Heath Miller, TE, Pittsburgh Steelers

July 27, 2010 @ 12:13:00

By Bryce McRae
Edited by Cory J. Bonini

Heath Miller | Pittsburgh Steelers | 6-foot-5, 256 pounds | 6th year

2010 Projected NFL/Fantasy Football Statistics

Rec		Rec Yds		Rec TD
Lo	Hi	Lo	Hi	Lo	Hi
55	65	621	721	4	6

Pros: Uncertainty at wide receiver should push Miller up the pecking order for looks, or at least solidify his spot on the list. The vet finished last year with 76 receptions for 789 yards - both career highs. He also scored six touchdowns and has at least five in four of his five seasons. Quarterback Byron Leftwich has one of the NFL's slowest releases; Miller could be a favorite target so Leftwich can get the ball out before the defense closes.

Cons: This offense could stagnate with Leftwich under center; they might lean heavily on the run. There isn't much chemistry between Miller and his quarterback, at least until Ben Roethlisberger returns from his suspension. Offensive tackle Willie Colon (Achilles') will miss the entire season because of a ruptured Achilles' tendon; Miller could be called on to block more with Colon out.

Fantasy tip: Fantasy owners aren't taking Miller until the 18th round, on average. Don't let him slip that far. He makes for a fine selection as a No. 2 tight end, or even as a No. 1, if you prefer holding off. He's further evidence of the depth at this position.

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Bryce McRae
Bryce McRae is a Managing Editor with KFFL and has been involved in fantasy sports since 1999. He joined KFFL as a volunteer writer in March 2005 before becoming a Hot off the Wire Analyst in March 2006. He began working in his current capacity in September 2008. His work has appeared on fantasy sports sites such as Yahoo! and CBS Sportsline as well as in print. He graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2008 with a B.A. in History and U.S. Studies.

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