The 2013 draft class made an immediate and lasting impact in fantasy football a season ago, with a lot of its members poised to build off of impressive rookie campaigns. Whether it being the emergence of Zac Stacy to the high-flying athleticism of Keenan Allen, this 2014 group of second year players is going to play a major role in competing for fantasy gold. However, let’s not forget we are dealing with players that are still in the early stage of their careers and a lot could change after a few weeks. Always draft youngsters with caution, knowing these high-risk, high-reward players could be the difference between fighting for a championship and being a spectator come Week 16.

Quarterbacks

Mike Glennon (TB) - The Buccaneers were expected to make a splash in the NFC North a season ago, but inconsistent quarterback play resulted in the benching and eventual release of Josh Freeman, leaving the door open for Glennon to make an impact in his first year in the NFL. Glennon managed managed a respectable 19 touchdowns to just nine interceptions while completing 59.4 percent of his pass attempts. Although that seems good enough to warrant a starting nod in 2014, the Buccaneers decided to add Josh McCown via free agency following a successful season filling in for Jay Cutler in Chicago. This addition has moved Glennon back to a familiar role as the team’s backup quarterback, but the Buccaneers still view him as the team’s future at the quarterback position, after turning down many trade offers this off-season. Unless Glennon can outwork McCown in training camp, his fantasy relevancy is going to remain limited in 2014.

E.J. Manuel (BUF) - After taking Manuel with the 16th overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, the Bills clearly planned on him being the team’s franchise quarterback for years to come. However, his rookie season did not go as planned, as he played in only 10 games due to two separate knee injuries and failed to record a 300-yard performance. This season, the Bills have surrounded him with a solid arsenal of wide receivers, including first-year wideout Sammy Watkins and veteran Mike Williams to accompany Robert Woods in the passing game. He will enter the 2014 season as a QB2 in standard leagues, but if he adapts quickly to his new targets, especially in the red zone, his above average accuracy could translate to fantasy success by season’s end. Unless he suffers another knee injury, Manuel will get plenty of chances to prove himself, but is still at least one season away before reaching his full potential.

Matt McGloin (OAK) - After going undrafted out of Penn State, McGloin defied all odds working his way up the Raiders depth chart, eventually gaining the starting role in the Bay Area. Although he doesn’t fill out as a prototypical quarterback, this fiery Irishman proved to be a solid game-manager despite throwing only eight touchdowns and eight interceptions over six starts. The Raiders don’t view McGloin as more than a backup at this point, trading for Matt Schaub prior to the 2014 NFL Draft. The underdog story is great, but it is going to take an injury to Schuab before McGloin finds himself back in the spotlight. There is no reason he should be targeted in upcoming drafts unless the luck of the Irish is back on his side for the second season in a row.
Geno Smith (NYJ) - Although many scouts were worrying about his transition to the next level, the Jets went ahead and used their first round pick on Smith in last season’s NFL Draft and the results from his rookie year were enough for the team to add Michael Vick via free agency. Finishing the season with 12 passing touchdowns and 21 interceptions, Smith has a lot to prove in the early stages of his career, but should receive plenty of opportunities to right the ship considering the injury history of Vick. Despite a poor season in the passing game, Smith managed to rush for six touchdowns, with three of those scores coming over his last four games. If he is able to build on his ground game, the Jets will likely find a way to keep him in the mix as they continue to view him as their future at the quarterback position.

Running Backs

Montee Ball (DEN) - In a season in which he only saw 120 carries, the Broncos saw enough from Ball to let Knowshon Moreno leave town via free agency, leaving the running game on the shoulders of their second year back. When you are part of a high octane offense similar to that of the Denver Broncos, there isn’t much not to like from a player that will be given every opportunity to succeed. Although Ball and Moreno provide different skill sets, prospective fantasy owners will be happy to know that the Broncos running backs received 71 red zone carries in 2013, with Ball being the beneficiary of 32. So as long as Peyton Manning continues to tear apart defensive backfields, there will be plenty of opportunities for Ball to be a top fantasy contributor at the running back position. However, Ball did develop a case of the fumbles in his rookie season, putting the ball on the ground three times, which he will have to improve upon if he wants to stay on the top of the depth chart.

