Fantasy points based upon standard scoring system — passing touchdowns = 4 points, rushing/receiving/return touchdowns = 6 points, 25 passing yards = 1 point, 10 rushing/receiving yards = 1 point, reception = 0.5 points

1. Dexter McCluster, Ole Miss (SR) — Bye: 2 — No. 14 overall wide receiver
The new wave of receivers who consistently carry the football in the ground game is becoming more and more popular and McCluster is one of the best. Arguably the best returning 'motion-back,' McCluster is the nation's leading returning rusher from the wideout position. He was one of only two receivers to catch and rush for over 600 yards last season (Percy Harvin). He returns as the Rebs leading rusher and no other receiver in the nation even returns with 500 yards rushing in '08. If McCluster can stay healthy, he should really see a boost in his receiving numbers as stud quarterback Jevan Snead continues to get better. A 1000-yd, 10-TD season — however he gets those — is a near lock.

2008 stats - 161.0 fantasy points
Receiving: 44 rec., 625 yds., TD
Rushing: 655 yds., 6 TD

2. A.J. Green, Georgia (SO) — Bye: 8 — No. 34 overall wide receiver
Green did not take long to live up to the hype. He scored a touchdown in his first career game and then showed the nation his incredible ceiling with a eight catch, 159-yard performance on the road against Arizona State (he added a touchdown in that game as well). But the second half of the season saw defenses adjust. In the last six games of the year, Green averaged only 3.33 receptions per game and never topped 100 yards. His talents are superior to most wideouts in the nation and he isn't far from stardom, but without Matthew Stafford to throw him the ball — or the element of surprise — little statistical improvement is expected. Do not hesitate to reach in a keeper league however.

2008 stats - 176.1 fantasy points
Receiving: 56 rec., 963 yds., 8 TDs
Rushing: 61 yds.

3. Brandon LaFell, LSU (SR) — Bye: 7 — No. 39 overall wide receiver
LaFell nearly doubled the production of any other Tiger pass catcher last season and much of the same can be expected in 2009. There is plenty of talent behind LaFell but most of it is unproven and should make him the primary target on virtually every pass play. Elite fantasy status depends more on the LSU quarterback situation. Jordan Jefferson had a great bowl game and if he can run the offense as efficiently as he did in Atlanta, LaFell could be a nice pick in the middle rounds of any draft. If the passers on this offense struggle, the LaFell who caught four passes or less in nine of the 13 games last season could be the norm again.

2008 stats - 169.4 fantasy points
Receiving: 63 rec., 929 yds, 8 TDs
Rushing: 6 yds.

4. Julio Jones, Alabama (SO) — Bye: 7 — No. 39 overall fantasy wide receiver
Few receivers have ever entered college with more hype than Mr. Jones. He did not disappoint as he nearly reached the 1,000-yard plateau in his first year in Tuscaloosa. But he did that with one the nation's elite offensive lines and a three-year starter at quarterback. He had the element of surprise and faced a lot of man-to-man coverages. He, like Green, is dripping with raw ability and is destined for the first round of the NFL draft but statistically speaking, he should not improve a whole lot this season. A slight increase in receptions, similar yardage totals and a few more touchdowns are to be expected. Keep in mind, this team turns to the power running game once inside the red zone. However, also like Green, Jones might be worth the high risk-reach-reward pick.

2008 stats - 119.3 fantasy points
Receiving: 58 rec., 924 yds., 4 TDs
Rushing: 11 yds.

5. Deonte Thompson, Florida (SO) — Bye: 5 — No. 49 overall wide reciever
Thompson — who has looked like a walking pulled hamstring since his recruiting video first hit the web — is all upside. He has blazing speed and will make his share of big plays...eventually. The issue is can he stay healthy enough, long enough, to make enough of them to be a consistent fantasy play. With Louis Murphy and Percy Harvin gone, Thompson will be given the opportunity to make an impact. If he makes the most of it early on in the season, he could be in for the breakout campaign we have all expected from him since we all first saw his high school film.

2008 stats - 53.9 fantasy points
Receiving: 18 rec., 269 yds., 3 TDs

6. Joe Adams, Arkansas (SO) — Bye: 2 — No. 57 overall wide receiver
A member of the 2008 AC100, Adams was a USC commitment until a late switch to the home state Hogs. Now, in only his second season, he is poised for a breakout year. With Bobby-P calling the plays for a second season, a lighter, more dedicated Ryan Mallett playing quarterback and a solid power running game, Arkansas is poised to score loads of points. A great tight end in D.J. Williams will likely keep the defense focused on the middle of the field opening up plenty of space for Adams to make plays outside. And that, he can do. Adams is a perfect sleeper in any league format.

2008 stats - 68.9 fantasy points
Receiving: 31 rec., 377 yds, TD
Rushing: 46 yds.

