AFC West - Denver Broncos

We now move on to the AFC West and the Denver Broncos

Jake Plummer, QB – Jake had probably his best year ever this past season. Ho-Hum. While Plummer will probably put up decent numbers, I don’t expect anything spectacular. Last year his passing was used primarily to keep the opposing D’s honest for Clinton Portis. But Portis is gone, as are Shannon Sharpe and Ed McCaffrey. What’s left isn’t much for an average QB.

Danny Kanell, QB – You would be better off drafting the late Danny Thomas on your Fantasy Football roster.

Quentin Griffin, RB – I expect Griffin to win the starting job over newcomer Tatum Bell. (San) Quentin will likely do a good job, but lacks the power to reach the end zone on those goal line sets. Expect Mike Anderson to carry most of that load. As such, Griffin will probably be worth more in yardage leagues. Don’t be surprised if Bell sneaks ahead of him by mid season.

Tatum Bell, RB – Tons of raw talent and most likely the Bronco’s RB of the future. Given Denver’s Defense, their Offense probably won’t have to do a lot to win games. Expect Denver to bring him along at a moderate pace. Bell could be an excellent mid-season acquisition by the astute Fantasy Football owner.

Garrison Hearst, RB – About the only thing required for Hearst’s career this year is a hearse. Don’t even think about drafting him.

Rod Smith, WR – Smith will soon be old enough to star in the next “Cocoon” movie. He probably is a decent Fantasy Football # 3 WR.

Ashley Lelie, WR – What is it with all these “Girly” names? Tatum?? Ashley?? Lelie has a lot of talent, and he might have a great year - if only it was not Plummer throwing the ball to him. Get him as a low #2 or high #3 Fantasy Football WR.

Adrian Madise, WR – Yo Adrian…Talented but not domesticated. Don’t think about Adrian until mid-season.

Darius Watts, WR – Has all the tools. Keep an eye on him as a possible mid-season Fantasy Football addition.

Byron Chamberlain, TE – Shanahan likes to go to the TE position. Last year Shannon Sharpe was second only to Tony Gonzalez in number of catches, receiving yards and TDs. Unfortunately, Chamberlain is not Shannon Sharpe.

Jed Weaver TE – “Come and listen to my story ‘bout a man named…” Well Doggies, those of you who think you are going to strike oil with ole Jed better take a dip in the Cement Pond. I think Ellie Mae will catch more passes.

Jason Elam, K – Top 5 on just about every list. In the rarefied air at mile high, he can probably keep his range up until he’s as old as say…Rod Smith. Oh wait a minute, he is. Still, he will consistently get you points and is a solid Fantasy Football #1 Kicker pick.

Denver Defense - Already one of the best, the addition of John Lynch and Champ Bailey only increase the Fantasy Football value of this D