(PIT) - After a Lisfranc sprain cut his pre-season short in 2013, it took Bell until Week 4 before making his Steelers debut. Once he was on the field, he wasted no time proving his worth, rushing for 969 yards and five touchdowns in his rookie season. After gaining 80 or more yards in each of his last nine games, it should be no surprise to see him among the top 10 running back entering the 2014 season, especially with new offensive line coach Mike Munchak now a member of the coaching staff. The Steelers were forced to rely heavily on the passing game the last few seasons, but a more balance attack should be in store considering the lack of weapons in the receiving core outside of Antonio Brown. The addition of LeGarrette Blount will likely take away some of his red-zone carries (48 in 2013), but his first 1,000 yard season should be in store if he can manage to stay off the trainer’s table.

Giovani Bernard (CIN) - In his first season in the NFL, Bernard showed flashes as to why he was the first running back taken off the board in last year’s draft. Finishing the season with 1,209 total yards and eight total touchdowns, Bernard proved he could get the job done despite being small in stature (5’9”, 208 lbs). Although veteran BenJarvus Green-Ellis and rookie second-rounder Jeremy Hill are in the mix, Bernard is expected to see his workload increase significantly now entering year two. With new offensive coordinator Hue Jackson calling the plays, the Bengals running game should take a huge stride forward, considering the creative way he mans a run-first style of offense. His fantasy value receives a boost in PPR leagues. after his 56 catches should have been enough to prove he can handle the workload of a running back with similarities to that of Ray Rice and Maurice Jones-Drew. As long as he continues to utilize his elite speed once he gets in space, there is no question Bernard will be a top 10 fantasy running back in all fantasy formats in 2014.

Knile Davis (KC) - The Chiefs have what they like to call a good problem in regards to their backfield. They roster arguably the top running back in the game in Jamaal Charles, while stashing a player with high upside behind him on the depth chart in Davis. It wasn’t until Week 17 when the fantasy world got a taste of what Davis was capable off, going off for two touchdowns on 27 carries and 81 yards in Week 17 with Charles resting, followed by a two touchdown performance in the playoffs filling in following an injury to Charles. Although he has proved he can handled a full workload, the backfield is Charles’ until he suffers an injury or leaves town. With a healthy starter back for the Chiefs in 2014, it will be another backup role for Davis, but is a must-own handcuff for those investing in Charles this draft season.

Andre Ellington (ARI) - Entering the 2013 season, Ellington was stuck behind Rashard Mendenhall on the depth chart, but managed to make an impact, finishing the season with 1,023 total yards with four touchdowns in his rookie campaign. However, with Mendenhall’s recent retirement, Ellington is now in line to receive a boost in touches in 2014. Standing at 5’9” and 199 pounds, there are serious questions as to whether or not he will be able to stay healthy over the course of a full season. On a positive note, Ellington did not lose a fumble all season, while managing to average big time production (9.8 YPC) in the games in which he received 10 or more carries. Although his value will be highest in PPR leagues based on his 39 receptions in 2013, if he can manage to stay healthy and productive when in space, he has RB1 upside in all fantasy formats.

Johnathan Franklin (GB) - With the emergence of Eddie Lacy as a premier running back in the NFL, there is little to like about Franklin heading into the 2014 season after a dismal rook campaign. Not only will he have to prove himself up against Lacy, but with James Starks still in the mix, Franklin could be in store for another unproductive season. However, if his neck injury doesn’t carry over into the upcoming season, the Packers will give him every opportunity to find a role in the offense, where he could show off his above average skill set in both the running and passing game. Bottom line, he will need to have a solid training camp and preseason before warranting fantasy consideration outside of leagues shallower than 14 teams.

Eddie Lacy (GB) - The Packers received more production than they could have imagined from Lacy in his first season in the NFL, finishing the season with 1,178 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns, solidifying himself as a future stud at the running back position. Although not being known for his pass-catching ability heading into last year’s draft, Lacy proved to be an asset out of the backfield, hauling in 35 catches for 257 yards, which increased his PPR value significantly. Heading into 2014, the Packers backfield is Lacy’s for the taking. A healthy Aaron Rodgers under center will force opposing defenses to be honest, which should open up more running lanes for the former Alabama star. If he is able to stay healthy and build upon his 4.1 YPG posted in 2013, Lacy has the potential to join the elite running backs in the fantasy game.

