal action for their receivers. Booker hasn't played a full 16-game slate since 2002, and in the past five seasons he hasn't exceeded 55 receptions or 750 yards in a single campaign.

FANTASY TIP: Booker has yet to be selected in more than 220 polled drafts, which is a bit excessive. At this point in his career, Booker might only be a weekly play based on matchups. However, he figures to be Chicago's top option on the outside and has value as a No. 5 receiver without upside.

64) Chris Henry | Free agent | 6-foot-4, 200 pounds | 4rd Year

PROS: Henry is back in Cincinnati after being released this spring, and the troubled receiver should step right into the slot role after a four-game suspension. He has averaged a touchdown every 5.2 receptions in his career, which is an eye-popping number. The offense should provide him enough looks to contribute, especially in the red zone where his size is so valuable.

CONS: Henry is likely one gaffe away from being suspended for what one could guess would be the rest of his playing days. A four-game suspension makes him tough to draft, and who knows what kind of trouble he could get into while not under the team's supervision during that time.

FANTASY TIP: Feel free to take a shot on Henry as a sixth receiver or a weak No. 5 if you can afford to do such. He will be ineligible to play for the first four games, so you can't expect a lot from him once he returns.

65) Kevin Walter | Houston Texans | 6-foot-3, 215 pounds | 6th Year

PROS: Walter proved to be a fairly consistent option after the third week of the season last year. He finished with at least 67 receiving yards in seven games and only dropped below 31 yards twice. As well, all four of his touchdowns came during this time.

CONS: Prior to 2007, Walter had totaled just 456 receiving yards over four seasons, giving reason to believe he might just be a one-hit wonder. The Texans' rushing game did not accomplish much last year, ranking 22nd in the league in yardage. They need to be better in order to take pressure off the passing game.

FANTASY TIP: Walter is going around the 17th stanza of standard fantasy drafts. Owners drafting Walter should view him as a weak No. 5 receiver with minimal upside. As a last-round pick, Walter has decent upside, especially in a point-per-reception league.

Tier 11

66) Andre' Davis | Houston Texans | 6-foot-1, 195 pounds | 7th Year