Fantasy 101: Top 30 Fantasy Football Wide Receivers for 2010

July 31, 2010   ·   Chris Maier   ·   Jump to comments

As the NFL game has shifted its focus to the passing game, the importance of the wide receiver position in fantasy leagues has reached new heights. 
In 2009, 20 receivers had over 1,000 yards receiving.  Of those 20, eight had 1,200 or more yards.  20 receivers also had 70 or more passes.  Of those 20, seven caught 95 or more passes.   These stats show both the depth at the position and the value of having an elite receiver on your roster.  
Much like the quarterback position the development of an elite class of receivers has moved the top receivers up draft boards.  The depth at the position shows that like running back, the key is to take value whether you take one early or decide to wait.
One interesting subplot to pay attention to leading up to draft day, is the number of top receivers with question marks entering the season.   Be it age, injury, new quarterback or new team unce...

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