Marcus Lattimore (SF) - After being considered the top option on the draft board at the running back position prior to a devastating knee injury, the 49ers landed Lattimore in the fourth round of the 2013 draft and is now in line to be utilized in the team’s rushing attack. Although Frank Gore is still the No. 1 option on the depth chart, at the age of 31 he has plenty of miles on his legs and will likely see a decrease in carries in 2014. Considering he took his last carry back in 2012 as a member of the South Carolina Gamecocks, it is going to take some time to get back to speed before getting a real chance at making an impact. However, we all know how much Jim Harbaugh likes to utilize the skill set of all his players on the active roster, so whether as a handcuff or a late-round flier, this former college standout is worthy of an investment on draft day.

(SEA) - After using a second round pick on this former Texas A&M standout, the Seahawks failed to get Michael involved in the team’s rushing attack, which was led by All-Pro running back Marshawn Lynch. This season should be much of the same, but having logged 285 attempts or more each of the last three seasons, Lynch may start to show the wear and tear of being overworked. Michael does possess an explosive skill set that could translate into above-average fantasy value if given the opportunity. For now, he should be a primary target late in drafts for those who invest top dollar in the top option in the Seahawks backfield.

Joseph Randle (DAL) - His first season with the Cowboys things didn’t go as planned, finishing the season with just 54 carries for 164 yards and two touchdowns playing in only five games. With DeMarco Murray providing Big D with his best performance of his career in 2013, the outlook for this second-year runner appears meek before the start of training camp. Not only does Randle have to compete with Murray, but with the addition of Ryan Williams and the return of Lance Dunbar off of a knee injury, there are far too many mouths to feed in the upcoming season. Until we see how this all plays out this preseason, Randle should be considered a fringe fantasy prospect although he does possess the upside to contribute if the cards fall into place.

Zac Stacy (STL) - After entering the season as the team’s No. 3 running back on the depth chart, Stacy never looked back after bursting onto the scene last October. Finishing just shy of 1,000 rushing yards, Stacy will look to build off of his brilliant rookie season in which he averaged 20 carries and 81.1 yards per game in his 12 starts with eight total touchdowns. Entering the 2014 season, the Rams will continue to rely on the legs of Stacy as the focal point of the team’s offense, considering the team still lacks firepower through the air. That could also work against Stacy, with opposing team’s stacking the box against him although that didn’t work out too well last season considering his final stat line. Outside of the top 10 options, Stacy makes for a great investment on draft day as he is in line to register his first 1,000 yard season barring an injury along the way.

Wide Receivers

Keenan Allen (SD) - An above average list of college injuries forced Allen down the draft board last year, falling all the way to the third round before being selected after being labeled labeled a first round talent. Once given the opportunity, Allen shined for the Chargers, finishing his rookie campaign with 71 receptions for 1,046 yards and eight touchdowns, including five 100-yard games and stellar playoff debut in which he logged eight catches for 163 yards and two scores. Although Allen is not the fastest or strongest receiver, it is his great hands and crisp route-running that makes him a great asset to both the Chargers and prospective fantasy owners. Having dropped only two passes in 2013, one can expect Philip Rivers to go his way early and often in Mike McCoy’s offensive scheme for years to come. The Chargers will likely run the ball more in 2014, with Ryan Mathews coming off of his best season, but there is no doubt there will be plenty of plays called specifically for Allen to use his above-average athleticism, especially in the red-zone, making him a high-end WR2 at the very least in this year’s drafts.

Tavon Austin (STL) - The Rams passing game fell off in 2013 following a season-ending to Sam Bradford and the emergence of Zac Stacy, but Austin managed to show off his big-play capabilities, finishing the season with four touchdowns - two receiving, one rushing and one in special teams. His versatility is going to keep him on the field on most downs in 2014, although the Rams face one of the toughest schedules starting this September. With speed like Austin possesses, he is a nightmare for opposing defenses when playing on turf, which is where the majority of his production came from a season ago. As long as Sam Bradford can remain upright and play a full season, Austin’s fantasy value lies in the neighborhood of a WR3, although his upside may warrant more consideration if he can take the next step forward in year two.

Marlon Brown (BAL) - The Ravens were able to find Brown following last year’s draft, signing him as an undrafted free-agent, and he made an instant impact in the passing game, hauling in 49 receptions for 524 yards and seven touchdowns in his rookie campaign. Although his production was not the most consistent, Brown did enough to warrant consideration past 2013 and could once again make a splash as one of the league’s underdogs. However, the Ravens brought in sure-handed Steve Smith to line up opposite Torrey Smith, meaning Brown’s production could be in store for a decline if both players remain healthy. Not to mention, the addition of Owen Daniels and a healthy Dennis Pitta is going to limit the red zone targets for the receiving core in 2014. Until we see how things shake out in training camp, Brown’s value relies solely in the deepest of fantasy formats now that he has new obstacles to hurdle.

