More Sleepers, Creepers and Leapers

Last time we talked about some RBs that could take a step forward this year. As we get closer to the start of the season, we have a pretty good idea of who's going to be starting and who is not. Now I want to focus on the QBs, WRs and TEs to target in your drafts or even off the wire if you've already drafted.

QBs

Kurt Warner ARI (sleeper) - We're still waiting to get official word that he's the starter, but after the way he's outplayed Leinart during the preseason, even if he's not the starter I think he puts up better numbers and has the potential to be a top 10 QB if he starts the whole year.

David Garrard JAC (creeper) - Jacksonville is known for their running game, but Garrard proved to be an extremely consistent QB for most the year (a highly underrated stat in fantasy football). He doesn't have the weapons that Warner or Schaub have, but the same line that opens the holes for Taylor and Jones-Drew will give Garrard time to find the weapons he does have. I see him as a low end #1 and great #2 QB.

Matt Schaub HOU (leaper) - When healthy, Matt can hang with any other QB in the league. With the combination of one of the best WRs in the league (Andre Johnson - when healthy), a solid #2 (Kevin Walter), a pass catching TE (Owen Daniels) and a suspect defense, Schaub could be this year's Tony Romo and make the leap into the top 5. Of course health is a concern with him and his weapons, but if they can stay healthy for 12 - 14 games, the sky is the limit.

WRs

Josh Morgan SF - At 6'1" and 22o lbs, Morgan has the size to compete at this level. He's still fighting Bryant Johnson for the #2 WR in Mike Martz's new offense, but either way I see him stepping up and being SF's most productive WR. Martz has a way of unearthing WR gems (M. Furrey, S. McDonald, A. Hakim) and despite being a rookie, Morgan has the potential to be this year's M. Colston. Take a flyer on him as your #5 WR and watch him soar.

Jerrico Cotchery NYJ - We all know what Brett Favre can do for a WR. Greg Jennings is just the last in a long line that he's made a star. I think both L. Coles and Cotchery both will benefit from Favre's arrival, but I think Cotchery is the one he'll look for on those long deep throws he is known for. With an improved OL, the Jets appear ready to break out on offense.

Calvin Johnson DET - Probably the most hyped WR from the preseason, Johnson flashed his potential last year before injuring his back early in the year. He's admitted that it slowed him down all year. I think the hype is for real and he'll truly establish himself as a superstar in the NFL. Roy Williams is the veteran, but "Megatron" is ready to transform.

TEs

Zach Miller OAK (creeper) - After catching 44 balls last year, he's poised to catch over 80 this year as JaMarcus Russell matures as a QB. He'll be his security blanket and could be a red zone threat as McFadden attracts the defense. Target him late and he should provide top 10 production.

Dustin Keller NYJ (sleeper) - Another of Favre's new targets, this rookie TE has shown his potential this preseason. We all know Brett's love of the TE and if he can beat out the other TEs, he could develop into a solid starter and potential for more.

UPDATE - With Rudi Johnson being cut by CIN, Chris Perry's value takes a huge jump. Kenny Watson is still in the mix, but bump Perry up your draft lists.

Keep watching for those last minute cuts that could effect player's value or who is really named the starter. Good luck drafting. The countdown to kick off is on...