NFL training camps are open, and for millions of people worldwide their fantasy football preparation has begun in earnest. Here at Sports World News we will break down all 32 NFL teams in terms of their fantasy value. Readers will find the must-own players in every format, the sleepers in specific formats, and hidden gems only necessary for those in very deep leagues.
Our preview starts with the New York Jets of the AFC East.
Must Own:
Chris Johnson, RB: Even if he's not the workhorse back, the Jets have a solid offensive line and they're committed to running the football. He's also a very capable receiver out of the backfield so there will be points there.
Eric Decker, WR: Peyton Mannning surely inflated his numbers, but Decker's a big target and a good wide receiver. If he's your No. 3 guy you're doing great. If he's your No. 2, you can get by with a surplus at RB or if you have Jimmy Graham or Rob Gronkowski.
Chris Ivory, RB: He's the goal line back, and if something happens to Chris Johnson Ivory has Top 15 RB upside.
Defense/Special Teams: The Jets will stuff running games completely this year, and after adding Jason Babin should be getting more sacks. I expect an uptick in turnovers and also in fumbles with Calvin Pryor at safety. Only issue may be a vulnerability to big plays down the field.
Sleepers (Best Format):
Jeremy Kerley, WR (PPR): Averaged close to four receptions per game last two seasons with Mark Sanchez and Geno Smith throwing the ball. If Smith improves or Vick takes over, Kerley is a nice security blanket.
Geno Smith, QB (Two-QB): Smith probably can't be worse statistically than he was last year, and runs a nice amount. He could be a serviceable second QB if you load up elsewhere.
Michael Vick, QB (Two-QB): Likely to start 2014 as a backup, but if he gets in for any reason has QB 1 ceiling.
Deep Finds:
Daryl Richardson, RB: Path to playing time is loaded with competition, but Chris Ivory is injury prone and he has more upside than Bilal Powell.
Jacoby Ford, WR: Ford hasn't had much success at the NFL level, but he's a young speed demon and outside of Decker there is nothing settled about the Jets wide receiving corps. If anything, Ford has a leg up because he's got a couple of seasons under his belt.
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