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Javon Walker 2008 Fantasy Projections

by Kori Ellis on March 6th, 2008

The Oakland Raiders made their big splash in the free agent frenzy by signing Javon Walker to a contract. Walker, a wide receiver who most recently played with the Denver Broncos, was brought in to likely be the team’s main wide receiving threat.

Walker was riddled with injuries in 2007 and basically disappeared from the fantasy football map. In 2008, expect him to be a hot name on draft day. In three of Walker’s six pro seasons, he has had at least eight touchdowns. His career-high in touchdowns is 12, set in 2004 as a member of the Green Bay Packers.

However, there is also big risk when talking about Walker. He has had a number of knee injuries that have slowed him down. In addition to missing most of last season, he missed all but one game in the 2005 campaign.

In 2008, Walker should post solid numbers if he’s healthy. Teaming with Ronald Curry at wide receiver, Walker should see plenty of passes coming his way. I’m projecting him to get between 800 to 1,0000 yards and between five and seven touchdowns. His numbers would be higher if it weren’t for the shaky quarterback position in Oakland.

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