Sidney Rice(notes) owners’ worst nightmare has finally been realized. Confirmed by the Associated Press, last year’s breakthrough receiver visited a specialist in Colorado on Monday who recommended surgery on his ailing hip, which he underwent Tuesday. Insiders believe he could return to the lineup by midseason, but it’s possible he may not contribute strong numbers until the fantasy playoffs.
Obviously Rice’s value falls off the continental shelf. He’s completely avoidable well into the 100s. His prolonged absence reiterates our belief drafting a top-flight pass catcher early is imperative. After Chad Ochocinco(notes), question marks are everywhere.
The gray gunslinger, Brett Favre(notes), also takes a value hit. Currently the No. 7 passer on the Noise’s board, he will be downgraded slightly. However, if Percy Harvin’s(notes) migraine issues continue to confound the young receiver, Favre’s Colt may remain in holster more than his investors would like. A TD total between 24-27 seems realistic
Among the Vikings leftovers, the BB Gun, Bernard Berrian(notes), will likely pack plenty of fantasy ammo over at least the first half of the season. Remember, he’s only two years removed from a 964-yard, seven-TD campaign. The expected increase in looks easily vaults his draft worth into the WR top 35. Recent acquisition Javon Walker(notes), who hasn't been fantasy relevant since 2006, is also a player of interest in deeper format
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