Terrell Owens
From SF to PHI
One of the most dominating forces at the position over the past 4-5 years, Terrell Owens is so talented that he forced himself out of San Francisco, through Baltimore, and finally landed in his choice destination, Philadelphia. Both Donovan McNabb and head coach Andy Reid have welcomed Owens into the city of brotherly love, but you’ve got to wonder who will be making the compromises. Owens has never caught less than 80 balls in a season (last year) while no one on the enigmatic Eagles receiving corps have even approached 60 catches. Andy Reid’s offense has been successful when McNabb spreads the ball around to a plethora of running backs, tight ends and wideouts, but will most likely target Owens early and often. Philadelphia’s offense has never seen talent like this before outside of McNabb, and I suspect that after last year’s touchdown production from the wide receiver corps (only 5 total), an explosive and reliable target is a welcome addition. Some feel that Owens will bring a selfish attitude to Philly and disrupt one of the most dominant teams in the league. However, no one will argue that the Birds have needed a dominant talent alongside McNabb in the past three NFC Championship losses. I believe that while Owens may never catch 90+ balls again, the 30 year-old wide receiver is mature enough to recognize this championship opportunity and aid Philadelphia in reaching their goal. While Randy Moss and Torry Holt will probably put up better stats, you can select Owens with confidence in rounds 2-3 of your fantasy draft this year.

Keyshawn Johnson
From TB to DAL
Name recognition has suckered many a fantasy owner into selecting overrated superstars on draft day, with Keyshawn Johnson being one of the more tempting choices. After listening to the man run his mouth week in and week out, the average fan probably would have never realized how minuscule #19’s statistical production has really been. Over the past three seasons with Tampa Bay, Johnson has averaged a little over 975 yards receiving and just three touchdowns each year. Keyshawn does have the potential to be a go-to-guy for Dallas, something he proved in 2001 when he caught 106 passes for 1,266 yards from Brad Johnson in Tampa. However, since then Johnson’s reception totals have dropped by exactly 30 catches each of the last two seasons. Now was that because Jon Gruden moved the focus of his offense away from the star receiver, or have Keyshawn’s skills simply deteriorated? Reunited in Dallas with Bill Parcells, we can expect the head coach to give Johnson every opportunity to contribute to this offense. Consider Keyshawn Johnson a good value pick in your draft only after 30 other wide receivers have already been selected.

David Boston
From SD to MIA
In 2001, opposing defensive backs regularly wet themselves when told they would have to line up across from Cardinals wide receiver David Boston. That year the former Ohio State star racked up almost 1,600 yards receiving on 98 receptions, eight of which found the endzone. The following year Boston missed eight games due to both knee injuries and drug-related legal troubles. In 2003 while with San Diego, Boston was slowed by heel, shoulder and neck problems through 14 games, but still managed to catch 70 balls for 880 yards and score seven touchdowns. The equally talented and troubled wideout now joins the Miami Dolphins, a team ripe with talent that have yet to learn how to maximize their potential. On average, the Miami offense threw the football just 28 times per game last season, ranking 30th in the league. Pass production will need to increase significantly for both Boston and Chris Chambers to shine with the Dolphins, but the talent is there to do so. Keep an eye on reports out of training camp in order to gauge the progress of Miami’s offense, and consider Boston a very good value as the fourth wide receiver on your team.

Justin McCareins
From TEN to NYJ
Last season was considered a breakout year with the Titans for wide receiver Justin McCareins. Both production and toughness were made evident when he played in all 16 games through knee, hip and groin injuries. He also scored seven touchdowns and racked up 813 yards on just 47 receptions. With an average of 17.3 ypc, the New York Jets felt that McCareins would complement rising star Santana Moss well and provide quarterback Chad Pennington with a reliable option over the middle of the field. While it may take time to become acclimated to the Jets offense, McCareins has found a place in New York where fantasy owners will appreciate his rising levels of production for years to come. Consider Justin McCareins a good value while searching for the fourth wide receiver on your fantasy team come draft day.

Kevin Johnson
From JAX to BAL
Considered a rising star at the wide receiver position just two years ago with the Cleveland Browns, Kevin Johnson hopes to start his career anew with the Ravens. Last season Baltimore had the league’s lowest-ranked passing game, with receptions leader Travis Taylor catching just 39 passes. Brian Billick would like to make a concerted effort to stretch the field this season in order to keep defenses from keying in on 2,000 yard rusher Jamal Lewis, and that is what Kevin Johnson has been brought in to do. People may forget that in 2001, Johnson caught 84 balls for 1,100 yards and found the endzone nine times in Cleveland. As the Browns receiving corps became more and more congested with young talent, Johnson grew frustrated as his role was continually diminished. Starting alongside Taylor, Johnson should prove to be a reliable option on both the short and deep ball for second year quarterback Kyle Boller, and should be considered a quality choice when fantasy owners are searching for the fourth wide receiver on their teams.

Marcus Robinson
From BAL to MIN
After battling a myriad of injuries while with the Chicago Bears, Marcus Robinson had not even been considered by many fantasy owners last year when he joined the Baltimore Ravens. Over the second half of last season he reemerged as a legitimate deep threat, racking up 450 yards on just 31 receptions while scoring six touchdowns. Now with the pass happy Minnesota offense, Daunte Culpepper will finally have a reliable second option to turn to when All-Pro Randy Moss is being triple teamed. If able to select Robinson 100+ picks in your fantasy draft, pat yourself on the back because that is very good value for someone who may prove to be one of the more productive #2 wideouts in football this year.

The Best of the Rest
Kevin Dyson (From CAR to SD): Through Dyson’s seven years in the NFL he has played a full season only twice, and in three of the last four years he has missed at least five games. Last year he was a new arrival in Carolina, but a serious Achilles’ injury ended that campaign before it could even begin. He can be considered the #1 wideout in San Diego, a team that has arguably the weakest receiving corps in the league. Dyson should be considered late in your draft, since a #1 receiver has value, no matter where he may be playing.

Joey Galloway (From DAL to TB): Acquired from Dallas in the swap for recurring headache Keyshawn Johnson, Jon Gruden is excited to have this veteran receiver playing alongside Keenan McCardell. Last season both showed that they could still contribute to an offense, the only question now is what the roles of Galloway and McCardell will be with the Tampa Bay offense. Each are considered "possession" receivers, although both have proven to be speedy deep threats at times as well. Brad Johnson is a quarterback that can get the ball down the field to both of these guys on a regular basis, and you may want to consider drafting Galloway late in a fantasy draft as a fifth wide receiver.

Tai Streets (From SF to DET): The Detroit Lions are forming a dangerous group of wide receivers, and fantasy owners should definitely take notice of opportunities this offense may provide for your team. Second year man Charles Rogers will most definitely start, and rookie Roy Williams will likely join him. Tai Streets could see significant playing time as a third wide receiver, and speedy Az Hakim rounds out the group. Detroit was fourth in the league in pass attempts last season (36.8), and Joey Harrington has shown consistent improvement as time has progressed. I would not advise fantasy owners to draft Tai Streets, since he is the third wide receiver on the Lions and will not be on the field consistently. But Streets, along with this offense, is worth keeping tabs on.

James Thrash (From to ): Considered by many to be a free agency disappointment for the Eagles, Thrash was in fact a reliable passing option for Donovan McNabb. Now returning to Washington, Thrash will most likely be the Redskins fourth wide receiver, playing behind Laveranues Coles, Rod Gardner and Darnerian McCants. Unless a freakish dysentery influx sends all the other Washington receivers sprinting towards the restrooms, you should not expect to see Thrash on the field for much more than special teams this season.