For those of us in Keeper/Dynasty leagues, the pressure of choosing the right keeper can be massive. What's more, we're always looking for that darkhorse RB who will come out of the shadows and into Fantasy Dominance next year. Here is a list of players I believe have a chance to be that darkhorse RB in 2008 or 2009. Of course, all of these guys are question marks and many chips would have to fall into place, but who do YOU think has the best chance at being a Fantasy BEAST next year, or even years down the road. Who would YOU keep?
In no particular order:
Chris Henry, RB, Ten: 2007 Rookie backup to Lendale White and Chris Brown. Brown is rumored to be leaving in the offseason, and White may open up his own McDonalds.
Brandon Jackson, RB, GB: 2007 Rookie could have had the starting spot but lost it to Ryan Grant. Many "experts" say Jackson and Grant will still fight for the starting spot next year.
Maurice Morris, RB, SEA: Backup to the failing Shawn Alexander. Already splitting time this season and has played admirably. Rumor is Shawn could be DONE. Is he starter material?
Adrian Peterson, RB, CHI: Not THAT Adrian Peterson, this guy filled in for the abysmal Cedric Benson and splits carries with Garrett Wolfe. Good pass catcher, but is he the total package?
Pierre Thomas, RB, NO: Reggie Bush clearly cannot sustain being the single back in this offense and rumor has it they could move him to a split-end role. Thomas could be the next Deuce but what about Stecker?
Kenny Watson, RB, CIN: Great player when he had the chance. In a timeshare with Rudi Johnson and Kenny Irons is coming off injury reserve in 2008.
Jason Wright, RB, CLE: Fast, physical RB with good vision, but he's behind Jamal Lewis who had a renaissance of sorts this season. Rumor is Jamal could be traded.
So who, if any, has the best shot to be a STUD next year?
In no particular order:
Chris Henry, RB, Ten: 2007 Rookie backup to Lendale White and Chris Brown. Brown is rumored to be leaving in the offseason, and White may open up his own McDonalds.
Brandon Jackson, RB, GB: 2007 Rookie could have had the starting spot but lost it to Ryan Grant. Many "experts" say Jackson and Grant will still fight for the starting spot next year.
Maurice Morris, RB, SEA: Backup to the failing Shawn Alexander. Already splitting time this season and has played admirably. Rumor is Shawn could be DONE. Is he starter material?
Adrian Peterson, RB, CHI: Not THAT Adrian Peterson, this guy filled in for the abysmal Cedric Benson and splits carries with Garrett Wolfe. Good pass catcher, but is he the total package?
Pierre Thomas, RB, NO: Reggie Bush clearly cannot sustain being the single back in this offense and rumor has it they could move him to a split-end role. Thomas could be the next Deuce but what about Stecker?
Kenny Watson, RB, CIN: Great player when he had the chance. In a timeshare with Rudi Johnson and Kenny Irons is coming off injury reserve in 2008.
Jason Wright, RB, CLE: Fast, physical RB with good vision, but he's behind Jamal Lewis who had a renaissance of sorts this season. Rumor is Jamal could be traded.
So who, if any, has the best shot to be a STUD next year?
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