Joey Oliver:
For fantasy football freaks such as myself, the lack of games allows your mind to dream up crazy scenarios about players and how successful they will be. All offseason, I found myself thinking of how good Lamar Miller could be for the Miami Dolphins. Ranked number 29 on ESPN’s Top-300 list, Miller is regarded as an RB2. I hope for, and expect, RB1 numbers from the fourth-year back out of Miami. He has the speed and versatility to be a weapon for the Dolphins, and as a team without great receivers, the team could and probably should rely on him heavily. After Miller averaged just over 13 carries a game last season, many might be hesitant to grab him early. If the Dolphins decide to take advantage of having a talented runningback and give Miller the bulk of the carries then he could breakout.
With so much upside, and noticable improvement in each season, Miller is the back you don’t want to miss.
Kyle Hull:
After seven games played in 2013, the injury bug last year once again struck Sam Bradford, again ending what was supposed to be his breakout season with another torn ACL.
One year later, Bradford had been traded to Chip Kelly’s high pace Philadelphia Eagles looking to revive his career and prove that not only is he able play a full year without injury, but that he is one of the league’s top quarterbacks.
I am high on Bradford this year. Kelly’s offensive system fits the quarterback perfectly, where he will be able to use his cannon of an arm to fit the tight slot passes while being able to run option plays. Nick Foles filled the role well, but Bradford is naturally better at throwing the ball and is more mobile.
In just his seven games two years ago, he accumulated 1,687 yards with a completion rate of 60.7 percent. He threw 14 touchdowns with only four picks, his best career ratio. In his preseason game against the Packers, he went 10-10 for 121 yards and three touchdowns, looking perfect in every way. If he can stay healthy, he could lead the Eagles back to the playoffs and prove Chip Kelly’s system can, and will work, in the NFL.
