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TOP 10 FANTASY RISKS 1. Adrian Peterson, Minnesota–Injury problems, bad team, and off-field issues require me to be very cautious.
2. Joe Flacco, Baltimore–The Ravens win despite him. He shows glimpses, but I don’t think he has what it takes to be an elite quarterback.
3. Marshawn Lynch, Seattle–Has had off-the-field issues before, and now he’s back in the news. He’s too much of a wildcard despite his strong play on the field.
4. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis–He was great with Peyton Man-
ning, but I have no idea what type of production he will have at this stage of his career with rookie quarterback Andrew Luck.
5. Kenny Britt, Tennessee–Has shown glimpses of being a fantasy star, but he’s coming back from major knee injuries.
6. Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville–I personally do my best to stay away from players who have contract disputes that cause them to miss time. Plus, I really like Jaguars backup running back Rashad Jennings.
7. Miles Austin, Dallas–He’s a solid player, but I like other Cowboys
players better in fantasy than him after he wasn’t as productive in 2011 compared to 2010.
8. Dez Bryant, Dallas–I’m hesitant to put him here because I’m a big
fan of his talent and potential, but what went on off the field involving his mom is very concerning.
9. Pierre Garcon, Washington–He has a rookie quarterback throwing to him too (RGIII), and he’s on a new team, so I’m too unsure what his production will be.
10. Matt Flynn, Seattle–I think the Packers made Flynn look a lot better than he actually is, and he’s not even a lock to win the starting job with the Seahawks.
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SPORTS SPECTRUM ~ DIGIMAG 2012