(NE) -The Patriots thought highly of Dobson last spring, so much that they decided to draft him in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft, but failed to live up to the expectations, hauling in only 37 catches for 519 yards and four touchdowns. In the early portion of the season, quarterback Tom Brady targeted Dodson early and often, receiving 10 or more targets in three of his first five games, converting just 48 percent of the passes thrown his way through his first fives games before fizzling off after a two touchdown performance in Week 9. Dodson opted for surgery to repair a stress fracture in his foot, which has altered his offseason workload, but the surgery is not expected to take anything away from the quickness that makes him a threat in the Patriots high powered passing attack. A late round designation is warranted for him at this point in most fantasy formats, although there is a chance for a big breakout if he finds a way to be more sure-handed in 2014.

DeAndre Hopkins (HOU) - After hauling in five or more catches through his first three games in 2013, Hopkins reached that mark just one more over his next 13 games, failing to live up to the hype that surrounded him heading into his rookie season. The Texans’ passing game was sub-par to say the least, and looking ahead into 2014, it doesn’t look much better. The Texans will likely enter the season with Ryan Fitzpatrick under center and could be without All-Pro wideout Andre Johnson, who wants out of Houston. If the team is without their top receiving option, Hopkins could be in for a long season, with the top cornerbacks targeting him on a weekly basis. At best, Hopkins will be a WR3 in 2014 and should only be targeted in the later rounds especially if Johnson remains a no-show.

Justin Hunter (TEN) - Although Hunter saw the field in 14 games in his rookie campaign, he managed to record only 18 catches for 354 yards but did log four scores, which gives him some hope moving forward. With a new coaching regime in the Music City, there are plenty of question marks surrounding both the Titans running game and passing game. For starters, the emergence of Kendall Wright a season ago is going to take targets away form him moving forward, while the steady play from Nate Washington will likely do the same. Unless he finds a way to make an impact this preseason, Hunter is a fringe late-round flier in all but the deepest of fantasy formats in 2014.

Cordarrelle Patterson (MIN) - Arguably the most explosive wide receiver taken in last season’s draft, Patterson showed of his great playmaking abilities in his first season with the Vikings, finishing the season with nine total touchdowns, including six scores over his final five games. Although the quarterback situation is up in the air at this point, Patterson’s versatility will allow him to make an impact no matter who is under center. Whether it’s Teddy Bridgewater, Matt Cassel or Christian Ponder, the Vikings coaching staff will find ways to get the ball into him hands, either in the passing game or running game like we saw in 2013. To add to his growing fantasy value, the Vikings brought in offensive guru Norv Tuner to take over the play-calling, which is only going to benefit Patterson in the long run. Whether 10-team or 15-team, Patterson is going to be a WR2 at the very least in 2014 and has the potential to take the next step forward if he manages to receive more attention in the passing game.

Denard Robinson (JAC) -The Jaguars were unable to utilize Robinson’s skill set in 2013, but will keep him on the roster, at least until the final cuts are to be made. This former quarterback turned running back turned wide receiver is still trying to find his niche in the NFL and is going to have plenty of competition as he fights for a job, with Cecil Shorts, Ace Sanders, Marqise Lee and Allen Robinson all expected to break camp on the 53-man roster. Unless he finds another way to contribute to the cause, there is little chance Robinson makes a fantasy impact if he makes the team at all.

Ace Sanders (JAC) - Although the Jaguars passing game was nothing to brag about in 2013, Sanders showed flashes of what he is capable of at certain points throughout the season but was certainly not consistent enough to be used in starting lineups on a regular basis. Despite his value lying heavily on special teams, Sanders finished his rookie campaign with 51 receptions for 484 yards and a touchdown, giving the Jaguars another use for him, although they did not plan on using him at receiver that much. After drafting both Marqise Lee and Allen Robinson in the second round of this year’s draft, Sanders will have plenty of competition to make the final cut as the three will fight to line up opposite Cecil Shorts, but should not have a problem as long as he can improve upon his punt return ability. With what appears to be too many mouths to feed, Sanders’ fantasy value will remain limited and he should be considered a fringe fantasy option unless he separates himself from his competition during training camp.

