I tried to be unbiased. What do you think? Agree? Disagree? I left out Blackmon based on his questionable return.

 

http://www.jagshack.com/jaguars/afc-sout...-rankings/

 

 

10. Ace Sanders – Jags

 

Ace Sanders may be small but he’s shifty. To me, these receivers are just as dangerous as deadly as the big guys who can go up top and nab the ball from the sky. Ace is a guy who can line up anywhere and you never know where he’s gonna go or what he’s going to do. Hell, the guy threw a TD pass on a trick play. With Sanders showing so much having Blaine Gabbert and Chad Henne under center the upside of the former Gamecock is extremely intriguing to say the least.

 

9. Hakeem Nicks – Colts

 

I couldn’t keep him off my list because of one lackluster year in a situation where Eli’s offensive line just folded like a tent on him. If Hakeem can get back to where he was two years ago then he’s gonna be a dangerous weapon for the Colts. The big thing is gonna be if he can get his confidence back. It’s easier said than done and he looked completely lost at times last season.

 

8. Keshawn Martin – Texans

 

A consistent performer for the Texans. He’s that guy you kinda forget about and think the play is over and then Martin comes out of the shadows, catches the football and gets the first down while I scream countless swear words in frustration.

 

7. Dexter McCluster – Titans

 

I hate that this guy is in the AFC South now. He’s a pro bowler for a reason. He’s got quick feet and will be a a true threat as a return specialist for the Titans. McCluster is still young and there’s so much room for him to develop still. A good pick-up for them.

 

6. Justin Hunter – Titans

Where did he come from? 4 TD’s as a rookie is pretty impressive. They did their homework and got a hometown boy they knew would fit in their system like a glove. A ton of upside still. Got to give the Titans props there.

 

5. TY Hilton – Colts

Remember what I said about small and shifty guys like Ace? Here’s another one. TY Hilton became the primary go-to-guy for Andrew Luck after Reggie Wayne went down against the Broncos but even though teams knew who the ball was going to they couldn’t stop little Hilton from burning defenders all the way down the field.

 

4. DeAndre Hopkins – Texans

Hopkins had 2 TD’s as a rookie but what’s impressive is that he broke 800 yards. Let me repeat. Over 800 yards with Keenum and a dysfunctional Shaub. That’s scary. Hopkins might have the most upside out of any AFC South receiver. He is a big playmaker and they’re fortunate to have him.

 

3. Cecil Shorts III – Jags

Yes, the third best receiver in my mind is a 4th round pick from Mount Union college. Shorts has been a bright spot for the Jags to say the least. I see so many similarities to Victor Cruz when I watch Cecil. Shorts is going into a contract year so this is going to be crucial for him to stay healthy and be productive.

 

2. Reggie Wayne – Colts

Do I even need to list why? He’s Mr. Reliable and he’s been a true asset to the Colts. Look up the word “beast” in your dictionary. You might see his picture in there.

 

1. Andre Johnson – Texans

He may not be showing up at mini-camp but even still he’s the best receiver in the AFC South in my mind. He’s got the speed, smarts, athleticism, height and every possible box you can check off when looking for a true #1 receiver. The only question for him now is age and if he’s just getting ready to hang up the cleats soon. It looks like he wants a ring before it’s all said and done for him. and surely he knows he won’t be getting it with Fitzpatrick in the drivers seat.

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Reggie Wayne is likely done as anything resembling an elite WR and Andre Johnson might be, too.

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Kendall Wright.

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Reggie Wayne is likely done as anything resembling an elite WR and Andre Johnson might be, too.

 

Too bad the old 2013 WR ranking thread didn't stick around.  This comment was a verbatim quote while predicting Shorts would lead all AFC South Receivers.

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Too bad the old 2013 WR ranking thread didn't stick around.  This comment was a verbatim quote while predicting Shorts would lead all AFC South Receivers.

 

By who? It definitely wasn't me, I was advocating we trade Cecil to the patriots while we could since he's so injury prone.

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I tried to be unbiased. What do you think? Agree? Disagree? I left out Blackmon based on his questionable return.

 

http://www.jagshack.com/jaguars/afc-sout...-rankings/

I'm okay with this list. However, in my opinion, switch T.Y. and Shorts and it's more accurate.

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Reggie Wayne is likely done as anything resembling an elite WR.

 

I think you're going to be proven wrong this year, barring injury.

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I think you're going to be proven wrong this year, barring injury.

