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The best 50 players in fantasy football

By JASON COLLINGTON Web Editor on Jun 28, 2012, at 9:00 AM  Updated on 6/28 at 4:43 PM



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Before we get to who is ranked where, I ask you, "Who's on them blogs?"



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So, let us help you with the best 50 players overall. This is the order I believe is correct if (big if) all these guys are at camp and with big, fat happy contracts.

1. Arian Foster, Texans

Why: Because if he wasn't injured at the beginning of the season last year he would have probably won another rushing title and for two years now one can seem to stop him. I like him better than Rice and McCoy because I would rather have more rushing touchdowns and receptions. Plays an easier schedule than either of them, too.

2. Ray Rice, Ravens

Why: The offense is centered on him and he is going to have more running room once Torrey Smith gets more attention. Just doesn't score enough for me to be No. 1.

3. LeSean McCoy, Eagles

Why: He did really well when Michael Vick did OK. I think Vick will have a bounce back year and that should only help him to get closer to the red zone more often.

4. Aaron Rodgers, Packers

Why: The team keeps adding weapons and his defense keeps giving up a ton of points, so he has to keep throwing.

5. Tom Brady, Patriots

Why: He now has more weapons than he has had in years. Brandon Lloyd takes over the role that Randy Moss used to play. So is the coordinator who made him throw 50 TDs. I don't expect 50, but I do expect 40.

6. Calvin Johnson, Lions

Why: He is the last of the sure things. After this spot, you have questions marks. No one can cover him and his quarterback is just getting started.

7. Maurice Jones-Drew, Jaguars

Why: New coordinator who I am not a fan of because he has never lead a great offense. Ever. Not a fan of his new coach, who hasn't smelled success either. Having the worst QB in the league helped him win the rushing title last season. I think Chad Henne wins this job and will actually complete some passes so MJD won't get as many carries as he got last season.

8. Chris Johnson, Titans

Why: A lot of things are going in his favor: He has worked out with the team. He is in shape and not waiting for a contract. The offense is going to get some players down the field to give him so room to run those 20+ yard rushes he had back when he ran for more than 2,000 yards. I don't think he ever gets back there again but he could get close.

9. Drew Brees, Saints

Why: He gets Mark Ingram back at running back and still gets to throw to Jimmy Graham, who is a beast. So what if his coach isn't on the sideline? He can run this offense in his sleep. If anything I have him too low because his defense isn't going to be as good as last season's, which would mean he gets more chances to score.

10. Marshawn Lynch, Seahawks

Why: He is the last of the running backs who don't run with a bunch of other guys. Plus, this team is going to run a lot again since they don't have a passing heavy offense. A lot of people say he will not do as well since he got paid. I think his coach can get him to hussle.

11. Andre Johnson, Texans

Why: He dealt with injuries last season but he should be back to normal for week 1. He gets too many targets in this offense to let him drop any farther.

12. Darren McFadden, Raiders

Why: If he doesn't get injured he is most likely person to get the most yards from scrimmage in the league. He had a new offense to play in and a quarterback who can't be trusted to win. This is the year McFadden stays healthy and makes a serious run for the top spot in fantasy.

13. Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals

Why: Every one else has Ryan Mathews at this spot or higher. I don't believe the hype. Fitzgerald is going to bounce back with some help from his rookie friends this season.

14. Matt Forte, Bears

Why: I like that he has a new offense that should get him closer to the red zone, something he's never really had. He can also take the beating a season gives you, which is why I have him above Matthews.

15. Matthew Stafford, Lions

Why: He threw 41 touchdowns. He gets to throw to Megatron. He has even more weapons this season. Would you really rather have one of those questionable running backs instead? I don't think so.

16. DeMarco Murray, Cowboys

Why: The Cowboys did something they should have done years ago: added a full back. Murray just needs that first block and he's gone.

17. Rob Gronkowski, Patriots

Why: If he wasn't injured, the Patriots would have won the Super Bowl. Until linebackers can keep up with him he is going to keep scoring when he wants to.

18. Wes Welker, Patroits

Why: He is playing for a contract and I believe is a little mad that he's having to prove his worth.

19. Greg Jennings, Packers

Why: He is on the most offensive team in football and because he gets a ton of playing time thanks to his weak defense.

20. Jimmy Graham, Saints

Why: Until someone stops him or his hands go numb, he is the most likely tight end to end up with 100 receptions.

21. Ryan Matthews, Chargers

Why: He is going to get enough carries but I still don't think he's as talented as everyone thinks he is. Never saw a breakout moment.

22. A.J. Green, Bengals

Why: He is not your typical wide receiver. He works. He doesn't talk much. And he's a better athlete than any cornerback he's going to face. Most likely to be in the top 5 next year.

23. Mike Wallace, Steelers

Why: Todd Haley, the new coordinator, had this guy named Larry Fitzgerald who he made a superstar. Also, Wallace is playing for pay.

24. Trent Richardson, Browns

Why: He is going to get 300 carries and carry a team on his back.

25. Roddy White, Falcons

Why: A ton of targets overall and in the red zone. His QB is about to break out as this team goes from the run to the pass.

TOMORROW, rankings 26-50.

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