Kenny Stills (NO) - Stills had himself a solid rookie season, finishing the year with 32 receptions for 641 yards and five touchdowns, but was not consistent enough to warrant fantasy ownership outside of extremely deep leagues. However, he did have an NFL-best 20.0 yards per catch a season ago, as he was able to make plays once the ball was in his hands. With both Lance Moore and Darren Sproles out of town, Stills is expected to see more targets in the Saints high-powered passing game, being utilized as the team’s speedy option. Opposing defenses will be forced to leave him in single-coverage on most occasions, with the majority of the attention being on Marques Colston, Brandin Cooks and Jimmy Graham, which should lead to him taking the next step in his progression. Although his size is not ideal, standing at 6’0”, 194 pounds, as long as he can remain healthy there is no reason to think this speedster can’t become a fantasy asset in year two.

Kenbrell Thompkins (NE) - Similar to his teammate Aaron Dobson, Thompkins made his mark early on in the season before fading down the stretch after failing to convert a good portion of the pass attempts thrown his way. When dealing with a quarterback like Tom Brady, if you don’t haul in his passes early on, he is going to find someone else to throw it to. After being targeted 39 times through the first three weeks of the season, Thompkins saw just 30 passes come his way in his final eight games played. With the addition of Brandon LaFell and a healthy Danny Amendola and Julian Edelman in 2014, it is unlikely Thompkins will find his way onto the field on a regular basis unless he stands out during the preseason. He is purely a speculative play in this year’s fantasy drafts.

Markus Wheaton (PIT) - The Steelers elected to let Emmanuel Sanders walk this past winter, which has opened the door for Wheaton to take over opposite Antonio Brown in the Steelers passing attack despite logging only six catches in his rookie campaign. Despite standing at 5’11”, Wheaton has the speed to separate himself from opposing defensive backs, but is also going to have to compete with both Darrius Heyward-Bey and Lance Moore for targets outside of the team’s top receiving option in Brown. The biggest issue with Wheaton in 2014 is whether or not he will be able to stay healthy and be able to keep up with the daily grind of playing in the top level of competition. If he can, his speed and adequate route-running should be enough to warrant him WR3 status at some point in 2014, although it may take him a few weeks to get acclimated to his increased workload.

(DAL) - Williams burst onto the scene in Week 4 when he recorded seven receptions for 71 yards followed by a run of scoring five touchdowns over the next six weeks before fading down the stretch. His rookie campaign was definitely encouraging but more consistency will be needed now entering year two. He will get the opportunity to lineup opposite Dez Bryant in the Cowboys passing attack, which should lead to plenty of opportunities for this former Baylor standout although he doesn’t have the size and physique of his standout teammate. As long as he can remain healthy, this sure-handed wideout is in line to take the next step forward in his progression making him a WR3 with WR2 upside if the Cowboys attack through the air as often as they did a season ago.

Robert Woods (BUF) - The Bills are making moves to improve their passing game, drafting Sammy Watkins in this year’s NFL Draft and trading for veteran Mike Williams, both of which should help Woods build off of his respectable rookie season. Finishing the season with 40 receptions for 587 yards and three touchdowns, Woods is poised to fill in as the Bills slot receiver in 2014, which has the chance of creating quality fantasy production as long as the quarterback play is consistent. However, both Sammy Watkins and Mike Williams will likely be heavily targeted in the red zone, which could limit his potential, making him more of a PPR target if the Bills in fact rely more on the passing game than in past seasons. Whether or not that happens, Woods is someone worth targeting in the later rounds outside of 10-team leagues, just know that he is going to have to battle both Watkins and Williams for targets here on out.

Tight Ends

Tyler Eifert (CIN) - After much hype following a successful season at Notre Dame, Eifert failed to live up to the lofty expectations placed on him in his first season with the Bengals. He was very inconsistent in the passing game and his inability to stay on blocks favored Jermaine Gresham more times than not, totaling 39 receptions for 445 and two touchdowns. However, he has already shown the ability to make big plays in the red zone, which should lead to an expanded role in 2014 as long as his blocking improves. Outside of A.J. Green, Eifert has the most reliable hands on the team and considering his size (6’6”, 250 pounds) there is little to worry about in the durability department. Although his role should be expanded, it would be safe to avoid drafting Eifert outside of TD-heavy leagues with Gresham still ahead of him on the depth chart and a there is a lot more to prove before anointing him a TE1.