 

Does his ACL count as injury?

 

How many have come back at his age and been top performers from that sort of injury?

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If anyone can do it, it'll be Reggie Wayne.

 

I don't see him being the dominant receiver that he was in the past, but he will still be very solid probably.

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I don't think Wayne is done. And I have never been terribly impressed with McCluster.

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Only a chump boos the home team!

Didn't Marvin Harrison's career basically end at a similar age and injury?

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I'm okay with this list. However, in my opinion, switch T.Y. and Shorts and it's more accurate.

 

Well, I have to take into consideration Shorts has had Gabhenne tossing him the rock.

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Donate Moncrief will be a name that will be on this list towards the end of the year.

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"Expect for the best. Prepare for the worst. Capitalize on what comes."

 

I think you're going to be proven wrong this year, barring injury.

 

I'm not surprised a homer would expect a miraculous recovery, but Wayne is going to turn 36 this year. I didn't think he was in elite territory before his ACL injury and he was mostly the benefactor of great QB play, as he's been for most of his career. Now it's going to be all about the push off and offensive pass interference for him to get any separation.

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I'm not surprised a homer would expect a miraculous recovery, but Wayne is going to turn 36 this year. I didn't think he was in elite territory before his ACL injury and he was mostly the benefactor of great QB play, as he's been for most of his career. Now it's going to be all about the push off and offensive pass interference for him to get any separation.

 

Sigh, can't have football talk on this board anymore without one attempt at an insult, even as small as it was.

 

Oh and PS: Reggie Wayne has been great every year he's played, including when he had Orlovsky/Painter combo. He was only 40 yards away from a 1,000 that year. Go ahead keep talking like you know what you're talking about.

 

Did you know being a "homer" is also believing that every other team/players, besides your own, isn't as good/down year/etc.?

 

Look in the mirror.

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Also to the OP - Pretty good list. Don't think I can argue with it for the most part.

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Sigh, can't have football talk on this board anymore without one attempt at an insult, even as small as it was.

 

Oh and PS: Reggie Wayne has been great every year he's played, including when he had Orlovsky/Painter combo. He was only 40 yards away from a 1,000 that year. Go ahead keep talking like you know what you're talking about.

 

Did you know being a "homer" is also believing that every other team/players, besides your own, isn't as good/down year/etc.?

 

Look in the mirror.

 

When a guy fails to reach 1000 yards it means he's not elite. He was pretty good, but never elite, and now that he's older and injured he's not going to be even as good as he was 3 years ago.

 

By your standard we should have Cecil Shorts equal to Reggie Wayne of 2011 and rate both of them as elite since his performances have come on the receiving end of Gabbert and Henne.

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Does his ACL count as injury?

 

How many have come back at his age and been top performers from that sort of injury?

 

Obviously I meant if he receives another injury during the upcoming season.

 

Didn't Marvin Harrison's career basically end at a similar age and injury?

 

Harrison dealt with injuries often and every other season seemed to miss at least one game. You could also see on the field slow decline in his play. That's not the case for Reggie, on both accounts.

 

When a guy fails to reach 1000 yards it means he's not elite. He was pretty good, but never elite, and now that he's older and injured he's not going to be even as good as he was 3 years ago.

 

By your standard we should have Cecil Shorts equal to Reggie Wayne of 2011 and rate both of them as elite since his performances have come on the receiving end of Gabbert and Henne.

 

With the combo of Painter/Orlovsky Wayne was 40 yards from 1,000. Stop.

 

Oh and 770 yards isn't on the same level at 960, BTW. And I'd take Henne over Orlovsky/Painter every single day.

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Obviously I meant if he receives another injury during the upcoming season.

 

 

Harrison dealt with injuries often and every other season seemed to miss at least one game. You could also see on the field slow decline in his play. That's not the case for Reggie, on both accounts.

 

 

With the combo of Painter/Orlovsky Wayne was 40 yards from 1,000. Stop.

 

Oh and 770 yards isn't on the same level at 960, BTW. And I'd take Henne over Orlovsky/Painter every single day.

 

770 in something like 10 starts. Stop.

 

You'd take Henne because you've not had to endure him. He'd have infuriated you on the way to 0-16 if he was your QB that season.

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You'd take Henne because you've not had to endure him. He'd have infuriated you on the way to 0-16 if he was your QB that season.

 

You honestly think Henne is worse than Painter.

 

Wow.

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