Thursday, March 27, 2008
Plax is a Top Wide Receiver
ESPN made a list of the top 64 wide receivers in the league right now and Plax was the top NY wide out coming in at 9. 4 New York wide receivers made the list and here is how they all stack up:
9. Plaxico Burress
New York Giants
The talent has never been a question. The work ethic and inconsistency have. That changed in 2007 when, despite missing many practices with ankle and knee injuries, Burress was able to step up on game day and deliver for the Super Bowl champs. His size (6-5) is special. Even slowed by the ankle last season, he was regularly able to outjump defenders
32. Laveranues Coles
New York Jets
Coles isn't big (5-11, 193), but he is as tough as they come and the Jets' quarterbacks rely on him to get open. Coles has elite deep speed, but with the Jets' difficulties in pass protection and Chad Pennington's suspect arm strength, he hasn't been able to use these talents as much as expected. That could change with Kellen Clemens behind center and a revamped offensive line.
39. Jerricho Cotchery
New York Jets
He has a good feel for finding soft spots in zone coverage and can set up his defender well with his exceptional body control. He has steadily improved and his yards per catch was a career-high 13.8 yards last season. While his average was up, he is not a burner and will struggle to consistently stretch the field. The Jets' offensive line should give him more opportunities next season, but his ceiling is a No. 2 wideout.
46. Amani Toomer
New York Giants
After 12 seasons, Toomer clearly has diminishing skills, but he continues to be a reliable target who gets by with instincts, toughness and solid hands. He has no fear in traffic.