 (TB) - Despite hauling in 54 receptions in his rookie season, the Buccaneers added both Austin Seferian-Jenkins via the 2014 NFL Draft and Brandon Myers by way of free-agency, making the tight end position one of the deepest on the team. With the new additions, Wright is going to be buried behind both players on the depth chart, giving him very little upside heading into the 2014 season. If he could find a way to improve upon his pass blocking, he has a shot to get on the field more often, but as far as pass-catching goes, there won’t be many targets heading to the tight end position with both Vincent Jackson and Mike Evans leading the Buccaneers receiving core.

Zach Ertz (PHI) - The Eagles thought highly enough of Ertz heading into last season’s draft that they used their second round pick on him, but his rookie campaign did not go as planned. Finishing with 36 receptions for 469 yards and four touchdowns, Ertz predominantly played second fiddle to Brent Celek, who is the better blocker of the two players, although Celek caught four passes only once in a game in 2013. It is clear that the Eagles want to make Ertz their primary tight end, but they are going to make him earn it. With DeSean Jackson gone to Washington, Ertz has a chance of gaining even more value as arguably the best pass-catcher outside of Jeremy Maclin among the team’s receiving weapons. It is only a matter of time before the Eagles turn to Ertz over Celek, although it is going to take a little more than a few comments by the coaching staff to make him a TE1 out of the gate. He is without a doubt the best high-risk, high-reward tight end to target come draft season.

Joseph Fauria (DET) - Although he went undrafted, this 6’7” touchdown machine burst onto the scene in 2013 following a three TD performance in Week 6 against the Browns. He tallied seven touchdowns in all, on just 18 receptions for 207 yards. Outside of being a red zone threat, Fauria has little to no value to the Lions. In fact, they went ahead and drafted Eric Ebron in the first round of this year’s draft if that says anything. Now with Brandon Pettigrew, Ebron and Fauria all on the roster, it is difficult to forecast how the snaps will be split up. What we do know is Fauria will get plenty of looks in the red zone until opposing defenses find a way to contain his large frame, giving him the slightest amount of fantasy value for those in TD-heavy leagues.

Travis Kelce (KC) - The Chiefs third round pick from a season ago played in just one game in 2013 before suffering a season-ending knee injury, failing to record his first career reception. Early reports out of Kansas City report that Kelce continues to make progress in his rehabilitation with a chance of joining the Chiefs off-season workouts by the end of June. Considering he missed his entire rookie season, Kelce has some ground to make up, but is certainly the better talent at the tight end position over Anthony Fasano when at 100 percent. Until we see him in action though, it is hard to determine the role he will have in year two, making him a late-round flier in deep leagues with a considerable amount of upside if he gets an opportunity.

Jordan Reed (WAS) - Prior to a Week 11 concussion, Reed was on pace for a Pro-Bowl season in his first year in the league, showing off his great athleticism and pass-catching ability to the tune of 45 catches for 499 yards and three touchdowns. Had he been able to finish out the season Reed would have logged close to 1,000 yards and 90 catches, even without Robert Griffin under center. The arrival of DeSean Jackson is certainly not going to help increase the amount of targets he receives, but he had already built a great, trustworthy relationship with Griffin by midseason a year ago, so he should continue to be used on a regular basis. Although he played in just nine games in 2013, the talents he displayed belonged to a top tier tight end with wide receiver-like abilities that can take the league by storm. Reed should be targeted just after the top five tight end options are taken off the board, while warranting an extra boost in value in PPR formats.

Levine Toilolo (ATL) - Standing at an enormous 6’8” and weighing in at 265 pounds, the Falcons incumbent tight end has the physique to be a force to be reckoned with in the NFL South. With Tony Gonzalez finally enjoying retirement, Toilolo will have big shoes to fill in the Falcons offense and will still have a lot to prove before becoming a fantasy consideration. For starters, he will have to show the ability to not only run crisp routes, but to be able to hold a block when used on running plays. On the plus side, with Gonzalez resting most practices to preserve his body, Toilolo received the majority of the first team reps during the week, which gives him an edge over the other tight ends on the roster. At the very least, he will serve as a big red zone target for Matt Ryan to utilize close to the goal line. If he can build off of that and improve on his running after a catch, there is chance Toilolo will make a name for himself in 2014.