With the loss of Terrell Owens, one of the top receivers in football, many are speculating that the Cowboys will have an off year, regressing from their 2008 form. I, on the other hand, see a pretty solid offense in Dallas, and feel that their wide receivers will be just fine. Let's have a look at the situation in Dallas.
1. Roy Williams. Easily a number one wide receiver in his own right, but due to Owens' reputation, Williams is being forced to live up to a really high standard. I think he'll pleasantly surprise many football fans, as he's never played for a quarterback with Romo's talent. Williams will most likely have a career year in 2009.
2. Patrick Crayton. He's 30 years old, but his impact has been felt more so than ever before the last two seasons. Having averaged around 500 yards per season, Crayton is good for a few catches per game, and the occasional touchdown as well. I expect Crayton to see more action this season with Owens' absence, and I think he'll be a trusty option at number two.
3. Miles Austin Age:25 (6'3" 216 lbs 4.47 40 yard dash). This kid has a ton of potential, let;s just hope he can utilize it now that we need him to. I have read reports that he is battling Crayton for the #2 spot, but he is currently splitting time as the #3 with Hurd. I would definitely like to see him lining up on the outside, with Crayton and Hurd handling the slots. He is widely considered the deep threat of this receiving group, which is a very accurate statement. He only had 13 receptions (in 12 games) last year, but they were for 278 yards and 3 touchdowns. His YPC last season was 21.4.
He can easily score quite a few touchdowns in Dallas this season due to his presence in the end zone. I'm going to go out on a limb and predict that Austin will be the #2 receiver in Dallas before the end of the season.
4. Sam Hurd. A young wide receiver, just 24 years old, Hurd is making waves in training camp (just like he did in 2008). Many say that he's making great plays in practice and see this receiver coming into his own in 2009.
While he may just be a 4th receiver, Romo likes to spread the offense out, and I think he'll be a valuable role player in Dallas this season. I wouldn't be surprised to see about 30-40 yards per game, with a few touchdowns to go with it.
These are the four receivers the Cowboys will count on come football season. I feel it's safe to say that Roy Williams will be the clear cut number one option, but the 2, 3, and 4 spots remain to be seen. There's certainly enough talent to sway it all in any direction.
1. Roy Williams. Easily a number one wide receiver in his own right, but due to Owens' reputation, Williams is being forced to live up to a really high standard. I think he'll pleasantly surprise many football fans, as he's never played for a quarterback with Romo's talent. Williams will most likely have a career year in 2009.
2. Patrick Crayton. He's 30 years old, but his impact has been felt more so than ever before the last two seasons. Having averaged around 500 yards per season, Crayton is good for a few catches per game, and the occasional touchdown as well. I expect Crayton to see more action this season with Owens' absence, and I think he'll be a trusty option at number two.
3. Miles Austin Age:25 (6'3" 216 lbs 4.47 40 yard dash). This kid has a ton of potential, let;s just hope he can utilize it now that we need him to. I have read reports that he is battling Crayton for the #2 spot, but he is currently splitting time as the #3 with Hurd. I would definitely like to see him lining up on the outside, with Crayton and Hurd handling the slots. He is widely considered the deep threat of this receiving group, which is a very accurate statement. He only had 13 receptions (in 12 games) last year, but they were for 278 yards and 3 touchdowns. His YPC last season was 21.4.
He can easily score quite a few touchdowns in Dallas this season due to his presence in the end zone. I'm going to go out on a limb and predict that Austin will be the #2 receiver in Dallas before the end of the season.
4. Sam Hurd. A young wide receiver, just 24 years old, Hurd is making waves in training camp (just like he did in 2008). Many say that he's making great plays in practice and see this receiver coming into his own in 2009.
While he may just be a 4th receiver, Romo likes to spread the offense out, and I think he'll be a valuable role player in Dallas this season. I wouldn't be surprised to see about 30-40 yards per game, with a few touchdowns to go with it.
These are the four receivers the Cowboys will count on come football season. I feel it's safe to say that Roy Williams will be the clear cut number one option, but the 2, 3, and 4 spots remain to be seen. There's certainly enough talent to sway it all in any direction.
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