My Hines Ward Blog

We've all been there, it's the 8th round of your fantasy draft and everyone's waiting. It's your pick and you're feeling the pressure. The player you wanted went to the guy before you and you've been caught off guard. Your fantasy team has the stud running backs and the great quarterback. You're solid at wide receiver (at least you think you are) and the late round sleeper Tight End you've been eye balling is good for a few more rounds. So who's it going be?

Insert the nothing pick.

The nothing pick is the guy you take and regret seconds after announcing his name. He's the guy everyone snickers at, the player that gets a punchline from your friend sitting across the table; he might be a sleeper, but more likely he's a reach.

Everyone loves that feeling of picking the fantasy player that gets the big commotion. The "Oh man, he's still around?" kind of response that puts a smile on your face. There's nothing like seeing your buddy drop the F-Bomb and pound the table. While that feeling is no doubt the highlight of your day, reaching on a player that never does anything for your fantasy team hurts ten times worse.

Selecting productive veteran workhorses is always a smarter pick than looking at the bottom of the page for some rookie that will be great in 2 years. The following are solid mid round players that are lacking the "sexy pick" nametag that add depth to your fantasy team. These players are projected around the 7th and 8th round. They're not superstars, but they'll beef up your depth and have little to zero risk.

WR Kevin Walter - The Texans always seem to get into a shootout with whoever they play. Andre Johnson demands double coverage consistently which allows Walter to find breathing room. Walter is a solid receiver to add to your roster; he can step in at any time for a bye week replacement or fill-in injury spot.
WR Hines Ward - This 33 year old receiver always gets the knock for being risky due to his age. 33 is no spring chicken, but Hines Ward is a magnet for the end zone, and in a bind he will get you some decent yardage. Last year was Hines Ward's first 1000 yard season since 2004.

QB Carson Palmer - It seems like it's been a while since we thought of Carson Palmer as a stud fantasy QB. The Bengals were the doormat of the league for years (some say they still are) and the only bright light was this former USC gunslinger. Palmer was becoming an elite fantasy player before another injury setback last year. With health concerns behind him, the Bengals can finally get back to the high power passing attack from 06-07. Grab some depth at quarterback, you'll thank yourself mid-season.

WR Donald Driver - The Packers are loaded with offensive weapons, which makes Driver a hard player to pick when to start, but regardless of the guessing game he is a 1000 yard WR. While defensive coordinators are scheming for Greg Jennings, Driver can make big catches and is fairly consistent with getting involved in the offense.

RB LenDale White - Would you really be upset with 6 carries for 18 yards and two easy gimme-touchdowns? LenDale White lost a little weight but he still gets the ball where it counts.

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