86. Carson Palmer, Cincinnati, QB
Full disclosure: I’m a huge Bengals fan. So I might be a bit biased, but I think Carson Palmer is poised for a huge year. If he stays healthy – and that might be a problem considering he’ll start the season with an ankle sprain – he’s in great shape fantasy-wise. The Bengals have rededicated receivers Chad Ochocinco and Chris Henry as targets, along with new acquisition Laveranues Coles. Those are three pretty good receivers and Palmer is an elite QB when he’s upright. He’s a good value pick this year.
87. Steelers Defense
There’s no reason to think Pittsburgh won’t be a top defense again this season. Sack artists James Harrison and LaMarr Woodley return along with a lot of solid players around them. Plus, the Steelers drafted defensive lineman Ziggy Hood in the first round and he’s already had a few sacks in the preseason. I’m not a big fan of drafting team defenses high in drafts, but this is certainly one of the best ones. For what it’s worth, I like Miami much later as a sleeper.
88. Donald Driver, Green Bay, WR
Driver is one of those old veterans who seems to produce year after year after year. Last year, he finished 22nd overall. There are a lot of weapons in Green Bay and Driver isn’t getting any younger, but I still like him for one more year. Take him as a steady and consistent 2nd or 3rd wideout.
84. Fred Taylor, New England, RB
Fred Taylor is an intriguing fit in New England, where old running backs seem to find the fountain of youth. The only problem is, Bill Belichick’s sideline is a graveyard for fantasy running backs. Taylor might be a good pick later in the draft, but 84 seems a little high. I’d rather avoid all New England running backs or at least hold off until the value is too good to resist.
85. Torry Holt, Jacksoville, WR
I’m a huge fan of Holt this year. He’s going later in drafts than a No. 1 receiver with a history of 1,000-yard seasons should be picked. David Garrard is a pretty solid quarterback and Holt figures to get a lot of targets without other quality receivers around. I’d feel very comfortable with him as a No. 2 or No. 3 receiver in PPR leagues this year. He’s another solid veteran value.
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