7. Shay Hodge, Ole Miss (SR) — Bye: 2 — No. 58 overall wide receiver
As a member of what could be the SEC top fantasy passing attack, Hodge figures to be a big part of Jevan Snead's game plan every week. As defenses concentrate on stopping the hard-to-target Dexter McCluster, Hodge should be able to find space to work down the field. He was the top target for Snead a year ago and should be again in 2009. Snead is the best pure passer in the conference, so Hodge could be worth a late round look.

2008 stats - 136.6 fantasy points
Receiving: 44 rec., 725 yds., 8 TDs

8. Randall Cobb, Kentucky (SO) — Bye: 2 — No. 60 overall wide receiver
Cobb is finally where he belongs: wide receiver. As the talented athlete played under center last season, Cobb's fantasy value was impeded by his position. In 2009, he should spend most of his time playing in space with the ball in his hands trying to make plays. He is a dynamic threat to both run and catch, so Rich Brooks will certainly find interesting ways to get him the ball. His talents are obvious, so his fantasy value depends on quarterback and offensive line play. If the ground game can keep the defenses honest, Cobb could be a solid fantasy starter each week.

2008 stats - 135.8 fantasy points
Passing: 542 yds., 2 TDs, 5 INTs
Receiving: 21 rec., 197 yds., 2 TDs
Rushing: 316 yds., 7 TDs

9. Andre Debose, Florida (FR) — Bye: 5 — No. 61 overall wide receiver
One of the highest rated wide receivers in the 2009 AC100 could be an instant impact performer on the fantasy gridiron as well. Debose has a virtually identical skill set to that of Percy Harvin. He is explosive with the ball in the his hands and will make people look silly in the open field. You can bet Urban Meyer is coming up with new and creative ways to get Debose in space with the ball. The only question is the number of touches. With so many weapons at Tim Tebow's disposal, will Debose get enough touches to be a legitimate fantasy threat each week. Only time will tell.

2008 stats - none

10. Terence Jeffers, Vanderbilt (JR) — Bye: 13 — No. 85 overall wide receiver
Jeffers transfered to Vandy after his second season at UConn. He sat out last year, but still has some work in the classroom to complete in order to be eligible this year. He left Storrs as the team's leading receiver in all the major categories. He caught 44 passes for 582 yards and five touchdowns in 2007. He is no Earl Bennett, but he should be the most talented pass catcher since the SEC's all-time leading receiver left for the NFL. He may not be a viable fantasy option until the quarterbacks prove themselves but if Larry Smith et al can improve on what was a pathetic passing offense, Jeffers will be the main beneficiary.

2008 stats - none

11. Riley Cooper, Florida (SR)
12. David Nelson, Florida (SR)
13. Gerald Jones, Tennessee (JR)
14. Moe Brown, South Carolina (SR)
15. Jarius Wright, Arkansas (SO)
16. London Crawford, Arkansas (SR)
17. DeAngelo Benton, Auburn (FR)
18. Michael Moore, Georgia (SR)
19. Brandon McRae, Mississippi State (SR)
20. Chad Bumphis, Mississippi State (FR)
21. Jason Barnes, South Carolina (SO)
22. Montez Billings, Auburn (SR)
23. Frankie Hammond, Florida (SO)
24. Rueben Randle, LSU (FR)
25. Lucas Miller, Arkansas (SR)
26. Alshon Jeffery, South Carolina (FR)
27. Carl Moore, Florida (SR)
28. Patrick Patterson, Ole Miss (FR)
29. Mike McCoy, Alabama (SR)
30. John Cole, Vanderbilt (FR)
31. Terrance Toliver, LSU (JR)
32. Greg Childs, Arkansas (SO)
33. Darvin Adams, Auburn (SO)
34. Kyrus Lanxter, Kentucky (JR)
35. Alex Washington, Vanderbilt (SR)
36. Denarius Moore, Tennessee (JR)
37. Tim Hawthorne, Auburn (JR)
38. Quintin Hancock, Tennessee (SR)
39. Leon Berry, Mississippi State (JR)
40. Delmon Robinson, Mississippi State (SO)
41. Nu'Keese Richardson, Tennessee (FR)
42. Dion LeCorn, South Carolina (JR)
43. Marquis Maze, Alabama (SO)
44. Tavarres King, Georgia (FR)
45. Marlon Brown, Georgia (FR)
46. Lionel Breaux, Ole Miss (JR)
47. Chris Matthews, Kentucky (JR)
48. Austin Rogers, Tennessee (SR)
49. Kris Durham, Georgia (SR)
50. Brady Brown, Vanderbilt (FR)
51. Gene McCaskill, Kentucky (SO)
52. Eric Adeyemi, Kentucky (SO)
53. Udom Umoh, Vanderbilt (SO)
54. Tray Herndon, Vanderbilt (SO)
55. Kendall Kelly, Auburn (FR)
56. Brandon Warren, Tennessee (JR)
57. Chris Mitchell, LSU (SR)
58. Akeem Dunham, Vanderbilt (FR)
59. Aaron Boyd, Kentucky (SO)
60. Kenny Bell, Alabama (FR)

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