‘Phins fantasy value: High or low?

By Adam Sweeney  |   Tuesday, June 23, 2009  |  Comments( 3 )

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If you're a fantasy football buff like me, you've probably already been trying to decide what you're going to do with your first-round pick. Anybody can tell you Adrian Peterson is the top player available, but where do your beloved Miami Dolphins rank? Not too high if you're paying attention to ESPN's rankings. So, let's take a look at the top four Dolphins' offensive players ranked in ESPN's projections for 2009 and decide if they're too high or low.

Ronnie Brown, RB, 27th overall, 16th at his position.

Brown is the ultimate high-risk/high-reward back. His Pro Bowl season wasn't as good as advertised, but Dolphins fans are just happy he made it through last year. The unquestioned No. 1 back in Miami, he looks to be even better this year now that his confidence is high. You can't blame a guy for taking time to get back on the good foot after an ACL injury. As far as fantasy goes, Brown would be a great No. 2 back to have. I'm not sold on him yet as your go-to stud, so don't go for him in your top two rounds. You can justify taking Brown in the top of the third if running backs are getting thin. His touchdown numbers will likely be down this season, though.

Ted Ginn Jr., WR, 109th overall, 40th at his position.

I've been critical of Ginn before, but ranking him at the late 10th round may be a bit too harsh. To put 49ers rookie Michael Crabtree ahead of him, even if he is skilled, seems ridiculous. Rookie receivers almost always struggle. Look at Calvin Johnson's initial campaign, and Crabtree is no Johnson. So, Ginn gets the push up. All signs so far point to him having a breakout season. Grab him at the end of the draft and expect to use him. If he plays special teams more than last season, you're in for a bonus.

Ricky Williams, RB, 126th overall, 48th at his position.

Don't expect Williams to be much more than a bench-filler this year. Brown is back to his usual self and will be asking for a lot of touches. Williams may steal some TDs, but that will be it. Still, it is a contract year for him and you can never underestimate the incentive that gives a player. For Williams, though, that may mean nothing. What will matter is making sure he gets to stay with the Dolphins until the end of his career. Either way, make sure to select Williams if you draft Brown. If Brown gets hurt, you'll have a solid replacement.

Chad Pennington, QB, 146th overall, 23rd at his position.

Is Pennington the Rodney Dangerfield of the NFL or what? No respect at all. The guy has a Pro Bowl year, yet ESPN ranks the 49ers' Shaun Hill ahead of him. While Pennington probably won't amass 3,653 passing yards again, there aren't many more reliable quarterbacks in the league. Grab Pennington at the end of your draft and use him as your No. 2 QB.

Sleeper pick: WR Greg Camarillo.

Camarillo is back from rehab quicker than expected. He was the Dolphins' most dependable receiver before he went down late in the season with an injury. Don't be surprised if he returns with a vengeance.
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About Adam Sweeney

Adam Sweeney spent 4 years as an opinions and arts & entertainment columnist with the Lone Star Lutheran, also working with Sports Illustrated.com. Along with his work on Realfootball 365 he currently is a contributor for Film School Rejects, SLAM Online, Talkhoops.net, and C-Heads Magazine.
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